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One Service on January 29

December 22, 2019 - 8:07pm

Please note there is only one service at 10:00a.m. on Sunday, December 29. Together, we’ll take time to worship through song, taking requests for favorite Christmas carols and hymns. As Methodists and as Christians, music is an important part of our tradition. From Mary’s song to the Psalms, music runs through scripture, through our tradition, and is, for many people, a way in which they connect with God.

Join us on Sunday, December 29 as we sing and praise together! We invite you to consider pulling out that Christmas sweater for one more Sunday of cheer.

Christmas Eve Services

December 22, 2019 - 12:00pm

Please join us at one of our services on Christmas Eve as we celebrate Jesus' birth. There are several services to choose from. 

4:00 p.m. - Family Worship

A worship celebration specially geared for children, with music provided by the Children's Choirs. Rev. John Smoke will share the message.

7:00 p.m. - Family Service with Communion

A family worship service featuring the Connection Choir. We will share in Christmas Eve communion as well as a candlelight carol-sing. The message will be given by Rev. Wesley Dorr, our Pastor of Youth Ministries.

9:00 p.m. - Traditional Candlelight Service

A traditional Christmas Eve service with the Chancel Choir and a candlelight carol-sing.

11:00 p.m. - Traditional Candlelight Service

A traditional Christmas Eve service featuring the Chapel Choir and a carol-sing to greet the first moments of Christmas morning.

Purchase With a Purpose - Easy Gift Card Shopping

December 7, 2019 - 4:56pm

Are you planning to give any gift cards for presents this  year?  Help the United Methodist Women earn money for missions by purchasing your gifts from the Purchase With a Purpose table on Sunday mornings in the parlor.

The plastic gift cards will be delivered to church and available for pick up on Sunday, December 15. eGift cards are available immediately.

Regular orders will be placed weekly through December 15 making it more convenient as the holiday approaches to get that last minute gift card for someone. There are many gift cards in small denominations that make great stocking stuffers.

Brighten the Sanctuary with a Poinsettia - Order Yours Today!

December 7, 2019 - 4:52pm

Help us to brighten the sanctuary this Christmas by purchasing a beautiful poinsettia plant!

If you would like to purchase a plant for $15, please fill out  the envelope found in the pew and enclose a check. You may indicate on the envelope if you would like it in memory of or in honor of someone. Place your order in the offering plate on Sunday or bring it to the church office.

Orders are due next week, by Friday, December 13.

Preschool Fundraiser

November 28, 2019 - 2:54pm

Save yourself a night of cooking and order Take-n-Bake  pizzas, salads, and cupcakes from Home Run Inn. Fill out the form found on the welcome table, in the kiosk, and in the narthex and drop it off at the Preschool or the Church office on or by December 5. Orders will be available for pick up on Thursday, December 12.

Home Run Inn $25 Gift cards are also available to order on the form.

Spring Habitat for Humanity Trip

November 26, 2019 - 4:29pm

This spring, DGFUMC will return to Tutwiler, Mississippi to  serve with Habitat for Humanity! Join us on a mission trip March 28 - April 4 as we build a home alongside the community. This trip is multi-generational and all those who are 10 years old and older are welcome to come. Those who are between the ages of 10 and 12 must have an adult serving with them.

Register for the trip here by January 15 and make a $50 deposit to hold your spot. Have questions that need to be answered before you can sign up? Email Pastor Anna at anna@dgfumc.org. We hope you can join us!

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The Giving Tree

November 26, 2019 - 4:18pm

This holiday season we are again partnering with several organizations to provide gifts for those in need! Stop by the parlor when you are at church and choose a "giving ornament" from the tree!

You can choose to:

  • purchase gifts for PADS families who stay at DGFUMC. These gifts will be collected throughout December.
  • pick up a "giving ornament" for a $25 Jewel gift card for those served by United Church of Rogers Park this year. You can visit the Purchase with a Purpose table in the parlor on Sundays to buy Jewel gift cards (due by December 15).

Thank you for giving generously!

Alternative Gift Fair

November 26, 2019 - 4:20pm

Get ahead of the shopping rush by stopping in the parlor after all services on Sundays, Dec. 8, 15, and 22 to see the beautiful handmade crafts from the women of UPAVIM who live on the outskirts of Guatemala City. There will be Christmas ornaments, jewelry, kitchen accessories, and much more. The sale of these crafts helps UPAVIM members build better lives for themselves and their community by funding a school, library, clinic, bakery, and soy milk production.

There will also be a table for Heifer gifts. Heifer International works with farming communities around the world to find sustainable solutions to end hunger and poverty. You can pick up a daily calendar and giving box to make it a family giving project for Advent or make a one-time contribution. 

New Worship Service Schedule in 2020

November 26, 2019 - 4:33pm

Beginning January 5

Our worship schedule will change in the new year. Worship services will take place at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary each Sunday beginning January 5, 2020. The 8:15 a.m. worship service will continue to be held in the Chapel. We'll see you there!

Chancel Choir Cantata

October 23, 2019 - 7:38pm

Gather your friends and family to come enjoy the Chancel Choir Christmas Cantata presenting the popular John Rutter Gloria with exciting brass ensemble and organ.

Familiar Rutter Carols with the Choir, Children's Choirs and chamber orchestra will complete the program and spark your Christmas season!

The 55 voice Chancel Choir is conducted by Diane Hires and accompanied by Pattie Barnes, organist.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2019

9:30 and 11:00 Worship Services

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