Stability Builders Network, a non-profit organization collaborating with Family Promise, urgently needs diapers. Their pantry is running low on supplies, and they need donations of Size 4-7 diapers and Pull-Ups for 3T/4T and 5T/6T.

Your generous donation will help families struggling to make ends meet with young children. The diapers and Pull-Ups will be distributed to needy families through Family Promise’s network of local partners.

If you would like to donate, please drop off new and unopened packages of diapers and Pull-Ups at the Donation Depot located near Door 1. Your contribution will make a big difference in the lives of families and children in need. Thank you for being so supportive!

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.

As we prepare for the upcoming KIDS@PUMC Children’s Christmas Program, we are reaching out to our congregation for assistance in creating a festive and joyous atmosphere for the event. We are searching for Christmas inflatables to enhance the visual appeal and delight the children during the program.

We would greatly appreciate your contribution if you have any Christmas inflatables you would be willing to lend for the Children’s Christmas Program scheduled for December 13. Your generosity will help us create a memorable and magical experience for the children as they celebrate this special time of year.

Whether it’s cheerful snowmen, jolly Santas, sparkling reindeer, or any other delightful Christmas-themed inflatables, your contributions will add an extra touch of wonder to the event. We kindly ask that any borrowed inflatables be in good condition and suitable for display during the program.
If you can lend Christmas inflatables for this joyful occasion, please get in touch with Charity Aton at caton@pumc.org to coordinate the details. Your support and participation in making this event a success are deeply valued and will undoubtedly bring smiles to the faces of our young attendees.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our congregation for considering this request and contributing to the joy and magic of the KIDS@PUMC Children’s Christmas Program. Thank you for helping us create cherished memories for the children during this festive season.

Introducing Rob Mack, our new drummer! With a wealth of musical experience, Rob is an energetic and creative addition to our worship team. He works as an instructional assistant at Decatur Central High School, is pursuing his teaching certification and licensure, and is active in two bands. Join us in welcoming Rob to our NewDay crew!

Men, young men, and guests of Plainfield UMC come together for food and fellowship every third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. The meeting takes place in the Worship Annex. Make sure to come with an empty stomach. Bring a friend and your Bible. Expect to be nourished with delicious food and the word of God. We hope to see you there!

The KIDS@PUMC Weekday Childrens Ministry’s Christmas Program is scheduled for Wednesday, December 13th, at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary. The program will include singing, worship, treats, and more to help us celebrate the Christmas season and find meaning in the coming of Jesus. Everyone is invited, especially our weekday families, children, and the young at heart. This is a great opportunity to meet new people across PUMC and celebrate the season together! If you are interested in helping prepare for this event, please contact Charity, our Director of Children’s Ministries & Preschool Programs, at caton@pumc.org.

On Sunday, December 24, 2023, we invite you to join us for a day filled with heartfelt worship and celebration as we come together to honor the spirit of Christmas. Our congregation will gather for regularly scheduled morning worship, offering a range of services to accommodate our community’s diverse needs and preferences.

Classic Worship Services

• 8:45 am and 10:00 am
• Our classic worship services at 8:45 am and 10:00 am provide a traditional and reverent experience featuring timeless hymns, scripture readings, and a message of hope and faith. These services offer a space for quiet reflection and embracing cherished traditions.

NewDay Praise Worship

• 10:00 am
• Embrace the uplifting and contemporary atmosphere of our NewDay Praise Worship at 10:00 am. This service invites you to experience worship through modern music, dynamic worship, and a message that resonates with the season’s vibrancy.

Youth and Children’s Worship

• 10:00 am
• Our KIDS@PUMC and Youth Worship at 10:00 am are tailored to engage our young members in a meaningful and age-appropriate worship. Through interactive activities, music, and teachings, children and youth will discover Jesus in a positive and glorious way.

Children’s Christmas Eve Worship

• 4:00 pm
• Experience an extraordinary worship event specially designed for families with young children. Toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-aged children can participate in telling the story of Christmas and see it come to life. Join in singing familiar Christmas songs and celebrate the birth of Jesus with the children present. The worship lasts a maximum of 30 minutes, making it perfect for young children with shorter attention spans.

Christmas Eve Worship

• 7:00, 9:00, & 11:00 pm
• As the day unfolds, we will culminate our Christmas worship with special Christmas Eve services at 7:00, 9:00, and 11:00 pm. These services will offer a magical and reverent atmosphere, illuminated by candlelight and filled with the joyous melodies of Christmas carols. 11:00 pm worship is more contemplative, featuring our festival bell choir and communion.

We welcome all members of our congregation and visitors to join us for these worship experiences, as they are designed to provide spiritual nourishment, fellowship, and the opportunity to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
Our community is eager to share in the spirit of Christmas with you, and we look forward to coming together in worship and celebration on this special day. Your presence will enrich our gatherings and contribute to the warmth and spirit of our faith community.

We are thankful that many of you have faithfully and generously given to the endowments at PUMC. Because you donated to the Worship Endowment, the Committee was able to fund a special grant to the Altar Guild, which allowed us to purchase new candles for our altar.
You may have noticed that each candlestick has three steps as its base. These steps symbolize the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Candles represent Christ as the Light of the World (John 8:12). Having two candles on our altar reminds us that Jesus was human and God. We light the Christ candle first (on the right) to invite God’s presence into our lives and seek His guidance and protection. It serves as a reminder that the Holy Spirit is coming into the presence of our worshipping community. The candle on the left is the gospel candle, which should never be lit alone. It is the second candle we light but the first to be extinguished at the end of a service.

After the gospel candle has been extinguished at the end of the service, an acolyte will relight the candlelighter from the Christ candle before extinguishing the flame. This light is carried out of the sanctuary to show that Jesus Christ is for all people everywhere and that His light is going into the world where believers are to serve. Go, and let your light shine!

Join us for a take-out meal every 2nd Saturday from 11-11:30 a.m. Enter through door 14 and pick up your meal from the kitchen. Email MaryAnn at m.a.hamilton2@gmail.com if you know someone who needs a meal.

Have someone on your list who already has everything? Consider making a donation to support one of the many ministries at PUMC! See the table in the Main Lobby for more information December 10 & 17, 2023.