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What’s Happening with PUMC Youth? – May 24 at 10:00am

Youth Worship — Sunday, May 24
10am • Room 200
This Sunday: Transitions Are Hard

Transitions are hard — whether it’s graduation, changing schools, new friendships, or stepping into an unknown season. This week, we’ll look at Exodus 13:17–22 and discover how God guided Israel through uncertainty with His presence. Sometimes God doesn’t take us the quickest route because He’s preparing us for what’s ahead. Even when life feels chaotic, God still speaks peace and walks with us through every transition. Join us as we talk about trusting God in the middle of change.

Name the Youth Group

The votes have been counted, and the results are in! Join us at Youth Worship this Sunday as we officially reveal the new name of our youth group and celebrate this exciting new chapter together.

May 22 – 23, Lock in TONIGHT

Get ready for an overnight adventure at the church on May 22–23! We’ll have games, movies, late-night fun, and plenty of time to just hang out together.

May 27, Youth Worship Changes

Big changes are coming to youth group! Starting May 27, we’ll launch our new Wednesday night youth worship, with Sunday morning small groups continuing weekly and Serve Sundays kicking off in August. Don’t miss our Sunday Sendoff celebration on May 17 as we look ahead to this exciting new season together.

May 31, Milestone Sunday

Join us as we celebrate our graduating seniors during NewDay on 5/31! The youth band, More Than Conquerors, will be leading worship, and our students will be sharing their gifts with the congregation. If you’d like to be part of it, reach out to Brandon!

June 28- July 2, Epworth Forest

Pastor Abby is directing a High School Summer Camp at Epworth Forest!  You can find more information on impact2818.org or reach out to Pastor Abby for additional information!

Camp Adventure July 5-10

Middle School Summer Camp is approaching! We will be heading up to Camp Adventure on July 5th and return on the 10th. We will be rock climbing, blobbing (iykyk), paint-balling, and more while worshiping our God. You can sign up here impact2818.org/event/impact-camp-camp-adventure-11/ and let Brandon know if you need assistance.

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org

Pastor Abby’s Ordination

We are delighted to share that our Associate Pastor, Abby Lietz, will be ordained an Elder in a public service of worship at the Indiana Annual Conference on Friday June 5 at 6:30pm. The service takes place at St. Luke’s UMC and all are welcome to attend.   

On behalf of the Staff Parish Relations Committee, we invite you to join us for a celebratory reception in her honor on Sunday, June 7, following all PUMC services. We look forward to sharing treats and welcoming you for a time of fellowship and celebration as we honor Pastor Abby’s hard work and accomplishments. 

While event details are still being finalized, please mark your calendar and plan to join us as we surround Pastor Abby with our love and support as she steps into this new season of ministry at PUMC. 

Thank you for your continued support of Pastor Abby throughout her journey toward full ordination as we celebrate her meaningful and powerful ministry among us. 

Vacation Bible School

Kids ages 3-12 will step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.
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What’s Happening with PUMC Youth? – May 10 at 10:00 am

Youth Worship — Sunday, May 10
10am • Room 200
This Sunday: Help My Unbelief

Belief isn’t about having everything figured out—it’s about trusting God even when you don’t. This week, we’re diving into a powerful moment in Scripture where someone says, “I believe… help my unbelief,” and discovering that God meets us right in that tension.

Serve with the Homeless Ministry

We need two youth volunteers to serve on the first Monday of each month.
The next open date is June 1. Additional future dates are available—grab a friend and sign up in the youth room.

April 26 – May 15, Name the Youth Group

We’re getting close to choosing a new name for our youth group—and your voice matters! Current options include Roots and The Way, along with a write-in choice if you have another idea. Students can vote once per week, and we’ll officially announce the new name on May 17. Make sure to cast your vote and help shape what we’re called moving forward!

May 22 – 23, Lock in

Get ready for an overnight adventure at the church on May 22–23! We’ll have games, movies, late-night fun, and plenty of time to just hang out together. Make sure to RSVP with Brandon so you don’t miss out!

May 27, Youth Worship Changes

Big changes are coming to youth group! Starting May 27, we’ll launch our new Wednesday night youth worship, with Sunday morning small groups continuing weekly and Serve Sundays kicking off in August. Don’t miss our Sunday Sendoff celebration on May 17 as we look ahead to this exciting new season together.

May 31, Milestone Sunday

Join us as we celebrate our graduating seniors during NewDay Praise! The youth band, More Than Conquerors, will be leading worship, and our students will be sharing their gifts with the congregation.

June 28- July 2, Epworth Forest

Pastor Abby is directing a high school summer camp at Epworth Forest! Sign up at impact2818.org

Camp Adventure July 5-10

Middle School Summer Camp is approaching! We will be heading up to Camp Adventure on July 5th and return on the 10th. We will be rock climbing, blobbing (iykyk), paint-balling, and more while worshiping our God. You can sign up here impact2818.org/event/impact-camp-camp-adventure-11/ and let Brandon know if you need assistance.

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org

Missions Fair

On Sunday, May 17, the Missions Fair will be hosted by the Missions Committee with tables throughout the main lobby highlighting the various mission ministries we support both locally and globally. Each table will include information about the ministry, along with ways to get involved and offer financial support. The fair will run throughout the morning, before and after worship services.

Donations Requested

A team of volunteers is headed to work at Midwest Mission June 1-5.
We are happy to transport donations:

  • ALL treadle sewing machines
  • Electric sewing machines
  • Sewing notions: needles, needle threaders, pins, pincushions, safety pins, scissors, seam rippers, tape measures, thread and zippers
  • Medical Equipment such as folding walkers, crutches, or knee scooters
  • Non electric tools such as brooms

Drop off: Donation Depot before May 31

What’s Happening with PUMC Youth? – May 3 at 10:00 am

Youth Worship — Sunday, May 3
10am • Room 200
This Sunday: You Belong Here

You ever feel like you don’t quite fit in anywhere? This week, we’re talking about Belonging—and how Jesus creates a space where you don’t have to have it all together to be accepted. Looking at Scripture, we’ll see that we’re not meant to figure life out alone—we’re meant to be part of something bigger. Before belief and before becoming, God invites us to belong. And we’ll challenge ourselves to be the kind of people who help others feel that too.

Serve with the Homeless Ministry

We need two youth volunteers to serve on the first Monday of each month.
The next open date is May 4. Additional future dates are available—grab a friend and sign up in the youth room.

April 26 – May 15, Name the Youth Group

We’re getting close to choosing a new name for our youth group—and your voice matters! Current options include Roots and The Way, along with a write-in choice if you have another idea. Students can vote once per week, and we’ll officially announce the new name on May 17. Make sure to cast your vote and help shape what we’re called moving forward!

May 22 – 23, Lock in

Get ready for an overnight adventure at the church on May 22–23! We’ll have games, movies, late-night fun, and plenty of time to just hang out together. Make sure to RSVP with Brandon so you don’t miss out!

May 27, Youth Worship Changes

Big changes are coming to youth group! Starting May 27, we’ll launch our new Wednesday night youth worship, with Sunday morning small groups continuing weekly and Serve Sundays kicking off in August. Don’t miss our Sunday Sendoff celebration on May 17 as we look ahead to this exciting new season together.

May 31, Milestone Sunday

Join us as we celebrate our graduating seniors during NewDay Praise! The youth band, More Than Conquerors, will be leading worship, and our students will be sharing their gifts with the congregation.

June 28- July 2, Epworth Forest

Pastor Abby is directing a high school summer camp at Epworth Forest! Sign up at impact2818.org

Camp Adventure July 5-10

Middle School Summer Camp is approaching! We will be heading up to Camp Adventure on July 5th and return on the 10th. We will be rock climbing, blobbing (iykyk), paint-balling, and more while worshiping our God. You can sign up here impact2818.org/event/impact-camp-camp-adventure-11/ and let Brandon know if you need assistance.

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org