EXALT Fall 2018

“I will exalt you, my God and King, and praise your name forever and ever.”

Psalm 145:1 NLT

A Message From Our Senior Pastor

Fall 2018

This summer, I felt led by the God to preach a series of messages on mental and emotional distress. Regardless of the difficult situation you may be going through, don’t quit or give up on God during these times; lean into Him by reading your Bible daily, meditating, praying, listening to past sermons on Eastern Star Church’s (ESC) website and app, and seeking professional help. In addition, the ESC Care Center is here and available to assist and provide you with resources such as counseling services. Remember, there is power in prayer and Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”

For the past two years, God has taken The ROCK Initiative from level to level and glory-to-glory. In such a short amount of time, we have built homes, established a neighborhood association, completed construction on Sunstone at Arlington Woods, and equipped Arlington Woods School with much needed technology for students and teachers. Praise God! These are just a few accomplishments and none of this would be possible without Him! Turn to page two to read more about The ROCK Initiative goals and milestones. Thank you for your endless support, faithfulness, time, talent, and resources for this on-going initiative. It’s due to your abundant generosity that we are able to help the least, lonely, and left out in the 46218 community.

As we continue with this year’s theme Born Identity (Mark 10:13-16 MSG), let’s come alongside our youth to help shape their identity as a child of God by connecting them to programs and events that are happening at the church this fall including Fall Revival, Hallelujah Celebration and Teen Mixer, Bible Study, Sunday School, Children’s Church, and Teen Church. 1 Timothy 4:12 states, “Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.”

Blessings,

Jeffrey A. Johnson, Sr. Senior Pastor

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THE ROCK INITIATIVE ( Re n e w ing Our Community for th e Kin gdo m)

And they shall be mine, saith the Lord of hosts, in that day when I make up my jewels; and I will spare them, as a man spareth his own son that serveth him. Malachi 3:17 (KJV) Eastern Star Church is compelled by the church’s mission and faith to reach out and work to improve the quality of life in the 46218 community. Eastern Star Church is committed to building partnerships and securing resources to nurture a sustainable community where neighbors care about improving their own lives and each other’s The ROCK Initiative has four specific goals: Community – build a sense of community among the people who live and work in this neighborhood.

Housing – enhance the range of housing options available within a one-mile radius of Eastern Star Church.

Finances – grow the overall financial security of residents living in the neighborhood.

Education – enhance both formal and informal educational opportunities available for neighborhood residents.

THE ROCK INITIATIVE MILESTONES 2017 MAY • Ground-breaking of the first ROCK Home.

JUNE • Hired a Community Development Manager, Ashley Gurvitz, to foster the ever-growing relationship between the community, surrounding businesses and organizations, and the church.

• Paved North Priscilla Avenue (33 years in the making)!

SEPTEMBER • Invested more than $180,000 with Habitat for Humanity for the development of two ROCK homes.

• Started the building process on Habitat for Humanity homes with ESC volunteers and community partners.

OCTOBER • Established the Arlington Woods Neighborhood Association.

NOVEMBER • Dedicated two Habitat for Humanity homes.

• (November - current) Raised more than $180,000 in funds and equipment to support more than 500 students at

Arlington Woods Elementary School #99 for their technology campaign and provided students with more than 240 Chrome Books and iPads.

DECEMBER • Successfully built three ROCK homes.

• Congregation approved to purchase land for Sunstone at Arlington Woods.

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THE ROCK INITIATIVE MILESTONES 2018 MARCH • Completed renovations on three ROCK Rehab Homes.

APRIL • The ROCK Initiative was awarded the 2018 LISC’s “Vitality” award during the Love Thy Neighborhood Awards hosted by LISC Indianapolis and MIBOR REALTOR Association.

AUGUST • Financial Health Federal Credit Union opened at Sunstone at Arlington Woods.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony for Sunstone at Arlington Woods, a mixed-use facility with residential apartments and community businesses located at 5620 E. 30th Street.

• Grand opening of the ROCK Fresh market. The market provides healthy, affordable foods for neighbors within the 46218 community. Healthy food education will be integrated into store operations.

SEPTEMBER • Grand opening for the ROCK Community Hub. The hub will serve as a landing point for individuals and families needing legal, housing, financial, and other forms of support.

Thank you to the ESC family, volunteers, and community partners for your generous contributions that allow ESC and The ROCK Initiative to reach out and work to improve the quality of life in the 46218 community.

Special thanks to: • Center for Congregations for their grant of $15,000.

• Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership for their grant of $20,000.

• Christian Theological Seminary - The Faith and Action Project for their grant of $35,000.

The ROCK Initiative at Eastern Star Church in partnership with Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership, Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic and RecycleForce. The Double Forward Initiative seeks to disrupt the cycle of recidivism and housing eviction in the 46218 zip code. With new housing options, a grocery store and counseling services already being developed, this grant will create avenues to second-chance opportunities by helping project participants gain financial stability and integrate educational and life-skills attainment, assisting with housing placement and educating participants about smart rental practices.

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D o y ou w ant to b e a part of t he grow ing and thrivin g Arl i ngt on Wo od s Neighb orh o o d?

We have one bedroom apartments available for lease and ROCK homes and rehab homes available for sale.

Visit escrockinitiative.org to view available homes and/or fill out the apartment application. For more information email communitydevelopment@easternstarchurch.org or call (317) 591-5050 ext. 311.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF VOTING FROM A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE B Y PASTO R JAY

In Luke 4, Jesus made his purpose clear; He said,

"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.

He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free."

Jesus not only came preaching the kingdom of God, but he came to make sure that people were able to experience a piece of the kingdom on earth.

Jesus is not just concerned about our spiritual needs but also our mental, physical, social, and even political needs.

The Bible speaks of the importance of God's people being involved in the social and political process. All throughout the Bible, we see people like Moses, Elijah, Esther, John the Baptist, and Jesus had opportunities to not only speak truth to power but they put in the effort to ensure that policies were in place to meet the needs of those who were forgotten and overlooked.

One of the ways we can follow the steps of Christ to ensure that people’s physical and social needs are met through the political system is voting! I genuinely believe that Jesus would be a registered and active voter. Voting is one of the effective and essential ways for your voice to be heard.

Let us all strive to be like Jesus, step out to vote, make our voices heard, hold our politicians accountable, and be engaged in our communities to ensure that people's needs are met. Let His will be done on Earth, as it is in Heaven (Matthew 6:10).

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EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE b y As hley Gur vi tz

The late State Representative Bill Crawford would always say,

“If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.”

With the local elections swiftly approaching, it is critical to ensure you and those who want to make change for the greater good get registered to vote and get out and vote.

Even on an off-presidential year, all constituencies (community stakeholders) must show up to the polls and express what changes and empowerment you want to see.

The rights of people of color, women, immigrants, and other disenfranchised communities are more vulnerable than ever.

Why is this important? The 2018 local and mid-term elections will decide who will be your voice at the decision tables for the following:

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The United States Senate

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The United States House of Representatives

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Indiana Statewide Elected Officials

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Auditor

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Secretary of State

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Treasurer

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State Senate

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State House

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Countywide Elected Officials

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Prosecutor

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Clerk

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Auditor

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Sheriff

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Assessor

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Recorder

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Township Elected Officials

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Small Claims Court Judges

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Judicial Retention

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Trustee

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Constable

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School Board

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Referendum (Petitioned, Public Questions (example: IPS School Board Referendum)

Want a more effective voting process that doesn’t further disenfranchise voters? Who you vote for as your County Clerk and Secretary of State plays a significant role on voting and other county licensing/permit matters. Want to see a better criminal justice, community policing, and legal proceedings?

Who you vote for as your County Prosecutor, Constable, and Sheriff (to name a few) directly impact the criminal justice matters of your neighborhood. Tired of seeing businesses close and abandoned houses in your communities? Who you vote for as your County Treasurer, Assessor, Surveyor and State Representative (to name a few) directly impact local government property values, tax increment financing (TIF), and other taxation matters for your community.

It is essential to note that the elected positions above have a more direct impact on your life due to what's called home rule.

Home rule means the government within specific administrative areas (districts) have the power to govern themselves as they see fit. This provides more choice, options, flexibility, and freedom to local leaders.

While these are just a few examples, they are important examples as to why we have to get out and vote. We cannot say, “I don’t want to vote because they don’t look after my interests.”

Change can be done incrementally by making sure you have your key players (elected officials) in the game (at the decision tables), so you and your community win. Being mad, frustrated, and sitting out won't make change happen. Being mad, frustrated, and sitting at the decision tables (or having elected officials that represent your interest) will make change happen.

Prepare now to be seated at the table. Make sure you’re registered to vote, voting status is active, and your change of address is complete by October 9, 2018. These steps, along with a valid government issued ID, will ensure that you're able to vote on Election Day, November 6, 2018. Those who are at least 18 years of age on Election Day and also those who were formerly incarcerated can vote. If you have any questions, problems, or need to find out more about who is on your November 6 ballot, visit www.indianavoters.com.

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SUNDAY IS MY BETTER DAY B Y I N DALAY

If I can tell you how I feel of a mother being real I don’t want to be alone I am an adult yet a child and when I’m alone my feelings run wild.

Sometimes I feel childless and all alone I don’t know when they all left home I use to feed them one by one but now they say my work is done I don’t want to feel this way I fight this feeling every day But, Arising to a quiet house not a child’s voice or a spouse to say good morning or what’s your plan sometimes it seems all I can stand They say that lonely and being alone don’t really mean the same but no matter how I separate them this feeling still remains.

Now Sunday is my better day the church bus comes so I can pray I shed the lonely of the week and on that day i never speak of what it’s like to be alone but praise my God for all he’s done.

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FINANCIAL FREEDOM INSTITUTE - TEEN INVESTMENT SERIES B Y T R A C I B O WMA N

The Teen Investment Series is a 12-week program that teaches teens about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, credit and how it works, and the importance of protecting their identity. They also learn about college options and the costs associated with college along with entrepreneurship. The initial spring session was very successful and impactful for the teens who participated.The teens were divided into teams and were given the opportunity to develop portfolios based on companies they chose.They decided as a team on how much to invest in each company. The teams then competed to see which portfolio gained the highest percentage over the duration of the program.

Since the stock market is unpredictable, it was exciting to see the anticipation on their faces each week as the stats were posted. The class never knew who was going to be the winner. The teens not only gained the knowledge of investing but also received an "investment" for participating.

Eastern Star Church is committed to helping our teens understand how to handle finances the right way – God’s way through Financial Freedom Institute (FFI). FFI teaches participants how to be PRODUCERS not just consumers!

To get your teen involved in Teen FFI classes, visit our website and click on the FINANCIAL FREEDOM INSTITUTE tab.

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GOD IS UP TO SOMETHING – A MEMBER’S SALVATION STORY BY R O B B IE FLIPPIN, ESQ .

Gary Turnipseed, like so many of us, grew up in the church.

Bro. Turnipseed was even more intimately connected with the church from birth, as he is the son of the late Reverend Lizzie Turnipseed, former Bishop of St. Paul Spiritual Church of Griffin, Georgia. Rev. Turnipseed raised his children in the admonition of Christ. It was at the age of two, when his father passed, that Bro. Turnipseed came to know and rely on the Holy Spirit as a father figure.

Time progressed and Bro. Turnipseed enlisted in the military in his 20s, eventually landing in Indianapolis as a result of his then fiancé’s newfound job prospect. As life changed, he found himself distanced from the body of Christ. As God often does, He brings about strife and uneasy circumstances in our lives to draw us back to Him. This is exactly what happened to Bro. Turnipseed: career uncertainty, in addition to the subsequent dissolution of his marriage, drew him even closer to God, and into a deeper connection with the body of Christ. In this murky period in his life, God showed Bro. Turnipseed his career purpose and his calling in ministry.

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Today, Bro. Turnipseed is in the Ministers in Training program and in his fifth year in the Evangelical Committee. He is satisfied and complete in his single-ness, understanding that he can better fine-tune and foster his gifts, to ensure he is the best kingdom husband if it is in God's plan when the time presents itself.

Reflecting on the tumultuous period in his life, Bro. Turnipseed says that developing as a Christian in the body of Christ is about growing as one in the spirit. “The break-up shattered me, but I discovered God is up to something. There is a daily struggle overcoming the emotion of that day.” He, as we all do, often asks God, why? Bro. Turnipseed takes comfort in knowing that God is up to something. “Rely on the Holy Spirit, day by day and doors will be open; keep moving.”

THANK GOD FOR JAMS B Y I N DALAY

My life was stuck like a traffic jam The lights were all red I don’t know who I am I looked in the mirror to see if I could exit But all it reflected was my life.

There were no exit ramps, detours, or bends And in the mirror it revealed my sins The earthly things I choose to believe Like the word forgiveness was all about me.

I went to church and I paid my tithes So who was in the mirror I didn’t recognize Then it dawned on me what the pastor said You can sit in a pew and not get fed.

I smiled so bright… I looked so fresh No one saw my pain from my outside dress…

But now I’m stuck and thank God for jams A moment of reflection revealed who I am.

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WHY AFRICAN AMERICANS AVOID MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING B Y CHR IS MAB R E Y As a mental health therapist and Exhortation Manager at Eastern Star Church (ESC) Care, I find it troubling that so many African Americans are reluctant to make use of the therapeutic solutions to the emotional hurdles we face every day. In suburban neighborhoods, many people and pets have a therapist. For many, counseling appointments with a therapist are as common as pedicures and massages.

I recall a client who came to see me and was dealing with the loss of a loved one. She was ashamed to talk about it for fear of being seen as weak. “Just pray, have faith, and the pain and sadness will all go away� is what one family member told her. I believe in the power of prayer but also believe that faith without works is dead. James 2:14-26 reminds us that if you are not given the tools to survive then what good does it do? With so many suicides and high rates of stress-related illnesses the question needs to be asked, why do so many African Americans choose to suffer in silence rather than seek treatment?

STATS The American Psychological Association states that African Americans are less likely to seek mental health services than their white counterparts.Twenty percent of African Americans report having some severe psychological distress compared with non-Hispanic Whites.

REASONS FOR NOT SEEKING TREATMENT There are many reasons for not seeking help when it comes to dealing with the problems of life. The stigma associated with counseling has been the most prominent reason why African Americans do not seek therapy. Mistrust of the medical profession is also one of the reasons many cite for not seeking help. Historically, healthcare providers have provided horrific and catastrophic care to African Americans like in the case of the Tuskegee Airmen, or Henrietta Lacks - a poor African-American woman who doctors, without permission removed her cancerous cells to use for medical research. The advances in cancer treatment due to her contributions are still being used today. Medical neglect makes many African-Americans weary of utilizing the services provided by the healthcare profession. The cost can be another reason some do not seek treatment. Many believe counseling is only for the wealthy or the elite. For others, seeking therapy may be seen as a sign of weakness. There is also a fear of being labeled "crazy."

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SOLUTIONS Educating the African-American community about the importance of understanding mental health disorders and treatment are critical to reducing the barriers associated with counseling. Fortunately, Pastor Jeffrey A. Johnson, Sr. understands the importance of spiritual and mental health and has made counseling available to the members of ESC. The Bible instructs us to seek wise counsel. Proverbs 11:14 suggests that where there is no counsel, the people will fail, and in counsel there is safety. It is imperative that the mental health profession work hard to demystify therapy and make it more accessible to a community plagued by violence and despair. It is the therapist/ counselor job to foster a safe place to seek counsel and remove the discomfort of asking others for help.

Counseling is for everyone, and the ESC Care Center is here to help provide you with the support and tools you can use to live a healthier and happier life.

Finally, many believe that problems in the family should only be discussed with the family. All of these reasons may hinder your breakthrough for mental and physical well-being.

If you or someone you know is in need of counseling services, contact the organizations below for assistance.

Eastern Star Church Care Center (317) 547-5483 Christian Theological Seminary (317) 924-5205 Indiana Wesleyan Graduate Counseling Center (317) 713-6154 13

Why verify membership?

It is essential for everyone to verify their membership so that the Church staff can identify those who have made a commitment to Eastern Star Church and be able to equip the member better for the work of the ministry.

Am I a member of Eastern Star Church? You are a member of Eastern Star Church if you: • Have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, and; • Have completed New Member’s Orientation.

Even if you attend church regularly, give consistently, and responded to the invitation to discipleship, you are not a member until you complete New Member’s Orientation.

The orientation gives information about the Body of Christ and how believers are to operate in the Body of Christ. It also reviews pertinent information about Eastern Star Church, such as history, current operations, and the many ministries a member can join to use their spiritual gifts.

How to verify membership? Visit our website and click on the FOR MEMBERS tab. Under ‘Member Forms,’ click on ‘Member Information Update’ and you’ll be directed to a page to make changes to your address, phone number, email, etc. Membership Verification forms are also available at the Ushers Stations at each campus.

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MEMBER BIRTHDAYS Ray Akers Jr Camden Allen Lilthowanda Anderson Ron Anderson Angie Artis Kayjah Avant Victoria Babb Michele Bailey Tracey Bailey Linda Baker Jason Banks Adrian Banks III Kayla Battle Caprice Bearden Rickey Bellamy Sr Ronnie Bennett Patrice Bey Edward Blaine Matthew Bluiett Erika Bond VeRonica Bond Demetric Booker J'Bria Bowens Kimberly Boyd Ambrosia Bradley Angel Bradley Alan Brender Deborah Brents Cheryl Brewster Gloria Bridgeforth Charles Brooks Kara Brooks Shelia Brooks Joshua Brown Natalie Brown Noah Brown Sandra Brown W. Ann Brown Stanley Bryant Delores Bullard Marla Butler Jada Caldwell Cheryl Caldwell-Williams Dionne Cameron Robert Camphor Patricia Canady Henrietta Candis Tyrone Carney Alicia Chestnut Jacolbie Christy Andrew Clark Ryane Clay Janet Claypool Doreen Clayton Gennessa Cobb-Richardson Champagne Cockrell Tameka Cole Jennifer Coleman Rosalind Coleman James Collins Michael Collins

ValJean Collins Jerome Cook Inda Cooper Cynthia Cottrell Trai Cottrell Maureen Cox Stephanie Cox Zachary Crank Grace Croffie Lisa Crowe Tiffany Crowe Karlton Cummings Kimberley Curry Shalon Dabney Calvin Daniels Nellie Daniels Della Davidson KeAndra Davis Tangela Davis Cleaster Davis Jr Daralene Day Janee Diggins Althea Dixon Lisa Dixon James Donelson Vic Dorsey Jr Corey Ealy Sr Tony Easler Tameea Easley Jewel Edmonds Valerie Edwards Christian Eggerly Savannah Enders Christine Ervin Kim Felder Inga Ferrell Carmelita Filer Ashley Finger Corinne Fisher Donna Fisher June Fleming Marcus Fletcher Carolyn Flippen Sharon Floyd Derrick Ford Jacqueline Ford Javonda Freeman Charlie Freeman Jr Jayla French Tiffany Garner Erica Garnett Yvette Gibson Yvette Gilbert Alfreeda Goff Jordan Goff Brittany Goggans Evelyn Goliday Traci Gorden Evelyn Gordon Brenda Goss Lynne Grant

Deontre Gray Demond Gregory Virgil Gregory Jr Natalie Griggs Eardis Grisby Tina Guynn Mary Hall Amelia Hall-Mitchell Carolyn Hannon Sybil Hannon Patricia Hardy Sarah Harkness Harriet Harper Brenda Harrington Cheri Harris Erica Hart DeAnna Hartz Shauntia Hawkins Caitlyn Henderson Saundra Henderson Janelle Henson Ron Hibbler Carmon Hicks Shalis Higgins Helena Hill Reginald Hill Ron Hill Jeanne Hinton Shayne Holland Keith Howard Faye Howell Janet Hubbard Jonathan Hull Darrell Hutchison Sr Zakarie Irvin Jacqueline Jackson Steven Jackson Sr Isang Jacob Harold James Johann James Melania James Pamella Jefferson Kasha Jennings Arlean Johnson Azella Johnson Blessing Johnson Lydia Johnson Patricia Johnson Patricia Johnson Sharon Johnson Tyi Lei Johnson Persephone Johnston Amber Jones JaMia Jones Jasmine Jones Melissa Jones Michael Jones Sr Barbara Kaiser Desiree Kelley Kynnedy Kelly Alice Kerr

Amanda Knight Brenda Krieg Kristin Lamberg-Thurman Cessalyn Lang Monica Laswell Stephen Lawson Kenneth Lee Shaneca Lee Tiesha Lee Scott Legge Jr Andrea Lewis Ronnetta Lewis Stephanie Lewis Kaliah Ligon Latrice Ligon Christina Macklin-Flowers Lindsey Manning Cassaundra Manuel George Maple Regina Marsh Christina Martin Diane Martin Raymond Martin Keith May Kathy Mayfield Jesse Mayfield Sr Lloyd McBride Jr Joyce McClendon Lauren McDade Antonio McDowell Riakois McKinley Marque McKinnor Terry McLaurin Jr Kevin Melson Reggen Melson Juanita Merchant Georgetta Merrill Devyn Mikell Ella Mae Minor Janet Mitchell Helen Monaughan Darryl Moore Melaine Moore Palma Morgan-Lloyd Eddie Morris Jr Keith Morrow Jr Shirley Morrow-Bates Teri-Lyn Morton Denise Mosley Tammara Mosley Natalie Murdock Jennifer Ndongo James Neely Jr Keturah Nix Karen Nowell Lori Oatts Amaka Onochie Angela Osborne Tina Parham-Araujo Gregory Patrick Roderick Patterson

SEPT. Rochell Pearce Gilberto Pineda Jr Kimberly Pines Justina Plummer LaKrysha Pollard Jeffery Porter Rosemary Powell Xienia Powell Andrea Pressley Mary Pritchet Christina Pullings-Hunter Teresa Quant-Callender Ola Quarles Chelsea Quarles-May Autry Rabon II Marisa Rainey Joyce Rand Kadell Randle Alan Reed Torria Reed Eddie Reid III Aundi Rhodes Christina Rhodes Erica Richards Deborah Riley Wendy Riley Roger Rimmer Bonnie Robinson Deborah Robinson Willie Rogers Jr George Russell Quiona Russell Cheryl Sampson-Owsley Bernice Scott Mariah Scott Tara Scott Taria Scott Jeannette Shaw LaDonna Sherrell Marcia Shively India Simmons Bradley Sims Dreana Sims Antonio Singleton Keith Smiley Bonita Smith Doris Smith Len Smith Odell Smith Ryan Smith Stephon Smith Victoria Somerville Michelle Spinks Ronald Stevenson Robert Stevenson Jr Stephanie Stewart Terri Stewart LaChelle Stricklen L.T. Strickling Keith Suggs Gale Sumler

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MEMBER BIRTHDAYS

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Durand Sweatt Karsten Sweatt Regina Tandy Diane Tapia Paul Tarver Jr Alanna Taylor Stephanie Teamer Arturo Terrell Kimberly Thacker-Roche Carolyn Thomas Deloris Thomas Walter Tilford Jane Toler Albert Towne Ruenell Travis Ora Triplet LaTina Tunstall Carrington Turner Lisa Twilley Gwendolen Tyler Teresia Vaden Patricia Vann Crystal Vaughn Desiree Vaughn Beverly Velasquez Antwain Wade Sr Michael Wales Sonia Walker Mosi Wallace I Affrekkah Walton Vanessa Washington Jasmine Watts Gary Webb Bridget Wharton Charity Wheeler Avis White Judy Whorton Tanya Wigfall Lisa Wilkerson Carlos Williams Chevelle Williams Courtlyn Williams Estella Williams Nina Williams Paula Williamson David Willis Anita Wilson Gwen Wilson Jon Wilson LaTonya Wilson Michael Wilson Nicole Wilson Venita Wimbleduff Nikhel Wims Bonita Wineglass Toni Wolfe Trameka Woodgett

LaQuisha Woods Rochelle Woods Trent Wright Gretta Yarborough Erica Young Milton Young Jr Milton Young V

OCT. LaTrice Akers April Aldridge Caitlin Alexander LaChon Allen Patrick Allen Charlene Andrews Gabrielle Barnett Eulise Barney LaShunda Baynes James Beasley Jr Enid Bennette Evelyn Berry Jessica Bigham Nia Birt Dorothy Blanks Barbara Bluiett Fred Booker Jr Kevin Bostic Sr Bryant Bostic Sr Danielle Bouquett Dwight Bradford Anthony Bradley Julia Bradshaw Alberta Brevard Juanita Brodnex Lenn Brown Traci Brown Sheila Bryant Dawn Bullard Charles Burke Karen Burke Christal Burnett Katasha Butler Jacquelyn Byrd Courtney Cage Elvin Caldwell III Courteney Calvin Charlotte Campbell-Brown Rachael Camphor Dewayne Carpenter Thalia Carroll Sammie Carter Destiny Casson Aaron Coleman Lisa Coleman Veronica Collins-Kelly

Andre' Cooley Keeley Copridge Pearlie Crain Tempestt Crawford Gregory Cross Kenneth Crowder Doris Crowe Malcolm Crowe Venton Curry Eric Dailey Marceline Daniel Estil Natae Daniels Alanna Davis Alberta Davis Anitra Davis Fannie Davis Justin Davis Linda Davis Luan Davis Rance Davis Cecilia Diop Ira Dobson III Anthony Dockens Virgie Dodd-Hailey Tommy Dorsey Tailynn Downing Johnny Downs Beverly Doyle Debra Draper Kenya Duckworth Julissa Duhart Mary Duncan Helen Edmonds Solomon Egharevba Kim Elliott LaJuan Epperson Arron Evans Donavon Evans George Evans India Evans Bob Evans Teyonne Evans Gary Evers Erika Fields LaMonica Flippen Curtis Flowers Sheila Flowers Dorothy Foley Cornell Ford III Lisa Foreman Alexis Fortier Clara Fowler Gloria Fox Shirley Franklin Avis Frieson TJ Frieson Jr Garrett Gammons Evelyn Garrett

Sharon Gee Cassandra Gentry-Grace Kristian Gibson-Ford Nan Girton Kellie Givens Valarie Goodwin Grady Grant Tyre Grant Keisha Green Lela Green Kathleen Gripper Chloe Grundy Carrie Gude Patrice Guynn Richard Harden Angela Hardister Briana Harrington Bretannea Harris Chinara Harris DaNine Harris Toni Harris Tragejo Harris Sr Donna Harris-Brooks Edgar Harrison Janet Hart Lisa Harton Princella Heath Cheretta Henderson Terry Henry Sr Bryce Hibbler Gloria Hill Susan Holiday Bishop Brian Holmes Danny Hoskins Myra Hoye Yvonne Hughes Wanda Humbles-Yates William Hurd III Sharon Ingram Debra Isaac Delores Jackson India Jackson Keith Jackson Sharon Jackson Tonya Jenkins Karen Jennings Tiffany Jewell Angela Jiles Henry Carla Johnson Marcia Johnson Mary Johnson Ontay Johnson Stanley Johnson Stephanie Johnson Lawrence Johnson Jr Lawrence Johnson Sr Anthony Jones Constance Jones

Erika Jones Marcella Jones Reuben Jones Tameka Jones Trent Jones James Jordan Jalisa Kelley Judith Kendall Tia Keys Wayne Kimball Jr Ebony King Andrew Kitt Jasmyne Kitt Ayanna Lacey Barbet Lamberg Carlos Lane Ayeesha Lewis Joe Lewis Kaila Lewis Edward Lewis IV Tracey Lomax Persie Long Sheryl Lynch Fatima Maguellal Lois Malone Tammy Malone Brittany Mani Deja Marsh Tammy Mason Earlene Massey Debra Matthews Phillip McBrady Josephine McCotry Shelande McGill-Hall Melanie McKinney Krystal Menser Darrian Mikell Kevin Miller Jr Mariah Minor-James Damon Mitchell Benita Moore Brittani Moore Ronda Moore Antonio Moore Jr John Moore Jr Brooklyn Morrow Tamara Morrow Jewell Moseberry Darrell Murff Tillie Neely Alyssa Nichols Cheryl Nichols Darryn Nichols Rasheedah Northington Clarrissa Nowlin Jeffrey Oden Jr James Officer III Francis Olaleye

Emmanuel Olofinkua Sheree Olowojolu Abioye Oshodi Vivian Parchman Tracy Parham Traleesa Parker Mark Parson Rene Parson Olivia Payne Crystal Payne-Puckett Alisha Peden Kendall Pennybaker Daniel Pierson Marie Pollard Dellmus Porter Ernestine Porter Catherine Powe Ursula Pressley Robert Puckett III Saad Quick Steven Raine Jr Barbara Rainey John Rains JaNeece Ray Vicki Reeves Cynthia Reid Lowana Reid Brandi Rice Mollie Richards Gerald Richardson Adrianne Robertson Sylvia Robertson-Wilcox Tara Robinson Geraldine Rogers Jaelin Roseman Diana Ross Tycelyn Rush Brenda Rutledge Jovan Shears Julia Shelman James Shively Eleanor Shorts Shelia Simpson Brooklin Sims Monique Sims Alane Singleton L. Patricia Sloan Barney Smith Jean Smith John Smith Mary Smith Terri Smith-Wells Sonny Spiller Sr Tonya Spivey Rose Mary Spraddling Christopher Springfield Jr Asha Sprinkles Benitta Squires

Steven Stanfield Brandy Stephens Luke Steward Adrian Stewart Murray Stewart Jr Hazel Strickling Tevien Sturdivant Marsha Tate Edith Taylor LaNetta Taylor Longene Taylor Trachell Taylor Valorie Taylor Micah Thompson DeVon Thornton Ponce Tidwell Jr Valencia Townsend Martina Triggs Patricia Trowers-Johnson Tyronne Turner Deondrey Vaughn Rena Vaughn Delmar Visor Wanda Wales Pamela Walker Vickie Walker Kimberly Watkins Sydney Watson Veronica Wells Terence Whack Elisa White Gregory White Jr Yetta Whitehead Chardean Wilkerson Muriel Wilkes Alaina Williams Ida Williams Kay Fly Williams Marvin Williams Rochelle Williams Ruby Williams Sadarah Williams Timothy Williams Tyler Williams Winsome Williams Lee Williams III JC Williams Jr Clark Williams Jr Kevin Willis Tiyana Willis Chad Wilson Christopher Wilson Ruby Winters Lucy Woods Kathie Wright

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CALENDAR Important Dates for All Members Visit our website calendar to view updates and registration details for the following:

Baptism Date: October 14 (all campuses)

New Member’s Orientation: October 27

Baptismal services will be held on October 14 at all three campuses. Registration is required and must be completed

by October 10. Registration is available on our website by clicking the ABOUT US tab, then MEMBERSHIP.

New Member’s Orientation will be held on October 27 at the Fishers Campus from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Registration is required and must be completed by October 24 to participate.

New Member's Orientation is offered to children, teens, and adults. Registration is available on our website by clicking the ABOUT US tab, then MEMBERSHIP AND MEMBERSHIP SERVICES.

Making Strides of Indianapolis Breast Cancer Walk: October 20 Join the Medical and Health Ministry on October 20 as we show our support for the American Cancer Society Making Strides of Indianapolis Breast Cancer walk. To register for the event and join the Eastern Star Church team, visit our website and click on the CALENDAR tab.

Youth Sunday: October 21 Join us for Youth Sunday at each campus featuring appealing youth artists, videos that highlight individuals and organizations working with youth, and much more!

Hallelujah Celebration and Hallelujah Teen Mixer: October 26 ESC will host the Hallelujah Celebration for ages 3-11 years old and the Hallelujah Teen Mixer for ages 12-18 years old on October 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the Main Campus.

ESC Is Going PINK: October 28 In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Eastern Star Church is asking everyone to wear PINK on October 28 as we show our support to our members, families, friends, and loved ones who have been affected by or have survived breast cancer.

Teen Church: October 28 Teen Church will be held on October 28 at 9:15 a.m. at the Fishers Campus, 10:45 a.m. at Cooper Road Campus, and 12:15 p.m. at Main Campus.

Baby Dedication: October 28 Baby Dedication will be held on October 28 at all three campuses. Registration is required and must be completed

by October 24. At least one parent must be a member to participate. Register online by visiting our website and clicking on the FOR MEMBERS tab.

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