THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS
WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS
Sunday, November 26, 2017 4:15PM Bells Aflame Youth Handbell Choir Rehearsal 5:00PM Youth Choir Rehearsal 5:00PM Disciple 2 Monday, November 27, 2017 10:00AM PALS Mah Jongg 11:00AM Women's Choir Rehearsal 11:00AM Veterans Luncheon 4:30PM Chess Club @DUMC 6:30PM Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal 7:00PM Women's AA 7:00PM Stephen Ministry 7:00PM The New Book Club 7:00PM DUMC Drama Tuesday, November 28, 2017 9:30AM Christian Yoga 9:45AM WOW Bible Study 10:00AM The Gospel of John Bible Study 1:00PM Worship Meeting 2:35PM Pickleball 6:30PM Planning for Retirement: Understanding Social Security and Medicare Wednesday, November 29, 2017 6:30AM Fit 4 Christ 9:45AM WOW Beth Moore Entrusted Study 10:00AM Disciple 1 Fast Track 4:30PM Li'l Lambs Rehearsal 4:30PM Promise Kids 5:00PM Tone Chimes Rehearsal 5:00PM Children's Choirs Dress Rehearsal 5:00PM Grace Kids 5:00PM Advent Centerpieces 5:30PM Wednesday Night Supper 6:15PM Musica Gloria Rehearsal 6:30PM Divorce Care 6:30PM DivorceCare for Kids 7:00PM Faith Focus Wednesday Night Ladies Bible Study 7:00PM Disciple 1 Fast Track 7:00PM Family Focus Men's Bible Study 7:00PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:00PM WOW Beth Moore Entrusted Study 7:05PM Moses the Reluctant Prophet Thursday, November 30, 2017 8:30AM Seniorcizers 10:00AM Preschool Tours 7:00PM Knitting Friday, December 01, 2017 6:30PM Men's AA Saturday, December 02, 2017 9:00AM Family Concert Dress Rehearsal
We are glad you are here and have a small gift for you. Please stop by the Welcome Desk outside of the Sanctuary or in the Activities Building lobby this morning. For more about joining Dunwoody UMC, contact Rev. David Melton, 770-394-0675, david.melton@dunwoodyumc.org.
JOINING DUMC When you are ready to join, let us know by any of the following: Call the church office at 770-394-0675 Contact David Melton, Associate Pastor, or one of our other ministers, with any questions Paths by which you can join: Transfer of Letter … when you have been a member of another church Profession of Faith … when you have been baptized but have not actually joined a church Profession of Faith and Baptism … when you have neither joined a church nor been baptized
DUNWOODY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1548 Mt. Vernon Road Dunwoody, GA 30338 Phone: 770-394-0675 After Hours: 770-542-1667 mail@dunwoodyumc.org www.dunwoodyumc.org Office Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Senior Pastor: Rev. Dan Brown Associate Pastors: Rev. Josh Amerson, Rev. Kathy Brockman, Rev. Jenna Kennedy, Rev. David Melton, Rev. Sonny Walden Organ: Mary Ruth Solem Audio Visual: Ed Trundle
TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST NOVEMBER 26, 2017 11:05 A.M.
A Dynamic Christian Community of Fully Devoted Followers of Jesus Christ! 1548 Mt. Vernon Road | Dunwoody, GA | www.dunwoodyumc.org
poinsettias, Monday, December 18, to our homebound members. You will have three to four deliveries in a defined area. To volunteer, contact Mary Ruffin at 770-542-1675 or mary.ruffin@dunwoodyumc.org
Traditional Worship
GROWTH
THE GATHERING Prelude
Prelude on "Rejoice, The Lord Is King
Whitlock
Chiming of the Hour Introit
Introit from Psalm 150
Walden
Chancel Choir
*Call to Worship Pastor: We are God's children, called to serve God with joyful hearts. People: Love God by showing justice and mercy. Pastor: Enter God's gates with gladness. People: Enter God's courts with praise. Let us worship!
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING *Processional Hymn #131
We Gather Together
KREMSER
*Affirmation of Faith
The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*Gloria Patri #71
GREATOREX
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Words of Welcome Children’s Moment Children ages Kindergarten – second grade are invited to exit after the children’s moment to go to the Library for Foundations and Traditions, a worship readiness class.
YOUTH MINISTRY Christmas Tree Lot The Christmas Tree Lot is open Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday through Friday 2:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Titus2 Mentoring This program challenges, inspires, and encourages women in their walk with the Lord and in their different roles in the home, work, church, and community. If you are interested in our 2018 program beginning in January, contact Cindy Glassman at 404-272-4142 or cindy_glassman@yahoo.com. Radical Mentoring RM helps men live more God-centric lives and become better husbands, fathers, and disciples of Jesus Christ. Do you want to know more about the RM groups starting in January? Contact Pat Morgan at 770-862-3930 or ptm.1stst@gmail.com.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
PRESCHOOL
FIFTY PLUS
Preschool Tours Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., November 30, December 7, January 4 and 11, Youth Area. Preschool Director Susan Hotchkiss gives an overview of the program and guides a tour. Our SACS/CASI AdvancEd accredited program is available for toddlers (age 1 year by 9/1/18) through Kindergarten (age 5 by 9/1/18). 2018-2019 registration for new families is January 18, 2018 - DUMC members' applications receive priority over community applications. Contact Susan Hotchkiss at 770-394-2555, or susan.hotchkiss@dunwoodyumc.org.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Advent Decorating November 29, drop in anytime between 5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m. Make a mason jar Advent centerpiece, Advent chain and enjoy our Nativity photo booth! Cost is $15 for Advent centerpiece supplies. All ages welcome! Wednesday Night Supper is available from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. if you would like to make that a part of your evening! Register at www.dunwoodumc.org/children. Contact: Megan at megan.batcheller@dunwoodyumc.org. Family Advent Celebration December 3, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Join us for our Children’s/Youth Choirs & Handbells Christmas music concert in the Sanctuary. From 5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. the celebration continues on the front lawn with a live nativity- camels, donkeys and goats included, a fun food truck fellowship, and sip on hot chocolate while you choose a beautiful Christmas tree from our lot, all tree sale proceeds go to benefit Youth Missions! Trailblazers Christmas Party! 4th & 5th Graders, save the date-12/17/2017
www.facebook.com/DUMCYA Sunday School - 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Classes range from college students & recent grads to singles & married couples.
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES Green and White Banquet December 5, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. All women of the church are invited to join the Dunwoody UMW for its 47th Annual Green and White Banquet. Submit your $10 check payable to DUMW to your Circle leader or contact Melanie Williams at 770-394-8977 or mwidinc@aol.com. Retired and Semi-retired Volunteer Opportunity Volunteers needed to help with the tree lot the weeks of November 27, December 4 and December 11. One day commitment, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Help our Youth. Contact Rich Browne, 404-731-8763 or brownerichard916@gmail.com. Thinking About Retirement: Social Security and Medicare Tuesday, November 28, 6:30 p.m., Wesley Room. Are you considering retirement or have you recently retired? Come learn more about Social Security and Medicare benefits. Bring your questions as we talk about what you need to know during this transition to retirement. For more information, contact Kathy Brockman at kathy.brockman@dunwoodyumc.org. Miracle on 34th Street and Dinner Outing Sunday, December 17, 3:00 p.m. Presentation of Miracle on 34th Street. Tickets are $10, paid at the door. After the show, gather at Chili's on Ashford Dunwoody for an individually paid dinner. Contact Mary Ruffin, 770-542-1675, only if you will join us for dinner so that Chili's can be prepared. Seniorcizers Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., Aerobics Room. Free, co-ed exercise class for all levels of fitness. Low impact movements, stretching, balance and strength work. Chairs provided if needed. No reservation required. Call our certified instructor, Jean Kennedy, 770-804-1202 for details.
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ADVENT DEVOTIONALS Devotional books are now available throughout the building or subscribe for the e-version at dunwoodyumc.org/subscribe.
END OF YEAR GIVING 2017 Estimate of Giving There are many ways to fulfill your 2017 estimate of giving to the operating budget. Funds must be received or postmarked by December 31, 2017 to apply toward your 2017 estimate. Please contact Jenny Carter, Director or Finance/HR, with any questions at 770-394-0675 x188 or jenny.carter@dunwoodyumc.org
PERFORMING ARTS Family Concert – More Than a Baby Sunday, December 3, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary. Join us for our annual Family Christmas extravaganza! Celebrate the season with our children’s choirs, youth bells and choir, and tone chimes choir. Plan to stay after the concert for the Family Advent Celebration. Christmas Concert Featuring Vivaldi Gloria Sunday, December 10 at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Come celebrate the Christmas season with a performance of Vivaldi's Gloria and other orchestral works, featuring the Chancel Choir and Musica Gloria. Join us as conductor and composer, Rev. C.G. Walden III, leads us through a musical celebration of the birth of Christ. Miracle on 34th Street December 15 and 16 at 7:00 p.m. and December 17 at 3:00 p.m. Performing Arts of DUMC presents Miracle on 34th Street, A Radio Play. Tickets $10 at the door. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
SUPPORT GriefShare - Surviving the Holidays Sunday, December 10, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Room 253. Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after the death of a loved one. This seminar features video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who offer practical suggestions and reassurance. Contact JoAnn Akers with questions, akersjoann@gmail.com. DivorceCare Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Parlor, through December 13. Support group for those going through divorce. You may join any time. Contact Cathy Wright, kd111649@gmail.com.
Stephen Ministry Stressed? Feeling Down? Need Encouragement? Stephen Ministers don’t just provide care for people experiencing a major crisis. They also care and support people weighed down by the little things in life. It’s free, it’s confidential, it can make a difference in your life. To talk to a Stephen Minister contact Pat DeBolt, 770-396-6836.
MISSIONS Transitional Housing Donation One of the transitional housing residents that DUMC supports is in need of a car for her family. If you have a car you are considering donating, please contact Samantha Faklaris at samantha.faklaris@dunwoodyumc.org. In addition to a car, we are also looking for a basketball goal for the home for Christmas time. More Homework Club Volunteers Needed Mondays & Tuesdays, 2:40 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. at Hightower Elementary. These children are thriving with volunteer’s homework help and more children are coming each week. Snack donations are needed too. Contact Samantha Faklaris (samantha.faklaris@dunwoodyumc.org) to sign up to volunteer or donate snacks. Angel Tree Look for the tree in the activities building lobby with paper angels listing needs for children and senior citizens. Please deliver unwrapped gifts by December 10. Contact Asheley Bumgardner at asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org. Christmas Catalogue Shop the Christmas Catalogue for a gift that makes a difference in the lives of people in Atlanta and around the world. These gifts/donations can be made in honor of someone. Pick up a copy at the Welcome Centers and Reception Desk. Contact Asheley Bumgardner at asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org.
FELLOWSHIP Poinsettia Orders Poinsettias will be part of our Christmas Eve worship services on December 24. Purchase poinsettias in memory or in honor of someone for $10. The deadline to order is December 10. Order online at www.dunwoodyumc.org/poinsettia. Contact Mary Ruffin at 770-542-1675 or mary.ruffin@dunwoodyumc.org Poinsettia Delivery Volunteers needed to deliver Christmas
Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation Silent Prayer Pastoral Prayer and Lord's Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Choral Amen
Chancel Choir
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD Giving of the Tithe and Offering One of the highest privileges we have as Christians is to respond to God’s grace by financially supporting the mission and ministry of Christ’s church. Through your gifts, lives are touched.
Offertory
Psalm of Life
Boyle
Musica Gloria
*Doxology #95 *Scripture Lesson
OLD 100th
Matthew 25:34-40
page 1207
Ken Rice
Anthem
My Eternal King
Marshall
Chancel Choir My God, I love Thee; not because I hope for Heav’n thereby, nor yet because who love Thee not must die eternally. Thou, O my Jesus, Thou didst me upon the cross embrace, for me didst bear the nail, and spear, and manifold disgrace. Why, then why, O blessed Jesus Christ, should I not love Thee well Not for the hope of winning heav’n, or of escaping hell; Not with the hope of gaining aught, not seeking a reward, but as Thyself hast loved me, O ever-loving Lord! E’en so I love Thee, and will love, and in Thy praise will sing, solely because Thou art my God, and my Eternal King. — 16th-c. anon., translated Caswell
Sermon
Looking for Jesus
Rev. David Melton
SENDING FORTH
CONCERNS AND CELEBRATIONS Prayer Concerns Dot Yates, Bob Hallenberg, Brian DeChant, Sherri Odom, Anne Francisco, Jack Burney
Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #581
Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service
BEACH SPRING
*Charge and Benediction *Response Hymn #431 *Postlude
Let There Be Peace on Earth
WORLD PEACE
Fugue in D (BWV 532-b)
Bach
* Stand as you are able. Please silence mobile and electronic devices while in the Sanctuary. Hearing devices are available in the Narthex from any member of our usher team.
ASSISTING TODAY Ushers Greg Hammer – Head Usher, Randy Forth, Press Hall, Gail Jones, Jim Kilburn, Stan Petersen, Grant Register, Mike Vann, Scott Wilkinson Acolytes DJ Bassett, Ansley Gavlak, Owen Gavlak, Natalie Woodrow
Christian Sympathy Randall Solem and Lilian Tan on the death of her father, Tan Joo Weng; grandfather of Lawson and Leland, on November 12, 2017 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Clark, Barton and Adam Hodges on the death of their father, Bill Hodges, on November 13, 2017. Bob and Judy Webb on the death of his mother, Ludie McElroy Webb; grandmother of Katie, on November 14, 2017.