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How can you help the KIDS@PUMC Weekday Programs?
Our weekday programs are busy with exploration and play. People often ask me what they can do to help our weekday programs. There are a few items you might be throwing away or have that we can use. I invite you to look into the classrooms and see what is happening during the week. It…
Last Saturday Lunch: March 25, 2023
Join us on the last Saturday of the month for a free lunch. Pass the word and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! Door 14 will be open, and we will serve from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry used by thousands of congregations to increase care and outreach to hurting people. Through Stephen Ministry, congregations can equip and empower a team of laypeople—Stephen Ministers—who provide one-to-one, Christ-centered care to people experiencing grief, unemployment, hospitalization, divorce, financial stress, a terminal illness, or other life difficulties. Visit http://www.stephenministries.org…
Transforming for Tomorrow
After five years of planning and 4 years of projects, it is finally time to refresh our kitchen and finish our last projects!The next and final phase of projects for T4T, our Victory Lap, will include 3 projects: All cost estimates include a 20% contingency, where necessary, a 10% tithe to major maintenance, and potential…
Men’s Breakfast: March 18, 2023
Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. for food and fellowship. We meet in Clayton Hall/Worship Annex. Bring an empty stomach, a friend, and your Bible! Be ready to be nourished through delicious food and the word of God! Hope to…
Eggstravaganza 2023
Eggstravaganza is back for 2023! Children 0-12 are invited to this free hunt for Easter eggs! The event will be held outside. Children will be separated into age groups, so everyone will leave with prizes and treats. Eggstravaganza is a free community Easter Egg Hunt event on April 8 at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome,…
Easter Eggstravaganza Needs your help!
Eggstravaganza is back for 2023, and your help is needed! When we last hosted Eggstravaganza in 2022, we welcomed more than 250 children and their families. As you can imagine, with this many expected guests, many volunteers are needed. Volunteers are needed to help set up, welcome and register our guests, run craft stations, stuff…
Welcome to PUMC Rev. Abby Lietz!
Tamara Miller, Chair of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee, made this announcement in worship Sunday, March 5, 2023: “The Staff Parish Relations Committee is pleased to announce that Bishop Trimble has made an appointment for the PUMC Associate Pastor and NewDay Praise Leader. We want to extend a warm welcome to Abby Lietz! Abby will graduate…
Second Saturday Lunch: March 11, 2023
We invite you to come in and pick up a carry-out meal between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Please enter through door 14 and go to the kitchen, and someone will be there to get your meal. If you know of someone who might need a meal, visit…
Stations of the Cross Artwork
Please notice the beautiful artwork here in the sanctuary created by Christie Wright depicting eight stations of the cross. Take a meditative walk beginning in the front of the sanctuary on the organ side and continuing to the other side ending near the piano.
Return to Open Elements Communion
At Plainfield United Methodist Church, we celebrate an open table; all ages, including children with parents’ good guidance, and all faith backgrounds, are invited and welcome to fully participate at God’s table, where Jesus is the host. Today, we are returning to inviting everyone to come forward to receive either open elements or packaged elements.…
Food Drive
Thank you for your continued support of our food pantry collection instituted in March 2020. We have been faithful with our collections and deliveries weekly and are switching collection times to match current giving patterns. Food collection will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Sundays at door number 1. You can also drop…
Financial Peace University
If you’ve ever felt like you can’t get in control of your money, you’re not alone. You’d be surprised how many people you know are struggling just like you. But it’s time for that struggle to end—starting when you take a Financial Peace University class. In nine lessons, you’ll learn biblical and commonsense ways of…
Plainfield Youth Assistance Program
The Plainfield Youth Assistance Program serves as a voluntary early intervention and prevention advocacy process for youth ages 3-17 and families who have experienced challenging life circumstances. PYAP is a program of staff, volunteers, and collaborative agencies that utilize a holistic process to bring together local resources and provide support, enrichment, and unique opportunities for…
PUMC SPECIAL CALLED CHARGE CONFERENCE: MARCH 8, 2023
Our Superintendent, Dr. Aleze Fulbright, has set a date for a Special Called Charge Conference on Wednesday, March 8, at 7:00 p.m., at PUMC to consider the support and recommendation for certification of Shannen Shortt as a candidate for ministry. Church Council members will vote on this single-agenda item. For more information, please get in…
Basic Ministry Budget: Adult Discipleship
This week, we highlight the Basic Ministry Budget.The operating budget for Plainfield United Methodist Church is more than line items on a spreadsheet. It’s a story of love in action. PUMC uses gifts to the budget to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith.Out of every dollar you generously give to support…
Last Saturday Lunch: February 25, 2023
Join us on the last Saturday of the month for a free lunch. Pass the word and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! Door 14 will be open, and we will serve from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Winter Food Drive
Even though Plainfield UMC has been collecting and delivering food each week in recent months, the Mission Committee planned a special food drive for January to help emphasize the needs of the local area food pantries during this time of thanksgiving. On February 12, grocery bags with needed items were available after the 8:45 and…
Men’s Breakfast: February 18, 2023
Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. for food and fellowship. We meet in Clayton Hall/Worship Annex. Bring an empty stomach, a friend, and your Bible! Be ready to be nourished through delicious food and the word of God! Hope to…
Kids Connection Leader/Driver (part-time)
Do you enjoy working with children of all ages? Are you looking for a positive work environment with competitive pay? Our mission at Kids@PUMC is to serve the families and children of our community. We provide a safe Christian environment surrounded by love and acceptance. Helping our children grow in Christ-like values and attitudes of…
Second Saturday Lunch: February 11, 2023
We invite you to come in and pick up a carry-out meal between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Please enter through door 14 and go to the kitchen, and someone will be there to get your meal. If you know of someone who might need a meal, visit…
Serving the Children of Plainfield
“Serving the Children of Plainfield” is Plainfield United Methodist Church’s (PUMC) “Big Thing.” We asked the school counselors and nurses at Plainfield’s elementary and middle schools what items we could collect to help the children. All donations may be dropped off in the bin marked “Students of Plainfield” in the Donation Depot, near door 1.…
Ash Wednesday Worship
Join us on Wednesday, February 22, at 7:00 p.m. for Ash Wednesday worship. Pastor Charlie will bring the message and direct us with the imposition of ashes. If you prefer to observe Ash Wednesday from your home, the service will be live-streamed at pumc.tv. You can pick up a packet of ashes with instructions for…
“Souper” Bowl Sunday
“Souper” Bowl Sunday is a game day food drive that takes place the day before the Big Game, on February 12. Bring in a can of soup to help stock local food pantries!All you need to do is bring a can of soup to Plainfield United Methodist Church on Sunday, February 12, 2023.If you have…
Basic Ministry Budget: Worship
The operating budget for Plainfield United Methodist Church is more than line items on a spreadsheet. It’s a story of love in action. PUMC uses gifts to the budget to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith. Of every dollar you generously give to support the Basic Ministry Budget, 30 cents support…
Last Saturday Lunch: January 28, 2022
Join us on the last Saturday of the month for a free lunch. Pass the word and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! Door 14 will be open, and we will serve from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m
Men’s Breakfast: January 21, 2023
Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. for food and fellowship.We meet in Clayton Hall/Worship Annex. Bring an empty stomach, a friend, and your Bible! Be ready to be nourished through delicious food and the word of God! Hope to see…
2023 Narrative Basic Ministry Budget
The operating budget for Plainfield United Methodist Church is more than line items on a spreadsheet. It’s a story of love in action. See how PUMC uses budget dollars in 2023 to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith. Children: $105,840 At PUMC, we want every child to know they are loved…
Second Saturday Lunch: January 14, 2023
We invite you to come in and pick up a carry-out meal between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Please enter through door 14 and go to the kitchen; someone will be there to get your meal. If you know of someone who might need a meal, visit pumc.org/ministries.
Family Promise Meals: January 22-28, 2023
The New Year is here! Join us in serving our neighbors, the families staying with Family Promise, while they work to get on their feet. Plainfield United Methodist Church (PUMC) will provide evening meals for Family Promise on January 22-28, 2023. The families are now in the new shelter – Almost Home – at 7233…
Christmas Poinsettias
POINSETTIAS GIVEN BY AND IN LOVING MEMORY Betty Barding in memory of Keith Barding and loved ones Rebecca Blackwelder in memory of Barbara Blackwelder & Horace Blackwelder: loving parents to Mark & Rebecca and grandparents to Gray and Mark Jr. Kay Blevins and family in memory of husband and father Jack Blevins Ruth Anne Bowen…
Bishop’s Offering for Children
Each year the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church lifts the Bishop’s Offering for Children to support children’s ministries locally and worldwide. PUMC will receive this offering on Sunday, December 18, in the available special envelopes that Sunday. Thank you for your generous support of this offering.
Christmas Eve Offering for Family and Child Ministries
On Christmas Eve, December 24, PUMC will receive a special offering at all worship experiences (4, 7, 9, and 11 p.m.) to support local families and children in need. The entirety of that evening’s offerings will go to ministries and programs that support and assist children, youth, and families in the local area. These gifts…
Last Saturday Lunch: December 31, 2022
Join us on the last Saturday of the month for a free lunch. Pass the word and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! Door 14 will be open, and we will serve from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Men’s Breakfast: December 17, 2022
Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. for food and fellowship. We meet in Clayton Hall/Worship Annex. Bring an empty stomach, a friend, and your Bible! Be ready to be nourished through delicious food and the word of God! Hope to…
Crop Walk Thank You
Thank you to all who helped and participated in the 2022 CROP Walk. 23 walkers from 5 churches walked the local trails behind the rec center, and 7 churches donated financially. A total of $ 3,344.00 was raised to help feed the needy! And a big thank you to Mick and Linda Linn for donating…
Thank you!
Thank you to the following individuals that have done such a fantastic job of caring for the Plainfield United Methodist Church Memorial Garden for the past year. The garden always looks so calm and beautiful. Thank you to the following for all your hard work and care; Special thanks to Gene and Janet Young for…
Service/Volunteer Opportunity: Children’s Ministry
Plainfield UMC is looking for people to volunteer 2-4 hours a month to help teach Sunday school to children in grades K-5 or watch the younger children in the nursery. Both men and women are encouraged to volunteer.Please visit pumc.org for more information or volunteer.
PUMC SPECIAL CALLED CHARGE CONFERENCE DECEMBER 14, 2022
Our Superintendent, Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright, has set a date for a Special Called Charge Conference. On Wednesday, December 14, at 7:00 p.m., Church Council members will vote to establish the PUMC clergy compensation for 2023 and revise the PUMC Gift Acceptance Policy.
Pick Up 2023 Giving Envelopes
The 2023 giving envelopes will be available for pick up in the main lobby from Sunday, December 4, through Sunday, December 18. If you do not have envelopes and would like them, please contact Rebecca Blackwelder, PUMC Financial Administrator, at 317-839-2319 x.227 or rblackwelder@pumc.org.
Mitten Tree
PUMC will be collecting hats, gloves or mittens, and scarves through December to keep children warm during the winter months. The Mitten tree, located in the lobby near the PUMC office, is ready to receive your gifts of warmth! Please “decorate” them with mittens, gloves, scarves, hats, etc. Your gifts will be given to Fletcher…
Alternate Christmas Gifts
Mission Committee is once again planning an Alternate Christmas Gift program. You can give a monetary gift to any of the missions listed below during the Sundays of December. You will receive a lovely card and description of the mission you choose to give to your friend or relative recipient. The responses from the receivers…
Plainfield UMC Youth Pizza Fundraiser
Please help support our 2023 service mission in Costa Rica & Summer Camp Scholarships in Indiana by purchasing freshly-made pizzas from the PUMC Youth! Why are we selling Greatway pizzas? Because we couldn’t get Christmas trees to sell this year. The youth need to raise funds for Camp Adventure scholarships and the 2023 mission trip…
2022 Christmas Poinsettia Orders
Help decorate the church in celebration of Christmas. Poinsettias may be given in memory, to honor loved ones, or to celebrate a special event. Your dedication will be listed in the worship folder on December 18. If desired, you can pick up your poinsettia any time after December 27. Poinsettias are $12.00 each, and payment…
Christmas Day Worship, 10:00 a.m. “Unplugged”
On Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25, we will host an informal “unplugged” worship time in the sanctuary at 10:00 a.m. only. Pastor Charlie and Donna will lead in the a capella singing of a few carols, reading scripture, prayer, and a Christmas devotion. We will not live stream this, the only event at Plainfield United…
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