Digital Bulletin
In anticipation for the upcoming vision casting for CGNE by our leadership
on Sunday Oct. 5th, we wanted to review what we learned from our surveys within
the church and from the community.
All about CGNE...
We are a church with deep roots. Almost everyone has been at
CGNE for 5+ years (49%) or 1-5 years (46%).We are a church that cares about others. Around 84% of us want to
contribute our time, finances, and/or talents to those around us.We are a church that has a strong background in marketplace and
finance. Around 56% of us have some involvement in operations,
budgeting, fundraising, and marketing.We are a church that is eager to engage. Around 80% of us are
willing to volunteer for events our church puts forth. Things we’re
passionate about include sports, engaging local government, and
prayer walks.
All about our community...
Our community wants more fellowship. An overwhelming number of
comments hit on the theme of fellowship, some of which included
“more events and get togethers,” “multicultural events,” and
“more community gatherings.”Our community desires engagement opportunities. Needs that
potentially align with our makeup include programs for the local
youth, entrepreneurship training, outdoor sports facilities, and
a food market/pantry.Our community wants to teach us. Large numbers of individuals
want to be contacted about how we could better be involved in the
community.
We pray that through this information and His guidance, CGNE will
become an integral part of our community moving forward.
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage month, we are having a Ruta de Sabores, where we will visit a different Hispanic cuisine restaurant every Sunday after church. We will gather after the service to give the destination.
Women's Bible Study: Practicing the Way
We are excited to kick off the fall season of Women's Ministry by journeying together through the Practicing the Way 8-week course, inspired by the most recent sermon series. As a church we have been encouraged by Pastor Erik and Pastor Ken to not only read the Practicing the Way book, but to dive deeper into the online resources. The Women's Ministry will focus on the 8 week course, diving deeper into some of the practices as we feel called individually or collectively. This is a great opportunity to gather as women to dive deeper into the topics and practices introduced in the book. We are excited to see where this study leads us as we seek to follow Jesus and become more like him!
The study will meet on Tuesday Mornings and Wenesday Evenings beginning Sept 16 and runs for 8 weeks. The morning session will run from 9:30-11:30am and the evening session will run 6:30-8pm.
Check out www.practicingtheway.org to learn more about the 8 week course and other available resources. For the study you will need a copy of the Practicing the Way book. All other resources will be available online.
Please register to join at https://cgne.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3123813
Join us for a relaxing morning at the flower farm!
Come enjoy a peaceful morning among the blooms. Stroll the fields, hand-pick your favorite flowers, or just come to hang out! There will also be optional wreath making. Cider and light refreshments will be provided.
Coming to stroll the fields and hang out is free. Flower cost is $30 to fill a bucket or 2 people can share a bucket for $40. To make a wreath the cost would be $50.
RSVP by October 8 at https://cgne.churchcenter.com/unproxy/registrations/events/3160539
On the heels of our exciting Couples Trivia Night last weekend, we wanted to share about our next event coming up on Saturday, October 18th at 10:00 am at Tuttles Orchard! We would love to have you!
Please register here.
Come share in a Fall Retreat with other couples through fellowship, worship, and outdoor activities. Flexibility is available for time connecting with your spouse on the grounds. Come Friday night into Saturday or only for the day Saturday.
Meals provided.
We don’t want anyone to miss out! If you have any concerns about payment or transportation, please contact us at marriage@cgnortheast.org.
Any other questions? Please email marriage@cgnortheast.org.
Please register at https://cgne.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3034418
Join us the 1st Sunday of the month in the CGNE prayer room. We’ll start at 8:45 am and will have dedicated time to listen, respond and praise God!
Our new prayer room is available for you to pray in before or after service! It is located in the back of the sanctuary near fire exit on the west side.
After a summer of meeting in various backyards around the Indy area, starting Sunday, August 17, the youth will return to meeting at the church.
Join the group every Sunday evening from 6 - 8pm in the Youth Room.
Women's Ministry Survey
Our Women's Ministry Leadership Team needs your feedback! Could you please take just a couple of minutes to fill out our survey so we can best meet your needs? We have purposefully kept it short and sweet :)
Click here to take the survey!
Are you new to Common Ground Northeast? You are invited to join us after service on September 28. We’ll gather in the conference room and, our leadership will talk about our vision, values and more about our church. A light lunch and childcare is provided.
Updated Tithes & Offerings
Financial Update (fiscal year ended August 31, 2025)- Big announcement on October 5th!
Over the past 6 months, we have seen an increase in our tithes and offerings, and we have worked diligently to reduce our expenses through a mix of big and small savings. This is wonderful and necessary, given that we used $85,500 of savings this past fiscal year (about half of our reserves). That said, we are excited to present a balanced budget during our annual financial update during the Sunday service on October 5. More details about the budget will be published after that meeting.
If you can help us meet our financial needs for the year, and strengthen our prospects for the future, please consider regular tithing or a special offering above and beyond. Please click this link to give.
Updated October 1, 2025