Puentes

Welcome to the Latino Ministries of St. Paul’s (PUENTES).

Puentes is a word that means “bridges.” We desire to build bridges within our faith community and the community at-large to advocate and support the cultures, traditions and the language of the Latino Community in our midst.

  • The Puentes Leadership Team will offer several learning opportunities (adult forums and off-site cultural immersive opportunities) to experience the beauty and breadth of the Latino community in Indianapolis.

  • The Puentes Youth Leadership Initiative, launched in early 2024, offers leadership training for bilingual 9th-12th graders, both Heritage and non-Heritage speakers. After a successful pilot, the program is expanding into a nine-month curriculum where students use their skills to design and direct the program. Participants will engage in lectures by prominent Latino leaders and culturally immersive experiences, focusing on arts, food, service, and Latino traditions, while learning to advocate for and preserve the community’s language and culture.

  • Wednesdays, September 18 - November 6

    6-7 p.m. (beginning); 7-8 p.m. (intermediate)

    Community Resource Room, (second floor, Parish Center bldg.)

    St. Paul’s will offer Spanish classes (both beginning and intermediate) with resident member, Profesora Cindy Seley. All are welcome - those new to the Spanish language or seasoned speakers. The cost for this eight-week course is $65 and class size is limited. All fees are due prior to/on the first day of class. Pay by check, cash or electronically. Please click here to register.

    • Volunteer to help prepare meals for our Puentes Youth Leadership Initiative

    • Volunteer to be a youth sponsor/mentor

    • Present at an upcoming meeting (preference given to those who are bilingual)

    • Join St. Paul’s Puentes Leadership Team [meetings on the fourth Saturday of each month, 9-10:30 a.m., CRR (second floor, church bldg.)]

    • Participate in community cultural events/other forums with members of St. Paul’s

    • Take Spanish classes

    Click here to email the Rev. Jeff Bower with questions or to become involved.