ANNOUNCEMENTS members' applications receive priority over community applications. Contact Susan Hotchkiss at 770-394-2555, or susan.hotchkiss@dunwoodyumc.org.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Trailblazers Christmas Party Sunday, December 17, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Gym. Fun and fellowship for 4th and 5th Graders! Bring one wrapped gift ($5 or less) for a White Elephant Gift Exchange with friends and a second unwrapped gift ($5 or less) to donate. Plus, games in the gym, Christmas carols with Marianella, and pizza dinner. Please bring $5 for pizza.
YOUTH MINISTRY Christmas Tree Lot DUMC Youth are selling Christmas Trees to raise money for mission projects and trips. The tree lot is open Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; and Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Night Live December 17, 5:30 p.m. –7:30 p.m., Youth Area. Join us for the last Sunday Night Live. Grades 7 - 12 gather for fellowship, food, worship, devotion and small group discussions.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY www.facebook.com/DUMCYA Sunday School- 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Classes range from college students & recent grads to singles & married couples. After Hours - Tuesday, December 12, 8 p.m., Moondog Growlers. Enjoy craft beer and pizza while the panelists discuss theological questions from the audience. College Connection Christmas Party Christmas Party for college aged students. Sunday, December 17 at 7 p.m. at The Feiman's House! Potluck Breakfast - Sunday, January 7, 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Rev. Josh Amerson to lead Sunday School. Bring a breakfast item to share.
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES Women of Grace Dinner February 26, Fellowship Hall. Our guest speaker will be Anne Beiler, founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. Anne will share her faith journey from the death of her young daughter to surviving the rigors of building a successful business to her struggle with depression.
FIFTY FIVE PLUS New Friends Christmas Party Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., Epworth Room. RSVP by Dec. 11 to Betty Moreland at 770-641-8519.
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, if you will join us for dinner. 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 Jean Kennedy, 770-804-1202. PALS The Winter 2018 Perimeter Adult Learning and Services session begins in January 8 at DUMC. $45 covers up to three classes each Monday for 8 weeks or visit for $8 a day. Details at palsonline.org or 770-698-0801.
GROWTH 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 interested, 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 770-8623930 or ptm.1stst@gmail.com.
END OF YEAR GIVING 2017 Estimate of Giving Fulfillment and Additional 2017 Operating Budget Gifts There are multiple ways to fulfill your 2017 estimate of giving or make additional gifts to the operating budget of the church. With the stock market at historic highs, consider making new gifts or fulfilling your 2017 estimate of giving with appreciated stock. Consult your income tax advisor or family financial planner about the potential benefits. Funds must be received or postmarked by December 31, 2017 to count toward your 2017 estimate of giving. Contact Jenny Carter, Director or Finance/ HR, with questions: 770-394-0675 x188 or jenny.carter@dunwoodyumc.org.
WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS
THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS
Sunday, December 10, 2017 Surviving the Holidays We are glad you are here and Christmas Concert have a small gift for you. Please Disciple 2 stop by the Welcome Desk High School Progressive Christmas Party outside of the Sanctuary or in Monday, December 11, 2017 the Activities Building lobby this PALS Mah Jongg Women's Choir Rehearsal morning. For more about Family, Living, and Giving UMW Circle joining Dunwoody UMC, Veterans Christmas Luncheon contact Rev. David Melton, Chess Club @DUMC 770-394-0675, Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal david.melton@dunwoodyumc.org. Women's AA Stephen Ministry Girl Scout Leader Meeting BE INFORMED Miracle on 34th Street, rehearsal Tuesday, December 12, 2017 Stay up to date on all that is UMW Moms on the Grow going on at Dunwoody UMC Christian Yoga through our weekly enewsletter, eConnections. Sign WOW Bible Study The Gospel of John Bible Study up at dunwoodyumc.org/ UMW - Next Steps Group subscribe for this newsletter Advent Study and other age or interest UMW Serving & Sharing Luncheon specific communications. Worship Meeting Pickleball UMW New Horizons in Christ DUNWOODY UNITED UMW Spiritual Growth Circle METHODIST CHURCH Miracle on 34th Street, rehearsal After Hours for Young Adults 1548 Mt. Vernon Road Wednesday, December 13, 2017 Dunwoody, GA 30338 Fit 4 Christ Phone: 770-394-0675 Atlanta Community Food Bank After Hours: 770-542-1667 Disciple 1 Fast Track mail@dunwoodyumc.org Li'l Lambs Rehearsal www.dunwoodyumc.org Tone Chimes Rehearsal Office Hours: Children's Choirs Dress Rehearsal 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Grace Kids Monday - Friday Musica Gloria Rehearsal Divorce Care Faith Focus Ladies Bible Study Disciple 1 Fast Track Family Focus Men's Bible Study Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, December 14, 2017 Seniorcizers Christian Yoga Alzheimer/Dementia American Legion Post 134 Knitting Miracle on 34th Street, rehearsal Friday, December 15, 2017 Men's AA Miracle on 34th Street, a radio play Saturday, December 16, 2017 Miracle on 34th Street, a radio play
Senior Pastor: Rev. Dan Brown Associate Pastors: Rev. Josh Amerson, Rev. Kathy Brockman, Rev. Jenna Kennedy, Rev. David Melton and Rev. Sonny Walden
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SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 10, 2017 8:45 A.M.
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MORNING PRAYER AND HOLY COMMUNION
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*Call to Praise and Prayer Pastor: O Lord, open our lips. People: And we shall declare your praise. All: 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. *Hymn #211
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (vv. 1-4) VENI EMMANUEL
Songs of Praise
Holy, Holy, Holy - Praise Him and Lift Him Up
Welcome and Announcements David & Meredyth Gaynes
Prayer of Thanksgiving New every morning is your love, great God of light, and all day long you are working for good in the world. Stir up in us desire to serve you, to live peacefully with our neighbors, and to devote each day to your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.
Song of Praise
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Prayers for Others and the Lord's Prayer
Chuck and Carole Juray
Response (sung by all) Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Let earth receive her King; let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven, and heaven, and nature sing. *Scripture Meditation
Luke 1:29-38 Mary
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Rev. David Melton
(The Characters of Christmas, Part 2)
Prayers of the People After each prayer, the Leader will conclude: Lord, in your mercy, and all may respond, Hear our prayer.
Whom Shall I Fear
Prayer for Illumination Luke 1:28-38
Graciela Chadwick
Tithes and Offerings Breath of Heaven (Mary’s Song) Sermon
Mary
Rev. Dan Brown
(The Characters of Christmas, Part 2)
Song of Praise
Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus/Let It Be
Benediction
CONCERNS & CELEBRATIONS
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.
Prayer Concerns Dot Yates, Brian DeChant, Bob Hallenberg, Anne Francisco, Liz Hill, Shirley Sheppard, Betty Moreland, Sherri Odom, Jae Oden
Offertory
Christian Sympathy Julia and Jon LeDoyen on the death of her grandmother, Eleanor R. Wolfe; great grandmother of Davis & Porter, on November 28, 2017.
I Wonder As I Wander
Niles
David Aviles, tenor
Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #196
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
HYFRYDOL
*Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Jack Eubank – Head Usher, Bill Barnes, Dwight Hawksworth, Jim Knight, Geoffrey Nixon, Larry Price, Alan Raby, Phil Scott, Jack Whitley
SUPPORT
FELLOWSHIP
Devotional books are now available throughout the building or subscribe for the e-version at dunwoodyumc.org/subscribe.
PERFORMING ARTS
Greet Your Neighbor
Scripture Reading
Christmas Concert Featuring Vivaldi Gloria Sunday, December 10 at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Celebrate the Christmas season with a performance of Vivaldi's Gloria and other orchestral works, featuring the Chancel Choir and Musica Gloria. 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.
lobby with paper angels listing needs for children and senior citizens. Please deliver unwrapped gifts by today, December 10. 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 with questions at asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org. More Homework Club Volunteers Needed Mondays and Tuesdays, 2:40 p.m. - 4:15 p.m., 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.
ADVENT DEVOTIONALS
Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy)
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Psalm 115, #836
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
Steve and Kim Gresham on the death of his mother, Katherine Gresham, on November 27, 2017. Melissa and Dan Mutert on the death of her grandmother, Faye Allen, on November 24, 2017. Cindy Morrison on the death of her father, David Pruett Morrison, on November 28, 2017.
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. Stephen Ministry You can play an important role in our Stephen Ministry because you may know of a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or relative who is going through a difficult time who could benefit from the support of a Stephen Minister. Call Pat DeBolt, 770-3966836, to connect someone with one of our Stephen Ministers.
MISSIONS Atlanta Area Food Bank Volunteers are needed to pack food at the Atlanta Community Food Bank on the second Wednesday of every month. Meet under the portico at 8:30 a.m. and return around 12:15 p.m. Contact Alan Shinn at 404-788-7389, awshinn49@gmail.com. Transitional Housing Donation A transitional housing resident that DUMC supports needs a car for her family. If you have a car you could donate, contact Samantha Faklaris at samantha.faklaris@dunwoodyumc.org. Angel Tree Look for the tree in the Activities Building
Greeters for Christmas Eve Worship Greeters and parking lot Greeters are needed to welcome visitors and members to our worship services on Christmas Eve. Contact Mary Millar at 770-396-3096 to volunteer. Poinsettia Orders Poinsettias are 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 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 770-5421675 or mary.ruffin@dunwoodyumc.org.
NURSERY Holiday Hours The Nursery is open for Drop-In Monday – Friday, December 18-22. Contact Usha Raghavan at 770-542-1645 or usha.raghavan@dunwoodyumc.org to reserve a spot. The Nursery is closed December 25 - January 2.
PRESCHOOL Preschool Tours Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., January 4 and 11, Youth Area. 2018-2019 registration for new families is January 18, 2018. DUMC