Week of 08.24.2025

Today 

Today, we wrap up our Summer Fundraiser, Give some. Welcome many. Learn more or make your gift here: plymouthucc.org/welcomemany.

Save the date: Sun., 8/24 to welcome our two new acting members of staff, Drew Angotti (Christian Formation) and Marshall Jones (Music). Read about them here. 

New Member Class, Sun., 8/24, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. An opportunity to get to know the church, the United Church of Christ, and what membership at Plymouth means. (Membership Ceremony will be on 8/31 during worship.) Sign up here. Childcare available -- indicate on form.

Derek Webb in concert on Sun., 8/24, 7 p.m., Heart of the Rockies Church. Tickets here. Kids under 18 free! A 30+ year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums as a founding member of Caedmon’s Call. His new album is a powerful response to the urgent need for comfort, courage, and empowerment, especially for queer & trans youth facing growing threats in today’s culture.

The Climate Action Ministry team is excited to begin distributing the fruits of our labor (aka garden harvests) to: * The volunteers who have made this project possible and to the members/friends of Plymouth. Each Sunday we will set out produce on a table in the Fellowship Hall. Please take some home to enjoy! * Our immigrant families * Local organizations that feed our under-resourced community members. 


Next Sunday

The Christian Formation Board wants to hear from you if you would like to facilitate a Blessed Belonging adult small group starting in September. If you do, fill out this form by Sun., 8/31. 


Additional Events

Faith Family Hospitality Training. You are invited to an FFH potluck and training at Heart of the Rockies Christian Church, on Tues., 8/26 at 6 p.m.  Whether you currently volunteer or want to learn more about FFH, this an excellent chance to get updated and meet other volunteers. If you are able, bring a dish to share. Contact Mary Freese (<- links to FFH page; scroll to bottom for form) to sign up or for more information.

Congregational Life would like to form a Plymouth bowling team! The co-ed non-competitive league at Chipper's Lanes is Wednesday nights at 6:30, starting 8/27. Minimum of 4, maximum of 10. Contact Karyl to learn more. 

The Climate Action Ministry Team is now accepting items for compost. Questions or pick up a handout at the Climate Action table on Sunday or download here. 

SEPTEMBER:

On 9/5 the Friday morning men's Coffee & Discussion Group (9-11 a.m.)invites everyone to a special gathering with representatives from Rocky Mountain PBS, bringing information from the front lines of Public Media and inviting questions and comments. All welcome! 

Stephen Ministry at Plymouth. Are you going through a difficult time? Plymouth has trained Stephen Ministers who can help. Are you interested in serving as a Stephen Minister? We are offering training the week of 9/22. For more information, contact Lory Clukey with form on Stephen Ministry page. 

Imagine! Grant returns. Any existing O&M ministry team (or group of church members wishing to form a ministry team) is welcome to apply for a grant of up to $3,000 to be used for a project of their imagination. Applications accepted through 9/30. Learn more and apply at plymouthucc.org/mission. 


Anytime

Join Pastor Pam’s “Getting to Know You” program, to gather in small groups of 4-5 people at a time over a cup of coffee or a meal and have fun and interesting conversations. Sign up online here. If you aren't comfortable signing up online, call the church and a staff member will get you scheduled.