ANNOUNCEMENTS Area. 6 - 12th Grade Students come to the last Sunday Night Live of 2017! The Theme is Joy and Love. Bring $5 for supper.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY www.facebook.com/DUMCYA Sunday School - 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Classes range from college students and recent grads to singles and married couples. 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 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. Dunwoody Elementary Needs Retirees Dunwoody Elementary is looking for retirees interested in working with students every other Friday beginning in January. Contact Griffin Nichols at (678) 875-4002 or Griffin_Nichols@dekalbschoolsga.org. 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. New Friends Monday, January 8, 2018, 11:30 a.m. at Jason's Deli. Reservations are due by noon on January 6 to Betty Moreland, 770-6418519. PALS 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. Winter classes include: The Black Experience 1900-1940; Industrial Revolution; Ellis Island & the History of Immigration. Details at palsonline.org or 770-698-0801.
GROWTH DUMC 101 January 7,21, and 28, 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Over three weeks, learn about DUMC, its programs and United Methodist beliefs. Led by Rev. David Melton and other church clergy and staff. An optional tour is available on February 4 for anyone interested. To sign up contact Valerie Pitrof at valerie.pitrof@dunwoodyumc.org or 770542-1665. 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. Contact Pat Morgan at 770-862-3930 or ptm.1stst@gmail.com.
WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS 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.
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Saturday, December 23 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Contemporarystyle worship in the Fellowship Hall.
Christmas Eve Morning Worship Sunday, December 24, 10:00 a.m. One worship service in the Sanctuary.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Services Sunday, December 24 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Family Services with Children’s Choirs* 7:00 p.m. Holy Communion with Youth Choir*
Sunday, December 17, 2017 Miracle on 34th Street, a radio play 3:00PM Bells Aflame Youth Handbell Choir Rehearsal4:15PM Youth Choir Rehearsal 5:00PM Disciple 2 5:00PM College Connection Christmas Party 7:00PM
Monday, December 18, 2017 Poinsettias Homebound PALS Mah Jongg Women's Choir Rehearsal New Friends Lunch Set up Chess Club @DUMC Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal Women's AA
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 Christian Yoga The Gospel of John Bible Study New Friends Christmas Lunch Advent Study Pickleball A Night of Christmas Worship Rehearsals NAMI Support Groups
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
UMW Heart & Home Disciple 1 Fast Track Tone Chimes Rehearsal A Night of Christmas Worship Rehearsals Musica Gloria Rehearsal Faith Focus Wednesday Night Ladies Bible Study Disciple 1 Fast Track Family Focus Men's Bible Study Chancel Choir Rehearsal
* Nursery Available
9:30AM 10:00AM 11:30AM 12:00PM 2:35PM 6:00PM 7:30PM
9:00AM 10:00AM 5:00PM 6:00PM 6:15PM 7:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM
Thursday, December 21, 2017 Seniorcizers 8:30AM Christian Yoga 9:30AM North Atlanta Chapter - The Church Network11:00AM World War II Roundtable 11:00AM Knitting 7:00PM
Friday, December 22, 2017 Interfaith Discussion Group 12:30PM Men's AA 6:30PM Young Adult Tacky Sweater Christmas Party 7:00PM
Saturday, December 23, 2017 A Night of Christmas Worship A Night of Christmas Worship
9:00 p.m. Service of Lessons and Carols with Chancel Choir* 11:00 p.m. Holy Communion with Chancel Choir
10:00AM 10:00AM 11:00AM 2:00PM 4:30PM 6:30PM 7:00PM
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
DUNWOODY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
A Night of Christmas Worship
THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS
Senior Pastor: Rev. Dan Brown Associate Pastors: Rev. Josh Amerson, Rev. Kathy Brockman, Rev. Jenna Kennedy, Rev. David Melton and Rev. Sonny Walden
5:30PM 7:30PM
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 17, 2017 8:45 A.M.
SUN-
MORNING PRAYER AND HOLY COMMUNION
DAY,
*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 #234
Songs of Praise
Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy) Holy, Holy, Holy - Praise Him and Lift Him Up
Greet Your Neighbor Welcome and Announcements
O Come, All Ye Faithful
ADESTE FIDELIS
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Psalm 148, #861
Joye Percival
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
Mark, James and Sarah MacElroy
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
Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph
page 1170
Rev. Kathy Brockman
(The Characters of Christmas, Part 3)
Prayers of the People After each prayer, the Leader will conclude: Lord, in your mercy, and all may respond, Hear our prayer. 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
The Wexford Carol
12th-century Irish carol Lauren Heidingsfelder, mezzo-soprano
Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #230
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
O Little Town of Bethlehem
ST. LOUIS
*Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Bob Houghton – Head Usher, Jim Anchors, Marv Dussinger, Harlan James, Kyle Mastin, Rick Siebert
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus/Let It Be
Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading
Matthew 1:18-25
Amber Rowe
Joseph
Rev. Dan Brown
(The Characters of Christmas, Part 3)
Song of Praise
SUPPORT
Night of Christmas Worship Volunteers Are you planning on attending either the 5:30 or 7:30 Night of Christmas Worship Services? We need your help! If you are willing to volunteer as an usher, greeter, parking lot attendant, or a server at the hospitality station, please let us know! Contact Lindsay Braun, lbobugg.26@gmail.com or (678) 2316786 to sign up. 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. Advent Devotionals Devotional books are available throughout the building or subscribe for the e-version at dunwoodyumc.org/subscribe.
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.
END OF YEAR GIVING
Tithes and Offerings A Strange Way to Save the World Sermon
WORSHIP
Love Came Down at Christmas
Benediction
CONCERNS & CELEBRATIONS Baptism Pierce Kelley Velez, son of Kate and Steven Velez. (Traditional) Prayer Concerns Shirley Sheppard, Dot Yates, Brian DeChant, Bob Hallenberg, Anne Francisco, Sherri Odom, Liz Hill, Glenda Chrisman, Nancy Huey Christian Sympathy Melanie and Kevin Gracey family on the death of her grandmother, Velma Dick, on December 6, 2017 at the age of 100 years. Doug and Shelly Parr on the death of their son, Alex Parr. Ralph and Bonnie Martin, Jr. on the death of his father, Ralph Martin, grandfather of Ross and Elizabeth on December 10, 2017
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.
MISSIONS Christmas Catalogue Looking for an alternative way to give this Christmas? Pick up your copy of the annual Christmas Catalogue in the Parlor Narthex or Activities Building Lobby and choose from a variety of charitable organizations that would love your support! Contact Asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org with questions. 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.
FELLOWSHIP 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 Thursday at 10:00 a.m., January 4 and 11, Youth Area. 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 Trailblazers Christmas Party Sunday, December 17, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Gym. Fun, fellowship, and service for 4th and 5th Graders! Bring one wrapped gift ($5 or less) for a White Elephant Gift Exchange and a second unwrapped gift ($5 or less) to donate to the Dunwoody Police Department's Christmas for Kids program. 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 Frasier Fir Christmas Trees to raise money for their yearly mission projects and Mission 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 – Tonight! December 17, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Youth