November Update
Dear Friends
As we move into November, we continue our journey through this autumn’s preaching series on Calling. Each week we’ve been discovering how God calls ordinary people in different ways, for different purposes, yet always for His glory.
This month, we’ll be reflecting on some remarkable moments of calling — moments that invite us to consider how God might be speaking to us today. We’ll begin with the extravagant devotion of a woman who loved much because she was forgiven much (Luke 7:36–50). Then, on Remembrance Sunday, we’ll reflect on the call to stand in the gap through the story of the Roman centurion (Luke 7:1–10) — a man marked by compassion and faith.
We’re delighted to welcome Rev. Alastair Bolt as our preacher that morning. Alastair served as an Army Chaplain for ten years, and his experience will bring a special depth to this service, as we remember those who have served and sacrificed, and as we consider what it means for us to live with courage, compassion, and faith in our own time.
Later in the month, we’ll meet Elizabeth, called to hope and faith in her waiting (Luke 1:5–25); Paul, whose life was utterly transformed when called to serve Christ (Acts 9:1–19); and John the Baptist, called to prepare the way for the Lord (Mark 1:1–8).
Each of these stories reminds us that God’s call comes in many forms — through devotion, compassion, hope, transformation, and service. My prayer is that as we listen to their stories, we might also listen for the whispers of God’s call in our own lives. What might He be saying to you? How might He be calling us — as individuals and as a church — in this season, to prepare the way for Christ today?
Jonny
News from PMCH
Romania Team Update
In the early hours of 6th October the team headed off on their journey to Sacele, Romania and the start of a very busy and hard working week. Much was achieved by the team including laying wood flooring and skirting in Mission House Zizin, and sealing two bathroom floors. Plastering and insulating a new boiler house in Tarlengenni ready for Winter. Children's work included daily story telling of Joseph and associated craft work, feeding up to 60 children each day. The team also wrapped 4 months worth of birthday presents for children who otherwise would have none. All this achieved by 11 people aged from 18yrs to 70+. Thank you for your prayers and donations. We will be presenting a full update in a session at the next Pick & Mix service. Thank you Lord for your faithfulness and generous love to ALL mankind.
What’s coming up in November
Practicing the Way | Monday 03 November | 2:30pm
As a follow on from Alpha and the Bible Course we have decided to do a course called 'Practicing the Way'. It is an eight week course starting Monday 03 November 2:30-4pm. Anyone who wants to follow Jesus is welcome to join us! The Practicing the Way Course features eight sessions of teaching, guided conversation, and spiritual exercises designed to lay a foundation for lifelong apprenticeship to Jesus. If you are interested in coming along please talk to our Children & Families Co-ordinator Denise Libby.
Prayer Meeting | Wednesday 05 November 7:30pm | PMCH
We are just entering the period when the Methodist Church nationally oversees the appointment of those ministers on the move to churches that have a vacancy.
For us at PMCH this is a critical time as we are into our second year with no Superintendent minister to lead and guide us as a church. It is no criticism of our amazing Leadership and Staff teams to say that we now need someone who will take up the vision and gifts that we need just now.
Your prayers are really important at this time and especially we need to be seeking God together. So, thank you to those who are already praying in small groups, home groups and midweek meetings. But this month in particular we are inviting as many as are able to join us at the Wednesday evening prayer meeting. Please come and demonstrate our unity in prayer before our Lord and Saviour.
“If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray – then…” 2 Chronicles 7.14
Remembrance Sunday | 09 November | 10:50am
On the 09 November we will be starting our morning worship slightly earlier at 10:50am (10:45 Online) to ensure we have enough time to hold a 2 minutes silence. We ask that you take your seats by 10:50am or stay in the hall until the silence has taken place.
YTH Bowling Trip | 14 November | 6:30-9pm
New4U are off to Tenpin Bowling on Friday 14 November- 2 games of bowling each for the bargain price of £12.00 per person. There are LIMITED spaces so book early if you don't want to be disappointed. We will be meeting at the bowling alley and you need to arrange to be picked up from the bowling alley at the end. Book HERE
Dedications | Sunday 16 November
We are thrilled to have four dedications coming up in November and we are expecting a large number of guests. If it'‘s necessary and you are able to, we’d really appreciate it if we could make use of the balcony to help leave seats available downstairs for our guests. Thanks so much for your help in making everyone feel welcome!
Pick & Mix Church | Sunday 23 November | 11am
We are looking forward to Pick & Mix returning on Sunday 23 November. Find new ways to worship all around the church with crafts, prayer, activities and lots more. There will also be a chance to see all the different opportunities to serve at PMCH and sign up to teams. All ages are welcome and why not invite a friend?
Please note this service will not be live-streamed and a recorded sermon will be available to watch online.
Disability Awareness Training | 30 November 12:30-2:30pm
All church volunteers are invited to this important Disability Awareness training with Through The Roof. Through the Roof is a registered charity that exists to Transform lives through Jesus with disabled people. They aim to provide life-changing opportunities for disabled people and to equip the Christian community to fully involve disabled people. Use this link to find out more information about this amazing charity Through the Roof . If you are a volunteer or have a heart for this ministry you are welcome to come along to this training. A soup lunch will be provided and booking is required. Please book your space HERE
Romania Christmas Box Appeal
Our Christmas Box Appeal has launched. A £25 donation sponsors a gift-filled box for a child in the Tarlengeni or Zizin Mission Houses in Romania. Gift certificates are available if you’d like to donate in someone’s name this Christmas. We’ll have a table set up on Sunday mornings with more info, cash and contactless payment available or bank transfer reference of ‘Romania’.
Messy Church | Saturdays 9:20-11am
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.
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For the next Messy Church we would be very grateful for cardboard tubes inside kitchen rolls. Please leave any you collect for us in the box behind the Welcome Desk
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.
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.
01 November
06 December
Please email Mark for more info mark@plymouthfoodbank.co.uk
December at PMCH
Our Christmas flyers will be arriving soon, filled with details about all the special services and events happening throughout December.
Take a moment to think about who you could invite — friends, family, neighbours — everyone’s welcome!
Don’t forget to visit the Events and Christmas pages on our website to make sure you don’t miss out on what’s happening.
Coming up this month
Sunday 02 November
11am Morning Worship led by Paul Courtney
7pm Evening Service & Communion led by Martin Earl
Sunday 09 November
10:50am Remembrance Sunday led by Alastair Bolt
7pm Evening Service led by Dave Martin
Sunday 16 November
11am Morning worship & Communion Dan Haylett
7pm Evening Service led by David Evans
Sunday 23 November
11am Pick & Mix Church led by Jonny Libby
7pm Evening Service led by Delarre Irving
Sunday 30 November
11am Morning Worship led by Jonny Libby
12:30pm Disability Awareness Training
7pm Evening Service led by Malc Halliday
For more information on services and groups at PMCH please visit www.pmch.org.uk