Included in this issue/Save-the-Date:

• October Mission of the Month: HOPE INTERNATIONAL - Give
• Pastor's Corner (October) - Pastor Paul
• *No Kids' Word, Sunday School, Fusion, or Elevation Sunday, September 29
• Middle School Fall Retreat, Fri., September 27 - Sun., September 29
• Pedals for Progress/Sewing Peace, Sat., Sept. 28, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• 12 Hours of Prayer sign-up, Wednesday, October 2, 7 am - 7 pm
• DUMC Kids' Club, Wednesday, October 2 and 16, 5:30 - 7 pm
• Small Group Leader Training Conference, Sat., Oct. 5, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
• World Communion Sunday, Sunday, October 6
• New Study begins for Wesley Group, Sun., October 6, 9:00 - 10:00 am
• Blessing of the Animals, Sunday, October 6, 3:30 pm
• Breakfast & Blessings small group, Tuesday, October 8, 8:30 am
• Blood Drive (earn a $10 Amazon e-gift card for donating) Tue., Oct. 8, 3 - 8 pm
• The Joy Crew small group, Tuesday, October 8, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
• Pastor Appreciation Day (month of October), Sunday, October 13
• Gianna Lombardi Tribute Meal-Pack, Sunday, October 13, 12:30 pm
• Caring For Friends, Wednesday, October 16, 12:30 pm
• Fall Retreat "What to say to people who are hurting", Sat., Oct. 19, 8:30am - 12pm
• Trunk-or-Treat, Saturday, October 19, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
• Book Group, Sunday, October 27, 4:00 pm
• Wrapping Presence volunteer opportunities available for November
• Financial Report (August 31)
• DUMC Family Directory - see details below

COMING SOON:

• Cluster Charge Conference, Saturday, November 2, 1:00 - 2:15 pm
• Nourish, Saturday, November 2, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
• Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, Sunday, November 3, 5:00 - 7:30 pm
• All-Church Meeting, Sunday, November 10, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
• Discovery Service Projects, Project 2024, see below for details

9:00 am

Uplifting Worship*

Wesley Class

Nursery

*No Fusion

*No Sunday School

  10:10 am

Liturgical Worship*

Nursery

11:11 am

Word & Worship*

Nursery

*No Kids' Word

*No Elevation

*Live broadcast

For links:

DoylestownUMC.com

Pedals for Progress and Sewing Peace

Saturday, September 28, 9 am - 12 pm (Rain or Shine)

*Starting Friday, September 27, between 9 am - 3 pm, bikes and sewing machines can be dropped off to DUMC with a $20 donation.

Pedals for Progress/Sewing Peace, in its continuing effort to recycle unwanted items properly, is having a used bike and sewing machine collection sponsored by Doylestown United Methodist Church.

Anyone with an adult or child’s bicycle in repairable condition is urged to donate their bike to this worthy cause. We do not accept “bikes for parts” or disassembled bikes. We also accept working portable sewing machines and sewing notions (no fabric, please).

Bikes and sewing machines can be dropped off rain or shine: Saturday September 28, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm at Doylestown United Methodist Church, 320 E Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Read more....

Flyer....

Fall Retreat

Saturday, October 19

8:30 am - 12:00 pm, Worship Center

When was the last time you found yourself in a difficult position stuck for the right words? Perhaps a friend shared some tragic news, you were in a receiving line at a funeral, or you walked into a hospital room with sweaty palms to visit someone. This seminar will give you the insight needed for conversations with people who are hurting, whether you are in Starbucks, someone’s home, the hospital, at church, or at a funeral. We will use role-playing examples so you are better equipped for difficult visits. While it is not required, you may want to purchase the book “What To Say To People Who Are Hurting” by Laurie Lewis, from Amazon.

All are welcome! To register, or for any questions, please email Laurie Lewis.

DUMC Family Directory

Are you in the church directory? Do you want to be? If so, please contact the church office at (215) 348-5224 to update your preferences. We do not publish the directory online for privacy reasons, but we do have hard copies available in the church office.

We update the directory as needed and print it quarterly. This is useful for members to stay connected with one another, send a greeting, etc. This is distributed only to members of the congregation and being listed in the directory is completely optional. You are invited to opt in to be included in the next updated version (by default, you will NOT be included, so please indicate your desire to be listed).

Thank you,

DUMC

*Long-time DUMC members Bill, Sarah, and Annie Shoffler are moving. New address: 12 Morgan Terrace, Wellsboro, PA 16901

SUMMARY: Negative Cash Flow for the month with many members giving less or nothing during the month – likely due to vacations. However, DUMC’s expenses do not decline, thus the shortfall. It was a busy summer with the Youth mission trip, VBS, Iron Pigs trip, and Pocono Plateau overnight summer camp, just to mention a few happenings in the life of DUMC. Please continue to support our active DUMC ministries and pray for God’s guidance.

Giving: Income for August was $47K including $2,250 for COG – the special giving request letter sent out to all members. On a YTD basis, income is ($189K) less than budget which is partially offset by the generous special giving of $73K.

Disbursements: Our disbursements for August were $12K less than budget – Note that there is no Connectional Ministry expense as the Administrative Council Board approved withholding this amount from the Conference until DUMC’s finances improve. YTD disbursements are $77K less than budget as we continue to monitor expenses. REJOICE!

Net Cash (Deficit):  We suffered negative cash flow in August of ($29K) and still negative ($82K) YTD.

Please keep DUMC and our finances in your prayers. GOD’S PLANS ARE MORE THAN WE CAN IMAGINE!!

"For what thanksgiving can we return to God for you, for all the joy that we feel for your sake before our God." 1 Thessalonians 3:9

Next Caring for Friends meal assembly:

Wednesday, October 16 at 12:30 pm

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

Tribute Meal-Pack:

Gianna Lombardi

Caring for Friends is holding a special meal-packing event on Sunday, October 13 at 12:30 pm (*new date due to scheduling conflicts for several people who really wanted to attend), in the DUMC kitchen. This event is in honor of our dear friend, Gianna, who was a beloved member of our CFF team. All who want to join us are welcome.

Gianna liked pasta dishes, so as a tribute to her, we will be packing a meatball and pepperoni pasta bake (recipe below), frozen vegetables, and fruit crisp. The peach dump cake recipe is included, but please feel free to use any recipe you like.

Those who would like to participate can email Cindy Biehl.

Recipe....

Doylestown United

Methodist Church

Overholt Hall

320 E. Swamp Road (Route 313)

Doylestown, PA 18901

Tuesday, October 8

3:00 - 8:00 pm

(Click here to earn a $10 Amazon e-gift card)

Click button below or

call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Wrapping Presence

Wrapping Presence is an organization that brings the joy of Christmas into area nursing homes. The residents are given the opportunity to “shop” for holiday gifts for their loved ones, which are wrapped by volunteers. The residents also enjoy delicious cookies and visit with Santa. This is all at no charge to the residents.

DUMC will once again partner with Wrapping Presence to bring the joy of the holidays to Liberty Pointe nursing/rehabilitation facility in Doylestown.

I would like to extend an invitation to everyone to join us in this wonderful mission.

Volunteer opportunities with Wrapping Presence are:

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Project 2024

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Week 1: Sunday, December 29, 2024 – Sunday, January 5, 2025

Week 2: Sunday, January 5, 2025 – Sunday, January 12, 2025

SIGN-UP HERE - Registration was due 9/23, contact Rochelle Reppart to see if you can still join

Project: Build a church/community center

Theme: The Power of Prayer Will Get Us There

Registration: Register by Monday, September 23, 2024

Volunteer Orientation: Sunday, December 1, 2024, 2:00 pm at Doylestown UMC

Accomodations: Volunteers will stay at the Wyndham Garden in Playa

Meals: Meals will be served at a nearby church by Ramon's Chef

Transportation: Private ground transportation

~Basic Insurance provided, additional will be available individually

~Participation Fee $1500 per person ($750 for full-time students)

Includes: Flight from Philadelphia, ground transportation, motel, insurance, T-shirt, tips, and all meals (except travel days)

We invite you to participate in this mission opportunity by:

~ Praying for the project’s success

~ Contributing to the cost of materials

~ Going as a volunteer

Questions? Contact Rochelle Reppart, (269) 470-2804

Discovery Service Projects (click to email)

P.O. Box 172, Pipersville, PA 18947

Volunteers Needed

Would you like to become more involved at DUMC? There are many volunteer opportunities that can take as little as one hour, once a month, once a week, or as needed. All slots are flexible and come with training.

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Music

Join in and share your talents!

We have a plethora of opportunities from novice to skilled vocalists and musicians. There are also occasions when we need chaperones and volunteers to help with props, costumes, and scenery. Interested in participating? Click here for a full list of our musical and volunteer opportunities.

Sanctuary Choir, Youth Choir, Carol Choir & Chapel Choir began in the past 2 weeks, but there's still time to join.

~2024/2025 Choir schedule

~Children's choirs/music

~Adult choirs/music

*Youth Handbells: If you have a child who is interested in joining Youth Handbells, please email Stephanie Hume.

2024 DUMC Small Group Leader Training Conference

Saturday, October 5, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm, Worship Center

WATCH VIDEO | SIGN-UP HERE

Attention all past, present, and future small group leaders:

Are you passionate about leading or supporting a small group, or interested in stepping into this vital role in the future? If so, join us on Saturday, October 5 for DUMC’s Small Group Leader Training Conference!

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The Wesley Class

Adult Bible Study

Sundays, 9:00 - 10:00 am, Room 2

(New study, October 6)

"When You Pray"

by Minter, Hill-Perry, Wilkin, Rothschild, Edwards, McLelland

This study will run through November 10. 11/17 and 11/24 will be a catch up of an earlier study we did from Max Lucado. Then we will begin an Advent Study – to be determined.



Newcomers always welcome!

Email Betsy Bishop for more information.

Unfiltered

Women's Bible Study

Sundays, 6:00 - 7:15 pm, Room 2

"When You Pray" by Minter, Hill-Perry, Wilkin, Rothschild, Edwards, McLelland

New TIME, LOCATION & STUDY

Newcomers always welcome!

Email Wendy Arnott for more information.

The Joy Crew

Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

DUMC Parking Lot

This women's small group gathers to exercise both body and mind, seeking to worship and deepen our relationship with God. We walk together around the parking lot or nearby neighborhoods, discussing and memorizing Bible verses focused on joy. Our goal is to grow closer to one another while drawing nearer to God. All women welcome! To join, email Shelly Mooney.

Breakfast & Blessings

2nd Tuesday of each month, 8:30 am, Room 2 (October 8)

This women's small group gathers for breakfast, fellowship, and support. While it consists primarily of women from the Wesley Class, it is open to all women. Each gathering offers an opportunity for meaningful connection through devotion, sharing life updates, and offering prayer for one another. We warmly welcome others to join us for a time of encouragement, community, and Breakfast & Blessings!

Newcomers always welcome!

Email Karen Lyon for more information.

College & Young Adult Online Small Group

Watch Video

We are working on starting up a small group for college age/young adults that will meet online, Wednesday evenings from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. The reason we are going the online route is so that we all can get together no matter where we are in the world (e.g., college, living out-of-state, or right here in Doylestown, but you don’t want to leave your house). Our meetings will include video-based studies and discussion about topics that are relevant to real life. Adulting is hard, but life is better when we figure it out together. We hope you will check out this group and grow together in the community.

This group will likely begin in September (stay tuned for a start date) and will be led by Prerna BalaEddy and Pastor Paul. Here is a video from Prerna introducing herself and explaining a little more about the group, what we’ll be discussing, and more. If you would like to join us, or if you have any questions, please contact Pastor Paul.

NOURISH

1 Saturday per month, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Worship & Youth Center (November 2)

"Join us as we discuss Jesus’ Beatitudes and how we can live "the good life!"

Sign-up to bring a dish of your choice. Everyone is welcome (childcare provided)! Email Pastor Paul for more information.

Praying for our Congregation,

Community, and World

Praise & Thanks: Cyndi & Dean's 23rd Anniversary, thankful for our Lord, healing, Cliff, guests in worship, growing in faith, Alpha Marriage Course, two friends whose procedures went well

Health & Healing: Janelle, Kim, Kristin, Yana, Lydia, Deanna, Pam, Deane & Don, Angela, Elyiah, Phyllis, Kate, Sean, Ted, Pastor Sunil, Mary, Cathie, Bill, Jean, Cindy, Peter, Noel, Joe, Rob, Pauline, Chris, Char, Leigh, Debbie, Steve, Kathy & Elizabeth, Karen, Jim, Andre

Guidance: Shoffler family, Joe, Sheri, Nanci, James, my struggles, Youth Retreat, peace, a friend, a football dinner at our house, Andrea, Chris, Marie & family, Carolyn, my son, Takara & Cody, Ambre & Christopher, marriage harmony, famine around the world, those serving abroad, the ministries of DUMC

Hospice: Jim Traub, Larry Glass, Mary

Grief: The family & friends of Marcy (Debbie Schultheiss' mom) and Jim 

"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you." Psalm 9:9-10

~Laurie Lewis and the Congregational Care Team

Our Next 12 Hours of Prayer:

Wednesday, October 2

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 15 minutes to praise and thank our amazing God...and bring the needs of our community, our church, and yourself before God's throne.

Watch for a signup link in next week's Connections.