"Sound Pollution"
This Sunday
Mr. Tim Good will be sharing the message during worship service entitled SOUND
POLLUTION. The words that we share with others can make a
big difference in their lives, how they view others and their relationship
with us. Think about some of the things that you have heard in your
lifetime and how it has shaped you. Our words are just as
important. But let's hear how Tim shares the message with us.
Join us on Sunday at 10:00 a.m.. ALL are welcome!
NOTE:
This year, our summer worship schedule continues through the end of
September. In other words, we continue to have one worship service
at 10:00 AM on Sundays, September 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Woodridge UMC
is an open and loving United Methodist community striving to
be:
Welcoming
to all;
Uniting in service toward greater social justice for all;
Moving forward with understanding and acceptance of all
peoples;
Creating disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation
of the world.
Our purpose is
to offer a safe place and community to all races, cultures, religions,
genders, sexual identities, ethnicities, age groups and other
beliefs.
Pastor Dave's
Blog
"Bishop Dyck's Prayer Request for
Chicago"
In worship this past
Sunday, we shared part of a prayer request from our Bishop, the Rev. Sally
Dyck, for Chicago as police officer Jason Van Dyke is on trial for the
murder of Laquan McDonald. But I want you to have the full text of the
Bishop's request. To see more, go to Pastor Dave's blog here.
upcoming
events
Sunday, September 16th
- ONE Worship Service at 10:00 am
- Filipino Baptist at 3:30 pm
- A.A. Meeting at 7:00 pm
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
Monday, September 17th
- Cub Scouts at 7:00 pm
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 18th
- Bible Study at 10:30 am
- Boy Scout Committee at 6:30 am
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
- Outreach Meeting at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, September 19th
- WNL at 6:00 pm
- Cub Scouts at 6:30 pm
- Bible Study at 7:00 pm
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
Thursday, September 20th
- Yoga at 6:30 pm
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
- Boy Scouts at 7:30 pm
Friday, September 21st
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
Saturday, September 22nd
-Ad Council at 9:00 am
- Irshad at 7:00 pm
Sunday, September 23rd
- ONE Worship Service at 10:00 am
- Filipino Baptist at 3:30 pm
- A.A. Meeting at 7:00 pm
Electronic
Giving
If you use
electronic giving and have save the link, the website address has changed.
Please visit our website and follow the e-Giving link at
the bottom of the page to the new web address or go here.
Summer Worship
Schedule 2018
For June
3rd through September 30th, we will have one single
worship service at 10 am. The regular two service schedule
will return in October.
DON’T FORGET
OUR MEMBERS WITH LIMITED MOBILITY
Please
remember to keep in your prayers a few of our members who are not able to
get to church as often as they would like because of medical challenges. We
have included their addresses here in case you would also like to send a
card/words of encouragement:
Marv and Gen Bailey,
14804 S. Van Dyke Drive, #2245, Plainfield, Illinois 60544
Vi Schobel,
Westbury Care, 1800 Robin Lane, Lisle, Illinois 60532
Mary Ellen Rice,
8129 Carolwood Lane, Woodridge, IL 60517
Joan Kettel,
phone calls preferred but please limit the length of the conversation
Juan Marianyi,
21422 W. Douglas Lane, Plainfield, IL 60544
Will Grosch,
1261 Cobblestone Court, Naperville, IL 60564 (email grosch1@wowway.com)
FALL BIBLE
STUDY
On Tuesday, September 11th and
Wednesday, September 12th we began a new season of Bible study
classes on WAY OF LIFE by Brian McLaren. This study is based on the book by
Brian McLaren entitled THE GREAT SPIRITUAL MIGRATION.
There are books available for purchase in the narthex. It's not too
late to join the conversation!
Photos
Needed
We would like
to decorate our newly named rooms. Please send copies of any photos of Friendship
Church in the Philippines, Trinity Church in Joliet, or of Jack Sipley to
the office so that we might make a display. (We will return your
originals). Thank you to those that have already sent us photos. We are
still in need of some for those remaining on the
list.
ACTIVE SHOOTER
TRAINING
In response to
interest, the Northern Illinois Conference is providing free online
training addressing an “Active Shooter” situation. The framework of
the course being offered to Conference churches focuses on the nationally
recognized methodology entitled ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and
Evacuate). The objective of the course is to authorize and empower
individuals with the tools necessary to increase survivability during a
violent event. Each church is allowed access to the online ALICE training
module once on a group basis. The group should include church
pastoral staff, ushers, and church leadership. It is not intended for the
membership at large. Each NIC member church is encouraged to complete
the Active Shooter training by December 15, 2018. If you would like to be
included in WUMC's group, please contact the church office.
Yoga Every
Thursday
Yoga is one
way to create strength, balance, and flexibility in the body's also a time
to practice stillness and develop patience. Please wear comfortable
clothing that ensures privacy while allowing mobility. Bring a mat or a
large towel. Yoga will start up on Thursday, September 13th and
will run every Thursday through December (except for those noted). Cost is
$5 per person. If you are attending for the first time, please arrive a few
minutes early to sign a health waiver and meet the instructor. Any
questions, please contact Carrie Santucci at 630-532-7741 or funkylarry@yahoo.com. There
will be no class October 25th, November 22nd and December
27th.
Service of
Installation for Jeffry Bross
Please join us
for the Service of Installation for Jeffry Bross as District Superintendent
on Sunday, September 16th at Grace United Methodist
at 2:00 pm with a Dessert Reception to follow.
DuPagePads 14th
Annual Run 4 Home
Run 4 Home 10K & 5K Run, 5K & 1K
Walk
Saturday, September 15, 2018, 8:00am
703 West
Liberty, Wheaton
Bring your
family, friends and coworkers to DuPagePads 14th Annual Run 4 Home. The
CARA certified race and USATF certified course will take runners and
walkers through scenic streets of Wheaton and back to DuPagePads for a
celebration, including a Kids Corner featuring games, prizes, face painting
and more!
Adventurers is
Back!
Adventurers is
a group of adults from WUMC who have been socializing once a month for many
years. We may go to a restaurant, play, or someone's home. We
have great fun visiting our local businesses. A host volunteers each month
then chooses the activity, gets the facts to the church office so they can
be in the newsletter and bulletin (office@woodridgeumu.org)
, and possibly hosts the group at their house for dessert and more easy
conversation.
The potluck
cookout scheduled for September 22nd has been changed
to October 20th. If you can host a September outing,
please contact Gwenn Edman.
Methodist Open
Golf Outing
On Saturday, September
22nd at 1:00 pm at the Downers Grove Gold Club you are invited to
play in the the Methodist Open Golf Outing. We will have all sorts of fun
prizes for golfers of all abilities. You may even wish to invite some of
your friends to join us. Form your own foursome or join one of ours!
Registration the beginning of September is though September 15th. The cost
is $25 which includes green fees and the prize fund. For more information
please contact Bruce or Linda Swanson at 630.969.2514. WUMC’s office has
the registration form if you would like a copy.
Life Line
Screening
We will be at
Woodridge United Methodist Church on Tuesday, September 25th. Getting
screened is simple; painless, non-invasive.
Three ways to register:
Call toll-free: 1.866.229.0469
Online: www.lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle
Text: the word
CIRCLE to 79797
Church
Picnic
Our Annual
Church Picnic will be on Sunday, September 30th after the
worship service. There is a sign up sheet in the narthex! Come out and have
some fun.
First Friday
Lunch
First Friday
Lunch will resume its carefree lunch date on October 5 at noon in
Bonfal Hall. EVERYONE is invited and it's so easy! Bring your own lunch
and, if you'd like, a dish to share. We guarantee an hour of easy
conversation. No reservations needed - just show up!
55th
Anniversary Party
Our church is
55 years old this year!! We will be celebrating on October 21st
during service and we will be having a luncheon. Come join your church
family for this wonderful event!
Save the
Date!!
Mark your
calendars! It’s official! Our church conference date for 2018 is Saturday,
December 8, 2018. The Staff-Parish Committee will meet at 9:30 am
and the church conference will begin at 10:00 am. Further information
concerning report deadlines for committee chairs will be released in the
Fall.
Employment
Opportunities
FOCUS
Ministries (a fail based non-profit organization that provides counseling,
support groups, & educational materials to those who experience
domestic violence and abusive relationships offering hope and healing
through Jesus Christ) is looking for a part-time Vice President
to be involved in program management, community & public relations,
product & fundraising development and lay counseling. Qualifications
include a bachelors degree with experience and knowledge of domestic
violence, possess leadership, management, communication & people
skills, multi-tasking, working knowledge of MS Office. Email resume to contactus@focusministries1.org
InterVarsity
Press has a part-time opening for a Marketing Coordinator.
The position will effectively coordinate and support the promotion,
advertising, and marketing of general and academic books. Requirements
include a minimum of a 2 year degree, effective oral and written
communication skills, working knowledge of MS Office is preferred, detail
oriented, able to multitask and comfortable focusing on administrative and
repetitive tasks. Visit www.ivpress.com
for more information and to fill out the online application.
SAVE THE DATES
Public Action to Deliver Shelter (PADS)
DuPagePADS is
committed to ending homelessness in DuPage County through housing, support
services and employment. At our Church, Woodridge United Methodist
Church (WUMC), PADS is one of our most important local
missions. SAVE THE DATES FOR THE UPCOMING 2018/2019
SERVICE YEAR: OCTOBER 16/17; DECEMBER 18/19; FEBRUARY 19/20; AND
APRIL 16/17. SIGN UP TO SERVE IN THE NARTHEX!!!
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Looking
Ahead
September
30th - Church Picnic
October 20th -
55th Anniversary of Woodridge UMC
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Our Mission:
Welcoming
to all;
United in service toward greater social justice for all;
Moving forward with understanding and acceptance of all
peoples;
Creating disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation
of the world.
Our purpose is
to offer a safe place and community to all races, cultures, religions,
genders, sexual identities, ethnicities, age groups and other
beliefs.
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14th, 2018, Volume 9, Edition 37
