7TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY FEBRUARY 24, 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: Come and worship the Lord, the very ground of our being. People: Our God sustains us with an abundance of grace, mercy, and love. Pastor: Come and see the One who hears every prayer and meets every need. People: Let us bless God’s holy name and give thanks to the Source of all life.
*Hymn #185
When Morning Gilds the Skies
LAUDES DOMINI
Psalm 113, #834 Prayer of Thanksgiving
Loving God, you have filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Scripture
Philippians 4:10–13
Carole Juray Page 1432
Meditation
Learn to Be Content
Rev. Jenna Kennedy
(Living Joyously, Part 8)
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
O Rest in the Lord (Elijah)
Lauren Heidingsfelder, mezzo-soprano
Mendelssohn
Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #419
I Am Thine, O Lord
I AM THINE
*Benediction *Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Rip Clark—Head Usher, Lucretia Farley, Ron Garrett, Mark Hallenbeck, Glenn Hancock, Ken Loux, Robert Ragsdale, Tom Wright Communion Servers: Mary Batson, Carole Juray
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Contemporary Service Songs of Praise
Let It Rise More Than Conquerors-
Greet Your Neighbor Words of Welcome Song of Reflection
Holy Holy Holy, Praise Him and Lift Him Up
Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading
Philippians 4:10–13
Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer
Fairy Mills Wade Hatcher
Tithe and Offering Offertory Song Sermon
Song of Praise
I Shall Not Want Learn to Be Content (Living Joyously, Part 8)
Rev. Josh Amerson
King of My Heart
Benediction Thank you for helping us keep our worship space clean by leaving food outside and keeping lids on beverages. Nursery care is available for children 6 months – 3 years. Ushers: Paul Rozeman—Head Usher, Lance Franklin, Jeff Gibbs, Emily Hasler, Jennifer Hasler, Julie Hasler, Mike McGannon, Jay Schmitt, Wendy Schmitt
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Traditional Service THE GATHERING Prelude
If Thou But Trust in God to Guide Thee (BWV 642)
Bach
Chiming of the Hour *Call to Worship
Pastor: Come and worship the Lord, the very ground of our being. People: Our God sustains us with an abundance of grace, mercy, and love. Pastor: Come and see the One who hears every prayer and meets every need. People: Let us bless God’s holy name and give thanks to the Source of all life.
*Processional Hymn #185
When Morning Gilds the Skies
LAUDES DOMINI
*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 body, and the life everlasting. Amen.Be to the Father Glory 71 Glory Hymn Be to the Father
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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
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PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD *Scripture Lesson
Philippians 4:10–13
Claudia Booth Page 1432
Anthem
He, Watching Over Israel (Elijah) Mendelssohn Chancel Choir He, watching over Israel, slumbers not, nor sleeps; Shouldst thou walking in grief, languish, He will quicken thee.
Sermon
Learn to Be Content (Living Joyously, Part 8)
Rev. Josh Amerson
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I Am Thine, O Lord
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Prelude in A (BWV 536)
Bach
*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. Nursery care is available for children 6 months – 3 years.
ASSISTING TODAY Ushers: Greg Hammer—Head Usher, Megan Cann, Randy Forth, Press Hall, Gail Jones, Jim Kilburn, Sam Lott, Stan Petersen, Grant Register, Mike Vann Acolytes: Tori Holliday, Katherine Lamback, Samuel Lamback, Brooke Ward
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Concerns and Celebrations Altar Flowers Given by Nancy and John Cunningham to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Mary Louise Cunningham and Marc Albert Boissoneault on February 23, 2019. (Sanctuary) Prayer Concerns Jan Boyea, Patty Colson, Nancy D’Ardenne, Brian DeChant, Cathy Elliott, Shirley Espy, Bob Hallenberg, FÊ Hardee, Josephine Hicks, Gail Jones, Alex Kahn, Anne Key, Harriet Love, Ron McLamb, Rev. Melton McNeill, Ann McNeill, Nate Nicholson, Sherri, Odom, Joyce Porter, Malcolm Powell, Gertrude Prager, Juanita Sanders, Sharon Stout, Jane Thompson, Mary Warren, Maxine Watkins
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Announcements MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT — SUMMER CAMPS
Looking for summer time activities for your children? Check out what Dunwoody UMC has to offer. From VBS to Circus Spectacular, soccer to cooking, there’s a camp for everyone. You won’t want to miss out on these exceptional opportunities to provide your child a safe, fun and educational experience. DUMC camps begin on May 20 and run through August 22, open to members and nonmembers—ages 6 months and up. Visit dunwoodyumc.org/summercamps for details about offerings and registration information. Hurry and sign-up for one or more camps today. See you this summer!
WORSHIP
General Conference Congregation Prayer Times Feb. 23 – 26, Chapel. Join us the days of General Conference for prayer and candle lighting. Feb. 23, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Feb. 24, 9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Feb. 24, 12:05 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Feb. 25, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Feb. 26, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service March 6, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary
GROWTH
Partner with Parents February Series Wednesday, Feb. 27, 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Asbury Room. Join us for a Q&A with a panel of seasoned parents who have raised responsible adults. No registration required. Contact jenna.kennedy@ dunwoodyumc.org for questions. Prayers for General Conference During the month of February, we are inviting the congregation to pray daily for the General Conference in St. Louis, Feb. 23 – 26. Visit dunwoodyumc.org for more details. Discover DUMC Second Sunday of every month, 9:55 a.m. You are invited to join us for a single-session gathering where you have the opportunity to ask questions about the church in a friendly, casual environment. Please contact valerie.pitrof@ dunwoodyumc.org or 770-394-0675 ext. 136 to register for the class.
MISSIONS
International Mission Trip Registration Registration is open for the international mission trips to Guatemala or Puerto Rico. To register, visit dunwoodyumc.org/missions. Click the SignUpGenius link to access both trip registrations. Please submit trip deposits by Thursday, Feb. 28. Contact chris.mixer@dunwoodyumc.org. Trinity Table Sunday, March 17, 11:00 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church. Volunteers (and donations) are needed to serve a hot lunch to approximately 250 individuals in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. DUMC hosts and serves at Trinity Table twice a year. It takes 30 people to serve and provide supplies prior to the event. Register at dunwoodyumc. org/serve-in-the-community. Please email chris. mixer@dunwoodyumc.org for more details. Community Assistance Center Food Drive Sunday, March 31. DUMC is collecting food donations for the C.A.C.—an organization that helps meet the basic needs of food, shelter and clothing in our community. DUMC supports the C.A.C. through regular food drives and volunteerism. You can visit www.ourcac.org/fooddrive-list for a current list of needs or email chris.mixer@dunwoodyumc.org.
SUPPORT
Journeying Through Grief Sundays through 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. Contact JoAnn Akers at akersjoann@gmail.com for more information.
Navigating Life’s Transitions Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m., Wesley Room. Join us for a discussion on the book, “Who Moved My Cheese?” written by Dr. Spencer Johnson. This book deals with how to anticipate change, adapt to change quickly and enjoy it. Feel free to read the book prior to the discussion or just drop in for the discussion. Contact kathy.brockman@ dunwoodyumc.org with questions. Flower Ministry Flowers in the Sanctuary and Chapel can be designated to honor special occasions, such as anniversaries, birthdays, graduations or in memory of a loved one(s). Cost is $100. The flowers are rearranged on Mondays and taken to members who are ill or who have experienced a recent death in the family. To schedule, contact Susan Kee at 770-394-0675, ext. 112. 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. Career Crossroads Crash Course Feb. 26, 28 and March 2, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Young Adult Suite (except Feb. 26, in Asbury-A Room). This seven week course will help those who are unemployed, under-employed or miss-employed reconsider their career choices and help match their skills, experience and passions to possible careers. Topics include how to write an effective resume, effectively market yourself, network successfully and ace the interview. The class includes an online assessment, resume review and mock interview. Led by Gary Davis. Cost is $40. Contact Gary at registrar@atlantacrossroads.org for questions. Preregistration required at atlantacrossroads.org. 2019 Great Decisions Series on World Affairs Thursdays through March 14, Fellowship Hall. Topics range from the Middle East to Mexico and the State Department. Cost $40. Call David Schwenk 404-832-5560, ext. 21 to register or for more information.
Six Things You Should Know About God Feb. 27, Mar 13, 20, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Asbury-A room. What are God’s qualities, and what effect do they have on us? Revs. David and Joy Melton will lead this six-week study. Contact david.melton@dunwoodyumc.org for more information. Visual Arts in the Library—Last Week We invite you to view “New York on my Mind,” a selection of photography by Celia Parks on display through the end of February.
SPORTS AND LEISURE
Basketball Skills Training Mondays or Tuesdays for eight weeks, beginning Feb. 18, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., boys and girls in kindergarten – eighth grade. Enhance oncourt success with professional coaching for beginners to competitive young athletes. Coach Devonta White works with players to develop fundamentals skills, techniques and strategies to take their game to the next level. Coach White brings experience as a collegiate and professional player and an AAU coach for several competitive tournament teams. Registration is open at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure. Spring Sunday Flag Football Teams meet weekly on Sunday afternoons for back-to-back practices. Games begin March 3. Open to the community. Girls and boys in kindergarten – sixth grade (2018 – 19 academic year). Registration is now open at dunwoodyumc. org/leisure. 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. It’s a great way to be active and social for all ages. Equipment provided. Open to the community. Contact michelle.spitz@dunwoodyumc.org for more information.
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.
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CHILDREN
Spring SCREAM Retreat March 22 – 24, third – fifth grades, Sharptop Cove. The SCREAM Retreat is a weekend of fun and faith. Visit dunwoodyumc.org/children to register. Space is limited and parent chaperones are needed. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please indicate on the registration form, or reach out to megan.batcheller@ dunwoodyumc.org. Vacation Bible School (VBS) and God Squad Monday June, 17 – Thursday, June 20. Join us as we explore where God’s power can take you! “To Mars and Beyond” Vacation Bible School (rising pre-k – rising third grade) and God Squad (rising fourth grade – rising sixth grade) registrations are open! Visit dunwoodyumc.org/ children to sign up. Volunteers are needed— email 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 7th – 12th grade students are encouraged to come to the Youth Area for games, discussions and donuts.
YOUNG ADULT
UMW Circle—GraceTime Feb. 26, 7:00 p.m., Young Adult Suite. Join us for fun and fellowship. Contact DUMCYA@gmail.com for more info or visit our DUMCYA Facebook page.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Women of Grace Dinner Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per person or $160 per table, and includes a night of love and laughter. Special guests Cheryl Rogers and Tann Smith will share their faith stories and bring their musical talents together for an entertaining and inspiring evening. Please submit one to two pictures of yourself with someone you love to Pattie Erwood at theerwoods@aol.com. Register by Feb. 18 through the church calendar page, during Wednesday Night Supper or Sunday worship services in the Parlor. Contact Libba Morris, libba65@bellsouth.net, to specify table and group information.
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SENIOR ADULTS
Pryme Tymers Visit Fernbank’s Planetarium Thursday, March 21, join the Pryme Tymers for lunch at Mary Mac’s Tea Room followed by two presentations at Fernbank Museum’s Planetarium. The cost is $10 per person (lunch is an individual expense.) Carpooling options are available. Please contact Susan Kee at 770-394-0675, ext. 112. or susan.kee@dunwoodyumc.org to register. New Friends Monday, March 11, 11:30 a.m., at Maximos, 4947 Winters Chapel Road, Dunwoody 30360. 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 by March 9 at 770-641-8519. Seniorcizers Join the free senior exercise class every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. in the second floor Aerobics Room. The class is co-ed, and includes low-impact aerobics, stretching, balance and strength training. Chairs are optional the entire class. No reservation is required. For more information contact our certified instructor, Jean Kennedy at 770-804-1202 or jeanjvkennedy@ bellsouth.net. 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.
This Week’s Highlights Sunday, February 24, 2019 Flag Football Wyntergate HOA Meeting Bells Aflame Youth Handbell Choir Youth Choir Rehearsal Disciple IV High School Night Monday, February 25, 2019 Disciple I Fast Track Women’s Choir Rehearsal Youth Soccer Practices Adult Handbell Choir Rehearsal Women of Grace Dinner Women’s AA NAMI Education Meeting Tuesday, February 26, 2019 WOW Bible Study Empower Fitness Pickleball Youth Soccer Practices Career Crossroads Crash Course Navigating Life’s Transitions GraceTime UMW Circle Wednesday, February 27, 2019 Disciple II Fast Track Li’l Lambs Rehearsal Cherubs Rehearsal Tone Chimes Rehearsal Carol Choir Rehearsal
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Crusader Choir Rehearsal Youth Soccer Practices Wednesday Night Supper Middle School Night Grace Kids Partner with Parents Midweek Prayer and Communion Service DivorceCare Faith Focus Men’s Bible Study Faith Focus Women’s Bible Study Six Things You Should Know About God Chancel Choir Rehearsal Disciple II Fast Track Thursday, February 28, 2019 Seniorcizers Bridge Dunwoody UMC Youth Soccer Practices Career Crossroads Crash Course Knitting Great Decisions Big Book Study Friday, March 01, 2019 Youth Soccer Practices Confirmation Retreat Men’s AA Saturday, March 02, 2019 Youth Soccer Games Career Crossroads Crash Course
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STAY CONNECTED
Subscribe to Dunwoody UMC emails at www.dunwoodyumc.org/forms under Administration. Friday morning’s eConnections includes a weekly message from Rev. Dan Brown and a listing of upcoming events. You can also subscribe to Daily Readings, Christian Sympathy, Children’s Ministry Parents, Youth News, and seasonal devotionals. Follow Dunwoody United Methodist Church on Facebook and Instagram. Watch the 8:45 a.m. Contemporary and 11:05 a.m. Traditional services at home with Livestream. Log on to livestream.com/dunwoodyumc.
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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