This Week @ Plymouth
March 16 - 22, 2018
Sunday Worship
Sunday, March 18, 2018 - 10 a.m.
Communion Sunday & New Member Sunday

Scripture Reading: Jeremiah 31: 31-34 ; John 13: 31-35

Sermon Title: " Coming Alive"
 
Preaching: Senior Pastor Al Bunis

Sunday School in Davis Hall - for details click> Sunday School FAQs

 Fusion - Youth at Plymouth - will meet in Edson Chapel immediately following the Children's Moment.

Join us - for Fellowship Hour in the Garden - See below
Welcome Our New Members @ Fellowship Hour
This Sunday you are invited to join in welcoming our newest members during the Fellowship Hour in the Cloister Garden, following the service of worship.

Take a few minutes and enjoy getting to know our new members whiie helping them to get to know you. It is in the sharing and reaching out that familiarity is found and friendships grow.
Words for Thought
"Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all."
Aristotle, 4th century B.C.E .
Final Session: Lenten Series: "Listening for God"
Our third and final discussion of the Lenten Series, "Listening for God", will be offered on Sunday, March 18 at 11:15 a.m. in Edson Chapel.

David Zack will lead our discussion on Frederick Buechner "The Dwarves in the Stable" and Annie Dillard "The Deer at Provendicia."

This event is offered by the Adult Christian Education Committee.
Easter Lilies for Easter Sunday
Easter lily plants, dedicated to the memory or honor of loved ones, will be used to decorate the Sanctuary and Garden on Easter morning.

The plants may be taken home by the donor after the 11:00 a.m. service of worship on Easter or given as a donation.

Your name and the name(s) of your loved ones will be printed in the Easter bulletin. The cost for each plant is $15. 50 lily plants are available; once those are sold we will be unable to accept additional orders. >  Order your lilies today!
Your Picture for the Online Directory
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.
This Week @ Plymouth
Book Discussion Group - Plymouth Hall - March 17 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
T erry Laughren will lead the discussion of Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis, a super selection. Everyone is invited to join us for our interesting and engaging book reviews. *Just a reminder--It’s also time to start thinking about book selections for our next year.

"Listening for God" - Edson Chapel - March 18 - 11:15 a.m. - See above

Art in the Garden - Cloister Garden- March 19 - 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Men's Bible Study - Le Pain Quotidien - March 20 - 7:30 a.m.
See below

Bible Study & Breakfast - Le Pain Quotidien - March 22- 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
See below

Bell Choir & Chancel Choir Rehearsals - March 22
Bell Choir - Choir Room - 6:30 p.m. / Chancel Choir - Choir Room - 7:30 p.m.
Holy Week & Easter Services at Plymouth
Palm Sunday
March 25 at 10:00 a.m. Service of Worship
A procession with palm fronds, special music and a live donkey
in the Cloister Garden begins our celebration of Holy Week .
 
Maundy Thursday Service
March 29 at 7:30 p.m. 
Candlelight Service of Worship
with the Lord's last supper and Tenebrae
                                                                                                                             GGood Friday, March 30
Good Friday Coffee with friends of Macedonia Church
10:30 a.m. until noon in the Manse

Good Friday Service
Noon - in the Sanctuary   
 
Easter Sunday, April 1
6:30 a.m. - Sunrise Service in Edson Chapel - Communion Served
 
9 a.m. & 11 a.m. - Family Worship Services in the Sanctuary
Childcare available for children under 4.
Coffee and fellowship in the Cloister Garden following both services.
 
The annual Easter Egg Hunt begins after the 9:00 a.m service.
The Easter Bunny visits too!
Plymouth Art and Classic Car Show
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
 Here’s a chance to share your creative talents with Plymouth friends. Our 15th 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:
Bonnie Fenn (305-632-0430) or Glenn Terry (305-448-3775).
  Calling All Classic Car Owners!
This year we are also bringing back the popular Classic 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.
Options for Bible Study or Prayer Groups
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.  
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.
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.
Need prayer right now and anonymously? 
We offer an opportunity to request, to receive, and to pray for others through Plymouth Prayer Partners Ministry . 
To receive prayer or become a prayer in this group,
contact:  Leslie Laughren or Gwen Saunders .

Reaching Plymouth
Plymouth Congregational Church
305-444-6521
liz@plymouthmiami.org
http://www.plymouthmiami.org
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