Missions & Outreach

Living Like Jesus

At Noblesville First, missions and outreach are at the heart of who we are. We are committed to making a difference both locally and globally, partnering with organizations to serve those in need and bring hope to our community and beyond. Whether it's through feeding the hungry, supporting families, or participating in global missions, we believe in putting our faith into action. Join us as we work together to create positive change and share the love of Christ with the world.

Outreach

We believe in the power of serving others and making a positive impact in our community. Through volunteering and community service, we have the opportunity to address important needs, build connections, and foster a spirit of unity and compassion. Whether you're passionate about creation care, helping those in need, supporting local schools, or any other cause, there's a place for you to serve here. Join us as we work together to create a stronger, more caring community for all. Together, let's make a difference, one act of service at a time.

Dinner’s On Us

Dinner's On Us is hosted weekly on Thursdays from 5-6PM at Door 6 at the west end of the church. With over 27,000 food insecure people in Hamilton County, Dinner's On Us is a program that offers us each an opportunity to follow Jesus’s command to “feed my sheep.” Noblesville First has been involved in serving this free weekly community dinner for over 10 years, typically welcoming 30-40 people each week. Some of the guests are retired, on fixed incomes, and appreciate the chance to visit with others. Some single parents appreciate the weekly meal they don’t have to pay for. Some guests just like to have a night off from cooking and enjoy the fellowship. Everyone in the congregation and community is invited for this FREE dinner and fellowship!

Make a Donation

We stock the weekly food cart from the generous donations that the congregation provides. Donations can be dropped in the baskets outside the sanctuary and Celebration Hall. Items needed include:

  • cereal
  • mac and cheese
  • pasta
  • pasta sauce
  • meal kits like Hamburger Helper
  • peanut butter and jelly
  • gallon storage bags

Volunteer

Four to five volunteers are needed each week to help set up, serve, and clean up, typically from 4:30 to 6:30. In addition, volunteers are needed to pick up the Chick-Fil-A donation on Mondays or Wednesdays between 8:30 and 9:30AM.

Contact Loi Mileham  or call the church office at 317-773-2500.

Lunch Bunch Superstars

Noblesville First invites kids living in the neighborhood next door to come for a hot lunch, a fun program, and five sack lunches to take home each week in the summer and during school breaks. We're looking for volunteers to offer friendly hospitality in a variety of positions! Learn more and sign up.

Military Ministry

We currently have several friends and family members of Noblesville First enlisted in the military. Together we can support them with our prayers, and by regularly sending them encouraging cards and notes. The Military Wall (located outside the sanctuary) lists the names of those serving and the location to send cards. Please take a few moments to stop by the Military Wall and remember those who are proudly serving our nation. If you have someone in your family or a friend who you would like us to include on the Military Wall, email  or call the church office at 317-773-2500.

Teter Organic Farm

Come and be a part of the Teter Organic Farm mission to increase access to healthy food for the vulnerable. We have dozens of volunteer options available on various days and times. No experience is necessary and kids of all ages are welcome with a supervising adult. Learn more at TeterOrganicFarm.com/volunteer.

United Women in Faith

United Women in Faith provides a means for women to meet new friends, become involved in various mission and service projects, and encourage one another in the Christian faith. Service projects include:

  • Second Helpings
  • Noblesville First Family Ministries
  • Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home
  • Janus Developmental Services
  • Noblesville Good Samaritan Network
  • The Lucille Raines Home
  • Touch of Love
  • Noblesville First mission trips
  • Cherish Child Advocacy Center
  • Midwest Mission Distribution Center
  • Hamilton County Pregnancy Center
  • United Methodist Mountain Mission
  • Sunshine Friends
  • Come to Me Food Pantry
  • Hope 4 Women
  • Little Angel Gowns
  • Jail ministries
  • Fueled for School

Learn More

Mission Partners

Noblesville First is committed to partnering with organizations and ministries locally and globally to live out Jesus’ call for our church by spreading love, compassion, and hope. Through serving with our mission partners, we have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people in need, both near and far. Whether it's supporting at risk youth, providing medical care in developing countries, or supporting victims of abuse, there are countless ways to get involved. Join us as we work alongside our mission partners to bring about positive change and share the love of Christ with the world. Together, let's serve with purpose and passion, making a lasting impact for generations to come.

Friendly Planet Missiology - Democratic Republic of Congo

Rev. Bob Walters - Founder of Friendly Planet Missiology in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Learn more at … Rev. Bob Walters - Founder of Friendly Planet Missiology in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Learn more at www.friendlyplanetmissiology.org

Ganta United Methodist Hospital - Liberia

Dr. Elma Jocson - Pediatric Surgeon at Ganta United Methodist Hospital in Liberia.

Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee, Fla

Give Kids The World Village is an 84-acre, nonprofit resort in Central Florida that provides week-long, cost-free vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families. The village and its community partners provide children and their families accommodations in fully-furnished villas, transportation, tickets to theme parks, meals, daily entertainment and much more. Each year, Noblesville First sends teams of volunteers (teens and adults) to serve in the village.

Want to learn more? Visit www.GKTW.org to learn more, email , or call the church office at 317-773-2500.

Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home

Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home has been serving youth in crisis for more than 100 years. The task of reorienting the lives of children and families is highly complex and intensive. Your support allows us to help abused and neglected youth find happiness and grow to lead independent lives. Over the years, thousands of our graduates have become productive members of society. We are proud they are raising families, coaching youth leagues, serving in our military and running companies. Learn more and volunteer at iumch.org.

Mission Guatemala

Located in San Andres Semetaba, Guatemala, Mission Guatemala is faith-based non-profit organization with a mission to help meet the basic needs and improve the quality of life of under-served and impoverished Guatemalan peoples through health, education and nutrition initiatives and missionary service. Noblesville First sends a team of volunteers to the mission each year to help with construction projects and share the love of Christ with the local residents. Learn more at NoblesvilleFirst.com/Guatemala.

Prevail

Prevail of Hamilton County serves as an advocate for victims of crime and abuse in Hamilton and surrounding counties. They are committed to offering their services, free of charge, in a confidential, supportive, non-judgmental environment that is meant to empower, educate and strengthen those they serve. Noblesville First serves Prevail through the "Clothesline Ministry." When Prevail clients are in need of clothing and household items, those written needs are placed on a miniature clothesline outside the sanctuary and Celebration Hall. Pick an item or list of items from the clothesline and return them to the church office. Making a difference is that easy! Learn more at prevailinc.com or call the church office at 317-773-2500.

One Mission Society - Hungary

Jonathan & Corrine Long - OMS Missionaries in Hungary. Learn more about the Longs at www.OneMissionSociety.org/give/thelongs3

Thoughts on the Rocks Men’s Ministry

Thoughts on the Rocks (ToTR) is one of three strategic offerings of the Insignia Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit public benefit organization, founded with the faith-based mission of helping people become a better version of themselves. ToTR is founded to combat the myth that men don’t typically “go deep.” The truth is that real men actually do want to go deep. They just don’t tend to want to be the leaders of it. So Thoughts on the Rocks was formed to facilitate men going deeper through happy hours, discussions, small groups and trips. There is a touch point for every man looking for any level of commitment to get started going deeper with Thoughts on the Rocks. Learn more at ThoughtsOnTheRocks.com.

OMS Missionaries - Spain

Paul & Sylvia Cummings - OMS Missionaries near Madrid, Spain. Learn more about the Cummingses at OneMissionSociety.org/give/thecummingses

United Methodist Committee on Relief Early Response Team

The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Early Response Teams (ERTs) seek to alleviate suffering caused by disasters that strike within the United States and its territories. Key activities for the Indiana teams include putting tarps on damaged roofs, mucking out flooded homes and buildings, and removing damaged drywall. Team members attend hands-on training to receive certification.

Want to learn more? Email Noblesville First's Don Spence at .

UMC General Hospital - Sierra Lionne

Dr. Dennis Marke - Chief Medical Officer of the UMC General Hospital in Kissy, Sierra Leone. The hospital has been temporarily closed due to the Ebola death of Dr. Martin Salia.

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