Included in this issue (this week):

• October Mission of the Month: HOPE INTERNATIONAL - Give | Watch
• October is Pastor Appreciation Month
• Discipleship Leadership Training, Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Pastor Appreciation Day, Sunday, October 12
• Alpha Marriage Course, Sunday, October 12 (7 weeks), 1:00 - 2:30 pm
• Required Minimum Distribution Meeting, Sunday, October 12, 3:00 pm
• Youth Mission Trip Meeting, Sunday, October 12, 5:30 pm
• Caring for Friends, Wednesday, October 15, 12:45 pm
• Kids' Club, Wednesday, October 15, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
• High School Fall Trip (registration/volunteers), due Friday, October 17
• Men's Breakfast, Saturday, October 18, 8:00 am
• Children's Christmas Musical Auditions, Saturday, October 18, 9:00 am
• Blessing Bags donation list, due Sunday, October 19
• CHURCH CONFERENCE, Wednesday, October 22, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
• Rx Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, October 25, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Presentation to the Ministry, Sunday, October 26, all 3 services
• Celebration of Music, Sunday, October 26, 4:00 pm
• DONATIONS NEEDED - Youth Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, Sun., Nov. 2, 5 - 7 pm
• Handbell volunteer details
• Church Library
• Thank yous and recaps - Karaoke Night, DSP Honor Project, Blessing of the Animals, Blood Drive, and Middle School Fall Retreat
• Youth Mission Trip video
• Fire Safety month at Preschool
• Staff Snapshot: Brianna Beall
• Financial Report (August 31)

9:00 am

Uplifting Worship

Wesley Class

Nursery

Sunday School

Anchor

Fusion

Elevation

  10:10 am

Liturgical Worship*

Nursery

11:11 am

Word & Worship*

Nursery

Kids' Word (1st & 3rd Sundays)

*Live broadcast

For links:

DoylestownUMC.com

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.

Discipleship Leadership Training

(half-day retreat)

Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUMC Worship Center

You are invited to join us for a special discipleship training with Rev. Gina Yeske, a United Methodist facilitator from the Greater New Jersey Conference. Together, we’ll explore what it means to grow as Christ-followers, define discipleship, identify signs of spiritual maturity, and consider how our church’s programs align with this vision. A light breakfast, coffee, and lunch will be provided—please indicate any dietary restrictions when signing up. Please SIGN UP HERE.

Come ready to engage with other invested leaders as we seek God’s direction for DUMC’s future. A brief pre-retreat assignment will help us prepare for this important day.

“The Alpha Marriage Course”

Begins Sunday, October 12

1:00 - 2:30 pm, Room 22

SIGN-UP HERE

This 7-week course is designed for couples of all ages to help them build, strengthen, and continue growing their marriage. Couples will be equipped with tools to build a healthy marriage, strengthen their connection, or restore it if it has been lost. Watch this brief introduction to the course: Intro Video

There is no cost for attending this course; however, each participant is required to have their own journal. DUMC has purchased these journals and asks that participants pay for them once the course starts. The cost of the journal is $10. If the cost of the journal is a hardship, please let Pastor Sunil know, and we will gladly provide one for you. We don’t want finances to prevent anyone from participating in this vital course.

Required Minimum Distribution Meeting

Sunday, October 12, 3:00 pm

DUMC Worship Center

Do you expect to receive a distribution from your IRA or 401K plan this year?

Have you inherited an IRA or 401K plan?

Are you concerned about the tax effect of a required distribution?

For these and other questions, please join us. For more details, contact Bob Sanville at (215) 803-7882.

Men's Breakfast

Saturday, October 18

8:00 am, Overholt Hall

We have these breakfasts the 3rd Saturday of each month. If you have any questions or if you would like to RSVP, please contact Pastor Sunil. 

Interested in Handbells?

The Adult Handbell Ensemble and Adult Handbell Choir have rung in the new season. If you have rung bells in the past, or think you might like to try it, please contact one of the ringers or the director, Diana Durbin, (215) 801-0953. It is a fun activity for people who love making music.

The Ensemble meets at 6:30 pm, and the Choir at 7:30 pm on Monday nights, from the second week in September through the second week in May. Both groups ring in worship on the second Sunday every month, and for special occasions. Our membership spans all 3 worship services, and everyone is welcome.

Discover Our Church Library

Rooms 14 & 15

Did you know our church has a library filled with Bibles, Bible study courses, and spiritual books to help you grow in faith? Many in our congregation aren’t aware that this resource is available, and we invite you to stop by and explore it for yourself. To make the library even more welcoming, we are in need of a bookshelf donation. If you have a gently used bookshelf you’d like to donate, please email

John Benson. Your donation will help us better organize and share these spiritual resources with our church family.

Thank you for your generosity!

2025 Middle School Fall Retreat Recap

A few weekends ago (9/26-9/28), the youth went on their annual Middle School Retreat, called Breakaway. This year, we took 10 youth and 4 adults. While we were there, we had a great time playing pool and ping-pong together and even got to fly in the sky on the zip line and rope swing! We also got to enjoy high-energy, Spirit-filled worship and impactful, life-changing messages. These trips continue to be vital to the spiritual formation of our young people, helping them grow deeper in their relationships with one another and with Christ. We can't wait to see how God continues to work in and through the lives of our young people!

Thank you! - Karaoke Night

This past Friday, DUMC hosted our 2nd Karaoke Night. This was just as much fun as our previous one, and we hope to host another in March or April of 2026.

A special thank you to Laurie Lewis, Lenae Baldwin, and Wendy Arnott for your hard work in making this event such a success. An extra big thank you to Melissa Copestake as our MC!

DSP Honor Project - Thank you!

Thank you to all who helped restore Mt.Gilead Community Church in preparation for the Buckingham 325 Celebration. Because of your hard work and dedication, we were able to paint the inside of the church, seal coat the outside, make repairs to the masonry, basement door, and more. The church is ready for our neighbors to visit and learn about this historic stop on the Underground Railroad.

Twenty-five hearty souls from Discovery Service Projects, the LIGHT Youth Ministry from Upper Darby, friends, and neighbors worked last Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Special thanks to Erling Salvesen for organizing and preparing for the work day.

*Mark your calendar - Mt. Gilead is having an open house on Sunday, November 9 at 1:00 pm.

If you would like to be a part of Discovery Service Projects' upcoming events, please contact Erling Salvesen at (267) 663-4282.

Again, thank you for your support,

The Board of Discovery Service Projects and LIGHT Youth Ministry       

Blessing of the Animals

DUMC's Blessing of the Animals took place on Sunday, October 5. Pastor Sunil blessed 4 animals in total. Thank you to everyone who came out to witness God's and the Church's love, care, and concern for creation.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, October 25

10:00 am - 2:00 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.

We collect prescription medications, over-the-counter, and pet medications, vitamins, vaping products, and more. Plus, select sites throughout the county will be collecting medications and sharps. Please see the flyer for locations and 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.

Income: Income for August was the second lowest of the year at $49K. YTD, we are behind budget by ($220K).

Disbursements: August disbursements were lower than expected. YTD, our disbursements are $29K less than budget since staffing costs & trustee expenses have remained under budget – REJOICE!

Net Cash (Deficit): There was a deficit of ($34K) for the month of August, adding to the YTD negative cash flow of ($180K).

DUMC experienced a very busy summer with youth and children's activities and a successful Peach Festival, which collected more than $9,300. The many hands working behind the scenes to fulfill God’s mission for DUMC are truly a blessing as we remain faithful to God’s plan for DUMC. AMEN!

“Be strong and steady, always abounding in the Lord’s work…. nothing you do for the Lord is ever wasted.” — I Corinthians 15:58

Next Caring for Friends meal assembly:

Wednesday, October 15 at 12:45 pm

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

October 7 Blood Drive

Thank you to all who helped make the October 7 blood drive a success. Through your generosity, the Red Cross was able to collect 42 life-saving pints of blood (their goal was 45), including 6 power red donations (these count as 2 donations each). 53 donors registered, with 6 deferrals (donors who were not eligible to donate at the time for their own safety and that of the recipients).

DUMC will host its next blood drive on

Tuesday, December 16 from 3:00 - 8:00 pm.

Thank you again for your continued support in this life-saving mission! 

~Sue Holihan, Lisa Pitts, Kaitlyn Guldin & Rosemarie Fabiano

Click button below or call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Blessing Bags

Donations due Sunday, October 19

We are collecting donations for Blessing Bags to support those in our community who are in need. Each bag will be filled with everyday essentials such as toiletries, snacks, water, socks, and other small items that bring comfort and care. Your generosity helps us share God’s love in a practical way. Please consider donating items or contributing toward the cost of supplies—every gift makes a difference! The DUMC Children and Youth will be putting together the Blessing Bags on Sunday, October 26. Please contact Wendy Arnott with any questions.

For list of donations, click HERE. Monetary donations can be given in Subsplash under "Blessing Bags".

Come join us for a fun-filled weekend in Washington, D.C. Youth in grades 9 - 12 are encouraged to attend. Click HERE for more information. Click on the image to register by Friday, October 17. Male volunteers needed-click here!

DONATIONS NEEDED

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Sunday, November 2, 5:00 - 7:00 pm

As most of you know, each year our students put on a Spaghetti Dinner to raise funds for their summer Mission Trip. Next summer, we will be going to Belle, West Virginia. This year’s Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will take place on Sunday, November 2.

To make this Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser as financially successful as possible for our students, we are asking for donations of all of the ingredients and supplies that we will need. This is where you come in…if you feel inclined to help us out, please feel free to purchase and donate items we have listed on a SignUpGenius.

Sign Up To Assist or Teach Fusion

Are you passionate about guiding and encouraging young people in their faith? Our Youth Sunday School (FUSION) is looking for teachers and assistants to join our team!

Whether you love leading lessons, supporting activities, or simply helping create a welcoming space for our youth, there’s a role for you. No prior experience is required—just a heart for mentoring and sharing God’s love.

DUMC New Member Half-Day Retreat

*Sign up due Monday, October 20

Saturday, November 1

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).

Praying for our Congregation,

Community, and World

Praise & Thanks: Your prayers, Dominic, Youth testimonies, Karaoke Night, Lenae's sermon, Lauren & Jonathan's Anniversary, Blessing Of The Animals

Health & Healing: John, Sydney, Cathie, Cliff, Tom, Charlotte, Courtney & Altay, Kristiana, Greg, Bert, Tom, Nathan, Samuel, Jeannine, Alex, Bill, John, Trevor, Cindy, Maggie, Carole, Ann, Lauren, Fred, Stan, Lola, Artie, Sara, Donna, Linda, Wendy, Takara & Cody, Kathy & Elizabeth, Jim, Andre, Amber

Guidance: Lisa, Cliff, Judeo-Christian values, Ethan, more listening & less talking, Reese, cousin, Michael, my children, Harper, peace in America, oil spill, Scott, Government shutdown, our sons, Carolyn, Christopher, famine, those serving abroad, Olivia, Clark, Youth Ministry & Volunteers

Hospice: Betty, Jackie, OG, Deb & Charlene, Ed, Lisa

Grief: Family & friends of MaryBeth Snyder; Sue, Karen

"Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful." — Hebrews 10:23

The prayers reflect the prayer cards submitted and not the opinions of the prayer team.

~Laurie Lewis and the Congregational Care Team