1-13-19 Bulletin by Dunwoody UMC

1ST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY JANUARY 13, 2019 8:45 a.m. 11:05 a.m.

A Dynamic Christian Community of Fully Devoted Followers of Jesus Christ 1548 Mt. Vernon Road | Dunwoody, GA | www.dunwoodyumc.org

Chapel Service *Call to Praise and Prayer

Pastor: The Lord’s wisdom surpasses all knowledge and understanding. People: God’s ways are not our ways. Pastor: Come, let us worship the Lord, the ground of all truth and the depth of all love. People: And may God give us the Spirit and show us the way to eternal life.

*Hymn #154

All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name

CORONATION

Psalm 126, #847 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.

*Scripture

Philippians 1:9–11

Meditation

Live Wisely

(Living Joyously, Part 2)

Mary Batson Page 1429 Rev. David Melton

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer

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

Lead Me, Lord

Jubilate: (Ann Maurer, Gayle Hurd, Julianne Reeves, Stephanie Zercher, Teresa Dietz); David Dietz, Piano

Handel

Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #396

O Jesus, I Have Promised

ANGEL’S STORY

*Benediction *Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Jack Eubank—Head Usher, Bill Barnes, Jim Knight, Geoffrey Nixon, Larry Price, Alan Raby, Phil Scott, Mike Wallace Communion Servers: Mary Batson, Carole Juray

Contemporary Service Songs of Praise

The Solid Rock Lay Me Down

Greet Your Neighbor Words of Welcome Song of Reflection

Holy Spirit

Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading

Philippians 1:9–11

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer

Graciela Chadwick Sally Abele

Tithe and Offering Offertory Song Sermon

Song of Praise

Only Jesus Live Wisely

(Living Joyously, Part 2)

Rev. Josh Amerson

Be the Centre

Benediction Thank you for helping us keep our worship space clean by leaving food outside and keeping lids on beverages. Ushers: Richard Browne — Head Usher, Peggy Browne, Lollie DeFreese, Ragan DeFreese, Lucretia Farley, Karen Foreman, Brad Harris, Kim Harris, Alaina Moncrief, Ed Moncrief, Sophia Moncrief

Traditional Service THE GATHERING Prelude

Prelude of the Season of Epiphany

Duruflé

Chiming of the Hour *Call to Worship

*Processional Hymn #154 All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name

CORONATION

*Affirmation of Faith #881

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 Glory body, and the life everlasting. Amen.Be to the Father Hymn 71

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PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING Children’s Moment

Children ages kindergarten – second grade are invited to exit after the children’s moment to go to the Children’s Library for Foundations and Traditions, a worship readiness class.

Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation Silent Prayer Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Choral Amen

Chancel Choir

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

Lead Me, Lord Handel Jubilate: (Ann Maurer, Gayle Hurd, Julianne Reeves, Stephanie Zercher, Teresa Dietz); Praise God, fromDavid Whom All Blessings Flow Dietz, Piano

Hymn 95

*Doxology #95

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PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD *Scripture Lesson

Philippians 1:9–11

Anthem

Sermon

Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (Hymn 384) Chancel Choir

Live Wisely

(Living Joyously, Part 2)

Charlotte Turner Page 1429 Prichard, arr. Wilberg Rev. Josh Amerson

SENDING FORTH Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #396

O Jesus, I Have Promised

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*Postlude

ANGEL’S STORY

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*Stand as you are able. Please silence mobile and electronic devices during the service. Thank you for helping us keep our Sanctuary clean by leaving all food and beverages outside.

ASSISTING TODAY Ushers: John Campbell — Head Usher, Scott Ackaway, Celeste Cornwell, Rick Freeman, Armand Glassman, Russell Henderson, Lynn Knight, Kevin Patrick Acolytes: Clara Cann, Madeline Cann, Katherine Lamback, Samuel Lamback

Concerns and Celebrations Altar Flowers In honor of their parents by Jack and Donna Houseal. (Sanctuary) Prayer Concerns Jane Ayton, Jan Boyea, Robbi Braun, Ava and Layla Christodoulos, Nancy Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ardenne, Milton Davis, Brian DeChant, Cathy Elliott, Shirley Espy, Barbara Giametta, Bob Hallenberg, Josephine Hicks, Anne Key, Ron McLamb, Jim McLean, Rev. Melton McNeill, Nate Nicholson, Malcolm Powell, Gertrude Prager, Juanita Sanders, Sharon Stout, Maxine Watkins, Jack Whitley, Sheryl Winton Rosebud on the Altar In honor of James Thomas Smith, son of Rob and Michelle Smith, born on December 4, 2018; grandparents are Ed and Wilma Smith. Thank You We would like to thank so many of you for all the support and loving care you have shown to our family during this challenging time. We thank you for your prayers, notes, visits, meals, calls, transportation and other ways you have been the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. Thank you very much and may God bless you. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Love, Cathy, Don and Bradley Harrison, and Kelly and Quinn Adamson

Announcements MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT — INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS

Sunday, Feb. 3, 10:00 a.m., and Monday, Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m. The International Missions Committee will host two informational meetings to share details about each of our 2019 Mission Trip offerings. This year we are taking a Family Mission Trip to Puerto Rico (July 13 – 21) with Praying Pelican Missions to serve in relief efforts. Also available is a Mission Trip to Guatemala (August 17 – 24) with Project Salud y Paz to serve in medical and construction projects, plus outreach to young children. At the informational meetings you can ask questions, meet trip leaders and get travel details. Registration for trips opens Sunday, Feb. 17. For more information, contact chris.mixer@dunwoodyumc.org.

WORSHIP

Living Joyously: A Study of Paul’s Letter to the Philippians Sermon Series Jan. 6 – Feb. 24. From within the walls of a Roman prison cell, Paul discovered the deep and abiding joy of life with God. No matter what your past, present, or future condition may be, the gift of living joyously is God’s offering to all of us, as well. Join us as we learn how to unpack this gift in our everyday lives. Jan. 20, Find Blessings in Your Adversity Jan. 27, Look Out for Others Feb. 3, Let Go of Yesterday Feb. 10, Make Friends with Your Enemies Feb. 17, Pursue Excellence Feb. 24, Learn to be Content

GROWTH

Discover DUMC Second Sunday of every month, 9:55 a.m., Wesley Room. You are invited to join us for a single-session gathering where you will have the opportunity to discover answers to all your questions about the church in a friendly, casual environment. Please contact valerie.pitrof@ dunwoodyumc.org or 770-394-0675 ext. 136 for more information and to register for the class.

SUPPORT

Flower Ministry Please consider sponsoring a flower arrangement to be on display in the new Sanctuary. Cost is $100. Honor the life and memory of a loved one; or a Sunday school class may consider recognizing teachers, servicemen, policemen, graduates, deceased class members, heroes, etc. Please contact Susan Kee at 770-394-0675, ext. 112 to schedule.

DivorceCare Wednesdays, Jan. 9 – April 10, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Church Parlor. A weekly support group for those going through, having gone through, or about to go through divorce. Book fee is $20. Contact Cathy Wright at 404-509-6656 to register. DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) runs concurrently for children, ages 5 – 12, Room 142. No fee. Call Blayne Shelton at 404-432-3496. Nursery care (four and younger) is free with registration. Email nursery@dunwoodyumc.org. Creation Care Team Meeting Tuesday, Jan. 15, 7:00 p.m., Room 240. When God finished creating the heavens and the earth, He put humans in charge of caring for them. Join us for a Creation Care Team Meeting as we breathe new life into DUMC’s Creation Care Committee. Michael Black, a Certified Creation Keeper in the UMC, will speak on how we put more emphasis on caring for creation at DUMC. For more information, contact kathy.brockman@ dunwoodyumc.org. Exploring Life Transitions Tuesday, Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Wesley Room. Join us as we explore what the different transitions in life look like, how to prepare for them and how to live through them. This first meeting will be a time of brainstorming and looking to the needs of the gathered group. For more information, contact kathy.brockman@ dunwoodyumc.org or 770-542-1677. Journeying Through Grief Sundays, Feb. 3 – Sunday March 3, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Thomas Coke Room. Join us for a five week session to help you deal with the many facets of grief and ways to navigate through it. Please contact JoAnn Akers at akersjoann@gmail.com.

Stephen Ministry Training Class Monday, March 4 – Monday, June 24. Please consider becoming a Stephen Minister. If you are interested, fill out an application on the church website. Return your application to Sarah Heller, scsheller@gmail.com or mail to 5000 Harbour Ridge Dr. Alpharetta, Ga. 30005. Stephen Ministry Do you know someone who has suffered a loss or is going through a difficult time? Stephen Ministers provide high quality, confidential, oneto-one Christian care to hurting people. Contact Pat DeBolt, 404-931-5443 or stephenministry@ dunwoodyumc.org.

FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday Night Supper Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Reservations are required. Call Debbie Collins at 770-394-0675, ext. 111 or email foodservice@ dunwoodyumc.org by 12:00 p.m. on Monday. Faith and Film Series Jan. 27, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Wesley Room. Faith and Film Series continues with “For the Bible Tells Me So.” We will watch the film together and then spend time discussing the theological themes that it raises. Feel free to bring food or drink and invite a friend! Visual Arts in the Library We invite you to view “New York on my Mind,” a selection of photography by Celia Parks, on display through the end of February. Be sure to drop by on Feb. 10 after any of the worship services for an informal meet-and-greet with our featured artist.

SPORTS AND LEISURE

Youth Spring Soccer Registration Now open for all DUMC members, returning families and to the community as space is available. Our recreational soccer programs include developmental teams for boys and girls ages three through 13 years. Register online at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure. Intro Lacrosse Clinic Sunday, Jan. 27, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., DUMC Soccer Field, boys grades first – fifth. Cost is $20.00 per player. Come learn the basics of the “fastest growing sport in America” from Dunwoody High School lacrosse players. All equipment will be provided. Children will learn the fundamentals of the game including passing and catching, fielding ground balls and cradling. Maximum number of spots is 20. Registration is now open online at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure!

Spring Sunday Flag Football Teams meet weekly on Sunday afternoons for back-to back practices and games beginning March 3. Our teams will participate in the Dunwoody Sandy Springs League with teams from Dunwoody Baptist and Sandy Springs UMC to ensure optimal game playing opportunities while maintaining our emphasis on fun, fundamentals, fellowship and faith. Open to the community. Girls and boys in kindergarten – sixth grade (2018 – 19 academic year). Registration is now open at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure. The cost is $150.00. Thursday Afternoon Bridge Group The second and fourth Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., Young Adult Area. Men and women of all ages are invited to play. Contact Alan Raby at 770-393-3293 for details. Pickleball Open Gym Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Join us in the gym for Pickleball, the nation’s fastest growing sport. Equipment provided. All levels welcome. Bring a friend! Open to the community. Contact Michelle Spitz at michelle.spitz@ dunwoodyumc.org.

NURSERY

Drop-In Nursery—Childcare for Members Available from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, for church and preschool families. Cost is $30 per day. Reservations are required. Please contact debbie.lowrey@dunwoodyumc.org.

PRESCHOOL

Preschool Registration Deadline—Jan. 17! The 2019 – 2020 preschool registration deadline is this week! We serve toddlers (age one by Sept. 1, 2019) – kindergarten (age five by Sept. 1, 2019) in an accredited, loving, Christian environment. Register by Friday Jan. 17, 2:30 p.m. During community registration, priority is given to DUMC church members. Visit dumcp.org or contact amy. rohan@dunwoodyumc.org for more information.

CHILDREN

Created by God Thursday, Jan. 24 – Saturday, Jan. 26. Created by God is a study of human sexuality with a Christian foundation designed for fifth – sixth graders and their parents. Registration is open and limited to 30 participants. Non-DUMC members are welcome. Adult volunteers needed. Contact megan.batcheller@dunwoodyumc.org if you are interested. Visit dunwoodyumc.org for registration information. 8

Vacation Bible School (VBS) and God Squad Monday, June 17 – Thursday, June 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.—save the date! VBS is for rising pre-K (age four) – rising third grade. God Squad is for rising fourth – sixth graders. Registration opens in early January. Check dunwoodyumc.org for details. Volunteers are needed! 2019 Volunteer Opportunities Children’s Ministry needs adult volunteers in preschool and K–5 Sunday School. Visit the Children’s Ministry page on dunwoodyumc.org for opportunities to serve. Contact megan.batcheller@ dunwoodyumc.org for more information.

YOUTH

Sixth Grade Confirmation Sundays, 10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m., Fellowship Hall. Visit dunwoodyumc.org/youth for details. Morning Blend Sundays, 9:55 a.m. – 10:55 a.m., Youth Area. All seventh – 12th grade students are encouraged to come to the Youth Area for games, discussions and donuts. Middle School Night Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Youth Area. All sixth – eighth grade students are invited for food, friends, fun, teaching and small groups. Contact youth@dunwoodyumc.org for more information. High School Night Sundays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. A night specifically designed for high schoolers (ninth – 12th grade) with food, hangout time, worship and teaching. Contact youth@dunwoodyumc.org for more information.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

The Daniel Plan— God’s Prescription for Your Health Wednesday mornings or evenings, Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6 and 13, 9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Room 258/259. Cost is $9. For questions about the morning session, contact Ashley Drew, ashdrew@gmail.com. For questions about the evening session, contact Valerie Scott at scottfour@bellsouth.net. Invite a friend!

Spiritual Growth Mission Study Wednesdays, Feb. 6 and Feb. 13, 1:00 p.m., Wesley Room. Led by Rev. Kathy Brockman and designed to help all of us not only look at current issues, such as climate change, social responsibility and justice concerns; but also, to help us develop a “rule of life.” Contact JoAnn Akers with questions at akersjoann@gmail.com. Women of Grace Dinner Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m. Calling women of all ages. The cost is $20 and includes a night of love and laughter! Special guests Cheryl Rogers and Tann Smith will bring their musical talents together for an entertaining and inspiring evening. Register on dunwoodyumc.org’s calendar page. Submit two pictures of yourself with someone you love to Patti Erwood at theerwoods@aol.com and be sure to wear red, pink or purple the night of the dinner.

FIFTY-FIVE PLUS

Perimeter Adult Learning and Services (PALS) PALS needs help coordinating lunches while classes are in session. A coordinator is needed on Mondays, Jan. 8 – March 4. Contact Iris Katz for more information at 770-698-0801. New Friends Monday, Jan. 14, 11:30 a.m., at Jason’s Deli, 4705 Ashford Dunwoody Road. Reservations are due by noon on Jan. 12. We are a group of widowed friends (men and women) who enjoy lunch out on the second Monday of each month. RSVP to Betty Moreland at 770-641-8519. Lunch with Adam Stone Tuesday, Jan. 15, 11:30 a.m., Epworth Room. Join us for lunch and presentation by Professor Adam Stone from Perimeter College at Georgia State University. The topic will be, “The Aftermath of the 2018 Election and a Look Forward to 2020.” Lunch is provided by the kitchen and the cost is $8.00. To register, call Susan Kee at the church office, 770-394-0675, or visit dunwoodyumc.org. The last day for payment is Tuesday, Jan 8.

This Week’s Highlights Sunday, January 13, 2019 DUMC Drama 1:00PM Basketball Games 1:00PM Youth Handbell Choir Rehearsal 4:00PM Nicholas Murphy Eagle Scout Court of Honor 4:00PM Youth Choir Rehearsal 4:45PM Disciple IV 5:00PM Radical Mentoring Launch Night 5:00PM High School Night 5:30PM Radical Mentoring Launch Night 7:00PM Monday, January 14, 2019 Disciple I Fast Track 9:30AM Basketball Practices 5:00PM Women’s AA 7:00PM DUMC Drama 7:00PM Girl Scout Leader Meeting 7:00PM Tuesday, January 15, 2019 WOW Bible Study 9:45AM Pryme Tymers Lunch with Adam Stone 11:30AM Pryme Tymers Luncheon 11:30AM Basketball Practices 5:00PM Creation Care Meeting 7:00PM

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 WOW—The Daniel Plan Disciple II Fast Track Li’l Lambs Rehearsal Cherubs Rehearsal Tone Chimes Rehearsal Carol Choir Rehearsal Crusader Choir Rehearsal Basketball Practices Wednesday Night Supper Middle School Night Grace Kids Disciple II Fast Track WOW—The Daniel Plan Thursday, January 17, 2019 Seniorcizers The Church Network Basketball Practices Great Decisions Big Book Study Friday, January 18, 2019 Basketball Practices Men’s AA Saturday, January 19, 2019 Basketball Games

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WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS

DUNWOODY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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.

1548 Mt. Vernon Road Dunwoody, GA 30338 Phone: 770-394-0675

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

After Hours: 770-542-1667 mail@dunwoodyumc.org www.dunwoodyumc.org Prayer Line: 770-671-8239 prayer@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