This Week @ Plymouth
May 20 - May 27, 2022
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Sixth Sunday of Easter
Confirmation Sunday
In-person and Online
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Sunday, May 22, 2022
Sunday Worship Service
Join us at 10:00 a.m.
(please click the verses in blue to read the scripture passages)
Sermon Title: “Soil and The Sower," by Rev. Al Bunis
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Cookies & Conversation
Capital Campaign Feasibility Meeting
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Please join us this week for cookies and conversation as we explore the possibility of a Capital Campaign for our beloved church. As we celebrate our 125th anniversary, what better time to discuss ways we can grow and preserve our beautiful church and campus.
Meetings begin with a 15 to 20 minute presentation that outlines the church's needs, followed by discussion and member input. Your attendance and participation are critical to help shape the future of Plymouth for this and future generations.
Meeting opportunities in Plymouth Hall:
May 22, Sunday at 11:15 a.m.
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Nurturing Faith (Sunday School) |
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On Sunday mornings after the Children’s Moment during the 10:00 a.m. worship service, we will gather in McNaughton Hall to explore the Bible and its many stories. There will be hands-on crafts, music, drama and occasionally science experiments. Most of all, we plan to get to know one another and have lots of fun. So excited…can’t wait to see you!!! |
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Joyful Noise Children's Choir
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Children ages 4 years old and above are invited to join our Children's Choir (Joyful Noise and Joyful Sound). We will meet for rehearsals in McNaughton Hall on Sunday Mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. While our primary focus will be on voice, there will be an opportunity to add musical instruments.
We are so excited to restart this aspect of our music ministry with children under the talented leadership of our Director of Music, Gerry Brenes. If you have any questions, please contact Andrea Burt.
I am looking forward to sharing in this music ministry with your children.
Blessings!
Andrea Burt, Director of Children's Ministries
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Book Club Meets on Saturday,
May 21 at 10:30 a.m.
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Are you looking to join a book group? Look no more! Plymouth Church's book group meets over Zoom every third Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. If you are interested in joining the group, or you have any questions, please reach out to Wanda Bee or click on the Zoom link.
Upcoming Schedule:
"Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles on May 21
"Freezing Order" by Bill Browder on June 18
"Rose Code" by Kate Quinn on July 16
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Celebrating Annie Booker
May 29 During Worship
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With deep gratitude for Annie’s 16 years as Director of Plymouth Preschool, we will honor her during worship on May 29 during worship, and with cake in the garden during Fellowship Hour. We will also announce the creation of the Annie Booker Plymouth Preschool Scholarship Fund. Please join us to celebrate Annie’s amazing career. |
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Dr. John Nordt: History of Coconut Grove
May 29 After Worship
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Dr. John C. Nordt III presents a program about the history of Coconut Grove in the late 19th century, including the famous tale of the lighthouse keeper on Key Biscayne, Israel Lafayette Jones, his son Lancelot Jones; the history of Elliott Key; from shipwrecking to pineapple farming to property ownership and development, and the creation of Biscayne National Park from 1890 to the 1970s. |
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Chapman Partnership Feeding the Homeless
Beginning June 9
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We are so pleased to announce that beginning Thursday June 9, Plymouth will resume feeding the homeless at the Chapman Partnership. More details will be forthcoming – but we will be serving on the second and fifth Thursday of each month. We would like to rebuild our list of potential volunteers. And so there will be sign-up in the Cloister Garden after worship or email Pastor Al.
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Upcoming Schedule
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Book Club – 10:30 a.m.
Plymouth Hall and via Zoom.
See above for details.
Sunday, May 22, 2022
Bible and Bagels with Pastor Al – 8:30 a.m.
ID: 826 5840 8028 or Dial-In: 253-215-8782
Worship Service – 10:00 a.m.
In-person and Live-streamed
Live-streamed service begins at 10:00 a.m.
Sanctuary.
Nurturing Faith (Sunday School) – 10:00 a.m.
See above for details.
Joyful Noise Children's Choir – 11:15 a.m.
See above for details.
Cookies & Conversation: Capital Campaign Readiness Meeting – 11:15 a.m.
Plymouth Hall.
See above for details.
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Men's Bible Study – 8:00 a.m.
ID: 826 5840 8028 or Dial-In: 253-215-8782
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Bible and Bagels with Pastor Al – 8:00 a.m.
ID: 826 5840 8028 or Dial-In: 253-215-8782
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Update on the Macedonia Reading Program |
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Plymouth is committed to making a difference in the world and our city, using the myriad of gifts God has provided to us. In our own backyard, we are supporting a growing after-school reading program at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Coconut Grove in two ways: by supplying a team of dedicated volunteers and delivering significant financial resources... click here to read more.
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If you wish to support our efforts at Macedonia or would like more information, contact Amy Shipley or Dickie Davis.
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Plymouth Reaches out to Ukraine Refugees |
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Plymouth Church has raised to date about $30,000 to assist Ukrainians fleeing their war-torn nation to seek refuge in nearby Poland.
The effort to raise funds continues as millions of Ukrainians have become refugees since the Russian invasion began. At home they witnessed the deaths of civilians and the destruction of homes and cities.... Click here to read more.
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HOW TO CONTRIBUTE:
By check: Members and friends of Plymouth Church may write a check to Plymouth Congregational Church and mark it for Ukraine Support. You may mail your check to the church office at 3400 Devon Rd., Miami FL 33133, or place in the Sunday offering plate.
Online: You may contribute online using the link below. Designate Ukraine Support.
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Calling Potential Choir Members! |
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Come be part of the Plymouth Chancel Choir. We are one of Plymouth's many ministries that bring joy, comfort and meaning to all who participate. Whether you want to sing with us each week all year, only around the holidays, or just a few days in the summer, any time is a great time to participate. We generally meet Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the choir room. Prior singing experience is wonderful, but not required. Please email Gerry Brenes if you are interested in joining. |
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Got Questions? Let's Talk... |
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Whoever you are or wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. And so are your questions! Whatever your questions, we want to hear from you. Your questions will help us plan for opportunities to come together in person, virtually or a combination of virtual and in-person to engage in conversations to nurture our faith. Look for the wooden box in the rear of the sanctuary or in the cloister garden to place your questions. Looking forward to conversing. Blessings! |
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Take Sunday's Sermon Wherever You Go |
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Would you like to receive a prayer anytime? We offer the opportunity to request and receive confidential prayer through our Plymouth Prayer Partners Ministry. To request prayer, email at any time prayers@plymouthmiami.org. The members of this Ministry will pray for you. |
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THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO DONATE TO PLYMOUTH ONLINE. TO CHOOSE, CLICK ON THIS LINK.
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Plymouth Congregational Church
3400 Devon Road
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Church Office: 305-444-6521
Website: http://www.plymouthmiami.org
Editor: kevin@plymouthmiami.org
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Photo credit: Henry Langston
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