Classic Worship 8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m.

Where is “home” for you—really home? Where you can truly be yourself and be comfortable. Where you’re accepted and even celebrated. If you know real home, then you also know how it feels to live some place that’s not truly home. That may have been a dorm room while you were in college. A season spent abroad. Something temporary while you were searching for permanent housing. Jesus describes himself as the “true vine” and implies that our best and true home is in him and that we are at our best when he lives in us. We’ll see what some of this means this morning.

We all have images in our minds of who Jesus is... maybe from a picture we saw on the wall in grandma's house, from a child's story book, or from a song we used to sing in church. And depending on the era in which we grew up, we might remember the Jesus depicted in the "Jesus" movie of the late 1970's, or the rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar" or Mel Gibson's "The Passion of Christ."

But who does Jesus say that he is? In the Gospel of John, Jesus gave us seven different pictures of who he is. Jesus said, "I am... the True Vine, the Way, the Bread of Life, the Good Shepherd... I am the Resurrection and the Life." Today we consider Jesus' words, "I am the light of the world."

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February 14, 2016 | 8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m.

Prelude Jazz Trio

* Welcome & Greeting

* Hymn of Praise 714 I Know Whom I Have Believed

* Call to Worship Leader: Christ says: I am the true vine and my Father is the vinegrower. What do you say? People: Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Shelter us! Leader: Christ says: You have been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. People: Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Prune us! Leader: Christ says: Abide in me as I abide in you. People: Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Sustain us! Leader: Christ says: Apart from me you can do nothing. People: Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Save us! Leader: Christ says: Ask for whatever you wish and it will be done for you. All: Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Alleluia! Amen.

Anthem “Jesus, What a Wonderful Child” 8:30 & 9:50 a.m. - Adult Choir

11:10 a.m. - Jazz Trio

Scripture Red Pew Bible 878 John 15:1-17

Message I Am the True Vine Rev. Charlie Wilfong

Hymn of Preparation 378 Amazing Grace vs. 1, 2, 4, & 6

Time for Prayer Pastoral Prayer The Lord’s Prayer 895 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses As we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

Giving Because God gives, we give. Thank you for your generosity. Mission Moment Offertory “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” Jazz Trio

* Hymn for Parting 703 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

* Dismissal & Blessing

* Postlude “This Little Light of Mine” Jazz Trio (*) asterisk indicates time for persons, who are able, to stand.

Much of the music in today’s worship features a decidedly jazz-centered flair. The choral anthem, “Jesus, What a Wonderful Child” boasts a foggy history as to whether it is based on an African-American spiritual or was written in the 1950s by a member of the Angelic Gospel Singers. This morning’s arrangement is written in a three-part vocal harmony (soprano, alto, men) rather than the more typical four-part (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) voicing for choral music. The majority of gospel choral music is written in this three-part fashion.

The hymn “Amazing Grace” is among the most familiar texts and tunes in all of Christianity. English clergyman John Newton penned the hymn text to illustrate a sermon on New Year’s Day 1773 based on personal experience growing up without a defined faith, his role in the slave trade, and his conversion. The hymn became closely associated with the 19th century Second Great Awakening in the United States, a moment in which Methodism played a lead role.

This week, consider reading more about the complex life of poet and clergyman John Newton, or explore the historical context of the Second Great Awakening and parallels you might identify with your own faith journey.

Sunday, February 14 8:30 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Bible Explorers Worship/ Grades K-5 (100) 9:45 a.m. Youth Worship/Grades 6-12 (200) 9:50 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:50 a.m. NewDay Praise Worship (CH) 11:10 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 11:10 a.m. Small Groups (K + W) 1:00 p.m. Valentine’s Day Event at Cumberland Trace (O) 4:30 p.m. 2016 Confirmation Class (Y)

Monday, February 15 9:00 a.m. BoOM Commissioning Interviews (INUMC) 4:30 p.m. Joy Bells Rehearsal (B) 6:00 p.m. Praise Bells Rehearsal (B) 7:00 p.m. Chancel Bells Rehearsal (B)

Tuesday, February 16 8:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning Prayer Group (204) 9:00 a.m. BoOM Commissioning Interviews (INUMC) 10:00 a.m. 10 on Tuesdays (204) 7:00 p.m. Trustees Meeting (210) 7:00 p.m. JOY ChristCare Group (L) 7:00 p.m. Cub Scout Pack 399 | Pack Meetings (CH)

Wednesday, February 17 3:00 p.m. More Than Conquerors Rehearsal (Y) 6:00 p.m. Connection Point High School Youth Bible Study (O) 7:00 p.m. Satisfying the Hunger ChristCare Small Group (L)

Thursday, February 18 9:00 a.m. Thursday Morning Bible Study (K) 6:30 p.m. NewDay Praise Team Rehearsal (A) 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal (S)

Friday, February 19 9:45 a.m. Friday Morning Bible Study (K) 2:00 p.m. Golden Girls (CH)

Saturday, February 20

Sunday, February 21 8:30 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Bible Explorers Worship/Grades K-5 (100) 9:45 a.m. Youth Worship/Grades 6-12 (200) 9:50 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:50 a.m. NewDay Praise Worship (CH) 11:10 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 11:10 a.m. Small Groups (K + W) 12:15 p.m. Th3rd Sunday Fellowship Lunch (CH) 4:30 p.m. 2016 Confirmation Class (Y) 4:30 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 399 (205)

Locations noted on Calendar

(A) Clayton Hall Worship Annex (B) Bell Choir Room (CH) Clayton Hall (FP) Fire Pit (K) Koinonia Room (KI) Kitchen (L) Library (ML) Main Lobby

(MR) Music Room (O) Off Site (S) Sanctuary (TBD) To Be Determined (W) Wesley Room (WW) Wesley Woods (Y) Youth Rooms (Upstairs) (#) Room Number

► TnT Driver Sign Ups

We all have images in our minds of who Jesus is... maybe from a picture we saw on the wall in grandma’s house, from a child’s story book, or from a song we used to sing in church. And depending on the era in which we grew up, we might remember the Jesus depicted in the “Jesus” movie of the late 1970’s, or the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” or Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of Christ.”

But who does Jesus say that he is? In the Gospel of John, Jesus gave us seven different pictures of who he is. Jesus said, “I am... the Light of the World. I am... the Vine, the Way, the Bread of Life, the Good Shepherd. I am… the Resurrection and the Life.” Explore each of these in NewDay Praise Worship & Classic Worship across the weeks of Lent.

A soup and salad luncheon is being planned for Encore Senior Ministry & PUMC friends. Bring your smile

and know your name, address, and phone number! PUMC staff will take care of the rest! You will find smiling easy as Melissa Pearman and others are making pots of soup and salads to whet your appetite after you have your picture taken.

In order to prepare adequately for lunch, please let us know you will come by stopping by the Encore Senior Ministry Desk in the main lobby to register and pay $5 to help defray the costs of this fun gathering. You will be fed delicious food, enjoy good fellowship, and be a part of the 2016 Church Directory!

PUMC invites you to be a part of the Church Directory that has many helpful features, including an online and mobile app option. It's free to participate and the online and digital features are available immediately.

The new directory is simple to use. If you have online availability, register your information via a link at pumc.link/directory. You will then receive an email inviting you to create a free account at www.instantchurchdirectory.com. That account gives you access to upload your own picture and look up information about others in the congregation who are participating.

The directory information is available via computer or mobile device app. After April 1, printed directories will be made available for those who need them.

If you do not have internet access, please contact the church office and they will assist you in the process.

If you have any questions, email Office Manager Brent Miller at bmiller@pumc.org, or call the church office at 317.839.2319. Thank you for being a part of PUMC's new directory!

Foundry, a sma ll g r ou p focusing on the spiritual needs of Young Adults will be meeting in the Wesley Room, south of the Sanctuary at 11:10 a.m.

Everyone is invited to join this small group any Sunday. This Sunday, they will be reading through the book of Ephesians.

Any questions please contact Ken Loudenback at kloudenback@pumc.org or Mary Raver at mraver@pumc.org.

You are invited to a Lenten Study led by Mike Rohrer on Sundays through March. Study will coordinate with both Classic and NewDay Praise Worship themes. No need to register; simply join the group this morning at 11:10 a.m. in the Koinonia Room, south of the Sanctuary.

An opportunity to serve the children of Plainfield starts February 23, 2016. TnT (Tuesdays and Thursdays) program at Van Buren Elementary School is an after school enrichment program for which PUMC provides transportation. From 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. you can help children get home from the program. Program ends April 14, 2016. If you can drive one or more times, your help will be a blessing. See Ken Loudenback at the table in the Main Lobby today, or contact Ken at kloudenback@pumc.org if you are interested or have any questions.

Known in the hospital this week: Nancy Darrow David Wiseman

Hospitality Volunteers include: Dennis & Nancy Darrow, Shana Schreiner, Wilma Kapcoe, Ben & Justin Laver, Helen Wallen, Suzanne Barnes, Carolyn Mercer, Tom & Charlene Highsmith, Greg & Karen Hole, Shirley Overton, Kelly Preusch, Hiddy Bagwell, Sue Hylton, Brian Meyer, Lou & Vern Sullenger, Dick & Shirley Belcher, Jay Harbison, Darrell Kehrt, Jerry Nadin, Andy Montgomery, April Hoffman, Mike Hamilton, Sue Nadin, Carol Kersey

Acolytes: Max Ament Grace Ament

Liturgists 8:30 a.m. Sue Hylton 9:50 a.m. Bree Dunscombe 11:10 a.m. Bill Kirchoff

Working in the Infant/Toddler Room this Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Kathy Everman 9:50 a.m. Becca Mount 11:10 a.m. Kathy Everman

Open It: W hat person or group did you and your friends "follow" when you are a teenager? What qualities do best friends possess?

Explore It: W ho did Jesus say was a Thief and a Robber? Why won't sheep follow a stranger?

Get It: In w hat w ay is Jesus like a Gate? How has Jesus been a Gate in your life?

Apply It: How can you develop a more intimate relationship with Jesus this week? How can you be more attentive to the voice of Jesus ?

Everyone is invited to the Th3rd Sunday Lunch next Sunday, February 21. Lunch is served after the 11:10 Classic Worship, about 12:15 p.m., in Clayton Hall. If you are able, please bring a dish to share and join others for food, fellowship, and fun!

Tea and lemonade will be provided for everyone and dishes and silverware will be used from the PUMC kitchen.

Thank you for spending time at Plainfield United Methodist Church today! We hope that you enjoyed worship and were able to experience God’s presence in this place. Please stop by the Welcome Center (left out of the sanctuary) to talk with a PUMC member, learn more about PUMC, and receive a free gift.

The children’s programs of PUMC are well supervised and offer warm, caring, and fun atmospheres. Care for infants and toddlers is in room 15 from 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. every Sunday. Sunday school class for children age 3 - Pre-K is 9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. in room 20. The Sunday morning children’s program “Bible Explorers” (Grades K-5) begins at 9:50 in the south hallway. Classrooms are marked. Children arriving 9:30-9:50 a.m. may go to room 107 (Gathering Place) for worship and music before class. During all worship services in the sanctuary, activity bags for children are available from the ushers.

8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m. Classic 9:50 a.m. NewDay Praise

9:45 a.m. Classes for all ages

PUMC offers weekday children’s programs for ages 12 months—age 5. Please pick up a brochure from the rack near the Welcome Center or email Director Sigrid Schuld at sschuld@pumc.org.

For children in Grades K-5 from 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, email Director Sandy Fansler at kidsconnection@pumc.org.

Middle and High School students will find a worship experience led by Youth Pastor Bob Preusch and the student worship team at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday upstairs in room 200.

Learn more about the many adult small groups at PUMC by picking up a brochure from the information rack in the south lobby.

Stephen Ministers are church members trained to be confidential, listening, prayerful encouragers to anyone needing extra support for life’s challenges. Please contact a Stephen Minister by phoning the church office.

Charlie Wilfong Senior Pastor

Elizabeth Gilbert Associate Pastor

Ken Loudenback Associate Director

Bob Preusch Pastor of Youth

Ministries

Amanda Norton Director of Children’s

Ministries

Michael Pettry Director of Music

Jaime Carini Organ Scholar

Michael Norton NewDay Praise

Worship Leader

Oma Buckner Bell Choir Director

Brent Miller Office Manager

Eiric Shriner Communication

Assistant

Brenda Barnett Financial

Administrator

Terrence Toon Facilities Manager

Sigrid Schuld Weekday

Children’s Director

Sandy Fansler Kids Connection

Director

Bonnie Walden Custodian/

Housekeeper

Brooks Wagler Night Custodian

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