Joys and Concerns
Sundays at 1:00 pm
Our weekly joys and concerns check-ins continue. Please join this Zoom call at 1:00 pm for a time to name something we are grateful for, a concern we have, and to be in prayer together. Those unable to join by video can call 1-253-215-8782, then enter the code
644-410-868#, then # when asked for the password.
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Order of Worship
Prelude
Welcome
Invocation & Lord’s Prayer
Special Music
Pastoral Prayer
Scripture – Mark 1:40-45
Homily
Invitation to Communion
Communion
Closing Song – “Draw the Circle Wide” SPP#123
Benediction
Postlude
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Chapel Class: The Way of the Buddha
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Join Dr. Michael Spath for Sunday Chapel Class at 9:00 am to 9:50 am for a discussion of "The Way of the Buddha." Class topics include: the awakening of Siddhartha to become a Buddha, major teachings and "schools" of Buddhism, Zen arts, the Heart and Lotus Sutras, and H. H., the Dalai Lama (who Dr. Spath hosted in St. Louis), and more. The theme for this week is That was Zen, This is Tao!
The upcoming themes for Chapel Class are:
- February 14 Happy Valentine’s Day – The Heart Sutra
- February 21 The Ox is Loose
- February 28 H. H., the Dalai Lama – Compassion Incarnate
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February 10
Sara Sprunger
February 11
Nicholas Brattain
Benjamin Hoffman
Jeff Moore
February 12
Ruth E. Phillips
February 13
Robin Grissom
Karen O'Neal
Andrea Reichard
February 15
Gale Cunningham
Bill Lambert
February 16
Allyn Beifus
Christopher Butler
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All programs and events are online unless otherwise stated.
Sunday, February 7
9:00 am Chapel Class
10:00 am Worship Service
1:00 pm Joys and Concerns
Monday, February 8
Office Closed
Tuesday, February 9
1:00 pm Staff Meeting
6:00 pm Benevolence
Wednesday, February 10
5:30 pm Rev. Timothy's Bible Study
5:30 pm Wednesday Night Live
Thursday, February 11
1:00 pm Rev. Ruth’s Book Study
6:00 pm Search Task Force Meeting
Sunday, February 14
9:00 am Chapel Class
10:00 am Worship Service
11:30 am Meet & Mingle: Coffee Fellowship
1:00 pm Joys and Concerns
2:00 pm Sunday School Mardi Gras Parade (in-person)
4:00 pm LOVE SONGS: In Celebration of Valentine's Day
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Wednesday, February 10: Bible Study
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Join Rev. Timothy C. Murphy and Plymouth members at 5:30 pm every Wednesday in an online discussion of the upcoming Sunday’s scripture and how we can apply those lessons to our daily lives and world. Those unable to join by video can also call in at 1-253-215-8782, then enter the code 929-2337-1562#, then enter # when asked for a password.
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Sunday, February 14: LOVE SONGS | In Celebration of Valentine’s Day
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This special concert features a wide variety of love songs in celebration of Valentines. Snuggle up to your Valentine and enjoy the music! All concerts are presented in the sanctuary of Plymouth Congregational Church.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, concerts are performed via livestream on YouTube.
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Sunday, February 14: Sunday School
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Save the Date: Our next in-person Sunday School gathering will be Sunday, February 14, at 2:00 pm. Drive through our Mardi Gras reverse-parade to pick up treats, a new story box, and materials for observing Lent at home.
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Beginning Wednesday, February 17: Lenten Book Series
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Each year for Lent, we pause our weekly Bible study to be replaced with a Lenten Book Series. As this year’s Lenten theme is the ecologically minded “Passion of Earth,” Rev. Murphy will be leading a series on Pope Francis’ “Laudato Si”, which focuses on care for our common home. It is free online and can be found by clicking the button below.
The group begins on Wednesday, February 17 at 5:30 pm and continues through Wednesday, March 31. Those attending should plan on reading the intro’s first 14 pages by February 17.
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Sunday, February 28: Film & Faith: Forty & Over Signup
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Film & Faith: Forty & Over will meet February 28, 2:30 pm on Zoom to discuss the movie Radium Girls. Executive Producer Lily Tomlin tells the true story of the young women exposed to hazardous chemicals at a watch factory in the 1920s. Available on Netflix, watch at your convenience.
To join the discussion, sign up with Rev. Ruth E. Phillips [email protected] by Saturday Noon, February 27. She will send you the Meeting ID and Passcode.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility
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The state of Indiana recently expanded the age range of who is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. As of February 1, anyone 65 and older can schedule to receive a vaccine. If you are eligible, you can click the button below to schedule an appointment. If you have difficulty registering online, you can dial 211 from any phone for assistance.
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In order for the office to better serve you, please submit a separate check for each donation made whether it be for pledges, special offerings or any other donation. Checks should be made payable to Plymouth Church. Thank you!
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If you have a need to visit the office, we’d love to see you. Remember to schedule an appointment at least 24 hours in advance. No one is at the front desk, so please arrive on time so a staff member is available to greet you and unlock the door. Please wait at the Berry Street entrance and be prepared to sanitize, sign-in, and wear a mask. Please contact Tina Puitz at [email protected] to make an appointment. Thank you.
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