Join the all-church study of The Lord’s Prayer by Adam Hamilton starting September 18, 2023. Pastor Hamilton explores the meaning and power of each line, illuminating what we ask of God and ourselves, and teaches us to use it as a pattern for our prayer life. Sign-ups are happening now! Sign up online at pumc.org/registration, scanning the QR Code below, or in person by visiting the table in the Main Lobby. For more information, contact Pastor Ken at kloudenback@pumc.org.
Join the fall season of the Music Department at PUMC and be a part of the Sanctuary Choir, Sanctuary Bells, or Praise Bells! No audition is required. The Sanctuary Choir holds its rehearsals on Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Music room, starting August 24.
As for Praise Bells and Sanctuary Bells, they meet on Mondays at 6:00pm and 7:00pm respectively, beginning August 21 in the main lobby. For more information, reach out to Lynn Blosser at lblosser@pumc.org.
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 the Christmas season draws near, we want to make it extra special by inviting you to participate in our upcoming video series. We are looking for 7-10 people of all ages to create heartwarming videos to be featured during worship and on social media throughout Advent. Videos will be made in an “interview style” and shot at the church, and we would be thrilled if you shared your most cherished Christmas memory with us. Your unique and inspiring story can bring joy and inspiration to others during this festive season. We eagerly await hearing from you and becoming part of your holiday memories. If interested, please get in touch with Eiric Shriner at eshriner@pumc.org for more information. Thank you for considering sharing your story with us.
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 you there!
Threshold Singers of Hendricks County is a group of women who provide a calming environment at the bedside by singing gentle, peaceful, and soothing music. They sing in groups of 3-4 to create a feeling of peace and comfort for patients and their loved ones. The music is appropriate for people at or near “the threshold” of life, regardless of their spiritual beliefs. Their music is their gift, free of charge.
If your loved one is receiving end-of-life care and would benefit from being sung to, contact Carol Foxworthy at 317.626.4382 to schedule a singing. Additionally, you can call Carol to learn more about joining the group.
Do you want to support T4T’s final project remodeling the kitchen, lobby furniture, and wayfinding signs AND attend a Cubs game?
Good news!
A generous donor is offering a ticket to the September 9 Diamondbacks vs. Cubs game, bus transportation, AND snacks & beverages on the bus in return for a new or supplemental pledge to the Transforming for Tomorrow campaign. This offer is for anyone willing to pledge $100 monthly for 18 months, with the first monthly contribution to be made in September. The donor must know by Friday, August 18. Please get in touch with the office for more details.
Connections Academy High School
Sonny is taking a year off.
His favorite memory was the mission trip to Tennessee.
Plainfield High School
Zachary graduated Summa Cum Laude with an Academic Honors Diploma, was a member of the National Honor Society, and was awarded Best Business Student, along with his DECA partner- He placed 3rd in the state DECA competition. He moved on to the National competition, and his We the People team placed 3rd in the state.
He plans to attend Indiana University- Bloomington at the Kelley School of Busines this fall.
Zachary’s favorite memory is getting toexperience traveling to Alaska during a mission trip. I enjoyed hiking, 24-hour daylight, and digging for gold. He might have gotten into trouble drinking water from the creek during his hike by Mt. Denali!
Decatur Central High School
Nate will be attending Ivy Tech majoring in Criminal Justice.
His favorite memories from PUMC are of the trip to Boundary Waters, playing jailbreak at the lock-Ins, and Mrs. Preusch’s incredible cooking at bible study.
Plainfield High School
Annalise graduated with an honors Cum Laude.
She will be attending Ball State University beginning this fall. She plans to major in Family and Child: Childhood Life to pursue a career as a Child Life Specialist at a children’s hospital.
Her favorite memory is being part of the Youth Worship Band and serving others while on missions trips with the youth group.
Plainfield High School
Kate graduated magna cum laude; selected for a 4-year Marine Corps ROTC scholarship. She also received the Major Robert Burke Koho Memorial Award for Patriotism and scholarships from Distinguished Young Woman, Plainfield Rotary, Tri Kappa, the Purdue Alumni Club of Hendricks County, and the Daniels School of Business.
She will attend Purdue University to study finance and political science with a minor in naval science. She will be a Marine option Navy ROTC midshipman and plans to commission as a Marine officer after earning her bachelor’s degree.
Avon High School
Sam has joined the Indiana Air Force National Guard and has his first drill this weekend. Once he finishes basic training, he hopes to start pilot training.
His favorite memory is the canoe trip, but Costa Rica was incredible too.
Jalen Larkey, Elyssa Mount, Henry Negro, Parker Siddons, Jake Wielenberg
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 pumc.org/saturday-lunch.
Did you know that Plainfield United Methodist Church (PUMC) actively supports five different food pantries? Your donations, whether in the form of food or financial aid, play a critical role in helping PUMC provide hope to those struggling to make ends meet. We sincerely appreciate your unwavering support.
We invite you to participate in our upcoming Food Drive, starting August 6, 2023. You can either fill a grocery bag with non-perishable food items or donate financially to help us continue providing food to those in need.
Your generosity can make a significant impact on the lives of those who are less fortunate. Thank you for your continued support!
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