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Dido United Methodist Church
March 31, 2022
Weekly News
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Sunday Worship:
10:30 am (In person & online on Facebook)
5570 Dido Hicks Rd. Fort Worth, 76179
www.didoumc.org
didoumchurch@gmail.com
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A Schism in the UMC
Dearest Dido Friends & Family,
You will be hearing and may have already heard in the news that there is a group of United Methodists separating from the United Methodist Church. Due to the current conflict within the United Methodist Church around issues of human sexuality, this faction has decided, rather than to work out their problems within the current United Methodist structure, to form their own church and call it the Global Methodist Church. They have decided to begin this new church on May 1, 2022. I say "they" because I have no relationship with this faction.
Over the years there have been many Methodist churches to schism off what we now call the United Methodist Church for many different reasons. In 1784 what came to be called The United Church of Christ was formed due to a belief that the bishops had too much power in the United Methodist Church at the time. In 1830 the Methodist Protestant Church was formed due to differences in the power structure of the UMC. In 1843 the Wesleyan Methodist Church was formed due to differences over slavery. In 1860 the Free Methodist Church was formed due to differences over Episcopal authority. These churches that chose to leave have been historically smaller and have less influence on behalf of our Savior. I have no reason to believe the new Global Methodist Church will be any different making it less able to make the difference in our world the United Methodist Church is able to make.
It is my preference to follow John Wesley's, the founder of Methodism, understanding of what to do when there is conflict. It is ascribed to him that he once said, “In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; and, in all things, charity.” Wesley, who was faced with the possibility of a church separation in his time also stated, “It is evil in itself to separate ourselves from a body of living Christian, with whom we were before united, is a grievous breach of the law of love. … It is only when our love grows cold, that we can think of separating from our brethren.” It is my belief that we should, rather than proverbially "taking our ball and leaving," work together as a family of United Methodists, as all families should, to come up with a way for so many people with so many differing opinions to get along.
I believe one wonderful thing about the United Methodist Church is that, other than some very important doctrine such as Christ and Him Crucified and on the third day resurrected, we are not a church that tells our congregations what they must believe. We are, in fact, a thinking church full of educated and opinionated individuals who have lively, sometimes heated, discussions. And yet, we come back to the same thing every single time, LOVE! "Love God, Love Neighbor!" is where United Methodists land and that is the main reason why I remain a member of the United Methodist Church.
Please know there is nothing we must do about the forming of this new church because Dido UMC is already a member of the United Methodist Church and, barring the congregation's overwhelming desire to join this new church, which I do not anticipate, I do not plan on holding churchwide discussions about it. You may hear of other churches in our area who choose to join this new faction and you may have questions as to why. I welcome any discussion you may wish to have with me concerning this issue. As always, my door is open.
May the Lord bless and keep you,
Pastor Jana
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A Need for a Motorcycle
Dido UMC supports a United Methodist Church in a small village in Yaukani, Nigeria. Dido has provided the entire village with mosquito nets, helped put their pastor through theology school, and supported the church and village when it experienced a devastating fire. The pastor Jonathon called needing a motorcycle to get to and from the village. He has not yet been able to rebuild the parsonage after the fires and is living in a nearby area with family until his home is rebuilt. Therefore, he needs transportation in the form of a motorcycle. Used motorcycles in Nigeria cost a little over $500. If you would like to give, over and above your regular tithe, to help Jonathon get to and from his church, please mark your giving with "motorcycle." As the need is immediate, this Sunday, April 3 will be the only day we will be collecting funds. Thank you for giving!
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New Adult Sunday School Class Forming
All are invited!
Every Sunday - 9:15 -10:15 - In the Fellowship Hall
Our first study will be taught by Pastor Jana and we'll be reading the Gospel of Mark. Please bring your Bibles and your questions!
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Choir Rehearsals & Performances
New singers are ALWAYS welcome!
Upcoming Easter Rehearsals
Apr. 2, 9, 16
Easter Sunday Performance - April 17
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Easter Carnival at Dido UMC
Saturday, April 9
12-2 pm
Bring the Kiddoes and Come on Out!!
Free Hot Dogs, Chips, Drinks
Free Games (Collect Easter eggs with prizes), bounce house, Kona Ice Truck, Petting Zoo (baby goats!)
Fun for Everyone!
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A Day of Service at Community Link
300 Belmont St., Saginaw 76179
Monday, April 11
8:45 am - 11 am or 11 am - 1 pm or stay the whole time
Each month on the second Monday, beginning in April, anyone, ages 13 and up, is invited to serve at Community Link, our local food pantry. If you are looking for a way to serve your community and make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate, if you're thinking you need to get more involved and spread Jesus' love, here's your chance! We will be sacking groceries, stocking shelves with food, and generally helping as needed.
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Youth & Young Adult Mission Trip
Youth going into 7th grade through Graduating Seniors
Young college age Adults are invited to help lead as well as older adult volunteers
June 27 - July 1
Cost - To Be Decided Soon
We will be staying and eating at Saginaw UMC, taking showers at the local school, worshiping each night, playing games, have a fun day on the beach on that Friday, working with Vacation Bible School if you wish or building wheelchair ramps and helping with various other projects.
If you are interested, please let Pastor Jana know by March 31st!
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New Bible Study!
Church of the Small Things
Wednesdays, 11 am - Noon
FREE Study Guide Available at the church
It doesn’t matter how old we are or what kind of work we do, we’ve all wondered at times, "Does my life really matter?" Do the everyday events and messy moments make any kind of difference? Longing to find significance and meaning in the normal, everyday world?
Embrace what it means to live an abundant and incredibly meaningful life finding beauty and laughter in all the small things right beneath the surface of every moment.
Sessions include:
- Being Faithful in the Small Things
- Created for a Reason (Wednesday, March 30 lesson)
- A Word Fitly Spoken
- Broken Pieces
- Investing in Friendships
- Bigger than You Imagine
On Zoom Each Wednesday (March 9-April 20)
To join in on Zoom please see instructions in this newsletter.
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Volunteers for Children's Church Needed!
Dido will be starting Children's Church on September 19 and continuing each Sunday. Children through 5th grade will be invited. Two volunteers will be needed each Sunday. Training will be offered and the curriculum will be easy to use. If you are interested please let us know so we can get you Ministry Safe and Trained!
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Sign Up to Receive Important Reminders from Dido!
Receive Text reminders and Important Announcements
from Dido UMC!!
Youth Group Reminders: Text @8chk99 to 81010
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Children's Coordinator Needed!
Please let anyone you know who might be interested. Dido is seeking to hire a children's director to begin in late July. Please contact Pastor Jana with questions. Please see the attached Children's Coordinator Job Description.
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Worship at Dido UMC
In-Person! 10:30 am
If you are uncomfortable at all you are of course welcome to watch online also at 10:30 am.
- We encourage everyone age 3 and over to get their Covid-19 vaccines!
- Please be advised most adults of Dido UMC have been vaccinated, but not all.
- Masks are welcome and your choice. If you would like to wear a mask they are available for you in the entryway to the sanctuary.
- Offering plates will not be passed. Please find them at the entrances & exits.
- Please ASK before shaking another person's hand or giving them a hug.
- Hand sanitizer is available.
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Very Important: If you are feeling sick, have a fever, unable to smell or taste, or have any symptoms related to Covid-19 or any other sickness please remain at home and watch online.
Sunday School - 9:15 am (On Zoom and in person. See directions for Zoom below.)
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Your Help is Appreciated!
We continually collect items just inside the entrance to the Fellowship Hall. Please drop your items off and we will take them each week. Thank you in advance for your help!
Here are the items needed:
- Mac n cheese
- Pasta
- Rice
- Beans(canned and dry)
- Kids pastas
- Spaghetti sauce
- Ramen Noodle
- Canned tomatoes
- Cereal
- Canned vegetables
- Plastic shopping bags
Thank you for donating! Keep it up!!
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Thank You for Giving Your Tithes and Offerings!
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In Person: Place your offering in the offering plates at the front or rear of the sanctuary.
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By Check: Please mail your offering to 5570 Dido Hicks Rd., Fort Worth TX 76179!
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By Credit or Debit Card: Use the PayPal button (you do not need to be a PayPal member) on the Give page on the Dido website by clicking this link: www.didoumc.com.
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Through Venmo: @Dido-unitedmethodist, Code:2122
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You're invited to Zoom Online for Sunday School and Bible Study!
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Sunday School - Each Sunday at 9:15 am: Every Sunday at 9:15 am we will have Sunday School in person and online on Zoom. See directions for signing on below...
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Small Group Study - Frequency - Each Wednesday at 11 am on Zoom: See directions for signing on below...
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Directions for Using Zoom Conferencing
Join ID: 896 6318 1305
Password: 400299
Laptop/Desktop with camera and microphone (This is the easiest option.)
ANY Smartphone, Ipad, or device with camera and microphone (next easiest option. You can use your data or wireless connection.)
- Go into your apps store for Iphone or Android Phone and download the FREE "Zoom Cloud Meetings" App. Do this ahead of time!!
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Go into this email, click this link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89663181305?pwd=VUp4YmJSWnRlc2JSNEVkc000ekxWUT09
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You can also enter your meeting ID Number once the Zoom app is running: 896 6318 1305 and password: 400299
- Your app will run automatically and you'll see some pretty faces soon!
Desktop Computer or any device without microphone or camera
So you talk as well as hear: Using any phone, dial any of the numbers below. Long distance charges will apply on home phones. Cell phones: no charge. You'll be prompted to enter the meeting ID: 896 6318 1305 and password: 400299. We won't be able to see you if you don't have a camera, but we can hear you!
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver)
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US
Cell phones & Home phones without cameras work too!
Just dial the number above.
Enter the ID and password above.
Listen to us and talk as well. It works like an old "party line."
Call Pastor Jana with any problems 817 832-6250
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Opportunities to help at Dido
Contact Marianne Wiggins (Worship Chair) 817 939-3422, mwiggins@1scom.net to help:
- Usher/Greet on Sunday mornings
- Read Scripture during worship
- Serve Communion during worship
- Count offering one time per month after worship
Contact Scott Ogden (Trustees Chair) 817 773-7870, 1-5ogden@att.net to help:
- Help with maintenance/repairs at the church or parsonage
Contact Arlene Pearcy (Nurture Chair) 817 874-6717, arlenepearcy@icloud.com to help:
- Work in the kitchen during luncheons
- Send card/letters/emails to visitors/sick
- Prepare coffee/water Sunday mornings
- Bring a Sunday morning breakfast
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Worship Online at 10:30 am on Facebook Live every Sunday!
Simply go to the "Dido United Methodist Church" Facebook Page and click on the live stream in order to participate with us in singing, prayer, and the message.
So we can keep up with who is watching, please comment as it streams.
Did you miss a Sunday? All the videos are archived so you can watch any Sunday even AFTER it's original live streaming. Please remember to hit the share button so others can see it as well!
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Need Prayer? Call or Text Claire
Everyone needs prayer from time to time. Dido invites you to call or text prayer warrior Claire Athy at 682 888-3842 if you are in need of prayer. All prayer concerns are kept confidential.
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Community Link Food Pantry
Gather groceries for those in need. M-Th 9 am-2 pm, F 9 am-12
Effie Center
After School program for teens, mentoring, and fix cars for those in need
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Saginaw Animal Shelter
Walk animals, clean cages, bathe, help with adoptions (18 or older)
Samaritan House
Our church cooks and serves dinner quarterly to this home for AIDS victims and homeless in Fort Worth. Email Chris Landmon to let her know you would like to help!
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- Mike Todd
- Katy Ebert
- Rick Landmon
- Gloria Mills
- Jenny Whitley
- Lisa Mellott
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