Irvington Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Founded in 1906, the church recently celebrated 100 years of ministry in the Irvington community. The current building was erected in 1928. The majority of church members come from Irvington and the extended community around Irvington. However, many active members live in New Palestine, Greenfield, Lawrence, Fishers and many of the surrounding townships.

Founded on the principals of the 16th Century Protestant Reformation, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) carries on the tradition of Martin Luther, John Calvin and many other reformers who emphasized the sovereignty of God and the supremacy of Jesus Christ. Presbyterians believe in a God of unconditional grace who promises salvation to all who seek it.

The word presbyterian comes from the Greek word, presbyteros, which means elder. Accordingly, the Presbyterian Church governs itself by a Board of Elders (called the session) that includes an elected group of lay people, and the pastors. By naming ourselves Presbyterian we identify ourselves by the way we structure ourselves rather than by any particular leader or theology. As a result, Presbyterians accept and value a range of Christian theologies that find expression in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Anyone who seeks to have, or to explore, a relationship with God is welcome at Irvington Presbyterian Church. This includes people of all ages, previous religious affiliations, races, genders, lifestyles, hairstyles and financial means. The best way to find out more about the church is to visit us in worship at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. Rev. Heimach, Dr. Schwarz and the whole congregation looks forward to meeting you.

Every few months visitors are invited to attend Inquiry Classes at the church. Led by the pastors, these classes describe the theology, history and practice of the church. After attending the classes visitors are invited to become active members of the church. Those who choose to join the church take the following membership vows:

• Trusting in the gracious mercy of God, do you turn from the ways of sin and renounce evil and its power in the world?
• Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior, trusting in his grace and love?
• Will you be Christ’s faithful disciple, obeying his Word and showing his love?
• Do you promise to be a faithful member of this congregation, to share in its ministry through prayer and your gifts, your study and your service and so fulfill your calling to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

The congregation of Irvington Presbyterian Church invites you to consider membership in our church. New members bring life, energy and talent into our congregation. Together, we are building a community dedicated to building up and supporting the kingdom of God.