Edna Martin Christian Center

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Edna Martin Christian Center Seeing the great need in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood, Ms. Edna Barnes Martin began working with children during the summer in 1941.

The Edna Martin Christian Center is a community led, community focused organization dedicated to ensuring the prosperity and longevity of the historic Martindale-Brightwood community. Her daycare grew and grew, even though she was doing it all by herself for five years. In 1946, her church got behind her, gave her work the name of The Eastside Christian Center, and brought it under the auspices of the American Baptist Churches as a Home Mission. The Center grew to encompass after-school programs, resources for seniors and families, a food pantry, job and educational programs for adults, and social services. When our founder passed away in 1974, we were renamed the Edna Martin Christian Center in her honor. Now we are a two campus ministry and still striving to strengthen families in the neighborhood.

One Room - Edna Martin Christian Center Short FilmMonths in the making… We are excited to announce a short film for Edna...
10/05/2026

One Room - Edna Martin Christian Center Short Film

Months in the making… We are excited to announce a short film for Edna Martin Christian Center’s 85th Anniversary!

The short film combines both the past and present of EMCC, with interviews from real staff members and people.

Learn more about our 85th Anniversary here: https://ednamartincc.org/85th-anniversary/

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theednamartinchristiancenter

Credits:
Directed by Tran Huynh Vo
Edna Martin played by Tiffney Norris
Staff Members interviewed as followed Lynn Kinslow, Immanuel livey, Barato Britt, Anthony Conley, Ryan Miles, Jay Noordgaurd, Maggie Goeglein.

https://youtu.be/CNje2AVsGHA?si=0GNIkJlb7XoywD2o

A short 85th Anniversary video that tells the story of Edna Martin ...

👻🎃 October 2026 Upcoming Events Check out what EMCC is doing for spooky season! Events that require registration: - Fall...
10/05/2026

👻🎃 October 2026 Upcoming Events

Check out what EMCC is doing for spooky season!

Events that require registration:
- Fall Break Camp 2026
- Protecting Your Wishes
- Trunk or Treat

Please click our LinkTree in bio or look up LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/theednamartinchristiancenter ) to find links to register to these events! It will be under “Event Registrations”.

For more events for the broader Martindale Brightwood area, please check out our Monthly Events Guide on our Website! Also available on our LinkTree under “Stay in Touch”.

Thank You!

🕊️ PLANNING AHEAD: Protecting Your Wishes, Your Family & Your Legacy 🕊️Have you ever thought about what would happen if ...
10/01/2026

🕊️ PLANNING AHEAD: Protecting Your Wishes, Your Family & Your Legacy 🕊️

Have you ever thought about what would happen if your family had to make difficult decisions about your funeral or burial arrangements?

Planning ahead can provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones while helping ensure that your wishes are known and respected.

Join us for an important and informative workshop focused on funeral preparation for yourself and your loved ones.

📅 Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 2259 Ralston Ave., Indianapolis, IN
🏠 Community Building

Registration Link
https://forms.gle/7wyhx4fgXkoWo5sV8

Topics Include:

⚰️ Understanding Your Funeral & Burial Options
📝 Planning Ahead & Documenting Your Wishes
💰 Funding Your Final Wishes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Protecting Your Family from Unnecessary Burdens

This is more than planning a funeral—it’s about protecting the people you love, making informed decisions, and taking control of your legacy.

❤️ Don’t leave your family guessing. Plan ahead.

Come learn, ask questions, and take the first step toward ensuring your wishes—and your family—are protected.

Come join us as we celebrate moms to be and moms or children under one years old. There will be food, fun, vendors and g...
09/16/2026

Come join us as we celebrate moms to be and moms or children under one years old.

There will be food, fun, vendors and giveaways to enjoy! 💕

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location: 2259 Ralston Ave, Indianapolis, IN
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

🏡 LET’S START ESTATE PLANNING! ✍🏾📋Have you thought about protecting your family, your home, and the legacy you’ve worked...
09/10/2026

🏡 LET’S START ESTATE PLANNING! ✍🏾📋

Have you thought about protecting your family, your home, and the legacy you’ve worked hard to build? Join us for an important Estate Planning Workshop featuring Jennifer Norton and Jessica Harris!

Learn more about the importance of estate planning and take the first steps toward protecting your assets, preparing for the future, and creating a lasting legacy for those you love.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Community Building
2259 Ralston Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46218

Registration: https://forms.gle/MS7JgirUYnZRjisAA

Don’t wait until it’s too late to have these important conversations. Let’s start planning today for the future and the legacy you want to leave behind!

🏡 LET’S START ESTATE PLANNING! ✍🏾📋Have you thought about protecting your family, your home, and the legacy you’ve worked...
09/03/2026

🏡 LET’S START ESTATE PLANNING! ✍🏾📋

Have you thought about protecting your family, your home, and the legacy you’ve worked hard to build? Join us for an important Estate Planning Workshop featuring Jennifer Norton and Jessica Harris!

Learn more about the importance of estate planning and take the first steps toward protecting your assets, preparing for the future, and creating a lasting legacy for those you love.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Community Building
2259 Ralston Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46218

Registration: https://forms.gle/nRRRFuUGHFhyYT4YA

Don’t wait until it’s too late to have these important conversations. Let’s start planning today for the future and the legacy you want to leave behind!

Give 8/28 is TODAY!We're raising money for Edna Martin Christian Center's 85th Anniversary and more. Every dollar counts...
08/28/2026

Give 8/28 is TODAY!
We're raising money for Edna Martin Christian Center's 85th Anniversary and more. Every dollar counts (On August 28th is a National Day to Celebrate Black-Led Organizations, give today) - give now: https://www.give828.org/ organization/Edna-Martin-Christian-
Center

Indiana flooding has impacted many lives.And the EMCC Food Pantry is FREE and open to anyone in the community who needs ...
08/20/2026

Indiana flooding has impacted many lives.

And the EMCC Food Pantry is FREE and open to anyone in the community who needs food assistance today!

How does it work?
Visit Edna Martin Christian Center during pantry hours to register. Once enrolled, you can receive a free pre-packed pantry bag right away and return for one bag per week.

Pantry Hours:
Monday through Friday
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Location:
2605 E 25th St, Indianapolis, IN 46218

Contact us for more information here:
[email protected] or [email protected] and (317) 637-3776

Each pantry bag includes a variety of items to help support household needs, including:

• Groceries
• Pantry staples
• Household essentials
• Community support

If you or someone you know has been affected by the recent flooding and could use extra support, please reach out or stop by EMCC.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, family, and neighbors. 💛

Address

2605 E 25th Street
Indianapolis, IN
46218

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13176373776

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