Gather
A church isn’t just a building, it’s a body of believers who talk, laugh, eat, serve, and support each other through the ups and downs of life. Check out the many different ways we offer to do just that!
All-Church Study
Beginning on Sunday, January 7, our church will be participating in a 5-week study called, “Vanishing Grace: Whatever Happened to the Good News?” by Philip Yancey. Each Sunday, one of the pastors will preach on the chapter/topic for that week. Then, during the week following, small groups/Bible studies will have the opportunity to focus on the same chapter/topic using a video-based curriculum. Even though sermons and group studies will be focusing on the same topic each week, the pastors will make sure that the material is not repetitive. Contact Pastor Paul for more information or see the eConnections newsletter.
Nourish
1st Saturday of each month (December 16) from 4:30-6:30 pm
DUMC’s Worship & Youth Center (balcony)
Current Study: “The Good Life” by Dr. Derwin L. Gray
Nourish exists to nourish your body (with a potluck dinner) and your soul (with God’s Word). We will be looking at the Beatitudes that Jesus gave in His Sermon on the Mount and discussing how we can live “the good life” by striving to make them the rhythm of our lives.
We hope that you will join Pastor Paul and Elise on the first Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted) for this nourishing small group.
Open to everyone. Families welcome. Childcare provided.
Wesley Class (Adult Sunday School class)
Sunday mornings from 9:00-10:00 am
DUMC’s Room 2
Current Study: “An Unlikely Advent” by Rachel Billups”
The Wesley Class has nine teachers who lead the class, each doing so for one month at a time. The first 15-minutes are spent in fellowship, followed by 45-minutes of class study and discussion. We close with prayer concerns and The Lord’s Prayer. Wesley attendees have one social / fellowship event each month. Participants range in age from the 40s to the 90s, with high school and college students occasionally sitting in. Everyone is welcome!
Initially a couples group formed 40 years ago we have developed strong and cherished bonds navigating the joys and trials of parenthood together. We are now navigating the joys and trials of a later season in life and would love to have you be part of the journey. Please join us for Bible study and conversation on Sundays at 9:00 am and monthly social outings.
Congregational Care Team
Monday afternoons from 12:00-2:30 pm
DUMC’s Room 2
This group meets weekly for a brief devotional/study, and to pray for the needs of our congregation.
NSGT (Nameless Small Group of Troublemakers)
Monday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm
DUMC’s Room 22
Current Bible Study:
“The Chosen – Season 1”
This group is almost at capacity. Please Email Pastor Paul to find out if there is room.
Small Group @ Frikke-Schmidt’s & Steward’s Homes
Every other Monday evening (email for exact times)
Homes of DUMC members
Current Bible Study:
“Book of Galatians” study guide by Tim Keller (Author and Pastor)
This group rotates between two different homes of current group members.
Pastor Sunil’s Bible Study
Wednesday mornings from 10:00-11:30am
DUMC’s Room 2
Current Study: “Prayers of the Old Testament”
This is a 4-week Bible study, that began on November 29. Sign up in the lobby or through the eConnections newsletter to let us know you’re coming. Everyone is welcome!
Pastor Paul’s Online Bible Study
Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:00 pm
Online (Zoom)
Current Study: “Vanishing Grace” by Philip Yancey
Start date January 10, 2024. Everyone is welcome!
Book Discussion Group
4th Sunday of each month @ 4:00 pm (3:00 pm during the winter months)
DUMC’s Room 2
The Book Discussion Group reads and discusses books that, while not overtly Christian, offer insight into the world as it exists. This helps us understand how to follow the teachings of Jesus in that world. In choosing titles, we attempt to include selections from diverse cultures, different points of view, and a variety of time periods. We welcome new members and are always open to suggestions for good books.
Pins and Needles
Friday mornings from 9:30-11:30 am
DUMC’s Room 2
If you enjoy knitting and other needle crafts, this group is for you! We meet at the church to work on our projects and have fellowship with one another. Please feel free to join us whenever you are able. Beginners welcome!
Lenten Soup Suppers
Wednesday evenings during Lent
6:15 pm (Soup Supper), 7:15 pm (Worship Service)
Each year, we host a series of Soup Suppers during the season of Lent. Beginning with Ash Wednesday and continuing for the following five weeks, we gather for a simple meal of soup, bread, cofffe, and desssert, then join together in the Sanctuary for Worship. It takes the help of many volunteers to make this happen by providing pots of soup, helping with the set up, serving, or cleaning-up. All church members and friends are invited to join us as we prepare our hearts and minds for the Easter season.
For more info, please contact our church office @ 215-348-5224
