July Update
Dear wonderful PMCH family,
Happy July to you all! Hasn’t June been amazing for getting out and about and enjoying this beautiful corner of the world we call home? We really have so much to be thankful for.
I’m especially grateful for the avalanche of chocolate that followed last month’s message—37 bars of Galaxy was far beyond what I imagined! Careful rationing strategies are now in place to see me through the months ahead (with varying degrees of self-control).
As we continue our Sunday morning journey through the life of Joseph, I’ve been struck again by how powerfully his story speaks into our own as a church right now. In Genesis 41, Joseph moves from a forgotten prisoner to Pharaoh’s right-hand man—not in an instant, but through years marked by silence, setbacks, and slow, unseen preparation. All the while, God was at work—quietly, faithfully, perfectly.
That’s a truth I hope sinks deep into our hearts. In this season of transition, it might feel like we’re in a holding pattern—especially as we await news of a new Superintendent minister. But perhaps, like Joseph, we’re not stuck; we’re being shaped. God is preparing us—even now—for what lies ahead. His timing hasn’t slipped. His plan hasn’t stalled. And He certainly hasn’t forgotten us.
In fact, we’re continually seeing signs of His faithfulness in the waiting: in those who’ve stepped up to lead; in the new faces joining our church; and in the deepening faith I sense in so many of you. So, let’s keep praying. Let’s keep preparing. And let’s keep trusting that God’s timing is as perfect now as it was in Pharaoh’s court.
As always, I’m so thankful for you—your prayers, your patience, your laughter, and your faithful presence in the life of our church. Let’s keep encouraging one another as we look ahead with hope.
With every blessing,
Jonny
What’s coming up in July
Prayer Meeting | Wednesday 02 July 7:30pm | PMCH
Join us for our monthly Prayer Meeting in the Prayer Chapel. It’s a great opportunity to join together and offer ourselves and the world to God in prayer.
The Bible Course | Thursdays | 2:30-4pm
Following a successful Alpha course with Parents from Totstop we are continuing the journey with The Bible Course. We will be meeting for the few weeks and continuing after the Summer holidays. If you would like to find out more please email our Children’s & Families Worker or sign up HERE.
Whether you’re new to the Bible, just curious about it or you’ve been reading it for years, this course is a great way to deepen your knowledge and faith
Friyay Club | 04 July | 4-6pm
A monthly club for the whole family with children aged 4-11 (younger siblings welcome). The evening includes a meal, faith discussion, games and tuck!
Sign Up HERE | £1 per person
Pick & Mix Church | Sunday 06 July | 11am
Pick & Mix Services are a great way to worship in different ways, meet new people and enjoy time together. We have lots of activities lined up for next Sunday and a prerecorded sermon will be available if you watch our services online. Visit pmch.org.uk/sunday
After the service we will be hold our Church General Meeting. We will will be electing new council members and this meeting is open to all.
Tithe Funding | Faith in Action
The Faith in Action Team will soon make recommendations to the Church Council for allocating our tithe monies to worthy charities and causes
If you would like to make a proposal please read our policy and guidance and then fill out the proposal form available from PMCH or download HERE
Child Dedications | Sunday 20 July 11am
We are excited to have four children lined up to be Dedicated at our Morning Service on 20 July. We hope you will come to support the families as they make promises to God and join with us to celebrate their lives.
Messy Church | Saturdays 9:20-11am
20 September | 18 October | 15 November | Messy Christmas Sunday 14 December
Starting with breakfast, come and join us for a family friendly time full of fun, activities, food and Bible stories.
Follow us on Facebook to be the first to know when booking opens
Foodbank Hub
Foodbank Sundays
Please support our Foodbank by donating items each month. Below are the dates and item suggestions for Foodbank Sunday but. any items of food or toiletries will be gratefully received.
06 July - Soup
03 August - Tinned Tomatoes
07 September - Baked Beans
05 October - Dog Food
02 November - Christmas Items
07 December - Christmas Items
Foodbank Prayer Meeting
Join us Saturdays 9:30am - 12 as we pray for the Foodbank and the people we connect with at our sessions.
05 July
02 August
06 September
04 October
01 November
06 December
Please email Mark for more info mark@plymouthfoodbank.co.uk
Summer 2025 at PMCH
Over the Summer a lot of our weekday groups take a break so please keep an eye out for communications about when groups break up and return in September.
We also pause our livestream for the month of August. If you’ve been following our Joseph series do not fear! Jonny will be recording the last session and this will be available to watch on 03 August at 11am on Youtube.
Coming up this month
Sunday 06 July
11am Morning Worship Pick & Mix Church (Prerecorded Sermon Available)
Church General Meeting after Morning Service
7pm Evening Healing Service led by Dave Martin
Sunday 13 July
11am Morning Worship led by Paul Friend
7pm Evening Service led by Paul Whitell
Sunday 20 July
11am Morning Communion & Dedication Service led by Dave Martin
7pm Evening Service led by Kevin Hooke
Sunday 27 July
11am Morning Service led by Paul Courtney
Cake Stall to raise funds for SWYM workers after Morning Service
7pm Evening Service led by Mark Haydon
For more information on services and groups at PMCH please visit www.pmch.org.uk