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Spread the Gospel
The Archdiocese of Indianapolis is actively spreading the Gospel through youth rallies, pilgrimages, catechist formation, and participation in the Jubilee Year of Hope—empowering Catholics to live and share their faith in meaningful ways. Read how:
Feed the Hungry and Give Drink to the Thirsty
Ministries nourish bodies and spirits through parish gardens, food pantries, and inclusive outreach. From providing meals with dignity to offering purpose and belonging through initiatives like God’s Embrace Coffee Shop, these efforts reflect Christ’s call to care for the physical and spiritual needs of all. Read the stories below to see how these ministries are feeding hope and quenching the thirst for connection.
Clothe the naked
Through ministries like the Crisis Office and the Christmas Store, the Archdiocese of Indianapolis is clothing the vulnerable—offering material assistance, compassion, and dignity to those experiencing poverty, hardship, and homelessness. Read how.
Shelter the homeless
Through shelters, transitional housing, and refugee support, the Archdiocese of Indianapolis offers a safe haven and hope—providing stability, dignity, and a path forward for families, survivors of abuse, unsheltered individuals, and newcomers seeking refuge.
Visit the sick
Through ministries of presence and care—from young nurses bringing joy to hospitalized children to volunteers accompanying the elderly and dying—the Archdiocese of Indianapolis is compassionately visiting the sick, offering comfort, dignity, and hope.
Visit the imprisoned
Ministries and volunteers bring hope and healing to the imprisoned. Read these stories that reveal how faith, compassion, and practical support can transform lives—inside prison walls and beyond.
Bury the dead
The dignity of life to natural death is honored through ministries that offer comfort, prayer, and presence to grieving families. From funeral support to compassionate outreach, read more about these efforts to accompany others in sorrow and hope.
Teach the children
From dramatic literacy gains to educators who go above and beyond, the archdiocese’s Catholic schools and catechetical ministries reflect the Church’s mission to teach, serve, and inspire the next generation. Read the stories below to see how these ministries are changing lives—one child at a time.
Pray always
From college campuses to city streets, and parish shrines to school classrooms, the Archdiocese of Indianapolis fosters a vibrant culture of prayer. Whether it’s a rosary walk for peace or a Divine Mercy devotion, these prayerful activities invite people of all ages to encounter God’s grace in everyday life. Read more about them.
Respect Life
The sacred dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death, is upheld through prayer, advocacy, and compassionate care. Whether marching for life, supporting women in crisis pregnancies, or offering hope through adoption and charitable outreach, these ministries reflect God’s love in action. Read the stories below to see how lives are being protected, uplifted, and transformed.