PUMC to Host Red Cross Blood Drive (7/14/22)
Once again, the PUMC community will have a chance to donate much needed blood during the American Red Cross’ summer blood drive. It will be held on Thursday July 14 in our Fellowship Hall. Open this post for more info and on how to register.
Read MoreUnited Methodists Take Stand Against Gun Violence (July 2022)
Recent events remind us of the continual scourge that Gun Violence wrecks on our society. The Bishop of the Northern Illinois Conference commented on the shootings that occurred in his jurisdiction. This post presents those comments along with a Gun Violence resolution which was passed by the General Conference in 2016.
Read MoreUnited Methodists Help Immigrants (June 2022)
Many in Central America are living in desperate situations surrounded by crime, violence, and poverty. To save their families, they are migrating north, through Mexico, and sometimes continuing to the USA. This UM News article describes what United Methodists are doing to answer Jesus’ call to help the the needy and to reflect the limitless love of God.
Read MoreUnited Methodists Stand with Ukraine (May 2022)
Since February 2022, we have endured constant barrage of news describing the destruction and suffering in Ukraine. But there are glimmers of light. The United Methodist News Service recently posted a series of photos showing how Ukrainian refugees are finding tastes of “normalcy” as they are cared for by United Methodists in the surrounding countries.
Read MoreLessons from the Life of Joseph (Summer 2022)
During the summer of 2022, Pastor Jim will preach a series of messages about Joseph. What can we learn from the twists and turns experienced by the Old Testament character?
Read MorePreschool Celebrates a Year in the Son (6/2/22)
The pandemic changed the way we do things, but the love and learning at Our Father’s House hasn’t changed at all. On June 2 our Preschool held it’s annual pre-K graduation. It was held in the parking lot, but the sunny morning and cheerful kids made for a wonderful celebration.
Read MorePitman Camp Meeting Re-Opens for New Season! (July 2022)
After a 2-year absence, the Pitman Camp Meeting has returned! The abbreviated 2022 season will be held on Sunday evenings at 7:30 during the four weeks of July.
Read MoreMonumental Vacation Bible School Celebrates God’s Greatness! (6/27/22)
God’s Love and Power are “Monumental!” In this year’s Vacation Bible School we plan to take our eyes off of the computer screen and instead to look up and see how big God is. VBS will be held between June 27 through July 1. Open this post for details and registration info.
Read MoreEaster Egg Hunt Reveals God’s Love! (4/16/22)
Over 300 of our neighbors attended this year’s Easter Egg Hunt as we resumed our “normal” in person gathering. As we watched our kids search for colored eggs and treasures hidden within, we were reminded that God is inviting us to search for a deeper relationship with Him and for the treasure of a life that’s filled with purpose, assurance and eternal joy.
Read MoreRed Cross to Hold Blood Drive at PUMC (5/2/22)
The PUMC community will have a chance to donate much needed blood during the American Red Cross’ blood drive. It will be held on Monday May 2, 2022 in our Fellowship Hall. Open this post for more info and on how to register.
Read MoreOrgan and Piano Recital to Celebrate the Resurrection (4/24/22)
Organist William Mitchell and his brother Edwin Mitchell (pianist) will present a special service of hymns on the Sunday AFTER Easter. Let “every day be resurrection day.”
Read MoreMissionary Joy Phillips to Visit PUMC (4/24/22)
Missionary Joy Phillips will visit PUMC on Sunday April 24. Joy is a long time friend of PUMC, and we have supported her ministry in Africa, most recently in South Sudan. During our 10:15 AM service, Joy will update us on how God has been using her to build His kingdom.
Read MoreMissionaries for Poland to Visit PUMC (5/15/22)
John and Dasia Abramovich, missionaries in Poland, will visit PUMC on Sunday May 15 during our 10:15 AM service. John is from New Jersey, and he and Dasia have visited PUMC many times over the years. Recently, the war in Ukraine has created a flood of refugees in Poland, and they have joined in the efforts to assist the Ukrainian refugees.
Read MoreDay by Day through Holy Week
In the week between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday, Jesus was busy teaching and fulfilling His mission on earth. We don’t know exactly what happened on each day, but the Scripture gives some ideas. Follow these day by day readings to prepare for Easter Sunday.
Read MoreParking Lot to Host Early Easter Service! (4/17/22)
On this Easter Sunday, we will offer a special “Parking Lot” service at 8:30 AM and then celebrate our usual 10:15 AM service indoors. Our regular 10:15 AM single-service schedule will resume next week.
Read MoreChoirs to Celebrate Hope on Palm Sunday (4/10/22)
Our choirs have returned from the pandemic in full force! During our Palm Sunday service, the choirs will present a cantata to celebrate the Hope that is in Jesus.
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: Look at Yourself!
Living a life of holiness means that we have to keep examining ourselves: “How is it with your soul?” Even as we cast all of our anxieties on God, we need to be willing to be molded into the people God wants us to be.
Read MoreUMCOR Sunday to Fund Relief Efforts (3/27/22)
On Sunday March 27 we will take a special offering to support the work of the United Methodist disaster relief agency (called “UMCOR”). UMCOR responds to needs (such as Ukraine) throughout the year. This week’s offering funds all of the “overhead” so that gifts directed to specific relief efforts go entirely towards that relief (without funding any of the “overhead” or administrative costs).
Read MoreEaster Lilies to Trumpet in the Resurrection! (4/6/22)
The tradition and beauty continues! On Easter, our sanctuary will be adorned with white lilies to help “trumpet” the resurrection of our Lord. Purchase a lily to help this celebration; this post contains the order form which will let you do that.
Read MoreSpecial Offerings to be taken for Ukraine (March 6 & 13, 2022)
A special offering will be taken during the March 6 and 13 services to support the efforts of UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) to supply humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.
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