WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS
JOINING DUMC
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.
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
THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS Sunday, December 31, 2017 Disciple 2 5:00PM Monday, January 01, 2018 Fitness Classes 12:30PM Women's AA 7:00PM Tuesday, January 02, 2018 Fitness Classes 8:00AM WOW Bible Study 9:45AM Fitness Classes 12:30PM Youth Basketball 5:00PM Wednesday, January 03, 2018 Fitness Classes 8:00AM Disciple 1 Fast Track 10:00AM Fitness Classes 12:30PM Li'l Lambs Rehearsal 4:30PM Tone Chimes Rehearsal 5:00PM Cherub Boys and Girls Rehearsal 5:00PM Carol Choir Rehearsal 5:00PM Mission Committee Meeting 6:00PM Crusader Choir Rehearsal 6:15PM Disciple 1 Fast Track 7:00PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:00PM Thursday, January 04, 2018 Seniorcizers 8:30AM Christian Yoga 9:30AM Preschool Tours 10:00AM Pryme Tyme Council Meeting 10:15AM Fitness Classes 12:30PM Holiday Festival Wrap 7:00PM Up Meeting Knitting 7:00PM Big Book Study 8:00PM Friday, January 05, 2018 Fitness Classes 8:00AM Fitness Classes 12:30PM Men's AA 6:30PM Saturday, January 06, 2018 Youth Basketball Games 8:00AM
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
THE FIRST SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS DAY DECEMBER 31, 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
Traditional Worship THE GATHERING Prelude
Variations on "Puer Nobis (Unto Us Is Born a Son")
Burkhardt
Chiming of the Hour Introit
We Three Kings
Hopkins
Chancel Choir
*Call to Worship Pastor: Christ is born! People: Praise the Lord! Pastor: God has come to claim us as God's own children. People: Praise the Lord! Pastor: Love has given us this glorious gift. People: Praise the Lord!
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING *Processional Hymn #245
The First Noel
*Affirmation of Faith
THE FIRST NOEL 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.
Sacrament of Holy Baptism Response Hymn #611 Words of Welcome
Anna Reese Goodwin
Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (v.1)
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.
Because You Were Made for More. Using her own story and that of women with whom she has walked through this process as examples, Jennie weaves in the story of Joseph the dreamer and how God used his threads to fit into the greater story of God. Untangling the threads of our lives and assembling them together in one place reveals a beautiful plan designed by the Creator himself. Go to www.dunwoodyumc.org/restless to register and setup childcare. Women of Grace Dinner Monday, February 26, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. This year's guest speaker is Anne Beiler the creator of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. Anne's professional success was forged after years of depression following the death of her daughter. Join us as Anne discusses her memoir, Twist of Faith, and shares her personal journey with us. Seat sales begin on Wednesday, January 31 from 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. outside the Fellowship Hall and on Sundays starting February 4 from 9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. outside the Parlor.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
FIFTY FIVE PLUS
NURSERY
STUTTGART
Promise Kids’ Club Registration Registration begins January 10, 2018. Promise Kids' Club is the DUMC Nursery program on Wednesday nights for children age two through Kindergarten. Activities begin at 4:30 p.m. and pick up is at 7:00 p.m. The registration fee of $125 per child covers the time period from January 2018 through May 2018. Dinner is included and is provided from the Wednesday Night Supper menu. Contact the Nursery Ministry Director, Usha Raghavan, usha.raghavan@dunwoodyumc.org for additional information.
PRESCHOOL
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. College Connection - Sunday school class for college students, every Sunday this winter break, through January 7., 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. 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. After Hours - Thursday, January 11, 8 p.m., Moondog Growlers. Enjoy craft beer and pizza while Rev. Josh Amerson, a local Rabbi, and a Buddhist discuss miracles. Details at www.facebook.com/DUMCYA.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY Goliath Must Fall Wednesday Evenings, January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 21, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Room 258/259, cost for Book: $10 (pay at first session). In this six-session video Bible study, Pastor Louie Giglio uncovers a newfound twist in the classic story of David and Goliath. He shows how the key to living free from our giants is not better slingshot accuracy, but keeping our eyes on the one and only giant-slayer: Jesus. Put your hope in him, and watch Goliath fall. RSVP to Valerie at scottfour@bellsouth.net for a spot in the class and/ or if you need childcare. Restless The W.O.W. (Women of the Word) Ministry invites you to join us for an 8 week Jennie Allen Bible study in January and February entitled Restless-
Dunwoody Elementary Needs Retirees Retirees interested in working with students needed 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. No reservation required. Call our certified instructor, Jean Kennedy, 770-804-1202. 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, 770-641-8519. 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. Details at palsonline.org or 770-698-0801. Lunch and Bingo Tuesday, January 16, 12:00 p.m., Epworth Room. Bring a wrapped white elephant gift. Register and pay $5 for lunch on the church's website or contact Mary Ruffin at mary.ruffin@dunwoodyumc.org , or 770-542-1675. Last day for payment is January 14. Thinking About Retirement: Wills and Trusts Join us on Tuesday, January 23 at 6:30 pm in the Wesley Room as we discuss wills and trusts. Joy Melton will join us to answer your questions and provide basic information that we all need to consider. Contact Kathy Brockman, Kathy.brockman@dunwoodyumc.org.
Announcements | December 31, 2017 Complete details at www.dunwoodyumc.org. Join us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Sign up to receive our weekly eConnections.
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.
SUPPORT Grief and Loss Support Group Starting January 16, Grief and Loss support group will begin meeting monthly on the third Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in Room 253. This group is designed to help those who have lost loved ones, no matter when that might have occurred, navigate the ups and downs of grief in a confidential caring manner. Contact JoAnn Akers with questions, akersjoann@gmail.com or 678-352 -8334. 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, 770396-6836, to connect with our Stephen Ministers.
MISSIONS Christmas Tree Recycling If you live in the 30328, 30338, 30346, or 30350 zip code, the Boy Scouts of Troop 266 at Dunwoody UMC are here to help. For $10, we will responsibly recycle your tree. Just go to trees.troop266.us and sign up today. Place your tree at the curb of your house, cleared of all lights and decorations, by 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 6, and we’ll take care of the rest. Human Trafficking Forum February 6, 7:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall. This forum will educate attendees on the atrocities of human trafficking and its particular impact in Georgia. This event is open to the community and childcare is available. Contact Asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org.
International Missions 2018 January 17, 7:00 p.m., Asbury room. An informational meeting with details about both 2018 adult mission trips (Costa Rica and Guatemala). Contact Asheley.bumgardner@dunwoodyumc.org Spring Consignment Sale Consign, volunteer or shop with us! The Spring Consignment Sale will be held on February 24. Contact consignment.sale@gmail.com with questions, or to register to consign or volunteer.
GROWTH Discover DUMC 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 770-5421665. 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.
FELLOWSHIP Spring Wednesday Night Supper January 10 – May 9. Prepay for the 18 weeks and save $1.00 off the adult and $.50 off the child meal cost. Pay via credit card online, with a check or cash at the check-in table. The cost for Wednesday Night Supper is $8.00 for an adult meal, $5.00 for a child meal (3-8) and family maximum is $26.00. Children under 3 eat for free. Make weekly reservations via a pew card, email to foodservice@dunwoodyumc.org , or phone 770542-1663 by noon each Monday. Bridge Group The Thursday Afternoon Bridge Group meets in the Young Adult Suite on the second and fourth Thursdays from 12:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Alan Raby, 770-393-3293.
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.
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
Of the Father's Love Begotten (Hymn 184) 11th Cent., Sanctus trope Hugh Winn, tenor
*Doxology #95 *Scripture Lesson Anthem
OLD 100th
Matthew 2:1-12 What Cheer?
page 1170 Walton
Chancel Choir
Sermon
Magi
Rev. Jenna Kennedy
(The Characters of Christmas, Part 5)
Wesleyan Covenant Prayer I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed by thee or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee or brought low for thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to thy pleasure and disposal. And now, O glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, thou art mine, and I am thine. So be it. And the covenant which I have made on earth, let it be ratified in heaven. Amen.
SENDING FORTH
CONCERNS AND CELEBRATIONS Baptism Anna Reese Goodwin, daughter of Brie and Bradley Goodwin.
Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #254
We Three Kings
KINGS OF ORIENT
*Charge and Benediction *Response Hymn #431 *Postlude
Let There Be Peace on Earth Bring a Torch, Jeannette Isabella
WORLD PEACE French carol, arr. Chapman
Prayer Concerns Brian DeChant, Glenda Chrisman, Gary Davis, Anne Francisco, Bob Hallenberg, Liz Hill, Betty Moreland, Shirley Sheppard, Dot Yates, Rosalie Fitzpatrick Christian Sympathy Montana Hamby and Natalee Dukes on the death of his grandmother, Bette Hamby, on December 19, 2017. Elizabeth and Larry Steelman on the death of her nephew, Southgate Jones IV on December 18, 2017. Brad Hindahl on the death of his father, Walter Hindahl on December 16, 2017.
* 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 Meredith Barclay – Head Usher, Bill Benston, Janna Benston, Jennifer Burns, Press Hall, Greg Hammer, Cindy Hatcher, Wade Hatcher Acolytes DJ Bassett, Peter Johnson, Sidney Johnson, Jacob Menefee
Rosebuds on the Altar In honor of Campbell Elise Johnston, daughter of Aaron and Libby Johnston, born on November 28, 2017. Altar Flowers In memory of Beverly Rhea by her family