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Included in this issue:
- Last week to bring in backpack supplies!
- Staff Snapshot: Laurie Lewis
- July 31 was a great day of worship & pancakes, new friends & old
- Fall Sunday School registration is OPEN!
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9:00 am
Contemporary Worship*
Wesley Class
10:10 am
Liturgical Worship*
11:11 am
Word & Worship*
*Live broadcast
For links: DoylestownUMC.com
Sunday School/Anchor and Kids' Word
will return in the fall.
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This Week We Will Celebrate
Holy Communion
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July 31 was a great day
of worship & pancakes,
new friends & old
Thank you to ALL who helped make last Sunday extra special! We welcomed a number of visitors and were delighted to see some folks whom we have not seen for a while. Our men did a superb job with the breakfast. The music in both services was wonderful, and a good time was had by all! (Scroll down for a slide show of the breakfast and a couple video highlight clips from the services.)
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Recent worship statistics:
Thank you to all who worship with us in person and online.
Total attendance, July 31: 282
Total attendance includes online statistics. Online numbers represent the number of views (or households), not the number of individuals watching.
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AUGUST Worship Theme:
Quotes That Make No Sense,
and How the Bible Answers Them
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Ever wonder what a particular quote meant? Or why some seemingly profound quotes actually contradict each other, like: “too many cooks spoil the broth,” and “many hands make light work”. This month we will look at some quotes that are used rather frequently--but upon closer scrutiny may not make much sense--and how the Bible frequently teaches just the opposite.
August 7: "Love is Blind"
Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 13:4-13
This quote implies that love can blind us to the faults of others. But is that what real love is? On the contrary, love gives even more clarity, especially within a relationship. This is shown in Jesus’ sacrifice of dying for us even while we were undeserving sinners, which is the essential meaning of the word “grace.”
If God sees us so clearly and yet gave/gives all to us, what does it say about the nature of (true) love between two humans?
August 14: "Give Them a Taste of Their Own Medicine"
August 21: "Rules are Made to be Broken"
August 28: "Don't Worry, Be Happy"
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It’s that time again! Register today for kids’ Sunday programming! We can’t wait to see you!
REGISTER HERE
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DUMC Student Ministries
Freddy Hill Farms Mini Golf Trip – Sunday, August 21st
DUMC Student Ministries has another summer event coming up on Sunday, August 21. We will be traveling to Freddy Hill Farms in Lansdale to engage in some mini golf playing and ice cream eating. This event is for all students in grades 7-12 including those who are about to enter into the 7th grade and those who have recently graduated from high school but who have not yet moved away to college. Friends are welcome as well!
We will meet at the church at 1:30 pm and travel together to Freddy Hill Farms. We will return to the church at 5:00 pm for pickup. In order to plan rides appropriately, we need RSVP’s for this event. So, if you are a student or the parent of a student and are planning to come, please contact Pastor Paul. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to ask!
For more information, to ask questions, or to sign up, contact Pastor Paul: [email protected] or 267-245-7874
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For more information about these and other programs of Caring Ministries, please click the link below or contact the Director, Deborah Schultheiss Email: Deborah Schultheiss
Phone: 215-348-5224
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Caregivers' Support Group
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No meeting in August
Next meeting:
Thursday, September 8
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Monday nights
7:00-9:00 pm
Next session
begins September 12
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Thursday nights
7:00-9:00 pm
Next session
begins September 15
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One quick question....
Once a week....
Some for helpful information....
Some "just for fun"....
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Virtual Engagement: A few weeks ago Pastor Paul wrote an article in Connections about how we are inviting people who worship with us online to also engage with us virtually (click here to read article). The hope is to develop a sense of community, even among people worshipping in different locations. |
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Results of last week's "QOTW"
Thanks to those who participated last week!
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Caption this Picture!
Here are the responses we received:
- Angels at work
- How hard does an Angel have to work to earn his wings?
- Surfing the Internet: Wings optional?!
- No wonder I wear glasses!
- Even Angels find many ways to communicate with God!
- Speak of the Angel!
- I almost thought that was Pastor Sunil!
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Your G.I.F.T.S. Are Needed!
(G.I.F.T.S. = Growing in Faith to Serve)
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Are you gifted in areas of building and grounds maintenance? Do you have a legal or insurance background? Are you involved with investments, electronics or interior decor?
If you have skills and/or interest in any of these or related areas, DUMC could use you in ministry! Email Pastor Sunil to learn more! (Recommendations of others are also appreciated.)
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Also needed -
people who are gifted in areas of:
- Sales and marketing
- Communion Assistants (1 or 2 people for the entire year; several additional people who are willing to help periodically)
- Digital media skills (e.g. websites, podcasting, etc.)
- Finance (e.g. accountant, banker, realtor, business administrator or owner, etc.)
Is God nudging you to use your gifts in any of these areas for the ministry of DUMC? Or can you recommend someone else? If so, please reach out to Pastor Sunil!
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From the Desk of
Pastor Sunil
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John 17 records a prayer that Jesus prayed very specially for his disciples and followers – both then and now. I am struck by one theme he repeats – that of “one-ness,” of unity (not uniformity):
“…that they may be one as we are one (v.11)…that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you (v.21)… that they may be one as we are one (v.22)…I in them and you in me – so that they may be brought to complete unity. (v.23)”
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Staff Snapshot:
Laurie Lewis
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Many of DUMC’s dedicated staff work hard behind the scenes and may not be seen or known by many. We thought you might enjoy getting to know them better, and not just their job responsibilities, but who they really are. We will be featuring different staff members over the coming months, giving you a little glimpse into what makes them tick, smile, and sometimes laugh and cry.
This month we feature Laurie Lewis, our Lay Leader and Minister of Visitation.
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Lay Leader Insights:
Living Water
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Jesus talks about living water several times in the Bible. Water was a precious resource in the arid climate where the Israelites lived. So to hear the promise of water would attract listeners to his message. But Jesus meant more than drinkable water.
For plants and trees to grow they have to develop deep roots to access nourishment. That applies to us as well. Jesus' messages were about more than drinking water. Jesus spoke about the refreshing of our spirit with living water. To have deep roots in the Bible and an active relationship with God, our sustainer.
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S u r v e y
Please take a few minutes to complete the Activate survey. Your participation will help us assess how well we are communicating our missions work.
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August Mission of the Month
The Well
A RECOVERY AND HOUSING PROGRAM
The mission of The Well is to provide sanctuary along with an array of support services and educational opportunities for women who have been trafficked, forced to partake in non-consensual sex acts, and sexually exploited.
Developed primarily as a safe house, The Well’s residential program
provides long-term secure housing as a haven from social, psychological and economic factors. Services are provided free of charge and are aimed at developing a foundation of recovery and stability, leading to independent and healthy lives.
Worthwhile Wear has thrift stores that support The Well. They have a store in Plumsteadville and recently opened a new store in Collegeville. They are always looking for donations of clothing and household goods. The thrift stores are also a great place to volunteer! Please consider enrolling as a volunteer and signing up for a time slot. Go to https://worthwhilewear.org/.
To learn more about The Well and Worthwhile Wear, come to the Peach Festival at 10:30 and hear founder and Executive Director Dan Emr speak, show slides, and answer questions.
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Current Devotions & Bible Studies | | |
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Daily Devotions are BACK!
an encore presentation of the
Book of James
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"Surveying the Bible:
Why it is so important to Read it as One Unit"
Wednesdays
10:00 am, Room 2
Now through August 24
(No study on August 10)
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The Wesley Class
Adult Bible Study
Sundays
9:00 am, Room 2
CLICK HERE
to join the class by Zoom!
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Men's Bible Study
Current study:
"Experiencing God"
Wednesdays
7:30 pm, Room 10
For more info:
[email protected]
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Praying for Our Congregation,
Community, and World
Praise: Pancake breakfast last Sunday, 102.5 year-old father-in-law doing so well, Joe, grain exports
Health & Healing: Aubrey, Barbara & Keith, Al, Traci, Mary, Jojo, Sally, Lance, Leslie, Mike, Mom, Barbara, Joe, Faith, Novita Pharma, Jim, Andrew, Mary & John, MaryJo, Connie, Lauren, Jon, Felicia, Erica, Steve, Theresa, Betty, Joe, Alison, Arthur, Karen, Morgan, Tyler, Lindsey, Rick, Ralph, Jason, Ed, Joanna, Sue, Beth, Prerna, Unnatte, Marcy & John, Stephanie, Nancy, Paul, Elise & Natalie
Life Struggles: Nancy & Bob, Amy, Julie, George, Women's Rights, family, DUMC for the health of our congregation, Scott, Joe, Sara, Dianne, Teachers, CBSD/School Board/Superintendent, healing of division in our country, peace, Ukraine, families that are struggling, Kim, Bill, Military serving abroad, those without faith, DUMC camp week at Pocono Plateau
Hospice: Margaret, Gordon, Randy, Shirley
Grief: The family & friends of Frank, Val, Cheryl Berger, Rich Williams and Terri Johnson; others who are grieving.
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DUMC’s Annual Peach Festival
Saturday, August 27
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Please join DUMC on Saturday, August 27, for our annual Peach Festival. This year we are bringing back an old favorite, THE WHITE ELEPHANT Flea Market. A tradition since the Peach Festival was created almost 50 years ago, the White Elephant provides donors the opportunity to clean out their closets and donate household items such as:
- Plates
- Glasses
- Kitchen tools
- Games, puzzles
- Kids toys
- Small electronics in working order
Anything others may find valuable may be donated to DUMC to be resold to bargain hunters to raise money for DUMC mission outreach. Clean out your closets and donate used “stuff” that others may see as treasures! Donations accepted in Overholt Hall daily.
Beginning Sunday, August 7, you can shop at the White Elephant Flea Market on Sundays from 9:00 am to 12:15 pm and weekdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. We hope to see you there!
If you wish to volunteer or prepare BAKED GOODS for the bake sale, click here or email George Witter at [email protected] with how you can help!
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Fall Kick-Off
Sunday, September 11
9 am/10:10 am/11:11 am
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DUMC Night Out:
Christian Comedian
Saturday, September 17
6:30 pm
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On September 12, our two adult handbell groups will begin their fall rehearsals.
Summer is a good time for new ringers to come in for a few private sessions to learn some basic bell techniques. Reading music is not a requirement, but it is helpful. So if you are interested in ringing, this is a good time to try it with no pressure. You just might find a new fun activity for yourself.
Read more....
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Help us get the word out! | |
Postcards are available announcing our
upcoming events.
Please help us
spread the word!
Pick up a few to share with your friends and neighbors!
Available in various
places in the lobby.
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And more exciting events are in the works....
Watch for additional
announcements and information!
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Opportunities to Serve and Engage | |
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DUMC is again collecting backpacks and school supplies for the children served by the Methodist Services in Philadelphia (our July Mission of the Month).
There is a bin under the carport and containers in the lobby of DUMC through August 8 to collect new backpacks and new school supplies.
Volunteers are also needed to sort and pack supplies on Saturday,
August 13 at 9:00 am.
To volunteer or for more info, please contact Randy Hume:
(215) 996-1562 or [email protected]
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More opportunities to
Serve ... Engage ... Connect
- Coffee Fellowship
- Caring for Friends seeks delivery person(s)
- DUMC Book Group
- Pins & Needles
- Next blood drive
- Honoring or remembering someone with altar flowers
Click here for more info!
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In case you missed it...
Please enjoy a few highlights of our services this past Sunday. Our complete services are available to watch from links on our website: www.DoylestownUMC.com
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"Amazing Grace"
Lauren Dunckley
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Slideshow from the
Pancake Breakfast
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"Who You Are to Me"
Sounds of Faith & Power of Grace
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For more great content from Doylestown UMC,
be sure to subscribe and watch "Doylestown UMC" on YouTube!
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For events coming up in the next month,
Click here!
Your event isn't listed?
Need to reserve a room?
Please call (215) 348-5224
or email Gay Brunt Miller.
Missed something in the last edition of Connections? Click here!
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Save the Dates for These Future Events | |
- Saturday, August 27: Peach Festival
- Sunday, September 11: Fall Kickoff
- Saturday, September 17: DUMC Night Out - Christian Comedian
- Tuesday, October 4: Charge Conference
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Friday-Monday, October 7-10: Feed My Starving Children (9th Annual Central Bucks MobilePack at Delaware Valley University)
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Want to connect with a staff member?
Please feel free to call or email us!
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Pastor Sunil Balasundaram, Sr Pastor
John Bechtel, Business Administrator
Cindy Betancourt, Receptionist
Kristen Bound, Social Media Coordinator
Ken Buckner, Weekend Building Specialist
Mark Charles, Evening Building Specialist
Diana Durbin, Director-Adult Bells
Trevor Foster, AVL Technical Coord
Pastor Paul Georgulis, Pastor of Student Min
Jane Gregoire, Director-Children's Bells
Randall Hartman, Organist
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Beth Houlton, Contemporary Worship Leader
Stephanie Hume, Director of Music
Laurie Lewis, Lay Leader/Min of Visitation
Amanda Mandia, Dir of Children's Min
Gay Brunt Miller, Admin Assistant
Deborah Schultheiss, Dir/Caring Ministries
Scott Shead, Live Streaming Technician
Laura Siegle, Assistant Dir of Children's Min
Temple Sieger, 11:11 Worship Leader
Sean Smith, Facilities Manager
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Call us - phone: 215-348-5224 (phones are answered M-F, 9 am to 4 pm)
To schedule facilities, please contact Gay Brunt Miller.
Email submissions for Connections
to [email protected]
by noon on Monday
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Doylestown United Methodist Church
320 East Swamp Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Main number:
215-348-5224
Worship Service Hotline:
267-245-7870
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