Weekly Bible Study, Mondays, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in room 102. If you need childcare, contact Sharon Midura at office@plymouthchurchucc.org.  Text for February 6:Mark 1:40-45.  Text for February 13: Mark 9:2-9.

Wednesday Night Food & Fellowship begins January 11 and runs through Wednesday, March 28. Time: 5:45 – 6:45 pm. Cost: $5 Adult; $3 Child 4-11; Children < 3 free; $15 Family max. February 1: Meatballs Carbonnade, Kluski Noodles, Green Beans, Jam Bars; February 8: Chicken Rice Casserole, Salad, Brownies; February 15: Sloppy Joes, Sweet Potato Fries, Veggies, Raisin Spice Bars; February 22: Stuffed Shells, Salad, Garlic Bread, Ice Cream/Sherbet; February 29: Broccoli Cheese Brunch Casserole, Hash Brown Patties, Fruit. Sign up outside the parlor by the Monday before each dinner.

SAVE THE DATE! Women’s Retreat. Plan to attend the Annual Women’s Retreat on Friday, march 16, from 7-9:00 p.m. AND Saturday, March 17th from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Come enjoy stimulating conversation, deep reflection, and a whole lot of fun!

Preschool church helpers needed! Remember how 3 and 4-year olds are happy and excited to learn? Remember how tired their parents are and happy for an hour of adult thinking and meditation? Contact Adam to be a part of a 2-person team to spend worship time leading children through play, stories and sharing. For testimonials, chat with Mark McCue, Gracia Green, Juanita Faulx, Pam Beck (I don't remember the name of the man who did it with Gracia or Juanita) Your help is needed NOW!

Mardi Gras Brunch, an ONA sponsored event, will be held, Sunday, February 19, after worship at 11:45 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. $5/person; $15 max for families. Sign up outside the parlor.

Valentine Cookie Baking. On Sunday, February 12, we will hold our annual cookie-baking for our homebound members. Children, grades K-6, should come to Fellowship Hall just before worship begins to prepare cookies, decorate containers and make valentines for our housebound friends. We hope children and their families will deliver the cookies to make it more meaningful for the recipients. However, any remaining cans will be available at Coffee Hour for those members and friends who will also be willing to deliver cookies during the following week. Please note: Due to this service project, Sunday School will NOT be formally held on February 12. There will be a mini-lesson regarding our project that day downstairs in Fellowship Hall.

Plymouth Men's Retreat - Men in the Two Halves of Life: From John the Baptist to Jesus, Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. From the young man first making a name for himself to the grandfather sharing hard-earned wisdom, men at every stage of the spiritual journey have something to learn from and offer to each other. Guided by our brothers walking the path, we will explore what our Christian tradition tells us about building the good life, facing the crises of our limitations, and how our struggles can lead us to a place where "I no longer live, but Christ lives in me" (Gal. 2:20). Registration Form. Contact Chris Grostic (office@plymouthchurchucc.org) with questions.

Fossil Fuel Discussion Group. Wednesday, February 1 and 15, 8:00 – 9:00 a.m., CR. Great coffee, pastries, and discussion. Our meetings are open to all members and friends of Plymouth, so feel free to invite others to join us for either or both of these gatherings. February 1: Harry Mercer will moderate A Session on the Early History of Plymouth Church. We'll look at some early documents and follow the establishment of a new community church in Shaker Heights. February 15: Our Senior Minister, Rev. Dr. Shawnthea Monroe, has accepted an invitation to an informal round table conversation with us about her recent trip to Israel, focusing on her thoughts and reactions to what she saw and experienced, and responding to our questions and comments.

The Women’s Bible Study Group meets, Monday, February 6, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. in the Parlor. This group welcomes all new members.

Contemplative Christianity Discussion and Practice Group, Wednesday, February 8, 7:30 p.m., Room 102. Open to all those interested in exploring Christian spirituality based around direct experience. Contact Chris Grostic with any questions.

Annual Report. Click here: Annual Report 2011. There are some hard copies available in the office. One per family, please.
 
We are in need of adults and responsible 6th-12th grade youth to help assist with Sunday morning worship by running the soundboard and recording video. Contact Rachel Gardiner or Rev. Adam Hange if you are interested in getting training and joining the rotation.

Audio recordings of the weekly sermons are available online, www.plymouthchurchucc.org and on CD. If you would like a CD, contact the church office, 216.921.3510. Cost: S2.

Visit the Hearts & Minds table during coffee hour.  Contact Pam Beck or sign up on the clipboard outside the office to request a week for your Plymouth or non-profit group.

Join the Flower Delivery Ministry. This is an easy and tangible way to show God’s love to others. We constantly receive feedback from people to whom we’ve taken flowers, that this is a deeply meaningful ministry. It is a wonderful way to teach children about mission and ministry. Please help us keep our outreach strong! For more information contact Rev. Lois Annich, 216-921-3510 ext. 23 or lannich@plymouthchurchucc.org.