This week, we highlight the Basic Ministry Budget.
The operating budget for Plainfield United Methodist Church is more than line items on a spreadsheet. It’s a story of love in action. PUMC uses gifts to the budget to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith.
Out of every dollar you generously give to support the Basic Ministry Budget, 7 cents of it supports adult discipleship.

Adult Discipleship: $69,296

United Methodists are passionate about making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. At PUMC, we believe that powerful catalysts for transformation are learning and fellowship. Whether you want to read the Bible in a year, engage in a churchwide study, or join a support group, PUMC has a seat with your name on it! Recent offerings include “Disciple Bible Study” short-term classes and Lectio Divina reflections twice a month. You’ll also find ongoing adult Sunday School classes, social groups for all ages, and gatherings for men and women.
Thank you for supporting adult discipleship here at PUMC!

Total 2023 Basic Ministry Budget: $1,033,349

For more information about the PUMC Basic Ministry Budget and the Narrative Budget, see the January or February Circuit Rider or check out pumc.link/2023NB.

Join us on the last Saturday of the month for a free lunch. Pass the word and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! Door 14 will be open, and we will serve from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Even though Plainfield UMC has been collecting and delivering food each week in recent months, the Mission Committee planned a special food drive for January to help emphasize the needs of the local area food pantries during this time of thanksgiving.

On February 12, grocery bags with needed items were available after the 8:45 and 10:00 a.m. worship services.

Deliveries of the collected donations will happen between February 19 and 26.

Monetary donations will be gratefully accepted if you cannot make it to the grocery store.

Your help in providing food for hungry people is greatly appreciated.

Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. for food and fellowship.

We meet in Clayton Hall/Worship Annex. Bring an empty stomach, a friend, and your Bible! Be ready to be nourished through delicious food and the word of God! Hope to see you there!

Check our pumc.org for more information.

Do you enjoy working with children of all ages? Are you looking for a positive work environment with competitive pay? Our mission at Kids@PUMC is to serve the families and children of our community. We provide a safe Christian environment surrounded by love and acceptance. Helping our children grow in Christ-like values and attitudes of integrity, honesty, responsibility, self-discipline, and spirituality. We are seeking part-time staff to support our program in fulfilling its mission. Discounted childcare rates are provided for staff children. This position requires the following;

• Experience working with children
• The ability to help with homework and plan activities for school-age children
• Daily availability from 3:30-6:00 pm (potential to pick up more hours possible)
• An individual who would be comfortable driving a 12-passenger van

Candidates must be punctual, reliable, and able to pass a background check. The pay rate is $13.00 – $15.00 per hour. To apply, please complete the application, including references and salary requirements. For more information, visit pumc.org/job-opportunities.

We invite you to come in and pick up a carry-out meal between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Please enter through door 14 and go to the kitchen, and someone will be there to get your meal. If you know of someone who might need a meal, visit pumc.org/ministries.

“Serving the Children of Plainfield” is Plainfield United Methodist Church’s (PUMC) “Big Thing.” We asked the school counselors and nurses at Plainfield’s elementary and middle schools what items we could collect to help the children.

• Sweatpants or Leggings (girls) size 6-8
• Travel-sized deodorant & body wash
• Small bottles of water
• Three Ring Binders (1”)
• Plastic art boxes (for supplies at their desks)

All donations may be dropped off in the bin marked “Students of Plainfield” in the Donation Depot, near door 1. If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Bennett at sdailben@gmail.com.

Join us on Wednesday, February 22, at 7:00 p.m. for Ash Wednesday worship. Pastor Charlie will bring the message and direct us with the imposition of ashes.

If you prefer to observe Ash Wednesday from your home, the service will be live-streamed at pumc.tv. You can pick up a packet of ashes with instructions for self-imposition in the office during business hours or this Sunday morning. If you have any questions, please contact Brent Miller at bmiller@pumc.org.

“Souper” Bowl Sunday is a game day food drive that takes place the day before the Big Game, on February 12. Bring in a can of soup to help stock local food pantries!
All you need to do is bring a can of soup to Plainfield United Methodist Church on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact the church office.

The operating budget for Plainfield United Methodist Church is more than line items on a spreadsheet. It’s a story of love in action. PUMC uses gifts to the budget to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith.

Of every dollar you generously give to support the Basic Ministry Budget, 30 cents support worship.

We hope that everyone who participates in worship on Sunday morning can praise God in the most meaningful manner for them. This may look like our traditional Classic worship experience at 8:45 and 10:00 a.m., contemporary NewDay Praise at 10 a.m., Youth worship at 10:00 a.m., a seat in worship, or an enhanced live stream experience on pumc.org.

No matter how someone chooses to engage with us, we always seek to create a space and an experience where people who don’t know Jesus can meet him, those who do know Jesus can grow in that relationship, and everyone can find a warm welcome and safe place to ask questions and talk about faith.

Thank you for supporting worship here at PUMC!