7-21-19 Combined Bulletin by Dunwoody UMC

6TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST JULY 21, 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

Guests are a Gift from God The church must be the most hospitable and guest-friendly place on the planet if we take seriously the words from Hebrews 13:2, “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers (guests), for by doing so some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Everyone is important and deserves our best efforts. That is the feeling of those who serve on the Dunwoody UMC Hospitality Ministry Team. Providing fellowship and friendship is one thing, but sharing the love of Christ to guests, and to those whom we don’t know, is something else. We are called to love others, because we have been loved by Christ. We welcome others because we have been welcomed. For the last year and a half our church has been working to provide extraordinary care for those who are guests to our worship services and ministries. We have trained church members who serve at the Welcome Desks, as Greeters (inside and outside the facilities), and as Ushers to go beyond friendly and to exceed the expectations of our guests. We have a strong group of volunteers who each Sunday give their time, efforts and of themselves to offer a warm greeting and personal attention to all who attend, especially our guests. The Hospitality Ministry Team realizes that every Sunday is someone’s first Sunday. Hospitality is more than fellowship with one another. It’s about opening our hearts to others and building relationships. What can you do to open the doors of DUMC wider so others may experience the love of Christ in their lives? Try these things: Notice • Offer a warm greeting to each guest (and others whom you don’t know), starting with the person in front of you. Personal Attention • Wear your DUMC name tag. It is reassuring to newcomers if they know who they are talking with. • Introduce yourself, and learn the name of each guest. • Anticipate and fulfill each guests’ needs. Provide them with information about DUMC, or get them to someone who can provide the information. • Introduce guests to others you already know. 10-Foot Rule • Take responsibility welcoming those within ten feet of you, especially those who may be alone. Three Minute Rule • Spend at least three minutes before and after worship speaking with someone you don’t know. Jesus said, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me” (Matthew 25:35). He also said, “Just as you did it to the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me” (Matthew 25:40). Creating a hospitable faith community is something that we are all called to do. Each of us has a part to play in the kingdom of God, whether we have a greeter ribbon on our name tag, or not. Those who are guests are often anxious and uncertain about what is going to happen here. Remember what it was like when you were a newcomer to DUMC. Ease their fears. Be a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ be showing hospitality to all. You just might be entertaining an angel! Blessings, Rev. David Melton

WELCOME FIRST-TIME GUESTS

We are glad to have you at Dunwoody United Methodist Church! Please stop by one of the Welcome Desks outside of the Sanctuary to pick up a small welcome gift. If you would like more information about how to become involved or how to join the church, please contact valerie.pitrof@dunwoodyumc.org.

Chapel Service *Call to Praise and Prayer

Pastor: Christ our Lord has prepared a celebration for us! People: We come into this sanctuary with glad hearts to offer praise to the King! Pastor: The invitation to enter the kingdom of heaven is for every ear to hear. People: Fill us with the good news, O Lord, so we might share this invitation with the whole world.

*Hymn #73

O Worship the King

*Scripture

Matthew 22:2–14

Meditation

Taking Christ Seriously

LYONS Mary Ruffin Page 1201

(The Good Place, Part 3)

Rev. David Melton

Prayer of Thanksgiving

God, today we simply come in gratitude. We pause to thank you for your provision, your care. We are so grateful for the love of family and community. We are thankful for this beautiful place to gather in your name, for here we are challenged, encouraged and reminded of who you are and what you have done. We have been blessed with the fruit of your Spirit. We are thankful for the love, patience, kindness and gentleness of your Spirit. Continue your transforming work whereby we who have been loved will love; we with whom you have been patient will show patience; we to whom kindness has been shown will be kind; and we with whom you have been gentle will be gentle ourselves with all people. For all of this and more, we are so very grateful. Amen.

Psalm 84, #805 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

Bright Morning Star

Carey

How Great Thou Art

HOW GREAT THOU ART

Julianne Reeves, Jessica Iovanella, and Stephanie Zercher

Holy Communion #12 *Hymn #77 *Benediction *Passing of the Peace *Stand as you are able. Ushers: Bob Houghton, Head Usher; Lance Franklin, Kyle Mastin Communion Servers: Ron Gallagher, Mary Ruffin

Contemporary Service Songs of Praise

Praise To The Lord The Almighty Cornerstone

Greet Your Neighbor Words of Welcome Songs of Reflection

Come As You Are

Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading

Matthew 22:2–14

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer

Amy Mowbray Brian Murphy

Children ages rising pre-k – 2nd grade are invited to exit after the prayer to go to the Children’s Church located in the Sunday school hall.

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 Song

Come Thou Fount

Prayer of Thanksgiving Sermon

Song of Praise

Taking Christ Seriously (The Good Place, Part 3)

Rev. David Melton

Welcome

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. Children’s Church is available for children who are rising pre-k – 2nd grade. Listen for dismissal from the service. Children will be taken to their Sunday school classes following Children’s Church in the preschool hall. Ushers: Lawrence Frank, Paul Rozeman—Head Ushers; Kim Bertschi, Thomas Bynum, Aubrey Ellis, Nan Ellis, Sophie Frank, Kevin Gracey, Amber Rowe, Steven Rowe, Mary Walker

Traditional Service THE GATHERING Prelude

Prelude in G Minor (BVW 861 from The Well-Tempered Clavier)

Bach

Randall Solem, piano

Chiming of the Hour *Call to Worship

*Opening Hymn #73

O Worship the King

LYONS

*Affirmation of Faith #885

Pastor: All:

A Modern Affirmation

Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: We believe in God the Father, infinite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and find strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen.

*Gloria Patri #71

Glory Be to the Father

Child of Blessing, Child of Promise

Sacrament of Holy Baptism

Hymn 611

Response Hymn #611

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Words of Welcome

PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING Children’s Moment

Children ages rising pre-k – 2nd grade are invited to exit after the children’s moment to go to Children’s Church located in the Library.

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

Fugue in G Minor (BWV 861 from The Well-Tempered Clavier) Randall Solem, piano

*Doxology #95

Bach OLD 100th

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

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD *Scripture Lesson

Matthew 22:2–14

Anthem

Bright Morning Star

Julianne Reeves, Jessica Iovanella, and Stephanie Zercher

Sermon

Taking Christ Seriously (The Good Place, Part 3)

Emily Decker Page 1201 Carey Rev. David Melton

SENDING FORTH Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn of Dedication #77

How Great Thou Art

HOW GREAT THOU ART

*Charge and Benediction *Response Hymn #431 *Postlude

Let There Be Peace on Earth La Rejouissance (The Rejoicing)

WORLD PEACE Handel

*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. Children’s Church is available for children who are rising pre-k – 2nd grade. Listen for dismissal from the service. Please visit the Library for pickup after service.

ASSISTING TODAY Ushers: Doug Horst, Head Usher; Meredith Barclay, Carl Giametta, Phil Haverfield, Sean Penn, Tuck Perkins, Jerry Rhea, John Richie, Van Smith

Concerns and Celebrations Baptism Lucy Irene Booth, daughter of Josie and Scott Booth; granddaughter of Peter and Claudia Booth. (Traditional) Prayer Concerns Jan Boyea, Mary Boyle, Emily Connor, Nancy D’Ardenne, Brian DeChant, Shirley Espy, Mary Anne Gardner, Larry Hall, Fé Hardee, Will Hillis, Margaret Holland, Alex Kahn, Anne Key, Julia Lundstrem, Anna McGowan, Jack McLaughlin, Rev. Melton McNeill, Ann McNeill, Reese Parker, Pat Porter, Gertrude Prager, Phil Sidwell, Sharon Stout, Jean Williams Rosebud on the Altar In honor of Palmer Leanne Rowe, daughter of Amber and Steven Rowe, born July 10, 2019.

Announcements MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT — THE HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE

The Hospitality committee was formed to help showcase a small part of Christ’s immense love and hospitality for our members and guests on Sunday mornings. The committee is looking for some friendly, welcoming faces to help us do this. Parking Lot and Worship Greeters: Greeters are on the front line ensuring everyone knows that we’re genuinely glad to see them. Young or old, if you can smile, wave and help guests find their way inside, then this is for you—it’s a great way to serve with your kids, too! Welcome Desk: The welcome desk is the one-stop shop for our guests hoping to learn more about ways to get involved at DUMC. Volunteers are needed to extend a warm greeting and answer questions about the church. The time commitment is only one Sunday per month for twenty-five minutes before worship services. Please consider signing up in the Narthex after the service to help.

WORSHIP

The Good Place Sermon Series When Jesus showed up on the scene, He came announcing the good news that the Kingdom of Heaven had come near. He also spent a lot of time trying to help us capture a glimpse of the incredible nature of the Kingdom of Heaven. In this sermon series, we will be looking at some of the parables Jesus told to help us not only grasp the nature of the Kingdom, but to actually start living in it. July 28 Wedding Woes Matthew 25:1–13 DUMC Video Ministry—Volunteers Needed The DUMC Video Ministry is in need of volunteers at both services who are available and interested in operating a video camera or directing camera operations. If you have skills or interest in any of these areas, please contact Ed Trundle at 770289-5673 or email ed.trundle@dunwoodyumc.org. Prayer Room Did you know Dunwoody UMC has a room set aside just for prayer? Located across from the church offices, this room is open anytime the church is open. It is a beautiful, peaceful space that all are invited to use for their prayer time. Make use of the sign on the door, letting others know not to disturb you while you’re using the space. Please stop by and spend some time in prayer. New Organ Installation Quimby Organs of Missouri is installing the new organ in the Sanctuary. Stop by and watch the progress during weekdays! The first major performance featuring the new organ will be with the Chancel Choir, singing Duruflé’s “Requiem” on All Saints Sunday, Nov. 3. Keep an eye out for a separate dedication concert later in November. Details to follow at dunwoodyumc.org/music.

GROWTH

VEiL Natural Beauty: Selected Pieces by David Dalrymple VEiL (Visual Arts Exhibits in the Library) invites you to enjoy, “Natural Beauty: Selected Pieces by David Dalrymple,” now on display in the Library through the end of August. Please join David in the Library on Sunday, Aug. 4, following any of the worship services for an informal meet-and-greet.

MISSIONS

Mission Mondays + Backpack Stuffing Monday nights through July 29, 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Volunteers are needed to assemble lunches for students at risk of missing this meal over the summer (on behalf of Action Ministries). Please sign up to donate items by visiting dunwoodyumc.org/serve-at-dumc. During the final Mission Monday (Monday, July 29) we are hosting our annual “Stuffingof-the-Backpacks,” benefiting children in our community in need of school supplies. Contact chris.mixer@ dunwoodyumc. org for more information. Foodstock Saturday, Aug 10, Gym. We invite you and your family to the annual meal packing service project, Foodstock. Our church and community have packaged over 2,400,000 meals since 2010. Help reach this year’s goal of 314,064 packaged meals by signing up for one or more shifts at dunwoodyumc.org/foodstock.

SUPPORT

Pocket and Purse Prayer Squares Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Parlor. Join the DUMC Needle-de-dee Knitters to knit pocket and purse prayer squares, available at the Welcome Desk. Feel free to take one or more to share with someone needing comfort. Interested in the pattern or joining the knitting group? Contact Sarah Greer at 770-394-7857. Early Stage Support Group—The Alzheimer’s Association Second Thursday of the month, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Room 243 and 244. This program is sponsored by The Alzheimer’s Association and is designed to provide education, support and connection for persons with a dementia diagnosis and their care partners. Call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900 for more information or to register for this group. 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.

Huntcliff Summit Assisted Living First and third Sundays of the month, 4:00 p.m., 8480 Roswell Rd. Join us for fellowship, singing and a brief meditation with the residents of Huntcliff Summit Assisted Living. 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. 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 Who are Stephen Ministers? Stephen Ministers are members of DUMC who have been trained to provide confidential, one-toone, Christian care to people who are going through a difficult time. They will listen, care and pray for you. They provide weekly support for you as long as your need persists. If you would like to learn more about Stephen Ministry, contact Pat DeBolt at 404-931-5443.

FELLOWSHIP Thursday Summer Lunches Thursdays through Aug. 1, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Epworth Room. Join us for casual summer lunches—open to all! Cost is $5.00 per person. To reserve your spot at the table, make weekly reservations by noon on Tuesday by calling 770-3940675 or emailing foodservice@dunwoodyumc.org.

SPORTS AND LEISURE

Fall Youth Soccer With over 500 players, our recreational soccer program is the largest in the community, serving boys and girls, ages 3 – 14 years. Registration is open to the community (as space is available). The league is filling up quickly, register online today at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure. Fall Flag Football Co-ed Sunday League Sunday afternoons, Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 20, 27. Nov. 3, 10 reserved for makeups as needed. Girls and boys in kindergarten – fifth grade (2019 – 2020 academic year). This co-ed flag football league helps players develop the fundamental skills of “America’s Game” in a fun, non-contact environment. Teams meet on Sunday afternoons for back-to-back practices and games. Teams will participate in the Dunwoody Sandy Springs League to ensure optimal game playing opportunities while maintaining our emphasis on fun, fundamentals, fellowship and faith. Open to the community. Register online at dunwoodyumc.org/leisure.

Basketball Skills Training Mondays or Tuesdays, 8-week session, starting Sept. 9, boys and girls in kindergarten – high school. 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. Sessions are 60-minutes. Player fee: $150. Register online 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.

NURSERY

Weekday Drop-In Nursery Worker Opportunity The Weekday Drop-In Nursery program is looking for part-time/ flexible childcare staff. This is a great opportunity for local college students, empty-nesters or someone looking for a two or three day part-time position. The hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Contact debbie.lowrey@dunwoodyumc.org for more information.

CHILDREN

Promotion Sunday Sunday, Aug. 11, 8:45 a.m., Contemporary Service or 11:05 a.m. Traditional Service. We invite all children and their families to join us for Promotion Sunday as we promote children to their 2019 – 2020 Sunday school class. Pre-k – 5th graders come and visit your new class to meet your teachers, reconnect with friends and make new friends. Blessing of the Backpacks Sunday, Aug. 11, 8:45 a.m., Contemporary Service or 11:05 a.m., Traditional Service. We invite all children to bring their school bags to one of the morning services for a new school year blessing. Grace Kids Kick Off Wednesday, Aug. 14, 5:45 p.m. Get ready for the Grace Kids kick off! Kindergarten – 5th graders are invited to join us for fellowship, study and fun. Details to follow at dunwoodyumc.org/children. Children’s Small Group Leaders Looking to make a difference this fall? Join our pre-k –5th grade children as a small group Sunday school leader. Group leaders are asked to commit for the entire year. Lessons, materials and a brief training is provided. Substitutes are also needed for pre-k – 5th grade. We make it easy and fun to bring God’s love to our kids! Contact jennifer.dees@ dunwoodyumc.org to sign up.

SUMMER CAMPS

Weekday Nursery/Pre-k/Kindergarten Summer Camps Mondays – Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., camp themes and dates vary. Please note, camps are currently at capacity. Please contact debbie.lowrey@dunwoodyumc.org for inquiries about specific dates or to be placed on our waiting list. Sports and Leisure Camps Mondays – Thursdays, camp themes, dates and times vary. Camps begin early June and run through most of July. You won’t want to miss out on these exceptional Sports and Leisure Camps that provide your child a safe, fun and educational experience. Visit dunwoodyumc.org/summercamps to view all offerings and registration information.

YOUTH

Summer STICK Around Party—Foodstock Sticker Night July 28, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Youth Area. We wish summer would STICK around! Join us for a party and placing stickers on 100,000 bags for Foodstock. There will be prizes, dinner and games that you won’t want to miss! Stay Involved Visit dunwoodyumc.org/youth for more information about our weekly events and how to stay connected with us through our weekly newsletter.

YOUNG ADULTS

BACON Open House Tuesday, Aug. 20, 7:15 p.m., Top Golf. Join the men’s young adult group at Top Golf. For more information and to RSVP, email at dumcya@gmail.com.

SENIOR ADULTS

New Friends Monday, Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m., Olive Garden, 4749 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. 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 Aug. 10 at 770-641-8519. Classic Film Afternoon Thursday, Aug. 15, 1:30 p.m., HD Theatre Room, first floor. Join us for a classic 1944 mystery-thriller film, “Gaslight.” This film was nominated for seven Academy Awards and stars Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman and 17-year old Angela Lansbury. Movie and refreshments are free. All are welcome.

This Week’s Highlights Sunday, July 21, 2019 Sundays at Huntcliff Summit

4:00PM

Monday, July 22, 2019 Challenger Soccer Camp Creative Kids Art Camp Diggin’ Dinosaurs Summer Camp Mission Monday Backpack Stuffing Event NAMI Northside Board Meeting Foodstock Bag Stickering Women’s AA Stephen Ministry NAMI Education Meeting

8:00AM 9:00AM 9:00AM 6:00PM 6:00PM 6:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Challenger Soccer Camp Creative Kids Art Camp Diggin’ Dinosaurs Summer Camp GraceTime UMW Circle

8:00AM 9:00AM 9:00AM 7:00PM

Wednesday, July 24, 2019 Challenger Soccer Camp Creative Kids Art Camp Diggin’ Dinosaurs Summer Camp Faith Focus Men’s Bible Study Faith Focus Women’s Bible Study

8:00AM 9:00AM 9:00AM 7:00PM 7:00PM

Thursday, July 25, 2019 Challenger Soccer Camp Seniorcizers on Summer Recess Returns 9/19 Creative Kids Art Camp Diggin’ Dinosaurs Summer Camp Thursday Summer Lunch Bridge Dunwoody UMC NAMI Northside Atlanta Knitting Big Book Study

8:00AM 9:00AM 9:00AM 9:00AM 12:00PM 12:30PM 6:30PM 7:00PM 8:00PM

Friday, July 26, 2019 Men’s AA

6:30PM

Saturday, July 27, 2019 Georgia Soccer Referee Course Package of Hope

8:00AM 9:00AM

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 Prayer Line: 770-671-8239 prayer@dunwoodyumc.org Summer Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday Through August 2 Senior Pastor: Rev. Dan Brown Associate Pastors: Rev. Josh Amerson, Rev. Kathy Brockman, Rev. Calissa Dauterman, Rev. David Melton, Rev. Sonny Walden Organ: Mary Ruth Solem Audio Visual: Ed Trundle

STAY CONNECTED Subscribe to DUMC emails dunwoodyumc.org/forms. 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. Watch the 8:45 a.m. Contemporary and 11:05 a.m. Traditional Services at home with Livestream. Log on to livestream.com/dunwoodyumc. Follow Dunwoody United Methodist Church on Facebook and Instagram.