8TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST JULY 15, 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: The Word of God is planted in our hearts. People: May our hearts be receptive to the Word. Pastor: The Love of God rains down on us. People: May our souls soak in the wonder of God’s love. Pastor: The Breath of God blows softly within us. All: May our minds be stirred by the power of God’s spirit.
*Hymn #100
God, Whose Love Is Reigning o’er Us
LAUDA ANIMA
Psalm 124 #826 Prayer of Thanksgiving
We give thanks to You, O Lord, with all our heart! We will sing Your praises before all creation, and rejoice in Your steadfast love! You have created us O Lord, and made us for Yourself. In You we become everything You have made us to be! And for all these blessings, we are grateful. Amen.
*Scripture
James 5:13–16
Meditation
The Power of Prayer
(Practicing a Life of Prayer, Part 2)
Mark MacElroy page 1473 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
While Thee I Seek Sidnei Alferes, tenor
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Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #561
Jesus, United by Thy Grace (vv. 1–4, 6)
*Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Bob Houghton – Head Usher, Harlan James, Kyle Mastin, Rick Siebert Communion Servers: Jennifer Delaney, Mark MacElroy
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ST. AGNES
Contemporary Service Songs of Praise
Soul on Fire More Than Conquerors
Greet Your Neighbor Words of Welcome Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer Tithe and Offering
Glenn Conoley
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading Sermon
Song of Reflection
James 5:13–16 The Power of Prayer
(Practicing a Life of Prayer, Part 2)
Andy Batcheller Rev. Josh Amerson
Warrior
Invitation Song of Praise
Be Thou My Vision
Benediction Ushers: Lawrence Frank — Head Usher, Sophie Frank, Tom Menefee, Brent Millard, Hillary Millard, Amber Rowe, Steven Rowe, Mary Walker
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Traditional Service THE GATHERING Prelude
Rhosymedre
Vaughan Williams
(from “Three Preludes on Welsh Hymn Tunes”)
Chiming of the Hour *Call to Worship
Pastor: Let us gather this morning as God’s beloved people. People: Let us join our voices in praise to the God of love. Pastor: Our God is an awesome God and pours out blessing after blessing upon us. People: May God hear the prayers of the faithful and send His powerful Spirit among us.
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING *Processional Hymn #100 God, Whose Love Is Reigning o’er Us
LAUDA ANIMA
*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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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
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
While Thee I Seek Hymn 95
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SENDING FORTH Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #561
Jesus, United by Thy Grace
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* Stand as you are able. Please silence mobile and electronic devices during the service.
ASSISTING TODAY Ushers: Doug Horst — Head Usher, Meredith Barclay, Carl Giametta, Phil Haverfield, John Jokerst, Bob Morris, Sean Penn, Tuck Perkins, Jerry Rhea, John Richie, Van Smith
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Concerns and Celebrations
Altar Flowers Given by Cathy Wright, in loving memory of her mother, father and younger sister, Anne, Doug and Randie. Baptism Crew Jackson Wallace, son of Laura and Ryan Wallace. Quinn Evelyn Parker, daughter of Elizabeth and Ross Parker. Christian Sympathy Travis and Erin Kirkland, on the death of Travis’ mother, Gail Kirkland, on July 3, 2018; grandmother of Walker, Molly and Emily. Prayer Concerns Ben Bailey, Del Burch, Nancy D’Ardenne, Brian DeChant, Ann Delatte, Dana Ellingson, Delaine Dinsmore Frontier, Bob Hallenberg, Cathy Harrison, Drada Hoover, Mina Kirkley, Rev. Melton McNeill, Joan Vaughn, Carrie Willoughby, Phyllis Winegar, Al Winegar, Jeanette Winton, Estella Witter, Joyce Wray, Dot Yates
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Announcements WORSHIP
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 22, The Persistence of Prayer, Luke 18:1–18; July 29, The Product of Prayer, Mark 14:32–36.
MISSIONS
Mission Mondays — Only two Mondays left! July 16, and 23, 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Help make lunches for local students in need. All ages are welcome. We are running low on donations. Juice boxes, individual fruit cups, and individual bags of chips are needed and can be placed in the donation bins near the Nursery. Our final day is July 23, with a special Backpack Project that can always use a few extra servants. For more information, please contact cassieodom@gmail.com. Foodstock Preparation Help prep for Foodstock! Looking for volunteers to place information stickers on 300,000 meal bags. Please contact chris.mixer@dunwoodyumc. org if you (or a class) can volunteer prior to Foodstock on Aug. 11. Help is also needed with set-up on Friday, Aug. 10, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Please contact missions@dunwoodyumc.org to volunteer. Foodstock — Pick Your Shift! Saturday, Aug. 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. All ages welcome. We need volunteers! Please pick your shift at www. foodstock.us. For more information, contact susan.farrow@dunwoodyumc.org.
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Consignment Sale Saturday, Sept. 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.
GROWTH
Prayer Workshops Wednesdays, July 18, July 25 and Aug. 1, 7:30 p.m., Room 240/242. DUMC staff and lay members lead a weekly workshop on topics like the Psalms and Prayer, Contemplation, Lectio Divina and Fasting. Join us for any of the sessions as we seek to become a more prayerful community of faith. For more information, contact josh.amerson@ dunwoodyumc.org.
SUPPORT
GriefShare Wednesdays, through Sept. 5, 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. It’s free. It’s confidential. It can make a difference in your life. Contact Pat DeBolt, 770-396-6836.
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 Aug. 2, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Epworth Room, $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 19 is turkey or ham wraps with lettuce and tomato, potato salad, cookies and a beverage. Visual Arts in the Library Artist Jim McLean’s “Visual Surprises” is on display in July and August. On Aug. 18 an informal meet and greet with the artist is planned after each worship service.
SPORTS AND LEISURE
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. Open to the community. Contact debbie.lowrey@dunwoodyumc.org for details. 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. During this 8-week season, socialize with teams from other local churches while enjoying fun, friendly competition. 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, through Aug. 9. 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, through Aug. 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.
YOUTH
Middle School Lunch Club Tuesday, July 17 and 24, 11:00 a.m., Youth Area. Join us for Middle School Lunch Club. Meet in the Youth Area at 11:00 a.m. Pick up will be back at the church at 12:30 p.m. For more information, please contact brooke.freeman@ dunwoodyumc.org. High School Lunch Club Thursday, July 19 and 26, 11:00 a.m. Join us for High School Lunch Club. Follow us on Instagram @dunwoodyyouth or Facebook Dunwoody UMC Youth for the lunch location. We will meet at the designated lunch spot at 11:00 a.m. For more information, please contact brooke.freeman@ dunwoodyumc.org.
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YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
www.facebook.com/DUMCYA
Atlanta Humane Society Service Event Sunday, July 15, 11:00 a.m., Young Adult Suite. Make bandannas, toys and security blankets for the dogs to 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
Seamless Bible Study 7 sessions, Wednesday mornings or evenings, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3, 10, and 7, 9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Room 258/259. “Seamless” covers the people, places and promises of the Bible, showing participants how the entire Bible — from Genesis through Revelation — connects as one beautiful, seamless thread. The cost is $13. Morning session questions, contact Pam Menefee at phmenefee@ gmail.com. Evening session questions, contact Valerie Scott at scottfour@vellsouth.net.
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MEN’S MINISTRY
18 Steps to Spiritual Wholeness Second Friday of the month, beginning Aug. 10, 7:00 a.m., Dunwoody Country Club (DCC). A DUMC men’s golf group open to all ages (golfers and not). A full breakfast is served for $20 per person. Once a quarter, the group plays golf at DCC after breakfast. On Oct. 12, 11:30 a.m., the group will have a day-trip to Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, Highlands, NC. For more information about the men’s group and the golf trip, contact Scott Ackaway at scott@ackaway.net or 770-335-4473.
FIFTY FIVE PLUS
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. Find Your Exercise Fit Thursdays, starting on Sept. 13, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., Aerobics Room. This class is co-ed, free, and includes low-impact aerobics, stretching, balance and strength training. Chairs are provided and optional the entire class. Reservations are not required. For more information contact our certified instructor, Jean Kennedy, at jeanjvkennedy@bellsouth.net or 770-804-1202. Join PALS this Summer Mondays through July 30, Perimeter Adult Learning & Services, Inc. meets at Dunwoody Baptist Church (Chapel building) at 1445 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA. $8 a day. For a list of summer classes, please visit our website at palsonline.org or call 770-698-0801.
This Week’s Highlights Sunday, July 15, 2018
Mully Meeting
5:30PM
YA Service Event - Atlanta Humane Society
11:00AM
Middle School Night (MSN)
6:00PM
2018 High School Mission Trip (July 15–21)
1:00PM
GriefShare Sessions
6:30PM
Faith Focus Ladies Bible Study
7:00PM
Family Focus Men’s Bible Study
7:00PM
Prayer Workshop
7:30PM
Monday, July 16, 2018 Summer Basketball Camp Session 2
9:00AM
Leisure Camp After Care
2:00PM
Summer Basketball Youth Open Play
4:30PM
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Mission Monday
6:00PM
Emmaus Reunion Group
8:00AM
Women’s AA
7:00PM
Summer Basketball Camp Session 2
9:00AM
7:00PM
Thursday Summer Lunch
12:00PM
Leisure Camp After Care
2:00PM
Young Adults Volleyball
7:00PM
Big Book Study
8:00PM
Knitting
Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Summer Basketball Camp Session 2
9:00AM
Leisure Camp After Care
2:00PM
Pickleball
2:30PM
Friday, July 20, 2018
Grief Support Group
6:30PM
Men’s AA
VFW Post 10822 Meeting
6:30PM
NAMI Support Groups
7:30PM
6:30PM
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 Summer Basketball Camp Session 2
9:00AM
Classic Movie Offered By Pryme Tymers
1:30PM
Leisure Camp After Care
2:00PM
Summer Basketball Youth Open Play
4:30PM
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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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