The FUN Class invites you to a night of Bunco on Friday, March 20, in the Worship Annex (enter through Door 14). We’ll start the evening at 6:30 p.m. with snacks and time to visit, and the games begin at 7:00 p.m. No experience needed—Bunco is easy to learn, fast-paced, and full of surprises. It’s less about winning and more about laughter, connection, and enjoying time together.
This is your personal invitation. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Step into a room filled with conversation, encouragement, and just the right amount of friendly competition. We would love to see you at the table.
Lent is a season of prayer, sacrifice, and service. This year, let’s turn our devotion into action.
Throughout Lent, we will collect items to assemble Personal Dignity Kits for Midwest Mission. These disaster relief kits provide essential hygiene supplies to people facing crisis in the United States and around the world.
When disaster strikes, something as simple as soap, shampoo, or a clean towel restores more than hygiene—it restores dignity.
Each kit must include only the requested, new items:
1 hand towel (no kitchen towels)
1 washcloth (no dishcloths)
1 adult toothbrush (no multi-packs)
1 bar soap (3–4 oz.)
1 shampoo (12–19 oz.)
1 deodorant (2–3 oz., stick, roll-on, or pump)
1 lotion (8–10 oz.)
1 one-gallon resealable plastic bag
A $2 donation helps cover toothpaste and the carrying bag.
Prefer to shop online? View our Amazon Wish List here: pumc.link/9wr
Then mark your calendar.
Sunday, April 12 11:30 a.m. Worship Annex
We will gather as one church family to pack these kits and send hope where it is urgently needed. Show up. Bring your items. Invite a friend. Stay after worship and make a tangible difference.
Visit the display table in the lobby for full details and to sign up to help.
In March, we invite you to take a meaningful next step in your faith journey through a three-week class called Journeying the Wesleyan Way at PUMC.
This experience is designed especially for those preparing for church membership, but it is also open to anyone who is curious about the beliefs of The United Methodist Church, eager to grow as a disciple, or simply interested in learning more about our Wesleyan tradition. Whether you are new to PUMC or have been worshiping with us for years, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding and strengthen your connection.
We will gather on Sundays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for three focused and meaningful sessions:
March 8 – What We Believe We will explore the theological foundations we share as United Methodists and how those beliefs shape our lives.
March 15 – How We Are Connected We will look at our church structure, our shared practice of the sacraments, and how we are united in mission across the world.
March 22 – Belonging and Calling We will reflect on our membership vows, discover spiritual gifts, practice generosity, and consider how God is calling each of us to lead and serve.
If you have been worshiping with us and sense God inviting you to something deeper, this is your moment. Step forward. Claim your place. Say yes to belonging, growth, and purpose. We would be honored to walk this journey with you.
Beginning Tuesday, February 24, you’re invited to set aside time for prayer and connection during this Lenten season.
From 5:30–6:00 p.m., we will gather in the sanctuary for an informal time of guided prayer and Holy Communion. This quiet, reflective service will follow a structure similar to what the Discipleship Team has offered during the Day of Prayer and throughout Advent. It will be simple, intentional, and centered on drawing near to God in the midst of a busy week. More information here.
Following worship, from 6:00–7:00 p.m., a Lenten small group will meet using our churchwide study book. This group is especially intended for those who are not currently connected to a small group and are looking for a place to grow, ask questions, and walk through Lent alongside others. Sign up here.
Lent is a season of reflection, renewal, and preparation. Tuesday evenings offer space for all three—prayer in the sanctuary and conversation in community.
Youth Worship — Sunday, Feb. 1 10 a.m. • Room 200 Guest Speakers: Wendy Denman We’re excited to welcome Wendy Denman this week. She’ll explore 1 Peter 4:10 and the truth that you have a spiritual gift. Discover how God has uniquely wired you—and how those gifts are meant to be used. Come ready to be encouraged, challenged, and sent out to make a real difference.
Serve with the Homeless Ministry
We need two youth volunteers to serve on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is February 2. Additional future dates are available—grab a friend and sign up in the youth room
Mission Trip 2026
We’re heading to Cleveland, Ohio, June 7–13, 2026! Pre-register to save your spot and let Brandon know if you have questions.
College Connection
Do you have a college-age sibling or post-high school friend PUMC could support? Email Pastor Abby at alietz@pumc.org with their name, contact info, and school/major/graduation year or workplace and job title. We’re forming care teams and care packages to encourage young adults in the year ahead.
Looking Ahead
March 20, 2026 @ 6:30 PM, Movie Night: Help us pick the movie. Email Brandon or drop your vote in the Wonder Jar: The Princess Bride, School of Rock, or Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. Popcorn and drinks provided. Permission slip required for anyone under 18 (available in March).
June 7–13, 2026 — Mission Trip Cleveland, Ohio. Meaningful service, deep friendships, and growing closer to God—don’t forget to pre-register.
Our Valentine’s Dance was filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of time on the dance floor. We sang about Jesus, lined up for the Electric Slide, and kept the energy high thanks to our fantastic DJ.
The charcuterie board was a hit and kept everyone fueled for more fun. Admission was a donation of canned fruit, and we collected more than 100 cans to share with neighbors in need — a beautiful way to show love in action.
Kids ran through balloons, laughed with friends, and danced the night away. It was a sweet evening of faith, fellowship, and fun.
This Lent, the church is invited into a shared discipleship journey centered on Fight Like Jesus: How Jesus Waged Peace Throughout Holy Week by Jason Porterfield. Together, we will walk through Jesus’ final week and reflect on Holy Week not simply as suffering endured, but as a deliberate, faithful way of waging peace in the face of fear, conflict, and injustice.
In a divided and anxious world, this study calls us back to the way of Jesus—marked by grace, courage, compassion, and reconciliation. Lent reminds us that transformation begins within, shaping how we live, love, and respond each day.
Getting the book
Fight Like Jesus: How Jesus Waged Peace Throughout Holy Week
Jason Porterfield | Herald Press (2022) ISBN: 978-1513809342
Many of our existing classes and groups will engage the book throughout the season:
Sundays
Ordinary People Class – 10:00 a.m., Wesley Room
Genesis Class – 10:00 a.m., Room 207
Revelations Class -10:00 a.m., Library
Rewired Class -10:00 a.m., Koinonia Room
FUN Class -11:15 a.m., Koinonia Room
Weekdays
Tuesday Morning Prayer Group – Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m., Wesley Room
Pastor David Neuen – Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m., Library (sign up here)
Friday Morning Bible Study – Fridays, 9:45 a.m., Koinonia Room
Cornerstone – Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., Wesley Room
Monday Evening Small Group – Mondays, 5:45 p.m., Online
Everyone is encouraged to read along and participate in the way that fits best. Worship during Lent will also connect with the themes of the study through preaching and reflection questions, helping us walk the season together and be formed more deeply in the way of Jesus.
Join us for a small group study based on The Chosen, the multi-season series about the life of Jesus. This spring, we’ll explore Season 4, focusing on what it means to follow Jesus as the stakes rise and faith is tested.
Each session includes viewing an episode, connecting the story to Scripture, and engaging in thoughtful discussion in a welcoming small-group setting.
Youth Worship — Sunday, Feb. 1 10 a.m. • Room 200 Guest Speakers: Matt Cochran and Sarah Clark This week we’re excited to welcome two guest speakers—former PUMC youth members Matt Cochran and Sarah Clark! Matt and Sarah will share stories from their time in our youth group and from the many mission trips they’ve been part of, both in the U.S. and abroad. They’ve been deeply involved in missions and other events, and we’re looking forward to a great, honest conversation. Join us for a meaningful night of stories and discussion!
Serve with the Homeless Ministry
We need two youth volunteers to serve on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is February 2. Additional future dates are available—grab a friend and sign up in the youth room
Mission Trip 2026
We’re heading to Cleveland, Ohio, June 7–13, 2026! Pre-register to save your spot and let Brandon know if you have questions.
College Connection
Do you have a college-age sibling or post-high school friend PUMC could support? Email Pastor Abby at alietz@pumc.org with their name, contact info, and school/major/graduation year or workplace and job title. We’re forming care teams and care packages to encourage young adults in the year ahead.
Looking Ahead
June 7–13, 2026 — Mission Trip Cleveland, Ohio. Meaningful service, deep friendships, and growing closer to God—don’t forget to pre-register.
Youth Worship — Sunday, Feb. 1 10 a.m. • Room 200 When The Label Falls Off When life hits hard, it can feel like the ground won’t stop moving—grades, drama, pressure, and loss all piling up at once. This week, we’re talking about what it really means to feel shaken and where we run when things get heavy. Psalm 125 reminds us that trusting God doesn’t make the storm disappear, but it gives us solid ground to stand on when everything else wobbles. Read Ahead: 1 Samuel 17:38–40
Serve with the Homeless Ministry
We need two youth volunteers to serve on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is February 2. Additional future dates are available—grab a friend and sign up in the youth room
Mission Trip 2026
We’re heading to Cleveland, Ohio, June 7–13, 2026! Pre-register to save your spot and let Brandon know if you have questions.
College Connection
Do you have a college-age sibling or post-high school friend PUMC could support? Email Pastor Abby at alietz@pumc.org with their name, contact info, and school/major/graduation year or workplace and job title. We’re forming care teams and care packages to encourage young adults in the year ahead.
Looking Ahead
June 7–13, 2026 — Mission Trip Cleveland, Ohio. Meaningful service, deep friendships, and growing closer to God—don’t forget to pre-register.
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