Our mission: to be a sign of Christ’s love for the world.
GATHER!
Here are the ways we worship together.

How wonderful to worship together in our sanctuary! 
Let us be mindful to the needs of those around us.

Out of love & safety for our youngest & most vulnerable, and due to the rise in Covid-19 cases,
ALL worshipers are to wear masks while in the sanctuary.

As Matthew 7:12 says, "Treat others as you would want to be treated."
Thank you for living in Christian love with one another!

Worship Schedule
10am in the Sanctuary or on Facebook Live.

This week’s scripture lesson is:
Luke 1: 26-38, 46-55

Missed Church on Sunday? Want to hear the sermon again? Check out any sermons you missed here!
The Journey: Don't Stop Believing
Join us for worship this Sunday as we continue learning about the journey to the manger and those who traveled this path in the Advent Sermon Series, Don't Stop Believing: The Journey
Music at Dilworth
We will continue to have our weekly Chancel Choir rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary. All are welcome! If you have any questions or would like additional information please contact our Director of Music, Zach Thompson at: zach.thompson@dilworthchurch.org
If you are interested in playing an instrument or singing with the Loft Band please contact our Director of Music, Zach Thompson at: zach.thompson@dilworthchurch.org
Announcements!
Take a moment to read through the important messages about the life of DUMC

Dogs of Dilworth Calendars - ON SALE NOW
Our limited stock of Calendars is going fast! Come get yours! $20 a piece. 
Email Sallie Anna with any questions (salllieanna.broome@dilworthchurch.org)
GO!
Join us as we serve, retreat, and adventure together as the hands & feet of Jesus!

Tribe 605 Christmas party!
Come celebrate the season and help decorate the Tribe 605 Christmas tree THIS SUNDAY at 4:30. Treats will be provided! Reach out to Anna for more details.
Christmas Tree Competition
We don't have many groups signed-up for the Christmas tree decorating contest! If you want to see a forest of Christmas trees in the courtyard you should get a group together and decorate a tree! It's not too late! Tomorrow, Saturday December 4th, we have set aside time to gather and decorate trees in the courtyard! Bring your ornaments and get ready to trim the trees starting at 10am!

All trees need to be up and decorated by December 5th at 3pm! At that time, we will take pictures of all the trees to use for voting! We are so excited to see all of your beautiful Christmas trees that are sure to blow the judges away!

This year we will have judges along with the online voting portion. Judges will be looking at theme, warm & fuzzy factor, and effort!
 
Mark your calendars for December 12 at 4:30pm! This is when we will begin the Christmas tree walk-through before voting ends and at 5:30 we will gather to eat and enjoy everyone's company!
 
Sign-up here if you have a group that would like to decorate a tree!
Young Adults 
Mark your calendars and pick out your Christmas PJs for our Annual “Christmas Pajama Party”. This year we will be hosted by Bryan and Amy Alenky! Bring your favorite dish to share and Click HERE to RSVP! 
GIVE!
Love your neighbor through gifts of time, talents, and financial gifts.
Room in the Inn
Sign up to help Dilworth this winter as we partner with Roof Above to host folks experiencing homelessness through Room in the Inn. Volunteers are needed to help our church show hospitality to those in our community who need it the most. To be a part of this ministry opportunity, search for a weekend (or two!) that you are available and sign up for the role listed that you would like to help in. Please reach out to Pastor Cade with any questions about this outreach opportunity.
A Letter from the Staff Parish Relations Committee
As we all consider the numerous blessings in our lives and move into the season of Advent, may we remember the special blessing of our church staff. This committed and passionate team works to help guide and sustain us in our faith journey. I hope that you will consider expressing your appreciation with a contribution to our annual Dilworth Christmas Love Offering for staff.

Please make your donation by December 20th and earmark it as “Staff Love Offering.” You may contribute on the DUMC website, drop your gift by the church office, or place it in the offering plate. On behalf of Staff Parish, thank you for your consideration of this worthy request. 

On behalf of Staff Parish, thank you for your consideration of this worthy request. 
To read the letter in full, click here.
Poinsettia Sign-Ups
Do to the limited number of poinsettias that we have remaining this year, please contact Madison Rubottom to directly place your order with her or use the online sign-up here.

You can contact Madison by phone (704-333-4173) or email (madison.rubottom@dilworthchurch.org)
Remember Your Church with Your Financial Offerings
We need your support. Your financial gifts are essential to the ministry and campus of Dilworth Church. Visit our website to make your contributions online. You can also drop off your contributions at the church and use other means of giving. Thank you for sustaining the ministries of Dilworth Church through your gifts.  


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GROW!
Check out these ways to grow closer to God & one another!
Amplify Newsletter
The November Amplify newsletter went out on Tuesday this week! November's reflection came from Robin Barefoot; she reflected on the Amplify field trip to the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture and her relationship with race throughout her life.

Click here to read in full. Past Amplify Newsletters can be found on our website.

If you would like to be added to the Amplify Newsletter email list and automatically get the newsletter in your inbox every time it is sent out, you can email Madison Rubottom (madison.rubottom@dilworthchurch.org).
Advent at Home packets for 605 Families
For those who signed-up for advent packets but were unable to pick them up on Sunday, they are waiting for you in Madison Rubottom's office!

If you did not sign-up for a packet, don't worry! There are extra packets prepared in Madison's office as well!

You get fun, simple weekly activities that will help the whole family celebrate the coming of Christmas. Drop by and pick up your packet this week!
Calendar for the week of 12/5- 12/11
This Week at Dilworth 
Sunday, 12/5
10:00am –Worship via Facebook Live and in the Sanctuary
11:00am - Open Door Sunday School
4:30pm – Jubilation Choir (sanctuary)
4:30pm - Confirmation
4:30pm - Tribe 605
5:30pm - Youth
 6:00pm- Handbell Choir Practice
 
Monday, 12/6
6:30pm - Disciple Bible Studies
7:00pm - Youth Boys Basketball Practice (Avondale Presbyterian)
 
Tuesday, 12/7
 
Wednesday, 12/8
7:00pm - Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

Thursday, 12/9
7:00am - Young Adult Ladies Coffee & Prayer (Starbucks on East)
4:00pm - Weekday School Cookies and Santa event (courtyard)  
 
Friday, 12/10
 
Saturday, 12/11
7:00pm Young Adults PJ Party - Alenky’s house
605 East Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
Phone: (704) 333-4173