Are you ready to make a meaningful impact while putting your financial skills to work in a vibrant, faith-driven community? Plainfield United Methodist Church (PUMC) is looking for a dedicated Financial Administrator/Treasurer to oversee and manage its financial operations. This position is not just about handling numbers; it’s about supporting the mission of the church by ensuring financial integrity, clarity, and transparency!

As the Financial Administrator/Treasurer, you’ll be the trusted point of contact for all things financial. Working directly with the Senior Pastor and the Finance Committee, you’ll play a crucial role in everything from preparing monthly and annual financial reports to balancing books and managing special campaigns. Your tasks include maintaining accurate records, handling payroll, and working collaboratively with other church leaders to ensure all financial decisions are executed with precision and transparency.

This role requires a strong accounting or bookkeeping background, proficiency with Excel, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. With flexible hours (20 hours per week) and the potential to work from home, this role offers a unique balance of professional satisfaction and work-life flexibility. If you’re passionate about serving Christ through financial stewardship, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission!

For a detailed job description, visit pumc.org/job-opportunities.

Get ready to kick off the Christmas season with festive cheer at The Family Christmas Sing-Along on December 1 at 6:30 p.m. at PUMC! Bring the whole family—kids of all ages are welcome! Join us for a heartwarming evening of singing Christmas classics, enjoying holiday activities for children, special guest appearances, and delicious refreshments. This joyful gathering is the perfect way to start the holiday season together. Invite friends and family, and come make memories with us!

PUMC members are welcome to attend this annual business meeting of the church on Saturday, November 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m., at Calvary UMC in Brownsburg IN. We will conduct necessary business of the church, make appropriate reports to the District, and celebrate our ministry and life together.

Contact the church office for more information.

Thank you so much for your unwavering support of Transforming for Tomorrow! It’s with full hearts and a sense of accomplishment that we can officially say T4T has reached its purpose, and will now be retired. Together, we’ve made incredible strides in revitalizing our beloved church home, enhancing both its functionality and beauty.

With your generosity, we’ve transformed our church spaces in remarkable ways. From a smooth and safe parking lot, to updated and more usable restrooms, each project has helped create a welcoming environment for our community. We now have a vibrant digital sign to share events and updates, fresh new carpet throughout the building, and beautiful, updated lobbies complete with fresh paint and new art. Our main lobby features new seating, and our kitchen has been transformed into a modern, functional space to support fellowship and gatherings. Plus, we’ve added updated room signage and directional signs, inside and out, making our church even more accessible and inviting.

Please join us for a special celebration of T4T’s retirement with Craft and Cookies on Sunday, November 17, at 11:15 in the Worship Annex. Enjoy a fun craft activity that will later become part of our décor, and let’s honor everything we’ve accomplished together. We’re so grateful for your partnership on this journey and can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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 the 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 you there!

Pastor Bob is recovering well from surgery and plans to return on December 1. Meanwhile, we have an amazing lineup of volunteer leaders—many PUMC alumni—ready to guide and inspire us each week. Coming up, we’ll hear from Bryan and Kelly Denman, Brad Hancock, Hugh Rohrer, and Brock Kinnamon!

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

• Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
• Laser Flash in Carmel (Nov 15): 6 PM to midnight of laser tag, pizza, and fun for $35.
• Pizza Fundraiser (Dec 14): Earn funds for your youth account to use for future youth events!
• Christmas Eve Candle Prep (Dec 19): Volunteer opportunity to help prep candles for the Christmas Eve service!

And coming in Summer 2025
Mission Trip, Camp Adventure, and a Canoe Trip! Contact Pastor Bob for details. Don’t miss these incredible chances to connect, grow, and make a difference with PUMC Youth!

Join us for a take-out meal on the 2nd Saturday every month from 11:00 to 11:30 AM. To pick up your meal, enter through door 14 and go to the kitchen. If you know someone who needs a meal, please email MaryAnn at m.a.hamilton2@gmail.com.

Kids are warmly invited to be part of our service, bringing their voices and creativity to our community! From reading passages to sharing their own art, children will have the chance to express themselves in meaningful ways, enriching our time together. This is a wonderful opportunity for young ones to grow in confidence, connect with others, and explore their talents in a supportive, joyful space. Let’s celebrate the unique gifts they bring to our church family! For more information or to get involved, please reach out to Pastor David at dneuen@pumc.org. We can’t wait to see what our young ones create!

November is shaping up to be a month of giving, gathering, and good cheer with the United Women in Faith! Throughout the month, the United Women in Faith will collect games and toys for children ages 6-12 to benefit families at Fletcher Place and School 34. This effort allows us to brighten the holiday season for local children, sharing a bit of joy and bringing smiles to those who need it most. Donations can be placed in the designated barrels at the Donation Depot, and we’ll ensure that each toy and game finds its way to these wonderful families.

November 12 will bring more sweet fun as the Rachel Circle dons their aprons in the church kitchen at 2:00 PM to prepare buckeye candies for the December candy sale. These delightful treats will surely be a hit—and who can resist a sample?

In the spirit of friendship, the Hope Circle will meet for a lively game night at 7:00 PM on November 12 in the Koinonia Room. Later in the month, Mary Martha Circle will gather for a special World Thank Offering meeting on November 20 at 2:00 PM in the Wesley Room, celebrating gratitude and global giving.

All women are welcome to join these vibrant groups—drop in anytime to experience the joy of community, faith, and fun!