The Meaning of Good Friday

Good Friday celebrates what we believe to be the most momentous weekend in the history of the world. Ever since Jesus died and was raised, Christians have proclaimed the cross and resurrection of Jesus to be the decisive turning point for all creation. Paul considered it to be “of first importance” that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and was raised to life on the third day, all in accordance with what God had promised all along (1 Corinthians 15:3).

On Good Friday, we remember the day Jesus willingly suffered and died by crucifixion as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins (1 John 1:10). The Sunday after Good Friday is Easter, the glorious celebration of the day Jesus was raised from the dead, heralding his victory over sin and death and pointing ahead to a future resurrection for all who are united to him by faith (Romans 6:5).

Based on What’s So Good About Good Friday, Christianity.com

PUMC will sponsor a CROP Hunger Walk to help the refugees from Ukraine on May 1 at 2:00 p.m. The CROP walk is a community-wide event sponsored by Church World Service and organized by local churches or groups to raise funds to end hunger at home and around the world.

The mass exodus of people from Ukraine has left many surrounding areas in dire need of food, water, shelter, sanitation, and financial help to assist the fleeing refugees. Church World Service already has partners on the ground in Moldova, where over 200,000 refugees have already crossed the border and need assistance. Please join us as we walk 3 miles to raise money to support our brothers and sisters in Ukraine. If you are interested in walking or donating to this effort, please email Mary Geible at marygeible50@gmail.com or Ted Underwood at teund5@yahoo.com. We will meet at Rec Center by the Splash Island parking lot at 1:45 p.m. Checks can be made to CWS/CROP with walk4Ukraine on the memo line.

GIVEN IN LOVING MEMORY OF:

My loving husband Bruce, by Denise Alm
Steven Linville and Paul Fulp, by Anonymous
My husband, Bill, and our parents, by Barbara Baker
Keith Barding and Loved Ones, by Betty Barding
My father Noble Bowen, by Pam Blackard
Horace Blackwelder, our loving father and grandfather, by Mark & Rebecca Blackwelder
Ted Blosser, by Lynn Blosser
Donna Coulson, by Jim Coulson
Bernie Smit, by Melinda Coulson
Elaine & Delmas Crum, and Eric Schreibman, by Troy & Heather Crum
Our parents, Eugene & Jeanette Tague and Melvin & Gaynell Brown, by Phil & Judy Heffelman
Our parents, Tom & Thelma Castleman, and Byron & Ellen Hylton, by John & Sue Hylton
Cora Lee Rosemary, by Tom & Jane Iles
Carol Edmondson and Jeff Edmondson, by Debi Kinnamon
Our parents William Belser, and Don & Erma Linn, by Mick & Linda Linn
My faithful parents, Bob & Eloise Waggoner, and my loving husband Bill Lyons, by Pam Lyons
John Martin, by Jane Martin
Ken & Carolyn Jolly, by Tamara and Sarah Miller and Terry Jones
Our parents, Ken & Bertie Overbey, and Dick & Barb Wykoff, by Bill & LeeAnn Overbey
Rev. Erma Rohrer, by Hugh Rohrer
Our grandson Brayden, by Larry & Anne Rudy
Earl & Evelyn Sims, by Jonathan & Prudence Sims
Philip and loved ones, by Vern & Lou Sullenger
Ed Vermillion, by Eleanor Vermillion
Robert R., Charlotte and Robert C. Watts, by Judy Watts
My dad Tim Miller, and my sister in the Lord, Charlotte, by Christina Wooley

GIVEN IN CELEBRATION OF:

Our loving church family, by Mark & Rebecca Blackwelder
Our family, by Troy & Heather Crum
Helen Wallen, by Sue Doty
Our children and grandchildren, by Anita Green
God’s beautiful blessings of my “Terrific Ten” grandchildren, by Treva Marcum-Rubsam
Our children Scott and Olivia, and Kyle, by Bill & LeeAnn Overbey
Children Andy, Ariana, Matt, and grandchildren Ellis and Henry, by Debbie Proctor
My husband and Vietnam Veteran Richard, by Sally Risley
Our grandchildren Taylor, Bryce, Brock, Brody, Samuel, and Benjamin, by Larry & Anne Rudy
Our children Matthew, Kayla, and Kristen, by Joel & Cherie Wesley

PUMC will be providing the evening meals for Family Promise families the week of April 18-23. To provide a meal or get more information, please contact Mary Raver at mraver@pumc.org.
The families are currently staying at the WoodSprings Suites Hotel in Plainfield. Meals can be dropped off there or earlier in the day at the Resource Center.

Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests gather at the church on the fourth Saturday in April 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!
After breakfast, the Men’s Breakfast group will be spreading mulch around the church; be sure to bring your gloves, shovels, & rakes!

Check our pumc.org for more information.

You’re invited to join a special group of people who have agreed to use God’s gifts in his service. Some have been part of this group for many years. Some have recently accepted God’s invitation to join in service.

If you have the spiritual gifts of faith, giving, hospitality, service, and help, consider becoming a Communion Steward. This is an opportunity for men and women, people new to PUMC, and those who have been here many years; this is a wonderful opportunity to serve.

This is not a life-long commitment; however, many feel it is an honor and privilege to help in this way. To volunteer to be a Communion Steward, visit pumc.org/serve and fill out the form, Sue Hylton will contact you as soon as possible. If you prefer, you may contact the office and a message will be relayed to Sue. All are welcomed, and you will be answering a call to service.

Join Plainfield United Methodist Church to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Everyone is welcome! Consider personally inviting friends, family, neighbors to celebrate Easter with you. There is plenty of room, great music, and an uplifting message for everyone to enjoy.

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.
Flowers are $10 each. Payment must accompany your order.
Order your Easter Lillies by going to pumc.org/easterlilies by April 11, 2022. 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 April 11 , 2022.

The Staff Parish Relations Committee is pleased to announce that we have selected Lynn Blosser to serve as the Director of Music and Choirs. We have also selected Jane Iles to serve as the Music Assistant to support Lynn. We celebrate their gifts and welcome them to these roles.

Each year an offering is received on UMCOR Sunday (today) which enables that agency (the United Methodist Committee on Relief) to respond immediately to disasters or other emergencies around the world. Money then given for those specific geographic areas or issues at the time of need goes 100% as designated. This offering provides the leadership and connections which makes this possible.
Special envelopes are located on the table near the entrance to the Sanctuary. You may write a check made out to PUMC and marked “UMCOR Sunday” or pumc.org/give and mark your gift “UMCOR Sunday.”