In 2022 we’ll be looking at a chapter of The Happiness Project every month in worship through the eyes of scripture; How to create more joy
in our lives.
FRIDAY FRIENDS POSTPONED The Friday Night Friends event scheduled for Jan 14 has been postponed until February due to the increase in COVID cases including within our own group of children. We look forward to getting together again next month.
YOUTH NEWS
Youth in 6th grade and older who are interested in learning more about church membership and expanding their faith journey are invited to participate in Confirmation 2022. Those who have already become members of the church are encouraged to renew their faith and spiritual commitment while building stronger relationships with God and one another. Confirmation and Renewal will begin in February. Parents and youth, please contact Bridget@fumcd.com for more information and to register.
Stephen Ministry Formation
Might we all become better caregivers... Stephen Ministry is coming. Plan to attend an information session (dates, times
and locations TBA). See Kent Garry or email kjgarry66@gmail.com for additional information. https://www.gherry.com/caregiver-vs-caretaker/
Journey Towards Racial Justice See Alisha Vance or email avance1990@gmail.com for more information.
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Sermon: The Happiness Project: Vitality
Scripture Readings:Mark 6:45-45
by Pastor Abril Goforth
Join a Team We need new members for both of these important Sunday morning tasks. We are passing the offering plate again and will soon have bulletins!
Prayer Response Team Keep in touch with people on the prayer list by text, phone or cards. See Pastor Abril or email abril@fumcd.com
Last Saturday Open Table was blessed
to serve 78 clients!
We are so thankful for the loving volunteers
that made it happen!
The Open Table Ministry continues
to be a blessing to all who know us.
Thank you for FUMCD for all you have done
to support the community each Saturday with an amazing meal and extra food for the week.
For questions or additional information please contact
Alisha Vance at 214-641-5675.
This week the Food Pantry is in need of
Canned Chicken, Carrots and Spinach. Your generosity is a gift from God. Thank you!
Let’s Play Dominoes at First Methodist School!
FMS students are enjoying a beautiful set of dominoes made by FUMCD member Don Deffebach! They help us with visual discrimination, counting, and gross motor skills. AND they are just plain fun!
Open enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year
(ages 1 year - kindergarten) is going on now! If you know a family with young children, please tell them about our school so they can learn and grow with us!
We are taking extensive measures in accordance with the CDC and the Dallas County Health Department guidelines to make our learning environment as safe as possible. We are learning and growing and happy to see everyone again!
Serving the families of the Best Southwest since 1968!
A Financial Update Coming to This Area Soon!!
Attendance for Sunday, January 9, 2022
Worship Service: 67
Adult Sunday School: 54
God is good!
Most of us make our donations and pledges in the offering plate, and it is an adjustment when we are not meeting together physically to worship. In an effort to simplify giving, there are several options available: 1) the drop box on the south side of the administration building is attended daily; 2) mail - 403 S. Main St., 75116; 3) online – there’s a link on the website –www.fumcd.com;4) automatic drafts from your bank or other financial institution; or 5) credit card (Just call me at the office with your credit card information. Please do not send this information in an email.)
If you would like have altar flowers in memory/honor of someone special for the church altar, please contact the church office at 972.298.6121
Flower Arrangements are provided by Posey's N Party's
If you or someone you know need to be lifted up in prayer please send Prayer Requests to communications@fumcd.com or call the church office 972.298.6121.
Memorial Gifts were received in loving memory of Norb Schulz. These gifts were given by Mr. & Mrs. Larry Groce, Charles & Fran Isaly, Betty Lang, and Linda Najork.
A Memorial Gift was received in loving memory of Betty Shirley. This gift was given by Carolyn Babb.
A Memorial Gift was received in loving memory of Jerre Simmons. This gift was given by Julie Ware.
Memorial Gifts were received in loving memory of Jim Thrash. These gifts were given by Donna Dickerson, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Groce, and Betty Lang.
Memorial Gifts were received in loving memory of Sharon “Coach” Smith. These gifts were given by Carolyn Babb, David & Joyce Gregory, Natalie & Kent Garry, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Groce, Mel & Hattie Hammer, Betty Lang, Dana McCarroll, Kathy McCutchen, Summer Marshall & family, and the Progressors Sunday School Class.
If you would like to make a monetary donation in memory/honor of someone special please contact the Church Office at 972.298.6121 or mail in a check to
First United Methodist Church Duncanville
DATES TO REMEMBER AT FUMCD:
Wednesday, Jan 12 - 3:00 pm - After School Ministry - Asbury Classroom (Upstairs) 6:30 pm - Quinceanera Practice - Gym 7:00 pm - Choir Practice - Harmony Hall
Thursday, Jan 13 - 12:30 pm - Amazing Grays Game Day - Snackbar Saturday, Jan 15 - 11:00 am - Norb Schulz Service - Sanctuary
12:00 pm - Schulz Luncheon - Aldersgate
5:00 pm - Open Table - Aldersgate Sunday, Jan 16 - 10:30 am - Worship Service - Sanctuary 2:00 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Anniversary- Aldersgate
Monday, Jan 17 - 6:30 pm - Line Dancing - Harmony Hall 6:30 pm - Girl Scouts - 414
Tuesday, Jan 18 - 6:30 pm - SWDC Amateur Radio Club - Harmony Hall 6:30 pm - Loving Hands - Snackbar
7:00 pm - Finance Committee - ZOOM
