Music moves us. It entertains, soothes, energizes and inspires. In worship, music does even more—it connects us with God and one another in a way words alone cannot.

Every song we share in worship is the result of many steps: composing, arranging, selecting, rehearsing and, finally, offering the music to God and the congregation. It’s a treasured tradition at PUMC, and we need your help to keep it vibrant.

Maybe you’ve sung in a choir, played in a band, taken piano lessons or simply enjoy singing in the shower. Whatever your experience level, we can help you find the right place to serve. You’ll make music, build friendships and have fun in the process.

Opportunities include:

• NewDay Praise Band – Rehearses Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Worship Annex
• Sanctuary Choir – Rehearses Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Music Room
• Sanctuary Bells – Rehearses Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Main Lobby

Ensemble rehearsals are underway or starting soon. To learn more or get involved, contact Brent Miller at 317-839-2319, ext. 223, or email bmiller@pumc.org.

Come share your gift and join the song God is writing at PUMC.

Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025
Youth Worship at 10 a.m. in Room 200!
This Sunday: Brandon Intro & “The Heart of It All”

This Sunday we’re diving into the two greatest commandments Jesus gave—to love God with everything we are and to love our neighbor as ourselves. These two simple commands hold the power to transform our relationships, our communities, and our faith. Together, we’ll explore what it means to love God fully, how to love others, and why these two commands can’t be separated.
Read Ahead: Matthew 22:36–40 and Mark 12:28–34

Fall Kick-Off Cookout Planning

The youth are joining forces with the Men’s Group for this year’s cookout. The men will provide the food (hog roast!), while the youth take charge of games, activities, and maybe even put together a playlist with Bluetooth speakers.
The planning team needs youth input to make this event awesome! If you’d like to help, let Brandon know so you can be included in 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, and several future dates are available. Sign up by the Youth Room.

Mark Your Calendars

• Sept. 14 – Fall Kick-Off Cookout: Hog roast, games, and great company. Details coming soon.
• Nov. 7–9 – Fall Retreat at Camp Indicoso: A favorite and meaningful PUMC Youth event. Flyers available in August. Adults interested in chaperoning should contact Brandon.
• TBD – Weekly Bible Study: Brandon would like to continue the Bible studies Pastor Bob started. Share your input on the best day and group format (high school, middle school, or combined).

Questions? Contact Brandon at brdenman@pumc.org

All Are Welcome

Join us for a free community lunch at Plainfield United Methodist Church, held on the last Saturday of every month. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for a delicious meal and the joy of warm fellowship.

• Date: Saturday,August 30, 2025
• Time: 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Location: Door #14

This monthly event is a great opportunity to connect with others and share in the spirit of community.

If you have questions, please contact Mary Ann Hamilton at m.a.hamilton2@gmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Threshold Singers of Hendricks County (TSHC) is a group of women who provide a calming presence at the bedside through gentle, peaceful, and soothing music. They sing in groups of three or four to bring peace and comfort to patients and their loved ones.

The music is especially appropriate for people at or near “the threshold” of life, regardless of spiritual beliefs. Their gift, offered free of charge.

The Threshold Singers will perform in the Sanctuary during the 8:45 and 10 a.m. worship services.

If you have a loved one nearing the end of life who would benefit from being sung to, contact Carol Foxworthy at 317-626-4382 to schedule a visit.

The Threshold Singers are grateful for their partnership with PUMC, which provides space for rehearsals.

This August, PUMC is launching our Fall Food Drive to help meet the needs of our neighbors facing food insecurity. The shelves of our local food pantries often run low during the late summer and early fall months, but together, we can help fill them up.

Starting this Sunday, you can pick up a food donation bag in the Main Lobby. Each bag includes a list of most-needed items such as canned meats, peanut butter, pasta, cereal, and shelf-stable milk. Simply take a bag home, shop for the items on the list, and return it to the Main Lobby when it’s full.

Your donations will be shared with local food pantries that serve families and individuals in our community. For many, these bags will mean the difference between skipping meals and having enough to eat.

How to Participate:

• Pick up a food drive bag in the Main Lobby.
• Fill it with nonperishable food items from the provided list.
• Return the filled bag to the Main Lobby by the end of August.

Even one bag makes a difference. Let’s work together to stock the shelves, nourish bodies, and show God’s love in a tangible way.

Pick up a bag. Fill it. Bring it back. Bless a neighbor.

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!