Included in this issue (this week):

• December Mission of the Month: CSSH Code Blue - Give
• Pastor's Corner (December)
• No Sunday School, Anchor, Fusion on Sunday, November 30
• Advent Worship (Candle Lighters SIGN UP), Sunday, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 24
• Thanks-Giving gift card collection, due Sunday, November 30
• CSSH Code Blue Orientation Meeting, Sunday, November 30, 1:00 pm
• Book Group, Sunday, November 30, 3:00 pm
• Giving Tuesday, Tuesday, December 2
• *Special Church Conference, Tuesday, December 2, 6:00 pm
• 12 Hours of Prayer, Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
• Doylestown Area FISH Volunteer Night, Wednesday, December 3, 6:00 pm
• CSSH Code Blue Volunteer training, Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 pm
• Gentle Christian Yoga, Thursday, December 4, 6:00 pm
• Preschool gift collection for Christ's Home, Friday, December 5
• A Woman's Place holiday party donations, due Friday, December 5
• Parents' Night Out (flyer, register HERE), Friday, December 5, 5:00 - 8:30 pm
• Giving Tree gifts, due Sunday, December 7
• Youth Christmas Service Project, Sunday, December 7, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
• Poinsettias available for order, due Sunday, December 14
• Preschool Cookie Kit Fundraiser (flyer, order HERE), due Monday, December 15
• Blood Drive, Tuesday, December 16, 3:00 - 8:00 pm 
• Greeters needed
• Members in the Mission Field
• Tent and Sleeping Bag Collection
• Local food pantries need help
• SNAP Benefits Assistance
• Harvest Home Sunday Thank you and DUMC Playerz video
• Preschool News: November/December calendar
• Financial Report (October 31)
• Joined the Church Triumphant - Richard Seidel

9:00 am

Uplifting Worship

Wesley Class

Nursery

No Sunday School / Anchor

No Fusion

  10:10 am

Liturgical Worship*

Nursery

11:11 am

Word & Worship*

Nursery

Kids' Word (1st & 3rd Sundays)

*Live broadcast

For links:

DoylestownUMC.com

Special Church Conference

Tuesday, December 2

6:00 pm, Worship Center

• Vote on the Covenant

NURSERY CARE

Nursery care available for children 0-5 years old on Sundays from 8:50 am - 12:15 pm.

*Nursery staff and volunteers are “Safe Sanctuary” certified; this policy includes all required state and federal background checks.

Light the Advent Candles -

Volunteers Needed!

Families or groups of friends are invited to participate at each service between Sunday, November 30 and Wednesday, December 24. This opportunity includes lighting the candle(s) and reading the Advent liturgy.

Please sign up on the clipboard in the lobby, call the church office (215-348-5224), or CLICK HERE to volunteer.

Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, December 2

Enhancing our future through our Youth and Children's Programs

Giving Tuesday is a special day designated to remind everyone to stop, appreciate, and give thanks during the holiday season. While you may direct your gift to any area at Doylestown United Methodist Church that interests you, we are asking everyone to help support our Youth and Children’s programs to help strengthen the future of our church community.

I hope you will join me in making a special gift to support these essential programs for our young church members.

Click to give on SUBSPLASH or VENMO.

Thank you in advance for making a vital difference in the future of our church.

Allen Mason (Click to email)

Stewardship & Kingdom Growth Committee

Gentle Christian Yoga

Thursday, December 4

6:00 pm, Room 2

Join us for a Gentle Yoga class that blends wellness and spiritual growth. This 1-hour class is open to all levels, whether you're a seasoned yogi or just beginning your practice. In this unique experience, we'll gently flow through traditional yoga poses and breathwork, while incorporating Christian prayers, Scripture readings, and reflections on faith. You'll leave feeling grounded and with a deeper sense of peace. Bring a mat and water. Any questions can be directed to the instructor, Theresa Steltzer (Bio), BS, MBA, RYT-500. We look forward to seeing you on your mat!

Greeters Needed

Are you friendly?

As a welcoming church, we want people to feel that hospitality when they arrive. We are looking for friendly people to serve as greeters on Sundays before each worship service. Simply arrive 15 minutes early, stand at the main door, and welcome those who arrive for worship. Training will be provided.

Please contact Laurie Lewis.

Members in the Mission Field

DUMC is sharing a little love with our church community. In the next couple of weeks, you may find a note or small gift on your car. Please don’t be alarmed! We simply wanted to remind you that you are seen, loved, and a valuable part of our church family.

Christmas Poinsettias

Would you like to help beautify our sanctuary for Christmas Eve? You may purchase Poinsettias to help create the spectacular Poinsettia tree that adorns the front of the sanctuary.

 $15/Poinsettia (all red)

Orders due by Sunday, December 14

Mail check or deliver cash/check in person to DUMC after filling out the order form online. Please note "Poinsettias" on the envelope and check. Order forms are also available in the church lobby.

Click here for more details and to place order.

Christmas Eve Candlelight

Worship Services

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

*4:00 pm - Liturgical Worship Service*

(Sanctuary)

*5:30 pm - Word and Worship*

(Worship & Youth Center) with Power of Grace 

*7:00 pm - Uplifting Worship Service*

(Sanctuary) with Sounds of Faith



9:00 pm - Liturgical Worship Service

(Sanctuary) with Communion

*Nursery and Live Broadcast available. Recordings will be available on demand one hour after they end.

Income: Income for October was $57K. YTD, we are behind budget by ($278K).

Disbursements: October disbursements were lower than expected. YTD, our disbursements are $35K less than budget since staffing costs & trustee expenses have remained under budget – Thank you to the leadership team for a great job!

Net Cash (Deficit): The net cash deficit for October was ($31K), contributing to a year-to-date negative cash flow of ($252K).

Please remain faithful in your financial commitment to DUMC as we remain faithful to God’s plan. AMEN!

“May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13

CB CODE BLUE Volunteer Orientation Sunday, November 30, 1:00 pm

Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian, Auditorium

This year’s Central Bucks Code Blue season is starting this Monday, December 1 (less than one week!).

New volunteers, we have orientation meetings at each host site church as we move through the season. This is for the purpose of giving volunteers a chance to see the site, learn where doors are located, how the kitchen works, where to find supplies etc., with a time to ask questions and get familiar with our setup.

Seasoned volunteers, feel free to come as well if interested and available as we will also talk about any new considerations for this upcoming season.

Please join us for our Orientation Meeting at Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church (1401 Meetinghouse Road, Warminster) this Sunday, November 30 at 1:00 pm in the auditorium. No RSVP needed.

We look forward to seeing you!

Code Blue Shelter Volunteer Training

Coalition to Shelter & Support the Homeless (CSSH)

Become a Code Blue Shelter volunteer this winter. Help transport and shelter adults in Central Bucks on cold winter nights. TRAINING IS REQUIRED and available online, or in person on Wed., 12/3, and Sat., 1/10/26; SIGN-UP HERE. Additional Information can be found on the FLYER (also located in the Lobby). Questions? Email Rhelda Richards.

Thanks-Giving

Gift card donations

Help others have a

blessed Christmas by purchasing

$25 gift cards to

Target * Walmart * Giant * ACME * Amazon

benefiting

Bucks County Housing Group &

Lenape Valley Foundation

Watch for the Thanks-Giving sign in the lobby and place gift cards in the box. Donations appreciated by Sunday, November 30.

Doylestown Area FISH Volunteer Night

Wednesday, December 3, 6:00 pm

Doylestown Borough Hall, Conference Room

If you or someone you know is available or interested in volunteering or learning to volunteer, please contact Marijane Harris at (215) 348-7172.

A Woman's Place Holiday Party

Donations Needed!

As in previous years, DUMC will be collecting for clients of A Woman's Place (AWP) Holiday Party. Click the link below to learn more details. Donations appreciated by Friday, December 5.

AWP has provided the community free, private, confidential, and comprehensive shelter, service, support, advocacy, outreach, training, and education for victims of domestic violence and their children for 49 years.

Read more....

GIVING TREE

The Giving Tree has sprouted in the lobby for our annual collection of children’s gifts for Methodist Services. Help us trim the tree by taking a tag (click here for details) and purchasing a gift for the child’s age that is indicated. Gifts should be returned unwrapped by Sunday, December 7. *Donations of wrapping paper and bags are also encouraged.

Next Caring for Friends meal assembly:

Wednesday, December 10 at 12:45 pm

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

The Christmas Cookie Walk (Sale)

Sunday, December 14

1:00 - 4:00 pm

Proceeds will go to help support Community Meal donations through our hospitality fund. SIGN UP to donate 5 - 6 dozen Christmas cookies for our Cookie Sale!

Cookie Donation drop off times:

·   Friday, December 12, between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm

·   Saturday, December 13, between 4:00 and 7:00 pm

·   Sunday, December 14, by 12:00 pm

For more information, contact Shelly Mooney.

*All are welcome to come support our fabulous kids at the Christmas Musical while you stock up on lots of delicious cookies! 

Doylestown United

Methodist Church

Overholt Hall

320 E. Swamp Road (Route 313)

Doylestown, PA 18901

Tuesday, December 16

3:00 - 8:00 pm

Click button below or

call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Tent and Sleeping Bag Collection

Please consider donating tents and sleeping bags to The Synergy Project (Bucks County). Drop off is at Doylestown United Methodist Church (the 2nd coat closet in the lobby). Gift cards to supermarkets, Wawa, and gas cards, as well as anything food-related would also be appreciated. Young kids are not being placed in tents and sleeping bags, but there is a waitlist at the shelter and for other things needed. Please reach out to Robert “Woody” Wood at (215) 990-3962 if you are able to help or would like to learn more about other ways to get involved. Woody is the Street Outreach Coordinator for The Synergy Project Bucks County, which is a Valley Youth House Street Outreach Program.

Local Food Pantries Need Your Support

Bucks County Housing Group food pantries need our help. Supplies are low and need is high.

How can you help? Place food in the grocery cart located in the DUMC Lobby or the bin outside of the church. You can also donate directly via their Amazon list.

Read about what we do at DUMC and how you can help, click here....

SNAP Benefits Assistance

If you or someone you know is on SNAP, please give them the information below. SNAP benefits (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, formerly food stamps) has been frozen as of Saturday, November 1 due to the government shutdown. Doylestown Area FISH offers food assistance to their callers. There are about 40,000+ (6.3%) people in Bucks County who receive SNAP benefits. Given all of this, Doylestown Area FISH has pulled $10,000 from their endowment to purchase grocery gift cards to give to Bucks County residents who are in need. As of Monday, November 3, Bucks County Residents can go to the HUB (in the County Administrative building) or set up an appointment with the HELP Center (215) 949-1660 to receive cards. If individuals are unable to get to the HUB during business hours, they can call the Doylestown Area FISH at (215) 348-7172 and they will determine ways to get them assistance.

For those able to help, donations can be made through Doylestown Area FISH website, via PayPal, or mailed to Doylestown Area FISH, P.O. Box#196, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Harvest Home Sunday -Thank you!

To our DUMC family and friends, thank you for your very generous response to the Harvest Home Sunday appeal to support our community! 30 boxes (about 800 pounds) of food were collected for these food pantries: New Britain Food Pantry, Jesus Focus Ministry and Doylestown Food Pantry. What makes Harvest Home Sunday special is the offering of fresh produce along with nonperishable items. Additionally, the Missions Committee was able to provide gift cards to add to the food donations.

Many thanks, again, from the Missions Committee, for your great willingness to lend a hand to those in need.

Praying for our Congregation,

Community, and World

Praise & Thanks: Wonderful 2025, all of our blessings, gathering of family & friends, praise for Alpha Marriage Course, no cancer on pathology, Thanksgiving, Community Meal, welcoming guests, Carolyn has a home

Health & Healing: Karen, Kim, Dennis, those with mental illness, Kelly, Mike, Melissa, June, Cathy, Jeannine, Michele, Jim, Brett, Jess, Kris, Linda, keep children healthy, Amalia, Aubrey, Brianne, Mark, Artie, Cheryl, Steve, Brenda, Gabby, domestic violence injuries, Matt, Al, Jesse & Shane, Greg, Bob, Judy, Ann, Jenna, Marie, Cathie, Rosie, Eileen, Lance, close relative, Marion, Donna, Wendy, Takara & Cody, Ambre, Paula, Kathy & Elizabeth, Jim, Andre

Guidance: Nigerian Christians, settle my mind, Lindsey, Megan, Grant, Hugh & Dana, Kristiana, Lenae, Elizabeth, safe travels, Sue, Basil & Peter, our country, family, Colleen & Bob, Matt, Chris, our sons, Julie & Amy, Christopher, famine around the world, those serving abroad, our worship teams, Olivia, Clark

Hospice: Cliff, Uncle Bob, Deb

Grief: Family & friends of James Allen Jordan (Allison Foster's Dad), Noah Patrick Miller; Erin, Travis, Susan, Jack, Jamie, Marissa; family & friends of Dick Seidel

"'If you can?' said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes." — Mark 9:23

*These prayer requests reflect the prayer cards submitted and not the opinions of the prayer team.

~Laurie Lewis and the Congregational Care Team

With gratitude, we remember

Richard "Dick" Seidel

October 9, 1930 - November 19, 2025

Please remember Dick's family and friends in your prayers as they grieve his loss.

Celebration of Life:

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Service: 11:00 am

Whitemarsh Wayside Chapel

Our Next 12 Hours of Prayer:

Wednesday, December 3

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

 

Take a few minutes from the hectic pace of life to slow down...breathe...and be part of our next 12 Hours of Prayer event. Join with your DUMC sisters and brothers to form a continuous 12-hour chain of prayer. Take an intentional 10 minutes to praise and thank our amazing God...and bring the needs of our community, our church, and yourself before God's throne.

Sign up now to tap into the power of prayer. See what God wants to do in, through, and among you!