April 2025 Newsletter
Keeping you updated as we gather, grow and go!
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Recessions and Stewardship – What is a Christian to Do?
For the last several months, it has been almost impossible to watch a business show or read a business publication and not see dire warnings of an imminent recession. Sensationalism? Perhaps. But, if a recession does hit our economy later this year, how should that impact our stewardship? Let’s talk about that.
Whenever there's a crisis that causes a sharp downfall in our economy, is it really wise – or required of us – to give? Certainly, God knows when we don’t have much money and He wants us to be wise with what we have, right? Besides, if God owns it all . . . why does He need our money?
The answer is . . . He doesn’t. We don’t give out of God’s need for anything. We give out of our needs.
During His time on this earth, Jesus talked more about money than Hell. That tells us it’s an issue that’s pretty important to Him. But it’s not because He cares about or has need of money; it’s because He knows how important it tends to be to us. Jesus said the greatest commandment was to love God with all one’s heart, soul, and mind (Matthew 22:37). It follows, then, that it means with our money, too, especially if it occupies (or owns) much of our hearts.
There are many teachings in Scripture to give sacrificially – not just of our time and abilities, but of our money, too. And in the middle of crises everywhere might be the best time of all to consider giving more. Of all the reasons Scripture gives us to part with what’s closest to our hearts, there are seven biblical reasons to give – especially now. I’ll talk about one of them now, and I promise to discuss the others later.
Biblical Reason to Give, No. 1 – Giving Is Evidence of Our Obedience to God
The founder of Protestantism, Martin Luther, believed every Christian needed two conversions, one for his soul and one for his pocketbook. It’s pretty easy to say “I believe in God” and even “I’ll follow You, Jesus.” But when we give, as Scripture instructs, and it’s sacrificial (giving until it hurts), then our heart is involved. That’s an obedient follower . . . one who is willing to put his money where he says his heart is.
How is giving an act of obedience? In the Old Testament, God told the Israelites to give a tenth of what they owned to the Lord for the support of the priesthood. Under the New Covenant, Jesus instructed His followers to give generously in proportion to how we would like God to be generous toward us – see Luke 6:38.
Jesus also wants us to give as a grateful response to what we’ve been given. When we have been given the gift of salvation, haven’t we been given everything? In that regard, Jesus didn’t teach us to give just a tenth . . . He taught us to give more than that. Giving sacrificially to Jesus – our time, our talents, and our treasure – is evidence of not just our obedience, but of our love for Him.
Nowhere in the Bible is it suggested that we should only give when times are good or when our bank account is full. Remember from our article last month that Paul said in his first letter to the Corinthians that we should set aside a sum of money for later giving, which will allow us to continue our stewardship even in tough financial times.
Now about the collection for the Lord’s people: Do what I told the Galatian churches to do. On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will have to be made. --- 1 Corinthians 16:1-2
So, yes, we should continue to give even during recessions, and Paul tells us to plan ahead for lean times by putting aside some money for later giving.
Remember, the purpose of giving and stewardship isn’t to fund God’s church or His work. The purpose of giving is for us to make our hearts in proper posture regarding our relationship with God, and to demonstrate that we are aware that our purpose on Earth is to honor and glorify Him. Please prayerfully consider where giving to God ranks among the things in your life, and remember, we are merely the stewards of our earthly possessions.
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Expenses and Giving
Budgeted Giving, Feb-25 -- $155,500
Actual Giving, Feb-25 -- $191,311 (Excellent month; many thanks to everyone that contributed)
Budgeted Expenses, Feb-25 -- $155,500
Actual Expenses, Feb-25 -- $176,325 (Oops – more than budgeted, hoping for a better month in March)
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Budgeted Giving, YTD (first 8 months of our fiscal year) -- $1,332,500
Actual Giving, YTD -- $1,360,311 ($28,070 better than budget – we’re doing well through this point in our fiscal year)
Budgeted Expenses, YTD -- $1,332,500
Actual Expenses, YTD -- $1,298,584 ($33,916 better than budget – excellent work by our ministries!)
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Ways to Give to Due West Methodist Church
Give Online – Click this link: Donate - Due West Methodist Church
Give In Person – Drop cash or a check into the offering plate at any of our services
on Sunday morning.
Mail a Check – Send your gift to the Church office at:
Due West Methodist Church
3956 Due West Road
Marietta, GA 30064
Donate Stocks - We also accept in-kind contributions of stocks. If you would like more information, please contact our Business Coordinator, Amber Wilson at awilson@duewest.org.
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The Message of The Empty Tomb
As we begin the month of April, we are still in the season of Lent. We will finish our sermon series on the Beatitudes. We will celebrate Palm Sunday, and we will remember the events of Holy Week. And then we will celebrate the resurrection of our Lord!
You know the story. Here it is in Matthew’s words, from chapter 8, vs. 1-10:
After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb.
There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come and see the place where He lay. Then go quickly and tell His disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him.’ Now I have told you.” So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell His disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” He said. They came to Him, clasped His feet and worshiped Him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”
The Empty Tomb is worth celebrating!
The Empty Tomb reminds us that our God can do anything.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that death does not have the final word.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that “nothing can separate us from the love of God.”
The Empty Tomb reminds us that we are covered in the grace of God.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that we are sons and daughters of God.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that Jesus is both our Savior and our Lord.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that Jesus the man was also fully God.
The Empty Tomb reminds us that we are now and always Easter People.
Thank God for The Empty Tomb!
If it’s Sunday, you want to be at Due West,
David
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April 13 & 14 – CFA Auditions for Cue West Musical (Shrek)
April 13 - Palm Sunday and Easter Eggstravaganza
April 17 - Maundy Thursday Seder Meal @ 6:00 pm in FLC
April 18 - Good Friday Tenebrae @ 7:00 pm
April 20 - Easter Services - 7:00 Sunrise; 9:45 Modern; and 8:15, 9:45, 11am Traditional
April 25 & 26 - CFA Encore performances
April 27 - Healing Service
April 27 & May 4 - Due West 101 Membership Classes
April 28 & 29 - Women’s ministry - Preschool Muffins with Moms
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Be sure to come to our Easter Worship Services in April to celebrate our Lord's resurrection with us! Our Services will be as follows:
Sunday, April 13 - Palm Sunday Service
Our Palm Sunday Services will be occurring at their normal place and time for a regular Sunday Service:
Traditional: 8:30 am in Building C
Modern: 9:45 am in Building C
Traditional: 11:00 am in Building A
Thursday, April 17 - Maundy Thursday Service
Our Maundy Thursday Seder Meal is happening at 6:00 pm in Building B, the Family Life Center.
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday Service
Our Good Friday Service is happening at 7:00 pm in Building A.
Sunday, April 20 - Easter Sunday
Sunrise Service at 7:00 am on the Large Activity Field.
Traditional Service at 8:15 am in Building A.
Then, we will have our other Traditional and Modern Services simultaneously at 9:45 am in Buildings A and C respectively.
Finally, we will have one more Traditional Service at 11:15 am in Building A.
Nursery Availability
During our Maundy Thursday Seder Meal, childcare will be available downstairs in Building A.
On Good Friday, childcare will be available downstairs in Building A for the 7pm service.
On Easter Sunday, childcare will be available for birth-Kindergarten children downstairs in Building A during the 9:45 am & 11:15 am services only.
Can I help out with any of the services or events?
Absolutely! Volunteers are the most important part for making any event successful, and we appreciate any helping hands available. If you are interested in helping with a specific event or service aspect, please check out the list below:
Sunday Slides/Tech Booth: mboullain@duewest.org
Music and Worship: csalazar@duewest.org
Easter EGGstravaganza: Sign up to help out!
Childcare: ailes@duewest.org
Seder Meal: samg@duewest.org
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Support Groups
AA Open Meeting - Sundays @ 7:00 pm (Bldg A)
AA Women’s Group - Thursdays @ 7:00 pm (Bldg A)
GriefShare - Sundays @ 6:00 pm (Bldg C)
GRASP Support Group - Second Tuesday @ 7:00 pm (Bldg C)
S.O.S. Support Group - Second Thursday @ 7:00 pm (Bldg C)
Parkinson’s Support Group - Second Sunday @ 3:00 pm
Better Days - 1st and 3rd Mondays @ 7:00 pm (Bldg C)
Dementia Ministry Meetings
Spouse Support Group meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am.
Spouse Group meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm.
Family Support Group meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm.
Currently, all meetings are being held via Zoom. For more information, please email dementiaministry@duewest.org.
Weekly Exercise Classes (Bldg B)
Monday
Tone & Tighten @ 9:30 am (Nursery)
Tuesday
Pilates @ 9:30 am
Wednesday
Cardio-Sculpt @ 9:30 am (Nursery)
Slow Flow Yoga @ 10:35 am
Thursday
Zumba @ 9:30 am
Friday
Boot Camp @ 8:30 am (Nursery)
Stretch & Tone @ 9:30 am (Nursery)
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Maundy Thursday Seder Meal
This year for Holy week we will be hosting this very special service–The Seder Meal.
What is it?
The Seder meal is a special meal that the children of Israel were commanded by God to consume each year at the time of Passover. It was intended for a very specific and gravely important purpose: To remind future generations of the descendants of Israel that God had kept His promises and rescued them from bondage in Egypt.
And every year since, for well over 3,000 years, religious Jews have commemorated the Passover by partaking in the Seder meal. Each element of the Seder meal has specific meaning and significance to Jewish people, and it’s consumed in a very specific order and with specific types of foods to represent the plight of the Jewish people and the way that God has sustained them.
Even if you've never participated in a Seder meal, you’re probably familiar with the most famous time that the Seder meal was celebrated. That particular celebration of Seder is known as the Last Supper, when Jesus had His final meal with His disciples before being crucified the following day.
What Can I Expect?
On Maundy Thursday, which is Thursday, April 17th at 6:00 pm, we will join together in the Family Life Center for this special meal, which will be a guided experience designed to commemorate the suffering and deliverance of the children of Israel. Just like a Jewish family, we will have a full meal along with the symbolic elements of the Seder meal. Dinner will be provided. We anticipate this event to be approximately 2hrs in length.
Menu:
In addition to the symbolic Seder meal, a Jewish inspired meal will be provided.
Where and When?
Thursday April 17th at 6PM in the Family Life Center (Building B)
Childcare: Children’s Area, lower level of Building A (Enter through Blue DWkids double doors).
Childcare Considerations:
While children and youth are encouraged to attend this event; we do anticipate this to be a somewhat lengthy time (~2hrs). We strongly recommend parents use discretion on whether or not this event will be a good fit for your child. Childcare is available and recommended for children 8 years old or under.
Cost:
We kindly suggest a donation of $15/person who attends this event.
Questions?
Email Sam @samg@duewest.orgPrayer Requests
During the past two months, we have been learning about the electronic Directory that is available to us on the Church Center app. I hope you have taken a moment to update your profile and add a picture of yourself and your family! If you haven’t had a chance to do that yet, there is no time like the present!
In this article, we are highlighting PRAYER REQUESTS. This resource is available to you on the Home page.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 says “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Submit a Prayer Request - From the Home page, choose Prayer Requests. At the top of this page, you will see a blue button that says “Let us know how we can pray for you." Use this to submit a prayer request to the pastors. Complete a few questions and click “submit.”
Our Joys & Concerns – This information is updated weekly. Please visit this page regularly and pray earnestly for your brothers and sisters in Christ.
Opening Prayer
Joys
Prayer Concerns
Deaths
Ongoing Concerns
Military Concerns
Cancer Concerns
Due West 101
Due West 101 is a two-part class dedicated to helping explain who we are as a church, what we believe, and where you fit! This class is ideal for anyone who is new to our church and looking to get more engaged. This class is also a requirement if you would like to become a member of the church and have not previously been a member of Due West.
The Due West 101 class will take place over two Sundays, April 27th and May 4th, from 9:45-10:45 am. Please plan to attend both sessions.
Due West 101 4/27, 5/4 - Google Forms
Movie Night – MONUMENTAL: In Search of America’s National Treasure
Sunday, April 27, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Family Life Center – Building B
Monumental is the true story of America’s beginnings: the adventures of the Pilgrims, a tiny band of Christian outcasts, to go to America and build a Christian foundation that would give us the freest, most prosperous and generous nation the world has ever known. This movie will inspire adults and youth alike to be biblical citizens and confident Christian Americans.
CLICK HERE to Watch the Movie Trailer - Monumental: In Search of America's National Treasure
Please invite friends, family, and neighbors for an afternoon of food, fellowship and inspiration. Concessions will be available for a donation to the Due West Mission Programs. To reserve seats, please sign up on the Church Center App for this FREE movie CLICK HERE.
Name Badges
I hope by now you are seeing more and more people wearing their new Due West name badges and taking advantage of the opportunity to greet them by name! Thank you to everyone who has already ordered a name badge, and thank you for wearing it at church events! It is so helpful and allows us to connect with each other on a more personal level.
If you haven’t ordered your name badge yet, what are you waiting for? Contact Denise Luders via email at dluders@duewest.org right now! She will collect names and place a bulk order which will allow us all to enjoy a significant cost savings per badge. Individual badge orders are $18.50 each, but by placing a bulk order, we can save about $5 per badge.
Altar Flowers
Did you know we have a Flower Ministry at Due West Methodist? A floral arrangement can be purchased and displayed on the altar during Sunday morning services in honor or memory of someone you love, to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, or just because you love Jesus. An acknowledgment of the flowers will be included in the preservice slides. You will also have the option of taking home the arrangement after the service or donating it to the Flower Ministry. If you choose to donate it, we have volunteers on Monday morning that will divide the arrangement into smaller bouquets and deliver them to you as well as to church members on our prayer list. Speaking of these volunteers, we need a few more people that can volunteer a few hours on Monday mornings. The time commitment is generally less than once per month.
The arrangements cost $65 and are available to purchase from January – November of each year, with the exception of the first Sunday of each month. You can click here to order Altar Flowers for an upcoming Sunday. Alternatively, you can contact Denise Luders for assistance at dluders@duewest.org or call the church office at 770-427-3835.
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It’s time to be planning for the 2025–2026 school year! Due West Preschool Ministry is excited to announce that registration is still open, and we have openings in our 1’s, 2’s, and 4’s classes. Registration forms are available on our website.
We’d love for you to schedule a tour to visit our classrooms, meet our wonderful staff, and learn more about our program. Come see why we’re proud to be certified as a “Preschool of Excellence”!
To schedule a tour, please call our preschool office at 770-590-0982. For additional information or questions, feel free to email skubek@duewest.org.
We look forward to welcoming your family to Due West Methodist Preschool!
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Preschool Sunday School
Jesus is Alive!
Memory Verse: “I am alive forever and ever!” Revelation 1:18, NIV
What would you call a happy day? Maybe a day with no traffic, or a day when your boss gives you an unexpected bonus. How about the day you got married, or the day a child was born? All of these are happy days, but this month, we’re talking with preschoolers about days that are happy because Jesus is alive. Easter is the happiest of happy days, and every day can be a happy day because Jesus is alive. What an awesome privilege we have to share the good news with preschoolers that Jesus is alive!
Elementary Sunday School
Hope - Believing that something good can come out of something bad.
Memory Verse: “In this world you will have trouble. But be encouraged! I have won the battle over the world.” John 16:33B, NIRV
Life can be complicated. In fact, Jesus told His disciples that we would have trouble in this world (John 16:33b). Sometimes, we may not understand why something happens the way it does. Yet, in spite of the things that go wrong or the things we don’t understand, we can have hope that God knows what’s best and is working for our good. Because of that, we can trust God no matter what as we begin to explore why the story of Jesus is good news for everyone.
dwKids Offerings Easter Sunday
We will not have traditional dwKids programming on Easter Sunday so that families can worship together. Childcare will be available downstairs in Building A during the 9:45 & 11:15 services for birth-Kindergarten. Please reach out to Alicia Iles with any questions.
dwCrew is a specialized time of fun, learning, and service for 3rd-5th graders. We will be meeting this month on April 27th from 12:00-1:30 pm. Lunch is $3 and check-in is just inside the blue dwKids doors.
Summer Camps
From science to sports, we are excited for all of the amazing camps we have available this summer. Be sure to check out the church website and Church Center for details on how to register.
Vacation Bible School
At True North VBS, kids will explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today and learn that Jesus is our true north! Register today to attend True North VBS Monday, June 2nd - Thursday, June 5th.
Be a Volunteer!
In order to provide this amazing experience to our community, we are in need of many volunteers. Register today to help at True North Vacation Bible School and help kids learn to trust Jesus in a wild world! If you have not volunteered in the past, you'll find it to be life changing for you as well as the kids! We are searching for both adult and youth leaders. Volunteers must have finished the 6th grade, love the Lord, love children, and like to have fun.
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April Newsletter
Check out our April Youth Newsletter for everything you need to know about youth activities this month!
April Youth Newsletter - CLICK HERE to view!
Join us Sunday nights from 5:30-7:30 pm for Ignite!
April 6 - NO Ignite - Spring Break
April 13 - Regular Ignite, Palm Sunday
April 20 - NO Ignite - Easter Sunday
April 27 - Regular Ignite
To subscribe to our monthly newsletter CLICK HERE.
Youth Go to Worship - April 6
1st Sunday of each Month!
Youth will not meet for Sunday school, but will go to either the 9:45 or 11:00 am service on the first Sunday of every month. This is a great opportunity to fellowship with the rest of the church and to participate in communion. Come sit together! We will be at the front of the church on the right as you come in the narthex doors.
Can’t wait to see you all there!
Rooted Youth Choir
The Rooted Youth Choir holds weekly rehearsals on Wednesdays from 6 to 6:45 pm in Sanctuary A. Contact Katy Simmons at ksimmons@duewest.org for more information.
Come sing with us!
Youth Choir Tour - May 24-29, 2025
This trip is part choir tour and part mission trip with Praying Pelican Missions, and is open to all youth at DWMC! The group will sing at some of these mission areas, but youth are not obligated to sing. We will be staying at a local church which will provide us meals and housing. Sunday, May 25th, we will attend a local church together and do a fun activity together in the afternoon. To learn more CLICK HERE.
Deadline for registration: April 17th at noon!
Please contact Katy Simmons at ksimmons@duewest.org for questions.
SPECIAL THANKS: Thank you so much to our congregation, for helping to make Movies, Music and More such a success! You helped our youth be able to minister in Jackson!
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Modern WorshipBand Volunteers
Due West’s Modern service is currently seeking to add musicians to the band in the following roles:
Bass players
Other instrumentalists on a rotating or substitute basis
Let us know what you play! Time commitment is Sunday mornings for rehearsal and service, and whatever time you need to prepare at home for upcoming services. Email csalazar@duewest.org for more info.
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There are lots of exciting things coming up soon for the Center for the Arts that you won’t want to miss! Be sure to check out our webpage to learn more!
April 13th & 14th - Auditions for ages 8-18 for SHREK the musical! Show dates are July 18th-20th. Use this link to signup for an audition time:
April 25th & 26th - Encore 2025! Get your tickets for this high energy showcase presented by our Storybook Playhouse (ages 2nd - 5th grade).
Ticket link:
We are now offering mommy and me (or caregiver and me) classes for babies and toddlers. These classes are offered in partnership with Kindermusik of West Cobb. Please see their site to register https://regalperformingarts.com/.
Watercolor Classes for Adults
Join us every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 10:30 am-12:00 pm for a fun watercolor class with Annette Lewis. You can commit to just one class at a time, and no experience is necessary - Annette will guide you step-by-step. Just bring yourself and your supplies, or if you don’t have supplies just let her know and Annette will provide those for you. Cost is $13 if you bring your own supplies, $17 if you’d like Annette to provide them. Simply send Annette a text at 404-664-9906 if you’d like to join the class.
Instrumental lessons
We are thrilled to offer you lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele and harmonica. If you are interested in private lessons in any of those instruments, please send an email to Nicole at cfa@duewest.org for more information.
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Missions Newsletter for April
Check out our missions newsletter to learn more about all the church wide mission projects we have going on here at Due West!
Click HERE to read the Missions Newsletter for April
Check out our Missions Website HERE!
Click Here for the Missions Facebook Page
Sign up for our monthly MailChimp emails by clicking HERE.
Costa Rica: September 20-27
Cost: Approx. $1,500. Construction, VBS, Teacher conference exploration. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. Lodging is in a hotel. Spanish speakers are a plus but not necessary. For more information on Church Center CLICK HERE.
Guatemala: June 6-14
Cost: Approx. $1,500. Dale Hajost trip leader. Medical support (nurses, doctors, dental hygienists, ophthalmologists), light construction, VBS, Spanish speakers are a plus but not necessary. Lodging is in a local mission house. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent.
Prayer and Project Time - Teach Love Ministry
April 14, 9:30 am in Building C, room 219
The first school Monday of each month, our group meets to pray for and create a tangible project as a gift for educators in the schools in our area. FREE childcare is available! No reservation necessary. For information please email Jane Swanson at janecswan@gmail.com.
Teacher Appreciation Gifts for YOU!
April 27 and May 4
All school educators! Teachers, paras, admins, bus drivers, café workers, office staff, etc. We have a special appreciation gift for you available in the narthex after each service on April 27th and May 4th. Please stop by and pick one up!
Donations Needed for Teacher Recess on June 9
BUSINESS OWNERS / DECISION MAKERS!
The Teach Love Ministry needs your help filling up gift bags for our educator guests for our 3rd Annual Teacher Recess on June 9th.
Your business can help us by:
Donating gift cards or products for one of our raffle prizes
Donating coupons for your business
Your business will be featured on all signage we have at the event. In addition, it will be included in our church communications to our congregation as a THANK YOU for helping us to love on our area teachers. All items are due by June 1st. Please take donations to Admin 2 during the week or the Visitor Center in either building on Sundays. For more information, please contact Jane Swanson at janecswan@gmail.com.
April Teacher of the Month Nominations
Due April 30
The Teach Love Ministry would like to recognize teachers who are educating the children from Due West Methodist Church. Please fill out our short nomination form letting us know why you’d like to nominate your teacher!
CLICK HERE to view the nomination form.
Teacher Recess
Monday, June 9, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
In the Youth Center Building C (Lower Level facing Due West Road) the Teach Love Ministry at Due West invites you to Teacher Recess!
Prizes, Raffles, Dessert and Fellowship!
FREE Childcare is available!
Please register so we can plan for the right number of people and for childcare.
We hope you can join us for the fun!
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The Pickleball schedule is as follows and everyone is invited to join us!
Mondays - 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Tuesdays - 1:00-3:00 pm
Wednesdays - 6:00-8:00 pm
Thursdays - 1:00-3:00 pm
We have the equipment here at the church and you are welcome to use it.
Indoor Soccer is currently underway and being played in our Family Life Center. Practices are weekday evenings and games are played on Saturdays.
Registration for Spring Outdoor Soccer opened on January 1st.
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Women’s Bible Study
The Tuesday Women's Bible Study will begin studying the video series, "The Power of Jesus' Name" by Tony Evans on April 15th at 9:30 am in Room 219 in Building C. The book can be purchased on Amazon.com or Christianbooks.com. All women are welcome.
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The Congregational Care Ministry is committed to sharing the love of Christ by loving and supporting our church family. We work with our Pastors to meet the needs of our congregation, especially during times of illness and loss, and to those who no longer can attend worship services. We walk alongside those going through hard times utilizing home and facility visits, phone calls, cards, and emails.
It is a joy to offer Holy Communion to those who cannot come to the Lord’s Table and offer anointing with oil as a reminder that Christ is always with us in body, mind, and spirit. We provide Holy Communion after our services each Sunday and serve in the Healing Services and Longest Night Service each year.
Our Ministry is ready and waiting to be there for you, and we assure you of complete confidentiality. To be assigned a CCM, please get in touch with Brenda Wyatt, Lay Leader, at bwyatt66chs@gmail.com or 770-605-3709.
Matthew 25:40: “Truly I tell you whatever you did for one of the least of those brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
In His Service by Your Side
Brenda Wyatt
GriefShare - Comforting Others
After the funeral, when the cards and flowers have stopped coming, most of the people around you return to their normal lives. But your grief continues and you may feel alone. Often friends and family want to help, but don't know how. That's the reason for GriefShare. Our group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and have successfully rebuilt their lives. We understand how you feel because we have been in the same place. We will walk with you on the long path through grief toward healing and restored hope for the future.GriefShare is a nationwide network committed to biblical concepts for healing from your grief. To learn more visit the GriefShare website at www.griefshare.org
What to Expect: GriefShare is a group that meets weekly for 13 weeks. There are three key parts to the group.
· Video Seminar
· Support Group
· Workbook (Provided)
The current 13-week cycle began in February. Join us at 6:00 pm in Building C, Room 242, everyone is welcome to join the group here. If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please contact Connie Morrow:
Email: cmm10500@gmail.com
Cell Phone (Preferred): 904-651-2732
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Media Team Sunday Volunteering
Hey Due West family! On Sundays, have you ever used the lyrics on the screens to follow along with worship? Or read the scripture with Pastor David? Seen the offering photos? Maybe you’ve watched the announcement videos? All of these are controlled by a Media Team volunteer back in the tech booth! We have tons of opportunities for volunteering, but our most needed position right now is ProPresenter Operator. If you have ever used something like PowerPoint, then you are immediately qualified to use ProPresenter! Matt, the Director of Media, handles all of the stressful “tech”-y bits and personally teaches you ProPresenter through shadowing and practical experience!
If you would only like to volunteer once a month, that’s perfectly fine! We are very flexible with scheduling and have positions available for every service time. If you are still hesitant to volunteer, just give it a try and volunteer for one Sunday! All you have to do is email Matt Boullain and he’ll walk you through everything!
Can I help out with any of the Easter services or events?
Absolutely! Volunteers are the most important part for making any event successful, and we appreciate any helping hands available. If you are interested in helping with a specific event or service aspect, please check out the list below:
Sunday Slides/Tech Booth: mboullain@duewest.org
Music and Worship: csalazar@duewest.org
Easter EGGstravaganza: Sign up to help out!
Childcare: ailes@duewest.org
Seder Meal: samg@duewest.org
Online Giving
You can give online using your smartphone, tablet or computer. Click here to begin giving through our system. Contact Amber Wilson at awilson@duewest.org if you have any questions.
Due West Market
Click here to shop! We are taking orders for congregational name tags!
Altar Flowers
Honor a loved one with altar flowers displayed in front of the pulpit on Sunday mornings. Learn More & Purchase
Prayer Requests
Need prayer? Click here to submit a prayer request!
