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2023 Narrative 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. See how PUMC uses budget dollars in 2023 to show God’s BIG Love and help others grow in faith.

Children: $105,840

At PUMC, we want every child to know they are loved by Jesus. It’s so important that “serving the children of Plainfield” is our one big thing — where we want to serve the community with such impact that the love of God in Jesus Christ is revealed and noticed. We aim to show God’s love through programs for children of all ages, from birth to kindergarten through high school. Examples include preschool programming, before-and-after-school child care, an interactive Sunday School curriculum, seasonal events like Easter Eggstravaganza and Trunk or Treat, and a vibrant youth ministry engaged in mission throughout the United States and beyond.

Worship: $288,173

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.

Adult Discipleship: $69,078

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.

Service: $146,716

Service is one of PUMC’s core values. Our congregation is motivated by God’s BIG Love to be the hands and feet for countless outreach initiatives in Plainfield, Hendricks County, and around the globe. It starts in our backyard with programs like Monday Night Homeless Ministry, Second & Last Saturday Lunch, and the Family Assistance Fund. Support extends to local organizations like Family Promise of Hendricks County, St. Mark’s Food Pantry, and Sheltering Wings. It culminates in adult and youth mission trips throughout the year. Proceeds from PUMC’s annual Fish Fry support ongoing outreach and mission efforts.

God’s House: $217,318

PUMC’s facility on 600 Simmons Street serves as a home base for our core areas of service and ministry. Our 41,000-square-foot, two-story building allows us to host classic, contemporary, and youth-centered worship services concurrently each Sunday. Our digital exterior signage, new carpet, and main lobby refresh aim to make guests and members feel welcome and at home. Our classrooms are filled with children, small groups, committees, mission teams, pastors, and staff. Our full-sized kitchen is a hub for
2022 Narrative Budget ongoing ministry and outreach initiatives like bereavement meals and the annual Fish Fry. We open the sanctuary for countless concerts, music programs, and theater experiences when safety protocols allow. And we recently took on a long-term loan for replacing PUMC’s roof and HVAC system. Our property is one of the most potent tools for ministry we have, and we don’t take it for granted.

Support Systems: $132,657

If PUMC’s building is a home base, support systems keep our home healthy and strong. From kitchen supplies to communion elements, this budget area provides for the critical tools, equipment, and other resources required to execute countless ministries. Examples include printers, regular organ maintenance, in-house media equipment, live-streaming services, office supplies, media subscriptions like RightNow Media, music licenses, digital properties like our website, plus any “odds or ends” you might think of. We couldn’t do what we do without them.

Total 2023 Basic Ministry Budget: $959,782

For more information about PUMC giving, expenses, and spiritual initiatives such as Transforming for Tomorrow and the Music Guild, don’t hesitate to contact the church office at 317.839.2319 or visit pumc.org.

Family Promise Meals: January 22-28, 2023

The New Year is here! Join us in serving our neighbors, the families staying with Family Promise, while they work to get on their feet. Plainfield United Methodist Church (PUMC) will provide evening meals for Family Promise on January 22-28, 2023.

The families are now in the new shelter – Almost Home – at 7233 E. County Road 300 S., Plainfield. They aim for a 6:00 p.m. supper time. Meals can be dropped off at or before 6:00 p.m. They have a kitchen fully stocked with plates, cookware, utensils, etc. You are welcome and encouraged to stay and have supper with the families. A Family Promise overnight staff person will be there by 6:00 p.m. (usually earlier).

We will receive the family information the week before we host to know how many meals are needed. It can be up to six families of varying sizes. (Currently, there are 6 families, 7 adults, and 14 children.) Meals are served family style.
Contact Mary Raver at mraver@pumc.org with questions or to sign up for a meal!

Christmas Poinsettias

POINSETTIAS GIVEN BY AND IN LOVING MEMORY

Betty Barding in memory of Keith Barding and loved ones

Rebecca Blackwelder in memory of Barbara Blackwelder & Horace Blackwelder: loving parents to Mark & Rebecca and grandparents to Gray and Mark Jr.

Kay Blevins and family in memory of husband and father Jack Blevins

Ruth Anne Bowen in memory of Noble Bowen (1930-2009)

Clayton & Carol Foxworthy in memory of Lee Foxworthy and Doyle & Rosemary Bilyeu

Phil & Judy Heffelman, in memory of our parents, Eugene & Jeannette Tague and Melvin & Gaynell Brown

John & Sue Hylton in memory of our parents: Tom & Thelma Castleman and Byron & Ellen Hylton

Tamara and Sarah Miller and Terry Jones in memory of our parents/grandparents, Ken & Carolyn Jolly

Daniel & Debi Kinnamon, in memory of Carol and Jeff Edmondson

Jane Martin in memory of John Martin

Jim, Kelly, Brandon and Matthew Rodarmel, in memory of Marcia Rodarmel

Larry & Anne Rudy in memory of our grandson Brayden Smith

Eleanor Vermillion and family in memory of Ed Vermillion

Judith Watts in memory of Robert R., Charlotte M., and Robert C. Watts

Dotty Wilson in memory of family members no longer with us – Dick, Terri, Ed, and Tyler

Judy Zirkle, in memory of my sister, Diane Dammeyer

Mary Martha Circle in memory of Ilse Hawkins

POINSETTIAS GIVEN BY AND IN CELEBRATION

Barbara Baker in celebration of my children and grandchildren

Rebecca & Mark Blackwelder in celebration of Gracen’s successful completion of their first quarter at college and our loving parents, Carol & Bob Grimm and Pat Blackwelder.

Kay Blevins in celebration of our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren

Sue Doty, in celebration of Helen Wallen

Bud & Anita Green in celebration of and in gratitude for our family

Daniel & Debi Kinnamon in celebration of Valerie Clark

Treva Marcum-Rubsam in celebration of my dear grandchildren, “Treva’s Terrific Ten”!

Jim & Martha Roath in celebration of our grandchildren

Larry & Anne Rudy in celebration of our grandchildren: Taylor Rudy, Bryce Smith, Brock Smith, Samuel Kessler, and Benjamin Kessler

Christmas Eve Offering for Family and Child Ministries

On Christmas Eve, December 24, PUMC will receive a special offering at all worship experiences (4, 7, 9, and 11 p.m.) to support local families and children in need. The entirety of that evening’s offerings will go to ministries and programs that support and assist children, youth, and families in the local area. These gifts carry the spirit of Christmas all year long! Thank you for your generosity.