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Refill, Don’t Landfill

This Sunday, bring your favorite coffee mug—the one with a story, the one that feels just right. Enjoy your coffee and enter our prize drawing.

It may seem small, but it matters. Each reusable mug keeps a cup out of the landfill and helps us care for God’s creation. Every shared effort—big or small—moves us toward a cleaner, more mindful community.

Bring your mug, enjoy the moment, and join us in making a simple, meaningful difference.

Surviving the Holidays: Support for a Difficult Season

The holiday season can be especially hard for those experiencing their first Christmas after the death of a loved one. To offer comfort, guidance, and a place of understanding, the Stephen Ministry team will host Surviving the Holidays on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

This video-based session, produced by GriefShare, provides practical tips for navigating grief during the holidays—helping participants prepare for emotional moments, set healthy boundaries, and find small ways to honor their loved one’s memory.

A light brunch will be served. All who are seeking support during this season are welcome. Please visit pumc.link/3w3 to register. If you have any questions, call Gloria Bowman at 317-691-2881.

A Christmas Movie Night for All Ages

Thursday, December 5 • Worship Annex

Kick off the Christmas season with a cozy, family-friendly evening at PUMC! On Thursday, December 5, we’re inviting everyone to gather in the Worship Annex for a special showing of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever—a heartwarming, humorous story that’s perfect for all ages.

This fun holiday night includes a popcorn and cocoa bar, complete with all your favorite toppings. Whether you love extra marshmallows, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or classic buttered popcorn, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Come laugh, relax, and make memories as we settle in together to watch this Christmas favorite. Bring your family, invite a friend, and share in an evening filled with joy, warmth, and community.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Grateful Gathering: Family Spaghetti Dinner

Join us Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m. for a warm evening of food and fellowship. All PUMC children and families are invited to enjoy a free spaghetti dinner with salad, garlic bread, and dessert.

This family-friendly meal is a simple way to pause, connect, and enjoy time together before the holiday season begins. Invite a friend, bring your family, and make plans to join us. Come hungry and be part of this special night.

Register at: pumc.link/bzp

What’s Happening with PUMC Youth? | Sunday, November 16, 2025

Youth Worship • 10 a.m. • Room 200
This week, we’re talking about how your influence matters. Your words, actions, and attitude shape the people around you—often more than you realize. Just like the boy who offered his small lunch to Jesus, what you bring may seem ordinary, but in Jesus’ hands it becomes extraordinary. When you show up, stay willing, and trust Him, He can use your life in powerful ways.
Read Ahead: John 6:1–14

Serve with the Homeless Ministry

We need two youth volunteers on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is Dec. 1. Grab a friend and sign up by the youth room.

PUMC Dungeons & Dragons Group

A new D&D campaign is starting soon. It’s a great way to meet people and have fun. If you want to join or have questions, let Brandon know as soon as possible.

Mark Your Calendar

  • Dec. 28: Youth Christmas Party
  • Weekly Bible studies will continue, and we’re working on a start date. Stay tuned and share your thoughts with Brandon.

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org.

Spread Joy This Holiday Season

KIDS@PUMC is collecting cereal boxes to support families in our community—and to create a fun domino run in the main hallway on Friday, Dec. 5. Our goal is 100 boxes, and every donation adds to the impact and the fun.

How to participate:

  • Bring unopened cereal boxes to church.
  • Drop them off with your child’s teacher before Dec. 5.
  • Invite others to donate.

Each box helps feed families and share joy this Christmas season. Let’s build joy, one box at a time.

Second Annual Scoutsgiving Dinner

Cub Scout Pack 399 invites the PUMC congregation to the Second Annual Scoutsgiving DinnerNovember 25 at 7:00 pm in the Worship Annex, the Scouts’ version of a pitch-in Thanksgiving celebration!

This year’s theme is friendship and connection, with an evening focused on building community, sharing good food, and enjoying conversation. A brief program will open the night, followed by time for fellowship and new friendships to grow.

Please RSVP online: pumc.link/scoutsgiving

All are welcome—come share in the spirit of gratitude and togetherness!

A Joyful Response: Consecration Sunday 2025

Plainfield UMC celebrates an inspiring response to Consecration Sunday, reflecting the generosity and faithfulness of our congregation.

We have received 138 pledges, including 25 from new pledgers—a wonderful sign of growing engagement and shared commitment to God’s work among us. Of those pledging, 71 increased their giving, with 55 increasing by more than 5%, demonstrating deep trust in God’s provision and the ministry of our church.

$753,600 has been pledged to date in support of Plainfield UMC’s ministries for 2026. These gifts will sustain worship, outreach, discipleship, and mission efforts that bring hope and transformation to our community and beyond.

Thank you to everyone who participated so faithfully. Your generosity makes a lasting impact as we continue to share Christ’s love and serve others in His name.

Men’s Breakfast at PUMC: November 15 | 8:30 a.m.

Join Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests for this month’s Men’s Breakfast, held at the Plainfield Police Station, 1075 W. Main St., Plainfield, IN 46168.

Enjoy a hearty meal, good conversation, and time in Scripture as we grow together in faith and fellowship. Whether this is your first visit or you’ve been attending for years, you’ll find a welcoming space to connect with God and one another.

Bring your Bible, invite a friend, and come hungry—for food, fellowship, and God’s Word. All are welcome, just as you are.

Scouts Appreciate Veterans

Cub Scout Pack 399 invites all veterans to their first Veterans Day Program on Monday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m. in the Worship Annex at Plainfield UMC.

The Cub Scouts will host a brief ceremony to honor and thank veterans for their service. Following the ceremony, guests are invited to stay for refreshments and fellowship with the Scouts.
Lemonade and cookies will be served. All veterans and their families are warmly welcome.

Please enter through Door 14.