This Week @ Plymouth
February 23 - March 1, 2018
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Salute to Black History Month
Jazz Brunch
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Sunday, February 25, 2018 - 10 a.m.
Second Sunday of Lent
Jazz Brunch Sunday
Scripture Reading:
Psalm 70; Mark 2:13-22
Sermon Title:
"Don't Miss the Party"
Preaching:
Senior Pastor Al Bunis
Sunday School in Edson Chapel -
The kids are in for a treat! - See below
Fusion - Youth at Plymouth -
will meet in Edson Chapel immediately following the recognition of "Honoring Black History Month".
Fellowship Hour
will be in the Memorial Garden (exit out the left side of the sanctuary following the service of worship). The Bookmobile will be available in the Memorial Garden during Fellowship Hour.
Today - Join us for our 7th Annual Jazz Brunch
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See below
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Plymouth Youth Teaching Sunday School
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This Sunday our Sunday School children (4 yrs. - 5th grade) will have a special combined class which will be taught by the youth (grades 6-12) in Edson Chapel. A lesson and great activities await the kids.
Following the Honoring of Black History Month, the children will be led to Edson Chapel.
* Parents, please pick your children up at Edson Chapel at the close of the worship service. Questions? Please contact
Cindy Smith
(305-772-6310)
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"Understanding is the reward of faith. Therefore seek not to understand that you may believe, but believe that you may understand."
Augustine, 5th century
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A Message from Our Moderator
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Greetings!
As your 2018 Moderator, I would like to begin a dialog under the heading, "Ask the Moderator" with answers appearing here, in the Newsletter.
First Question:
What is a moderator anyway?
Answer:
The Senior Layperson of the church, whose duties include regular communication with both the congregation and the clergy, as well as acting as chair of Church Council.
Stay tuned for more and please submit questions I can answer in the future!
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7th Annual Jazz Brunch - Feb. 25!
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Jazz Brunch!
Join us Sunday, February 25,
when Plymouth hosts its
7th Annual Salute to Black History Month
Our honored guests,
Dr. Nelson Adams, Dr. Rudy Moise,
Dr. Todra Anderson-Rhodes and Dr. Ann A. Ashley-Gilbert,
will join us for the service of worship followed by a
Jazz Brunch in Davis Hall.
Music by Dr. Edward "Dr. G." Robinson
Doors open at 11:00 a.m. See you there!
(Bring your dancing shoes too.)
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Barne's Bash - All Church Party
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Barnes Bash
Bring your spouse, partner, friend or come as you are to this
All Church Party!
Join us - 7:00 p.m. - Friday, March 2,
at the home of Maureen and Larry Gragg.
Please bring something savory or sweet
for the buffet table.
(Adults only please, no babysitters will be provided.)
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Scholarship Opportunities @ Piedmont College
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We are pleased that Dr. James Mellichamp, President of Piedmont College in Demorest Georgia, will be with us to worship on March 4 – particularly for two reasons.
First, Dr. Mellichamp, a widely acclaimed organist, will play the Offertory during our worship. Among other venues, he has performed at St. Paul’s and Westminster Abbey in London, and Notre Dame in Paris – and soon at Plymouth.
Second, after worship in Plymouth Hall, Dr. Mellichamp will speak about Piedmont’s Nickerson Congregational Heritage Scholarship. This scholarship fund is dedicated to supporting students who are part of Congregational Churches. Go to the link below for background on Piedmont College and the Nickerson Scholarship>
https://www.piedmont.edu/spiritual-life
Especially important:
Our youth and their parents are invited to join Dr. Mellichamp in Plymouth Hall following the service of worship to learn more about this scholarship opportunity and Piedmont College. Please RSVP to Debra Kelley at
debra@plymouthmiami.org
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New Lenten Series: "Listening for God"
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Three informal discussions of writers' works from the book "Listening for God" will be offered on Sundays, March 4, March 11 and March 18.
The March 4 program will discuss Richard Rodriguez' essay "Credo" and Patricia Hampl's essay from "Virgin Time."
Stop by the Plymouth Bookmobile during Fellowship Hour to purchase your copy of "Listening for God: Contemporary Literature and the Life of Faith" by Paula J. Carlson and Peter S. Hawkins.
Our Lenten Series meets after worship in Pilgrim House.
This event is offered by the Adult Christian Education Committee.
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Calling All Plymouth Youth!
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What:
Help Zach Brown assemble planters for his Eagle Scout Project
Planters = (2 - litter bottles with plants growing out of them)
When:
Sunday March 4 @ 11:45 a.m.
Where:
Behind Davis Hall
Why:
To set up the growing environment for Zach's Eagle Scout Project
* Lunch will be provided
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Your Picture, Please for the Online Directory
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Help Plymouth update its member database and directory.
We've Made It Easy for You:
1) Have a friend/family member take a picture of you.
(facial shots are best / make it easy, use your cell phone)
2) Email it to: liz@plymouthmiami.org.
3) Liz will do the rest.
Photos should be in the form of a JPEG (jpg.) file.
We welcome all digital photos, not just those taken by cell phones.
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Women's Fellowship Meeting - Pilgrim House - Feb. 23 - 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Join us for an interesting presentation by Sylvia Jordan of The Barnyard/Coconut Grove Cares.
Habitat for Humanity - Off Campus - Feb. 24 - 8 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
For more information click>
HABITAT
Memorial for Richard Childress - Sanctuary - February 24 - 10:30 a.m.
A reception will be held in Plymouth Hall immediately following the memorial service.
Jazz Brunch - Davis Hall - February 25 - 11:00 a.m. - See above
Art in the Garden is Cancelled for February 26
Men's Bible Study - Le Pain Quotidien - February 27 - 7:30 a.m.
See below
Bible Study & Breakfast - Le Pain Quotidien - March 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
See below
Let's Stitch Again! - the Manse - March 1 - 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
We are an informal group that meets to work on our projects: needlepoint, knitting or whatever. No expert advice expected or offered, just fellowship and fun. Please join us!
Serving Dinner At Chapman Center - March 1 - 4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Join us to serve dinner at Chapman Center. To volunteer, see David Velazquez, in the red apron, during Fellowship Hour in the Memorial Garden on this Sunday. Or, contact David at 305-546-2600. We will depart the church office parking lot at 4:00 p.m. and return around 7:30pm.
Bell Choir & Chancel Choir Rehearsals - March 1
Bell Choir - Choir Room - 6:30 p.m. / Chancel Choir - Choir Room - 7:30 p.m.
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Barnes Bash - Maureen and Larry Gragg's Home - March 2 - See above
"Listening for God" - Pilgrim House - March 4 - 11:30 a.m. - See above
Prospective New Member Orientation - the Manse - March 11 - 11:30 a.m
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Plymouth Art Show and Classic Car Show
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CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
Here’s a chance to share your creative talents with Plymouth friends. Our annual Plymouth Arts Show happens Sunday, May 6 in Davis Hall.
Everyone is invited to participate.
Bring your art to show or sell. Exhibit your paintings, crafts, or photographs. Baking is an art too; your cakes and cookies will be most welcome! A portion of sales will fund Plymouth's youth program.
Act now, space is limited.
For questions or to reserve your table contact:
Calling All Classic Car Owners!
This year we are also bringing back the popular
Car Show
to coincide with the Arts Show. If you have a classic car that you would be interested in displaying on May 6, please contact
Tim
Battl
e.
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Options for Bible Study or Prayer Groups
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Plymouth's Member-led Men’s Bible Study
Tuesday mornings - 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
at Le Pain Quotidien in Coconut Grove
We look forward to delving into the passage of the week.
All men are welcome to come.
Reservations not needed; everyone orders and pays for their breakfast.
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Bible Study & Breakfast With Pastor Al
Le Pain Quotidien - Thursday mornings - 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Join Pastor Al for Bible study & discussion of next Sunday's lectionary texts.
Reservations not needed; everyone orders and pays for their breakfast.
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The Lay-led Bible Study Group
meets each Saturday morning in the Plymouth Hall Prayer Room from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. for study, meditation, sharing and prayer. If you plan to attend, please let either the church office, (305-444-6521) or Andrea Burt (305-310-2572) know.
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Need prayer right now and anonymously?
We offer an
opportunity to request, to receive, and to pray for others through
Plymouth Prayer Partners Ministry
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To receive prayer or become a prayer in this group,
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Plymouth Congregational Church
305-444-6521
liz@plymouthmiami.org
http://www.plymouthmiami.org
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