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coordinator, Celeste Cron at cmaiacron@aol.com or 304-5534, to see if she can set you up with a ride from our list of drivers.
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group of folks who are committed to praying for any need brought to their attention. To request prayers for yourself or someone (or something) you care about, contact coordinator Courtney Diedesch at courtney_ed@yahoo.com
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The deadline for the monthly Crossection newsletter is the 20th of the previous month. Submissions may be edited for clarity, accuracy, or length.
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A "LOVE" NOTE...
(from your pastor)
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As I write, we are just edging into April. But as I think about what the coming weeks will hold, it feels like May is just around the corner. Which means that I am very conscious of the shifting rhythms of work and relationships as I begin to wind down my time with you all. I thought it might be helpful to share a bit about what the coming months will look like.
My focus is different than it has been up until this point. At this time in my tenure with you all, I am focused on laying the groundwork for a constructive transition forward. This primarily means carrying out the current phase of the Pathway process, which will take the congregation to the point of concrete next steps in the areas of our current ministry emphases: service & justice work, small groups, and worship. In addition, I hope that every ministry group of any kind at Davis UMC will have built a sense of how well-aligned they are with the DNA of this church (being spirit-filled, welcoming & affirming, and service & justice-oriented), and will continue to keep that conversation alive as you move forward.
I will be using my remaining vacation and continuing education time between now and the end of June, and thought it might be helpful for you to know my schedule. I will be using a combination of vacation and continuing ed time to be away from April 11th through April 23rd; back with you all on Sunday, April 24th. During that period, first Katie and I will be visiting her parents as they begin preparations to move to their chosen retirement location of Sun City, Arizona. Then I will be participating in the annual clergy retreat run by the "clergy coach" I work with; that will take place in Albuquerque. I will miss one more Sunday with you all the last weekend of May, when I look forward to participating in my 25th college reunion in Pennsylvania.
The Annual Conference Session of the California-Nevada Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church - i.e. the annual, regional gathering of our denomination - will take place June 22nd - 25th. Knowing that this event is both time-consuming and tiring, it seemed wise not to attempt something as significant as my last Sunday on the heels of Annual Conference. So, my last Sunday with you all will be Sunday, June 19th (which happens to also unfortunately be Father's Day). I will have a few workdays left to give to Annual Conference and any last packing up after that Sunday.
Finally, an invitation to you all:
One of the things that is most fun for me is the challenge of crafting sermons that respond to particular questions you have. I love wrestling with some of the stickier issues of our faith, and trying to speak to them in ways that connect with you. So if you have a question you'd like me to explore, or a request for a sermon topic for me to address in my last 3 months with you - don't be shy! What is some topic or scripture you would particularly like to hear me address in a sermon in the remainder of my time here? Now is a great time to let me know.
See you in church!
In Faith,
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Adult Sunday School
Meets between services on Sundays
9:45-10:45 am
Adult Bible Study - Rothe Room
April 3rd "Renewed Health"
April 10th "A Reversal of Shame"
April 17th "A Sound Mind"
April 24th "Family Reunion"
Contemporary Issues Form - Walker Room
April 3rd "Waking Up White" book study with Carol Holmes and Susie O'Bryant. Discussion will focus on pages 166-192.
April 10th "Waking Up White" continuing book study with Carol Holmes and Susie O'Bryant. Discussion will focus on pages 193-249.
April 17th "Immigration Issues in Our Back Yard: the Work of Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network,"
with Rick Gonzales, Vice President of YIIN and longtime social justice activist in Davis
April 24th "Slavery By Another Name," Part 2. We will watch the second half of this 2012 video based on the book of the same name by Douglas Blackmon.
Detailed information on this month's Forum topics can be found here.
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April Special Offering:
April 17th: Help the Immigrant
Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network and Opening Doors
The Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network, or YIIN, is a nonprofit organization that works with various agencies to assist those whose lives have been affected by immigration. It is comprised of people who serve and advocate for immigrants. YIIN engages in a number of programs to help serve immigrants. For instance, YIIN makes weekly visits to Juvenile Hall to visit unaccompanied minors and as an afterschool program at the Madison Migrant Center. YIIN also endeavors to assist undocumented college students in Yolo County.
Opening Doors is a Sacramento nonprofit that provides tools and resources for refugees and victims of human trafficking. Trafficking victims who have escaped or been released through law enforcement action are assisted in starting a new life in the Sacramento area. Refugees are assisted with resettlement here, as they acclimate to a new country, work environment and health and financial systems. Our church has already worked with Opening Doors to provide a welcome kit for a needy refugee family.
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Easter Season Small-Group
"Dappled Things: Exploring the season of Easter through the poetry of Gerard Manley Hopkins" will be a new small-group offering for adults for
the Easter season. Beginning Wednesday, March 30th, the five-session series will explore Ignatian spirituality, finding God in nature, and the poetry of Gerard Manley Hopkins. Similar to the 2014 Advent small groups, participants will be invited to explore the poetry and themes and try their hand at some writing of their own. Missed the first session? That's ok! You are still welcome to attend future sessions. The class will continue to be held on Wednesday evenings, 6:00 - 7:00 pm in the Rothe Room until April 27th.
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Children's Ministry Announcements
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WILL YOU HELP WITH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL?
Volunteers are needed to make this a special, memorable week in the lives of the children. Little tasks and big tasks, organizing or creating, leading or supporting, lots of time or a little time, there is likely a job just suited for you and your gifts. Read More
SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING
DUMC is committed to preserving this church as a holy place of safety and protection for all who would enter, and as a place in which all people can experience the love of God through relationships with others. Read More
WOW, WONDERFUL WORKERS!
Easter Sunday was a glorious day inside and outside! The families with young children had a delightful time of play, pictures, and of course egg hunt surprises. Read More
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Grace Garden Annual Plant Sale
Saturday, April 9th
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Summer vegetables, herbs, and plants
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Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions
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Take a tour of Grace Garden
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The proceeds from the Annual Plant Sale help us grow vegetables to support families who have little. We support them through Friday's Harvest at the Korean Christian Church and Davis Community Meals.
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New Workshop Series! Elder Spirituality Circles
Harvesting Wisdom from the past:
Transmitting a Legacy to the future
Monday, April 11th, 18th, May 2nd, 16th
1:30- 4 pm: DUMC Walker Room
In this four part series based on the work of Rabbi Zalman Schacter in From Age-ing to Sage-ing and Rachel Freed in Legacy Matters we will review the past, find wisdom from the lessons of our lives and explore ways to transmit our life lessons and deepest values to future generations through letters and blessings. We will meet in circle using the Peer Spirit Circle process and the tools of meditation, journal writing, imaginal exercises and dyad sharing - sharing with spiritual partners in a safe and sacred space.
Facilitators: Mary Anne Ingenthron, Certified Sage-ing Leader and Certified Legacy Matters Facilitator and Margot Clark, a licensed therapist and Certified Legacy Matters Facilitator
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Historical Notes
By Kathy Schinski, DUMC Historian
In the past year, Davis United Methodist Church has celebrated the 90th birthdays of two very active church members, Jean Becket and Joyce DeLaMartre. This milestone birthday has been reached by a few others in the church and two members, MayEtta Castain and Margaret Henry, lived to be 106 and 103 years! Read More
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Pastor Transition News
Those in worship on March 13th heard the announcement that, beginning July 1st, the new pastor of the Davis United Methodist Church will be the Rev. Brandon Austin. Pastor Brandon is currently serving as pastor of the First United Methodist Church in Modesto. Originally from Tennessee, Brandon has served several churches in Northern California over the past 26 years. A long time supporter of an inclusive church and Reconciling Ministries, Brandon was one of the "Sacramento 68" - 68 pastors who co-officiated the Holy Union ceremony of a lesbian couple in 1999 as a challenge to the discrimination of official denominational policy.
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The United Methodist Women of the church are inviting all ages of women to their 4th annual Elegant Tea on Saturday April 23rd at 11:30. The delicious food is being prepared by the chef of Covell Gardens, served by the men's group of the church, music by Joyce Smuda, and different vintage items will be modeled. The theme: "All Things Pink." Wear your hat, if possible and PLEASE let Rosa, Alice, or Zora know if you'll be in attendance; the chef needs the count.
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From Your Finance Ministry
| FEBRUARY ACTUAL | YEAR-TO-DATE ACTUAL | | | | | INCOME | $50,465.41 | $74,085.08 | | | | | EXPENSE | $25,080.45 | $59,095.71 | | | | | NET | $25,384.96 | $14,989.37 |
I would like to acknowledge the hard work of the Finance Committee and the Ministry Chairs in developing a balanced budget for the 2016 fiscal year. We were able to meet Ministry Program and most Staff Parish Relations Committee staffing requests this year with the help of being able to budget $50,363 in reserves from prior year carry forwards. The Finance Ministry will be wrestling with the challenges for the upcoming fiscal year in the next few months as we prepare for a more challenging budget process for 2017 absent a significant increase in pledges.
The Finance Report for the end of February reflects a significant excess of revenues over expenses. This can be explained by the fact that we operate on a cash basis. So if a pledge or donation that was budgeted for 12 months comes in one lump sum at the beginning of the year (as did happen) the revenue picture looks more optimistic than it might at the end of the year.
Thank you for your support of our church's vibrant and evolving ministries.
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Empower Yolo "April Shower" Event
April 9th
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With the goal of providing household necessities for those who receive safety and counseling at the county's domestic violence shelter, Friends of Empower Yolo will host an April gift shower on Saturday, April 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Yolo Center for Families at the D Street House at 5th and D Streets in Davis.
Guests and those who wish to otherwise contribute are asked to donate household goods such as linens or personal care items for residents of the newly expanded shelter, which provides a safe haven for clients and help in transitioning out of dangerous situations. A full list of needed items can be found at www.empoweryolo.org
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"An Act of Love" Showing in Sacramento
April 10th, 1:30pm
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Described as "emotionally powerful and ultimately uplifting" by the SF Chronicle, First UMC of Sacramento is proud to screen Act of Love, a documentary about Reverend Frank Schaefer and the division in the United Methodist Church over LGBTQ inclusion. Act of Love tells the story of an unwitting advocate in the fight for equal rights within the Church.
The film screens at 1:30pm Sunday 4/10 and is free. Free lunch is available beforehand at noon; RSVP for lunch to 916-446-5025.
Within the United Methodist denomination is a fierce debate over LGBTQ inclusion, and this documentary provides a wonderful context for the current state of the discussion. This year, the United Methodist Church will meet again for their General Conference, where the rules about same-sex marriage and LGBTQ clergy will again be debated. First UMC invites you to learn more about this issue through the film's retelling of Reverend Schaefer's unique trials and tribulations followed by an open discussion of the issues.
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IRWS Volunteer Thank-You BBQ, Sunday, April 17th, 1-3 pm
The BBQ will take place on the West patio of Davis Community Church (across from Central Park). IRWS will provide hot dogs and hamburgers.
to let us know you are coming and what you will bring to contribute to this community celebration.
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Davis Cooks' Showcase: A Benefit Dinner for Davis Community Meals
Sunday, April 24th 5:00 - 8:00 pm Davis Odd Fellows Lodge Tickets: $45/person To purchase tickets call 736-4008 or email billpride-dcm@sbcglobal.net
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"In Christ We Are A New Creation!"
Bridges District Conference!
May 7th, 2016
at Pinole UMC, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm.
- Worship and Fellowship!
- General Conference Briefing, Annual Conference Briefing
- Trainings for SPRC, Trustees, Finance! Celebrating New Ministries in Bridges District!
- Suggested donation: $15 for lunch and registration.
Check in to the Conference website to register (registration will be up after the Easter holiday).
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April Birthdays and Anniversaries
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April 2nd
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Sarah Mangum
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April 3rd
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Beth Hull
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April 4th
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Miles Melendres
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April 7th
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Anna Wisehart
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April 9th
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Judy Tischer
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April 9th
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Haylee Wise
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April 11th
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Laura Benham
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April 11th
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John Campi
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April 14th
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Dan Ray
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Hope Harvey
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April 16th
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Brian Williams
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April 19th
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Zachary Hull
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April 25th
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Kitty Hudson Cawley
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April 25th
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Jan Powell
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April 29th
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June Prowell
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| April 9th | Mark and Sara McCarthy | | April 22nd | Brian and Sarah Williams | | April 24th | Dick and Judy Dowell | | April 24th | Ron and Marilyn Hoppes | | April 27th | Jeff Hudson and Karen Hudson-Bates | | April 28th | Diana Hoffman and Sue Pacciorini | | April 28th | Laura and Larry Williams
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April 30th
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Jacqui and Carlos Castanon
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