Emerge Church

reviving believers and reaching friends. https://linktr.ee/emerge317.church Emerge Church meets at 211 S Merrill St, Fortville, IN 46040 on Sunday's at 10am.

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07/12/2026

Being rooted in Christ isn't meant to keep us standing still. Healthy roots produce growth, and growth reaches outward.

James 1:19-25 reminds us that hearing God's Word is only the beginning. We have a choice: apply it or ignore it. Real spiritual maturity isn't measured by how much Bible knowledge we have, but by how quickly we put God's truth into action.

Are we becoming more like Jesus? Are we building bridges? Do we know our neighbors? Do we love those who don't know Him yet? Are we willing to be His hands, His feet, and His voice?

The gap between what we know and how we live is where growth happens. Every step of obedience, no matter how small, strengthens our faith and helps us reach others with the love of Christ.

Let's be a church that is deeply rooted in God's Word and always reaching people with His love. 🌱❤️

But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. James 1:22

07/05/2026

There is something special about gathering as a group, sharing a meal, laughing together, and simply enjoying each other's company. Today's church cookout wasn't just about good food. It was about building community, strengthening friendships, and reminding one another that we are better together.

The early church understood the importance of fellowship. Acts 2:46-47 tells us they met together, shared meals with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. Community has always been part of God's design.

Hebrews 10:24-25 encourages us to consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together. Every conversation, every smile, every shared meal is another opportunity to encourage one another and point each other toward Christ.

Thank you to everyone who came, brought food, helped cook, served, cleaned up, and made today such a wonderful time together. Whether you have been part of our church family for years or it was your very first visit, we're grateful you were with us.

The Jack's Lemonade was good wasn't it!

Community doesn't just happen on Sundays. It grows every time God's people come together in love. We can't wait to see you again soon!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸🍔 You're Invited! 🍋

This Sunday, join us at 11:00 AM for an All Welcome cookout at Emerge Church!

As our nation marks 250 years, we're reminded of the enduring values that have shaped America. Our Constitution established the framework for our freedoms, and throughout our history, countless people have looked to God for wisdom, strength, and hope. While our country isn't perfect, we are grateful for the blessings of liberty and the opportunity to gather together as a community.

At Emerge Church, we believe that the greatest foundation we can build on is faith in Jesus Christ. Whether you've been attending church for years or have never stepped through the doors, there's a place for you here.

Join us, enjoy a cookout, cool off with Jack's Lemonade, and spend time with friends, family, and neighbors. Let's celebrate the freedom to gather, the blessing of community, and the God who continues to guide us. Bring a chair and stay awhile to connect with the community!

📍 Emerge Church
🗓 Sunday, July 5
🕚 11:00 AM

Bring your family, invite a friend, and come hungry. Everyone is welcome! 🇺🇸❤️

06/29/2026

🏆 Jump on the Team: Week 4 | The Home Run: Bringing People Home 🏆

Every home run has one goal... to bring people home.

Jesus gave His followers the greatest mission of all in Matthew 28:18-20: Go. Make disciples. Baptize. Teach. This isn't a job for a select few. It's the calling of everyone who has chosen to follow Him.

As we read God's Word, we should always ask ourselves: ⚾ What am I learning about God? ⚾ What is God teaching me that I need to apply to my life? ⚾ How will I move forward in faith?

Colossians reminds us to keep our roots deep in Christ so our faith continues to grow. We aren't called to stay where we are. We're called to keep growing and to help bring others home to Jesus.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this week as we continued our Jump on the Team series. Let's keep stepping up to the plate, living out our faith, and sharing the hope of Christ with those around us.

Because the greatest home run we'll ever be part of... is bringing someone home to Jesus. ❤️⚾

06/22/2026

⚾❤️ Happy Father's Day! ❤️⚾

Week 3 of our Jumping on the Team series brought us to The Sacrifice Fly. In baseball, a sacrifice fly means giving up something for yourself so someone else can advance. What a fitting picture of a father's heart.

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. (Philippians 2:3-4 NIV)

So many fathers, grandfathers, and father figures live out this verse every day through quiet acts of love, service, hard work, and sacrifice. They put the needs of their families first and help those around them move forward.

And what greater joy is there than seeing those you've invested in grow and thrive?

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. (3 John 1:4 NIV)

Today we celebrated the dads who have coached, encouraged, protected, taught, and loved us so well. After service, we enjoyed root beer floats, great conversation, lots of laughter, and the blessing of sharing life together as a church family.

Thank you to all the dads and father figures who demonstrate Christ-like selflessness. Your sacrifices matter, and your legacy reaches farther than you know.

06/16/2026

Ladies, Join us Wednesday night

Daniel's Vineyard
9061 N 700 W
McCordsville, IN 46055

We'd love to see you there!

06/14/2026

WEEK 2 • JUMP ON THE TEAM
Team Jesus was never meant to be a team of one.

In 1 Corinthians 12:12-20, we’re reminded that every person has a place, a purpose, and a gift. Some gifts are loud. Some are quiet. Some are on the field. Some are in the dugout. Some work behind the scenes where nobody else sees.

But every role matters to the team.

God gave each of us gifts, and sometimes we don’t even recognize them yet. That’s why being part of the church matters. The coach can help guide, encourage, and develop the gifts inside of you so the whole team grows stronger together.

Growth usually happens outside the comfort zone. The uncomfortable. The unknown. The new.

That’s where faith stretches. That’s where gifts grow.

You don’t have to be front and center to make an impact. You just have to be willing to show up for Team Jesus. ⚾

06/07/2026

Some chase trophies.
Some chase stats.
Some chase applause under stadium lights. ⚾

But every athlete knows this: dedication shapes identity.

Baseball teaches you that you belong to something bigger than yourself. You wear the name on the jersey with purpose. You learn discipline, sacrifice, teamwork, patience, strategy, and how to keep going even when failure shows up more than success.

Sounds a lot like following Jesus.

The walk with Jesus was never meant to be lived from the sidelines. It is daily investment. Daily growth. Daily surrender. Quiet practices that build deep roots long before storms arrive.

A strong foundation matters.

And Jesus stays steady when everything else shakes.

Your primary identity should never be in popularity, performance, titles, or wins. Your identity is found in Christ. ✝️

What you look for is what you see.
What you consume is what fills you.
What you practice is what you become.

The game changes when you realize you are not just playing for yourself anymore. You are part of a mission, a team, a Kingdom.

So where do you fit in the game of following Jesus?

Not on the bench.
Not watching from the stands.

Jump on the team. ⚾🔥

06/06/2026

Emerge isn’t just a place to sit quietly in rows.

It’s a place where youth can laugh loudly, build friendships, ask questions, grow in faith, and just be themselves.

From games and snacks to worship and real conversations, every moment matters. We love creating a space where young people feel seen, encouraged, and connected...because faith grows best in community.

Fun matters. Fellowship matters. Jesus matters.

And youth nights are where all three collide like a confetti cannon with sneakers on. 🎈🔥

We had a great time Friday Night!

06/04/2026

There’s still time to take the next step in your faith through water baptism on June 7th 💧

Water baptism is a public declaration of a changed life and a heart surrendered to Jesus. If you’ve been thinking about it, praying about it, or feeling led to take that step, we’d love to celebrate with you.

Message us for details and to sign up!

Address

211 S Merrill Street
Fortville, IN
46040

Opening Hours

9:45am - 11:45am

Telephone

+13176743366

Website

https://linktr.ee/emerge317.church, https://www.emerge317.church/

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