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Included in this issue:
- This Sunday we welcome Rev. Milind Sojwal as our guest preacher
- July 31 is a Sunday you really DO NOT WANT TO MISS!
- Is working with digital media your "thing"? DUMC needs YOU!
- Peach Festival update
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July Worship: God Who Acts in His Church
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Our July worship will continue to focus on the story of God's work as told in the book of Acts. | |
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Pastor Sunil and Praveena are making a quick trip to India for a family wedding, returning on Monday, July 25.
This Sunday we welcome Rev. Milind Sojwal as our guest preacher. Rev. Sojwal has been an ordained pastor since 1991. He most recently served as Rector of an Episcopal Church in Manhattan for 17 years. Rev. Sojwal now works as a Life Coach, bringing his years of pastoral counseling to make a difference in the lives of individuals and couples. He and his wife, Ajung (who is also an Episcopal priest), have been married for 32 years. They live in Hempstead, New York and have two adult daughters.
Rev. Steve McComas is available for pastoral emergencies in Pastor Sunil's absence. During the day, please contact the church office to be put in touch with Pastor McComas. After hours you can reach him by following the prompts on our phone system.
John Bechtel, our Business Administrator, is available for any logistical or administrative issues. He can be reached by calling the church office or at JBechtel@DoylestownUMC.com.
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9:00 am - Contemporary Worship*
Wesley Class
10:10 am - Liturgical Worship*
11:11 am - Word & Worship*
*Live broadcast
For links: DoylestownUMC.com
Sunday School/Anchor and Kids' Word
will return in the fall.
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Special Worship Schedule
for July 31
Be sure to join us for a very special Sunday next week. We've invited the whole community to join us for our pancake breakfast (9:30-11:30), sandwiched between two services.
9:00 am - Liturgical Worship and Hymn Sing with Randall Hartman at the organ
11:00 am - Contemporary Worship led by a combination of musicians from Sounds of Faith and Power of Grace
The pancake breakfast will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, regardless of what service you typically attend, and also give a friendly welcome to our community guests.
It's going to be GREAT! Please join us,
won't you?!!
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Recent worship statistics: Thank you to all who worship with us in person and online. Total attendance, July 17: 274
Online statistics included represent number of views (or households),
not the number of individuals watching.
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For more information about these and other programs of Caring Ministries, please click the link below or contact the Director, Deborah Schultheiss Email: Deborah Schultheiss
Phone: 215-348-5224
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Caregivers' Support Group
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Third Thursdays
2:00 pm in Room 2
Next meeting
Thursday, July 21
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Monday nights
7:00-9:00 pm
Next session
begins September 12
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Thursday nights
7:00-9:00 pm
Next session
begins September 15
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Public Service Announcements | |
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Honestly...we try not to overwhelm your email inbox with messages. However, sometimes the timing of a death and/or service plans does not dovetail well with our normal rhythm of our Connections email.
In order to increase connectivity in the congregation, we will be sending special emails to let you know about funeral plans for DUMC folks whose services are being held at DUMC. We hope this will help to keep you informed and provide support and care for families who lose a loved one.
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Starting July 16, 2022, you can call, text, or chat 988 from anywhere in the United States to be connected to a trained crisis counselor.
988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. That could be:
- Thoughts of suicide
- Mental health or substance use crisis, or
- Any other kind of emotional distress
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People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.
Please share this information with everyone you know.
Click for more info & FAQ
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One quick question....
Once a week....
Some for helpful information....
Some "just for fun"....
Some of us have been part of DUMC for many years--others more recently. We thought it might be fun to see which of the senior pastors you first remember when you became part of the congregation.
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Results of last week's "QOTW"
Thanks to those who participated last week!
What is your favorite memory of summer camp?
- I can't pick one - it was all great! - 25%
- Campfires, roasting marshmallows, making s'mores - 20.8%
- Being out in nature - 20.8%
- Camp songs - 12.5%
- Making new friends - 8.3%
- Crafts - 8.3%
- Boating/canoeing - 4.2%
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Your G.I.F.T.S. Are Needed!
(G.I.F.T.S. = Growing in Faith to Serve)
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Are you gifted with various digital media skills? Are you good with editing, writing or graphic design?
Are you skilled with various computer programs? Do you have expertise in audio/visual/ broadcasting? Or are you a quick learner?
If you have skills and/or interest in any of these or related areas, DUMC could use you in our ministry! Email Pastor Sunil to learn more! (Recommendations of others are also appreciated.)
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Also needed -
people who are gifted in areas of:
- Finance (e.g. accountant, banker, realtor, business administrator or owner, etc.)
- Building and grounds maintenance
- Sales and marketing
- Communion Assistants (1 or 2 people for the entire year; several additional people who are willing to help periodically)
Is God nudging you to use your gifts in any of these areas for the ministry of DUMC? Or do you know someone to recommend? If so, please reach out to Pastor Sunil!
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The Heavens Declare
the Glory of God
Editorial by Gay Brunt Miller
| Have you seen the spectacular images NASA has shared from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWTS)? I gasped out loud when I first saw them. “Stunning” doesn’t begin to capture their magnificence. | | |
Finance Report for the Six Months Ended June 30 | |
God provides!
June was better than expected with the receipt of $25K of special giving which allowed DUMC to nearly achieve breakeven for the month with only a ($7.5K) deficit for the month. However, regular giving was only $46K which is the lowest we’ve seen in a month this year.
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Blood Drive Update
On Tuesday the Red Cross was able to collect 53 lifesaving pints of blood on a goal of 45 pints of blood, exceeding our goal by 8 pints of blood!
Here is a breakdown of the numbers:
- 56 donors registered
- 8 deferrals
- 5 power red donations
- 53 total pints of blood
Thank you to all who helped make this drive such a success! And special thanks to Michelle Camp for coordinating this drive for DUMC!
Click here for info about the next blood drive...
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The Journey
An update
from Randy Hume, Chair,
Mission & Outreach Committee
When we did the Activate training in May, I expected that to give us direction. But that was only the appetizer. We’ve decided to continue the journey with Rev. Sonji Pass and TMS global. They will provide us with monthly coaching and assignments to work on and report back.
The first assignment is an all-church survey, now through August 19.
Read more....
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Heritage Moment:
A Call to Serve
The work to serve others is a calling, heard by many. Methodist Services has a rich 140 plus-year history, engaging people from all walks of life who give time, talent and resources. You are a part of this generous history. We thank you.
Read more...
| Also, see below for info about DUMC's collection of backpacks and school supplies for the children served by Methodist Services. | | |
Current Devotions & Bible Studies | |
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Daily Devotions are BACK!
an encore presentation of the
Book of James
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"Surveying the Bible:
Why it is so important to Read it as One Unit"
Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Taught by Pastor Sunil
Now through August 10
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The Wesley Class
Adult Bible Study
9:00 am Sunday, Room 2
CLICK HERE
to join the class by Zoom!
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Wednesday nights
7:30 pm, Room 10
Current study:
Experiencing God
Contact Ken Kugel for more info: ken.kugel4@gmail.com
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Praying for Our Congregation,
Community, and World
Praise: Temple and Kavai, flower baskets at DUMC
Health & Healing: John, Becky, Grace, Mary, Nancy & Tom, Judie, Jesse, Aubrey, Larry, Stephanie, Audrey, Barb & Keith, Dianne, Jan, a brother, Jon, Felicia, Theresa, Erica, Steve, Betty, Joe, Alison, Arthur, Alexandra, Karen, Tyler, Rick, Ralph, Jason, Ed, Joanna, Sue, Beth, Bernadette
Life Struggles: Jim, Dianne, Barbara, a friend, Kay, George, Julie, Amy, Matt, our country and for peace, Chris, Ukraine, Joe, Kim, Bill, those serving abroad
Hospice: Gordon, Randy, Shirley
Grief: Those who have lost loved ones
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A Prayer Against Bloodthirstiness
By W. David O. Taylor
O Lord, you who abhor the bloodthirsty, rebuke the murderous, we pray, and break the sword of the violent, so that we might witness you as the God of Justice and the Lord of Righteousness under the light of the noonday sun. We pray this in the name of Christ our King. Amen.
Click here for more prayers during a time of violence
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12 Hours of Prayer Reminder
Wednesday, August 3 will be our next 12-hours of prayer. Next week's Connections will include a link where you can sign up for a 15-minute time slot to surround the ministry of DUMC, our community, and our world. Please save a few minutes in your day to be part of this holy work. Pray from wherever you are...even on vacation!
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DUMC’s Annual Peach Festival
Saturday, August 27
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
This year’s Peach Festival will offer plenty of opportunities for fellowship and volunteering, while raising money in support of missions DUMC supports. We will kick off the Peach festival on July 31 when we will begin accepting used book donations for the Used Book Sale and flea market donations for our White Elephant Flea market. Donations and used book sales will take place as they have in the past, throughout the month of August, ending with our final $5.00 a bag fire sale on Saturday, August 27 at 12:00 pm.
Read more....
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Fall Kick-Off
Sunday, September 11
9 am/10:10 am/11:11 am
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DUMC Night Out:
Christian Comedian
Saturday, September 17
6:30 pm
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On September 12, our two adult handbell groups will begin their fall rehearsals.
Summer is a good time for new ringers to come in for a few private sessions to learn some basic bell techniques. Reading music is not a requirement, but it is helpful. So if you are interested in ringing, this is a good time to try it with no pressure. You just might find a new fun activity for yourself.
Read more....
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Help us get the word out! | |
Postcards are available announcing our upcoming events.
Please help us spread the word!
Pick up a few to share with your friends and neighbors!
Available on the counter in the lobby.
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And more exciting events are in the works....
Watch for additional
announcements and information!
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Opportunities to Serve and Engage | |
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DUMC is again collecting backpacks and school supplies for the children served by the Methodist Services in Philadelphia (our July Mission of the Month).
There will be a bin under the carport and containers in the lobby of DUMC through August 8 to collect new backpacks and new school supplies.
Volunteers are also needed to sort and pack supplies on Saturday,
August 13 at 9:00 am.
To volunteer or for more info, please contact Randy Hume:
(215) 996-1562 or rndhume@gmail.com
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More opportunities to
Serve ... Engage ... Connect
- Coffee Fellowship
- Caring for Friends seeks delivery person(s)
- DUMC Book Group
- Pins & Needles
- Next blood drive
- Honoring or remembering someone with altar flowers
Click here for more info!
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Will your child attend morning kindergarten?
The Preschool at DUMC has an afternoon program just for you!
Discovery!
Discovery provides
the complete kindergarten experience
with enrichment activities.
Read More....
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In case you missed it...
Please enjoy a few highlights of our services this past Sunday. Our complete services are available to watch from links on our website: www.DoylestownUMC.com
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"Trust in You"
Sounds of Faith
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"Soli Deo Gloria"
(arr. Keveren)
Earl & Sherri Voorhees
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"Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)" - Power of Grace, with special guest keyboardest, Kavai Sieger | |
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For events coming up in the next month,
Click here!
Your event isn't listed?
Need to reserve a room?
Please call (215) 348-5224
or email Gay Brunt Miller.
Missed something in the last edition of Connections? Click here!
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Save the Dates for These Future Events | |
- Sunday, July 31: Two services and Pancake Breakfast
- Saturday, August 27: Peach Festival
- Sunday, September 11: Fall Kickoff
- Saturday, September 17: DUMC Night Out - Christian Comedian
- Tuesday, October 4: Charge Conference
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Friday-Monday, October 7-10: Feed My Starving Children (9th Annual Central Bucks MobilePack at Delaware Valley University)
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Want to connect with a staff member?
Please feel free to call or email us!
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Pastor Sunil Balasundaram, Sr Pastor
John Bechtel, Business Administrator
Cindy Betancourt, Receptionist
Kristen Bound, Social Media Coordinator
Ken Buckner, Weekend Building Specialist
Mark Charles, Evening Building Specialist
Diana Durbin, Director-Adult Bells
Trevor Foster, AVL Technical Coord
Pastor Paul Georgulis, Pastor of Student Min
Jane Gregoire, Director-Children's Bells
Randall Hartman, Organist
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Beth Houlton, Contemporary Worship Leader
Stephanie Hume, Director of Music
Laurie Lewis, Lay Leader/Min of Visitation
Amanda Mandia, Dir of Children's Min
Emily Mandia, Pro Presenter Designer
Gay Brunt Miller, Admin Assistant
Deborah Schultheiss, Dir/Caring Ministries
Scott Shead, Live Streaming Technician
Laura Siegle, Assistant Dir of Children's Min
Temple Sieger, 11:11 Worship Leader
Sean Smith, Facilities Manager
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Call us - phone: 215-348-5224 (phones are answered M-F, 9 am to 4 pm)
To schedule facilities, please contact Gay Brunt Miller.
Email submissions for Connections
to GMiller@DoylestownUMC.com
by noon on Monday
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Doylestown United Methodist Church
320 East Swamp Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Main number:
215-348-5224
Worship Service Hotline:
267-245-7870
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