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THE
Prospector
Dahlonega United Methodist Church
Feb 6 thru Feb 13, 2015
Regularly scheduled weekly events and meetings are NOT included.
Special events, monthly events, monthly and quarterly meetings ARE included.
SUN
MON
TUES
WED
THUR
FRI
SAT
Feb 8
Men’s
Prayer
Breakfast
7:00 a.m.
Boy Scout
Sunday
Feb 9
Feb 10
Feb 11
Feb 12
Feb 13
Feb 14
Feb 15
Feb 16
Church Office Closed
Finance
Committee
1:30 p.m.
Feb 22
Council of Wednesday
Readers
Ministries Night Dinner
Group
6:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
12:15 p.m.
Feb 17
Feb 18
Wednesday
Night Dinner
5:45 p.m.
Ash
Wednesday
Service
7:00p.m.
Feb 19
Feb 20
Feb 21
Feb 24
Feb 25
Feb 26
Feb 27
Feb 28
Trustee
Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Feb 23
Annual Choir
Festival Administrative
Concert
Board Meet3:00 p.m.
ing
Healing
6:30 p.m.
Rooms
6:30 p.m.
March 1
March 2
Valentine
Banquet &
Movie
6:30 p.m.
Children’s Consignment Sale
MMO
Run/Walk
March 3
March 4
March 5
March 6
March 7
First Monday UMW
Café
10:00 a.m.
11-12:30 p.m.
CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Steve Schofield, ext. 226, Senior Pastor, schofieldsteve@hotmail.com
Rev. Christy Greenwald, ext. 227, Asst. Pastor, Spiritual Formation
christy@dahlonegaumc.org
Kerri Johnson, ext. 224, Prayer Minister, akj@windstream.net
Jay Scovill, Music/Worship Leader 5:30 Saturday Service
Radford Windham, Praise Worship Leader 9:30 Sunday Service
Nathan Dickens, Wesley Foundation Director, 706-867-5937, ndickens1@gmail.com
Lynn Lathem, Choir Director, 678-617-7505, LLathem@bellsouth.net
Tee Smith, Pianist-Organist, 8:30 & 11:00 Sunday Service
Chris Davis, ext. 222, Youth Dir./Recreation Dir. chris@dahlonegaumc.org
Angie Mayo, MMO/Preschool Director , 706-864-8521, mmodumc@dahlonegaumc.org
dumcmmo@gmail.com
Vanessa Myers, ext. 229, Children’s Director vanessa@dahlonegaumc.org
Betsy Eubanks, ext. 228, Business Manager findumc@dahlonegaumc.org
Amy Thrailkill ext. 223, Secretary amy@dahlonegaumc.org
Debbie Kane, ext. 230, Secretary debbiedumc@dahlonegaumc.org
Janet Eriksson, Head Intercessor, ext. 225, dahlonegaprayer@gmail.com
Church Office M-Th: hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m.-Noon
Phone 706-864-2521 Fax 706-867-6840 www.dahlonegaumc.org
PO Box 455 Dahlonega, Ga. 30533
Welcome to Dahlonega United Methodist Church
Our Vision and Mission Statement
Our vision is for all people to be reconciled with God and to one another
through Jesus Christ our Lord. We strive to be a loving, vibrant and growing
congregation. We seek to strengthen our faith through the framework of our
Methodist heritage. Our mission is to be a place that nurtures disciples on their
spiritual journey.
Coming up on the Sunday Salt and Light radio program for
Sunday, February 8, 2015:
“God The Creator Is Our Father” by Rev. Steve Schofield.
Tune in and listen at 10:00 AM or 9:30 PM on WCDG, 88.7 FM.
The flowers in the Chancel area are given
in thanksgiving and loving memory of our
mothers Helen Edwards and Lorraine Trice.
Given by: Lorraine and Don Trice.
Noon Lenten Services
St Luke Catholic Church
Tuesdays, February 24-March 24, 2015
Service: 12-12:30 p.m.—Lunch: 12:30-1:00 p.m.
February 24 Rev. Bill Hutcheson, Dah. Baptist Church
March 3
Rev. Steve Schofield, Dah. Methodist Church
March 10
Father Neil Dhabliwala, St. Luke’s Catholic
March 17
Rev. McKay Caston, Creekstone Church
March 24
Rev. Albert Daviou, St. Elizabeth Episcopal
Good Friday Service
Dahlonega United Methodist Church
April 3, 12:00-1:00 p.m. No Lunch
Rev. Christy Greenwald, DUMC—Rev. Barry Whittemore, Retired
Rev. Frank Colladay, Retired—Rev. Mike Michael, St Peter’s Lutheran
Rev. Steven Horne, Pleasant Grove UMC
Annual Easter Sunrise Service Sunday
April 5, 2015, 7:00 a.m.
Speaker: Rev. Mari Turner, Dah. Presbyterian Church
Cottrell Ranch
In case of rain, service will be held inside the barn.
Matthew 6:9
NRSV
“Pray then in this way:
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name.
THE
Prospector
Feb 6 thru Feb 13, 2015
Dahlonega United Methodist Church
Adult Ministry
SUNDAY ADULT GROWTH GROUPS
9:30 a.m.
Primetime: Third floor, Library.
Facilitators: Chris Buice, and Eddie McLeod.
Topic: Acts of Worship.
Breath of Spring: Third floor, Room 302.
Facilitator: Jeff Davis.
Topic: Acts of Worship.
New Beginnings: Third floor, Room 304.
Facilitators: Various members of the class.
Topic: Acts of Worship.
Friendship: Third floor, Room 303.
Facilitator: Rev. Christy Greenwald.
Topic: “Christianity, Cults, and Religions”
11:00 a.m.
Bible Exploration: Third floor, Room 303.
Facilitators: Various members of the class.
Topic: Men of the Bible—Daniel.
YOUNG FAMILIES SMALL GROUP
After the 9:30 AM service, Room 304, Childcare
available.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY INTERN
The Children’s Ministry is hiring for an intern
position. This position is paid and will run from
March 1-June 30. The intern must be at least 18
years of age. The intern will assist with the following:
Sunday kids programs, Family Easter Event, and VBS.
The intern will work Sundays as well as one day
during the week (until May when more help is
needed during the week).
All who are interested in applying, please contact
Vanessa Myers, Children’s Director: 706-864-2521 or
vanessa@dahlonegaumc.org
SPRING 2015 YOUTH SCHEDULE
February 7: Winter Jam 12 Noon-midnight
February 8: Worship
February 15: Something fun, no school Monday
February 22: Service
March 1: Worship
OTHER YOUTH EVENTS
Middle School Sunday School
Sundays 9:30-10:30 in Wesley House
(no SS first Sunday of the month)
High School Dinner and Small Groups
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00
DUMC Fellowship Hall
KIDVENTURE
KidVenture meets from 4:00-6:00 pm on Sunday
nights. It’s open to all children in our church and
community that are ages 3 years – 5th Grade.
CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE
The Bargains and Blessings Children’s
Consignment Sale is set for Feb. 26-28. Seller
registration is now open. Sellers receive 70% of sales
and pay an $8.00 registration fee. To register as a
seller, go to: www.dumcbargainsandblessings.org
For more details, please contact Shana Corbin at
shanacorbin@gmail.com
Administrative Ministry
SERVICE PROJECTS
These are wonderful opportunities to help out our
community. We normally do yard work and sometimes
inside cleaning. Adults please volunteer to help on these
days. You will not only help DUMC Youth but also our
community.
If you would like to receive texts/emails please call
Chris Davis, 404-693-5387.
“Chasing Away Winter” 5K Run/Walk and 1 mile Fun Run
Sat. Feb. 28, 2015 @ 8am
$25 per person for the 5K
$15 per person for the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Tot Trot Free
To register
http://fivestarntp.com/Chasing_Away_Winter.html or
www.Active.com
FINANCIAL REPORT/FEBRUARY 2, 2015
Budget for 2015
$1,113,800
Giving Goal YTD
98,850
Amount Given YTD
98,933
Giving Goal for Feb
87,000
Amount Given for Feb
26,384
Current Debt Balance
Youth Ministry
Children’s Ministry
$2,561,602
Our Faith Community
IT’S EASY TO GIVE FROM
YOUR MOBILE DEVICE!
ATTENDANCE JAN 31/FEB 1, 2015
Sat. 5:30–10
Sun. 8:30–76
Sun. 9:30–311
Sun. 11:00–141
Children 9:30–84
Children 11:00–17
KidVenture--58
Adult Growth Groups- 9:30/11:00–74
Healing Rooms–N/A
VALENTINES BANQUET & MOVIE NIGHT
February 14, 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious
meal of BBQ Ribs or chicken and the movie
“Funny Girl” with your friends at Church.
Child care provided, so you don’t even need
a baby sitter. Older children will enjoy pizza and
the movie “Shrek.”
Adults $16.00
Child under 10 years $6.00
Babysitting provided.
Takeout service starts at 5:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets in advance, $10 for take out
Proceeds go to Youth Mission Fund.
LAY SERVANT MINISTRIES
Basic Course-(Foundation course for all Lay
Servant Ministries courses)
Advanced Course-Leading in Prayer &
Living Our United Methodist Beliefs
Saturday, March 7 & 14, 2015
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Gainesville First UM
Advanced Course– Spiritual Gifts
Saturday, March 21 & 28, 2015
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Clarkesville UMC
*Registration forms can be found on the
bulletin board outside the Fellowship Hall.
For more information, please contact Don
Gregg, cell-706-897-6710 or home-706-379-3478.
WOMEN OF FAITH PRESENTS: UNWRAP THE BIBLE
Live simulcast on Feb. 20, 7:30-10:30 p.m. and
Feb. 21, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The cost is $35.00. Come
and uncover some of the most incredible treasures
found in the Scriptures.
In-depth Bible teaching to help apply the truth of
Scriptures to your daily life.
Drop your payment off at the Church Office or if
you have any questions please call 706-864-2521.
2015 CONFIRMATION CLASS
2015 Confirmation will begin Sunday,
February 22nd 3pm-4pm in the Library.
Open to 4th graders and older.
Class will be each Sunday February 22nd through
March 22nd with Confirmation taking place on
Palm Sunday, March 29, led by Pastor Steve.
Call or email Amy Thrailkill to sign up,
706-864-2521 ext. 223, amy@dahlonegaumc.org
ANNUAL CHOIR FESTIVAL CONCERT
The Annual Choir Festival Concert will be held on
February 22, at DUMC at 3 p.m.
The Festival will feature the UNG Choruses; the
DUMC Choir; and Christ the King Lutheran Choir.
Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the
beautiful sacred music!
Habakkuk 2:20 NRSV
TREE OF LIFE MINISTRY
Do you need tools to overcome destructive
habits, unhealthy relationships, or patterns set
from your childhood that are making you sick
and tired? If so, Tree of Life can help. Contact
Kerri Johnson at akj@windstream.net or 706-864-2521 x
224.
HELP FOR COMMUNITY HELPING PLACE FOR THE
MONTH OF FEBRUARY
The NEW items for CHP are: Grits-instant or quick
cook.
There is a plastic tub by the Fellowship Hall marked
CHP for those items.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TRAINING
UMC Online Training Courses, dates are
Jan 21-March 4, 2015.
Registration open through Tuesday, January 20.
Communicating Faith in the 21st Century
Connectional Giving
Moodle 100: Basic Training
United Methodism 101
Welcoming Ministry 100
Start each course when it best fits your schedule and
move at your own pace. Each course includes six weeks of
instruction. A facilitator will respond to your work and
answer questions via forums.
A limited number of virtual seats are available and are
first come, first serve. Seats will no longer be available
after the course is full.
For information, training@esp.umcom.org or
615-742-5400.
But the Lord is in his holy temple; let all the
earth keep silence before him!
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
FEBRUARY 18, 7:00 P.M.
WAYPOINT CENTER FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Firewood for sale, $125/cord.
Call for details, Nathan English, 706-864-7110.