This Lent, The Garden & FCIndy invite you into Paths to Belonging, a self-led devotional beginning on Ash Wednesday. Through simple daily prompts, the program helps you create space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with spirit and community. Each day encourages gentle self‑discovery, compassion, and presence as we journey together toward deeper belonging.

It’s all hands on deck for our public action! Together we will not only make concrete demands that improve the safety of our community, but also tell a political narrative rooted in a vision where everyone can thrive and be safe. Join us Thursday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. 

This event will feature a screening of Run, Hide, Fight: Growing Up Under the Gun; a youth keynote speaker; a youth panel discussion; and small-group table conversations. Lunch will be provided. Come help us uplift and amplify youth voices in our community. Saturday, March 14, 11:30am–2 p.m. Broadway UMC, 609 E 29th St, Indianapolis. 

The Garden is invited to a community Iftar presented by the Niagara Foundation, a Turkish Muslim organization. Iftar is the sunset meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan, marking the moment Muslims move from restraint to nourishment and gratitude. Support our Muslim friends by participating in this event. Saturday, March 14 from 6:45-9 p.m. 7435 N Keystone Ave B, Indianapolis (enter door 6 in the back of the building).

Why is there a push to build data centers in Indiana? What are the environmental concerns? Is where centers are built a racial issue?  Hugh Weatherly, an intern from Butler, will help us discuss the ethical issues that surround the building of data centers.

Come hear how 3 congregations are working to achieve a more stable and sustainable climate, build climate resilience, and improve environmental justice and community health. Tuesday, March 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., St. Luke’s UMC, 100 W 86th St. Sponsored by St. Luke’s and Faith in Place, an organization that partners with religious organizations to address environmental issues.

Take part in a Garden Labyrinth Field Trip led by Betty Brandt. 2nd Presbyterian at 7700 N Meridian, 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18. 

Indiana Faith Voices for Justice invites you to a candlelight vigil beginning on the lawn of Christ Church Cathedral at 7 p.m. and then silently marching with signs to the Indiana Statehouse. There, participants will share songs and prayers and disperse at 8:30 pm. Let’s melt the ICE on the Spring Equinox!

Walk this non-traditional “Cherished Belonging” Stations of the Cross journey with Jesus from his baptism to crucifixion. You will also experience the stories of people who have found their own cherished belonging through challenges, doubts and sorrows.  Find where your story intersects with their story and God’s story. March 21-April 4, Monday thru Friday, 7am-9pm, St. Luke’s UMC, 100 W. 86th St, west end of Main Sanctuary, enter door #6, turn right.

This is an opportunity for faith communities to learn about the Jewish holiday of Passover including the songs and the symbolic foods. There will not be a full meal. Sponsored by the Indianapolis Jewish Community Relations Council. Betty is attending and would love to see other Gardeners there.

The Garden has participated in other No Kings Rallies... Let's show up again! Saturday, March 28, noon, Indiana Statehouse south lawn.

You are invited to step out of your problem solving, time structured life and surrender to the winding path of the labyrinth.  Native flute music provided by Roger Frick will help you slow down and find a peaceful center.  If you have never walked a labyrinth, a host will be there to introduce you to this spiritual discipline. Sponsored by St. Luke’s Care & Contemplation Department. Monday, March 30 from 6-7 p.m. at St. Luke's UMC, 100 W 86th Street, Indianapolis. Enter through door #6.

The Garden is hosting this Shalom Zone event featuring Scott Lowe from NCFH. Scott will outline the work of this vibrant coalition of northside churches serving the needs of the unhoused in Indianapolis.  Everyone is invited to learn about Streets to Home Move-In Kits and much more. Sponsored by Shalom Zone. Tuesday, March 31, 7-8:30 p.m. on the lower level at 7171 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis.

Dan Moseley returns to The Garden to lead discussions of his “Reluctant Pilgrim” essay series. You can read them on his website at danmoseley.com/writings. Sponsored by the Garden’s Spiritual Growth Team.