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Easter Lilies

Help decorate the church in celebration of Easter. You may give Easter lilies in memory or honor of loved ones or celebrate a special event.

The flowers are $10 each. Payment must accompany your order.
Order your Easter Lilies by going to pumc.org/easterlilies by March 25, 2024. If you need assistance placing your order, please call Brent Miller in the church office at 317.839.2319.
You can make payments through SecureGive at pumc.org/securegive.
You may also mail or drop off a check at:

Plainfield UMC
600 Simmons St.
Plainfield, IN 46168

Write “Lilies” in the memo of the check. Payments must be received no later than March 25, 2024.

Total Eclipse Viewing Party

We are excited to invite everyone to witness the spectacular Total Eclipse on April 8, 2024. This once-in-a-lifetime event promises a breathtaking experience you will want to experience.

Event Details:

Date: April 8, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Plainfield United Methodist Church, South Parking Lot.
Parking will be available in the East and North Lots.
Bring your lawn chairs, snacks, and some beverages (no alcohol allowed).

Highlights of the Total Eclipse:

  • Witness the rare phenomenon of the moon completely blocking the sun, creating a mesmerizing celestial display.
  • Experience the awe-inspiring darkness as the moon casts its shadow over the Earth.
  • Learn fascinating facts about solar eclipses from our knowledgeable experts.
  • Enjoy the company of fellow eclipse enthusiasts and share this extraordinary event’s excitement.
  • Free Eclipse Glasses while they last.

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to witness the Total Eclipse 2024. Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and prepare for an unforgettable celestial experience. We look forward to seeing you there!

More Eclipse 2024 information available at pumc.org/eclipse2024

Lenten Breakfast Series: Mount Olive UMC

Everyone is invited to the upcoming Lenten Breakfast at Mount Olive United Methodist Church. Last Saturday’s event was a great success, and we’re excited to continue the journey through Lent with you. Join us on March 16 at 8:00 am at Mount Olive UMC, 1449 S High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46241. For carpooling, meet at PUMC by 7:00 am. During the breakfast, we’ll enjoy fellowship and a meaningful lenten program. Take advantage of this special gathering as we observe the Lenten season together.

UMCOR Sunday: March 10, 2024

There have been so many things in the national news lately that you may need to catch up on information about UMCOR, as usual. UMCOR moves quickly to assist hard-hit areas. The United Methodist Committee of Relief is always ready to help those in places like Alabama-West Florida, Western North Carolina, South Carolina, and other Southeastern states who experienced severe storms with tornadoes that left paths of destruction through specific regions. Because of your financial support on UMCOR Sunday, they can respond quickly and stay as long as the help is needed.

Game “Night” Sunday Afternoon

Bring your favorite games and your favorite people and join PUMC for an all-church game “night” on Sunday, March 3, from 2-4pm in the Worship Annex. You can even squeeze in a post-church nap; youth will still be able to make confirmation class, and we’ll have a great time of fellowship together! If you like, bring a snack to share. Also, this is an excellent opportunity to invite friends and folks interested in connecting with a faith community. We’ll see you Sunday, March 3, from 2-4pm for a PUMC Game Night!

Hospitality Training: Today at 11:30a in the Worship Annex

Join our Hospitality Team! Attend our Hospitality Training on March 3 at 11:30 a.m. in the Worship Annex. We’ll guide you through our work’s essential values, principles, and practices. Register for this event at pumc.link/ht0303. Contact Pastor Abby (alietz@pumc.org), Tamara Miller (tamara.miller@pnc.com), Lindsay Young (younglindsay07@gmail.com), or Rebecca Blackwelder (rblackwelder@pumc.org) for more information.

Lenten Breakfast Series

Everyone is invited to the upcoming Lenten Breakfast at Danville United Methodist Church. Last Saturday’s event was a great success, and we’re excited to continue the journey through Lent with you. Join us on March 9 at 8:00 am at Danville United Methodist Church, 820 W Mill St, Danville, IN 46122. For carpooling, meet at PUMC by 7:00 am. During the breakfast, we’ll enjoy fellowship and a meaningful Lenten program. Take advantage of this special gathering as we observe the Lenten season together.

Walk Through Sunday School

Come and experience the joy of serving and learning together at our “Walk Through Sunday School” event! You are invited to tour our Sunday School classrooms and witness firsthand the wonderful and fulfilling experience of serving our children.

  • Date: March 10, 2024
  • Time: 11:30 AM
  • Location: Elementary Sunday School Room (Room 100)

This event is an opportunity for you to see the impact of our Sunday School program and how it enriches our children’s lives. Whether you are currently involved in Sunday School or are interested in exploring ways to serve, this event is for you.

We look forward to sharing this unique experience with you and showing you how you can be a part of this vital ministry.

Celebrate the Newly Renovated PUMC Kitchen

We cordially invite you to a tour of the recently renovated PUMC kitchen, which we’ve named “Transforming for Tomorrow.” The tour will take place right after the worship service, this Sunday.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to meet the kitchen team, who will guide you through the new hub for culinary activities. You will be able to see and experience the new kitchen space first-hand and learn about our exciting future plans, which will undoubtedly leave you with a sense of anticipation and excitement.

We want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude for your support throughout the renovation process.

So, please join us for the tour and celebrate this milestone together. We look forward to seeing you there!

Serving the Children of Plainfield

PUMC is collecting items recommended by school counselors and nurses to help the children of Plainfield. The items required include sweatpants/leggings (girls) in sizes 6-8, travel-sized deodorant/body wash, small bottles of water, and boys’ and girls’ socks. You can donate these items by dropping them in the “Students of Plainfield” bin at the Donation Depot near door 1. For any queries, please contact Sandy Bennett at sdailben@gmail.com.