August 8, 2019
Your weekly news & updates
This week in worship
We are starting a new series that will take us through Labor Day Weekend called “Faith over Fear.” There is no doubt that fear is rampant in our culture today and occupies a large part of our national consciousness. With the most painful and violent stories front and center on our newsfeeds and mass shootings being a real thing that have tragically become our new normal, we have a right to have a certain level of fear. Yet the Bible tells us to “fear not” over and over and over again - how do we do this? We start by looking to our faith in Christ as the foundation for all our interactions with the world. From this perspective God desires to show us a way forward toward a better day. I hope you will join me this Sunday as we start this journey. The Scripture will be Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16

Blessings,
Pastor Steve 
Congregational News
Denver UMC Choir at Camp Meeting
The choir will perform TONIGHT (August 8th) at 7:00 p.m. Don't forget your lawn chair!

Celebration of Life for Gladys McDowell
A Celebration of Life service for Gladys McDowell will be held on Saturday, August 10th at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Reception to follow in the CORC.
JOY Monthly Meeting
JOY group will have their Camp Meeting dinner and gathering Thursday, August 8th  at 6:00 p.m. at the Reynolds' tent #198A. Chicken will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert. We will gather at the Arbor after dinner for music by the DUMC choir and the sermon.
Save the Date
Table Talk dinner and LifeGroups resume September 11th ! Stay tuned for more information!
Welcome New Members
On August 4th we welcomed Dan and Linda Cusack by Profession of Faith. Welcome to the DUMC family!
Church Office Hours
Our church office hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (The office is closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. daily), and the office is closed on Friday’s. If you are in need of pastoral care outside regular office hours, please call (980)247-0033.
Youth
Back to School Prayer Night
Don’t miss a community prayer night on Sunday, August 11th at 6:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center as we cover the upcoming school year, our students, teachers, and families in prayer. Whether you’re in preschool or heading back to college, this night is for you!
Youth Kick Off
Join us on August 18th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center as we kick off the fall semester with games, teaching and fun! Come and meet our new Youth Director, Sandy Askey! Hot dogs and hamburgers will be served .
Discipleship
Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study
Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study will be studying "The Faithful: Heroes from the Old Testament" beginning September 4th at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel. The cost of the book is $15. Please contact Dava Lackey at dava@thelackeys.net with any questions.
Sisters in Prayer Bible Study
This women’s Bible study kicks off a 7-week study of “Discerning The Voice of God” by Priscilla Shirer on September 5th at 6:45 p.m. in the Chapel. Discover the root to clear and daily communication with God - humble obedience. Learn how surrender unlocks His many blessings intended for us, centers us in His will, and helps us discern His voice in everyday life. Register by August 16th by emailing Jo Killian at mamajos04@gmail.com . Workbook cost is $14.00.
Friday Ladies’ Bible Study
This women’s Bible study kicks off a 7-week study of “Discerning The Voice of God” by Priscilla Shirer on September 6th at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel. To order a book contact Sara Lee at gigisaralee@yahoo.com . Childcare available upon request.
Outreach Bible study
In partnership with Heartbeats Women’s Center, various Denver area churches are now offering the “Forgiven and Set Free” Bible study. This confidential and very small group 11 week study is designed specifically to help post abortive women overcome emotional and spiritual difficulties that many face, and move forward in peace, forgiveness, and freedom. Visit http://www.eastlincolnpcc.org/begin-the-healing , or call the Center at 704-489-0708 for more information or to sign up. All communications are confidential. The next studies begin at Denver Baptist on Tuesday, September 3rd from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and at Church at Denver on Friday, September 6th from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Stewardship
Staff Contact Information
Rev. Steve Autrey
Senior Pastor
Rev. Todd McCullough
Associate Pastor
Sandra Askey
Director of Student Ministry
Cortni Bazzle
Director of Children’s Ministry
Brittany Bethel
Director of Worship Arts
Wendi Brooks
Executive Assistant
LeAnn Callahan
Associate Director of Worship Arts
Patti Carr
Office Administrator
Jennifer Ingalls
Director of Pre-K Ministry
Sara Lee
Director of Congregational Care
Karen Ritchie
Facilities Director
Rev. Bill Spencer
Pastor Emeritus
Greg Whisnant
Director of Operations
Cameron Wilson
Business Manager