Included in this issue/Save-the-Date:

• April Mission of the Month: METHODIST SERVICES - Give | Watch Video
• DUMC Preschool fundraiser, Thur. April 10 - Sun. April 13, during store hours
• Scout Troop 6 Clothing Drive, Saturday, April 12, 9:00 - 10:00 am
• Easter Eggstravaganza, Saturday, April 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Palm Sunday, Sunday, April 13, 9:00 / 10:10 / 11:11 am
• Youth Ultimate Easter Egg Hunt sign-up, Sunday, April 13, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
• Caring for Friends, Wednesday, April 16, 12:45 pm
• Kids' Club, Wednesday, April 16, 5:45 pm
• Maundy Thursday, Thursday, April 17, 7:00 pm (Communion)
• Good Friday, Friday, April 18, 7:00 pm
• Men's Breakfast, Saturday, April 19, 8:00 am
• Easter, Sunday, April 20, 7:30 / 9:00 / 10:10 / 11:11 am
• Please note: Church offices closed Monday, April 21
• Blood Drive, Tuesday, April 22, 3:00 - 8:00 pm
• Pastor Sunil's Bible Study begins on Wed., April 23, 10:00 - 11:30 am
• Women's Retreat, Saturday, April 26, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Rx Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Book Group, Sunday, April 27, 4:00 pm
• Confirmation Sunday, Sunday, April 27, 9:00 am
• ALL-CHURCH MEETING, Sunday, April 27, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
• Estate Planning Seminar, Wednesday, April 30, 12:00 - 1:00 pm 
• Spring Musical, Saturday, May 3, 7:00 pm & Sunday, May 4, 9:00 am
• Youth End-of-Year Cookout, Sunday, May 4, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
• Scout Troop 6 Flower pick up, Thursday, May 8, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Parents' Night Out, Friday, May 9, 5:00 - 8:00 pm
• New Membership class, Saturday, May 10, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Preschool Silent Auction save the date - Mon., May 12 - Tues., May 20
• Dinner With The Pastor, Wednesday, May 14, 6:30 pm
• New to the Faith class, Sundays, May 18 - June 15, 10:00 am
• Special Church Conference, Sunday, May 18, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
• DSP, Domestic Project 2025, Saturday, June 14 - Wednesday, June 18
• IronPigs game sign-up, Saturday, June 21, 6:35 pm (3:45 pm departure)
• Kindness Jesus Seek-n-Find
• April 9 Soup Supper summary

9:00 am

Uplifting Worship*

Wesley Class

Nursery

Fusion

Sunday School

  10:10 am

Liturgical Worship*

Nursery

11:11 am

Word & Worship*

Nursery

Kids' Word

*Live broadcast

For links:

DoylestownUMC.com

Palm Crosses

The palms you receive this Sunday have been beautifully handwoven into the shape of a cross by a Christian non-profit organization in Africa. Every purchase supports local villagers.

Sunday, April 13

Palm/Passion Sunday

April 9 (Week 6)

Lenten Soup Supper Summary

A heartfelt thank you to Lenae, all of the youth, and adult volunteers who set up, prepared soups and fruit, packed up leftovers, and helped clean up! Thank you to Bob Price and his merry band of dishwashers! Thank you to Missy from Crossroads bakery for the delicious bread each week. Thank you to Bert, Michele, and Brad for all of their help in the kitchen. A special thank you to all of the people who provided all of the delicious soups and chilis we all enjoyed each week. 84 people attended, 12 soups and 4 fresh fruit bowls were donated, and $265 was collected for Vacation Bible School.

Kindness Jesus Seek-n-Find

We have a fun Easter seek-n-find for all ages that has a similar mission as Kindness Rocks!

Hidden throughout DUMC are miniature Jesus figures. They are 1.5” high. If you find one, please leave Him in place until Easter. After that, take Jesus out of DUMC and put Him where you go to school, shop, work, etc. Let's spread Jesus all around our community. Please limit to 5 per person.

Scout Troop 6 Clothing Drive

Saturday, April 12

9:00 - 10:00 am (rain date 4/19)

located in front of DUMC

Acceptable Items (PLEASE PUT LOOSE ITEMS IN BAGS):

• Clothing: men, women, children
• Shoes (separate bag, please)
• Clothing accessories: belts, hats, scarves, handbags, gloves, etc.
• Small toys (2 ft. or less)
• Stuffed animals, towels, sheets, pillowcases
• Bikes
• Strollers

Click Here for Flyer....

Annual Women's Retreat

"Cast Your Burdens"

Saturday, April 26

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

DUMC Worship Center



Are your burdens weighing you down? Women do so much for others—now it’s time for you to do some self-care! Release your worries. Put down the cares of the world. God wants us to leave our burdens and know the peace only he can provide.

"Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." – Matthew 11:28

Enjoy a time of friends, fun, and faith. Learn how to cast your burdens on God. A light breakfast and all materials are provided. Cost is $20. Invite your friends and family!

For questions and registration, contact the presenter, Laurie Lewis, Lay Leader at DUMC.

All-Church Meeting

Sunday, April 27

2:00 – 3:00 pm

Worship Center

Topics to be discussed:

• How we are doing ministerially and financially

*Please also mark your calendar for a Special Church Conference on Sunday, May 18, 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Estate Planning Seminar

Wednesday, April 30

12:00 - 1:00 pm, Room 2

In person at DUMC

"How To Not Run Out Of Money In A Nursing Home"

-Find out how to protect your money and property from the nursing home

-Learn about the 5-year lookback

-Learn how improving your home and buying a car can save you money

-Learn what to do when filling out assisted living forms

-Learn the pitfalls of not taking action

-All this and more, CLICK HERE for flyer.

Questions, or to register, contact John Benson, (215) 348-4416

Scout Troop 6 2025 Spring Fundraiser

Flower pick up Reminder



Flowers will be delivered to DUMC on Thursday, May 8, and available for pick-up between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm. Please contact Lauren Schoeler or the church office (215) 348-5224 with any questions.

DUMC New Membership Class

Saturday, May 10

9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Worship Center

Contact the church office at (215) 348-5224 or email Pastor Paul to sign up (forms available in the lobby or print here) by Monday, April 28.

Dinner With The Pastor

Join us for Dinner With The Pastor! This is a wonderful opportunity for casual fellowship with church members from different worship services and with Pastor Sunil and Pravena. Sign up here for our next Dinner with a Pastor on Wednesday, May 14, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

Details:

·   4 participants per service (limit of 12 people)

·   Dinner will be provided

·   A brief, relaxed evening to fit your busy schedule

Can’t make it this time? Future dinners are planned for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, and Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

We hope to see you there for good food and meaningful connections!

DUMC New to the Faith Class

Sundays, May 18 - June 15, 10:00 am

*We may cancel the May 25 class and conclude on June 22

Room 22 - Donuts and coffee provided!

If you are new to the faith or if you have been a follower of Jesus for quite some time but feel the need to go back to the basics for a refresher course, this class is for you!

Join us for a five-week journey exploring the foundational truths of Christianity in a welcoming and conversational setting. We’ll talk about who Jesus is, what it means to follow him, how to grow in your faith, and other key aspects of following Jesus. Whether you have questions, doubts, or just want to strengthen your understanding, this is a great place to start.

Because worship is such an important part of following Jesus, we encourage everyone attending the class to also attend either the 9:00 am Uplifting Worship Service or the 11:11 Word & Worship Service. Experiencing worship together helps us grow in faith and connect with God in a meaningful way.

We’ll need at least five people signed up in order to hold the class, so if you’re interested, be sure to let us know.

Come as you are, bring your questions, and let’s grow together!

If you are interested in being a part of the class or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Paul.

EVERYONE IS INVITED!

Lehigh Valley IronPigs

Baseball Game

Saturday, June 21 at 6:35 pm

Join DUMC for a fun-filled trip to a Lehigh Valley IronPigs ballgame at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA.

Who are the IronPigs? The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are the Triple-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.

Game start time: 6:35 pm

Game details: There is a hat giveaway for the first 3,000 adults who enter the ballpark, and there will be fireworks immediately following the game!

How are we getting there? We’ll be traveling together on a tour bus. Departure time 3:45 pm (please arrive at DUMC by 3:30 pm).

Cost: $33 (includes game ticket, transportation, and a 2.5 hour all-you-can-eat buffet that includes hamburgers, hotdogs, fried chicken, salads, dessert, and unlimited soft drinks).

How to Sign Up & Pay: Sign-up and pay here or contact Pastor Paul and submit payment by Saturday, June 14.

Online (SubSplash): Click here to pay through SubSplash

Venmo: @DoylestownUMC and indicate “IronPigs Trip”

Check: Make check payable to DUMC and either give it to Pastor Paul, or mail it to:

Doylestown United Methodist Church

c/o Paul Georgulis

320 E. Swamp Road

Doylestown, PA 18901

If you are interested in joining us or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Paul.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, April 26

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Locations

Medication Take Back Day is Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10 am - 2 pm. This year’s Take Back event will feature 48 public collection sites throughout the county. Simply walk up or drive up and drop in any unused, unneeded, or expired medications for safe disposal.

In addition to prescription medications, law enforcement officers will be collecting over-the-counter and pet medications, vitamins, vaping products, and more. Plus, select sites throughout the county will be collecting medications and sharps and distributing Narcan on April 26. What’s accepted.

Can't make it to Take Back Day? You can still safely dispose of your medications at one of the collection boxes located in Bucks County Police Departments.

Easter Sunday - April 20

"Remember Easter"

*7:30 / 9:00 / 10:10 / 11:11 am



*Early morning Easter Celebration in the outdoor chapel

7:30 am (weather permitting)

Next Caring for Friends meal assembly:

Wednesday, April 16 at 12:45 pm

in the DUMC kitchen. CLICK HERE for more details. Instructional guide for preparing meals at home.

Doylestown United

Methodist Church

Overholt Hall

320 E. Swamp Road (Route 313)

Doylestown, PA 18901

Tuesday, April 22

3:00 - 8:00 pm

Click button below or

call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Domestic Project 2025

Asheville, North Carolina

Saturday, June 14 – Wednesday, June 18

We will be partnering with The Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church to help get families back in homes that are safe, sanitary, and secure. Typical work will include drywall, flooring, roofing, and debris removal.

We will be staying at Reeves Chapel UM Church in Asheville with dormitory housing. We will provide our own meals. Registration is limited to 20 participants. More information and registration materials to come.

We invite you to participate in this mission opportunity by:

~praying for the project’s success

~contributing to the cost of materials

~attending as a volunteer

Questions? Contact Erling Salvesen, (267) 663-4282

Discovery Service Projects (click to email)

P.O. Box 41, Doylestown, PA 18901

discoveryserviceprojects.org

Youth Ultimate Easter Egg Hunt

Sunday, April 13

6:00 - 8:00 pm, Grades 7 - 9

Get ready for the most EPIC Easter scavenger hunt! This isn't just any hunt—it’s a race to uncover the greatest story ever told. 

Bring your detective skills, a competitive spirit, and a heart ready for discovery. This is more than just an easter egg hunt—it’s a journey to the greatest revelation of all time! See you there! Sign-up here.

Pocono Plateau

Junior High Adventure (Grades 4 - 7)

-or- Senior High Adventure (Grades 8 - 12)

July 6 - 11, 2025

If you enjoy a more rustic style cabin and cooking over a fire, sign up HERE. Registration is directly with the camp - please let Lenae know if you sign up so she can keep track of who is going.

Gretna Glen

Youth Blast: Camel Beach

July 27 - August 1, 2025

This is a great option if the other week does not work for you and/or if you prefer a less rustic experience. Their camp includes an offsite field trip to Mount Gretna, and the cabins have air conditioning. Sign up HERE ASAP (there are limited spots!) Registration is directly with the camp - please let Lenae know if you sign up so she can keep track of who is going.

*Contact Lenae if you are interested in chaperoning for either camp or if you need a scholarship. We do not want cost to be the reason someone doesn’t go to camp.

Summer Camp is Here! We are accepting applications for camp scholarships.

Summer camp is a place for experiencing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through recreation, challenge, and reflection. The Pocono Plateau ministry is dedicated to the purpose of making disciples of Jesus Christ.

The camp provides safe, meaningful, and enjoyable experiences in camp and retreat settings that lead people to new and renewed life in Jesus Christ. 

Process for camp scholarship:

·    Complete registration online leaving the church contribution section empty

·    Print the registration form and drop off to church office by June 1. Please note on envelope ‘ATTN: Camp Scholarships’

·    The church will advise family on amount of scholarship by June 15, 2025

·    Church will pay camps directly for the scholarship amount.

·    For scholarship questions specific to your family needs, please contact: Wendy Arnott.

For any scholarship submission process questions, please contact: Karen Condit

Other camps to consider: Innabah, Gretna Glen, and Carson Simpson. 

www.Innabah.org  www.gretnaglen.org  www.csfarm.org

Pastor Sunil's Bible Study

Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:30 am, Room 2

"Love Redefined: 1 John"

April 23 - June 11

Newcomers always welcome!

Email Pastor Sunil for more information.

Praying for our Congregation,

Community, and World

Praise & Thanks: PET scan results, Soup Suppers, foot healing, flowering trees & plants, Logan & Anderson project

Health & Healing: Melissa, Bert, Maria, Richard, Suzanne & Richard, Pam & Denny, Linda, Joe, Paula, Mary Lou, Matt, Steve, Bill & Joyce, Jeff, Gabby, Carol, David, Dan, Lisa, Levi, Bob, Lily, Chris, my son, Paul, Artie, Kathy & Elizabeth, Jim, Andre

Guidance: Closing of Solebury UMC & Preschool, special needs students in CB, Steve, Amy, Julie, family, Nahla & family, peace, Jacob, our country, Chris, Lauren & Isaac, Diane, Kim, Wendy, Myanmar & Thailand, flooding in MS & AL, FMSC, Gaza, The Chosen movies, mental health crises, Erika & family homeless, Ellen, sale of house, President Trump, Cabinet, Congress, Maggie, my sons, environmental issues, Marie & family, Carolyn,Takara & Cody, famine around the world, those serving abroad (including Olivia & Clark), Trustee & Finance Teams

Hospice: Doris, Elaine, Ashley

Grief: Family & Friends of Betty Jones

“Cast all your anxiety on God because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7

~Laurie Lewis and the Congregational Care Team

Busy Bee Toys "Shop for a Cause"

Benefitting DUMC Preschool

Sunday, April 10 - 13, 2025, during store hours

**Bring in the flyer or mention the event during in person or on-line shopping.

Click here for more summer camp details and to sign up!