Indiana—The Plymouth church members recently completed Phase I of their new church project—2,736 square feet consisting of a fellowship hall, two classrooms, handicap-accessible bathrooms and an office.

When the church was accepted as one of Maranatha International's projects, church members were told that they'd be lucky to get 20 people to volunteer. So, in prayer, they submitted an article for publication in the April 2007 Lake Union Herald asking for help. As a result, Maranatha had to limit the volunteers who responded! They came from all over to help build a house for the Lord in Indiana's unpredictable May weather.

Phase I is completely paid for, and the fellowship hall (which is currently being used as the sanctuary) was overflowing with people on the day of the dedication program. Gary Thurber, Indiana Conference president, and Don Inglish, then pastor of the Plymouth Church, gave the dedicatory messages. George Crumley, secretary/treasurer of the Indiana Conference, closed the service with a special prayer of dedication and a challenge to bring the good news of our Lord's soon return to the area around the church.

In 2010, the members hope to complete Phase II, which will include a sanctuary. Their goal is to have Phase II paid in full by the time it is finished. Your prayers are appreciated, and Plymouth Church members want to thank all who donated their time, money, talents and materials to this project. May the Lord be praised!

Delmae Carterman, member, Plymouth Church