For the past year, the Anti-Racism Action Team has been reviewing Plymouth’s history from an anti-racist perspective. The team is excited to share its initial findings with the congregation and will do so at an after-church forum on Sunday, June 1. Come hear some of what it has learned as they share why they did this project, how they went about gathering their information, and a selection of what they have learned thus far. Light refreshments will be served. There will be a time for questions at the conclusion of the presentation as well as an update on next steps.

Rev. Ofner-Seals and Rev. Murphy will continue the Wednesday evening series on progressive Christianity next Wednesday, June 11. The gatherings will meet for one hour starting at 6:00 pm in the Chapel. This educational series is designed for newcomers and anyone who would appreciate a refresher. Topics will include: 1) the authority of the Bible and experience, 2) images of Jesus, what salvation is, and the truth of other religious traditions, 3) different conceptions of God, and 4) the connection of social justice with our understanding of the gospel. We look forward to seeing you there!

17 travelers just returned from Palestine and Israel with Michael Spath, four from Fort Wayne - Rev. Sara Ofner-Seals, Pam Etheridge, Kathy Masri, and Morgan Sauer. We had 19 meetings in 13 days. We met with Jewish, Christian, and Muslim activists, including three Nobel Peace Prize nominees, political, religious, NGO leaders, and more.

Come and listen as we share our experiences-- what moved us, challenged us, angered us, and inspired us. Hear what it's like on the ground in Palestine post October 7. Thursday, June 12 at 6:30pm, in the Folsom room.

The WBS is excited to welcome Heather Allen, the author of this month's book, to their meeting, Tuesday, June 17 at noon in the Amistad Room. The book, "The Girl Who Said Goodbye" tells the true story of her relatives' lives in Cambodia under Pol Pot and "Angkar."

In 1975, after a sudden, violent takeover of Phnom Penh by the Khmer Rouge army, there is a forced mass exodus from the city. A young pharmacy student and her family members are marched on foot and held captive at a work camp. Despite the brutality of the Khmer Rouge army, they find the strength to survive with each other's support. All self-identified women are welcome to join the discussion.

A special congregational meeting has been called by the Executive Council at the request of the Stewardship and Finance Board. It will be held on Sunday, June 22 immediately following the worship service, will begin at approximately 11:00 am, and will take place in the Sanctuary. The topic is for a recommended adjustment in the investment allocation of our Special Funds in order for them to align with our Endowment Fund. All members are eligible to vote at this congregational meeting and are encouraged to attend.

Our friends at Fort Wayne Pride have decided to organize a blood drive for the first time in conjunction with the American Red Cross. They reached out to Plymouth and asked if we would like to host the event, and we agreed! This event will take place in the Folsom Room on Wednesday, July 16 from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Registrations will be required, and more details will be forthcoming as we approach July. If you haven’t given blood in a long time, ever, or are a regular, consider doing so!