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Submissions for the Thursday E-mail News
are due in the office each week by noon Wednesday for publication the following day. Submissions may be edited for length, accuracy, or clarity.
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Need a Ride?
Do you need a ride to Sunday worship, a church meeting or study group, a doctor's visit, or other transportation need? If so, call Celeste Maia Cron 530-304-5524 or email cmaiacron@aol.com."
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From the Trustees
If you see something that needs repair or replacement please contact Brian Horsfield at 503-902-5796 or email to clc6000@aol.com.
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This Sunday, September 20th
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Worship at 8:30 and 11:00 am
How often do we think about the real reason we gather every Sunday morning and why we do it in the way that we do? This Sunday Pastor Kelly will examine the various components of our service and discuss how they contribute to the importance and meaning of worship in a "sermon" that weaves through the service. The scripture readings are Psalm 150 and John 4:7-26
Classes
| 9:45 am | Children's Choir | Education Wing | | 9:45 am | Adult Bible Study
Topic: "Witnessing to the Truth"
| Rothe Room | | 9:45 am | Contemporary Issues Forum
Topic: "Women in Christian Traditions"
| Walker Room | | 11:00 am | Children's Sunday School
Topic: Godly Play
Pre-K - K: Kristine Wise and Brian Williams
1st - 6th: Sarah Williams and Briagha Stevens
| Education Wing | | 6:00 pm | Youth Group | Grace Cafe |
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1. Financial Peace University Info Session This Sunday
Financial Peace University (FPU) is coming to DUMC.We all need a plan for our money: teens, young families, singles, and seniors. FPU is a plan that works. It teaches faithful ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive group activities, this 9 week class presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more!
Informational sessions: September 20th and October 4th in the Walker Room from 3:00-3:30 pm
Class Sessions: Sundays 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, October 11 through December 13 (no class the Sunday after Thanksgiving)
Coordinator: Becky Beaman, beaman1028@yahoo.com
Cost per family: $93
For more information visit the Financial Peace University website
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2. Will You Help Bring "Food to Every Fork" in Yolo County? Help us spread the word about the county-wide crowd funding campaign being launched to buy a refrigerated truck for the Yolo County Food Bank. We have the food - we just need to be able to get it to those in need. How Can You Help? Attend a one-hour training that will provide you all you need to know to bring the importance of this campaign to your community and show how easy it is to give. Where and When:
- Tuesday, September 15th, Congregation Bet Haverim, South Classroom at 6:00 pm
- Thursday, September 24th, Yolo County Food Bank Conference Room at 7:00 pm
- Monday, September 28th, West Sacramento Teen Center at 7:00 pm
Why? Because a little bit of effort will ensure that our neighbors have fresh, nutritious food to eat. If you have a laptop, smart phone or tablet, please bring it with you so we can walk you through each step of the process. It is not necessary to have any of these to participate. Please come whether or not you RSVP.
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| 3. Youth Leadership Davis Information Sessions,
Sunday, September 20th at Noon and 5 pm
Information sessions for students interested in applying for Youth Leadership Davis (YLD) will be held Sunday, September 20th at noon and 5 pm at Davis Community Church, 412 C Street. Applications for YLD are due September 27th.
YLD is a year-long program that equips high school students to be community leaders through hands-on experience, skill building and education while confronting vexing and controversial community life and health issues of our day. Training and education include compassionate listening, non-violent communication, and mental health issues.
As trained interns at Davis' Interfaith Rotating Winter Shelter, the high school students learn about the root causes of homelessness. They receive intensive shelter training and certification in mental health first aid. Moral, ethical and spiritual reflection is a component of the program. YLD is a non-denominational, non-sectarian program open to all high school students grades 10-12. For more information:
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4. "Living Well Today" Workshop, Sept. 27th
Ever wondered about downsizing? Living a slower life? Sign up now! William Powers, best-selling author of "New Slow City", will speak at a Cool Davis workshop titled "Living Well Today." His presentation includes insights from living in NYC and Bolivia, a country with laws that protect the rights of Mother Earth and include policies on "vivir bien," the indigenous concept of "living well." Sue Barton, homeowner, Parkview Place, will add a Davis perspective when she shares the local challenges and joys of simplifying life.
The workshop, including lectures, slides, break-out groups and refreshments, is scheduled for 3:00 - 5:30 pm on Sun., Sept. 27, 2015 at the UU Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road, Davis. Donations of any level are welcome. The first 50 people who donate $15 or more (on Eventbrite or at the door) will be given a free autographed copy of "New Slow City" at the workshop. Proceeds will be shared with the Bolivian school, "Flor de Montana," which focuses its K-12 education around Mother Earth and the principles of "vivir bien." Workshop reservations: http://living-well-today.eventbrite.com.
Mr. Powers' visit is co-sponsored by Cool Davis, the Green Sanctuary Committee of the UU Church of Davis, Church and Society Ministry of Davis Community Church, Lutheran Church of the Incarnation, and the Yolo Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice. The event is open to the public. Questions? Contact info@cooldavis.org.
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5. CA House Indian Dinner and Desert Auction
The CA House Annual Indian Dinner and Dessert Auction is Sunday October 11th at 6:00 pm at the Fellowship Hall at Davis Community Church. This is an important fundraiser for our campus ministry. Please come and enjoy the fellowship, great food and fun. Board members will be selling tickets after both services, or contact Jim Cramer (cramerjc@gmail.com, 756-3973) or Helen Roland (hroland2@gmail.com, 756-3973).
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6. "SEVEN: The Play," October 18th
SEVEN: The Play tells the stories of seven women from around the world who not only overcame oppressive situations like rape and domestic abuse, but also developed organizations to help other women. The event is a fundraiser for two organizations -- Empower Yolo, a local non-profit that serves victims of domestic violence and trafficking, and the International Rescue Committee, which not only helps victims of domestic violence and trafficking, but is also currently working in the Syrian refugee camps. "Seven: The Play" will show at the Veterans Memorial Theater, 203 E 14 Street at 3 pm. Tickets are available on line at http://empoweryolo/seven
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7. Heifer International Storytelling Event, October 20th
Kids, teens, parents, and grandparents are invited to a storytelling event from 3:00-4:30 on Sunday, October 20th, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Sacramento. Stories from India, Africa, Mexico, and Lebanon, interspersed with music by Bob Wren, will entertain in support of the Heifer Projects in Nepal that were devastated by recent earthquakes. Contact Heifer Volunteer Sue Bennett at DrSBennett@aol.com for more information and tickets.
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1. Coordinator Needed for Monthly Small Group Senior Luncheons
Atria/Covell Gardens has offered to provide a monthly luncheon for small groups (10 to 12 people) of DUMC seniors. The lunch, provided in a pleasant private dining room, offers an opportunity for relaxing conversation and friendship. The DUMC Congregational Care Ministry is looking for a volunteer to help coordinate the monthly luncheon, which would involve contacting/confirming a group of interested seniors and working with the transportation ministry to ensure that any necessary rides are set up. The first luncheon, held in July, was quite successful, with Atria providing the space, the food, and all service and DUMC providing the fellowship. Please contact Anna Wisehart in the church office if you are interested in helping to coordinate this wonderful fellowship.
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2. Volunteer Opportunity with Davis Community Meals
Davis Community Meals is looking for people to help on a consistent basis in our Transitional Housing Program, at 1111 H Street from 6 pm -11 pm. Your job as a volunteer would be to help staff with nightly duties including intakes, checking off chores, etc. There will be training provided! We ask that you are over the age of 18 and we do require a current TB Test.
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3. New Wednesday Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark
"You are sound asleep and dreaming, when suddenly the door bursts open and a bright light shines full in your face. A voice, breaking in on your dream-world, shouts, 'Wake up! Get up! You'll be late!' And without more ado, the speaker splashes your face with cold water to make the point. Time to stop dreaming and face the most important day of your life. That's what the opening of Mark's Gospel is like..."
Wednesday Bible Study will begin a study of the Gospel of Mark on September 23, 1:30 - 3 pm. We will use minister and Biblical scholar N.T. Wright's study guide, which comes packed with thought-provoking discussion questions. A lively time is expected!
Please join in this adventure on Wednesday afternoons if you are able. Books are $9. No preparation required for each session.
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