Discipleship Newsletter - October 2026
“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.”
-1 Corinthians 12:27
The church has never been about one person doing it all. It's about pastor and people, leaders and families, gifts and generations all coming together as one body. We weren't created to do life alone. We need one another. That's what makes a church family special. We show up for one another. We grow together. We celebrate together. We serve together. October is giving us plenty of reasons to come together. So as you read through this month's newsletter, don't just look at what's happening — get involved.
Come on, ESC. Let's get connected, involved, and come together. From worship and Bible study to fellowship, town halls, ministry opportunities, and discovering the gifts God has placed inside of you, there's something happening for everyone, and there's a place for YOU.
See all the ways you can tap in, get connected, and be part of what God is doing here.
Town Hall Meetings
OCT. 11TH | OCT. 18TH | OCT. 25TH
We’re looking ahead to what’s next for Eastern Star Church, and we want to hear from you!
Join us for Campus Life Town Halls where you can share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences around ministry, worship, discipleship, and campus life.
Leaders will help facilitate meaningful conversations as we listen, learn, and explore ways to create fresh ministry experiences that meet the needs of our congregation.
Whether you’re a parent, young adult, single parent, married couple, Senior Saint, or part of another generation or stage of life, your voice matters. Come ready to share, listen, and help shape what’s next.
It all starts this Sunday, October 11, at Fishers Campus! No matter which campus you call home, there’s a Town Hall for you. Mark your calendar, invite a friend, and be part of the conversation.
Campus Life Town Hall Schedule
Sunday, October 11
- Fishers Campus
- Immediately after Sunday service
Sunday, October 18
- Cooper Road Campus
- Immediately after Sunday service
Sunday, October 25
- Arlington Woods (Main)
- Immediately after Sunday service
Come share your voice. Bring your ideas. Help shape what’s next.
Baptism Sunday
This Sunday @ All Campuses
Your next step starts here! This Sunday, Oct. 11, is Baptism Sunday at Eastern Star Church, and you won't want to miss it! Come witness men, women, and children publicly declare their faith and celebrate the life-changing power of Christ.
Whether you're taking the plunge yourself or cheering on those who are, this is a powerful moment of joy, testimony, and community.
Join us this Sunday as we celebrate new life in Christ together!
Pastor & People
We'll have guest preachers throughout the month as we worship, hear the Word, and continue coming together as one church. Let's show up and out!
October Guest Preachers:
Oct. 11 – Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock
Oct. 18 – Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates
Oct. 25 – Rev. Dr. Charles Goodman
Forty Weeks Through the Word
Every Monday @ 7 pm via Zoom
We’re still Walking Through the Word! Join us Monday evenings virtually as we continue our journey. Grab your Bible and come ready to learn, grow, and go deeper.
Register here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/EasternStarChurch1/FortyWeeksThroughTheWord
Virtual Bible Study
Every Wednesday @ 7PM via Zoom
Let’s continue to tune in and grow with us on Wednesday virtually. This month we’ll be taking deeper dives into Sunday’s messages. Invite everyone (we have something for our youth too) to join you as we create space to go further, unpack the message, and grow together throughout the week.
Women of Virtue & Men of Valor
Saturday, October 10th, 9 AM, Fishers Campus
Join us this Saturday, October 10th, at 9 AM at our Fishers Campus for a morning of discipleship designed to help you grow, connect, and become all God has called you to be. Men and women, come ready to dig into God's Word, build real community, and be encouraged for the journey ahead. Bring a friend, a family member, or someone who needs a fresh start, because we are better when we grow together. Don't miss this opportunity to keep moving forward in your walk with Christ!
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Let's welcome our newest family members! Help us give a big, warm welcome to everyone who joined in August and September! We're so grateful you're here and excited for all God has in store as we grow, serve, and do life together.
Congratulations August New Members!
Clement Abakpa Abekpa
Shirmara Anderson
Sharae Arnold
Gina Bass
Chyla Bell Davis
Ariana Cherry
Se'maj Compton
Dr. Don Davis
Chyne Davis
Lisa Dodd
Dominique Dunlap
Marvin Finney
Karrin Freeman
David Hampton
Cameron Harris
Terry Hill
Spencer Hopkins
Brittanie Hoskins
Candice Jackson
Marlon Johnson
TaChya Johnson
Carmen Jones
Maggie Lewis
Leroy Lewis III
Kina McCans
Normani McDuffie
Ariyah McDuffie
Shane Newman
Martina Newman
Savannah Newman
Kathryn Newman
Stormy Ross-Martin
Kierra Tucker
Quincy Waithe
Nakeisha Washington
Nyla Washington
Javoni Williams
Joelle Williams
Sydney Johnson
Latasha Keyes
Kaelyn Knox
Timaley Lawrence
Lasheka Person
Krisean Porter Jr.
Michelle Suber
Katherine Taylor
Maryam Thomas
Imani Corrine Thompson
Gayla Wise
Detria Aigbiniode
Carolyn Bradley
Marx Clark
Marshon Cook
Mal’achi Cook
Bianca Davis
Brittany Fancher
Miyon Holloway
LeeArnettra Holloway
Miylee Holloway
Anila Johnson
We love you, ESC family! Let’s praise our way through October together and keep being formed as followers of Jesus who love God, love people, and live to serve.