Youth Worship | 10 a.m. | Room 200

This week: Brandon Intro & “The Heart of It All”

We will explore the two greatest commandments Jesus gave: to love God with everything we are and to love our neighbor as ourselves. These commands can transform our relationships, communities, and faith. We will discuss what it means to love God fully, how to truly love others, and why these two commands cannot be separated.

Read ahead: Matthew 22:36–40 and Mark 12:28–34.

Help Plan the Fall Kickoff Cookout

This year’s cookout is a joint event with the men’s group. They will handle the food (hog roast), and youth will organize games, activities, and possibly music with Bluetooth speakers. The planning team needs youth input. Let Brandon know if you can help so you can be invited to the planning meeting.

Serve With the PUMC Homeless Ministry

We need two youth volunteers on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is Sept. 8. Additional dates are available. Sign up by the youth room.

Mark Your Calendar

• Sept. 14, 2025 – Fall Kickoff Cookout: Hog roast, games, and fellowship. Details coming soon.
• Nov. 7–9, 2025 – Fall Retreat at Camp Indicoso: A favorite and meaningful PUMC Youth tradition. Flyers will be available in August. Adults interested in chaperoning should contact Brandon as soon as possible.
• TBD – Weekly Bible Study: Brandon plans to continue the studies Bob started and welcomes input on meeting day, group format (high school only, middle school only, or combined), and other details. Contact Brandon with suggestions.

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org.

Each month, the men and young men of PUMC—and their guests—gather for more than a meal. We come for connection, encouragement, and spiritual growth.

Join us for Men’s Breakfast every third Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in the Worship Annex.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast, meaningful conversation, and time in Scripture. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, you’ll find a welcoming space to grow in faith and friendship.

Bring your Bible. Bring a friend. Come hungry—for food, fellowship, and God’s Word.

Mark your calendar—we hope to see you there!

Thank you, PUMC, for your caring generosity!
Because of your amazing outpouring of support, we received an incredible amount of donations that directly benefited all five elementary schools and the middle school in our community.

Your gifts ensured that children who arrived at school with nothing now have the supplies they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Your compassion has made a real difference, and we are so grateful for the way you continue to love and serve others in Jesus’ name.

— Sandy Bennett

Join us for Youth Sunday on August 10 with a special worship schedule:

• 8:45 & 10:00 a.m. – NewDay Praise in the Worship Annex
• 10:00 a.m. – One Classic Worship service in the Sanctuary. (No 8:45 a.m. Classic Worship)

Livestreams:

• 8:45 a.m. – NewDay Praise
• 10:00 a.m. – Classic Worship

Celebrate and support our youth as they lead us in worship!

Mark your calendar for the second Saturday of every month, and stop by PUMC between 11:00 and 11:30 AM for a warm, delicious meal—ready to go! Simply enter through Door #14 and head to the kitchen for pick-up.

Know someone who could use a meal or a little extra care? Reach out to MaryAnn at m.a.hamilton2@gmail.com. Let’s share the love and extend our hospitality beyond the church walls.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy great food and brighten someone’s day. See you there!

With Gratitude from the Fish Fry Committee

The 2025 Plainfield UMC Community Fish Fry was a joyful, delicious, and impactful event—and it’s all thanks to you.

From the very first planning meeting to the final cleanup, this year’s Fish Fry was made possible by the dedication, energy, and generosity of our entire church family. More than 300 volunteer shifts were filled across both days of the event, and every role mattered—whether you fried fish, grilled chicken, baked desserts, greeted guests, ran meals, managed parking, cleaned tables, washed dishes, restocked supplies, or helped spread the word.

Your efforts welcomed hundreds of guests from all over Plainfield and beyond. Many came for the food—but they also left having experienced the warmth, love, and hospitality that define this church. Whether it was through a smile at the drive-thru, a kind word under the tent, or a child receiving a hand-delivered meal, you were part of something much bigger than a meal.

We’re also proud to share that this year’s Fish Fry raised meaningful funds to support our youth ministries, scholarships, and outreach efforts. Every plate served helps send kids to camp, fund mission trips, support families in need, and sustain ministries that make a difference all year long.

This event is more than just a fundraiser. It’s a celebration of who we are as a church—a community that comes together, serves together, and shines God’s love into the world.

From all of us on the Fish Fry Committee:
Thank you for showing up. Thank you for serving. Thank you for making it special.

We’re already looking forward to next year!

Thank you for your prayers and support!

Return your Endowment Fund banks next Sunday in the Main Lobby. Committee members will be there to receive gifts and answer questions.

Your donation stays with the church forever—only the income is used to support ministry for years to come.

Let’s finish strong—BEAT HARVARD!

Imagine facing homelessness with your children—and how much a warm meal would mean.

From August 17–23, PUMC will provide evening meals for families working hard to rebuild their lives through Family Promise. This is your chance to offer more than food—you’re offering dignity, hope, and compassion.

You can cook a full meal or join with others to help. Either way, your kindness matters.

Ready to make a difference?

Contact karazsia1@aol.com or call/text 812-798-1216.

One week. One meal. One act of love.

Plainfield United Methodist Church has launched a new text messaging service as of Aug. 3, and we’re inviting every household to sign up.

Let’s be honest—life moves fast. Schedules change. Events pop up. Weather shifts plans. And if you’re not connected, you’ll miss the very things that keep our church vibrant, united, and moving forward.

This is your easiest way to stay informed and involved—no app required.

What You’ll Get:

• Worship updates—including weather-related changes
• Reminders about events like the Fish Fry, service projects, and special services
• Real-time volunteer needs and opportunities
• Occasional devotionals and words of encouragement

How to Sign Up (It Takes 30 Seconds):

• Visit pumc.link/update or scan the QR code
• Update your contact info
• Say “YES” to text messages under Phone Number preferences

That’s it—you’re in!

Need Help?

Visit the Welcome Desk on Sunday—our team will gladly assist.
Eiric Shriner, Director of Communications, will also be available in the Main Lobby if you need help signing up or have any questions.

Sign up today. Don’t be the one who misses out.

Saturday, Aug. 23 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Plainfield UMC

Prayer is more than words—it’s our lifeline to God. It’s how we listen, how we speak, and how we stay connected to the One who loves us unconditionally. In the rush of life, we often forget how vital it is to simply pause and be with our Creator.

On Saturday, Aug. 23, you’re invited to step away from the noise and spend time in sacred reflection during PUMC’s Day of Prayer.

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the church will be open for you to come, rest, and pray at your own pace. You’ll find a range of meaningful prayer experiences designed for all ages and comfort levels:

• A brief opening service at 10:05 a.m. to begin our time together
• A variety of prayer stations, including:
  • A prayer labyrinth
  • Lectio divina
  • Creative prayer and reflection activities
  • Family-friendly and interactive options
• Self-guided and guided experiences —join anytime and stay as long or as little as you like
• No sign-ups required for individual stations
• Childcare provided
• Light refreshments available throughout the morning

Register today at pumc.link/dayofprayer2025 or by scanning the qr code above.

This is not a Bible study or workshop—it’s a sacred space to simply be with God. To listen. To speak. To breathe. To reset.