EMMAUS
Founded in 1903 at Laurel and Orange streets in Fountain Square, Indianapolis. Multi- generational families that have been a part of Emmaus since the founding still attend today and there is always room for new members. One hundred twenty years and counting, we are still here for the community and would welcome you to be a part of our worship service. Our Christ-centered lives are based on Christ crucified for all and forgiveness of sin. We strive to love and honor God, love our neighbors and follow the will of God in humble service.
our pastor
Meet Pastor James A.D. Gramzow!
Born and raised in Royal Oak, MI, in the heart of metro-Detroit, Pastor Gramzow is a shining example of a lifelong Lutheran education! He attended Our Shepherd Lutheran School in Birmingham and Lutheran High Northwest in Rochester Hills, before his B.A. in music, focusing on Church music, from Concordia University Nebraska. While at Concordia, he not only showcased his talent in the University Acapella Choir but also participated in the Pre-Seminary program. It was here he met his wonderful wife Jill, hailing from Texarkana, TX. After tying the knot in August 2022, they made their way to Fort Wayne, IN, where Pastor Gramzow pursued his Master of Divinity at Concordia Theological Seminary, serving vicarage in sunny Naples, FL, and set to graduate in May 2026. In April, he fully received the Divine Call to serve as the Pastor of Emmaus! Pastor and Jill are blessed with a beautiful son and are eagerly anticipating the arrival of little one this September! Pastor Gramzow enjoys organ music, gothic architecture, and presidential/military history.
In Memory of Pastor Raymond Smith
Pastor Smith was the pastor of Emmaus Lutheran Church since June 1, 2014 until September 20, 2024 when he was called to his Eternal Home. During that time he served as the interim principal of the Emmaus school for five years. He was the circuit’s pastoral delegate to the LCMS Synodical convention in Milwaukee in 2016. He was a 1982 graduate of Emmaus School, as well as a 1986 graduate of Lutheran High School of Indianapolis. He earned his Masters of Divinity degree from Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne, Indiana in 2006. He served as pastor to Trinity Ortonville, Minnesota; Vacancy Pastor to St. Paul Dewberry, Indiana; and Mission plant at Resurrection, Centerville, Indiana. Pastor married Lisa, the love of his life since he was 16 years old. Pastor loved visiting his daughter, her husband and grandchildren in Minnesota. He had a great affinity for the Black Hills of South Dakota, music, fantasy books, the Cubs and his dog Wabo.
Sunday Service
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Every Sunday
Sunday Bible Studies
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Every Sunday
Robert Carey leads a study on Matthew (Conference Room)
Pastor Irmer leads a Catechesis Study (Fellowship Hall)
Monday Women's
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm every 2nd and 4th Monday. Barb Campbell leads a study on books of the Bible.
Wednesday STUDIES
Senior Study
Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Norm Riemer leads a study on various books of the Bible. (Not meeting the month of August)
All are welcome to join our lively discussion as we learn more about our Christian walk with Jesus.
Thursday Study
Evenings 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
On summer break. Will resume in the fall.
Ladies Society
Meets Monthly (2nd Thursday of the Month)
Times and meeting place announced.
Our Facilities
Our Food Pantry 1209 Linden Street
317-474-0149
Located in a house adjacent to the property, this facility serves our neighbors and community with a much needed food resource. We also provide some clothing and hygiene needs. We serve over 1100 individuals every month. Our food resources are generous donations from Gleaners, local businesses, and other charitable groups as well as generous donations of money and food from individuals. This facility is solely run by volunteers.
Classrooms, Gym & Kitchen
Our facilities, classrooms, gym, and kitchen are utilized for our outreach events and are available to use for church members and their families. Please contact us if interested in using the facilities.