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INDIANAPOLIS — The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis will host its 57th Annual Good Friday Breakfast on Friday, April 3, at the Crane Bay Event Center, continuing a decades-long tradition of bringing the community together for prayer, reflection and encouragement.
The free event will begin with community prayer at 6:30 a.m., followed by the official program at 7:15 a.m. Attendance is expected to reach approximately 425 guests, with registration required due to limited seating at the new venue.
For more than 50 years, the YMCA has offered the Good Friday Breakfast as a moment for the community to pause and reflect on the meaning of the day. This year’s theme, “Forgiveness,” will guide the program and message.
“Each year, this event creates space for our community to come together in faith and unity,” said Gregg Hiland, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis. “We are honored to continue offering this meaningful experience at no cost, ensuring it remains accessible to all.”
The program will include a welcome from Hiland, remarks from Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, a YMCA church spotlight and a keynote address from Whitney Jones, founder of the Raymond K. Jones Foundation. Jones is a nationally recognized advocate for forgiveness and healing, inspired by her personal journey following the loss of her father to gun violence. Through her work, she supports families impacted by violence and shares a message of hope, resilience and transformation.
“Whitney’s story is a powerful testament to the impact of forgiveness,” Hiland said. “Her message aligns deeply with the purpose of this gathering and the mission of the YMCA.”
Guests will enjoy a light breakfast and coffee, along with music and opportunities to support the YMCA’s Christian mission.
The YMCA aims to raise $21,000 in sponsorships to cover event expenses and continue offering the breakfast free to the community.