MSTFCore Storyfinalreport

CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
LAFAYETTE, INDIANA

“CORE STORY” -- FALL, 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction Page 2

Chapter 1. The Lafayette Community: What’s Out There? Page 2
(overview of community and resources)

Chapter 2. The Lafayette Community: Who’s Out There? Page 4
(mission area demographic context)

Chapter 3. Central Presbyterian: Where Have We Been? Page 16
​(history and activities of CPC & CPC Foundation)

Chapter 4. Central Presbyterian: Who’s IN Here? Page 19
(​ U.S. Congregational Lifestyle Survey)

Chapter 5. Central Presbyterian: How Do We See Ourselves? Page 27

(​ insights from Survey Monkey and small group conversations)

Chapter 6. Central Presbyterian: Where Are We Headed? Page 32
(​ vision statement)

APPENDICES:

1. Discover Greater Lafayette, Indiana (publication)

2. Lafayette-West Lafayette, Purdue University Visitors Guide (publication)

3. ExecutiveInsite Report (Lafayette demographics) Page 33

4. Welcome to Central brochure Page 49

5. U.S. Congregational Lifestyle Survey Page 51

6. Survey Monkey results Page 69

7. Small group responses Page 84

INTRODUCTION

In May of 2015, The Mission Study Task Force was appointed by the Session to describe Central and its 
role in the Greater Lafayette area community.  The seven‐member Task Force represents a broad 
spectrum of Central Presbyterian members. The Task Force compiled this Core Story to give a view of 
what potential pastoral candidates should know as they contemplate serving and leading Central Church 
into the future.  This document profiles an overview of Lafayette, West Lafayette, and the Tippecanoe 
County area with its many attributes and opportunities including a social and economic view.  The 
report provides a demographic view of the congregation at present, the church’s history, and a 
compilation of the members’ opinions about where we are now and what we want to be.  The study 
includes a description of the Central Presbyterian Church Foundation which was established many years 
ago to provide additional funding for programming, outreach, operations and property maintenance.  

The report was compiled with the assistance and participation of many church members.

The Task Force members are:
Joe Burke
Willie Burgess
Fred Ford
Chip Goldsberry (Chair)
Cris King (Vice Chair)
Alex Moon
Shirley West
Rev. David Comstock (Staff Support)

CHAPTER 1
The Lafayette Community: What’s Out There?  

This chapter provides some basic information and facts about the Greater Lafayette Community.  Those 
wanting more details should read the brochures entitled “Discover Greater Lafayette, Indiana” and 
“Lafayette, West Lafayette and Purdue University”, included as appendices.

Our community is comprised of three entities: Lafayette, West Lafayette and Purdue University.  It is the 
major shopping area for at least a 50 mile radius.  From culture to community festivals, sporting events, 
shopping, dining and nightlife, Greater Lafayette residents and visitors enjoy many ways to relax, enrich 
their lives and enjoy good times with family and friends.

Highlights include 40 parks, dozens of art venues, sports to watch or play, youth centered activities, 
shopping at one‐of‐a‐kind boutiques or major national retailers, dining at favorite international or 
American restaurants, or enjoying late‐night venues.

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POPULATION STATISTICS
Tippecanoe County                                               180,174
Lafayette                                                                   70,373
West Lafayette                                                         30,875
Purdue University                                                    38,770
Indiana Vocational College                                       8,439

EDUCATION
Education ranks high in Greater Lafayette from residents’ expectations of themselves and their children 
to top marks earned by schools.  Nearly two thirds of local schools earned the highest grade from the 
State of Indiana.  West Lafayette Jr./Sr. High School received a 2014 Gold Medal rating by U.S. News and 
World Report.

Purdue, Ivy Tech Community College and Harrison College all provide opportunities for both graduating 
seniors and working adults to study while living at home.  Other lifetime learning opportunities also are 
available.

HOUSING
A great location to live—take your pick of homes in pleasant neighborhoods, grand historic houses that 
grace urban areas, convenient downtown condominiums or a comfortable apartment.  Furthermore, 
living options are spacious and affordable.  Upscale urban or spacious suburban?  Historic character or 
amenity‐packed senior campus?  Own or lease? Residents have a choice of life style, neighborhoods and 
price ranges.

HEALTHCARE
Physician practices, specialty care, outpatient surgery centers and two new hospitals serve the medical 
needs of Greater Lafayette residents and the region.  The largest medical care systems in Tippecanoe 
County are Indiana University Health Arnett, Franciscan St. Elizabeth Health and Unity Healthcare. The 
two new hospitals have some 340 private patient rooms.

SPIRITUAL LIFE
Residents seeking a space and community for contemplation, reflection, spiritual guidance or religious 
worship can choose from numerous practices and services in the community.  Some congregations are 
traditional, affiliated with larger national or international organizations; others are satellites or operate 
independently.  In all, the community has about 140 churches, a Friends meeting house and two 
synagogues.

ECONOMY
The economy of Greater Lafayette is much diversified from major manufacturing such as Alcoa, 
Caterpillar and Subaru to new high tech startups primarily in the Purdue Research Park to financial 
services which include many major, regional and local banks.  The steady influence of Purdue 
University’s operations and capital expenditures is also a big positive.

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CHAPTER 2
The Lafayette Community: Who’s Out There? 
The Mission Study Task Force used the data, projections and analyses made available through 
MissionInsite to prepare the following QuickInsite Report.  This report provides a brief statistical 
overview of our Greater Lafayette Community.  The more extensive  ExecutiveInsite Report is included 
as an appendix.
The QuickInsite Report is organized in a Story View which is a summary of the various Theme Views that 
follow it.  All the Views are color coded with green representing increasing or above average statistics; 
yellow representing stable or average and red representing declining or below average.
We first selected a radius from Central Presbyterian Church that includes the Greater Lafayette urban 
area, then made modifications primarily to exclude the Purdue University Campus and the most 
concentrated private student housing areas, as we were concerned that a bias would be caused by the 
population of 40,000 students.   However, it was only possible to exclude roughly half of the students, as 
many are scattered throughout West Lafayette and Lafayette.  It is impossible to measure their impact 
on certain statistics such as the number of people living in poverty.  The area inside the polygram is the 
study area described in the Report.
For further and comparative reference, the included map indicates the locations where current 
members of Central live.
The sources of the data, projections and analyses were provided by the U.S. Census Bureau, Synergos 
Technologies Inc., Experian and DecisionInsite/MissionInsite.
Candidates for the position of Senior Pastor of Central Presbyterian Church who want additional 
statistical Information from the MissionInsite data base may call the Church at 765‐742‐8481 and ask to 
speak to Pastor David Comstock.

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The QuickInsite Report

Prepared for: Presbytery of Wabash Valley
Study area: Custom Geography

Base State: IN
Current Year Estimate: 2015
2020
5 Year Projection: 2025
10 Year Projection: 8/30/2015
Spring
Date:
Semi-Annual Projection:

About the QuicklInsite Report Two Sections
The QuickInsite report is designed to provide a quick look at a Two reports are provided on the following pages.
geography defined by a user. It provides an initial impression • The Story View  Report presents 10 demographic indicators of
of a study area through a set of 12 demographic variables, the your study area.
top 10 Mosaic Segments and 5 Religious Beliefs and Practices
derived from the Simmons National Consumer research data. • The ThemeView  Report presents greater detail about those 10
indicators but organized around themes.

NOTE: Not all of the demographic variables available in the For more information on interpreting the various data on this
MI System are found in this report. The FullInsite or report, please refer to the Supporting Information on the final
ExecutiveInsite Reports will give a more comprehensive view page.
of an area's demographics and ViewPoint a fuller view of its
beliefs and practices.

THE STUDY AREA

More Information Pag5e 1
Please refer to the last page of the report for additional notes and interpretation aides in reading the report.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite

StoryView

Significant Demographic Indicators of the Study Area's Story

Population Change Significant Moderate Little Change Moderate Significant
Decline Decline Growth Growth
1 In the 10 year future, how is this area expected to change?
Significant Moderate Little Change Moderate Significant
(See Population and Families Theme) Decline Decline Increase Increase

School Age Change Significantly Less Somewhat Less About the Somewhat Significantly
Same More More
2 In the 10 year future, how is the population of school age children
in this area expected to change? Very Low Low Mixed High Very High
(See Age Theme)
Families with Children Very Homogeneous Homgeneous Moderately Very Diverse Extremely
Diverse Diverse
3 Compared to the state, are families with children more or less
likely to live in two parent households? Significantly Less Somewhat Less About the Somewhat Significantly
(See Population and Families Theme) Same Greater Greater
Adult Educational Attainment
Significantly Somewhat  About the Somewhat Significantly
4 For this area, what is the general level of education of the adults 25 Below Below Same Above Above
and older?
(See Education and Career Status Theme) Very Blue Collar Somewhat  Closely Split Somewhat Very White
Community Diversity Index Blue White Collar

5 How diverse is the racial/ethnic mix of this area? Asian (NH) Black/Afri White (NH) Hispanic or Pac Is/Amer
American (NH) Latino Ind/Other
(See Community Diversity Theme)
Very Low Somewhat  Mixed Somewhat Very High
Median Family Income Low High

6 How does the median family income compare to the state for
this area?
(See Financial Resources Theme)
Poverty

7 Compared to the state, is the number of families in poverty above
or below the state average?
(See Financial Resources Theme)
Blue to White Collar Occupations

8 On a continuum between blue collar and white collar occupations,
where does this area fall?
(See Education and Career Status Theme)

Largest Racial/Ethnic Group

9 In this area, which racial/ethnic group is the largest percentage of

the population?

(See Community Diversity Theme)

Religiosity

10 What is the level of religiosity in this study area?

(See Religiosity Theme)

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 2 6

ThemeView

Demographic Descriptions of the Study Area

Study area: Custom Geography Date: 8/30/2015

Population and Households Theme

Population is the most basic demographic characteristic. It indicates how many persons reside within an area and how that
total changes over time. In addition, future population is forecasted looking out 10 years.

Population and Household History with 5 and 10 Year Projected Change

History and 10 Year Forecast: Population and Households

160,000

140,000

120,000

100,000 Population
Households
80,000 Families*

60,000

40,000

20,000

0 2010 2015 2020 2025
2000
2010
NOTE: Family Household data is not projected out 10 years. 118,073

Population, Households & Families 18,399
18.5%
2000 2015 2020 2025
49,206 124,524 132,626 141,118
Population 99,674 7,756
18.7% 6,451 8,102 8,492
  Population Change 5.5% 6.5% 6.4%
2.40
  Percent Change -0.01 51,965 55,413 59,048
-0.2% 2,759 3,448 3,635
Households 41,450 5.6% 6.6% 0.0%
  Households Change 26,650
  Percent Change 2,960 2.40 2.39 2.39
12.5% -0.00 -0.00 -0.00
Population / Households 2.40 -0.1% -0.1% -0.1%
  Population / Households Change
  Percent Change 28,260 30,581
1,610 2,321
Family Households 23,690 6.0% 8.2%
  Family Households Change
  Percent Change

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 3 

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Population and Households Theme

Population and Household History with 5 and 10 Year Projected Percentage Change

Population and Household Percentage Change

20% 2010-2015 2015-2020 % Pop Change
18% % HH Change
16%
14% 2020-2025
12%
10%

8%
6%
4%
2%
0%

2000-2010

Family Households

Family households with children are changing. The traditional married couple structure is evolving into many different family
expressions in which children are being raised. These data provide an insight into the family structures within the study area
and then compares them to the state.

Family Households with Children by Type

70% Study Area
60% State: IN
50%
40% Single Mother Single Father
30%
20%
10%

0%
Married-couple

This table presents both the history and projections for family structures in the study area. Take note of the change column to

discern how these family structures have changed and are projected to change in the future.

Households with Children Actual Hhlds by Year 2010 to 2020 Percent of all Hhlds by Year 2010 to 2020

2010 2015 2020 Change 2010% 2015% 2020% % Change

Family: Married-couple 8,537 8,827 9,566 1029 62.5% 66.5% 66.6% 4.1%
Family: Single Mother 3,795 3,425 3,692 -103 27.8% 25.8% 25.7% -2.1%

Family: Single Father 1,320 1,022 1,104 -216 9.7% 7.7% 7.7% -2.0%

Total: 13,652 13,274 14,362 710 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 4  8

Age Theme

10 Year Average Age and Children 0 to 17 Trends

The age history and forecast reflects change in a community. Many are aging as a consequence of the aging Baby Boom
generation and the decline in live births for many years in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

Average Population Age: History and Trend 10 Year Projection: Children 0 to 17

36 40000 22,368 24,455
34 34 34 35 36 30000 20,090
20000 9,555 9,452
32 2015 2020 2025 100080,509 2020 2025 5 to 17
2010 0 to 4
0

2015

Phase of Life
The Phase of Life 10 Year Change graph highlights life phases that will increase or decrease as a percentage of the total
population in the forecasted 10 year future.

Phase of Life: 10 Year Change

6%

4.7%

4%

2.7%

2% 1.2%

-0.1% -0.7%

0%

-2% -2.1%

-4% 5 to 17 18 to 24 -5.6% 35 to 54 55 to 64 65 & over
-6%
25 to 34
0 to 4

Phase of Life presents how a community changes and people age through their various life phases.

Phase of Life Actual Population by Year & Phase Percent of Pop by Year & Phase

2010 2015 2020 2025 2010% 2015% 2020% 2025%
6.7%
Before Formal Schooling:  0 to 4 8,532 8,509 9,555 9,452 7.2% 6.8% 7.2%
17.3%
Required Formal Schooling:  5 to 17 17,734 20,090 22,368 24,455 15.0% 16.1% 16.9% 14.9%
10.1%
College/Career Starts:  18 to 24 22,243 21,200 19,097 21,026 18.8% 17.0% 14.4% 27.7%

Singles & Young Families:  25 to 34 19,257 19,485 19,423 14,222 16.3% 15.6% 14.6% 9.4%
13.9%
Families & Empty Nesters:  35 to 54 26,864 28,644 32,574 39,088 22.8% 23.0% 24.6% 100.0%

Enrichment Yrs Singles/Cpls:  55 to 64 11,121 12,640 13,108 13,286 9.4% 10.2% 9.9%

Retirement Opportunities:  65 & over 12,322 13,957 16,501 19,589 10.4% 11.2% 12.4%

Total: 118,073 124,525 132,626 141,118 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 5  9

Education and Career Status Theme

The Education/Career Status theme portrays the level of education and the career types by the categories of Blue Collar and
White Collar in the study area.

Adult Educational Attainment
The following graphs present the adult population within the study area 25 years of age and older by the level of education
completed.

Adult Educational Attainment Compared to the State of IN

Level of Adult Education Study Area
State: IN
40%
35%
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%

5%
0%

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Education Level of Adults 18 Years and Older Actual Hhlds by Year 2015 to 2020 Percent of all Hhlds by Year 2015 to 2020
2015% 2020% % Change
Less than 9th Grade 2015 2020 Change
Some High School, No diploma
High School Graduate (or GED) 2,890 3,307 417 3.9% 4.1% 0.2%
Some College, No degree
Associate Degree 4,923 5,287 364 6.6% 6.5% -0.1%
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate or Professional school degree 20,464 21,555 1091 27.4% 26.4% -1.0%

Total: 14,515 15,971 1456 19.4% 19.6% 0.1%

Career Types: Blue Collar and White Collar 5,393 6,070 677 7.2% 7.4% 0.2%

14,691 16,138 1447 19.7% 19.8% 0.1%

11,848 13,279 1431 15.9% 16.3% 0.4%

74,724 81,607 6,883 100.0% 100.0%

Percentage Blue Collar to White Collar

37.0%

63.0% Blue Collar
White Collar

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 6  10

Community Diversity Theme

The diversity of a community is shaped by the racial/ethnicity of the people who reside in it but also people's age, income and
education.

Study Area Racial and Ethnic Diversity

Current Year Racial/Ethnic Percentages

2.2%

9.3% 4.9% 4.9%

Asian (Non-Hisp)
Black/African American (Non-Hisp)
White (Non-Hisp)
Hispanic or Latino
Pac Is/Am Ind/Oth (Non-Hisp)

78.7%

NOTE: Race and ethnicity breakouts are based upon Census Bureau categories. Only those groups for which the Bureau provides
extended detail can be reported.

Race and Ethnic History and Trends Actual Population by Year 2010 to 2020 Percent of all Pop by Year 2010 to 2020
Racial/Ethnicity by Year
2020 Change
2010 2015 2010% 2015% 2020% % Change

Asian (Non-Hisp) 5,925 6,117 6,439 514 5.0% 4.9% 4.9% -0.2%
Black/African American (Non-Hisp) 
White (Non-Hisp) 5,778 6,084 6,482 704 4.9% 4.9% 4.9% 0.0%
Hispanic or Latino
Pac Is/Am Ind/Oth (Non-Hisp) 92,730 97,988 104,435 11,705 78.5% 78.7% 78.7% 0.2%

11,008 11,560 12,317 1,309 9.3% 9.3% 9.3% 0.0%

2,632 2,774 2,953 321 2.2% 2.2% 2.2% 0.0%

Total: 118,073 124,523 132,626 14,553 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 7  11

Community Diversity Theme

Mosaic Lifestyle Segmentation Types
Mosaic Lifestyle Types provides insight into the behaviors, attitudes and preferences of the households within the Study Area.
The result is a fuller multidimensional understanding of a community, neighborhood, zip code or other geography.

Top 10 Mosaic Segments

O51 Singles and Starters - Digital Dependents
O54 Singles and Starters - Striving Single Scene
O55 Singles and Starters - Family Troopers
K40 Significant Singles - Bohemian Groove
R66 Aspirational Fusion - Dare to Dream
L42 Blue Sky Boomers - Rooted Flower Power
C11 Booming with Confidence - Aging of Aquarius
O53 Singles and Starters - Colleges and Cafes
B09 Flourishing Families - Family Fun-tastic
J34 Autumn Years - Aging in Place

Mosaic Study Area State Comparative Index

O51 Singles and Starters - Digital Dependents 4,146 8.0% 110,433 4.3% 184
O54 Singles and Starters - Striving Single Scene 3,397 6.5% 30,108 1.2% 554
O55 Singles and Starters - Family Troopers 3,230 6.2% 52,152 2.0% 304
K40 Significant Singles - Bohemian Groove 3,103 6.0% 43,857 1.7% 347
R66 Aspirational Fusion - Dare to Dream 2,988 5.8% 62,822 2.5% 233
L42 Blue Sky Boomers - Rooted Flower Power 2,670 5.1% 66,770 2.6% 196
C11 Booming with Confidence - Aging of Aquarius 2,556 4.9% 75,083 2.9% 167
O53 Singles and Starters - Colleges and Cafes 2,463 4.7% 23,728 0.9% 510
B09 Flourishing Families - Family Fun-tastic 2,159 4.2% 22,286 0.9% 476
J34 Autumn Years - Aging in Place 2,120 4.1% 80,664 3.2% 129
28,832
567,903

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 8  12

Financial Resources Theme

Financial resources available is an indicator of community opportunity or distress. Three variables are presented in this
category: 1) Household Income, 2) Family Income and 3) Poverty.

Household Income

Average Household Income Trends

2020

2015 State
Study Area

2010 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000 60000 70000
0

Income Trends: Households and Families 2015 2020 2010 to 2020 Change
58,045 61,132
2010 42,565 44,600 7,173
24,223 25,542 4,010
Average Household Income 53,959 3055
47,538 49,297
Median Household Income 40,590 49,297

Per Capita Income 22,487

Median Family Income

Poverty

Percentage of Families Below Poverty Line: Poverty Level Pop Area IN
CurrentYear % Pop % Pop
Above poverty level 24,439
Below poverty level 3,821 86.5% 89.2%
13.5% 10.8%
State of IN 28,260 100.0% 100.0%

Study Area
0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10% 12% 14%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 9  13

Religiosity Theme

The Religiosity provides insight into the level of religiosity of a study area. It is based upon the strength of each of the following five
variables.

Religious Beliefs and Practices Estimated Percent of Estimated Percent of Comparative Index*
the Study Area the State of IN
Conservative Evangelical Christian 98
Consider Myself A Spiritual Person 35.2 36 103
Enjoy Watching Religious TV Programs 47.3 46 104
Important to Attend Religious Services 17.6 17 103
My Faith Is Really Important To Me 19.5 19 113
16.9 15

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 10  14

Supporting Information

Correlating the StoryView and DetailView Reports
The Detail View Report presents the important demographic detail behind the Demographic Indicators found on the
QuickView page. It is organized around six themes.

DetailView Themes StoryView Number DetailView Themes StoryView Number
1. Population, Households & 1 & 3 4. Community Diversity 5 & 9
Families 2 5. Financial Resources 6 & 7
2. Age 4 & 8 6. Religiosity 10

3. Education/Career Status

Interpreting the Report Indexes:  Some variables will have a column called
The QuickInsite report is formatted to help you interpret "Comparative Index." An index is an easy way to compare a
data at a glance.   study area with a larger area. For this report, all comparisons
Change over time:  Several trend tables have a column are with the state or states within which the study area falls.
indicating a change over time. Generally these tables The indexes can be interpreted as follows.
begin with the last census, include the current year
estimate, a five year projection and if available, a 10 year • Indexes of 100 mean the study area variable is the same as
forecast. The data in each cell represents a percentage its base area.
change up or down. • Indexes greater than 100 mean the study area variable is
above the base area. The higher the number, the greater it
Color Coding:   Both   the   "Change   over   Time"   and is above the base.
"Comparative  Indexes"  columns  are  color  coded  to  easily • Indexes less than 100 mean the study area variable is
spot any change and the direction of that change. below the base area. The lower the number, the greater it is
below the base.

Change: Increasing Stable Declining
Index: Above Ave Ave Below Ave.

Variable Definitions Support
Full variable definitions can be found in the MI If you need support with this report, please email
Demographic Reference Guide. Download it free from MissionInsite at [email protected].
the Help/Documents menu located on the map screen of
your study area on the MissionInsite website.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 11 15

CHAPTER 3
Central Presbyterian: Where Have We Been?

THE CHURCH

At Central Presbyterian Church, we gather to celebrate the abundance of God's love for us in
Jesus Christ. As a church community, we share the good news of the Gospel and strive to live
our faith with grace, humility, and compassion, each day based on our vision:

Changing Hearts to Change the World.

The congregation of First Presbyterian Church of Lafayette was chartered in 1828, three years after the 
platting of the town of Lafayette. This new congregation was the first Presbyterian congregation in 
Lafayette and held services in the old log cabin Court House which was located between Main and Ferry 
streets until 1831. The Court House, at the time, was the only public meeting place that was large 
enough for the congregation. 

The congregation experienced a “split” in 1840, reflecting the national division of the Presbyterian 
Church over “Old School” versus “New School” theology. Two separate churches were then formed. In 
1871, the First Presbyterian Church built a building on the northeast corner of 6th and Main streets. In 

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the same year, 1871, Second Presbyterian Church erected a building on the southwest corners of 6th 
and South Streets, where City Hall stands today.  In 1893, the building for Second Presbyterian Church 
became too small, so plans were made for a new building on the corner of 7th and Columbia Streets 
(current location of Central). The building was ready for worship in December of 1895. In 1914, 
differences were settled, and the two churches were once again united into a single congregation with a 
new name: Central Presbyterian Church. The structure at 7th and Columbia streets became the home for 
this reunited congregation.

In 1923, the need for a Sunday school‐type building was raised and plans were soon made to build an 
“Education” building. The Education Building sits on the corner of 7th and South streets next to the

original sanctuary building. This new building was dedicated on May 8, 1927.

The interior of Central (primarily the sanctuary) was extensively remodeled in the 1950’s to reflect 
trends and tastes of those times. The next major renovation of the sanctuary and buildings took place in 
1990. That project sought to preserve and restore the architectural integrity of the building and provide 
appropriate space for the contemporary Christ‐centered “missions and ministries" of the congregation.  
For it is to our Christ‐centered mission and ministry that Central has sought to be faithful. 

Every Presbyterian Church in the Lafayette area (four other than Central) can trace its roots back to 
Central.

Central has been at the heart of organizations such as Lafayette Urban Ministry (interdenominational 
service to the poor), troops of the Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of America, Head Start of 
Tippecanoe County, Habitat for Humanity, Back To School Jubilee, Emergency Aid, international 
ministries through the Presbyterian Church USA, and other Christian organizations over the 187 years it 
has offered both leadership and shelter for programs of caring and growth. 

People who attend our church come from diverse and varied experiences, and church backgrounds. In 
many ways we follow the trends away from “major” denominational religious upbringing to non‐
denominational experiences.  However, we do maintain a strong Presbyterian Church USA presence in 
our community and the Wabash Valley Presbytery. 

As a university town, we value and celebrate the diversity of members and friends of Central. We have 
many international visitors who find a home at Central during their time at Purdue. We are open to 
learning more about other religious traditions including those that are non‐Christian. Our Adult 
Education program ventures into worldwide issues of health care, religious diversity, and hunger. 

We have members who provide leadership to the University through teaching and administration.  
Lafayette is home to many Fortune 500 companies and we number among us leaders in those 
enterprises as well as the Lafayette‐West Lafayette area.

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Central welcomes people of all religious (and non‐religious) backgrounds and seeks to honor people 
wherever they are in their journeys with God. No matter what one’s faith history, Central Presbyterian 
welcomes and celebrates the wide diversity of God’s people. 

See http://www.centralpreschurch.org/ for current information about Central Church.

For more information on the specific activities of Central see the attached brochure, Welcome to 
Central, included as an appendix.  

THE FOUNDATION

Central Presbyterian Foundation was incorporated in 1956 as an Indiana not‐for profit organization.  Its 
exclusive mission is to the religious, charitable and educational purposes of Central Presbyterian Church.  
The Foundation is recognized as a 501(c) (3) organization by the Internal Revenue Service and 
contributions to the Foundation are tax deductible.

The Foundation is governed by a 12‐member Board of Directors consisting of three Trustee/Elders, three 
additional members of Session,  and six Foundation Sponsors.  Sponsors have contributed or pledged to 
contribute at least $1,000 over a ten year period.

When it was founded, the Foundation had assets of $31,000. By March 31, 2015, its assets had grown to 
$5,489,000.  Since its founding, the Foundation has distributed more than $2,500,000 to the Church in 
support of its missions and ministries.  In 2014, the Foundation distributed $231,499 in support of the 
Church’s operating budget, missions, library, music, extraordinary building maintenance and Christian 
Education.

INVESTMENT OF GIFTS AND BEQUESTS
The Foundation manages three portfolios:

1. Current Income Fund—for funds that will be needed in the short term—invested in Money 
Market securities

2. Traditional Fund—the donor expects the principal to be maintained and only the interest and 
dividend earnings may be spent

3. Total Return Fund—the donor agrees that some of the principal market appreciation may be 
spent in addition to interest and dividend earnings 

The Current Income Fund has only one account in it—The Transportation account.

The Traditional Fund has 14 accounts set up in accordance with donors’ wishes for such things as Church 
Property Improvement, Flowers, Library, Music and Unrestricted. 

The Total Return Fund has 37 accounts set up for such things as Christian Education, Missions, Music 
and Undesignated—again in accordance with donors’ wishes.

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A local bank trust department acts as the custodian of the Foundation’s investments, writes checks for 
expenditures, and produces quarterly financial reports.
The investment decisions are made by the Foundation Investment Committee, which includes the four 
officers plus a Sponsor Member of the Foundation and a Trustee/Session member from the Church.  The 
Treasurer of the Foundation chairs the Investment Committee.
In addition to the investment portfolio the Foundation owns property around the Church which is used  
primarily for parking.
Recently the Foundation has made a loan to the Church to finance a major landscaping project, made a 
gift of a new boiler for the Church, and funded roof repairs.

CHAPTER 4
Central Presbyterian: Who’s IN Here? 
To get a better understanding of who we are as a congregation, Central Presbyterian Church conducted 
the U.S. Congregational Lifestyle Survey at both services on September 13, 2015.  Below, in the Survey 
Questions Responses, are the congregation's responses to the specific questions in the survey.  In 
addition, Appendix 5 is comprised of two documents resulting from the survey: Building Spiritual 
Connections and Strengths.  These documents compare Central's responses to those of other churches 
in the PCUSA, and to those of all churches participating in the survey.  

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CHAPTER 5
Central Presbyterian: How Do We See Ourselves?

WEB‐BASED SURVEY

This summary provides the results of a survey conducted by the Mission Study Task
Force, using Survey Monkey.  This survey, conducted between June 17 and July 2, 2015, gathered 
quantitative data about the attitudes and priorities of the congregation.  Responses were solicited via 
emails sent to the congregation and announcements in the worship services during the survey period. In 
total, 163 responses were received, representing 34% of the active membership.  The sections below 
provide a summary of the responses obtained from these respondents.

DEMOGRAPHICS
Survey respondents were members of the congregation and non‐members who are active at
Central. Respondents were 62% female compared with a membership ratio of 58% female.
The age breakdown of respondents had proportionally fewer respondents under 40 than the
membership at large (10% versus 21%) and more respondents 65 and older (55% versus
45%). More respondents reported attending traditional worship service than Celebration (64%
versus 46%, 10% of respondents reported attending both services).

WORSHIP
Respondents were asked to rate the importance of various worship elements. The sermon
(98%) and music (94%) were rated as moderately or very important by the most respondents,
regardless of which service they attend.

Respondents who attend Celebration worship disproportionately considered the children’s
message (74%) and creative elements (65%) to be moderately or very important. When asked
about their preferred style of worship, the median Celebration attendee indicated a preference
for a mixed service, with the mean leaning slightly more contemporary. 56% of Celebration
attendees rated the Celebration service as good or excellent.

Respondents who attend traditional worship disproportionately considered traditional elements
(88%) and the worship space (83%) to be moderately or very important. When asked about
their preferred style of worship, the median traditional attendee indicated a preference for a
mostly traditional service. 87% of traditional attendees rated the traditional service as good or
excellent.

EDUCATION AND FELLOWSHIP
Respondents were asked to rate the quality of Central’s educational curriculum/offerings. 90%
of respondents rated the quality of Central’s adult education as good or excellent while 45% or
fewer felt the same of Central’s educational offerings for youth, children and young adults.

Similarly, respondents were asked about the number of fellowship opportunities Central has for
various groups. A majority of respondents felt there were sufficient fellowship opportunities for
women (88%), adults (68%), and all church gatherings (51%). On the other hand, few felt that
singles (15%), college and young adults (27%), men (32%), couples (33%) or youth (33%) had
enough fellowship opportunities.

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MISSION
Respondents were asked to rate the importance and quality of various mission areas in which
Central is, or could be, involved. 91% of respondents felt that ministry to members of the
congregation was very important versus 44% of respondents for the next highest ministry area
(support of local ministries). Nearly 90% of respondents considered ministry to local children
(91%), ministry to local families (89%), and support of local ministries (88%) to be at least
moderately important. Conversely, a minority of respondents considered ministry for mental
illness (47%) or support for international missions (44%) to be moderately or very important.

When asked how Central is doing at each of those ministries, a majority rated ministry to
members of the congregation (62%) and support of local ministries (60%) as good or excellent.
The median response for the remaining ministries was only fair, aside from ministry to veterans
which 67% of respondents rated as needs work.

FACILITIES
Finally, respondents were asked about the appropriateness of using Central’s facilities for
various activities. A majority felt it was never or rarely appropriate to use Central’s facilities for
outside groups involved in fundraising (68%), weddings of couples who do not self‐identify as
Christian (58%), or non‐members or affiliates parties or reunions (55%). On the other hand, a
majority felt it was often or always appropriate to use Central’s facilities for outside groups
involved in ministry or mission (73%), members’ parties or reunions (54%), or weddings of
Christian couples not connected to Central (52%). Outside groups involved in fellowship and
funerals of individuals not connected to Central received more equivocal support with 44% and
40%, respectively, responding that it was sometimes appropriate.

The question of whether it was appropriate to use Central’s facilities for weddings of same‐sex
couples who are members or closely connected to Central was the most polarizing question on
the survey with 64% of respondents choosing one of the extreme answers (always [48%] or
never [17%] appropriate) and only 9% selecting the neutral answer (sometimes appropriate).
Overall, 70% of respondents thought it was often or always appropriate to use Central’s
facilities for those weddings.

FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS

Ten focus groups were convened in July and August 2015 to solicit input from the congregation 
regarding key questions facing CPC as we prepare to search for a new pastor. Seven focus groups were 
held in the home of a CPC member, one was held during the high school Sunday School hour, one at 
Westminster, and one at University Place. Each focus group was facilitated by an individual with skill and 
experience in mediating small group discussion (Dave Comstock and Chip Goldsberry).  A Mission Study 
Task Force member was assigned to take notes for each focus group.  Each group consisted of 5‐12 
individuals and lasted approximately 90 minutes. To facilitate participation by as broad a sample of 
members as possible, focus groups were scheduled for different days of the week, different times of 
day/evening, and different parts of town. Demographics underrepresented in focus group sign ups (i.e. 
parents of young children) were specifically recruited.  A written copy of the focus group questions was 
sent to our young adult (college age or slightly older) members because of the difficulty in gathering 

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these members who are often living in another location or traveling during the summer months. Surveys 
were returned by eight young adults. Focus group questions were designed to extend and expand on 
information gathered through the online surveys administered earlier in the summer.  Although the 
specific questions varied slightly from one focus group to another, discussion revolved around five main 
questions:

1. What does it mean to be a big tent church and how can we grow?  
2. What does CPC need to do to become a more cohesive/united congregation?
3. What are CPCs current priorities, how should they change for the future, and how do we 

support these priorities?
4. What are the attributes of a successful new CPC pastor?
5. What are CPCs strengths and weaknesses?

Notes from all focus groups and written responses from young adults were compiled and analyzed for 
emerging themes.  A brief summary of each question follows.  More thorough information is included in 
Appendix 7.

QUESTION 1: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A BIG TENT CHURCH?
The first set of questions explore members’ understanding of the term “big tent church,” speak to the 
essence of what makes Central different, and examine ways to operationalize those differences in the 
future.

Answers to the question, “What does it mean to be a big tent church?”  fall into four main categories: 
demographics, faith, attitudes and activities. Responses that relate to demographics include variety in 
the make‐up of the congregation in terms of ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomics, 
life stage, and other demographic characteristics. Responses related to faith suggest that, while we 
share common core beliefs, a big tent church is welcoming, accepting, and enhanced by people with 
diverse theological perspectives.  Responses to this question also suggest that members view a big tent 
church as being defined by the actions or attributes of its members with regard to acceptance and 
inclusivity such that all people can feel valued and welcome despite their differences. Finally, some 
focus group participants felt that having a variety of activities that cater to different needs is an 
important attribute of a big tent church.  

While most participants viewed being a big tent positively, several challenges/drawbacks to this 
philosophy, were noted, including: communication, leadership, divisiveness, and danger to the 
congregation. 

Comments related to communication issues pointed out the difficulties in keeping all members 
informed and also challenges related to accurately and succinctly communicating our values and beliefs 
to both internal and external audiences.  Several participants also noted that being a big tent church 
poses challenges for those in a leadership position stemming from the desire to meet the needs and 
expectations of very different people. 

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Participants noted that a big tent church runs the risk of divisiveness. Comments in this category 
express concern that being big tent might dilute impacts by trying to do too much for too many and 
make us look like we don’t have any core beliefs or that “anything goes.” Further, a number of 
participants voiced the concern that multiple worship services divide the congregation. Finally, several 
participants expressed concern that opening the doors of Central to all might unintentionally bring 
danger to the Congregation, as some people might come with different experiences, values, or moral 
norms.

QUESTION 2: WHAT DOES CPC NEED TO DO TO BECOME A MORE COHESIVE/UNITED CONGREGATION?
Both the online survey and focus group participants expressed concern about real or perceived divisions 
in the congregation. Answers to the question, “what does CPC need to do to become more a 
cohesive/united congregation,” reflect a diversity of opinions, but revolve around issues related to: 
worship, fellowship, outreach, the need to give up our personal priorities in service to the greater good, 
and our physical facilities.

Opinions varied with regard to the role of multiple worship services at Central. Some participants 
viewed the two services as a negative ‐‐ dividing the congregation, sucking resources, and limiting 
Central’s ability to do anything well.  Others viewed the two services in a positive light, providing options 
for both time and style of worship. 

Many focus group participants commented that fellowship and small group activities, more than 
worship itself, are keys to creating personal relationships and a cohesive community. Thoughtfully 
designed and regular activities that appeal to a wide range of individuals were suggested. Participants 
also provided a number of suggestions for uniting the congregation that related to outreach activities – 
as a mechanism for increasing the congregation, increasing participation, and creating shared 
experiences. Suggested outreach activities include activities that make visitors feel more welcome, 
outreach to the local community, personal appeals to individuals to take an active role in the church, 
and programs that target specific groups, such as families and older members. Further, several 
participants made comments suggesting that greater cohesiveness can only be achieved if each member 
is willing to subjugate his or her priorities for the greater good.  Finally, participants identified several 
components of our physical facilities that have an impact on cohesiveness, most notably worship 
services held in two different buildings with very different environments.

QUESTION 3: WHAT DO YOU SEE AS CPC’S CURRENT PRIORITIES?  HOW WOULD YOU CHANGE THESE 
PRIORITIES IN THE FUTURE?
Participants identified a number of items that are or should be current priorities, beyond finding and 
installing a new Pastor‐ Head of Staff. They can be categorized as follows:  Mission/Vision, Education, 
Worship, Facilities/structure, and Engagement and Outreach.

Comments related to Mission/Vision focused largely on feelings that Central doesn’t have a clearly 
defined vision, has a vision that is too broad, does not adequately communicate the vision, or has a 
vision that is not shared by all.  Although many people mentioned adult education as a strength of 
Central, Youth and Children’s ministries were identified as areas that should be priorities.  Many focus 
group members commented that, while educational offerings for young children are adequate, 

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programming for older children, youth, and young adults is lacking or unappealing. Participants 
identified priorities for Worship that are both structural and conceptual.  Many comments focused on 
the need to enliven the Celebration Service to be more than a traditional service with guitars. Specific 
suggestions include: more lay driven leadership, more inspiring music and message, and creative 
elements that enhance the message.  General comments related to both services include more biblically 
based preaching, messages that feed the soul and make people feel like they have heard the Word of 
God and want to return.

Participants viewed Central’s Facilities as both an opportunity and a challenge. On one hand, 
participants felt that the two large old buildings represent a huge sink of money and time that could be 
better spent on programs, outreach, and ministry. Some participants expressed concern that Central’s 
location and facilities may not be appealing to young families. On the other hand, some participants see 
Central’s facilities as strengths, offering a beautiful historic context for worship. 

Participants identified priorities related to Engagement and Outreach with regard to better serving 
members, recruiting new members, and better serving others/engaging in mission. Comments related to 
this area suggest a desire for balance between programs that serve all members of the congregation 
(youth, elder, couples, singles,…) and programs that serve the community, coupled with ongoing review 
of program effectiveness and termination/revamping programs that are ineffective.

QUESTION 4: WHAT ATTRIBUTES OF A NEW PASTOR WOULD HELP CPC MOVE FORWARD?
Focus group participants identified a number of attributes that are desirable in a new pastor.  These can 
be divided into three main categories: Preaching, Leadership, and Personal characteristics.

With regard to preaching, focus group participants felt that an effective CPC pastor should be a skillful 
preacher who is charismatic, dynamic, and thought provoking with a strong theological background who 
is able to make sermons interesting and relevant to a wide range of audiences. Further, focus group 
participants felt that the pastor should focus sermons on core values and Biblical messages, while 
challenging members to interpret the exact meaning in their own lives. 

Leadership was another attribute identified as important for a CPC pastor. Focus group participants felt 
that a CPC pastor should be organized, collaborative, confident, and a good problem solver. Further, 
participants thought that the ideal candidate should be an effective delegator who is experienced with 
change leadership, knows how to grow a church, has a “can do” attitude, is secure in himself or herself, 
and doesn’t procrastinate.  

Finally, focus group participants identified several personal attributes that are important in a CPC 
pastor. These attributes fall into four general categories: Spirituality that combines both inner strength 
and deep faith that is outwardly manifested by Christ‐like conduct; interpersonal skills including energy, 
self‐confidence, sense of humor, good listening skills, approachability, and the ability to interact well 
with people of ages; Confidence and humility that permit effective teamwork and conflict resolution; 
and Vision that respects tradition while moving Central towards the future. 

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QUESTION 5: WHAT ARE CPC’S GREATEST STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES?
The final focus group question asked participants’ to reflect on CPCs strengths and weaknesses. Focus 
group members identified strengths that can be divided into five broad categories: personal attributes 
of the congregation, worship and education, facilities, service and mission, and history/tradition. 
Attributes of the congregation, such as: accepting, loving, friendly, faithful, and spiritually diverse were 
the most common strengths identified by focus group participants.  A number of participants identified 
attributes of worship and education as strengths, including: sermons (sometimes), music, choir, organ, 
adult education, and bible study (WoW). Several focus group members identified attributes of the 
facilities, including the downtown location and buildings, as positive. Service and mission, most notably 
involvement in local mission and Central’s history and strong sense of tradition were also noted.

Focus group members also identified weaknesses related to the congregation, worship and education, 
facilities, service and mission, and also leadership. Although many felt that the people of Central are a 
strength, a number of weaknesses related to the congregation were also identified. Specifically, several 
individuals mentioned that CPC members can be resistant to change, lack unity, and can suffer from 
burnout resulting from over reliance on the same small set of members.  In addition, it was noted that 
the congregation can sometimes seem divided into two groups (based on service attended), that there 
are too few young people and families with children, and that we sometimes make decisions without 
taking adequate time for prayer.  With regard to worship and education, participants commented that 
the worship services can be lackluster and uninspiring and that the education offerings for youth, 
college‐age, and young adults are inadequate.  While some focus group participants appreciated the 
spaciousness and beauty of Central’s buildings, the age and location were seen by others as 
weaknesses, sucking resources that could be used for programs or mission and turning off suburbanites 
uncomfortable with the downtown location. Others noted that the sound system and other 
infrastructure components are not up to par. Weaknesses related to service and mission focused on the 
need to better engage and provide connection points among all members of the congregation, better 
welcome and engage newcomers to the church, and provide additional opportunities for outreach and 
focus on issues of social justice.  Finally, several focus group members identified weaknesses related to 
CPC leadership. Issues specifically mentioned include effective communication with the congregation, 
decision making, and ability of the two pastors to work well together.

CHAPTER 6
Central Presbyterian: Where Are We Headed?

‐TO BE ADDED POST‐COM REVIEW‐

APPENDICES

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The ExecutiveInsite Report

Prepared for: Presbytery of Wabash Valley
Study area: Custom Geography

Base State: INDIANA
Current Year Estimate: 2015
2020
5 Year Projection: 8/30/2015
Date: Spring

Semi-Annual Projection:

This ExecutiveInsite Report has been prepared for Presbytery of Wabash Valley. ExecutiveInsite is intended to give an overview analysis of the defined geographic
Its purpose is to “tell the demographic story” of the defined geographic study study area. A defined study area can be a region, a zip code, a county or some
area. ExecutiveInsite integrates narrative analysis with data tables and graphs. custom defined geographic area such as a radius or a user defined polygon. The
Playing on the report name, it includes 12 “Insites” into the study area’s story. It area of study is displayed in the map below.
includes both demographic and beliefs and practices data. 

THE STUDY AREA

THE 12 I NSITES PAGE More Information

INSITE 2 Please refer to the last page of the report for additional notes and interpretation
3 aides in reading the report.
Insite #1: Population, Household Trends 4
Insite #2: Racial/Ethnic Trends 6 Not all of the demographic variables available in the MI System are found in this
Insite #3: Age Trends 7 report. The FullInsite Report will give a more comprehensive view of an area's
Insite #4: School Aged Children Trends 9 demographics.  
Insite #5: Household Income Trends 10 Also, the Impressions Report adds additional social, behavioral views and the
Insite #6: Households and Children Trends 11 Quad Report provides a detailed view of religious preferences, practices and
Insite #7: Marital Status Trends 12 beliefs.
Insite #8: Adult Educational Attainment 13
Insite #9: Employment and Occupations 14
Insite #10: Mosaic Household Types 15
Insite #11: Charitable Giving Practices
Insite #12: Religious Program Or Ministry Preferences

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 1

INSITE #1: POPULATION AND HOUSEHOLD TRENDS

Population: Households:

The estimated 2015 population within the study area is 124,524. The The households within the community are growing faster than the
2020 projection would see the area grow by 8,102 to a total population, thus the average population per household in 2010 was
population of 132,626. The population within the study area is 2.40 but by 2020 it is projected to be 2.39. Compare this to the
growing somewhat faster than the statewide growth rate. While the statewide average which for the current year is estimated at 2.59
study area is projected to grow by 6.5% in the next five      years, the persons per household.
state is projected to grow by 2.7%. The study area’s estimated
average change rate is 1.3%.

Population Per Household Family Households:

Population per Household: The relationship between population and Family households provide an additional hint about the changing
households provides a hint about how the community is changing. dynamics of a community. If family household growth follows
When population grows faster than households, it suggests an population growth, then it would be reasonable to assume that the
increase in the persons per household. This can only happen when increasing population per household comes from additional children.
more persons are added either by birth or     other process such as This is the case within the the study area. Family households are
young adults in multiple roommate households or young adults growing as fast as the population suggesting that the increasing
returning to live with parents. In some communities this can occur population per household is from additional children.
when multiple families live in the same dwelling unit.

Population/Households & Family Trends 2000 2010 2015 2020 2025
Population 99,674 118,073 124,524 132,626 141,118
  Population Change
  Percent Change 18,399 6,451 8,102 8,492
18.5% 5.5% 6.5% 6.4%
Households
  Households Change 41,450 49,206 51,965 55,413 59,048
  Percent Change 7,756 2,759 3,448 3,635
18.7% 5.6% 6.6% 6.6%
Population / Households
  Population / Households Change 2.40 2.40 2.40 2.39 2.39
  Percent Change
-0.01 0.00 0.00 0.00
Families
  Families Change -0.2% -0.1% -0.1% -0.1%
  Percent Change
23,690 26,650 28,260 30,581
Population, Household & Family Trends 2,960 1,610 2,321
12.5% 6.0% 8.2%

Average Annual Percentage Change Between Reported Years

160,000 Population 2.0%
140,000 Households 1.8%
120,000 Families* 1.6%
100,000 1.4%
2010 2015 2020 2025 1.2%
80,000 1.0%
60,000 0.8%
40,000 0.6%
20,000 0.4%
0.2%
0 0.0%
2000

2010 2015 2020 2025
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NOTE: Family Household data is not projected out 10 years.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite

INSITE #2: RACIAL-ETHNIC TRENDS The Population: Racial/Ethnic Trends table provides the actual
numbers and percentage of the total population for each of the five
The US population’s racial-ethnic diversity is continually adding new racial/ethnic categories. Pay special attention to the final column  on
and rich cultural mixes. This data considers the five groups for the right. This will quickly indicate the direction of change from the last
which trending information is available. Please note that several census to the current five year projection.
groups are aggregated into a single category due to their smaller
size. Those persons who indicated Hispanic or Latino ethnicity along
with a racial category have been separated into a Hispanic or Latino
category.

Racial-Ethnic Population Trends Racial/Ethnicity as Percentage of Pop: 2015

120,000 2%
100,000 9% 5% 5%

80,000 79%
60,000
40,000 2010 2015 2020
20,000

0

Asian (NH) Black/Af Am (NH) Asian (NH) Black/Af Am (NH)
White (NH) Hisp/Latino White (NH) Hisp/Latino
P Is/Am In/Oth (NH) P Is/Am In/Oth (NH)

The   Racial   Ethnic   Trends   graph   displays   history   and   projected This   chart   shows   the   percentage   of   each   group   for   the   current   year

change by each racial/ethnic group. estimate.

The percentage of the population… White (Non-Hisp) is projected to remain about the same over the next
five years.
Asian (Non-Hisp) is projected to remain about the same over the next
five years. Hispanic or Latino is projected to remain about the same over the next
five years.
Black/African American (Non-Hisp) is projected to remain about the
same over the next five years.

2010 2015 2020 2010% 2015 % 2020 % 2010 to 2020 %pt Change

Race and Ethnicity 5,925 6,117 6,439 5.02% 4.91% 4.86% -0.16%
Asian (NH) 5,778 6,084 6,482 4.89% 4.89% 4.89% -0.01%
Black/Afr Amer (NH) 92,730 97,988 104,435 78.54% 78.69% 78.74% 0.21%
White (NH) 11,008 11,560 12,317 9.32% 9.28% 9.29% -0.04%
Hispanic/Latino 2,632 2,774 2,953 2.23% 2.23% 2.23% 0.00%
P Is/Am In/Oth (NH) 118,073 124,523 132,626

Totals:

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 3

INSITE #3: AGE TRENDS The Age Trend Insite explores two variables: Average age and Phase of

A community’s age structure and how it is changing is an important Life.
part of its story. Overall, the American Population has been aging as Average Age Trends provides five important snapshots of a
the Baby Boomers progress through each phase  of life. This has been community from five data points; the 2000 census, the last census,
abetted by episodes of declining live births. However this picture the current year estimate, the five year projection and the ten year
may particularize differently from community to community. There forecast. These five numbers will indicate the aging direction of a
are communities in the US where the average age is lower than some community.
others. In other cases, there is a clear shift toward senior years as The Phase of Life Trends breaks the population into seven life phases
the Boomers enter their retirement years.  that the population passes through in its life time.

Average Age Trends AGE 2010 2015 2020 2025
Average Age: Study Area 34.09 34.98 35.55 36.37
Percent Change 2000 -0.9% 2.6% 1.6% 2.3%
34.38
Average Age: IN 38.35 39.24 40.02
Percent Change 36.15 37.05 3.5% 2.3% 2.0%
Comparative Index 95 2.5%
91 91 91
Median Age: Study Area 92
31 32 35
29 29

Study Area Average Age Trend Ave. Age Comparison: Study Area to State

38 41 2010 2015 2020 2025
36 39 Study area IN
37
34 35
32 33
31
30
28 2000

26 2010 2015 2020 2025
24
22

20
2000

Summary of Average Age Findings: A comparison to the average age of the state helps to contextualize
the significance of the average age of the study area and its history
The Average Age Trend chart shows both history and projection of and projection. In the graph above, the study area and state are laid
the change in average age in the study area. The average age of out side by side. The state's average age is estimated to be higher
the study area has been rising for several years. It is projected to than the study area.
rise over the next five years.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 4

INSITE #3: AGE TRENDS (continued)

PHASE OF LIFE

The Phase of Life analysis provides insight into the age distribution Pay special attention to the color codes of the Change column (far right
of a population across the different stages of life experience. It can below). It will immediately indicate which phases are increasing or
reveal a community in transition.  decreasing as a percentage of the population.

Phase of Life 2010 2015 2020 2025 2010% 2015% 2020% 2025% Estimated 10 Year %pt
Change 2015 - 2025
8,509 6.8% 7.2%
Before Formal Schooling 8,532 20,090 9,555 9,452 7.2% 16.1% 16.9% 6.7% -0.1%
Ages 0 to 4 21,200 17.0% 14.4% 17.3% 1.2%
19,485 15.6% 14.6% 14.9% -2.1%
Required Formal Schooling 28,644 23.0% 24.6% 10.1% -5.6%
12,640 10.2% 27.7% 4.7%
Ages 5 to 17 17,734 13,957 22,368 24,455 15.0% 11.2% 9.9% -0.7%
12.4% 9.4% 2.7%
College/Career Starts 22,243 19,097 21,026 18.8% 13.9%
Ages 18 to 24

Singles & Young Families

Ages 25 to 34 19,257 19,423 14,222 16.3%

Families & Empty Nesters

Ages 35 to 54 26,864 32,574 39,088 22.8%

Enrichment Years Sing/Couples

Ages 55 to 64 11,121 13,108 13,286 9.4%

Retirement Opportunities

Age 65 and over 12,322 16,501 19,589 10.4%

Phase of Life Changes

6.0% 4.7%

4.0% 2.7%

2.0% 1.2%
0.0%
-2.0% -0.1% -0.7%

-2.1%

-4.0% -5.6%
-6.0%

0 to 4
5 to 17
18 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 54
55 to 64
65 & over

Summary of Phase of Life Findings: In this study area children 17 years of age and younger are increasing
as a percentage of the total population. Considering the other end of
Phase of Life changes reflect the age profile of a community. On the phases of life, adults 55 years of age and older are increasing as a
average, it takes 2.1 children per woman to replace both mother and percentage of the total population.
father. If the percentage of the population under 20 is declining as a
percentage of the total it is likely that the community will see an In summary it may be that the community is experiencing some growth
increase in the more senior aged population possibly due to a of children of school age.
decline in birth rates.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 5

INSITE #4: SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN TRENDS

Children are the future! Understanding their specific population The School Aged Children variable provides a snapshot of three levels
dynamics is critical for all planners of social and/or educational of the population that comprise school age children. The     three levels
services. The “School Aged Children” variable is a subset of the roughly correspond to the following.
“Required Formal Schooling” segment in the Phase of Life profile. It
allows one to zoom in more closely on the children who are of ·          Elementary grades
formal schooling age. ·          Intermediate/Middle School grades
·          High School Grades
The school aged population includes all school aged children
including those enrolled in public and private schools, those    home
schooled and children in institutions.

School Aged Children 2010 2015 2020 2010% 2015% 2020% Estimated 5 Year %pt
Change 2015 - 2020
Early Elementary 8,765
Ages 5 to 9 7,266 8,737 8,838 41.0% 43.5% 39.2% -4.3%
Late Elementary-Middle School 6,412 7,329 4,765 36.2% 36.5% 39.5% 3.0%
Ages 10 to 14 4,056 4,023 22.9% 20.0% 21.3% 1.3%
High School
Ages 15 to 17

School Aged Children Trends: By Levels Comparative Index: Study Area to State by Level

45% 150
40%
35% 100
30%
25% 50
20%
15% 0
10%
-50
5%
0% Late High School -100 Late High School
Elem/Mid Early Elem Elem/Mid
Early Elem

2015% 2020% 2015 to 2020 Change

Summary of School Aged Children Findings: High School aged children 15 to 17 are increasing as a percentage of
children between 5 and 17 by 1.3%.
Early Elementary children ages 5 to 9 are projected to decline as a
percentage of children between 5 and 17 by -4.3%. Overall, children are aging through but not being replaced at the
younger levels.
Late Elementary to Middle School aged children ages 10 to 14 are
increasing as a percentage of children between 5 and 17 by 3.0%.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 6

INSITE #5: HOUSEHOLD AND FAMILY INCOME TRENDS

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME AND PER CAPITA INCOME

Average Household Income and Per Capita Income indicate the level Per Capita Income is a measure of the average income of all persons
of financial resources within a community. Average Household within a household. For family households, this would include all
income reflects the average income for each household, whether children. It does not mean that each person actually contributes to the
family or non-family. average income from work. It is calculated by dividing the aggregate
household income by the population.

In this study area, the estimated current year average household The estimated per capita income for the current year is $24,223. The
income is $58,045. The average household income is projected  to Per Capita Income is projected to grow by 5.4% to $25,542.
grow by 5.3%  to $61,132.

62000 Average Household Income Trend 2020 26500 Per Capita Income Trend 2020
60000 25500
58000 2015 24500 2015
56000 23500
54000 22500
52000 21500
50000 20500

2010 2010

Income Trends 2010 2015 2020 2010% 2015% 2020% Estimated 5 Year %pt
Change 2015 - 2020
Households
Less than $10,000 5,666 5,614 5,603 11.5% 10.8% 10.1% -0.7%
$10,000 to $14,999 3,116 3,320 3,334 6.3% 6.4% 6.0%
$15,000 to $24,999 7,604 6,925 7,199 -0.4%
$25,000 to $34,999 5,616 6,204 6,046 15.5% 13.3% 13.0% -0.3%
$35,000 to $49,999 6,979 7,771 8,630 11.4% 11.9% 10.9% -1.0%
$50,000 to $74,999 8,261 9,239 9,634 14.2% 15.0% 15.6% 0.6%
$75,000 to $99,999 5,422 5,496 6,138 16.8% 17.8% 17.4% -0.4%
$100,000 to $149,999 4,189 4,853 5,721 11.0% 10.6% 11.1% 0.5%
$150,000 to $199,999 1,461 1,712 1,616 10.3% 1.0%
$200,000 or more 1,491 8.5% 9.3% -0.4%
Totals 893 831 55,412 3.0% 3.3% 2.9% 1.1%
49,207 51,965 1.8% 1.6% 2.7%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 7

INSITE #5: HOUSEHOLD AND FAMILY INCOME TRENDS (continued)

FAMILY INCOME

Family income is a sub-set of household income. It excludes non- The number of families with annual incomes above $100,000 is
family households. Family households include two or more persons projected to grow over the next five years. For the current year, it is
who are related and living in the same dwelling unit. Children are estimated that 16.8% of all family incomes exceed $100,000 per year.
more likely to live in family households. Non-family households are In five years that number is projected to be 18.6%.
households in which two or more persons live in the same dwelling
unit but are unrelated.

Income Trends 2015 2020 2015% 2020% Estimated 5 Year %pt
Change 2015 - 2020
Families
Less than $10,000 2,360 2,436 8.4% 8.0% -0.39%
$10,000 to $14,999 1,430 1,436 5.1% 4.7% -0.36%
$15,000 to $24,999 3,303 3,477 11.7% 11.4% -0.32%
$25,000 to $34,999 3,641 3,555 12.9% 11.6% -1.26%
$35,000 to $49,999 4,063 4,602 14.4% 15.0% 0.67%
$50,000 to $74,999 5,394 5,654 19.1% 18.5% -0.60%
$75,000 to $99,999 3,335 3,727 11.8% 12.2% 0.39%
$100,000 to $149,999 3,091 3,668 10.9% 12.0% 1.06%
$150,000-$199,999 1,186 1,032 4.2% 3.4% -0.82%
$200,000 or more 1.6% 3.3% 1.63%
Totals 458 994
28,261 30,581

MEDIAN INCOME BY RACE AND ETHNICITY

Median income by race and ethnicity is a subset of household
income. Median income is that point where there are as many
households with incomes greater than the median as there are
households with incomes less than the median. 

Median Income by Race and Ethnicity 2015

Asian Household Income 32,634
Black/ African American Household Income 21,670
Hispanic/Latino Household Income 36,782
White/Anglo Household Income 44,476
P Is, Am Indian Other Household Income 37,645

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 8

INSITE #6: HOUSEHOLDS AND CHILDREN TRENDS

Diversity of child rearing environments is increasing along with   the The concern of this analysis is family households with children under
many other types of growing diversity in the US. To understand this, 18. Of the types of family households with children there are…
we begin with the types of households that exist in a community.
There are…

• family households with children under 18  • Married couple families
• family households without children under 18  • Single parent families (father or mother)

These two are reported for the study area in the table below.

Households 2010 2015 2020 2010% 2015% 2020% Estimated 5 Year %pt
Change 2015 - 2020
Households with Children under 18
Married Couple 8,537 8,827 9,566 62.5% 66.5% 66.6% 0.1%
Single Parent 5,115 4,447 4,796 37.5% 33.5% 33.4% -0.1%

Households with Children: Projected Change

Of the households with children under 18, married couple 0.1% -0.1%
households are increasing as a percentage while single parent
households are decreasing. The graph to the right illustrates this. 0% Single Parent
Bars above the 0% point indicate a family type that is increasing 0% Families
while bars below 0% is decreasing. This provides "insite" into how 0%
family households and structures with children are changing in the 0%
study area. -0%
-0%
A comparison to the state reveals to what extent this community is -0%
similar or dissimilar to the state as a whole. The study area's
married couple households with children are similar to the state's Married Couple
profile. The percentage of single parent households with children is Families
about the same as the state.

Households with Children Under 18 Percentage of Households with Children by
Compared to State Type

70% 33.5%
60%
50% 66.5%
40%
30% Family:
20% Single Parent
10%

0%
Family:

Married-couple

2015% IN 2015% of Total Married Couple Single Parent

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 9

INSITE #7: MARITAL STATUS TRENDS

MARITAL STATUS BY TYPE

Population by Marital Status considers the number and Marital types reported include..
percentage of persons 15 years of age and greater by their • Never Married (Singles)
current marital status. Both trend information as well as a • Currently Married
comparison to the study area’s state marital status types • Divorced
provides two different views of this social reality. • Separated
• Widowed

2010 2015 2020 2010% 2015% 2020% 2010 to 2020 %pt Change

Population by Marital Status: Age 15+ 36,370 39,934 41,825 37.5% 39.4% 39.0% 1.6%
44,672 44,392 47,253 46.0% 43.8% 44.1% -1.9%
Never   Married 10,393 11,084 11,772 10.7% 10.9% 11.0% 0.3%
Married -0.2%
Divorced 1,051 914 912 1.1% 0.9% 0.9% 0.3%
Separated 4,627 4,979 5,459 4.8% 4.9% 5.1%
Widowed

In this community, the current year estimate of marital status Marital Status: Comparison to the State
reveals a community of adults less likely to be married than the
state average for adults. The percentage single, never married in 150
the study area is higher than the state average for adults 15 years 100
and older. Divorce is less prevalent than the state wide average.

The graph to the right illustrates the marital status comparison of 50
the study area to the state . Bars above the 0% point line indicate
a marital status type that is more prevalent than the state average 0
while bars below the 0% are below the state average. The length
of the bars represent the strength of the difference. They are not -50
percentages.

-100 Never
Married
Married Divorced Separated Widowed

MARITAL STATUS BY FEMALE AND M ALE

Who is more likely to be unmarried, women or men in this Women 15 years and older are less likely to be single, never
community? Consider these findings about this study area: married than men.

Women 15 years and older are more likely to be divorced than men. Women 15 years and older are more likely to be widowed than
men.

Single Female and Male Comparison by Type (CY)

80% Female
Male
60%
Never Married Widowed
40%

20%

0%
Divorced

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 10

INSITE #8: ADULT EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT

The level of educational attainment of a community’s adult First, it looks to see if the level of educational attainment for adults
population is an important indicator of its opportunities and is rising or not. Second, it compares the level of attainment to that
challenges. This analysis will look at the Adult Educational of the state of INDIANA. (If this is a state report, the comparison will
Attainment from three perspectives be to itself.) Finally, the table provides the percentages from 2010.

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL A TTAINMENT C HANGE

Projected Change in Adult Educational The educational attainment level of adults has been rising over the
past few years. It is projected to rise over the next five years by
Attainment 0.8% 0.8%.

0.008

0.006

0.004 0.1%
0.002

0 Assoc Degree
HS or Less or Greater

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL C OMPARED TO THE STATE
Comparison of Study Area to State

0.4 2015%
0.35 IN 2015%

0.3 Some HS HS Dipl Some Associate Bachelor's Grad/Profess
0.25 or GED College Degree
Degree Deg
0.2
0.15

0.1
0.05

0
Less than
9th Grade

2010 2015 2020 IN 2015% 2015 Study Area-State Comp The overall educational
Index attainment of the adults
in this community is
Population by Educational Attainment: 25+ greater than the state.

Less than   9th Grade  3.2% 3.9% 4.1% 4.2% 93
6.6% 6.5% 8.6% 77
Some HS 7.1% 27.4% 26.4% 35.1% 78
19.4% 19.6% 20.9% 93
HS Dipl   or GED 28.3% 7.2% 7.4% 7.9% 92
19.7% 19.8% 15.0% 132
Some   College 18.7% 15.9% 16.3% 8.4% 188

Associate   Degree  6.2%

Bachelor's   Degree  19.4%

Grad/Profess   Deg 17.0%

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 11

INSITE #9: POPULATION BY EMPLOYMENT

Like educational attainment, an analysis of a community by its First is a report of the employed population 16 and over by the
employment types and categories provides an important “insite” traditional “blue collar” and “white collar” occupations and compares
into its socio-economics. This analysis looks at two factors. these to the state. Second, it looks at the community by the seven
standard census bureau occupations and compares them to the
state.

EMPLOYED POPULATION : B LUE COLLAR OR W HITE COLLAR

Comparison of Blue and White Collar On the chart to the left, the study area is compared to the state of
Employment INDIANA. This study area is close to the state average for White
Collar workers. It is well below the state average for Blue Collar
workers.

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0% White Collar
Blue Collar

2015% IN 2015%

EMPLOYED C IVILIAN POPULATION BY O CCUPATION

Employed Civilian Pop 16+ by Occupation 2015 IN 2015 Comp. Index Interpretation
Bldg Maintenance & Cleaning
Construction 3.8% 3.8% 99 At about the state average.
Farming, Fishing, & Forestry 5.6% 8.4% 67 Well below the state average.
Food Preparation Serving 0.4% 0.5% 80 Well below the state average.
Healthcare Support 7.3% 5.9% 124 Well above the state average.
Managerial Executive 2.4% 2.5% 96 At about the state average.
Office Admin 11.1% 12.6% 88 Well below the state average.
Personal Care 10.6% 13.5% 78 Well below the state average.
Production Transportation 3.2% 3.1% 106 At about the state average.
Prof Specialty 14.9% 18.0% 83 Well below the state average.
Protective 28.5% 19.6% 146 Well above the state average.
Sales 1.7% 1.9% 92 At about the state average.
10.5% 10.4% 100 At about the state average.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 12

INSITE #10: MOSAIC Segments This database is developed by Experian. Some find the information
helpful because it presents a multi-dimensional view of a
Mosaic is a geo-demographic segmentation system developed by community.
and for marketers. Instead of looking at individual demographic In the report below, the top 15 Mosaic Segments of the study area
variables, a segmentation system clusters households into are provided. (If less than 15, rows will be blank.)
groups with multiple common characteristics. Demographic
variables that generally cluster together would include income, NOTE: For a full description please see the DI Demographic Segment
educational levels, presence of children and occupations among Guide (Mosaic) under the Help menu on the Documents gallery.
others.

2015 2015% State % Comp Index Relative to the IN State Ave.

Mosaic Segments 4,146 7.98% 4.33% 184 Well above the state average
O51 Singles and Starters - Digital Dependents 3,397 6.54% 1.18% 554 Well above the state average
O54 Singles and Starters - Striving Single 3,230 6.22% 2.04% 304 Well above the state average
Scene 3,103 5.97% 1.72% 347 Well above the state average
O55 Singles and Starters - Family Troopers 2,988 5.75% 2.46% 233 Well above the state average
2,670 5.14% 2.62% 196 Well above the state average
K40 Significant Singles - Bohemian Groove 2,556 4.92% 2.94% 167 Well above the state average
2,463 4.74% 0.93% 510 Well above the state average
R66 Aspirational Fusion - Dare to Dream 2,159 4.15% 0.87% 476 Well above the state average
2,120 4.08% 3.16% 129 Well above the state average
L42 Blue Sky Boomers - Rooted Flower Power 2,038 3.92% 4.26% 92 Somewhat below the state average
C11 Booming with Confidence - Aging of 1,986 3.82% 1.68% 227 Well above the state average
Aquarius 1,555 2.99% 5.79% 52 Well below the state average
O53 Singles and Starters - Colleges and Cafes 1,520 2.93% 2.38% 123 Somewhat above the state average
1,494 2.88% 1.68% 171 Well above the state average
B09 Flourishing Families - Family Fun-tastic

J34 Autumn Years - Aging in Place
M45 Families in Motion - Diapers and Debit
Cards
F23 Promising Families - Families Matter
Most
Q64 Golden Year Guardians - Town Elders

J36 Autumn Years - Settled and Sensible

F22 Promising Families - Fast Track Couples

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 13

INSITE #11: CHARITABLE GIVING PRACTICES

Charitable giving practices data provide three perspectives about Interpreting the Table

giving in the study area. First, they indicate how extensive giving

is within a study area by showing the percentage of households As the table is studied look at two factors; the number of people or

that are likely to contribute $200 or more dollars per year to households and the index. The first will provide a sense of the

charitable causes. number strength in the study area. The second shows how giving to

one of the 10 charitable targets compares to the state. Any “index”

Second, they project the direction of giving. Giving data is over 100 means the study area gives more to a charitable target
provided across 10 sectors of charity giving. Each community than is true for the state as a whole.

has its own distinctive pattern.

Finally, they show how the study area gives across the 10 To make the interpretation of this easier, the following table is
sectors in comparison to the state of INDIANA. An area may sorted by Index. However, be sure to look at the “% of Households”
contribute modestly to a charitable sector in terms of actual column. A particular charitable sector may have a low index but
projected households but it may be well above the state-wide still a larger percentage than some other of the 10 sectors
average for such giving. represented here.

Hholds % of HH Index Interpretation

Charitable Contributions Last Yr: $200 Or More 2,497 4.8% 137 Well above the state ave.
Health-$200 Or More 183 0.4% 135 Well above the state ave.
Public Radio-$200 Or More 292 0.6% 120 Somewhat above the state ave.
Political Organization-$200 Or More 3.8% 111 Somewhat above the state ave.
Education-$200 Or More 1,956 20.8% 92 Somewhat below the state ave.
Religious-$200 Or More 10,778 4.9% 92 Somewhat below the state ave.
Social Services/Welfare-$200 Or More 0.3% 86 Somewhat below the state ave.
Public Television-$200 Or More 2,559 4.1% 85 Somewhat below the state ave.
Other-$200 Or More 162 2.6% 77 Somewhat below the state ave.
Private Foundation-$200 Or More 0.4% 72 Somewhat below the state ave.
Environmental-$200 Or More 2,133
1,363

207

Summary of Charitable Contribution Findings: More specific findings include:
Overall, it is estimated that households in this study area are The number of charitable sectors where giving is well above the
about the same as the state average in their contributions to state average: 2.
charities.
The number of charitable sectors where giving is somewhat below
the state average: 6.

The number of charitable sectors where giving is well below the
state average: 0.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 14

INSITE #12: RELIGIOUS PROGRAM OR MINISTRY PREFERENCES

This information is from the recent survey conducted by MissionInsite of US Religious Preferences, Practices and Beliefs called the Quadrennium Project.
While general religious data is available through various organizations, only MissionInsite can provide local geography projections that are current. The
complete survey results are available in the Predesigned Quad Report. The Quadrennium White Paper is available on the web site.  

Study Area US Average Comparative Index

Modestly Very Modestly Very Modestly Very
Important Important Important Important Important Important

Personal Growth 33.1% 9.0% 32.6% 9.0% 101 100

Addiction support groups 26.6% 10.1% 26.9% 10.0% 99 102

Health/weight loss programs 35.5% 8.8% 33.9% 9.1% 105 97

Practical training seminars 37.2% 8.0% 37.1% 8.0% 100 100

Family Support and Intervention Services 35.9% 14.4% 35.0% 14.8% 103 98

Daycare/After-School Programs 25.8% 10.1% 24.3% 10.6% 106 95

Crisis support groups 41.2% 13.9% 41.7% 14.3% 99 97

Family oriented activities 39.8% 23.3% 39.5% 24.0% 101 97

Marriage enrichment 36.2% 13.5% 35.3% 13.7% 103 98

Parenting development 31.5% 11.6% 29.6% 11.7% 107 99

Personal/family counseling 40.9% 14.3% 39.6% 14.2% 103 101

Community Involvement and Advocacy Programs 47.4% 16.2% 47.7% 16.1% 99 100

Adult social activities 51.8% 16.9% 51.8% 17.0% 100 100

Involvement in social causes 47.9% 15.6% 48.6% 15.5% 99 101

Social justice advocacy work 39.2% 11.8% 39.3% 11.6% 100 101

Opportunities for volunteering in the community 50.5% 20.5% 51.1% 20.4% 99 100

Community Activities or Cultural Programs 41.5% 15.8% 42.3% 16.6% 98 95

Cultural programs (music, drama, art) 43.2% 12.6% 45.2% 12.8% 95 99

Holiday programs/activities 48.0% 18.0% 49.0% 18.0% 98 100

Seniors/retiree activities 39.8% 14.9% 41.8% 16.7% 95 90

Youth social activities 35.1% 17.6% 33.0% 18.8% 106 94

Religious/Spiritual Programs 35.3% 18.1% 34.2% 19.0% 103 96
28.5% 8.0% 28.2% 8.0% 101 100
Alternative spiritual practices (meditation, yoga, 34.3% 32.5% 106 89
etc.) 19.2% 21.6%

Bible or Scripture study/prayer groups

Christian education for children 30.4% 21.8% 27.8% 22.0% 110 99

Contemporary worship services 41.2% 17.5% 40.2% 17.0% 102 103

Spiritual discussion groups 40.5% 13.7% 40.1% 15.0% 101 91

Traditional worship services 37.0% 28.6% 36.8% 30.3% 101 94
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Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite

Supporting Information

Interpreting the Report Indexes:   Some   variables   will   have   a   column   called
The   ExecutiveInsite   report   is   designed   for   easy "Comparative   Index."   An   index   is   an   easy   way   to
reading.   But   there   are   several   tools   provided   in   the compare  a study  area  with  a larger  area.  For  this  report,
tables that make this easier. all comparisons  are  with  the  state  or states  within  which
the   study   area   falls.   The   indexes   can   be   interpreted   as
Change over time: Several  trend  tables have  a column follows.
indicating   a   change   over   time.   Generally   these   tables
begin   with   the   last   census,   include   the   current   year •   Indexes   of   100   mean   the   study   area   variable   is   the
estimate,   a   five   year   projection   and   if   available,   a   10 same as its base area.
year   forecast.   The   data   in   each   cell   represents   a • Indexes  greater  than  100  mean  the study  area  variable
percentage change up or down. is   above   the   base   area.   The   higher   the   number,   the
greater it is above the base.
Color Coding:   Both   the   "Change   over   Time"   and •  Indexes  less  than  100  mean  the  study  area  variable  is
"Comparative   Indexes"   columns   are   color   coded   to below  the  base  area.  The  lower  the  number,  the  greater
easily   spot   any   change   and   the   direction   of   that it is below the base.
change.
Support
Change: Increasing Stable Declining If   you   need   support   with   this   report,   please   email
Index:  Above Ave Ave Below Ave. MissionInsite at [email protected].

Variable Definitions
Full   variable   definitions   can   be   found   in   the   MI
Demographic   Reference   Guide.   Download   it   free   fro
m   the   Help/Documents   menu   located   on   the   map
screen   of   your   study   area   on   the   MissionInsite
website.

Sources: US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian, DecisionInsite/MissionInsite Page 16

HOW TO BE INVOLVED:  HOW TO BE INVOLVED:         HOW TO BE INVOLVED:

    USE YOUR TALENTS!  FIND YOUR NICHE! EDUCATION MINISTRIES: create and  DEACONS’ MINISTRIES: as an elected 

     support events, classes, and programs  board of the church, oversee activities that 
designed to enhance the acquisition of biblical  support the welfare of members of the 
FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES: create and  knowledge and understanding for life  congregation who have ongoing or temporary 
participation, in accordance with the  needs for assistance and encouragement.
support groups and events that further a spirit  educational goals and benchmarks of the 
of hospitality and community among  church.  Jesus used teaching as a primary tool  Children & Family Ministries
members, visitors, and seekers at Central  to reveal both the nature of God and how  Health Ministry
Presbyterian Church  ‐‐ help people feel “at  people should love their neighbors. Hospital Visitation
home” at Central. In‐Home Communion
Adult Discipleship Memorial Funeral Receptions
All‐Church Campout Children’s Ministry New Member Shepherding
College/Young Professionals Church Library Senior Transportation
Progressive Dinners Historical Preservation Group Shut‐in Visitation
Receptions Safe Child Oversight/Response Special Needs Hospitality
Women’s Ministries Youth Ministry
STEPHEN MINISTRY: consists of trained 
MISSION MINISTRIES: offer a variety of  WORSHIP MINISTRIES: recruit and train 
lay members who are available to come 
opportunities for members and friends of the  ministry teams that support the weekly and  alongside members of the congregation, in a 
congregation to demonstrate God’s love,  seasonal worship services at Central  spirit of confidentiality and encouragement, as 
reaching out with care and compassion. In  Presbyterian Church.  As a dominant goal and  they go through difficult times in their lives.
response to scriptural commands to care for  priority of the congregation, presenting 
the least, Mission Ministries guide teams that: meaningful and faithful worship services  MEMBER ENGAGEMENT 
(a) provide food and clothing, shelter, and  requires participation and the gifts and talents  MINISTRIES: support activities, programs, 
financial assistance in the Lafayette area; of the entire congregation.
(b) direct monies to state, national, and  and services that communicate the mission 
international mission programs; Adult Choir & Special Music and ministry of Central Presbyterian Church to 
(c) educate the congregation about  Adult Hand Bells the wider world, and encourage members and 
opportunities to influence policy and culture to  Celebration Band & Singers visitors to embrace and experience a sense of 
embrace social justice more deeply. Celebration Technology Christian community and purpose.
Flowers
Back‐to‐School Jubilee Liturgists (both services) Campus Presence of PC (USA)
Christmas Jubilee Memorial & Special Gifts  Celebration Breakfast
Church Women United Food Pantry Sanctuary Preparation Church Promotion
Community Thanksgiving Dinner Sound Booth Member Support
Family Promise  Ushers Visitor Welcome
Habitat for Humanity Wedding Assistants
Mobile Food Pantry   SERVE THE LORD!  BUILD YOUR FAITH!   SUNDAYS AT CENTRAL
Sunday Noon Meal (LUM)
World Mission Support 
    MAKE NEW FRIENDS!   BUILD COMMUNITY!

8:00a     Community Breakfast PASTOR DAVE COMSTOCK,           WELCOME
INTERIM SENIOR PASTOR
          (SFH, Education Building)           TO
Church phone: 765‐742‐8481 ext. 122
9:00a     Celebration Service Church e‐mail: [email protected]    CENTRAL

          (Contemporary Worship) Pastor Dave Comstock has been leading our             PRESBYTERIAN  CHURCH
          (LFH, Education Building) congregation since August 1, 2014.  Dave grew 
up in northern Ohio and attended the college of                   Presbyterian Church (USA)
10:00a   Christian Education Wooster, in Wooster OH, and then Union 
Theological Seminary, in New York City, where  At Central Presbyterian Church, we gather to 
          (Children, Youth, Adult) he met his wife of 30 years, Carol Hornbeck.   celebrate the abundance of God’s love for us in 
          (Education Building) Carol is a Licensed Marriage and Family  Jesus Christ.  As a church community, we share 
Therapist at Second Presbyterian Church in  the good news of the Gospel and strive to live 
10:30a   Coffee & Conversation Indianapolis IN.  Pastor Dave began doing  our faith with grace, humility, and compassion, 
Interim Pastoral ministry about ten years ago, in  each day based on our vision:
          (Parlor, Sanctuary Building) deference to Carol’s career as a therapist.  He         Changing Hearts to Change the World.
has since discovered that Interim Pastoral 
11:00a   Traditional Worship ministry is his true calling, shepherding             Contacting Us:
congregations through the transition from one  Address: 31 N. 7th Street, 
          (Sanctuary) called pastor to another.
   Lafayette, IN 47901‐1423
  THINGS TO KNOW REV. DR. JEFF COVER, Church Office: open Mon. – Fri., 9a – 4p
ASSOCIATE PASTOR Phone: 765‐742‐8481
Childcare: available in the Education Building  Website: www.centralpreschurch.org
Church phone: 765‐742‐8481 ext. 120 Facebook: Facebook.com/centralpreschurch
during 9a Celebration Service and 10a Christian  Church e‐mail: [email protected]        & Facebook.com/cpcyouthgroup
Education on Sundays.
Pastor Jeff Cover received a B.A. in Religion 
Van Pick‐up: available to and from  from Trinity University, a Masters in Divinity 
from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, and a 
Westminster Village and University Place, and  Doctor of Ministry from McCormick Theological 
for individuals as resources permit. Seminary.  He had pastorates in Liberty IN, 
Dallas TX, and Palestine TX, before coming to 
Parking: available in church lots on north side  Central in 2003. Here he works primarily in the 
areas of Christian education, worship, and 
of Columbia (opposite sanctuary building) and  pastoral care.  He and his wife Debbie have 
east of 8th Street between Columbia and South  been married since 1976.  Debbie is a counselor 
Streets. in private practice and has served Central as a 
Sunday School teacher, retreat leader, and new‐
              “COME & CONSIDER” member class leader.

       (Exploring Membership)

Classes held quarterly (usually January, April, 
July, and October), designed to give you an 
individualized introduction to Central 
Presbyterian Church (and the PC (USA)), and to 
answer any questions you may have.