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JANUARY 2011

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WORDS FROM WILEY Have you made your resolutions for the New Year yet? You know, those things you resolved to change or enforce in your life for the coming year. If you have, the next question is how many have you already broken? And how many on your list are reruns year after year? Well for 2011, I resolve to make a new resolution every day. I have a better chance of keeping it and, furthermore, it makes it a lot more flexible to deal with what I must deal with. For truly the twelve step programs such as AA are right, we live one day at a time.

Moe Cervenka

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So for 2011, I am going to start the day, or maybe the last thing before I turn in for the night, by writing on a sticky note one thing I resolved to change or redirect in my life for that day. I may have to repeat these steps for several days, but hopefully it will catch on as a habit at some point, and I can move on to a new resolution. Also when life throws me a curve, I can start dealing with it right away and not wait for 2012. Someday I am going to share my resolution with others so that they can help to hold me accountable. Of course I will be cautious with whom I entrust what I am working on in my life. A little push from another can help one keep on track.

Just like college courses with the same title, the Dunwoody UMC 101 classes are an introduction to our church and our United Methodist denomination. Your clergy staff answers your questions about what we do, why we do it, what we believe, and how to get involved. We intend the classes to be for new and prospective members, but if you’re a long time member, you are welcome to come and brush up on your basics. Rev. Zack Martin will be teaching the next series of classes on Sundays, January 9, 16, and 23 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the twenty30somethings suite. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 770-394-0675 with any questions you may have.

At the end of the day if I have failed at what I have resolved, I am going to forgive myself, but, I can start over with the new day and perhaps get it right on the second try. This new system doesn’t mean I will not tackle what I can get done in a day. For some resolutions I will break it into daily steps, and in others I will just stick with it as long as it takes. I will not fall for the temptation just to deal with the “minor” but I won’t hesitate to make minor changes for the better where I can. This will be the first year I have tried this new method, but I think by the end of 2011 I will have gained more ground in living than trying to project the whole year at the first of the year. I will not give up as quickly when I fail; I will resolve to try again. May God bless you in 2011 and may you find the will and way to make the changes you need to make. May God bless you,

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Save the Date

Souper Sunday Lunch Sunday, February 6, 2011 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall

Come enjoy a soup and sandwich lunch with your church family. There is no charge for lunch, but monetary contributions for CAC and the Atlanta Food Bank is appreciated. 2 | January 2011

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Tuesday, March 8, 2011 5:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall

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I am going to look at each day with its resolution as a gift from God. Indeed, as the Psalmist wrote, “This is the day the Lord has made, let’s rejoice and be glad in it.” Jesus told us in the Sermon on the Mount, “Worry about today, and let tomorrow take care of itself.” See the new day with the spirit, not of that I have to do this, but that I am blessed because I can do this. This makes what could be a burden into a joy.

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Kids’ Consignment Sale is right around the corner! Thur., Mar. 17 - 5 to 8 p.m., No Children Fri., Mar. 18 - 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Mar. 19 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Many items will be 1/2 price. Preview night for volunteers will be held on Wednesday, March 16. For more information, visit www.dunwoodyumc. org.

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Club 45 is keeping it going in the new year!

Sunday School for Children of all Ages

Sunday mornings at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. in the Education building. See the church website for details of time and curriculum: www.dunwoodyumc.org. Our upcoming Sunday School units for kindergarten through third grade are: 1. Timothy, Lois, and Eunice: January 9 - March 6 2. Journey to the Cross: March 13 - April 17 3. 3000 More: May 1 - May 22 THERE IS NO SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY, JANUARY 2ND, 2011. There is a special program for preschoolers (Room 171) and kindergarten through fifth grade (Room 144) at both 9:00 and 10:30 am.

Sunday school for preteens in grades 4 and 5 is at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. each Sunday morning, except for designated holidays. Lessons are taught in 4-week units, with classes rotating to a new unit every 4 weeks. Preteens will have the opportunity to explore and apply their faith in a variety of different contexts. We need teachers! Please contact Kathleen Royston to sign up to teach!

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Our January Sunday night fellowship dates are: Sunday, January 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sunday, January 23, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Bring $5 for dinner and a fourth or fifth grade friend!

Atlanta Rocks!

Saturday, February 5, 2011 Club 45 Day Event for 4th and 5th graders Start the day doing mission and outreach in the Atlanta area and then head over to Atlanta Rocks! Intown, Indoor Rock Climbing Gym for lunch and 2 hours of climbing. Registration is required, along with a parental/ guardian waiver of liability agreement. Cost is $35.00 for the day. Limited to 50 participants. Chaperones are needed. Sign up online at www.dunwoodyumc.org. Email Kathleen Royston kathleen.royston@ dunwoodyumc.org or Sandy Mabry sandy. mabry@dunwoodyumc.org for more information.

Created in God’s Image Art with Lara Kitchin Wednesday, January 5th through Wednesday, February 9th 4:30-5:30 p.m. Arts and Crafts Room We serve a very creative God (have you seen the platypus?) Join us as we explore ways to express our God-given creativity through arts and crafts. The program is open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Children and choir may come and go as needed.

Blessed to Be a Blessing Lifting Up the Next Generation Children’s Sabbath February 20, 2011

Children’s Sabbath is an interfaith event that seeks to inspire congregations to help children through prayer, service and advocacy. The United Methodist Church and more than 200 other denominations and religious organizations support it. Children’s Sabbath gives churches a chance to look at the real needs of children in the pews and outside the church walls and it invites advocacy on their behalf. This year’s Children’s Sabbath Observance calls participants to end poverty in the United States and help keep the welfare of our children the top priority of this nation. Our congregation’s participation is an important part of creating a persistent, faithful voice for justice. On Sunday, February 20th, as we focus on the children of our congregation and celebrate their presence in our lives, we also remember the children in our city, our country and around the world who are less fortunate than ours. This Children’s Sabbath calls us to remember that we are blessed to be a blessing to others. Join us at either worship service as we pray, celebrate and lift up the next generation of God’s children.

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YOUTH 180° Older Youth Confirmation Experience 2011 Confirmation for 7-12 graders will be offered through the youth ministries department at Dunwoody United Methodist Church. We will be beginning an Older Youth Confirmation Experience in January. This class is being held for those who wish to join the church, but have not yet participated in Confirmation. There will be eight sessions and a retreat February 25-27, 2011 at Lake Junaluska, NC. Each session will last for 45 minutes. The sessions will take place in the Youth Area on Wednesday evenings from 5:00-5:45 p.m. The first session will be Wednesday, January 5th for youth and their parents!

THRIVE

Every Wednesday for 7-12 grade youth 6-8 p.m.

January 9, Youth Choir at 6pm Oswald Brothers Concert for all youth and their families at 7 p.m.

Tree lot a huge success

January 16, No 180° or Choir MLK

A big thank you to all of you who purchased a tree and volunteered to work the lot. With your help we will be able to send nearly 200 youth and adults on summer mission trips.

Sunday’s 180° schedule

January 2, no Sunday school for 7-12 grade. Come hear Rev. Stephen Streett preach at 9:00 or 10:30 a.m. Confirmation will only meet at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Zack Martin will be teaching. No evening 180° or Youth Choir.

January 23, Parent Confirmation 4-4:45 p.m. Youth Choir 6 p.m. Living from the Inside Out Parent/Teen Event 7 p.m. January 30, all 180° activities Heirforce 4:30-6:00 p.m. Mid Hi 180° 4:30-6:00 p.m. Youth Choir 6:00-7:00 p.m. Senior High 180° 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

JANUARY 17- Fellowship Dinner at Panera (Mt. Vernon Rd location). Meet and be picked up there. Dinner is from 7:00-8:30 p.m. FEBRUARY– Mother Daughter Potluck Luncheon. More information to come! We hope you’ll join us for this event!

180 Survivor Middle School

A New Group for 6th grade girls that meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the youth area. Our next gatherings are January 11, 2011 and February 1, 2011

180 Middle School Girls Club

For all 7th and 8th grade girls! We meet in homes from 7:00-8:30 p.m.. Locations TBA. Our next gatherings are January 10, February 7, 2011

Guys’ Night Out

Hey 7-12 grade guys don’t miss out on the best guy’s night out in Dunwoody. Join us January 18th @ Buffalo Wild Wings from 7-9 p.m. for dinner and trivia. 4 | January 2011

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twenty30somethings

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Women’s Night In

Plan to join us on Monday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. in the suite as we reconvene for the New Year. We will discuss “The Dwelling Place” by Elizabeth Musser.

5th Sunday Combined Classes

• To empower and give HOPE to everyone from the financially secure to the financially distressed. • Classes will meet Wednesdays beginning January 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. • Visit our website for detailed information and to register.

Razing Hell: rethinking everything you’ve been taught about God’s wrath and judgement. Based on the book of the same title by Sharon Baker. We’ll meet for our quarterly gathering with all the classes at 9:00am in the suite on Jan. 30. We go for two hours with breaks. Come and join us to reflect on this hot topic. Breakfast provided.

Car Care 101

Stay tuned, the date and details are still being negotiated for a weekend in January or February! We will be going to Catherine’s Auto Shop to get a hands-on class on auto repair and maintenance from the experts. You’ll learn the basics and more advanced stuff as well. There will be no such thing as a stupid question!! We’ll also have a lunch or dinner option afterwards. Check our website and bulletins often for updates on the details.

For the Love of God: John’s Letters A three-week short study led by Dr. Wiley Stephens and Rev. David Melton on Tuesday mornings, January 11, 18, and 25 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. The study will be repeated on Wednesday nights, January 12, 19 and 26 from 7:05 - 8:30 p.m. in the Asbury Room. This study, which is sponsored by the United Methodist Women, will explore the common references such as the polarity between life and death, light and darkness, truth and falsehood in John’s Letters and the Fourth Gospel. Study books will be available at the first session at a nominal cost.

Mission Brazil 2011 Mission Brazil will have an information/organizational meeting on Monday, January 31 in the Asbury Room beginning at 7:00 p.m. The trip dates for this year are departing on June 30 and returning on July 10. If you would like to participate in this eleven year mission journey, please plan to join us for this very important meeting. For questions, please contact Dick Murphy at ram.inc@comcast.net or 770-330-0604 (cell). www.DunwoodyUMC.org

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Senior Adult Ministry On Friday, January 21, 2011, the Pryme Tymers will tour the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, Ga. The 120,000 square foot Museum opened in August 2003 with galleries featuring contemporary Western American art. Go to www. boothmuseum.org for detailed information on their exhibits. Because their exhibits are rotated and new works are also being added, there is always something new to see. Come and join others for the General Board of Global Ministries mission study on Sunday, February 27th from 3:30 5:30pm in the Asbury Room. “Joy to the World” is a shout of celebration, penned by the great hymn writer Isaac Watts in 1819. Although it is a beloved Christmas carol, its message does not stop with Christmas Day. Its deeper message is not about the birth of a baby, but about the fundamental changes brought into the world by the coming of Jesus Christ. The title of this mission study reflects the conviction that for United Methodists, mission and evangelism flow from joyous gratitude for the Good News of Jesus Christ. This study will be led by Deaconess Jo (Elna) Sheetz.

Large sculpture at the entrance to the museum

The web site describes a current special exhibit, “Ansel Adams: A Legacy” which showcases more than 100 photographs by famed black and white landscape photographer and environmentalist, Ansel Adams. America’s wild beauty has been forever captured with his timeless and visually stunning works.

Photographer, Ansel Adams

We will depart from the church at 9:30 a.m., and return around 4:00 p.m. We will have lunch at the museum café. Cost, including lunch, is $30. Last day for payment is Tuesday, January 18. Contact Exa Grubb, 770-394-0675.

Dinner & Show

On February 14 the Pryme Tymers will have a celebration of love and friendship honoring not only Valentines, but all dear ones, friends and family. Dinner will be at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall with a sweetheart of a dinner prepared by our own kitchen staff.

the Dazzlin’ Dames

After dinner, the Dazzlin’ Dames will show us how remarkable talent and energy have no age limit. These super- charged dames have all participated in the Ms. Senior Georgia Pageant. Their high-energy stage show is an exciting combination of comedy, song and dance.

LIVING LONGER, LIVING STRONGER

The professionally-delivered Vaudeville style showcase of well-known tunes belies the fact that every performer has passed her 60th birthday and many have celebrated their 80th. The performers come from all walks of life and have “show biz” as a common bond. Cost for the dinner and show is $17. The last day for payment is Sunday, noon, February 6. Contact Exa Grubb, 770-394-0675.

A FOUR-WEEK SERIES

Maximize your mental, physical, and emotional health as you enjoy a longer life. Specialists will inform you and answer your questions on the importance of advance planning, physical wellness, maintaining mental acuity, and navigating a successful transition to retirement.

OTHER UPCOMING 2011 PRYME TYMER EVENTS March 17

Café With Adam Stone, Political Satirist

May 6

Café with Joe Dabney, folklorist and author of “Smokehouse Ham, Spoon Bread and Scuppernonng: Wine and Art of Low Country Cooking”

Coming Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m., February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011.

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Holiday Outreach here at Dunwoody UMC Thanks to Jennifer Burns, the Parents in Christian Growth Class, and other friends for planning some holiday fun for 16 homeless children right here in our own youth area. These children are assisted by Atlanta Urban Ministries and were invited here for lunch, crafts, games, and fellowship at our church on Saturday, December 18th.

Lenten Outreach Planning Help Needed Help us start out 2011 with some new ideas for serving! I am forming a committee to plan some outreach projects during Lent. If you would like to be a part of this, please contact Susan Anderson at ext. 136 or susan. anderson@dunwoodyumc.org.

Each child went home with a stocking full of gifts, a warm blanket, and a jewelry gift for his or her mom. If you or your Sunday school class would like to participate in this ministry, contact Susan Anderson at ext. 136.

Thanks for your Donations Our costume jewelry collection was an overwhelming success this year. Thanks to all who found some gifts to share with others. Your donations were sorted, cleaned, boxed and taken to several local agencies for children to choose from as a Christmas gift for their mothers. Hundreds of gift boxes were assembled. The Atlanta Day Shelter and Atlanta Urban Ministries were the recipients.

Rev. Zack and 15 volunteers from the twenty30somethings served lunch at the Sandy Springs Feed ‘n Seed in December. Over 75 needy people from the Sandy Springs community were served a hot lunch through this ministry at Sandy Springs UMC. If your class would like to participate in this ministry this year, contact Susan Anderson at susan.anderson@ dunwoodyumc.org.

A special box of dressy jewelry was taken to Foster Care Support for their Prom-A-Palooza, an event that helps to outfit girls in DFCS or Foster Care for their proms. Thanks to Carol Johnson for this inspiring idea! We will do it again next year, so please save your donations at home. Collections will begin again in September of 2011.

Preschool Registration Begins January 19 for Church Members. DUMC members (by October 1, 2010) will be eligible for priority registration for the 2011-2012 school year at Dunwoody United Methodist Preschool on Wednesday, January 19, 2011, 7:30 a.m. Registration forms and information will be posted on the website (www. dunwoodyumc.org), on the Preschool page under “registration” after January 5, 2011. Tours are available on the following days: December 1, 7 and 9; January 6, 11 and 13 at 10:00 a.m. Please RSVP via e-mail, preschool@dunwoodyumc.org or by phone, 770.394.2555. www.DunwoodyUMC.org

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SPRING SHORT TERM STUDIES We’ve learned about Dunwoody History, tackled the tax issue, armed ourselves with Positive Psychology, explored Russell Crowe’s A Beautiful Mind, gone behind the scenes with Jennifer Leslie, had dinner and a movie on Wednesday nights, faced end of life issues and even tried on Boundaries for size! Please join us! Attitude is Your Paintbrush by James Moore, book study/discussion. Our attitude goes a long way toward determining who we are and how we live day to day. Transform negative, pessimistic attitudes into positive, optimistic attitudes centered on the love and hope of Jesus Christ. Led by Patty Colson. January 5th – February 9th, Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Thomas Coke Room For the Love of God: The Epistles of John Dr. Wiley Stephens and Rev. David Melton will lead this UMW study on Tuesdays, Jan 11, 18 and 25 from 1- 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall and will repeat on Wednesday nights, January 12, 19, and 26 from 7:05 - 8:30 p.m. in the Asbury Room. The study books are $7 at the reception desk. (See page 5 for more information)

and decide for yourself. Led by Don Pattillo, Wednesdays, Feb 2 – 23, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. in the Wesley Room. A New Direction for a New Decade - A life-altering seminar for parents and teens featuring Connect with Kids and Stacey DeWitt, award-winning journalist and nationally-recognized speaker who appears regularly on 11-Alive in Atlanta. What is the reality for our kids today: Facebook? Twitter? YouTube? Grades? Class rank? Test scores? Resume building and competition that build a narcissistic, all-about-me culture, if not a cruel one? Where is the joy? Where is the passion for learning – and for living? Jan 23rd, followed by a 2-part seminar entitled Reality Parenting on Wednesday, February 2nd and 9th Remembering Your Story - Connect your faith story with God’s story. Dig deep into memories of God’s presence in your life and learn how to pass your spiritual legacy on to those you love. Led by Rev. Exa Grubb, Wednesdays, Jan 6 Feb 10, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Thomas Coke Room

True Food and True Drink – What is the linchpin of the faith that holds us together? Holy Communion, “the true food and true drink”, (John 6:55) is the center of Christian spiritual formation. Come learn the story of the holy meal as it evolved during the first 100 years and uncover its meaning for your own life, today. A six-week course, Mondays, January 31st – March 7th, 7-9 p.m., Room 254. Led by Claudia Booth. $10 materials fee.

The History Room – Everyday we make history here at Dunwoody United Methodist Church, as have those who came before us. Sue Cunnold, our church historian, has compiled the church’s written and pictorial “history” On Wednesday, Feb 9, at 7:05 p.m., Sue will walk us through the collection and share some of what she has learned in the journaling process. The talk will be in the library where there is room for 20 attendees.

Christian View of Economics – Is there a Christian view of economics? Economics is a social and secular science. Our UM Social Principles booklet addresses the economy issue with statements on such things as sharing resources equitably, corporate social responsibility, use of migrant workers, paying fair wages, and consideration of labor rights, human rights, and environmental standards in international trade. Does the Christian view lean toward efficiency or equity? Come, hear

No Way To Be Treated: Managing Addiction by Treating ADHD - Kevin Patrick, author and DUMC member, makes his argument by outlining the physiological similarities of both addiction and ADHD and proposes changing current drug treatment methods in a way that greatly improves the percentage of addicts who maintain their sobriety. A compelling story and proposition. February 16, 7:05 p.m., Room 258/259.

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Taking Heaven by Storm (borrowed from the book title): “Evangelical History in the U.S.,” John Wesley founded the United Methodist movement in the 18th century, but American Methodism also has many influences from America’s evangelical culture of that time. These presentations look at the broader history and themes of 18th and 19th century evangelicalism, plus a few of the major figures of American religion who have shaped the ways we worship and believe today. Presented by Lane Davis, Assistant Director, 180° Youth, Wednesday and Thursday, Feb 23 and 24, 7:05 p.m., Wesley Room. The Settlement Game: How to Settle an Estate Peacefully and Fairly. Angie Epting Morris, author, presents “a common-sense solution to an age-old problem” Interesting tidbit: Angie’s father helped settle Dr. Stephens’ parents’ estate a few years back. March 2, Wed, 7:05 – 9 p.m. Room 258/259. Dunwoody Police Department Safety Awareness - With recent events, you may have questions about how our police department is evolving to meet the challenges. Officer Furman of the Dunwoody Police Force will speak and field questions. March 9, Wed, 7:05 – 8:30 p.m., Room 258/259. The Vice of Certainty – Explore the differences between a vital, growing journey of faith and a brittle, static dogmatism that rules out the possibility of new discoveries about the mystery and wonder of God. Historical examples will be examined. Led by Rev. Jim McLean, Wednesdays, Mar 23 and 30, 7:05 – 8:00 p.m., in the Wesley Room. Exposing the Rapture - Explore the origins and validity of the notion of “The Rapture,” the driving belief behind the popular “Left Behind” novels. Led by Rev. Jim McLean. Wednesdays, April 27 and May 4, 7:05 – 8 p.m., in the Wesley Room. Please sign up online or contact Cathy at cathy.wright@dunwoodyumc.org or 770-394-0675, ext. 112. www.DunwoodyUMC.org

2011 Dunwoody UMC Spring Sports R e g i s t r a t i o n I nf o r ma t i o n • •

Leagues Available: IN-House & Dunwoody Farm Soccer Academy Kick-a-Roos coed (ages 3 ½ - early 4’s) U6 Girls and Boys (ages 4 & 5) U8 Girls and Boys (ages 6 & 7) U10 Girls and Boys (ages 8 & 9) Academy Teams will be offered U10 and U12 Boys and Girls. U12 Girls and Boys (ages 10&11) Evaluations for Academy teams. TBA T-Ball coed (ages 4 & 5’s) League age is determined by child’s birth date as of 1/1/11. Registration 0pens January 10, 2011 and closes February 13. Late registration begins January 31, 2011.

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KickaRoos (3 ½ – 4 ½ year olds) $85 per child $130 for the 1st child $120 for the 2nd child $110 for the 3rd child Late Fee begins Jan 31 $150 & $100 ( KickaRoos ) No discounts or requests available

Rosters scheduled to be emailed out to all coaches/parents beginning Feb 25, 2011 and Coaches SST training & meeting Feb 26 at 9:30AM in the Francis Asbury Room. Practices begin the week of March 7, 2011. Kick-a-Roos will ONLY meet on Saturdays, will plan 1 meet and greet on March 19. Practice nights are M, TH, and F (soccer) and Tues (T-Ball) with 45 minute sessions held between 4:00-8:00pm. Games begin March 26 and run thru May 21, 2011. (April 9 no games and possibly April 2 also for Spring Break) Refund Policy: Until Feb 25, a 90% refund is available. After March 7, a 50% refund is available. We look forward to a great season with you and your child. We appreciate the parents and volunteers that make our program a success. Without your participation and dedication it would not be the same. Thank you!

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Coaches & Team Parent Volunteers: A successful season for any team begins with the coaches’ willingness to give of their time and effort. Coaches ONLY may request a co-coach to coach with and a practice day and time! (First Come, first serve basis) Up to 3 coaches will be placed on a team with a minimum of 2. Please register online before or after signing up your child! Buddy/ Carpool Request & Non-Practice Day Request: Every player (including coaches and team parent children) may request ONE (1) friend. Your requested friend must also request you as well. In the event that a situation should arise due to team full roster numbers- (Please be sure you also request a 2nd buddy and buddy requests the same night not to practice.) Only a coach may submit a whole team and Dunwoody UMC reserves the right to cap each league and team roster (8) appropriately. Should we still have issues we will go by date registered and/or coaches preference since he/she submitted the roster! We will certainly try to keep friends together and on same teams with coaches requested, but we cannot guarantee that in all situations.

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Holiday Festival Kudos And what a day it was! “Happy” was the adjective most heard ….. The artisans were happy, the volunteers were happy, our guests were happy. “DUMC is such a happy place.” was often heard. AND, it was a record-breaking day both in attendance and money raised. Over $80,000 was cleared and money is still coming. Our 18th Habitat for Humanity home is assured……and rumor has it, maybe more. Kudos to all who volunteered for and/ or attended the Festival and the events preceding it. Attendance was great. Counting the children who were outside and our volunteers, we had approximately 5000 people. The crew from FISH radio station 104.7 was here broadcasting. We had over 600 volunteers who contributed approximately 2400 hours of their time just during Festival week. Even Mr. & Mrs. Santa volunteered their time! The total number of volunteers and hours contributed is incalculable. Festival preparation begins as the previous Festival ends! Virtually every part of the Festival requires a great deal of planning and preparation. Volunteers made casseroles for Casseroles-to-Go or scrumptious goodies for the Gourmet Shop. Others contributed recipes or assembled Gifts-in-a-Jar. Some of you enjoyed our Spirit nights or participated in Shred Day. Others ate out often during Dine to Donate in November. There were many ways to participate; so many of you out did yourselves with your involvement. For the first time, our children were included in Habitat activities in Sunday School, Wednesday Worship and Praise and/or Club 45; they’re acknowledged on the Hard Hats and Hammers banner. 10 | January 2011

Monies raised by our Children’s Ministry will buy enough shingles to roof the entire home! As in previous years, the 180° youth sponsored Kidz’ Zone, the Holiday Festival activity area for younger children. Over 50 youth and adults volunteered just in Kidz’ Zone that day. Another approximately 600 kids and adults attended. Kidz’ Zone alone raised more than enough money to pay for the electrical system for the entire house!

Holiday Festival factoids: • 13 cakes were made by one member and brought in $390. (That’s good for doorknobs indoors and out!) • 239 volunteers made 654 casseroles; two contributors made 16 each. (That’s $272 each raised.) • Another member bought 19 casseroles. • 278 Gifts-in-a-Jar were made, mostly at the Great Day of Service. • Silent Auction had over 530 items donated, the biggest ticket items being vacation homes, one bringing in close to $1000. • 51 cakes were made by another member resulting in $765 -- That’s paint for an entire house, plus a bathtub to boot! Follow us on:

• 260 contributors made well over 300 items for the Gourmet Shop. • Approximately 500 books were contributed. • Among other things, Attic Treasures sold a piano, 5 sofas, 6 dining room tables/sets, 4 bedroom suites and even an antique Mexican parrot cage. This is just one part of the story. Not only will a deserving family receive a wonderful new home in the spring, but the sense of fellowship and coming together for such an incredible event was a priceless gift to us all. Thank you!

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WOMEN’s Ministries For all you married couples out there (or one day hoping-to-be)....are you looking for a Valentine’s gift in 2011 that will last? Are you trying to find something that’s the right size and will fit perfectly? Well, look no further! God has a plan for marriage: it is a precious gift that’s not to be taken lightly. No Valentine card, box of chocolates, dozen roses, or dinner out, will compare to what God has in store for your marriage this Valentine’s day and beyond.....so, give the gift that your spouse will cherish: a gift of love, devotion, your time, yourself. We invite couples to join us for 6-8 weeks of marriage “advice”, given by the Ultimate Marriage Counselor through His servant Gary Smalley, beginning Sunday night February 13, 2011 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. DUMC’s Women of the Word (W.O.W.) ministry invites married couples to come together in fellowship to strengthen the ties that God has joined together...... Taught by couples for couples...join us as we seek to understand the realities of marriage, our mate, ourselves, our families and all our relationships as we discover “The Keys to Loving Relationships” with Gary Smalley’s DVD Series. If you’ve seen Gary, before he is funny and entertaining as he shares with us his life examples/experiences on his journey through the relationships we experience in life. Find out how to get the gift that keeps on giving as our Lord and Savior created for us! Look for further details in the Bulletin and on the church website. Any questions, please contact Beth Quick (quickdbce@comcast.net) or Sharon Nuckols (sharonnuckols@gmail.com).

The Beth Moore study on Proverbs continues for four more Mondays beginning January 10. Join us at 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in room 258 for coffee, DVD and discussion. There is No Homework. Reservations are only needed for childcare by contacting Rhonda Acarkan at Rhonda.Acarkan@dunwoodyumc.org or 770-3940675 ext. 131. The Proverbs study Mondays and topics are: • Jan 10: A Wise Friend • Jan 24: Wisdom for Moms • Jan 31: How Wisdom Looks in a Wife • Feb 5: Wisdom for a Woman’s Sexuality

Coming Thursday mornings, January 6th through March 17th from 9:15-11:30, BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, a repeat of Beth Moore’s Revelation study, “Here and Now...There and Then”. The study consists of a DVD, group discussion, and homework. Come and experience this compelling, mysterious, yet HOPEFUL last chapter of The Holy Bible. Class size is limited and cost is $12 with scholarships available. Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Marty Chambless at martymmc@bellsouth.net or 770-668-0337.

Dunwoody UMC United Methodist Women joined other UMW circles in the Atlanta Roswell District in collecting craft and art supplies for the district’s 2010 Social Action Project for Wellspring Living. Wellspring Victory Program, in partnership with other child service organizations, cares for girls (ages 12-17) who have been devastated by forced prostitution. Wellspring Living offers a safe home which includes a therapeutic and educational program for sexual abuse survivors. The supplies donated by UMW will be used in the art therapy program. www.DunwoodyUMC.org

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Embracing God’s Love Friday, March 25th 7-9 p.m. Saturday, March 26th 9-3 p.m. $50.00 Registration and lunch provided Registration begins January 10, 2011 Nursery by reservation

GLORIA GAITHER’s theme that frames the canvas of her life is “day by day, hour by hour, moment by moment”. It is a life lived out of a sincere belief that being available to the wonder of each day’s unexpected twists and turns is a gift from God to be responded to with tenacity, joy and excellence. Gloria, with her husband, soulmate and writing partner, Bill Gaither, has written over 700 songs and hundreds of recordings. Gloria has written over 40 books, including titles for adults and children, and her speaking spans a wide range including devotional encouragement for women.

GLORIA GAITHER

AMY GAITHER HAYES, speaker, vocal artist, actress, dancer, stage director, writer, teacher or storyteller, is driven by the notion that art aimed at the heart can transfigure the souls of men and women. The “natural”, the “infinite” and the “yes” are three words that inspire the work of Amy, a multi-dimensional communicator. While the artist feels the daily pull of the footlights, her primary “audience” these days consists of her children, Lee, Madeline and Simon.

The Music Ministry of DUMC presented “The Promise”... The Story of Christmas on December 5 to a full house! Children, Youth, Women, bells, tone-chimes, Musica Gloria and Wandering Shepherds joined Robert Edwards in presenting the Christmas story in narration and song. Hundreds of singers and musicians united to “kick-off” the season for our community.

AMY GAITHER HAYES

The Atlanta/Roswell District

Choir Festival Sunday, Jan.23, 2011

2:30 p.m. Northbrook United Methodist Church 11225 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA 30075 770-998-2000 This will be a wonderful combination of several district choirs, including Dunwoody UMC

uniting in praise!

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2010 Foreign Policy Lecture Series Thursdays, January 27 to March 17 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall

This series is based on a briefing book published annually by the Foreign Policy Association. Registration includes briefing book: $30.00, companion $10.00 if book shared. Contact: Rosalie FitzPatrick, 770-393-9571 or rdfitzpatrick@mindspring.com.

Topics and Speakers 1/27 Rebuilding Haiti: Dr. Jennie Lincoln, Principal Research Associate, Georgia Tech Research Institute, formerly Associate Director, Latin American and Caribbean Program, Carter Center of Emory University 2/3 U.S. National Security: Dr. Robert Kennedy, Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology 2/10 Horn of Africa: Ambassador Gordon Streeb, Visiting Professor of Economics at Emory University, formerly Associate Executive Director for Peace Programs at The Carter Center 2/17 Responding to the Financial Crisis: Ms. Sheila Tschinkel most recently served as resident U.S. Treasury Economic Advisor to the Government of the Ukraine and was formerly Senior Vice President and Director of Research at the Federal Reserve Bank Atlanta 2/24 Germany Ascendant: Dr. John Duffield, Professor of Political Science, Georgia State University 3/3 Sanctions and Nonproliferation: Dr. Jarrod Hayes, Assistant Professor of International Relations, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology 3/10 The Caucasus: Dr. Bijan Fazlollahi, Professor, J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University 3/17 Global Governance: Dr. Chris Brown. Vice President for Research and Analysis, World Affairs Council of Atlanta, J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University

Library News January: The Faith Club: A Muslim, A Christian, A Jew— Three Women Search for Understanding by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver, and Priscilla Warner. Three mothers from three faiths: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism got together to write a picture book for their children that would highlight the connections between their religions. They realized that, before they could talk about what united them, they had to confront what divided them in matters of faith, God, and religion. Somewhere along the way, their moments of conflict, frustration, and anger gave way to new understanding and great respect. This is one of the upcoming PALS selections to be held here at DUMC. Read the book to see if you’d like to consider joining the discussion. . February: For the Love of God: The Epistles of John by Justo L. and Catherine Gunsalus Gonzalez. Justo L. González is a Cuban-American Methodist historian, theologian, and prolific author. Sponsored by the GBGM, the UMW Bible Study for 2010 to be led by Rev. Stephens will be held in the Asbury Room for three consecutive weeks. John Wesley apparently found in a letter the simplicity of language that he sought in the sermons of preachers as well as the sum of the whole Gospel: “We Love Him, because He first Loved Us.” Don’t forget: A Spiritual Growth study, this will count toward the UMW Reading Program. You’ll want to read this book donated by the UMW in honor of Peggy Browne for completing the UMW Reading Program, Level II. www.DunwoodyUMC.org

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Someone You Know Is Hurting.

Family.Friends. Neighbors. Coworkers.

On Friday, January 14 the Dunwoody Men will meet to be inspired by an individual who has, with God’s help, overcome adversity and despair, Mr. Scott Rigsby. When he was 18, a truck he was riding in was suddenly hit by a passing 18wheeler, throwing him underneath a 3-ton attached trailer and dragging him 300 feet. His back suffered third degree burns, his right leg was severed off and his left leg hung barely intact. His life was seemingly over, or so it seemed for Scott Rigsby. In 2005 Scott decided to change his life, and the world, by breaking down barriers for physically challenged athletes. He is on a mission fueled by a simple prayer that if God would open doors for him, then he would go through them. Sounds rather trivial until you hear his story of tragedy and one young man’s struggle to simply carry on.

It’s hard to know how to help someone who is going through a divorce. It takes a long time and a lot of work to heal the pain that comes with the breakup of a marriage.

When Christians Get it Wrong

One Size Fits All Sunday school class will study Adam Hamilton’s (author of Enough) theory that “the only way to get it right is the way of humility, confession, compassion, and renewed commitment to a deeper integrity.” 6 sessions, 10:30 a.m., Room 255. Contact Lanny Gilbert, 404-843-1136 or morsefan1@yahoo. com.

DivorceCare is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. If you know someone going through a divorce, make sure he or she knows about DivorceCare. It might just be the best thing you could do to help.

Wednesdays, Beginning Jan. 12 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Church Parlor www.dunwoodyumc.org Invited to Join Anytime.

2 new Sunday school classes in January:

Plan now to attend and to bring a friend, neighbor or co-worker. Call the Church at 770.394.0675 to reserve your seat. New Women’s Sunday School Class – will resume its meetings on January 23, 2011. Those interested contact Rev. David Melton at david. melton@dunwoodyumc.org or ext 114.

Legislative Forum

Mark your calendar for the Legislative Forum, Sunday, January 9, 2011 in the Fellowship Hall. Times are at both 9 and 10:30 a.m. Issues coming before the 2011 State Legislature will be discussed by our elected officials. For more information call Greg Presmanes at 770-396-6615. 14 | January 2011

Men’s Crossroads

Men’s Crossroads will meet Jan 8, 7:45 a.m. in the Epworth Room. Continental breakfast, $3. Speaker for January will be Judy Dodge who will talk about Greg Mortenson’s one-man mission to promote peace . . . one school at a time. His books, Three Cups of Tea and Stones Into Schools, detail his mission and experiences of bringing education and independence to the children, especially girls, in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Follow us on:

Digging Deeper with Kurt and Gingie Peterson – look for this new Sunday school class in January. Delving into bible study is the answer in answering the hard questions about our faith. Not for the faint of heart! www.DunwoodyUMC.org

You may begin to make your pre-paid dinner package reservations now if you haven’t already.

Phone: Fairy Mills 770-394-0675 x 113 Email: fairy.mills@dunwoodyumc.org Online: www.dunwoodyumc.org Or by a pew card on Sundays.

Menus for January 2011 are listed below. January 5 • Sliced Pit Ham • Acorn Squash • White Corn • Biscuits • Salad bar • Apple Cobbler For the Kids • Tater Tots • Apple Sauce

January 12 • Baked Salmon with Herb Butter • French Green Beans with slivered Almonds • Broiled Tomatoes w/parmesan cheese • Fresh Sourdough rolls • Salad bar • Chocolate Cheese Cake with Whipped Cream

January 19 • Grilled Boneless Pork Chops • Baked Beans • Sautéed Yellow and Zucchini Squash with Onions • Corn Bread • Salad Bar • French Silk Pie

January 26 • Shrimp • Fried or Baked Fish • Egg Noodles • Sautéed Broccoli Crowns • Coleslaw • Salad bar • Garlic Toast • Ice Cream with Toppings

For the Kids • Chicken Nuggets For the Kids • French Fries • Mac & Cheese • Applesauce

For the Kids • Fish Sticks • Shoestring French fries

We look forward to seeing you!

MEMORIALS In Memory of:

Joseph Heckle – Mr. and Mrs. Olen Akers, Mrs. Janet Greenwald, Mrs. Marian Haga, Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Davidson, Mr.and Mrs. John Burney, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fortenberry, Mr. and Mrs. William Schuh, Rev. David and Rev. Joy Melton, Col. and Mrs. Charles W. Robinson, Mrs. Nancy D’Ardenne, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Burns, Mrs. Margaret Dodd Daniel Kramer – Ms. Susan Hamilton Lewis Miers – Mr. and Mrs. Philip Groce, Mrs. Estella Witter Grace Peterson (mother of Nancy Shaw) – Mrs. Frances Hembree, Mrs. Edith Chapin William Redmond – Ms. Wilhelmina Hall, Ms. Karen Walker, Mr. Brent Walker

In Honor of:

Judy and Lewis Brinson – Mrs. Jean Williams

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Strength for your Journey of Faith

Read through the Bible in one year. You are invited to read along with others in our church as we read the entire Bible in a year. You will find the reading for each month on our website as well as each month listed in CONNECTIONS, as well as each week in the Bulletin. The JANUARY readings are: 1 - Genesis 1-3 2 - Genesis 4-6 3 - Genesis 7-9 4 - Genesis 10-12 5 - Genesis 13-15 6 - Genesis 16-18 7 - Genesis 19-21 8 - Genesis 22-24 9 - Genesis 25-27 10 - Genesis 28-30 11 - Genesis 31-33 12 - Genesis 34-36 13 - Genesis 37-39 14 - Genesis 40-42 15 - Genesis 43-45 16 - Genesis 46-48 17 - Genesis 49-50 Exodus 1 18 - Exodus 2-4 19 - Exodus 5-7 20 - Exodus 8-10 21 - Exodus 11-13 22 - Exodus 14-16 23 - Exodus 17-19 24 - Exodus 20-22 25 - Exodus 23-25 26 - Exodus 26-28 27 - Exodus 29-31 28 - Exodus 32-34 29 - Exodus 35-37 30 - Exodus 38-39 31 - Exodus 40

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JANUARY SERMONS

Clergy and Office Numbers B. Wiley Stephens Senior Pastor

January 2 A New Direction for a New Year Matthew 2:1-12 Rev. Stephen Streett, preaching January 9 How Firm a Foundation, Ye Saints of the Lord Isaiah 42:1-9, Matthew 3:13-17 January 16 What Are You Looking For? Isaiah 49:1-7, John 1:29-42 January 23 The One Thing We Control Isaiah 9:1-4, Matthew 4:12-23 January 30 What Does the Lord Require? Micah 6:1-8, Matthew 5:1-12

Barbara Bean Minister, Congregational Care Exa Grubb Minister with Older Adults

HAVE YOU PLEDGED?

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Zack Martin Minister with Singles/Young Adults David Melton Minister of Program Stephen Streett Minister with Youth Sonny Walden Minister of Music Church Office: 770/394-0675 Prayer Line: 770/671-8239 FAX Number: 770/394-8492 E-mail: mail@dunwoodyumc.org Website: www.dunwoodyumc.org

Minister After Hours 770/316-1935 In case of an emergency such as a death or critical illness.