July 21 , 2017
Dadeville First United Methodist Church
Weekly Newsletter
P. O. Box 305 / 140 West Lafayette Street
Dadeville, AL  36853    
(256) 825-4404  
office@dadevillefumc.org
Those Who Serve
Sunday, July 23th

Ushers / Greeters:  Robin Burson, Jeff & Kathy Brown, and Roy & Patti Richardson

Counters:  Mitchell Caldwell & Phil Keown

Acolytes:  Marlie & Macie Pounds
Prayer Requests
Please pray for these people during the week:
Mary Banks
Mondine Foshee
Mary Davis
Martha Jo Jones
James Monroe
Lindsay Kane
Tom & Jean Royston
Buddy & Jean Davis
Bob & India Hamby
Thank You
Thank you to all the church members who have made our first few weeks here in Dadeville and at DFUMC special and memorable.  Your kind words, visits, meals, and gifts have been a blessing to us.  We look forward to a bright future and anticipate many opportunities for fun and fellowship as we celebrate God’s love!                       Bro. Michael & Pam

Prime Timers
Tuesday, July 25th at 2:00 PM
Community Room

Benefit Concert
Thursday, July 27th at 7:00 PM
Benjamin Russell High School Auditorium
Loaves & Fishes and Crisis Center Appreciation To Our Community, featuring The Carolina Boys Quartet
Admission: One non-perishable food item

Volunteers are needed to help collect and load the food.  Email cdtaunt@gmail.com to volunteer.

Family Movie Night
Sunday, July 30th at 8:00 PM
Church Lawn
Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy a movie on the church lawn with funnel cakes and popcorn.
Ice Cream Social / Praise & Worship
Sunday, August 6th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Home of Mark & Lydia Staples
1595 Beri Barfield Drive, Dadeville 
We will enjoy homemade ice cream, followed Praise & Worship! This is a church wide event so bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs and be prepared to be blessed!

Back to School Bash
Sunday, August 6th from 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Church Lawn
Children come dressed in swimming apparel and bring a friend and a towel.
Women's Bible Studies
Laura Daniel & Dana Harrelson
Sunday, August 6th for 7 weeks
4:00 PM    Church Parlor
This Bible study is for women of all ages.  It is "Discerning the Voice of God" by Priscilla Shirer.  Books are $10.00.
              Having a hard time knowing what God is saying versus what others are saying? This Bible study is designed to help participants know the voice of God: His language, character, and tone of voice. By growing closer to God through His Word, participants will be able to discern God's voice from the voice of strangers.

Barbara Cunningham
Tuesday, September 12th then 1st Tuesday of every month through March
10:00 AM    Church Parlor
We will be sharing together Sharon Jaynes' book, "Take Hold of the Faith you Long for"...Let Go, Move Forward, Live Bold.  Books are $9.13.
          God is the path to living boldly, bravely, and beautifully and we are challenged to let go of our weaknesses and trade them for God's strengths.  The book is filled with biblical depth, relatable stories, and practical strategies.  It is a declaration of truth and freedom for every battle-worn believer. Each chapter has a Bible Study Guide intended to take you deeper into God's Word to discover more about how to take hold of the faith you long for. 


Sunday School Studies for Adults
 Check out the Latest Studies in our Sunday School Classes!

Young & Restless – Wanda Ryals
Sundays 9:30 AM        
Third floor to the left at the end of the hall
This class is studying “The Case for Christ” by Lee Strobel
          If you were a journalist, how would you investigate the top story in human history? Join the award-winning former legal editor of the  Chicago Tribune  as he cross-examines top scholars to uncover incontestable evidence supporting Jesus' claims. Includes updated archaeological material, an interview with Strobel, and more. A powerful defense of the Christian faith! 

Spares & Pairs – Jerry Bynum
Sundays 9:30 AM        Young Adults
Third floor to the right
This class is studying the series “Revival” by Adam Hamilton.
              After feeling his heart "strangely warmed" by God, John Wesley ignited a firestorm of revival in England and America. Inviting you to embark on a 6-week journey through England, Adam Hamilton retraces Wesley's footsteps to show how his teaching defines our faith, shapes our heritage, and challenges us to rediscover our spiritual passion.

New Beginnings – Phillip Baker
Sundays 9:30 AM         Fellowship Hall
This class uses the Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies.
              Used by hundreds of thousands of people weekly, this popular adult curriculum is based on the Uniform Series, which enables Christians across the globe to study the same Scriptures and topics on the same Sundays throughout the year.

Jenny Vinson – Kathy Westbrook & Mitchell Caldwell
Sundays 9:30 AM         Church Parlor
This class uses the Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies.
              Used by hundreds of thousands of people weekly, this popular adult curriculum is based on the Uniform Series, which enables Christians across the globe to study the same Scriptures and topics on the same Sundays throughout the year.
Church Financial Report
 2017                      June               Year to Date Income             15,906.32             96,570.05 Expenses         22, 883.60          113,009.95

Online Giving

Interested in Giving Online?


You can use a credit card, debit card, or checking account.  Simply visit our website www.dadevillefumc.org.

Click on “More”, then “Give.”


You can make a single donation by entering the amount in the “My Online Donation” box, then click “Go.”


If you prefer to register, then click the “View Donor Portal” at the bottom of the “My Online Donation” box.  Then click “First Time?” for New User Registration.


The Church does keep records of your online giving and will mail out financial statements the first of the year for your tax records.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call the church office at (256) 825-4404.
Birthdays
07/21  Cole Daniel
07/27 Philip Baker
07/28 Wanda Ryals
Anniversaries
07/25  Claude & Leigh Layfield
Community Bulletin Board
Lawn, Tree, and Handyman
Call Andy (256) 794-4625

Senior Home Companion
Will assist with bathing, feeding, and going to bathroom
References upon request
Call Amy Yerkey (334) 275-5152

Dadeville's 1st Soap Box Derby Race
Race Day August 19th at 1:00 PM
Contact Marrell Ward (256) 496-0339 for registration forms, releases, rules, and more information.  Sponsors needed!

If you would like to add an event, service, etc., to our Board, please bring your flyer to the church office for placement on the board in the office and to be included here in the weekly newsletter.  Items will remain posted for 6 weeks.
Our Vision:  In God's love we will grow, share,
raise up servant leaders, and change the world!