Indy Grace Place Dedication and Open House

Tab members, ministry partners, members of other churches, neighbors and friends met Sunday to celebrate Dan Gushee’s work through Indy Grace Place, a home that helps men leaving prison to transition into independent living.  Pastor John Gable reflected on the significance of the Prodigal Son – and the grace of the Father – new start when facing the challenges when leaving incarceration and then led the group in a prayer of dedication for the ministry, the home, and the transformation taking place within the home’s walls. 

The group shared a meal, toured the house, and heard stories about the home and its residence.

The house has gone through a remarkable change since Dan moved in eight years ago: the house has been redesigned and renovated through hard work by Dan and the men living in the house.  Just as the house has undergone a significant transformation, so have similar changes taken place in the lives of the men who come through Grace Place.

Its residents have – and continue to – work hard to get on their feet after leaving prison.  Most importantly, the stories of those of those who have successfully moved out of the house show God’s faithfulness and transformation in their lives.  God has used this house – and Dan’s efforts – 

to help encourage those leaving incarcerated life to make a successful transition from incarceration into productive and full lives in the community.

 

See more information on the ministry below.

Indy Grace Place

Indy Grace Place, Inc.

3624 Guilford Ave
Indianapolis, Indiana 46205
Phone: (317) 925-4850

Mission: To provide a nurturing, encouraging, biblically based environment for men emerging from prison and quip them for independent living.

Purpose:  To provide a transitional residence accompanied with mentoring and accountability for men who need assistance in establishing patterns of living that will glorify God and enable them to be self-supporting.  Targeted time of residence is six months.

What we offer:

1. A comfortable small-group home environment in a quiet urban neighborhood where men learn to transition back into society.  Men will either have a private room or share a room with one other.  From this setting the resident is able to have an address, a message phone, and a place to call home.  There are three bus lines within two blocks of the home.
2. Goal setting assistance.  Each week’s activities are assessed in light of the stated goals for each resident.  The resident is expected to create realistic goals and modify them as needed throughout his stay.
3. Social services are provided through a combination of partnerships and in-house services.  These include counseling, addictions treatment programs, resume preparation, job search assistance, etc.

 

How Can I Help?

Here is a list of some items that a useful to the house:

• Paper products: plates, napkins, towels, TP
• Cleaning supplies: glass cleaner, room deodorizers, floor cleaner, disinfectant, bathroom cleaners, mops, all purpose cleaners, etc.
• Bed items: pillows, sheet sets (twin size), mattress covers, blankets
• Any food donations (food is currently supplied by the house members, almost exclusively, which is sometimes a strain.)
• Lap-top computer for business use and presentations
• Sponsorship for unemployed resident(s) unable to pay weekly rent ($60 / week)
• Financial gifts of any size for ongoing operational expenses
• Set of four kitchen chairs
• Flat-screen TV (42”)

 

Care to volunteer your time or talents?  Here are some suggestions:

• Become a friend to a resident: take them to dinner or a game, or just talk.
• Become a mentor.  There are programs that offer formal training if you want to get involved at that level.
• Develop a program that uses your special gifts or training.  Some suggestions: A budgeting training class; Organize an addictions group; Lead a bible study.  Be imaginative, and let the Spirit lead!

Email: dan@indygraceplace.org
Web site: www.IndyGracePlace.org
Transition housing for ex-prisoners

Indy Grace Place Dedication and Open House

ndy Grace Place, a transitional house for men returning from prison, invites you to participate in a Dedication Cermeony and Open House to be held Sunday afternoon, June 14, beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Pastor John Galbe iwl be conducting the dedication ceremony at 2:30 p.m., and tours of the home will be available until 5:00p p.m. 

Food will be provided and a list of items needed to maintain the home will also be available.  RSVP is appreciated, but not required.

For more information or to reserve your place, contact Dan Gushee.  We look forward to teh time of fellowship!

 

Indy Grace Place 
Dedication Ceremony & Open House
Sunday, June 14th, 2:00 p.m. 

Indy Grace Place, a transitional house for men returning from prison, invites you to participate in a Dedication Cermeony and Open House to be held Sunday afternoon, June 14, beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Pastor John Gable will be conducting the dedication ceremony at 2:30 p.m., and tours of the home will be available until 5:00 p.m. 

Food will be provided and a list of items needed to maintain the home will also be available.  RSVP is appreciated, but not required.  For more information or to reserve your place, contact Dan Gushee.  We look forward to the time of fellowship!