April 2015 Connections

CONNECTIONS

HE IS RISEN!

APRIL 2015

OPPORTUNITIES FOR DUNWOODY METHODISTS TO CONNECT

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Back some time ago, I was doing some reading and ran across an insightful story that stands as a good reminder to all of us. A stranger was out for a stroll one Sunday afternoon when he happened to pass a mine in Pennsylvania. He noticed the nearby fields were full of mules. Seeing a young boy nearby, he questioned why. The young man explained that the mules were “mine mules”. They worked deep in the mines where it was dark all during the week, but on Sundays they were brought up to keep from going blind.There’s a lesson here for you and me. We’re probably a lot more like mules than any of us would care to admit. I don’t want to sound overly cynical, but we live in a world that is full of cultural darkness. On any given day you can turn on the television and hear reports of crime, violence, questionable conduct, and constant conflict. Often, we find advertising offering us alluring enticements to hedge on the truth and encouragement to treat others more like objects than children of God. If we want to keep from going spiritually blind, our spirits need the consistent experience of exposure to the “Son”!One of the ways we do that is through the regular experience of worship. Personally, I can’t think of a better time to make regular weekly worship a part of our plans than during the month of April.• As you know, we begin April with the greatest of all the Christian celebrations -

the celebration of Easter… that day when Christ conquered once and for all the darkness of death.

• On April 12, we will be celebrating the Sacrament of our Lord’s Supper where we will be reminded that Christ has defeated the darkness of sin.

• On April 19, we will be celebrating Confirmation Sunday where nearly a hundred of our young people will make a confession of their faith in Christ and take another step of walking in the light.

• On April 26, we will be reflecting on Jesus, who is the Good Shepherd, who leads us in paths of righteousness and makes possible life abundant and life eternal.

I hope you will make plans to join us each week. There is nothing in the world quite like being regularly exposed to the power and presence of the Son of God. See you on Sundays if not before!Blessings,

Dan

A LESSON FROM A MULE WORSHIP CALENDAR

APRIL 5 EASTER

Four Great Worship Services 8:00 Contemporary Service in the

Fellowship Hall 9:00, 10:05, 11:15 Traditional Easter

Celebration in the Sanctuary Rev. Dan Brown, preaching

FROM TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH! John 20:1-18

APRIL 12 COMMUNION SUNDAY

Traditional Service 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Rev. Keith Lawder, preaching A BUM RAP? John 20:19-31

Contemporary Service 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall

Rev. Lane Davis, preaching A LONG WALK IN THE LIGHT

1 John 1:1-2:2

APRIL 19 CONFIRMATION SUNDAY

Traditional Service 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Rev. Dan Brown, preaching YOU ARE WITNESSES!

Luke 24:36b-48

Contemporary Service 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall Rev. Keith Lawder, preaching

PRACTICING RIGHTEOUSNESS 1 John 3:1-7

APRIL 26 Traditional Service

9:00 and 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary Rev. Dan Brown, preaching

THE SHEPHERD WHO’S CALLED “GOOD”

John 10:11-18

Contemporary Service 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall Rev. Keith Lawder, preaching

HOW DO WE KNOW? 1 John 3: 16-24

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CHILDREN

Age 4 (by 9-1-2015) through rising 3rd grade

JUNE 8 - JUNE 11Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Closing Celebration - Thursday, 6:30 p.m.$20.00 including CD and T-Shirt

Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015Contact Melissa Lerner at

[email protected] or 678-662-6416

Rising 4th - 6th grade

JUNE 8 - JUNE 11Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Closing Celebration - Thursday, 6:30 p.m.$60.00 includes supplies transportation

Registration Deadline: May 8, 2015Contact Polly Frederick at

[email protected] or 770-394-0675

After Care available Monday-Thursday, early drop off at 8:30am and pick up at 5 p.m. and Friday, 8:30a.m. - 5 p.m.Sign up for VBS, GodSquad and After Care on our website at www.dunwoodyumc.org

YOUTH

#GROUP180 FANUARY

All 7th - 12th grade students are invited to join us for a crazy evening with a crazy game called “Fanuary.” What is it? It’s like a strategic game of zombie tag. You’ll have to come to find out! Sunday, April 12, 6:30 p.m. in the Youth Area. Contact Lane Davis at [email protected] or 770-394-0675 ext. 124 for details.

#GROUP180 OUTDOOR LASER TAG

Outdoor Laser Tag is back! 6th - 12th grade students are invited to a fun night of laser tag, Sunday, April 26, 6:30 p.m. on the ball field. Cost is $10. Bring a friend. Contact Lane Davis at [email protected] or 770-394-0675 ext. 124.

DUMC YOUTH MINISTRY

To find out more about the Dunwoody UMC Youth Ministry, visit our website at www.dunwoodyumc.org/180 or contact the Youth Pastor, Rev. Lane Davis at [email protected].

TEACHER RECRUITMENT FOR CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Sunday School teachers are a vital part of children’s ministry. Come be part of the team. If you have ever thought about teaching a child’s class or know you want to, let us know! Contact me at [email protected] or claim your class on the children’s webpage at www.dunwoodyumc.org.


YOUNG ADULTS

NEW FRIENDS FIELD TRIP

LEARNING ABOUT WORLD RELIGIONS

The Young Adult Sunday School class will be studying Rev. Adam Hamilton’s Book on World Religions for the month of May. This class meets at 10:30 a.m. in the Young Adult Suite. We would love for you to join us!

THANK YOU CHURCH MEMBERS!!!

Special thank you to all the church members that donated Easter Baskets for the United Methodist Children’s Home. Rev. Ashley Jenkins delivered over 50 Easter Baskets to the Children’s Home. These children had a special surprise on Easter morning! Thank you for your generosity!

YOUNG ADULTS AT HABITAT

The Young Adults will be building the Habitat House together on April 25. Join us for a fun-filled work day with other fellow church members. Please sign up on our website at www.dunwoodyumc.org. Nursery is available by RSVP.

TRIP TO THE MONASTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

On Friday, April 24 We invite you to take a bus trip with us to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA. This is a place of peace, prayer, beauty, and simplicity. Their stained glass work reflects the blending of old and new. Each piece has been made by monks at the monastery. Their bakery makes delicious fudge, fruit cakes and biscotti. The garden center is recognized for it’s bonsai knowledge, plants and supplies. The bus leaves from the church at 10:00 a.m. and will return by 3 p.m. The cost including bus fare and a box lunch from Honey Baked Ham is $28. We will have lunch in their Refectory Cafe and attend the noon prayer service, with ample free time to visit their museum, Bonsai garden and the Abbey store. We will also watch a video on the life of the monks. The last day for payment is at noon Sunday, April 19. Contact Rev. Exa Grubb to sign up or with questions at 770-394-0675 ext. 205 or at [email protected].

NEW FRIENDS DINING OUT

We are a group of widowed friends (men and women) who enjoy each other’s company and an evening out to dinner at various restaurants on the second Friday of each month. We always welcome ‘New Friends” to join us. Our next outing will be on Friday, April 10 at 6:00 p.m. at Jason’s Deli, 4750 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody. Reservations must be made by noon April 9 to Betty Moreland, 770-641-8519. To be added to the mailing list or simply learn more details about our group, please contact Betty Morland, [email protected] or 770-641-8519.


SINGLE ADULTS PALS

SINGLES MISSION TRIP

Calling all Singles! The Singles Ministry of Dunwoody UMC is going on a mission trip to Hinton Rural Life Center. We will be doing light construction and home repair for families living in poverty. The cost for the entire weekend including lodging and food is $125. We will be leaving church at 6 p.m. on April 16 and arriving back to church around 11:30 a.m. on April 19. RSVP to Ashley Jenkins by April 6 at [email protected].

“HOP INTO SPRING AND JOIN PALS…”

Join those at the Lunch & Learn Programs of PALS on Mondays from April 6 to May 18, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Dunwoody United Methodist Church. Select from the following offerings: The Nugget Series, Jewelry Making Class, Heritage of the Southeastern Indian Tribes, Keys to Maintaining Your Home and Maximizing Your Homes Value, Revolution-Independence-Nation, the Art of Ancient Rome, Painting Bird Feeders and Bird Houses, American Roots Music Part 1, Travel, A View Into the Societies of Western Civilization Through Their Architecture, Bridge and Mahjongg. Brochures are available around DUMC or by calling PALS at 770-698-0801 or online at www.palsonline.org. Join the fun and enjoy great catered lunches, available with reservations.

SUPPORT

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP

The Dementia Support Group is for caregivers - both local and long distance - of persons affected with any form of dementia - ie: frontal lobe, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s. The group meets the second Thursday of each month, from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in Room 254. This group is sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association and is open to anyone to come at any time. For further information or questions contact JoAnn Akers at [email protected].

STEPHEN MINISTERS CARE. Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who have received special training in order to provide one-to-one Christian care to people in our congregation and community experiencing challenges such as grief, loneliness, divorce, hospitalization, disability, job loss, and many other life difficulties. To learn how to become a Stephen Minister or receive care from one, contact one of the pastors or Pat deBolt at 770-396-6836.


VOLUNTEER!

EASTER SEASONDuring Holy Week only, our

Wednesday Night Supper will move to Thursday night, April 2. The dinner will be followed by a

Service of Holy Communion in the Sanctuary.

Rev. Dan Brown, preaching THE EXAMPLE

John 13:1-17, 31-35

On Good Friday, we will have a Tenebrae Service based on the Seven Last Words of Christ at

7:00 p.m. This is in addition to the service at noon that day.

THE SEVEN LAST WORDS OF CHRIST

There will be four opportunities to worship on Easter morning. There will be the Contemporary Service in the Fellowship Hall at 8:00 a.m., and

three services in the Sanctuary at 9:00, 10:05, and 11:15 a.m.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS FOR WORSHIP

We are looking for volunteers to operate a camera in the sanctuary during services, which requires a steady hand and good eyesight. Also someone(s) to operate an audio mixer in various locations around the church. Requires a knowledge of audio technology and mixing, as well as good hearing. Contact Ed Trundle at [email protected] or 770-394-0675 ext 271 to volunteer.

PARKING LOT GREETER

We are looking for volunteers to welcome persons who park in the Guest Parking Spaces on Sunday mornings ask if they can provide assistance and escort guests into the Sanctuary or activities building. One Sunday/month for six months between 8:30-9:10 a.m. or 10:00-10:40 a.m. To help, please contact Samantha Faklaris at [email protected] or 770-394-0675 ext 117.

DUNWOODY UMC MEDIA CENTER

We are looking for volunteers to help in the DUMC Media Center. Hours are flexible, training available as needed. Check out and in books, shelve, catalogue. Contact Exa Grubb at [email protected] or 770-394-0675 ext 205.

FOURTH OF JULY FLOAT COMMITTEE

We are looking for assistance with the planning, creation and building of the DUMC float in the 2015 Dunwoody 4th of July parade. Hope you’ll consider joining us with a Dunwoody tradition. Contact David Melton at [email protected] with questions or to volunteer.

USHER MINISTRY

A wonderful way to serve our church is volunteering to be an usher during our Sunday services. There is always room for you, to become a member of a regular “team,” be it a 9:00 a.m. or a 10:30 team, or, even as a substitute usher, as called upon from time to time. There are no special qualifications needed, other than being willing to help make all worshippers feel welcomed and cared for. There are a few opportunities awaiting you. Please join a special group of men and women by contacting Doug Horst 404-694-4114, Charles Pittard 770-622-1626, or Rip Clark 770-393-2649 for more information on this ministry.

UNITED METHODIST WOMENUMW SERVING TOGETHER CIRCLE

A t t h e i r M a r c h meeting, the Serving To g e t h e r C i r c l e assembled Easter b a s ke t s f o r t h e mothers living in our transitional houses. The beautiful gift

baskets included candies, toiletries and cosmetics, note paper, treats, and other useful items. Thanks to these ladies for making Easter morning a special time for the families.

UMW BIBLE STUDY

We are a group of wise and mature senior ladies. We meet the second Tu e s d a y o f t h e month in the Wesley Room at 9:30 a.m. We enjoy a time of fellowship and we are studying the book of Luke this year. We invite guests to lead our studies each month. Each year we have a delightful Christmas lunch with special entertainment and an end of the year luncheon in May where we share salads and desserts.


DUMC GIRL SCOUTS

Seven Saturdays – April 11 – May 30 (will not build on Memorial Day

weekend, May 23) 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

It’s time to register for our upcoming build! Due to the overwhelming success of the Holiday Festival 2014, we are blessed with the opportunity to build two houses this year. We will partner with other churches in our district in this effort. Registration opens March 1 at www.dunwoodyumc.org. All skill levels are appreciated! You must be age 16 and up to build. Be a part of this life changing experience for two deserving families!

Front row, left to right: Gracie Ackaway, Caroline Gracey, Lindsay Harris, Marguerite Lanham, Laura Lawson Duncan, Carley Chastain, Megan Dunmon, Caroline DraughonBack row, left to right: Meredith Frederick, Emily Eith, DUMC Family Promise Coordinator Cathy Elliott, Family Promise of North Fulton/DeKalb Executive Director Felicia Lewis Hardy and Office Manager Jan Russell, Caroline Plyler, and Dunwoody Methodist Church Senior Pastor Dan Brown

Not pictured: Annie Echemendia, Lauren Killeen and Emily Schmitt

Family Promise of North Fulton/DeKalb, an organization working with a network of 13 churches and synagogues in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs to provide temporary housing, assistance and case management for families with children experiencing homelessness, recently received a $3,089 check from Dunwoody United Methodist Church’s Girl Scout Troop #27436. This troop of 14, 8th grade girls is led by DUMC member, Sarah Duncan, and they’ve been working with Family Promise at DUMC for several years – they have set up and taken down bedrooms, hosted families, babysat children, made meals and even helped with Christmas decorations and food for the families at other congregations. Last fall, the girls decided to raise money for Family Promise with the hopes of providing enough funds to make a significant difference to those in the program. They created and sold “It’s All Good In The ‘Wood” Dunwoody t-shirts with 100% of the profits going to Family Promise. The girls presented Family Promise with the check Sunday, Feb 22, for their Girl Scout Silver Award project. The girls would like to continue to raise funds for Family Promise, so if you would like to order an “It’s All Good In The ‘Wood” Dunwoody shirt, please visit this website: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SLVS9ZJ.

CAREER MINISTRYCAREER MINISTRY WORKSHOP

The number of ways to reach the hiring place has expanded yet, at the same time, it has become more difficult to find and begin the hiring process. Join us Tuesday, April 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the Wesley Room. Topics covered will include how to expand your conventional network, finding new contacts, getting found by recruiters, and exploring social media, including LinkedIn, Twitter, blogging and Yahoo groups. Facilitated by Will Grubb, a volunteer with the Career Ministry and a Vietnam veteran. He has worked with IBM, Hewlett Packard and BMC Software. Contact JoAnn Akers at [email protected] or 678-352-8334.

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Clergy and Office NumbersDan Brown

Senior Pastor

Lane Davis Minister with Youth

Ashley Fitzpatrick Jenkins Minister with Singles/Young Adults

Exa Grubb Minister with Older Adults

Keith Lawder Minister of Spiritual Formation

David Melton Minister to the Congregation

Sonny Walden Minister of Music

Church Office: 770-394-0675 Prayer Line: 770-671-8239

FAX Number: 770-394-8492 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dunwoodyumc.org

Minister After Hours 770-316-1935

In case of an emergency such as a death or critical illness.

MEMORIALS FOR FEBRUARY

IN MEMORY OF:Ronald Barze – Mrs. Joyce Niemann, Mr. and Mrs. David Rheney, Mr. and Mrs. James Williams, Jr.Ralph Childs – Mr. and Mrs. James Williams, Jr.Clark David Collins – Mr. and Mrs. Charles CollinsDoris Etheridge (mother of Linda Leake) – Mr. Jerry Rhea, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Loux, Ms. Brenda HaydenDouglas Fonde (brother of Richard Fonde) – Mr. and Mrs. Robert FortenberryBert Jones – Mr. and Mrs. James Williams, Jr.Edward Mallory – Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Chancy, Ms. Janice Manus, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Ridgway, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Boggs, Mr. and Mrs. James Redmond, Mr. Mike Price, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Serafy, Ms. Louise Hurst, Mr. and Mrs. David Schwenk, Ms. Rose Ann Muse, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bearden, Mr. and Mrs. Wilton King, Mrs. Ellen Fox

IN HONOR OF:Bonnie and Les Brannan – Mr. and Mrs. David Schwenk, Mrs. Carolyn MiddletonRev. Dan Brown – Mrs. Jane MalloryDUMC Chancel Choir – Mrs. Jane MalloryRev. Keith Lawder – Mrs. Martha BarzeMary Ruth Solem – Mrs. Jane Mallory

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April 2015 Connections