And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus… heb 12:2
The Indianapolis 500 is the greatest race in the world. Thirty-three cars. Three hundred thousand fans. And behind it all a community of people carrying more than most will ever see.
May is relentless. The pressure builds from the moment the gates open and doesn't let up until the checkered flag drops. For the drivers, crews, and mechanics, it's the culmination of everything they've worked for. But for the spouses and kids at home, it's something else entirely — weeks of solo parenting, quiet sacrifice, and holding everything together while the person they love chases the dream.
The emotional toll is real. The loneliness is real. And it rarely gets talked about.
That's exactly where INDYCAR Ministry shows up. Our Chaplains are present at every event in the paddock, in the garage, in the moments nobody sees. Our Family Care Team is reaching beyond the track to support the families carrying the weight of the season at home.
This is what your support makes possible. Not programs. People.
This May, we're launching our 5th Annual Month of Ministry, dedicated to supporting the NTT INDYCAR, INDY NXT, and the three USF Pro Championship Series communities and their families.
In addition to a full calendar of ministry happenings around IMS this May, it’s also a time to fuel the mission of caring for the community within INDYCAR.
Behind every race car, is a family absorbing the cost of this sport, the weeks apart, the weight of holding everything together, the quiet moments of wondering if anyone notices. Our Family Care Team does and heres what we’re doing about it:
At Home-- Meals delivered. Flowers sent. Showing up to pray, when a wife has hit her limit. No one carries this alone.
At the Track-- Welcoming spaces where families can get out of the heat, grab food, and reset so more families can be there watching their spouses they love do what they love.
In the Community--Watch parties gathering families around a meal, a screen, and each other.
Join us this May in raising $30K to not only change the landscape of family life and shine the hope of Jesus in the midst! There are more families who are one invitation away from knowing they're not alone. Your gift makes that moment possible
MAke a difference in the very lives you cheer for on raceday
The single greatest way to make a difference is praying. Join us for 30 days, praying daily over every team and area we serve. Print off our prayer guide, share it with your family , church , and small group. Let’s join together and make an impact this May!
30 Days of Prayer (click here)
PRAY
At the track this may
Church services
Over the course of the month at IMS we will put on 9 church service options:
Qualifying Sunday 5/17
Catholic Mass held @ Garage #19 -- : --
Trackside Devotional @ INDYCAR Tech –:--
Raceday Services 5/24 @ Garage #19
Devotional (INDYCAR Tech) @ 6:00am
Catholic Mass @ 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:30am
Non Denominational @ 7:30am, 8:30am, 9:00am
LoneStar JR Award
INDYCAR Ministry has awarded the coveted LoneStar Jr Award. This award is peer nominated and voted to the person who best exhibits character, integrity, and dedication to service. In addition to a personal trophy, their names are on display with the yellow submarine in the IMS museum. INDYCAR Ministry puts on a party after the pit stop competition on carb day, providing a much needed meal and celebration for those in the paddock. As you support INDYCAR Ministry, you are a part of providing such an impactful moment and opportunity to shine the hope of Jesus.
OUTREACH
Our Outreach team will be serving daily out of Garage #19. Staffed with volunteers, we are in the midst of thousands of race fans shining the hope of Jesus. Whether its handing out stickers, ministry cards, or even praying with race fans its a powerful opportunity to make a difference. If you’re interested in joining the ministry team email outreach@indycarministry.org