6TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST JULY 1, 2018 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: God of our hearts…here we are! People: We’ve come with thirsty hearts, praying that your Word will satisfy us. Pastor: We come with aching hearts, praying for good news to comfort us. People: We come with overflowing hearts, praying for a chance to share your love. All: You, who know our hearts and hear our prayers, be with us now in this hour of worship. Amen.
*Hymn #400
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
NETTLETON
Psalm 148, #861 Prayer of Thanksgiving
We give thanks to you, O God, the one who brings both the snow and the sun; the one who heals this troubled world; the one who grants new life not only to us, but to the creation itself. For all these things and so many more, we offer our thanks to you. Amen.
*Scripture
Revelation 21:1–7
Don Patillo page 1509
Meditation
Is Heaven Real?
(Is It Really True?, Part 4)
Rev. Sonny Walden
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
The Holy City Hugh Winn, tenor
Maybrick
Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #707
Hymn of Promise
*Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: David Grider — Head Usher, Scott Ackaway, Robb Draughon, David Jacoppo Communion Servers: Don Patillo, Carole Juray
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PROMISE
Contemporary Service Songs of Praise
Worship You Forever Reckless Love
Greet Your Neighbor Words of Welcome Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading
Revelation 21:1–7
Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer Tithe and Offering Sermon
Holy Communion Song of Praise
Graciela Chadwick Amber Rowe
There Will Come a Day Is Heaven Real?
(Is It Really True?, Part 4)
Rev. Dan Brown
Holy, Holy, Holy This Is Not the End
Benediction Ushers: Bruce Hedrick, Lori Womble — Head Ushers, Kevin Braun, Debbie Lane, Jack Lane, Meredith Jamieson, Banks Lanham, Eddie Lanham, Marguerite Lanham, Susie Lanham, Ava Womble
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Traditional Service THE GATHERING Prelude
Meditation on “Battle Hymn of the Republic”
19th-c. American arr. Diemer
Chiming of the Hour *Call to Worship Pastor: People: Pastor: People:
Heaven and earth have come together in this time and place. Our God is present and we are in the midst of the everlasting Spirit. Let us worship the Christ, who was, and is, and will be forevermore. All thanks and praise be to the One who offers us everlasting life.
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING *Processional Hymn #400 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
NETTLETON
*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. Glory Be to the Father
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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
Maybrick
The Holy City Hugh Winn, tenor
*Scripture Lesson Sermon
Revelation 21:1–7 Is Heaven Real?
(Is It Really True?, Part 4)
Rev. Dan Brown
THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER Invitation
Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess our sin before God and one another.
Prayer of Confession
Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors and we have not heard the cry of the needy. Forgive us we pray. Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Promise of Pardon Leader: People: All:
Hear the good news; Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves God’s love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven! Glory to God. Amen.
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The Great Thanksgiving Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader:
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Buxtehude Bach RESTORATION
SENDING FORTH Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #707 *Charge and Benediction
Hymn of Promise
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* Stand as you are able. Please silence mobile and electronic devices during the service.
ASSISTING TODAY Ushers: Brannon Anthony — Head Usher, Rick Carr, Andy Drexler, Karen Drexler, Press Hall, Jerry Maddox, Charles Pittard, Ken Rice, Joe Seegars, Linda Podger-Williams, Jim A. Williams
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Concerns and Celebrations
Christian Sympathy Sharon and Kerry Ward on the death of her father, John Morris, on June 21, 2018; grandfather of Nathan and Lindsey. Prayer Concerns Ben Bailey, Del Burch, Nancy D’Ardenne, Brian DeChant, Ann Delatte, Dana Ellingson, Delaine Dinsmore Frontier, Charles Greene, Bob Hallenberg, Cathy Harrison, Drada Hoover, Rev. Melton McNeill, Sherri Odom, Joan Vaughn, Carrie Willoughby, Phyllis Winegar, Al Winegar, Jeanette Winton, Joyce Wray, Dot Yates
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WORSHIP
Announcements
July Sermon Series — Practicing a Life of Prayer More than any other spiritual practice, Jesus turned to prayer throughout his life and ministry. We will spend four weeks gathered around the subject of prayer in hopes that we might all learn more about this sacred discipline and grow to practice it our whole life long. July 8, The Process of Prayer, Matthew 6:9–13; July 15, The Power of Prayer, James 5:13–18; July 22, The Persistence of Prayer, Luke 18:1–18 (with Ephesians 6:18–20); July 29, The Product of Prayer, Mark 14:32–36 (with Psalm 51:10–12). Altar Flowers The Worship Committee invites you to donate altar flowers in honor of the life of a loved one or to celebrate a special event. The cost of designating these arrangements is $100 and donations go directly towards the purchase of flowers. Each Monday the flowers are re-arranged and delivered to members who may be ill or grieving to brighten their day. To place your order, contact Kathy. Brockman@dunwoodyumc.org.
MISSIONS Foodstock — Pick your shift! Saturday, August 11, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. DUMC, with the help of Simpsonwood UMC and other local congregations, will package over 300,000 meals in only 10 hours. But, we need volunteers! All ages welcome. Please pick your shift at www.foodstock. us. For more information, contact missions@ dunwoodyumc.org. Mission Mondays July 9, 16 and 23, 6:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Join us for sandwich-making and lunch packing to support the “Smart Lunch, Smart Kid” program. All ages are welcome. Donations are also encouraged and can be placed in the donation bins near the Nursery. For more information, please contact cassiesodom@gmail.com. Hightower Homework Club Summer Camp July 9 – 13, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Looking for youth and adult volunteers to help with camp. To sign-up, contact brooke.freeman@dunwoodyumc.org.
Consignment Sale Saturday, September 15, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Gym. Mark your calendar for the Kids’ Consignment Sale. Proceeds from the sale benefit the CAC, Partnership Against Domestic Violence and the United Methodist Children’s Home. If you have questions about volunteering, or donations, contact chris.mixer@ dunwoodyumc.org. Package of Hope Last Saturday of the month, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Youth Area. In partnership with Action Ministries, DUMC distributes non-perishable food to feed a family of four for several days. Volunteer to welcome families as they work through tough financial times. Please contact Cindy Hatcher at cindywhatcher@ gmail.com for additional information. Atlanta Community Foodbank Second Wednesday of the month, 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Atlanta Community Food Bank. Volunteer to pack food at the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Transportation is provided. If you have any questions, please call or email Alan Shinn, 770-8490719 or email awshinn49@gmail.com.
SUPPORT
GriefShare Wednesdays, through September 5 (excluding July 4), 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Room 253. Group designed to help those who have lost loved ones, no matter when, navigate the ups and downs of grief in a confidential, caring manner. Comprised of a video, group discussion and a personal workbook. Cost is $15. Contact Joann Akers at 678-352-8334 or akersjoann@gmail.com. Grief Support Group Monthly on the third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Room 253. A confidential, caring ministry designed to help navigate those ups and downs of grief and loss. Contact JoAnn Akers for more info, akersjoann@gmail.com. Stephen Ministry We provide care for people experiencing a major crisis or for people weighed down by the little things in life. If you are feeling down, lonely, stressed or discouraged, you could benefit from the support and encouragement of a Stephen Minister. It’s free. It’s confidential. It can make a difference in your life. Contact Pat DeBolt, 770-396-6836.
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Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group Second Thursday of the month, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Wesley Room. If you have a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s or any of the other dementias, such as vascular or Parkinson’s dementia, there is a confidential caring support group. For more information, contact JoAnn Akers at 678-352-8334. Prayer Ministry To request prayers for yourself or someone else, call the private line at 770-671-8239 or email prayer@ dunwoodyumc.org.
FELLOWSHIP
Summer Lunches Thursdays through August 2, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Epworth Room. Join us for lunch and fellowship. The cost is $5. Make your reservation by noon on Tuesday of each week. Call the reception desk at 770-394-0675 or email foodservice@dunwoodyumc.org. Menu for Thursday, July 5 is chicken salad on croissant, Caesar salad, baked chips, cookies and beverages. Boy Scout BBQ and the July 4th Parade Wednesday, July 4, Dunwoody Village. Boy Scout Troop 266 hosts its 22nd BBQ fundraiser after the 4th of July parade in Dunwoody Village. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 on parade day. The meal includes Slope’s BBQ chicken or pork, cole slaw, chips, watermelon and drink. Scouts are selling tickets today before and after services, in the Activities Building. Please support our scouts! For more information, contact Lamar Wright at wright1475@yahoo.com.
SPORTS AND LEISURE
Boys Summer Basketball League Four-week season began June 26. Open to boys in kindergarten through 2nd grade (2017 – 18 school year). Weekly practices/games are on Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Contact michelle.spitz@ dunwoodyumc.org or visit www.dunwoodyumc.org/ leisure for details. Pickleball Summer Open Play Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Gym. Join us for Pickleball, the nation’s fastest growing sport. Open play takes place every Tuesday through the summer. Equipment is provided and all levels are welcome. Bring a friend! Open to the community. For more information, contact debbie.lowrey@ dunwoodyumc.org.
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Sports and Leisure Summer Camps Camps run Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., including Challenger British Soccer, Basketball All Stars, Creative Kids Art and Kids in the Kitchen. Open to the community. Camp after care available daily until 5:00 p.m. To register, visit dunwoodyumc. org/leisure or contact debbie.lowrey@ dunwoodyumc.org. Men’s Fall Softball League Thursdays (after Labor Day), 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 850 Mt. Vernon Highway NW. Dust off your glove and join us on the DUMC men’s softball team. During this 8-week season, socialize with teams from other local churches while enjoying fun, friendly competition. All games will be played at Mount Vernon Baptist Church on Thursdays. Cost: $50.00. Games are slow pitch and 55 minutes. Please contact michelle.spitz@ dunwoodyumc.org for details.
NURSERY MINISTRY
Summer Camp 2018 Children ages 2 – kindergarten, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday, June 4 – Aug 9 (except the week of June 11 and July 2). Camps are open to both members and non-members. The cost is $150 per week, per child. Drop-in is open during the summer camp for ages 6 months – 2 years (limited spots). Contact usha.raghavan@ dunwoodyumc.org to register.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Summer Bible Olympics Sundays, August 5, 9:55 a.m., Gym. We need two older youth and adult volunteers per week. No preparation necessary — just show up with a smile! Sign up at dunwoodyumc.org/children. Preschool Sunday School Preschool Sunday school will continue all summer long! Visit the link below to sign up and teach. https://bit.ly/2KJNIra.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
www.facebook.com/DUMCYA
Atlanta Humane Society Service Event Sunday, July 15, 11:00 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Join the DUMC Young Adults as we make bandannas, toys and security blankets for the dogs at the Atlanta Humane Society. These items will provide comfort while waiting to be adopted. Please consider donating fabric, old towels or other items. For more information, please contact Donna Ginn at annod913@gmail.com.
BACON (Brothers Around Christ) The fourth Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., The Brass Tap. Join this young adult men’s group for fellowship and faith. Contact DUMCYA@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/DUMCYA for details on the next meeting. College Kickback 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite, Room 110A. Sunday school class for college students to connect with each other and figure out how God and faith fit into their lives. Every Sunday this summer. Sunday School 9:55 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Classes range from college students and recent grads to singles and married couples. We meet monthly for fellowship and to spotlight unique and creative ways to give back.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Women of the Word (W.O.W) Bible Study Wednesday, July 11, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Room 258/259. Drop-in summer study about five Women of the Bible including: Leah, Mary Magdalene, Moses’ adopted mother and Mary, the mother of Jesus. No charge, no homework and no book…come when you’re able and discover lessons from each of these women that will help you persevere through the circumstances you are facing today. Contact Peggy Browne at 404-731-8762 or brownep46@ yahoo.com to RSVP and/or request free childcare.
FIFTY FIVE PLUS
New Friends Monday, July 9, 11:30 a.m., at California Pizza Kitchen - Perimeter. Reservations are due by noon on July 7. We are a group of widowed friends (men and women) who enjoy lunch out on the second Monday of each month. To RSVP, please contact Betty Moreland at 770-641-8519. Summer Classic Movie Fest Wednesday, July 18, 2:00 p.m., first floor HD Theatre Room. Join us for a showing of “84 Charing Cross Road,” a romantic love story set in England. No need to register. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Please contact Suzanne Decker at 770-668-0780 for more information. Seniorcizer Summer Recess The class is suspended for the summer and resumes September 13. Join PALS this Summer Mondays through July 30 (except July 2), Perimeter Adult Learning & Services, Inc. meets at Dunwoody Baptist Church (Chapel building) at 1445 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA. A fee of $45 covers up to three classes each Monday for six weeks, or visit for $8 a day. For a list of summer classes, please visit our website at palsonline.org or call 770-698-0801.
STAY CONNECTED
Subscribe to Dunwoody UMC emails at www.dunwoodyumc.org/subscribe. 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. 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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THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS Sunday, July 01, 2018 High School Night
Wednesday, July 04, 2018 6:00PM
Monday, July 02, 2018
Church Office Closed
Thursday, July 05, 2018
Trustees
6:00PM
Emmaus Reunion Group
8:00AM
Women’s AA
7:00PM
Thursday Summer Lunch
12:00PM
Knitting
7:00PM
Big Book Study
8:00PM
Tuesday, July 03, 2018 Summer Youth Basketball League
Friday, July 06, 2018 4:30PM
Men’s AA
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 After Hours: 770-542-1667 mail@dunwoodyumc.org www.dunwoodyumc.org Prayer Line: 770-671-8239 prayer@dunwoodyumc.org
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
Summer Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday Through August 3 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
6:30PM