This February, Rev. Timothy Murphy will once again be offering a Music and Faith Series during Chapel Class. Each week, we will share and discuss songs that are meaningful to us in some way. Each week will focus on a different theme, which we will connect with scripture and explore how music complements our faith. While we will not be able to listen to everyone’s song on a given week, all attendees are asked to pick a song that fits with the weekly theme in advance for group conversation. The weekly themes are:

If you have questions or want to sign up to share a song on a given week, please contact Rev. Murphy at [email protected].

On Wednesday nights in February, Rev. Sara will be leading a Lectio Divina practice on Zoom at 7:00 pm. Lectio Divina is Latin for “sacred reading” and is an ancient practice of reading scripture in a meditative, contemplative way. Each session will feature a time of fellowship, a short moment of instruction, and approximately 20 minutes of lectio. We will use sources from scripture as well as other spiritual texts. All are welcome regardless of your level of experience.

On Sunday, February 20, the Environmental Action Team will kick off the Seed to Marsh project by learning about wetland restoration and the importance of using native plants. After a light lunch provided by Congregational Life, we’ll make a MESS sorting and stratifying seeds for future planting. The program will take place in the Folsom room starting at 11:15 am. Please sign up in advance in the Folsom room so that we know how much food to provide. This is part one of a multi-part series— check out the upcoming February Bell for more details. Questions? Contact Jan Gibson at [email protected]

The Afghan Immigrant Taskforce has been meeting with Catholic Charities, Rev. Sara and our own Terry Dougherty to determine how Plymouth Church can best assist newly arriving Afghan refugees here in Fort Wayne. There are many ways to help, and so the taskforce has put together a volunteer sign-up form for members to indicate how they would like to get involved. Please see the attached document for more information on how to sign up and get involved!

Plymouth is once again hosting the annual luncheon for the Workers for the Blind on Wednesday, March 16 from 12:00-2:00 pm. We are looking for a few volunteers to help prepare and serve the lunch, which would consist of a main dish, salad, and dessert. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Rev. Sara Ofner-Seals at (260) 423-9424 or [email protected].

The Safety Committee is seeking volunteers to join the group that monitors access to the church and patrols the building and grounds during Sunday services.

There are two volunteers on duty each Sunday. One is stationed in the Narthex monitoring activity in front of the church, anyone seeking entry, and the Berry Street parking area. The other would walk throughout the building and grounds alert for any unusual activities. Both have a walkie-talkie to communicate when necessary.

Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Tom Braun at [email protected] or at (260) 403-0384.

There are a small number of Sunday contribution envelopes still available for anyone who is interested. Please contact Tina Puitz at [email protected] or (260) 423-9424 to arrange to get your booklet.

Between COVID-19 and all the other germs going around, it seems like most of our families will get stuck at home at some point this winter. If your family is quarantined and missing your Plymouth friends, we’ve got a Quarantine Kit full of goodies for your child! Contact Katie Watson to arrange a Quarantine Kit drop-off.

For a time of personal prayer, visit the sanctuary on Thursdays from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Please enter through the Berry Street office entrance and check in with our receptionist. Contact Jake Slone at (260) 423-9424 or [email protected] with any questions.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: By appointment only 9:00 am to 4:00 pm