Join Plainfield UMC’s men, young men, and guests for Men’s Breakfast every third Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in the Worship Annex. Enter through Door 14.
Enjoy a hearty meal, good conversation, and time in Scripture as we grow in faith and fellowship. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been attending for years, this is a welcoming space to connect with God and one another.
Bring your Bible, bring a friend, and come hungry—for food, fellowship, and God’s Word. All are welcome—just as you are.
As the school year passes its halfway point, many students begin running low on the basics that help them learn and feel prepared. Winter weather also takes a toll—gloves get lost, clothing wears out, and personal care items often run short. For families already stretched thin after the holidays, these needs can be hard to meet.
Your donations help students stay warm, organized, and confident. When children have what they need, they can focus on learning instead of what they’re missing.
Girls/boys joggers (sizes 4/5, 6/7, 7/8); black gloves (adult small & medium—PMS); elementary hats and gloves; trial-size deodorant sticks; small pouches for feminine hygiene products.
Art boxes; scissors; water bottles; glue sticks; broad-tip and washable markers; colored pencils; dry-erase markers; solid-color folders and plastic 3-hole punched folders; wide-ruled spiral notebooks; mechanical pencils; 3-ring binders (1”–3”); zippered Trapper Keepers.
Every item helps a child finish the year feeling supported and ready to succeed.
Donations can be dropped off at the Donation Depot, located at Door 1.
Youth Worship — Sunday, Dec. 14
10 a.m. • Room 200
Theme: There Is Peace
Peace is everywhere this time of year—on signs, sweaters, and Christmas cards. Yet real peace can feel hard to find. As our Advent series continues, we’ll look at what true peace is and why the peace Jesus offers doesn’t depend on perfect circumstances. We’ll explore how peace can exist even in chaos and how we can share that peace with others.
Read Ahead: Luke 2:10–14
Two youth volunteers are needed on the first Monday of each month. The next open date is Jan. 5. Sign up by the youth room.
We’re heading to Cleveland, Ohio, June 7–13. Pre-register to save your spot and talk with Brandon if you have questions.
Youth are helping on Dec. 14 from 1–4 p.m. Volunteers are needed for games, crafts, and gift prep. Contact Brandon to join in.
On Dec. 14, the Growing Young Team will be in the Main Lobby collecting names and contact information for young adults (graduates through age 29). You can also email Pastor Abby at alietz@pumc.org with their info. PUMC is preparing care packages and support teams for the year ahead.
Sunday, Dec. 14 • 6:30 p.m.
PUMC Sanctuary
Free Community Event
For the first time, the Indy Winds Flute Choir is bringing its shimmering holiday sound to Plainfield UMC. This free winter concert blends flutes from piccolo to contrabass into a warm, orchestral tapestry—perfect for a peaceful December evening. Enjoy selections from Bach, Vivaldi, and Mozart, seasonal works written for flute choir, and a narrated performance of The Night Before Christmas. Bring family and friends for this joyful debut performance and a night of music that lifts the spirit and fills the sanctuary with beauty.
Pick up a warm, ready-to-go meal on the second Saturday of each month. Enter Door 14 and step into the kitchen for takeout that’s hearty, homemade, and filled with the kind of comfort only a shared meal can bring.
Know someone who could use a meal, a moment of relief, or a tangible sign that they matter? Contact MaryAnn at m.a.hamilton2@gmail.com and help make that connection.
This is your chance to brighten someone’s day in a real, practical way. Join us—share good food, extend genuine care, and help carry PUMC’s spirit of hospitality far beyond our church walls.
Grab your copy of the PUMC Christmas Catalog today in the North or South Lobby. This seasonal guide includes Advent events, Christmas Eve worship, and a community calendar so you can easily plan your month.
Inside, you’ll find worship opportunities, special gatherings, service projects, and family-friendly activities—everything you need to make this season meaningful and memorable.
Don’t leave without one. Pick up the catalog, explore what’s ahead, and step into a season filled with hope, joy, and connection.
Do you have a college-age student or post-high school young person PUMC could connect with and send love to? This Sunday and next (Dec. 7th and 14th) members of the Growing Young Team will be in the Main Lobby before and after the 10am services to collect names and contact information about our young adults — high school graduates through age 29. We will be assembling care packages and creating teams to shower them with love, prayer and support in the year ahead.
Stay tuned for more details, and thank you for helping us Grow Young with our young adults!
December at PUMC is a season when our church family steps forward in meaningful, hands-on ways to share Christ’s love. The Missions Committee invites you to take part in the many opportunities for service and generosity happening throughout the month. You’ll find a full calendar of events at the end of this article to help you stay connected and plan your participation.
As food collection continues all month, every donation helps ensure that families in our community have what they need during the winter season. Thank you for continuing to give so faithfully.
Several ministries will be active throughout December. Our Homeless Ministry will offer multiple Satisfying the Hunger outreach days, preparing and delivering meals to those living in the camps and on the streets. These gatherings provide not only food but also dignity, compassion, and connection.
The Cubs Den Ministry will prepare and deliver meals twice this month, supporting local children and families with steady, reliable help. Each meal prepared makes a real difference.
Angel Tree season brings joyful energy as volunteers sort gifts and gather with families at the annual Christmas party. Meanwhile, our partnership with IPS #34 supports their Christmas Shop, helping families choose needed items with pride and hope.
Regular ministries continue with Second Saturday Lunch and Last Saturday Lunch, offering a warm meal to anyone seeking hospitality.
And throughout December, Alternative Christmas Gifts will once again provide a meaningful way to honor loved ones while directly supporting ministries that serve our neighbors.
Thank you for being part of this important work. As you read through the calendar below, we encourage you to choose one or more opportunities to serve. Together, we extend God’s love in powerful, practical ways.
Food Collection Continues All Month
| Dec. 1 | Satisfying the Hunger (Homeless Ministry) |
| Dec. 4 | Cubs Den Meal Prep |
| Dec. 5 | Cubs Den Meal Delivery |
| Dec. 7 | Angel Tree Gift Sort |
| Dec. 8 | Satisfying the Hunger (Homeless Ministry) |
| Dec. 11–12 | IPS #34 Christmas Shop |
| Dec. 13 | Second Saturday Lunch |
| Dec. 14 | Angel Tree Christmas Party |
| Dec. 14 | Alternative Christmas Gifts Available |
| Dec. 15 | Satisfying the Hunger (Homeless Ministry) |
| Dec. 18 | Cubs Den Meal Prep |
| Dec. 19 | Cubs Den Meal Delivery |
| Dec. 21 | Alternative Christmas Gifts Available |
| Dec. 22 | Satisfying the Hunger (Homeless Ministry) |
| Dec. 27 | Last Saturday Lunch |
| Dec. 29 | Satisfying the Hunger (Homeless Ministry) |
Alternative Christmas Gifts also available Dec. 7.
This December, the PUMC Sanctuary will be filled with shimmering sound, soaring melodies, and the unmistakable spirit of the season as the Indy Winds Flute Choir presents a free winter concert for our community. On Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m., this remarkable ensemble will offer an evening of music that is as elegant as it is inviting—perfect for families, music lovers, and anyone seeking a peaceful moment in the heart of the Christmas season.
The Indy Winds Flute Choir is one of central Indiana’s most distinctive musical groups, known for its lush blend of flutes of every size—piccolo, concert flute, alto, bass, and the rarely heard contrabass flute. The result is a tapestry of sound that is surprisingly full and orchestral, yet warm and intimate.
This year’s program brings together a beautiful selection of classical and seasonal favorites. Audiences will hear the sparkling energy of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, the lyrical interplay of Vivaldi’s Concerto for Four Violins—reimagined for flutes—and the majestic themes of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony. These masterworks are paired with winter-inspired pieces written specifically for flute choir, along with a narrated performance of The Night Before Christmas that adds a storybook glow to the evening.
The concert is completely free, and all are welcome. Bring a friend, invite a neighbor, and settle into a night of warmth, artistry, and holiday spirit. We look forward to sharing this exceptional experience with you.
You’re invited to a joyful Christmas celebration led by the children of our Weekday Ministry. On Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m., the Worship Annex will be filled with music, laughter, and the wonder of the season as our youngest learners share the Christmas story in their own delightful way.
This beloved program reflects the heart of our Weekday Ministry, where children learn Bible stories, practice simple prayers, and explore faith through hands-on, creative experiences all year long. Families, staff, and volunteers consistently share how stepping into these classrooms “brings a smile to your face”—and this Christmas program offers the whole community a chance to see that same joy on full display.
After the children finish their performance, they’ll join their families in the congregation, and the celebration will continue with a Community Carol Sing. Nick Fennig, PUMC’s organist, will lead from the pipe organ as we join together in singing beloved Christmas hymns and carols. It’s a warm, spirited way to extend the evening—voices rising together, neighbors gathered close, and the holiday season wrapped in music.
This celebration is open to everyone. Whether you have a child in the program, are connected to PUMC, or simply want to share a community-centered Christmas gathering, you are welcome. Bring a friend, invite a neighbor, and join us for a night filled with joy, music, and the wonder of the season.
Come support our Weekday Ministry kids and stay as we lift our voices together in the spirit of Christmas. Everyone is invited, and all are welcome.
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