SUNDAY -  July 6, 2008

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The Jacksons’ Presentation on Their Missionary Journeys in Ghana – On July 13 at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. the Jacksons will be making a presentation on their missionary journeys in Ghana during both Sunday School hours in the Fellowship Hall. Make plans for your class to attend. This presentation is open to anyone who would like to hear about their experiences. Also, from 10:00-10:30 a.m. a short reception will be held in the back of the Fellowship Hall in their honor. Let's show our support by welcoming them home during this short visit. Questions, call Linda King, ext.136, or email linda.king@dunwoodyumc.org.

Save the Date: Wednesday, July 23, 6:00 p.m. – Our Summer Cook Out takes on an African theme, as we honor the Jacksons our African missionaries. We will enjoy some typical African dishes, including fried chicken. The Jacksons will teach us a little about Ghana. We will round out the evening by showing the movie, The Lion King, on the big screen in the Fellowship Hall. 

Hall of Famers will meet this Friday at 9:00 a.m. at the Hickory House.

New Friends (Widowed) will meet at Nordstrom Café at Perimeter Mall on July 11 at 6:00 p.m. Call Betty Moreland at 770-641-8519 by noon on July 10 for a reservation.

Study of the Book of Psalms - Come join in the joyous Bible study of “Echoes of Faith: The Psalms” led by Dr. Evelyn Laycock October 13-16, 2008 at beautiful Epworth By the Sea on St. Simons Island, GA.  Dr. Laycock is a favorite Bible study leader among Methodists in the Southeastern United States. The Pryme Tymers will arrange for bus transportation to and from St. Simons Island if 50 people attend.  The cost, including transportation, is $344.85 per adult, double occupancy, and $430.05 per adult with one adult per room. This price includes all meals for the four study days except for two meals while traveling. If you are interested please call Exa Grubb by July 7 at 770 394-0675, ext 205 for more information.

Prison Committee meets Sunday, July 13, at 11:45 a.m. in the Conference Room opposite the reception desk in the office area. Questions? Call Don Doumas at 404-255-4031.

Pryme Tymers Café – On Friday, July18, Prime Tymers Café presents lunch and bingo! Join us at 11:30 a.m. in the Frances Asbury room for a noontime lunch catered by Sweet Tomatoes. Bingo will follow with prizes! The cost is $9. Call Exa Grubb at ext. 205 for a reservation.

Cancer Support – Monthly, members of DUMC and our community who are currently dealing with or have dealt with a cancer diagnosis come together to listen, to encourage, and to help each other through a very challenging time. If you or someone you know is currently dealing with the disease and could benefit from talking with others, please join us. The Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, July 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Parlor. Please contact Joanie Hardin at 770-394-3714 if you have any questions.

The Concert Series at Dunwoody United Methodist Church presents Mary Ruth Solem in an organ recital which includes compositions by Barber, Larsen, and Leavitt. Please join us Sunday, July 20, at 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for this program featuring American composers.

 DISCIPLE and Short Term/Small Group Studies will begin after Labor Day. There will be classes for DISCIPLE I, II, III, and IV, Christian Believer, Companions in Christ, Psalms Short Course. Also there will be several short term classes  offered from a list we are considering of more than 50 topics, such as “Gracespace,” "Pay It Forward," or various book reviews, and others ranging from 1 week to 11 weeks. Watch for this list in the July CONNECTIONS. If you have a particular interest in a topic you see listed, call or contact Cathy Wright at 770-394-0675, 112 or cathy.wright@dunwoodyumc.org.

Do You "Put Up" Pickles, Jams, Jellies, or Other Goodies in the Summer?Could you donate some to the Chancel Choir's Gourmet Shop for the Holiday Festival?Although we have a little time until November 8, we would appreciate your thinking about these goodies now! How about your Grandma's special pound cake? If you can donate, please call Joyce Hatcher @ 770-664-2300 or Lynne Byrd at 770-451-0230.God Bless You!

The DUMC Kids Consignment Fall and Winter Sale is right around the corner and we need your help!This season’s sale will be held on August 21–23. For shopping times and more information go to www.dunwoodyumc.org/consignmentsale.htm or 770-394-0675, ext. 284.

  • Need to cut your clutter? Solution: Sign up as a consignor.Attend one of the registrations on July 13 or 27 and August 10 from 10:00-10:30 a.m. at the church. The seller fee is $5; fee will be $8 after August 2.For more information contact consignment.information@gmail.com.
  • Don’t have time to consign? Solution: The sale accepts donations of high quality gently used children’s clothes, toys, and baby equipment. Clothes need to be clean and of the fall and winter season.Items can be left in the lobby or a pick up can be arranged. Contact consignmentsale@gmail.com to donate.
  • Want to help your community? Solution: Volunteer for the Kids Consignment Sale. There is a variety of tasks and shifts available for people of all ages and skill sets. Plus you get to shop the presale! To sign up contact consignment.volunteer@gmail.com.
  • Your involvement helps fund projects that support women and children in your community.Past recipients of grants have included The United Methodist Children’s Home, CAC, Atlanta Women’s Day Shelter, and The Grant Park Family Clinic.

Nursing Home Ministry – Our purpose is to minister to DUMC members and their families who are in local nursing/retirement homes and assisted living facilities. If you have a loved one you would like visited on a regular basis or if you would like to be a visitor, contact Ann Brooks, Chairperson of the Nursing Home Ministry, at 770-235-4638.

Platelet or Blood Donors Needed – Paul Kiepper, a regular visitor to DUMC, is receiving a bone marrow transplant and could use your help as a volunteer platelet or blood donor. For more information call the Atlanta Blood Services at 404-459-8744.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group – Are you interested in being in a support group of patient  and family members? Contact Joan Winter at ext. 120 or Barbara Bean at ext. 119.  

If You Are Looking for a Church Home…look no further than Dunwoody United Methodist Church. We would love to welcome you into this community of faith. Either come forward during the closing hymn to join or call one of the pastors or Margaret Sale for more information.

Yes, It Will Be a GREAT DAY! Save the date - Saturday, October 18 for the Great Day of Service! Join DUMC in reaching out to those in need in our surrounding communities.  

 
GODSPLASH
Children's ministry
  • Biblical Cooking, July 9, 2:00-5:00 p.m. – It will be a fun and filling afternoon where the children will cook while learning Bible stories. The older elementary will have a Land of Milk and Honey cooking school.
  • Bold Children from the Bible, July 16, 2:00-5:00 p.m. – The children will travel from station to station learning about children from the Bible who were bold for our God. We will take a break for a snack of strength and a moonwalk and obstacle course that only a bold child of God could encounter!
  • Missions Day, July 23, 2:00-5:00 p.m. – The children will work on age appropriate projects for non-profit agencies in the Atlanta area. We will explain about where their projects are going and how they are helping others in our area!
  • Magic Day with Ken Scott, July 30, 2:00-5:00 p.m. – Ken Scott will perform for the children while they learn about the art of illusion. The children will go away learning that the ministry of Christ was not magic!  

The website (www.dunwoodyumc.org) has information and you can register online.
180° Zone
Youth ministry

180º Sunday - We will NOT meet tonight, July 6. The Senior-High are in Jamaica! We will resume next Sunday, July 13, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Please bring money for dinner.

Don’t Forget to Register for the Six Flags Trip on August 8, and the End of Summer Pool Party on August 24.

 

twenty30somethinGS:
(A Faith Journey for Young Adults) 

STUDY:

  • Summer Session Sunday School – Don’t forget to register online for one of the Session 2 classes which run from July 13-August 3. Visit our website for the list of classes and to register.

SERVICE:

  • Costa Rica Mission Trip – The Young Adults will be returning to Costa Rica this summer for a mission trip July 27–August 2. 

SOCIAL:

  • Sport Night – Join us Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. for Adult Kickball on the DUMC field. All skill levels welcome. See details on our website.
  • WiiPlayXBOX– Our next gamer night is Monday, July 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the twenty30somethings suite!
  • Hiking, Biking, or Rafting Trip – Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 19, to enjoy a Young Adult adventure day. You decide how much of the trip you want to do.  Watch for details on the website.
  • Hiking and Hang Gliding, Saturday, August 2 - Enjoy a morning of hiking at Cloudland Canyon State Park and then an afternoon of tandem hang gliding at Lookout Mountain Flight Park. The cost of the tandem hang gliding flight is $139. The hiking and fun of watching others hang glide is free! If you're interested in going or have general questions, email Brian Crenshaw (brian_crenshaw@bellsouth.net). Questions about hang gliding? Contact Jason Webster (webster2001@gmail.com).

 



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