"But you, child of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, Godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness....." ~ 1 Timothy 6:11
 
So much of Scripture gives us advice for daily living. Finding the little nuances adds new perspective and provides guidance.  
 
Paul writes to Timothy and compares Godliness with gentleness. In our society, gentleness is often perceived as weakness, and that's unfortunate. 
 
Gentleness is a difficult mindset to achieve, yet opens our minds to so many of God’s blessings. I think of a surgeon, who with gentleness and precision, is able to remove something harmful or repair something broken. This is my overall perception of God’s loving rebuke or guidance for us. 
 
If we live gently into the world, God provides us new opportunities and scenarios to enhance all of His creation. Gentleness soothes our souls. I also believe it takes great strength to focus on Christ’s will and choose gentleness.  
 
This is so much the way of Jesus. To fight battles through ways that might appear to be weakness, but are actually the sign of great strength. How great is our savior!
 
I will be taking a “working vacation” the week of June 14th-21st. I’m blessed to have Guy Raymond preaching on June 20th. I’ll be using the week to plan out sermon series for the remainder of the summer and the fall, as well as planning my fall schedule. I am available to anyone during the week as needed.
 
Just a reminder that on Sunday, June 20, Father’s Day, we will begin worshiping at our new time, 9 AM.
 
May God bless each of you, and may the gentleness of Christ rule in our hearts!

~ Pastor Denise

Sunday, June 13

Outdoor service at 9:00 AM
(Note: this is the last outdoor service)

Indoor service at 10:00 AM

Online service at 10:00 AM

10:00 AM
Online Service
*** Click HERE for more information

You can watch DeBows online worship at debows.online.church on Sunday morning at 10:00 AM. You will have the ability to replay the worship service anytime after the first 10:00 AM presentation.

You can also link to the next 10:00 AM Sunday service and replay recent worship services from the church website.  From the main menu - Worship/Online Worship or click on the Online Worship feature box.
 

DeBows will maintain its advanced level of cleaning and sanitizing of the building and continue to offer hand sanitizer and disposable masks upon entry.

After 15 months we are now seeing progress being made. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we celebrate this milestone and look forward to the time when we can lift any remaining restrictions.

We are thankful for your faithful support during these challenging times. Your generous giving has been vital in maintaining our ability to cover expenses and continue our church ministries. You may continue giving at either the outdoor or indoor worship service, by sending your offering check directly to the church, or by using the church online giving feature found in the footer of the church website. It is easy, secure, and appreciated. The Online Giving option is also available while you are watching the weekly online worship service. --- Thank You

If so inspired, you may give online now, by clicking HERE.

• Shelia Harris - for healing and God’s presence.
• Jean Iannacone - who has been suffering from vertigo and headaches.  Prayers for the doctors caring for her and for her quick recovery.  
• Cyndie Freed (friend of Teresa McGayhey) -  lost her home and pets in a house fire.
• PTL!  Donna's granddaughter Skylar graduated from college!
• Lisa Coco (MaryJane's friend) - suffering from a rash that will not go away.
• Christine Raymond - continued prayers that God will heal her from her rash.
• Gamble family at the loss of Ivy Gamble.
• Terry Lee (Donna’s friend) - was hit on his motorcycle and sustained multiple serious injuries.
• PTL! - Loretta (Donna’s niece) - is now home from the hospital and recovering from COVID
• PTL! - Catherine (Donna’s mother-in-law) - is now home from the hospital and recovering from COVID
• Sue Esposito (close friend of Santillo’s) - diagnosed with lung cancer.
• Esposito family (close friends of Santillo’s) - Prayers for strength and energy during this trying time while both mothers are ill.
• Patricia Kamuda (friend of Santillo’s) - has been placed in hospice and has been given 3 months to a year.
• JoAnn Licetti (mom of Peter’s boss) – she had emergency surgery and has a long recovery ahead.
• Steve and Heather Kowalski - going through a difficult time.
• Matt (brother of Paul German) - his cancer has returned, and he has been placed on hospice. Please pray for the entire family during this very difficult time.
• Christine Raymond – recovering from fractured right elbow.
• Bonnie Ward is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• John (friend of Teresa McGayhey) – he is in the hospital due to COVID complications.
• Continued prayer for home-bound church members: Rudy Iannacone; Ann Giarratano; Paul Bartek

The music community of DeBows produce music for both the In-Person & Online Worship Services.  If you would like to share your musical talent, please contact Grayce to explore opportunities. To submit recordings for inclusion in online worship, please contact Grayce by email at music@debowsumc.org. Music (including singing) will also be presented at the 10:00 AM Sunday morning indoor worship service. You can view the church website and calendar for the most current information concerning music related activities. More information about the DeBows music program can be viewed HERE.

Band practice is Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

DeBows will be supporting UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) through September by supporting their Hygiene Kit program.

This is hurricane season and the projected heat wave/drought conditions in the west this summer make wild fires a very real possibility. 

Along with accepting monetary donations, DeBows will be collecting items to build Hygiene Kits. Our UMCOR Hygiene Kit outreach activity helps to meet the ever increasing demand for relief items. The Hygiene Kits we put together are forwarded to UMCOR for deployment to those most in need. This has been very successful and rewarding ministry in past years.

If you wish to donate, please mark clearly on your check or envelope that it is for UMCOR.  Each Hygiene Kit is valued at $12, but any and all donations will be greatly appreciated and will be sent to UMCOR along with the hygiene kits.

Click HERE to view a detailed list of items needed along with other important guidelines. "Thank You" for your support.