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The Weekly Compass September 1, 2019
Capital Campaign Update
The goal is $2 Million. We are making steady progress. So far more than $1,476,386.08 has been contributed. Thank you for contributing to this amazing Capital Campaign.
There are three ways to give to the campaign: Use the green pew envelopes donate online at www.onrealm.org/doylestownumc Donate the proceeds from selling stock
September Mission of the Month
Please join us with both your talents and treasure as we come together as a community from October 4th - October 7th at Delaware Valley University for the 7th Central Bucks MobilePack.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) is a Minnesota based organization with a simple goal; eliminating the death of children due to starvation or malnutrition. Great strides have been made in the last few years in improving food access, yet the deaths of 6,200 children per day (one every 14 seconds) remains unacceptable. According to UNICEF and WHO, none are in the US. You can make a difference in the lives of these children by supporting the MobilePack with your prayers, financial support, and participation.
The packed meals provide the right micronutrients to children on the brink of losing their lives. The results are dramatic because kids don’t just get a single meal; they are fed for a whole year.
Once children are fed they then have a chance to actually listen and focus on the Gospel message instead of the sustained growls and rumbles of a hungry body. FMSC has an admirable record of delivering the meals to their intended destinations in 70 countries also over the world. They deliver over 99.8% of over 350,000,000 meals to
those in need. They have retained 4/4 star rating from Charity Navigator for the 14th consecutive year, one of only 1% of charities able to maintain a rating for so many years. With each dollar of support received, FMSC spends $.92 directly on meals.
The idea of packing meals is not new at DUMC. This process is similar to the Stop Hunger Now packing. Working in 2 hours shifts over the weekend, you can be an active participant in the process. There is something for everyone from 6-96 years of age to do. We want to encourage groups of all kinds; families, sports teams, small groups to participate and truly make a difference in a life. Come and be God’s hands and feet if only for a weekend and pack 1,104,000+ meals. As we have done in the past, there is a plan to pack as a church on Sunday. More details will follow as we get closer to the event. If you can’t join us on Sunday there is a way to join in the fun and volunteer through an online sign up process (https://www.fmsc.org/mobilepack/events) which will open approximately six weeks before the event.
WE WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WE MAY NEVER MEET!!
Thank you for your prayers, your time and your financial support this month.
July 30, 2019 Financial Report
We are grateful to all of you for your on-going support which enables DUMC to serve our congregation and community. Below is a summary of our financial position through July:
Operating Fund: 2019 2018 Income $570,356 $527,027 Expenses (596,875) (618,715) Net Income / (Loss) ($ 26,519) ($ 91,688)
Meeting our operating expenses is essential to DUMC’s mission and ministry. Please make every effort to maintain your giving on a regular schedule throughout the summer months. The easiest way to do this is to set up automatic transfers from your bank on the DUMC webpage http://doylestownumc.com/give-now/
Thank you Barbara Miller, Finance Chair
Kick off Sunday is September 8!
Register for all of our Kids’ Sunday Morning Programs in one place - use the registration link on the Children’s Page of the DUMC website: doylestownumc.com. We are looking forward to a great year!
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Calendar
Sunday - Holy Communion 8:15 - 9:30 am - Sounds of Faith - Room 2 9:30 am - Wesley Class - Room 1 9:30 am - Bible Study - Room 10 11:11 am - Kids’ Word - Room 1
Monday - Labor Day - Office Closed 12:00 pm - AA - Room 22 3:00 pm - Wesley Class Picnic - Sanville Home
Tuesday 1:00 pm - Congregational Care - Room 14/15 7:00 pm - Yoga - Overholt Hall 7:00 pm - Sounds of Faith - Sanctuary
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00 am - Bible Study - Room 2 12:00 pm - Staff Meeting - Room 1 5:00 pm - The Vine - Kitchen 7:00 pm - AA - Room 22 7:15 pm - Men’s Group - Kugel Home 8:30 pm - AA - Room 22
Thursday - Preschool Begins 9:00 - 11:30 am - Parent Waiting Room - Room 10 6:30 pm - Power of Grace - Overholt Hall 7:30 pm - Sanctuary Choir - Sanctuary
Friday 6:15 am - Men’s Group - McPoyle Home 9:00 - 11:30 am - Parent Waiting Room - Room 10 9:15 am - Yoga - Room 1 9:30 am - Pins and Needles - Room 2 12:00 pm - AA - Room 22 7:00 pm - NA - Room 22
Saturday 9:00 - 11:00 am - Worship Retreat - Room 2
Book Discussion Group
Please join us September 22, 2019, at 7:00 pm at the home of Kathy Kugel, 4 Orchard Lane, Doylestown, PA 18901. The book is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein.
If you have read this book, please come. Also, please suggest good books to read. Don’t be shy. If you have questions, please call the church office at 215-348-5224.
The upcoming dates and books have changed and are:
Oct. 27 The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson
Nov. 24 Oil and Marble by Stephanie Storey
Pins and Needles
If you enjoy knitting and other needlecrafts, Pins and Needles, which meets on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 am, is for you. We work on projects and have fellowship with one another. Feel free to join us when you are able. Beginners are always welcome. Join us August 23 at Kathy Kugel’s home.
For further information please call or email Kathy Kugel. Phone: 215-345-9079 Email: [email protected]
Save the Date October 13, 2019 CROP WALK Let’s all walk.
Blood Drive
Doylestown United Methodist Church Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday September 24th 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Register at www.redcrossblood.org enter sponsor code: doylestownumc
1-800-redcross or contact Lisa Ament [email protected] 215-514-3635
For any questions about eligibility call 1-866-236-3276
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
Join us Saturday, October 12 from 7:00 am - 9:00 am to discuss Fatal Distraction: Managing Life Without Margin.
“God’s desire and our purpose is a love relationship with Him and His children” (Matthew 22:36-40). We struggle with these commands because of busyness and indifference. Busyness and poorly chosen priorities become distractions. Distractions rob us of margin and force us to manage life in anxiety, fear and pressure. There is a better way to live, filled with hope and freedom.
Registration: https://whoozin.com/FWV-MPA-VU7A-YPVU
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11:11 Help with Hospitality
11:11 is looking for helpful hospitality members who can greet people coming to the service as well as prepare and set up refreshments. This includes: making coffee, setting up tea and supplies, setting out donated refreshments and cleaning up after the service. This is a wonderful way to fellowship and get to know the members of our congregation. If you have a willing heart and a call to serve please consider helping in this very important ministry. You can contact Kim Hammond at 267-481-0909 or
[email protected], for more information.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Beginnings: Foundations for our Faith
Join Pastor Sunil for a Bible Study series in two parts that goes back to where it all began. Why is Creation so important? Introducing sin and its consequences. Did God have Plans “A” and “B” (that contingency plan!)? Where did Grace first begin? And what about those Patriarchs – Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob – why are they so special? God and his choosing people with feet of clay to fulfil his purpose.
Come and (re)discover the roots of human brokenness and God’s Plan in this 2-part series:
Part 1: In the Beginning – Where it all began (4 sessions). September 4, 11, 18, 25
Part 2: The Patriarchs – Men with feet of clay (5 sessions). October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6
Each class will be Wednesday morning from 10:00-11:15
Cross Points Women’s Groups
Cross Points is a group for women of all ages and is open to any woman in the community. We have 3 groups which meet weekly at Doylestown United Methodist Church: one on Tuesday morning, one on Tuesday even-ing, and one on Thursday morning. The Tuesday evening group meets from 7:00 -8:30 pm. Both morning groups meet from 9:15-11:15 am. All 3 groups enjoy social time together, small group discussion, spiritual growth, some Bible study (many of us are new to the Bible), and prayer support. Childcare is provided only on Thursdays. All meetings take place in Room 2.
Me Myself & Lies: A Thought Closet Makeover By Jennifer Rothschild 7 Week DVD Study Starts Sept. 10/12
Before Amen By Max Lucado 4 Week DVD Study Starts Oct. 29/31
ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME!
Please pre-register with Kathy Milberger and specify whether you would like to attend on Tuesday morning, Tuesday evening or Thursday morning: [email protected] or 267-253-1001.
Pampered By Grace -Women’s Bible Study
Would you like to learn how to hear God in Scripture?
In “Experiencing God’s Presence,” you will be encouraged to lay down your cares and spend time each day with your heavenly father. As you follow the Lord’s instruction to “Be still and know that I am God“ (Psalm 46:10) you will en-counter his peace, find strength from Scripture, gain a new perspective on your situation and experience life that only he can provide. Starts Sunday, September 8 from 6:30 -8:00 pm at church. Ladies of any age are welcome! The Workbook costs $8.
Led by Laurie Lewis, Minister of Visitation at DUMC Registration: [email protected].
Wesley Class - Exploring Our Faith
Wesley, an adult Sunday school class, meets at 9:30 am in room 1 (Aug). Everyone is welcome. We explore aspects of our faith through discussion of scripture, books, and video studies. A social event is planned each month,
Upcoming: Sept. 2 Picnic at Sanville’s home. (social).
Sept. 8 Begin 6-week video study. Short Stories by Jesus, The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi. By Prof. Amy-Jill Levine.
For questions regarding our social events, contact Nancy Faussett, 215-345-9324.
For questions regarding our study topics, contact Russ Durbin, [email protected].
Dorcas Circle
Dorcas Circle will resume on Tuesday, September 17 at 1:00 pm. We are very happy to have Praveena Balasundaram as our first guest of the season.
Any questions, please give Judy Finch, 267-483-5061 or Nancy Harrison, 215-443-8887 a call.
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DivorceCare for Kids
DC4K offers a safe, caring, fun environment where children can explore healthy life skills to maneuver through the rough places of parents’ divorce.
Fall semester begins September 9, 2019. Join us Mondays from 7:00-9:00pm.
Please contact Debbie Schultheiss with any questions: [email protected]
DivorceCare
The DivorceCare support group was created for people who are experiencing separation, divorce, or the end of a long-term relationship.
Join us Mondays from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in room 2. Fall semester begins September 9, 2019
Questions? Contact Debbie Schultheiss: [email protected]
Caring Ministries
Wise Wayfarers (65 years+)
Next Meeting is Thursday, September 12, 2019 11:00am-1:00pm in Overholt Hall
~ Bring your lunch and a friend ~
Join us to discuss this group and help us plan events and service!
Contact Debbie Schultheiss for more information at 215-348-5224 X103 or [email protected]
GriefShare
Have you lost a loved one either recently or even several years ago? Please join GriefShare on Thursday, September 12 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.
GriefShare is a 13 week Christ-centered, biblically based support group seminar. There will be time for sharing with one another and then watching a video with a different theme of grief each week.
To sign up, please e-mail [email protected]. You may also go to www.GriefShare.org and sign up online – your registration will be forwarded to the coordinators.
Caregivers’ Coffee AKA: Care for the Caregiver
If you are caring for another person, please join us for sharing and discussion about the challenges this can bring. This group is confidential and designed to be a support for you. We meet the fourth Tuesday of each month. Our next meeting is September 24, at 1:00 pm in Debbie’s Office, room 21.
For more information contact Debbie Schultheiss: 215-348-5224 or [email protected]
Meals Anyone?
Do you need a meal? Do you know anyone that does? Do you like making meals? We have a wonderful ministry here at the church, making meals for those in need. Someone who has just had a baby, or an illness, or someone who has lost a loved one may need a meal. So, if you are someone that loves to cook and make meals for others, or someone who needs a meal, please get on the “Meal Train.” To help, contact Karyn Rowand 215-766-4925 or email: [email protected]
Volunteers Needed!
Nametag coordinators needed. Please contact Debbie Schultheiss for more information at 215-348-5224 X103 or [email protected]
Pastors’ Discretionary Fund
Due to high volume of need this month, the balance of the Pastors’ Discretionary Fund is low. Please consider a contribution as you are able. Thank you for your generosity!
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Join Our Teaching Team this Fall!
We’d love to have you join our Sunday School teaching team in the fall.
Our teachers teach once per month, with a partner, throughout the academic year during the 9:45 am service.
We provide the materials and the very easy to use curriculum. You provide the love and energy!
Whether you have kids in Sunday School and want to help the program stay strong, or you would just like to connect with our families through the Sunday School program, reach out to me with your interest and we’ll find you the perfect role.
11:11 Kids’ Word is Moving to the New Worship Center on Sunday, September 8!
On September 8 we will be in Room 22 on the 1st floor of the new Worship and Youth Center. Kids’ Word is children’s worship for K through 6th Grade. Children enjoy popcorn, a bible story movie, games and crafts. Kids start off with their parents in the new Worship Center and then depart to Room 22 for their own children’s worship experience.
www.facebook.com/dumckids
Amanda Mandia and Shelby Buron Co-Directors of Children’s Ministries
[email protected] [email protected]
Student Ministries
Join Us for Our 3rd Annual
Trunk or Treat!
Mark Your Calendars for our Family-Fun Event on Saturday, October 26th from 5:00-7:00pm
in DUMC’s Parking Lot ! We need 25 families to decorate their car trunks and hand out candy. A fun time will be had by all with music, crafts,
and new this year...a contest for the best trunks! Please sign up to decorate your trunk and hand out candy
@ https://tinyurl.com/dumc2019 Questions? Email Shelby @[email protected]
Elevation
Elevation is our weekly youth group. Elevation meets from 6:00-8:00pm on Sunday nights. On any given Elevation night you will get to experience live worship (from our student worship teams), Biblical teaching that is relevant to the issues that students face in today’s culture, crazy games, small group time, fellowship, and FOOD! On September 8, we will have a huge Elevation kickoff event from 5:30-8:30pm and weekly Elevation starts on September 15!
Fusion
Fusion is our Sunday Morning Youth Worship Service. All students in 7th – 12th grade are welcome. Fusion meets in our new ministry center during the 9:30am Sunday school hour. Fusion is a coffeehouse atmosphere with a student-led worship service and a challenging message from God’s Word…and did I mention there will be coffee and donuts? Weekly Fusion starts on September 8!
Nursery Care
Beginning September 1, our new Nursery Hours will be: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm every Sunday!
Our Nursery is available during the 9:45am service for Infants - 3 Years of Age and during the 11:00am & 11:11 services for Infants - 5 years of Age.
Our wonderful nursery caregivers are Kelli Danas and Ashlyn Kahlenberg. Nursing moms are always welcome!
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Music Ministries
Adult Handbell Choirs
The adult handbell choirs ring in the fall season with rehearsals on Monday, September 9. The Ensemble meets from 6:30-7:30 , followed by the Choir from 7:30-9:00 pm. Joining the Ensemble this year on bass bells is Steve Reis, and joining the Choir on treble bells is his wife Lane, as well as Ashley Salisbury. All three are experienced ringers, having rung in other choirs before coming to DUMC. We welcomed them as subs last season, and feel very fortunate that they are stepping up as full time ringers this year. Both adult groups will ring in worship on October 13. If you are interested in becoming a part of our handbell program, contact any ringer or Diana Durbin at 215-348-7130 or [email protected].
Attention All 1st – 6th Graders! Join Thursday Night Choir!
Every Thursday, 5:15-7:15pm beginning September 12th
Carol Choir (1st ~3rd grade): 5:30-6:15pm Rehearsal
6:15-7:15pm Meal and Recreation
Chapel Choir (4th ~6th grade): 5:30-6:30pm Meal and Recreation
6:30-7:15pm Rehearsal
Drop your child off in Overholt Hall for a night of singing and recreation while you register,
pick up info.
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Attention 7th - 12th Graders! Join Youth Choir!
Every Sunday morning from 8:30-9:25am beginning September 8.
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Any questions? Call or email Stephanie Hume at 267-614-5941 or [email protected].
Attention all singers!
Sanctuary Choir rehearsals began August 29 at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary loft. Come out and bring a friend. Join us any Thursday for the Advent/ Christmas music. You will be hooked! Barbara Tull
Youth Bells
Youth bells will kick off with a swim party on September 8 at the Gregoire’s home from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. All are welcome. Youth Ringers, Young Ringers and Junior Ringers may bring friends that might be interested in ringing with us in the 2019- 2020 season. Please also include the form that was in the monthly newsletter so that parents can sign up and drop it in the offering. If you need anything else, please let me know. Also Bells will begin rehearsal September 15 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Young Ringers will begin at 4:00 pm and Junior Ringers will begin at 5:00 pm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Youth Bell Ringers
Name:___________________________________________
Grade:___________________________________________
Phone number:____________________________________
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Men’s Ministries:
Men who are told to be “self-reliant” need other men. LIFE IS NOT A DIY EXERCISE! We believe a man living life and operating “solo” in this world is vulnerable and will be marginalized in
the Kingdom. Come join us on either Wednesday nights at 7:00 at Ken Kugel’s home or Friday mornings at 6:15 at Kevin McPoyle’s home and go deeper in your faith and in your relationships with other men looking for the same thing you are. We’ll talk about success, significance, work, sports, food and Jesus. Come and be encouraged and renewed for your family, for yourself and for the battle ahead.
The Doylestown Band of Brothers (DBoB) is a group of more than 30 Christian men from Doylestown United Methodist Church and other churches in the community. We believe that no man can successfully fight battles or live an abundant life alone.
Weekly Meetings: There are two opportunities to join:
Contact Ken Kugel for Wednesday evenings at [email protected].
Contact Kevin McPoyle [email protected] or Tom Murray [email protected] for Friday mornings.
For more information about DBoB or to register, go to www.Doylestownumc.com and click on men’s ministries.
The Preschool at DUMC
Pre-school programs for children ages 3, 4 & 5
2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR ~ ~ ~ ~ REGISTRATION IS OPEN ~ ~ ~ ~
For more information or to register your child, please call us at 215-345-9775. Anyone wishing to tour our preschool is welcome to do so. Please telephone to arrange a visit.. Check us out at www.dumcpreschool.org
Karen Borghi, Director
Our Prayers This Week From the Congregational Care Team
Praise: Our new Worship and Youth Center For Health and Healing: Brad Matt Jim Life Challenges: John Roberta Nate Lincoln Ryan Lift Up: LGBTQ Community Those struggling with financial issues Those with Mental Illness and Addiciton Our Country and our Leaders Those who are incarcerated Divorce Care and DC4K Teams Grief Share Ministry Our Military Personnel: Peter Wesney Cody Patterson Gabriel Haslego Adam DuVall Christian Hagstrom Matthew Ragle Randy Japchen Andrew Burrows Galen Ober Brendan McPoyle John M Vavala Brian Salisbury
Discovery Service Projects Disaster Relief Trip
Puerto Rico
December 28 – January 3, January 4 – 10, 2020,
and January 11 - 17, 2020
Discovery Service Projects is sponsoring a trip to Puerto Rico to do home repairs and we are hoping that both adults and students might take advantage of the holiday timing. Total volunteer costs are $1445.00. If you have questions or want to receive a registration form, please email: [email protected]. Registration forms are also available in the church office. Commitments and payment for airfares must be made before mid-September to guarantee this price. The trip will be coordinated by Praying Pelican, a Christian organization that works through local churches in Puerto Rico.
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