Robert Heimach

Robert (Bob) Heimach is very pleased to serve on the Board of From Strangers to Neighbors. Recently retired after serving 18 years as Senior Pastor and Head of Staff of Irvington Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, Bob feels called as a person of faith and a citizen of the United States to welcome and assist refugees. With a degree in finance from the University of Notre Dame and his extensive church experience, Bob helps refugees navigate the U.S. banking system that is often new and confusing for them.

Bob enjoys traveling domestically and internationally with his wife, Jenni, especially when he can read every historical marker that crosses his path. He exercises regularly so that he can play on the floor with his two grandchildren, and he sees his two children and son-in-law whenever possible. He preaches on occasion when other pastors need a Sunday off, and he takes advantage of the freedom in the pulpit to urge others to put their faith into just and righteous action.