IN MY FATHER’S HOUSE…
We are so glad to welcome you to worship this morning!
WORSHIP TIMES
CLASSIC WORSHIP: Sundays at 8:45 & 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. NEWDAY PRAISE WORSHIP: Sundays at 8:45 & 10:00 a.m. in the Worship Annex. YOUTH WORSHIP: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in room 200. PREACHING CHAPEL: Sundays at 11:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
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 provided 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. All day care also available from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 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
MARCH 18, 2018 CLASSIC WORSHIP | 8:45 & 10:00 A.M. PREACHING CHAPEL | 11:15 A.M.
IN MY FATHER’S HOUSE… JOHN 4:1-14 REV. CHARLIE WILFONG
If you are considering travel, there are basics to consider. Where are we going? Who is making the arrangements? What are the accommodations/rooms like? How do we get there? Who’s going to meet us when we get there? What will we do there? Each of us faces an ultimate trip in our future, our trip from this life to the life hereafter. We have nearly the same questions about this trip. But we don’t want the thoughts of a philosopher or the research of a scientist. We want to hear how God would answer our questions about the Larger Life. If Jesus were here, what would he say? The good news is that Jesus did answer these questions.
CLASSIC WORSHIP NOTES We are delighted that you are joining us for Classic Worship as we celebrate God’s beautiful world, both old and new. The prelude and opening hymn both utilize a tune called, “Terra Beata,” which means “beautiful world” in Latin. American hymn composer Franklin L. Sheppard arranged this tune from an old English folk tune, setting it to the text, “This Is My Father’s World” (UMH #144). In addition to composing hymns, Sheppard worked for his father’s company, which manufactured stoves and heaters. The text’s author, Maltbie D. Babcock, wrote this poem “My Father’s World” while serving in his first pastorate in Lockport, New York, where his daily walks among beautiful natural scenery inspired him to pen the text. Lucas Wassmer presents two solos that continue to celebrate creation. “Ev’ry valley shall be exalted” from Messiah by Handel is set to this text: “Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill made low, the crooked straight, and the rough places plain.” It features text painting, which occurs when composers use music to describe the words of the song. Haydn uses a compositional technique called a melisma, where one syllable is sung with many notes, to paint the word “exalted” with florid embellishments. Notice how he juxtaposes this with “plainer,” more straightforward music to the text “the crooked straight, and the rough places plain.” Lucas’s second anthem is by Aaron Copland, whom we think of as a classical American composer. He wrote a beautiful, simple piece to the familiar sacred song, “At the River.” Finally, the closing hymn, “O God, Our Help in Ages Past” (UMH #117) reiterates themes from Pastor Charlie’s sermon as we sing of our trust in Christ to bring us into our heavenly home, God’s beautiful new world.
A TIME TO WORSHIP
PRELUDE
Meditation on “Terra Beata”
Charles Callahan
* WELCOME & GREETING * HYMN OF PRAISE 144 This Is My Father’s World * THE APOSTLES’ CREED 882
ANTHEM
“Ev’ry Valley Shall be Exalted” from Messiah Lucas Wassmer, tenor SCRIPTURE Red Pew Bible 877 John 14:1-14
MESSAGE
In My Father’s House… ANTHEM At the River
Rev. Charlie Wilfong Aaron Copland Lucas Wassmer, tenor
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.
GIVING
OFFERTORY
Blessed Assurance
Because God gives, we give. Thank you for your generosity.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION * HYMN FOR PARTING 117
Joyful Praise Bells
O God Our Help In Ages Past
vs. 1-2,4,6
* DISMISSAL & BLESSING * POSTLUDE Fanfare on Agincourt Hymn
Charles Callahan
(*) asterisk indicates time for persons, who are able, to stand.
MARCH 11 PUMC CHURCH CONFERENCE REPORT On Sunday, March 11, 2 p.m. in the PUMC Sanctuar y, PUMC held a Special Called Church Conference to consider approving a capital campaign to fund needed building maintenance, upgrades, and renovations. The motion was passed by PUMC church members by a vote of 69 to 15. Please find minutes from this meeting, the full motion and supporting documents, and a prayer guiding PUMC forward at pumc.org. Hard copies are available in the church office. Please use the prayer daily as PUMC launches this improvement initiative, Transforming for Tomorrow. And be in touch with pastors through the church office with questions.
CONGRATULATIONS PASTOR ELIZABETH PUMC is pleased to congratulate Pastor Elizabeth Gilbert on her completion of the United Methodist Course of Study. This training for local, licensed pastors in The United Methodist Church includes 20 seminary level classes, practical assignments, and active participation and leadership in the local church. We celebrate Elizabeth’s graduation and ongoing ministry at PUMC!
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LAST SATURDAY LUNCH You are invited on Saturday, March 31, for a nourishing lunch and some great fellowship. Lunch is provided by members of PUMC. This is a free meal to all the community served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Clayton Hall. Please enter through Door 14.
HOLY THURSDAY
MARCH 29 AT 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CLASSIC WORSHIP
EASTER CELEBRATION
APRIL 1 AT 8:45 & 10:00 A.M. SANCTUARY NEWDAY PRAISE WORSHIP
EASTER CELEBRATION
APRIL 1 AT 8:45 & 10:00 A.M. WORSHIP ANNEX
what s next ?
John 12:12-19
Sunday, March 25 Classic Worship Open It: How do people usually react when they meet a celebrity? Explore It: How did the crowd greet Jesus when he arrived in Jerusalem? Get It: What did you hear about Jesus that led you to seek him? Apply It: How will you honor and worship Jesus with your life today?
CALENDAR | MAR 18 - 25 SUNDAY
Worship Disciple 1 Fast Track with Ken Loudenback
MONDAY
Homeless Ministry Food Prep Homeless Ministry Food Delivery Joyful Praise Bell Choir Rehearsal Staff Parish Relations Committee Chancel Bell Choir Rehearsal Lenten Small Group with Kathy Perry Children’s Council
See page 2 1:00 p • K 12:00 p • Ki 5:00 p • O 6:00 p • B 6:30 p • W 7:00 p • B 7:00 p • L 7:00 p • 9
TUESDAY
Tuesday Morning Prayer Group Nine on Tuesday JOY ChristCare Group with Diane Preusch Trustees Meeting Disciple 2 Fast Track with Kathy Perry 4-H Explorers Stephen Ministry - Peer Supervision
8:30 a • K 9:00 a • Y 6:30 p • K 7:00 p • K 7:00 p • L 7:00 p • 205 7:00 p • 213
WEDNESDAY
Mary Martha Circle United Methodist Women More Than Conquerors Connection Point H.S. Youth Bible Study GriefShare Support Meeting Adult Small Group with the Kortys Satisfying the Hunger ChristCare Small Group
2:00 p • K 3:00 p • 200 6:00 p • O 6:00 p • K 6:15 p • W 7:00 p • L
THURSDAY
Bible Study with Pastor Ron Mercer NewDay Praise Team Rehearsal Adult Choir Rehearsal
9:00 a • K 6:00 p • A 7:30 p • S
FRIDAY SATURDAY
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pumc.link/getapp Calendar Legend: A=Worship Annex, B=Bell Room, CH=Clayton Hall, K=Koinonia Room, L=Library, M=Choir Room, O=Off-site, S=Sanctuary, V=Various Classrooms, Y=Youth Room Upstairs, #=Room Number
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PUMC VITAL SIGNS GIVING
PRAISE & PRAYER
MARCH 11, 2018: YTD CONTRIBUTIONS: PRIOR YTD CONTRIBUTIONS: ONLINE GIVING FOR FEBRUARY
$20,926 $266,999 $220,454 $21,943
GIVING: EXPENSES: GIVING-EXPENSE BALANCE: 2 MONTH’S “BUDGET”:
$227,561 $179,274 $48,288 $174,245
2018 YTD BASIC MINISTRY BUDGET THRU FEB.
ATTENDANCE
MARCH 11, 2018: PREVIOUS 52 WK AVG: IN SERVICE TO PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF THIS CONGREGATION LAST WEEK:
415 459 27
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Known in the hospital this week: Bob Preusch Alex Dunn Orville Stenger Jim Ward Ilse Hawkins Steve Best Please take a moment to touch and pray over the blanket for: Brenda Pierce from Ordinary People Sunday School Class with prayers for comfort and healing. Ilsa Hawkins from Ordinary People Sunday School Class with prayers for comfort and healing. In thanksgiving for Michael Pettry’s ministry as PUMC Director of Music, gifts may be made to the “PUMC Music Guild” to support music ministry expenses incurred beyond the Basic Ministry Budget. Hospitality Volunteers include: Tom & Dolly Hilligoss, Ben & Justin Laver, Connie & Mary Raver, Shelby Williamson, Janet Gouldsmith, Mark Hossler, Ryan Gadberry, Christie Sinclair, Joel Wesley, Paul Schreiner, Tom Wiltrout, Ted Underwood, Ray Shannon, Mike Woodward, Kim Lease, Blake Woodward, Scott Slavens, Matt Kirchoff, Dan Bigelow, Mike & Mary Ann Hamilton, Jerry Schultz, Tom Bassler, Linda Linn, Mike and Laurie Rohrer Acolytes 8:45 a.m. Kristin Wesley Michael Langley Liturgist: 8:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Brian Larcom Tamara Miller
Infant/Toddler Room this Sunday: 8:45 a.m. Kathy Everman 10:00 a.m. Kathy Everman
PUMC STAFF: Charlie Wilfong Elizabeth Gilbert Ken Loudenback Bob Preusch Jacob Wolverton Jaime Carini Lynn Blosser Brent Miller Eiric Shriner Brenda Barnett Sigrid Schuld Carissa Wooden Steve Manning Bonnie Walden Brooks Wagler
Senior Pastor Associate Pastor Associate Pastor Pastor of Youth Ministries NewDay Praise Worship Leader Interim Director of Music Bell Choir Director Office Manager Communications Financial Administrator Weekday Children’s Director Kids Connection Director Facility Manager Custodian/Housekeeper Night Custodian
Contact staff members through the church office at 317.839.2319 or by email. (first initial, last name@pumc.org)
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