On Sunday, October 12, we will celebrate Legacy Sunday as part of our This Place Matters Capital Campaign. During worship, we will pray over all pledge cards as we commit together to the future of our church. You don’t have to wait until Legacy Sunday to turn in your pledge—cards may be placed in the offering, brought to the Welcome Desk, mailed to the church, or completed online at phumc.com/this-place-matters.

Our historic church building has served generations, but it now needs essential repairs—from the chiller system to the playground and organ—along with a dedicated building fund to ensure long-term care. This campaign is not just about bricks and mortar; it’s an investment in future generations who will worship, learn, and grow here for decades to come. We invite you to prayerfully consider your commitment, knowing that this place matters—for us, for our community, and for those who will come after us.

Bring your brainy friends and your best team name—join us for church-wide trivia on Sunday, October 5 at 4:00pm in Wesley Hall! All ages are welcome for an easygoing afternoon of laughs, friendly competition, and fun prizes. Form a team beforehand or come solo and we’ll match you with a table. Multiple rounds covering everything from Bible tidbits to pop culture and PHUMC history. 

Questions? Contact Rev. Jay Clark at jclark@phumc.com.

Everyone is welcome to join us as we pack care bags for those in need in our community! If you don't have a Sunday School class, this is a great opportunity for you to meet other members of our church and make connections! We are also looking for Sunday School classes, groups, or individuals to contribute $250 to help cover the purchase of the supplies needed for care bags.

To provide financial support for this program or learn more, contact Rev. Katye Chambers at kchambers@phumc.com

October 15th is Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Remembrance Day. We know that a great many people are affected by the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss, and that the grief from this is complex and isolating. On October 15th, our chapel will be open from 6am-6pm for those that want to come pray. We will have a votive station where individuals can light a candle for their child(ren) as well as a prayer card with guided prayers and resources. We hope all will be in prayer for those grieving

this day.

Are you craving a place where you can connect, worship, and grow in your faith? Join us for a Young Adult (18-40) Night at the church where we will spend time in worship and share in a meal (Cantina Laredo) together. The cost of the meal at the event is $10. Pay when making a registration or pay day of! However, please don't worry if you're unable to contribute—your participation is what's most important to us! Rev. Brittany Watson from First United Methodist Church Little Rock will be preaching!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with your church and engage in meaningful conversations - we had a blast last fall! RSVP at phumc.com/yam. Childcare will be provided for Pre-K and under! Reach out to mmcmurray@phumc.com to pre-register your child(ren).

Join the United Women in Faith for our next church-wide unit meeting in Wesley Hall on October 5. We will have lunch and discuss church-wide UWF matters. Cost for the meal is $10. RSVP by going to phumc.com/uwf, by calling the church office at 501-664-3600, or by signing the book at the Welcome Desk.

Questions? Call the church office at 501-664-3600.

Please join us Sunday, October 19th at 5:00pm in Wesley Hall for a powerful screening of "1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture." This is a feature documentary that investigates the 1946 creation of the Revised Standard Version (RSV) of the Bible, the translation choices in it that led to anti-LGBTQ bias, and their impact in the church and society. Dinner and childcare will be provided.



Questions? Contact Rev. Katye Chambers at kchambers@phumc.com.

Dr. Robbins is releasing a book, titled "I Love to Tell the Story." The book will release on Sunday, October 19! We'll have a book signing and release party from 3:00-5:00pm in the Argue Great Hall! Dr. Robbins will discuss his writing process and sign copies for the public. You won't want to miss it!

You will be able to purchase the book at the release party, online starting October 19, or by calling the church office at 501-664-3600.

Trunk or Treat will be October 26 from 3-5pm in the Lower Parking Deck. This is a great opportunity to come together as a congregation and to serve our community. There are four ways that you can help get involved:

• We are currently looking for Sunday School classes, small groups, and individuals to open their trunks! Go to phumc.com/trunk-or-treat to sign up to host a trunk!
• Our Family Ministries team is looking for candy for our annual Trunk or Treat! We need individually-wrapped candy to give out. You can donate candy at the Donation Station outside of Entrance 9 or bring it to the Welcome Desk inside of Entrance 1. Prefer to give money for candy? Just go to phumc.com/candy.
• Volunteer to help set up, take down, or be a greeter. You can sign up at phumc.com/tortvolunteer.
• Join us! It's sure to be a spooktacular time!

In September, our monthly mission collection will support the Central Arkansas Diaper Bank. They are teaming up with Edwards Food Giant and KATV - Channel 7 for the Spirit of Arkansas Diaper Drive. Diaper donations will be accepted the entire month of September at all Central Arkansas Edwards Food Giant and Edwards Cash Saver locations. You can also bring diapers to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church (4823 Woodlawn Dr.). Bring your donations to the donation station outside of Entrance 9 off of Lee Avenue.