Circuit Rider, November 2016

November 13, 2016 ~ 10:00 a.m.

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A LETTER FROM PASTOR CHARLIE What Are You Reading Lately?

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Now is the time to develop a plan which one can begin for the new year (or sooner, as I will explain).

There are many ways to read through the Bible methodically.

If you have trouble finding one to fit your schedule or taste, I have several and will be glad to share.

Here are some possibilities.

On our website, pumc.org, you will find my personal plan. This plan covers the entire Bible over a two year period, reading the Old Testament, Psalms, and New Testament simultaneously. The plan is sectioned into four-line groupings. Four lines make up a week. Read one line each day.

Choose which four days of each week you will read (you get three days each week off). Using this plan, the average reader will spend only 15 minutes each day (one hour a week) in reading time.

I always begin my plan at the first of December, so that at the start, I am one month “ahead.” So if emergencies arise or I somehow get detained from completing my readings, I don’t get discouraged from getting “behind” because I built in a month’s buffer at the start. It’s a mind game, I know; (continued on page 3)

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recently attended a workshop on the subject of “making disciples” along with Pastor Elizabeth Gilbert and Pastor Bob Preusch. The leader emphasized discipleship accountability groups in the Wesleyan style. Members of such groups answer questions designed to facilitate personal growth and development in relationship with Christ and in faithful Christian witness and living.

“What did you read in scripture this week that was helpful or instructive?” This was one of the accountability questions the leader suggested as part of a routine examination of our life of following Jesus. It is important for followers of Jesus to read the Bible regularly to maintain familiarity with it, to grow in understanding, and to give God opportunities to teach us. So, what are you reading lately?

What did you read in scripture this week that was helpful or instructive?

In order to help with that, I invite you to join me in a planned, complete reading of the Bible. As of the end of 2016, I will have read the Bible 22 times over 29 consecutive years.

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ave the dates for these special worship experiences through the end of 2016!

Nov. 13 Consecration Sunday

Celebration @ Plainfield

High School

(One combined worship,

10:00 a.m., with free

luncheon to follow.)

Dec. 25 Christmas Day Worship

(10:00 a.m. only in both

Classic and NewDay Praise)

600 Simmons Street Plainfield, Indiana 46168-2264 Telephone: 317.839.2319 Fax: 317.839.1509 Sundays Classic Worship: 8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m.

NewDay Praise Worship: 9:50 a.m.

Youth Worship (grades 6-12): 9:45 a.m.

Bible Explorers (grades K-5): 9:45 a.m.

Office Hours: 8:30a.m. – 3:30p.m. (M–F)

Index Senior Pastor’s Letter 1 Newday Pastor’s Letter 4 Youth Ministry 6 Worship Arts 9 Family Assistance 12 Consecration Sunday 13 Mission News 15 Encore Senior Ministry 19 Going Digital 21 Church Council Update 22 Finance Update 23 #AMonthintheLife 24 Notes to the Congregation 25 Serving the Children of Plainfield

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The YouVersion and Olive Tree Bible apps also include reading but I know myself and this keeps plans. Or just Google it and find me going. This December I will be other possibilities! starting with Genesis, Psalms, and Please prayerfully consider Matthew again. I hope you will join renewing your own practice of me or find a plan to read the Bible reading the Bible in its entirety that works for you. or taking up that practice for the I invite you to join me in a first time. God will bless you as you planned, complete reading of the spend time with His written Word.

Bible.

Go in peace. Go with God. And be Another plan I have used in the well. past is offered by Discipleship Shalom, Journal magazine (Discipleship Journal Bible Reading Plan). You can also find it on our website. This plan is very flexible as the included instructions indicate. Notice only 25 reading days each month— built-in catch-up days! (continued from page 1)

NOVEMBER Classic Worship Highlights – 8:30, 9:50 and 11:10 a.m. in the Sanctuary Nov. 6 Celebration of Holy Communion Nov. 13 Consecration Sunday and Luncheon Celebration

One worship service at 10:00 a.m.

at Plainfield High School.

Lunch to follow.

Call the church office to make your reservation.

Nov. 20 Thanksgiving Sunday

Weekly Sunday Classic Worship 8:30, 9:50 and 11:10 a.m. – Sanctuary

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A LETTER FROM PASTOR ELIZABETH Bless the Lord,O my soul, O my soul, Worship his holy name!

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t is a perennial activity this time of year to identify and name the many blessings we enjoy.

Always on our list are things like children and family, daily food and nourishment, work, leisure, safety and security. No doubt, we are thankful for these many blessings.

One of our favorite songs in NewDay Praise is 10,000 Reasons recorded by Matt Redman.

It’s a song that broadens our understanding of the kinds of things for which we might thank God on a regular basis...

Bless the Lord oh my soul Oh my soul Worship His Holy name Sing like never before Oh my soul I’ll worship Your Holy name The sun comes up It’s a new day dawning It’s time to sing Your song again Whatever may pass And whatever lies before me Let me be singing When the evening comes You’re rich in love And You’re slow to anger Your name is great And Your heart is kind For all Your goodness Serving the Children of Plainfield

I will keep on singing Ten thousand reasons For my heart to find And on that day When my strength is failing The end draws near And my time has come Still my soul will Sing Your praise unending Ten thousand years And then forevermore Bless the Lord oh my soul Oh my soul Worship His Holy name Sing like never before Oh my soul I’ll worship Your Holy name In singing this song I am always reminded of the special grace and blessing present in simply having another day to live and work, and a day in which God will be with me, regardless of what it brings.

And my heart is turned more fully toward God as I thank him for who he is... a God who is ‘rich in love,’ ‘slow to anger,’ ‘kind,’ and ‘good.’ It is with peace that I thank him for seeing me through the end of this life and even into the next with strength and assurance.

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thanksgiving? Can we each search out and give thanks for blessings beyond the daily things we enjoy?

Scripture affirms that “...you [God] are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel.” (Psalm 22:3 NRSV) As we praise God, his love and grace are made real in our lives. Celebration is at the heart of NewDay Praise Worship. Even as we study Scripture, pray, confess, seek out the Holy, and bring our gifts before God in worship, we hold as central to our time together in worship that God is great and good and awesome - and we take

every opportunity to...

Worship His Holy name Sing like never before Oh my soul We’ll worship Your Holy name If you’ve not yet, I invite you to join us some Sunday, 9:50 a.m., in the Worship Annex (Clayton Hall) for NewDay Praise Worship. It’s a new day in NewDay, and we’d love for you to be a part of it!

With thanks,

NOVEMBER NEWDAY PRAISE WORSHIP NewDay Praise Worship in November November 6 Life as… Worship

Celebration of Holy Communion November 13 Consecration Sunday and Luncheon Celebration

One PUMC worship service at 10:00 a.m.

at Plainfield High School.

Lunch to follow.

Call the church office to make your reservation.

November 20 Thanksgiving Sunday

Weekly Sunday NewDay Praise Worship 9:50 a.m. – Worship Annex in Clayton Hall

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Youth Ministry

Rev. Bob Preusch, Youth Pastor, bpreusch@pumc.org

2017 Youth Mission Trip to New York City.

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his past September several PUMC youth gathered to discuss our mission trip experiences and the priorities we had for our 2017 mission trip. We settled on New York City for several reasons: not only is New York our largest and most densely populated city, it is also the most culturally diverse city in the United States and maybe the world. While it is an understatement to call New York City iconic, it would be a mistake not to recognize the nature and level of human need that exists in many of its communities.

In the fall of 2012 hurricane Sandy landed with a historic force along the urban coastline of New York and New Jersey. The Serving the Children of Plainfield

hardest hit areas were the Border Islands along the southern edge of western Long Island (Queens and Brooklyn). By the time Sandy’s winds had died out and

it’s waters receded, over 100 lives had been lost, thousands of homes destroyed, millions were suffering without power — and without hope. This is the area on which PUMC’s youth mission will focus.

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communities suffered greatly as families lost everything, and many did not have the resources or emotional support to rebuild. The physical rebuilding that still needs to take place is apparent. We plan to help, but even more we plan to define our trip and interactions with the community as a spiritual and emotional rebuilding. We are eager to join in the work of the Holy Spirit in this city and create lasting relationships that lead to an encounter of Jesus’ love. Our desire is that each family we work with becomes not only our extended family in New York, but joins in our heavenly family. As we rebuild homes and serve in the community we will be sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, knowing that with every nail we hit, board we cut, meal we serve, song we sing, and smile we share we are serving God’s plan building a much bigger home in the Kingdom of Heaven.

This mission trip is open to high school youth (including those entering Grade 9 in the fall of 2017), college-age members of PUMC, and qualified adult leaders. A detailed Information and Registration Packet is available in the Youth Ministries office (room 7). Reservations are being accepted now. For additional information contact Pastor Bob Preusch at bpreusch@pumc.org.

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Upcoming youth events: November 6: Patriotic Bon Fire and Outdoor Games, 6:30 to 8 pm. This is the Sunday before Veterans Day and we will honor veterans with an American Flag retirement ceremony led by PUMC members and Eagle Scouts Bryan Denman and Brad Hancock.

Both young men are trained in this demonstration of respect.

Afterward we’ll build up the fire a bit, have some refreshments and play games. All youth and veterans welcome, and invite your friends and family.

November 11-13: Middle School Fall Retreat Weekend at Pine Creek Camp. Flyers and reservation forms for the Fall Retreat are available in Pastor Bob’s Office, room 7.

December 16: Star Wars “Rogue One” lock-in. Details & sign-up sheet will be posted soon.

December 26-29: Xtreme Conference, High School Retreat in Gatlinburg, TN. Flyers and reservation forms for Xtreme are available in Pastor Bob’s office, room 7.

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Thank you for supporting the 2017 Youth Auction!

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hanks for being part of the youth auction fun whether you donated, bid on items or helped promote the youth auction to family and friends. With over 300 donated items, we had a great variety of items for bidders to choose from. Not only did we have local bidders but the auction team shipped winning items to the top bidders in over 19 states!

Your support has helped make the difference in the lives of young people on their Christian journey. Thank you so very much.

With much appreciation, Pastor Bob

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Worship Arts

Michael Pettry, Director, mpettry@pumc.org

Sing on Christmas Eve

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oin the Adult Choir to sing in our Christmas Eve worship services. All are welcome, and there is no need to audition.

The Adult Choir sings at the 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship services on December 24, and will be joined by symphony orchestra, as has become a special tradition in this church.

Anthems include “O Holy Night” and an arrangement of “O Come, All Ye Faithful” debuted by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

Although the music is not excessively difficult, singers are warmly encouraged to attend all of the rehearsals so as to be good musical support to others in the choir. The rehearsal schedule is as follows: Thursday, Dec 8, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec 15, 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec 22, 7:00-8:30 p.m. *with orchestra Our call is 6:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve, prior to singing at the 7:00 and 9:00 services. For more information, contact Director of Music Michael Pettry mpettry@pumc.org.

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Thank you: Broadway Worship Series

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he PUMC congregation is rich choir and much more. with talent, and the October In addition to the worship “Broadway Backstage” series, the October “Mark Your calendar worship series called 2 evening concert for the next event on to the stage so many “Plainfield Pops: On the PUMC Concert from our church family Broadway” attracted Series: A Lenten who accepted the call more than 500 persons Choral Evensong on to contribute. Thank from throughout the Sunday, March 19, at you to everyone who community, and the 6:00 p.m.” contributed by singing entire sanctuary and solos, constructing the the lobbies were packed marquee in the main lobby, sewed to overflowing! More than $2,00 flags, constructed props, designed was raised for PUMC’s family promotional pieces, sang in the assistance fund as well. Thank you.

The “Plainfield Federation of Churches” invites all to a fun-filled evening of song and devotion. This year’s annual Plainfield Church Federation Christmas Program is December 9, 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium at the Plainfield High School. Bring a friend to celebrate the Christmas season.

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New to PUMC: Pipe Organ Lessons

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ne of the goals associated with restoring and enhancing our pipe organ was that PUMC would be able to offer pipe organ lessons for interested persons from our congregation and from throughout the community.

Indeed, we have one of the most versatile, color-palate-rich, and still accessible pipe organs in the entire state. It short, it offers a fine opportunity for someone to start their pipe organ studies.

Our very own Organ Scholar, Jaime Carini, will offer pipe organ lessons to persons interested in beginning their studies for the first time, and for those who may have previously studied and would like to dust-off their organ shoes.

Generally, the budding organist should already have experience playing the piano, read music, and should be at least in 6th grade.

Depending on the goals of the organ student, a lesson every other week or as infrequently as one per month likely will yield fruit.

Although Jaimie is completing her doctorate in pipe organ performance from Indiana University, Bloomington, these lessons are not at all intimidating!

Share the opportunity with those in the community and in this congregation who may be interested. For more information, contact Organ Scholar Jaimie Carini jcarini@pumc.org.

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The Blessing of Giving

by Marge Welker

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hat are you going to do for Thanksgiving?

At our house all our family gathers around the table with the turkey and all the trimmings and we hold hands making an unbroken circle and say the blessing. Then everyone fills up their plates and enjoys! Touching hands reminds me of my favorite hymn, He Touched Me, by Bill Gaither: Shackled by a heavy burden, ‘Neath a load of guilt and shame; Then the Hand of Jesus touched me, And now I am no longer the same.

He touched me, O He touched me, And O the joy that floods my soul!

Something happened and now I know He touched me and made me whole Have a great Thanksgiving, and touch someone with love.

Also remember to honor our veterans on November 11.

Thank you God for all that grows, Thank you God for the sky’s rainbows, Thank you for the stars that shine, Thank you for these friends of mine, Thank you for the moon and sun, Thank you God for all you’ve done!

Amen.

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Family Assistance

by Ted Underwood

PUMC Family Assistance Shows God’s BIG Love

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UMC is always at the forefront of helping the needy and homeless in the Plainfield area.

One recent statistic suggests that there are 200-250 homeless students in Hendricks County.

PUMC is often able to help by paying for shelter, utilities and other critical needs. This is possible because of your contributions to the Family Assistance Fund. As the weather turns cold, the need will grow. Thank you for showing

God’s BIG Love to these children and families with your financial support. And thanks for your generous contributions to the special offering received at the October PUMC Pops Concert that added over $2000 to the Family Assistance Fund!

Gifts can be made to PUMC, marked for “Family Assistance.”

Give easily and safely at pumc.org.

Thank you!

November 20 - Thanksgiving Sunday. Bring your Blessing Bags to worship on Sunday, November 20, to share about God’s blessings in your life and Glory Sightings (the ways you’ve seen God at work for good) you’ve encountered this month. Blessing bags are available in the church office, the sanctuary, the Worship Annex, and all lobbies.

NewDay Praise Worship invites you to contribute ‘Tissues for Teachers.’ Boxes of tissues collected in the Worship Annex throughout the school year will be delivered to the teachers at Van Buren Elementary School for use in their classrooms with prayers and thanks for their service to the children of Plainfield.

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Mission News

Ruth Ellen Stone, Committee Chair, missions@pumc.org

PUMC Fall Food Drive

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UMC’s Fall Food Drive begins Sunday, October 30. Following worship, grocery bags will be offered along with a list of needed food and household supplies to fill and return to the church for distribution.

(No glass jars, please.)

Deliveries to area food pantries will begin on November 6. Many hungry families are depending on your generous support to help them have meals to provide health and energy. Thank you messages from the food pantries indicate how much your donations are appreciated. If you prefer, you may give a check made out to PUMC with Food Drive indicated.

Red Bird Mission Update

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recent newsletter from Red Bird Mission (Appalachian Mountains) where Tim Crawford, a PUMC-supported missionary serves, describes a newly developed program to build small homes to replace old ones that are beyond repair. Each 768 square foot home will be constructed by volunteer

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work teams. Also in process is a program to improve water quality for area residents, some of whom were previously getting their water supply from nearby polluted streams. This news is celebrated as a way of showing God’s BIG Love to persons in that area of Kentucky.

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CROP Walk

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hanks to all who supported the CROP Walk last month, walking, donating, praying, and helping in other ways. Your generous participation has helped feed hungry families and children locally and around the world.

Mitten Tree

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arm hands, heads, and hearts with your gifts to area children of mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves. Early in November there will be trees in the main lobby and inside door #2 to be “decorated” with your cold-weather gifts. These hats, gloves, scarves and mittens will be delivered to children served by Fletcher Place Community Center in Indianapolis, as well as Indianapolis Public School #34.

Members of PUMC’s Women’s Circles (Small Groups) will deliver these items after Sunday, November 27.

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ake a sleeping mat to provide comfort and warmth to a homeless person this winter. Learn the details November 4, 11 and 18 at 10:30 a.m. in the Koinonia Room. It’s easy and much appreciated by the recipients.

Contact Wanda Hopper via the church office with questions.

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UMC’s Mission Committee will once again offer an Alternative Christmas Gifts plan this Christmas season. Be watching for more details. It is a great way to give a gift without going shopping!

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Angel Tree Ministry Steve Brizendine, angeltree@pumc.org

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UMC shares God’s BIG Love with the children of incarcerated parents each Christmas through the Angel Tree (Prison Ministry) Mission as we provide gifts, cookies, and Bibles for these children. Members of the congregation choose a child from the “Angel Tree” in the main lobby, purchase and wrap the gift. Once returned and sorted, these gifts are delivered to the children on behalf of their incarcerated parent.

There are lots of opportunities to be involved with this mission: Choose a name and buy a gift.

In the main lobby in the coming weeks (Nov. 20, 27, and Dec. 4) pick a name off of the Angel tree and purchase a gift using the info on the angel. Wrap the gift in a box.

Return the single, wrapped item to

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PUMC by noon December 11.

Bake Cookies.

Two and one-half dozen homemade cookies are delivered to each Angel Tree home. The kids love to eat them while opening their Christmas gifts! Deliver cookies to PUMC by 5 p.m., December 16.

Volunteer to sort or distribute gifts and cookies Sunday, December 11, 1 p.m.

If you have questions please contact Steve Brizendine at angeltree@ pumc.org or through the church office.

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!

– 2 Corinthians 9:15 pumc.org

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UMC Adult Mission Trip to Costa Rica March 7 - 15, 2018

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ou are invited to an informational meeting on November 15 about an adult mission trip to Costa Rica in March, 2018. Join with trip organizers in the Worship Annex (Clayton Hall) at 7:00 p.m. If you have any interest in this mission trip, please join Mike Rohrer and Steve Brizendine, mission trip leaders, to learn more and ask questions.

New Adult Study: Basic Training

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ll Christians must be well grounded in the basics of the Christian faith in order for them to grow into maturity. In this DVD series, Dr. R.C. Sproul gives a concise explanation of the fundamental doctrines of Christianity in the Apostles’ Creed. This study will be especially useful for those who desire a small group experience in which to discuss the basic doctrines of Christianity.

Please join us beginning on October 16 as Jerry Rhodes leads the discussion of six thought-provoking subjects.

• What is Faith?

• God the Father • The Person and Work of Christ (Part I) • The Person and Work of Christ (Part II) • The Holy Spirit and the Church • Forgiveness, Resurrection and Eternal Life Group meets in the Wesley Room (#21), located in the south education wing on Sundays at 9:45am. See you there!

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Encore Senior Ministry Sue Hylton, encore@pumc.org

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s 2016 draws to a close, Encore feels very blessed by the various places that have welcomed our fun-loving group and by those who have been so willing to plan activities and meals, drive the bus and vans, share photographs, even plan surprise programs. We know relationships among those who attend will continue to grow and we look forward to making plans for 2017!

Meanwhile, the following are among the activities we have planned for the remainder of 2016: Wednesday, November 2, 9:30 a.m. Indianapolis Motor Speedway $10 with lunch on your own at Avon’s MCL. Tuesday, November 15, noon Dongs Restaurant in Mooresville Lunch at your own expense.

Sign up by Sunday, November 13.

Monday, November 21, 2 p.m.

Gather at PUMC in the Koinonia Room to make plans for 2017.

Please come prepared with ideas and willingness to work.

Tuesday, December 6, noon PUMC – Clayton Hall with awesome entertainment by Rev. David Babb, who will carve as he explains the “History and Legends of Santa Claus.” $11 per person.

Sign up by Sunday, November 27.

Sunday, December 25 Christmas pitch-in brunch in Clayton Hall, after 10 a.m. worship.

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Encore Welcomes Rev. David Babb

Christmas Lunch, December 6 •Clayton Hall, Noon

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hen Rev. David Babb was 12, he began carving toys, ships, marionettes and school projects out of wood for fun. Now 67 and a retired pastor of the Illinois Great Rivers UMC Conference, Babb says his hobby became a ministry 25 years ago when he began teaching others about the art of woodcarving and the meanings behind his carvings. “I believe our Creator has created us to be creative,” says the great-grandfather, who lives in Indianapolis.

Babb says his Santa Claus carvings illustrate the many versions of the character – both male and female – that are found in stories and legends from the past 2000 years.

“There would be no Santa Claus without the Christian faith,” Babb added. “We have used the example of the Magi leaving gifts for Jesus as the springboard for current-day Christmas traditions.”

Please attend the Encore Senior Ministry luncheon to witness Rev. Babb’s creativity as he presents the program “History and Legends of Santa Claus.” Make your reservation at the Encore Desk in the main lobby, on Sundays, November 20 and 27, immediately before or after the 9:50 a.m. worship. $11 per person. Questions? Call Sue Hylton, 317.839.2946.

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PUMC Annual Charge Conference November 5 UMC members are invited to this annual business meeting of the church on Saturday, November 5, 2016, 9:00 a.m.

– noon, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260. PUMC will join with all churches of the Central District of the UMC to celebrate our connectional ministry and make annual reports to the District. Contact the church office for more information

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Calendar of Events PUMC’s November 2016 Calendar of Events can be found at http://pumc.link/calendar.

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Going Digital

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xciting changes are on the horizon for PUMC communications! Over the next eight weeks, PUMC will transition to digital delivery of its monthly newsletter, The Circuit Rider.

If you subscribe to the weekly PUMC eNews, you have already received a preview of this new delivery system. You’ve discovered that the digital version of the newsletter is engaging, easy to use, convenient across all devices, and very shareable. (If you are not subscribed, visit pumc.org to subscribe today!)

Everyone that receives a paper copy of The Circuit Rider delivered to their home via USPS will receive a special mailer in November about this transition.

To continue to receive a paper version of The Circuit Rider, follow the instructions in that mailer.

Otherwise, if PUMC has your email address, you will be transitioned to the digital version.

Trust that both the paper and digital versions will have the same great content, but the digital version will have media rich enhancements such as links to videos and websites.

Begin to receive the digital The Circuit Rider now! Visit pumc. org and subscribe to PUMC eNews. Questions or concerns?

Please phone the church office at 317.839.2319. pumc.org

Church Council Report

Mike Rohrer, Committee Chair, churchcouncil@pumc.org

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t the October meeting of the PUMC Church Council the Council prayed, received and celebrated Glory Sightings, heard regular committee reports, and considered the following items of business: • Approved PUMC’s transition to digital delivery of the monthly newsletter, The Circuit Rider. (Watch for more details coming your way soon.)

• Approved the development of a PUMC mobile app, with a targeted launch of January 2017.

• Elected 2017 PUMC lay committee leadership. A full report is available in the church office and will be published in January 2017.

• The Council approved an endowment campaign to raise commitments and pledges to fund a $5M endowment.

• PUMC will celebrate Consecration Sunday on November 13, with one combined worship experience at 10 a.m. at the Plainfield High School. Worship will be followed by a free luncheon. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.

Thank you for your ongoing prayerful support of PUMC’s ministry and mission.

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Finance Committee Update John Baer, Committee Chair, finance@pumc.org

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e’re nearing the end of 2016 and it’s amazing to look back over the year and recall with excitement our life here together at PUMC. Clayton Hall is now revamped and houses NewDay Praise Worship. A Classic Worship hour has been added in the sanctuary. We remodeled meeting space to accommodate small groups, meetings, and Adult Sunday School classes. All of these were accomplished with the reallocation of existing resources so they could work better and be more effective in today’s church life.

And isn’t that what the church is supposed to do? We find the best way to use the resources God provides through your financial gifts so we can reach out and make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. With our personal commitment to the Lord’s work reflected in our tithes and offerings we can, and do, make a difference. We make it possible for this congregation to make a difference in lives of church members, the community and the world.

Giving for Christ’s work isn’t just a dollar amount and it’s not just a percentage. It’s also what is in your heart. Consecration Sunday is a celebration of God’s work in our lives and our grateful response. Please be there on November 13, and join in the festivities. We will worship as one congregation at 10:00 a.m. in the auditorium at the Plainfield High School and will share a Celebration Luncheon following. If you’ve not made your reservation yet, please phone the church office.

The Finance Committee along with the staff and ministries watch costs to insure the church prudently spends what you’ve provided with your faithful giving. Including funds to pay off the mortgage early we are about $34,000 ahead of last year in giving for the first nine months, but requests for funds are more than we currently have available. There is much that needs to be done, and only through your generous and faithful giving can we get there.

Thank you for all you give… Glory to God! If you have questions, feel free to drop me a note or email me at finance@pumc.org.

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In the Hospital this Past Month • Audrey Shriner • Kim Russey

• Charlie Goltz • Yolanda Goltz

Love & Sympathy • • •

The Shortt family & friends on the death of Cris Shortt.

The family & friends of Carlotta Katra on her death.

The family & friends of Andra Simmonds on her death.

In Our Prayers Prayer Blanket Ministry • Hayden Samuel Dozier from Ellen McLaughlin with prayers for God’s presence and guidance through his life.

• Betsey Goff-Kohls from Dave and Kay Korty and Annie and Tyler Nelson with prayers for healing, comfort, and peace.

• Dave Mathis from Mary Geible with prayers for God’s healing, strength and peace.

• John Sorge from Don Gouldsmith with prayers of healing and strength.

Notes to the Congregation I want to thank the prayer teams, the Tuesday Morning Prayer Group members, and Revelations Adult Class for their prayers and thoughtfulness during my recent surgery. Meals provided by Revelations Class were delightful.

I thank all those who prepared the food. Prayers made it possible for me to get very quick healing.

Thanks be to God. Wilma Kapcoe eNews from PUMC Visit www.pumc.org to sign-up for free weekly eNews.

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Do you want to order a prayer blanket or bandanna?

Prayer blankets and bandannas are tangible ways to express God’s love and give those in need comfort and support from the PUMC congregation. If you would like to order a blanket or bandanna, please contact Carol Foxworthy at cfoxworthy@att.net or 317.838.7588. Blanket: $20; Bandanna: $10. Make your check payable to PUMC and mark it Prayer Blanket Ministry.

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