We are so glad to welcome you to worship this morning!
CONNECT
Thank you for spending time at Plainfield United Methodist Church today! We hope that you enjoy worship and are able to experience God’s presence in this place. Please stop by the Welcome Center in the South lobby to talk with a PUMC member, learn more about PUMC, and receive a free gift.
COFFEE & REFRESHMENTS
In the North lobby, you’ll find great coffee, refreshments and a place to chat and meet people. Please make yourself at home.
PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN
The children’s programs of PUMC are well supervised and offer warm, caring, and fun atmospheres. INFANT AND TODDLERS care is in room 15 from 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. every Sunday. THREE – PRE-K AGED CHILDREN Sunday school is at 10:00 a.m. in room 20. CHILDREN GRADES K-5 “Bible Explorers” begins at 10:00 in the south hallway. Classrooms
are marked. Children may begin arriving 9:45 a.m. in room 107, the Gathering Place, for worship and music before class.
During all worship services in the sanctuary, activity bags for children are available from the ushers.
STUDENT MINISTRY PROGRAMS
Middle and High School students will find a worship experience led by Youth Pastor Bob Preusch and the student worship team at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday upstairs in room 200.
ADULT SMALL GROUP LIFE
Learn more about the many adult small groups at PUMC by picking up a brochure from the information rack in the south lobby.
SPIRITUAL SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT
Stephen Ministers are church members trained to be confidential, listening, prayerful encouragers to anyone needing extra support for life’s challenges. Please contact a Stephen Minister by phoning the church office.
WEEKDAY CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
PUMC offers weekday children’s programs for ages 12 months—age 5. Please email Director Sigrid Schuld at sschuld@pumc.org.
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
For children in Grades K-5 from 6:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. For more information, email Director Carissa Wooden at cwooden@pumc.org.
CONTACT US
600 Simmons Street, Plainfield IN 46168 PUMC.ORG | 317.839.2319 | pumc@pumc.org
JANUARY 14, 2018 CLASSIC WORSHIP | 8:45 & 10:00 A.M. PREACHING CHAPEL | 11:15 A.M.
BREAD OF LIFE, WE ARE WHAT WE EAT MATTHEW 4:4 REV. KEN LOUDENBACK
I love to eat. My fondest memories of family generally contained a common meal. The feasts themselves contained recipes of everyone’s liking and many dishes. I loved to eat large portions of everything. It seemed I could eat as much as I wanted and still stay skinny. Those were the days. As I have gotten older, I have learned that I need to eat smaller portions and a more balanced diet. Less pie and more vegetables. What I have really learned is that the physical food was not the only thing that fed me. It was the spiritual food I received with the gathering of family and close friends. I learned this by eating the same meals by myself. It just isn’t the same. When we are fed on the Holy Spirit, we feed each other. This is what truly satisfies us. We have our best life when we feed on God’s word and share it with others. Man does not live on bread alone. We are what we eat.
CLASSIC WORSHIP NOTES The piano solo played by Organ Scholar Jaime Carini and the Adult Choir’s anthem both feature J. S. Bach’s familiar “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” and the choral anthem incorporates an old hymn, “Praise Him, Praise Him.” Bach was responsible for composing a cantata for each Sunday of the year as well as festival services in the church. He frequently reworked his own compositions or used melodies from other composers in these cantatas. “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” was a melody written by Johann Schop in 1642 which Bach harmonized and orchestrated as the chorale in the 1723 version of his Cantata No. 147, Herz und Mund, und Tat und Leben” (Heart and Mouth and Deed and Life). This cantata is the 32nd surviving cantata of the 200 cantatas Bach wrote. Today’s postlude features the Trumpet En Chamade, the horizontal pipes positioned at the back of the sanctuary. En chamade means “to sound a parley” such as might have been used during Medieval times. Trumpet stops are part of the reed family of organ sounds. The Trumpet En Chamade sounds particularly “reedy” as the horizontal pipes project their sound directly into the room. Some might describe the sound as celebratory as they are lovingly called “party horns” by organists. The idea of horizontal pipes was brought to France from Spain and Portugal by French organ builder Cavaillé-Coll who popularized the use of horizontal pipes in his organs. John Stanley’s composition “Trumpet Tune” makes full use of the Trumpet En Chamade. As you listen to the postlude, make note of the interplay of the reedy trumpet timbre with the remainder of the organ.
A TIME TO WORSHIP PRELUDE
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
arr. Mark Hayes
* WELCOME & GREETING * HYMN OF PRAISE 715 Rejoice, the Lord Is King
* CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader : We come to the Lord hungering and thirsting. People : Jesus is the living bread! Leader: O Lord give us the bread of hope. People: Feed us with your love and healing power. Leader: Instill in us love and compassion that we may also feed others. People: Praise be to you, O Lord, for your compassion for us. All : Praise be to you, O Lord, for your steadfast love.
ANTHEM Träumerei
Robert Schumann
SCRIPTURE Red Pew Bible 785 Matthew 4:4 MESSAGE
Bread of Life, We Are What We Eat
Rev. Ken Loudenback
HYMN OF RESPONSE 620
One Bread, One Body
TIME FOR PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD’S PRAYER 895
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. OFFERTORY Praise Him, Praise Him Adult Choir J. S. Bach
* HYMN FOR PARTING 672 God Be with You till We Meet Again
* DISMISSAL & BLESSING * POSTLUDE Trumpet Tune (*) asterisk indicates time for persons, who are able, to stand.
John Stanley
Tuesdays, January 16 - March 13, 2018 Learn more & register at http://pumc.link/FPU
2018 CHURCH-WIDE STUDY THE WESLEY CHALLENGE: 21 DAYS TO A MORE AUTHENTIC FAITH
On January 21, 2018, PUMC will launch another engaging all-church worship and small group study experience. The Wesley Challenge: 21 Days to a More Authentic Faith encourages participants to grow in their faith through an intentional disciplebuilding process. Be a part of a small group for this series and learn and grow in a deeper faith. Sign-ups continue today in the Main Lobby. Groups are scheduled nearly every day of the week January 21 through February 4. Groups will meet once each week for three weeks. A donation of $10 is suggested (but not required) for the participant book. Learn more at the display at PUMC on Sundays leading up to the January 21 start. You can help make this a formational – and transformational – experience for group participants by leading a small group. To express interest, contact Pastor Ken Loudenback at kloudenback@ pumc.org. Orientation for group leaders is on Sunday January 14, 2018.
FOOTBALL SUNDAY AT PLAINFIELD UMC! Sunday, February 4, is game day across America. Invite a friend to NewDay Praise Worship (8:45 and 10:00 a.m.) to hear from some NFL players about their lives with Christ, on and off the field. And help make this a ‘souper’ Sunday for some hungry people. Bring canned soup to donate to the local food pantry.
PUMC FINANCES AND FUTURE: AN OPEN MEETING Thank you for prayerfully considering the spiritual question of stewardship, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give to support PUMC’s ministries through the Basic Ministry Budget?” Based on best estimates of pledged and unpledged giving, 2018 giving in support of the Basic Ministry (operating) Budget will be approximately $1,026,592. The 2018 budget has been reduced to the 2017 budget of $1,052,434 based on Consecration Sunday responses. We currently anticipate falling $25,842 short of this budget, which does not include increases for rising costs in 2018. As we consider God’s future for PUMC, leadership invites you to join us for an important conversation on Sunday, January 21, 1:30 p.m., at PUMC in the Sanctuary. At this meeting, you will receive more information about the current state of PUMC’s finances and future considerations. You will also be asked to consider additional giving to PUMC. If you feel led to make an additional pledge or gift to the 2018 Basic Ministry Budget before January 21, please contact Brenda Barnett, Financial Administrator, at bbarnett@pumc.org or through the church office. Thank you for your generosity and for your prayerful stewardship of your giving.
BOOK AND MEDIA GIVEAWAY! Please visit the table in Clayton Hall this morning to find books and a variety of media for you to take home. Items are surplus from the PUMC library looking for a new home. Items are free for you to take (or make a freewill offering which will be used for PUMC library expenses and new resources). Happy reading!
CALENDAR • Upcoming
events can be found on the Plainfield UMC website at pumc.org/ calendar or via the Plainfield UMC Mobile App, available at pumc.link/getapp
TODAY @ PUMC
• Book & Media Giveaway (Clayton Hall)
GRIEFSHARE BEGINS AT PUMC If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, to death you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before. GriefShare begins February 21 at PUMC to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. GriefShare is a thirteen-week, Christcentered, biblically-based support group experience. A grieving person can join at any time during the thirteen weeks and the group is open to anyone seeking support in their grief. Each session shows a video presentation followed by small group discussion about the video. The video presents experts, ministers and Christian counselors discussing grief and recovery subjects helpful to persons who are grieving. Real people share their stories of what has helped them deal with the pain of losing a family member or friend through death. During the week between meetings, group members complete a Bible study and practical exercises to help them heal from grief. To register for PUMC’s GriefShare group, or to learn more, please contact PUMC’s GriefShare leader, Shannen Shortt at sshortt@pumc.org.
what?s next
2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Sunday, January 21 Classic Worship
Open It: What glorious sights have you seen in nature? How did they make you feel when you saw them? Explore It: Have you ever had the feeling that seeing the glory of God directly could be overwhelming? Get It: What freedom do you have because of the Spirit of the Lord? How do you use that freedom? Apply It: How can you plan to see the glory of the Lord this week? Will you let that vision change you?
PUMC IS SEEKING A PARTTIME PRAISE WORSHIP LEADER. The ideal candidate will have a visible and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ displayed in his/her leadership of an established volunteer praise band and vocal team and in their leadership of the church’s Praise Worship Music Ministry. Expectations include leading and encouraging existing praise band and vocalists; being fully responsible for worship music for Praise Worship every Sunday (8:45 and 10:00 a.m.), and collaborating with pastoral leadership to develop meaningful and effective worship that continues to grow in scope and excellence. For complete details about the position and application information, please visit pumc. org (Staff; Available Positions). Completed applications received by February 1, 2018, will be given priority consideration.
PUMC VITAL SIGNS
PRAISE & PRAYER
GIVING
JANUARY 7, 2018: CONTRIBUTION PAID IN 2017 FOR 2018 TOTAL YTD 2018: TOTAL YTD 2017: ONLINE GIVING FOR DECEMBER
$20,548 $61, 215 $83,763 $40,370 $14,495
ATTENDANCE
JANUARY 7, 2018: PREVIOUS 52 WK AVG: IN SERVICE TO PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF THIS CONGREGATION LAST WEEK:
351 351 20
WAYS TO GIVE
Known in the hospital this week: Herb Stultz Vi Stilwell Hospitality Volunteers include: Dennis & Nancy Darrow, Tom Hilligoss, Ben & Justin Laver, Linda & Greg Cook, Carolyn Mercer, Tom & Charlene Highsmith, Greg & Karen Hole, Jim & Darlene White, Shirley Overton, Gabriel Hansen, John & Sue Hylton, Diane Preusch, Brian Meyer, Lou & Vern Sullenger, Dick & Shirley Belcher, Jay Harbison, Jerry Nadin, Andy Montgomery, Grady Daubenspeck, Darrell Kehrt, Shannen Shortt, Ted Underwood, Clint Groeschen, Shana Schreiner, Chris Fred Acolytes: 8:45 a.m. Liturgist: 8:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Benjamin Laver Justin Laver Rick Jones Pam Lyons
Infant/Toddler Room this Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Kathy Everman 10:00 a.m. Becca Mount 11:15 a.m. Kathy Everman
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pumc.link/getapp PUMC STAFF: Charlie Wilfong Senior Pastor Elizabeth Gilbert Associate Pastor Ken Loudenback Associate Pastor Bob Preusch Pastor of Youth Ministries Michael Pettry Director of Music Jaime Carini Organ Scholar Lynn Blosser Bell Choir Director Brent Miller Office Manager Eiric Shriner Communications Brenda Barnett Financial Administrator Sigrid Schuld Weekday Children’s Director Carissa Wooden Kids Connection Director Steve Manning Facility Manager Bonnie Walden Custodian/Housekeeper Brooks Wagler Night Custodian Contact staff members through the church office at 317.839.2319 or by email. (first initial, last name@pumc.org)