Cumberland First Baptist Church
generous spirited Christianity - inclusive faith family - compelling mission
116 S. Muessing Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229
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We enjoy a variety of  mission activities - check the church calendar to see if they are scheduled soon.
C.O.M.E.  

Hours - Monday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Food Pantry needs...click here for more details.

Community Outreach Ministry Eastside (C.O.M.E.) began in 1988 as an outgrowth of the food pantry at Cumberland First Baptist Church. Today ten area churches are united to sustain this local outreach ministry, reaching out to the financial needs within our community.

COME is designed to assist with utility bills, rent and mortgage payments, referrals to other agencies and of course, food. The ministry acts as a referral agency, working in tandem with area township trustees, to get clients headed in other directions where they might receive assistance that COME is unable to provide. Average total assistance is in excess of $40,000.00 annually.

. . . a hand up
We have volunteer opportunities for anyone interested in working in a local outreach ministry. Consider joining a team that has a proven track record of success since 1988! C.O.M.E. is God's people working together to serve others. Consider becoming a volunteer and enrich your community!

To learn about volunteer opportunities, contact Sharon @ cumberlandfirst@comcast.net

 

 Eastside Peace & Justice Forum
Our Mission: To inform and promote awareness of issues that affect the common good and to present opportunities for involvement in causes that encourage peace and justice in our community and around the world. 

Current activities

  • Green Congregations Team is focused on assisting our congregation in becoming more environmentally responsible

  • Prairie Plat Team is looking into planting Indiana native grasses, wildflowers, and other plants in the area in back of the church.

  • Tree Watering Team is working to develop efficient means of watering our newly planted trees.

  • If you have an interest in environmental stewardship, contact Larry Lindley at cumberlandfirst@comcast.net

Some of our other interests:

  • The United States' response to poverty
    The ESPJF sponsors the annual Bread For the World (BFW) Offering of Letters

  • The Environment
    The ESPJF sponsors a paper recycling bin at the NW corner of the church parking lot.  With a goal of 2 tons of paper per month, we are asking members, friends and neighbors to help us reduce landfill waste by recycling the following paper products: 

     

    • Newspapers --- All Magazines -- Junk Mail -- Catalogs -- Fax & Copy Paper -- All Envelopes -- Paperback Books  -- Hardback Books with the covers removed.

     

    We CANNOT ACCEPT...Cardboard -- Phone Books -- Brown Paper Bags

  • Welcoming and Affirming
    The ESPJF believes that all are welcome and to be affirmed in the fellowship of Christ. More information on the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists.

  • Peacemaking
    The ESPJF affirms that it is the role of every follower of Christ to be a peacemaker. More information on the Baptist Peace Fellowship of North America.

  • The ESPJF encourages interfaith dialog

  • The ESPJF believes that discrimination is a violation of our faith.
    More information on the Interfaith Coalition on Nondiscrimination.

The ESPJF meets in members homes on the third Friday of each odd numbered month.        Check the church calendar for the next meeting.

All are welcome! 

Weekday Preschool

The Weekday Preschool has been a non-profit ministry of Cumberland First Baptist Church since 1977. The preschool is under the direction of a Preschool Committee dedicated to providing a quality learning opportunity for preschool age children. The staff strives to provide a warm, positive introduction to each child's education journey, making learning a fun and desirable experience. Students are given the opportunity to grow in the areas of academic, spiritual, emotional, mental, physical and social development. Helping children to feel good about themselves, others and the world around them is a primary goal. Denominational doctrine is not stressed, but values, character and faith through Christian living are taught and exemplified by a committed and qualified staff. 

For more information click here or contact the Weekday Preschool Director, Sandy Steele at 317-894-2645.

Cumberland First Baptist Church, 116 S. Muessing Street, Indianapolis, Indiana  46229
317-894-2645