May 2025 Newsletter
Keeping you updated as we gather, grow and go!
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Recessions and Stewardship – What is a Christian to Do?
As I am writing this, we have just passed April 15th, traditionally “tax day” in the United States, when individual tax returns or extensions are due to the government. In Georgia and several other states, returns are due this year on May 1st due to hardships caused by Hurricane Helene back in October. So, if you haven’t filed or extended yet . . .
Paying taxes is something that almost everyone struggles with, and Christians are no exception. Parting with one’s hard-earned money is bad enough, but we often think that our taxes are squandered by an uncaring bureaucracy or spent on things to which we object. What do we do about that rotten situation? Well, the Apostle Paul tells us in his letter to the Romans:
For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer.
Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.
This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing.
Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.
--- Romans 13:4-7
Okay – so it is our duty to pay our taxes. But the government gives vast amounts of money to the poor, the hungry, the aged . . . these are things that the Bible tells us to do. We might be tempted to think that, well, the government takes care of these needy folks, so my tax payment is basically my tithe, and I don’t need to give to my church. The Bible answers this question clearly in this wonderful story in Matthew, wherein the Pharisees have plotted to trap Jesus with His own words.
“Tell us then, what is your opinion? Is it right to pay the imperial tax to Caesar or not?”
But Jesus, knowing their evil intent, said, “You hypocrites, why are you trying to trap me? Show me the coin used for paying the tax.” They brought Him a denarius, and He asked them, “Whose image is this? And whose inscription?”
“Caesar’s,” they replied. Then He said to them, “So give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.”
When they heard this, they were amazed. So they left Him and went away.
--- Matthew 22:17-22
There’s a lot to unpack in this passage. First of all, I smile every time I come across this story wherein Jesus turns the tables on the Pharisees, and they slink away – priceless. Next, though, we are again clearly told that we are to pay the taxes that we owe (“give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s”). The next part, though, tells us that we are also to give to God what is God’s through tithing, or being a good steward. This command holds even when taxes hit our bank accounts hard. Remember what Paul told us in his first letter to the Christians in Corinth:
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
That is, you should set aside some funds for giving to God, knowing that you will have taxes (and a lot of other stuff) to pay. So, when April 15th (May 1st this year) rolls around, you should not have to say to yourself “Gotta pay those taxes now, I’ll take care of God next month.”
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 right in 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, March-25 -- $166,500
Actual Giving, March-25 -- $176,963 (Very good month; thanks to everyone that contributed)
Budgeted Expenses, March-25 -- $166,500
Actual Expenses, March-25 -- $146,380 (Outstanding expense control by our ministries)
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Budgeted Giving, YTD (first 9 months of our fiscal year) -- $1,499,000
Actual Giving, YTD -- $1,537,532 ($38,532 better than budget – we’re doing quite well through this point in our fiscal year)
Budgeted Expenses, YTD -- $1,499,000
Actual Expenses, YTD -- $1,444,964 ($54,036 better than budget – excellent fiscal discipline 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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Living in Light of Easter
The month of May is upon us! With it brings several notable things:
Our senior Pastor David Campbell will be beginning his well deserved Sabbatical this month
Mother’s Day (May 11th)!
The school year ends this month.
For many of us, this will be a very full and busy time. Here’s what I’ve found: In all the things going on it can be easy to get distracted. Even though we just celebrated Easter and a deeply meaningful Holy Week, it can be easy to disengage.
I’m reminded of this passage of scripture, John 21:20-22.
20 Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them. (This was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper and had said, “Lord, who is going to betray You?”) 21 When Peter saw him, he asked, “Lord, what about him?”
22 Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.”
The context here matters. Peter has, as predicted, denied Jesus three times and following the resurrection has just been reinstated by Jesus. This reinstatement (John 21:15-19) was painful and humbling. Jesus indicated the kind of death that Peter would ultimately die.
It’s interesting to me, the next thing out of Peter’s mouth is “Lord, what about him?”
Jesus gives Peter rare and prophetic insight into his future– granted it is sobering but who else in the scripture gets this kind of revelation? Peter’s response tries to divert the conversation away. Does this hit home to you? How often do we hear from the Lord or have a mountain top sort of experience only to lose focus on something or someone else?
I’m convinced that the work of the enemy in our lives is often distraction. How can I get these people to focus on something, anything, other than what is truly important?
I love how Jesus brings the conversation right back on target, “[W]hat is that to you? You must follow me.” This is true for each of us. These are Jesus' words to us as well! That’s my prayer for us this month–in all that is going on we would not miss following Jesus and that for every time we might be tempted to wander, we would hear His call, “You must follow me.”
In the end, Peter did just that, he followed Jesus to the very end and I believe the same will be true for you and me.
I look forward to our time together this month.
God bless you to follow Him,
Sam Gindlesberger
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May 4 - Due West 101 Class (2 of 2)
May 4 - Senior Breakfast & Recognition @ 11am service
May 4 - dwCrew @ NinjaFit
May 4 - Emmaus Information Meeting
May 11 - Mother’s Day; Way Maker Baby Bottle Campaign
May 13 - Preschool Kindergarten Graduation
May 14 - Last day of Preschool
May 15 - Firearms & Fellowship
May 17 - Estate Planning Workshop
May 18 - Splash into Summer Event
May 18 - Annual Charge Conference @ 4pm
May 18 - Step Up Ignite
May 24-29 - Youth Choir Mission Trip to Jackson, Mississippi
May 26 - Memorial Day Holiday
May 31 - Way Maker’s 1st Annual fundraiser at Chattahoochee Nature Center
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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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Habitat for Humanity 2025 Fundraiser
For our 5th year, Due West Methodist Church will be working with the Cobb Interfaith Habitat Coalition to provide volunteers and funds to help support Habitat for Humanity. We are looking for donations to support this Mission effort. Our goal is to raise $8,000 to support the construction costs. We’re already at $4,800, so let’s do one last push!
Please prayerfully consider donating online or submitting a check to Due West Methodist Church with Habitat for Humanity in the comment line.
Emmaus Community Informational Meeting
Sunday, May 4
Family Life Center - Building B
2:00-4:00 pm
Due West will host an Emmaus Community Informational Meeting Sunday, May 4th, in the Family Life Center - Building B from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The Emmaus Community offers 3 different programs designed as “experiences of Christian spiritual renewal and formation” including: Walk to Emmaus, Chrysalis (for youth), and Face-to-Face. As a church, we are working toward building a strong community of people who have experienced these programs and participated in the spiritual renewal they offer. We believe that these programs both benefit people as individuals and us as a whole church.
Whether you are just curious or have attended an Emmaus program before, we would love to have you join us!
Annual Charge Conference
If you are a voting member of our Administrative Board, we will have a called charge conference at 4pm on Sunday, May 18th in the choir room. The purpose is to formally approve our officers and budget.
Firearms and Fellowship
All are welcome! Thursday, May 15, 6:00 pm
Make plans to fellowship with us at Governor's Gun Club of Kennesaw on Thursday, May 15th, for Firearms and Fellowship!
Governors Gun Club Policy
All non-club members now have to pay for range time. Club members are free as per your membership agreement. We will still gather at 6:00 pm for range time, and those that are interested are welcome to stay for dinner at the club at 7:00 pm. It is imperative that you RSVP to Mark Hellman at mhellman@duewest.org by Monday, May 12th, at NOON, so that we can reserve range time and dinner. If you do not RSVP, we cannot guarantee you a spot.
Come and fellowship with us!
Join this group on Church Center here
Van Fundraiser Drive
Due West is going mobile! This fundraiser to help purchase two fifteen-passenger vans is underway. These vans will greatly help many of our mission programs, ministries, and groups here on campus! If you would like to contribute to this goal, you can do so by clicking 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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Prayer 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
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Due West Methodist Preschool is thrilled to announce that we have been officially awarded the Preschool of Excellence certification by the Noonday Baptist Association! This prestigious recognition highlights the dedication of our staff, the strength of our curriculum, and the Christ-centered, nurturing environment we provide for every child.
As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we’re also excited to open registration for the 2025–2026 school year. We currently have openings in our 1’s, 2’s, and 4’s classes. Registration forms are available on our website, and we invite you to schedule a tour to explore our classrooms, meet our passionate teachers, and learn more about what makes our preschool so special.
Come see why families continue to choose Due West Preschool for an outstanding early childhood education rooted in faith and excellence.
To schedule a tour, please call the preschool office at 770-590-0982 or email skubek@duewest.org. We can’t wait to welcome your family into our preschool community!
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Preschool Sunday School
Memory Verse: “I know that God helps me.” Psalm 54:4, NIrV
There was a time when learning how to tie our shoes was a big thing. Walking into a new preschool class was a big thing. And sleeping in our own bedroom by ourselves, that was a really big thing—like SO BIG! And now that we’re all grown up, the big things keep coming.
God is going to give our preschoolers big things to do. God is going to give them little things to do. And whether it’s a big thing or a little thing, we want our preschoolers to know that they have the Lord our God to help them. God helps me do big things!
Elementary Sunday School
Initiative - Seeing what needs to be done and doing it.
Memory Verse: “None of you should look out just for your own good. Each of you should also look out for the good of others.” Philippians 2:4, NIrV
Getting started can sometimes seem like the hardest part of meeting a need. But it actually starts before then. First, we have to see the needs around us. Initiative isn’t just some practical principle; it’s really a spiritual principle that starts with God. God took initiative on our behalf by seeing that our relationship was broken and needed to be fixed. So God sent Jesus to make it right. And because we are made in God’s image, we are wired to be able to take initiative and get things done too.
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.
Splash Into Summer Family Event Join us on May 18th to celebrate the end of the school year and welcome summer! We will have water slides, pizza, and a treat for all preschool and elementary-aged children and their families. The event will take place on the Large Activity Field from 12:15 pm to 2:30 pm. We hope to see you there!
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May Newsletter
Check out our May Youth Newsletter for everything you need to know about youth activities this month!
May Youth Newsletter - CLICK HERE to view!
Join us Sunday nights from 5:30-7:30 pm for Ignite!
May 4 - Senior Breakfast; Recognition at 11 am service; Legacy Ignite
May 11 - NO Ignite - Mother’s Day
May 18 - Step Up Ignite
May 25 - NO Ignite - Memorial Day
June 1 - Pool Party at the Franklin’s - Sign up on Church Center HERE
To subscribe to our monthly newsletter CLICK HERE.
Youth Go to Worship - May 4
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
Rooted is singing on May 4th and 18th for the 11:00 am service!
Please pray for our mission trip beginning May 24th!
The Rooted Youth Choir holds weekly rehearsals on Wednesdays from 6 to 6:45 pm in Sanctuary A. Our last practice will be May 16th. Contact Katy Simmons at ksimmons@duewest.org for more information.
Come sing with us!
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Modern Worship Band 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.
Freedom Sunday is June 29th, 2025
Check out our brand new Freedom Sunday website! Duewest.org/freedom-sunday where you can submit photos of veterans or active service men and women, volunteer to carry a flag for your branch of the military, or sign up to sing in the choir for this special service.
As we prepare to honor our veterans and celebrate God’s foundation in our country this coming Freedom Sunday, June 29th, we want to engage the congregation in three very meaningful ways.
First, if you have served, or would like to recognize immediate family that have served or are currently serving in the armed forces, we would like to include your photo in a slideshow. Submissions are due by June 10th. Simply use a cell phone to take a clear (no glare) picture of the photo you’d like to include, and submit it on our website duewest.org/freedom-sunday. On the website, you can also check to see if we already have your picture included from last year.
Second, we are asking representatives—either active or veteran—from each branch of the military to carry that branch’s flag. We need a representative at each traditional service, 8:30 and 11:00 am. You may volunteer for one or both. Time commitment is only the morning of June 29th, for about an hour per service. Go to duewest.org/freedom-sunday to secure your position. Act quickly as some branches fill up fast!
Third and finally, if you would like to be a part of making this special Sunday happen, NOW is the time to get involved. “Freedom Singers” begins rehearsal on May 7th, and will rehearse for only eight weeks! This is a great low-commitment way to get involved in the music at Due West and support this celebration. Go to duewest.org/freedom-sunday to let Christine know you’re coming to rehearsal. You do NOT need to know how to read music. You DO need to come with a heart of praise and a willingness to express worship through song. We welcome all voice types and all voices. No audition is required to sing in choir.
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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!
We are now offering mommy and me (or caregiver and me) classes for babies and toddlers. These classes are offered in partnership with Kindermusikof 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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Check out our missions newsletter to learn more about all the churchwide mission projects we have going on here at Due West!
Click HERE to read the Missions Newsletter for May
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 Mission Trip September 20-27, 2025
Cost: Approx. $1,500. Construction, VBS. 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.
Deadline to Register is May 30th!
MUST Summer Lunch
May 27 to July 31
Summer Lunch is back!
Kids who usually depend on free or reduced price meals at school will be home all summer. MUST’s summer lunch program tries to fill the long summer with meals. Each child receives 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 snacks each week.
We start collecting food donations this month! For a list of requested food items, CLICK HERE. Monetary donations are welcome anytime! You can send a check to Due West Methodist Church with ‘Must Summer Lunch’ in the subject line.
We need volunteers!
Be on the lookout for the Packing and Delivery Sign-up Genius links in the May Insight emails. Delivery Team members are required to do an online Zoom training through MUST.
If you are interested in serving on the leadership team for this ministry, please contact Judy Davis at judycrosbydavis@gmail.com.
Thank you Due West for your generous gifts of your time and treasure!
Prayer and Project Time - Teach Love Ministry
May 5, 9:30 am, Building C, room 219
The first school Monday of each month, our group meets to pray for and create a tangible project for educators in the schools in our area. FREE childcare is available! No reservation necessary. For more information, please email Jane Swanson at janecswan@gmail.com.
Education Appreciation Gifts for YOU!
May 4
All school personnel (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 May 4th. Please stop by and pick one up!
Donations Needed for Teacher Recess on June 9th
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.
Would your business be able to 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.
Teacher Recess
Monday, June 9, 2024, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
In the Youth Center Building C (Basement on 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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Women’s-Only Financial Literacy Workshop – May 17 and 31, 2025
If you are facing concerns about your financial future out of fears concerning the rise and fall of investment markets or are simply overwhelmed with industry terminology, this may be the program for you. Build self-confidence while navigating the minefields of today’s financial landscape. We’ll cover facts and myths about money, values and emotions tied to money, understanding risk and how to manage it, the three-basket approach to financial security, the 10 biggest mistakes investors make and how to avoid them, and much, much more. Participant questions are encouraged. Your Legacy Ministry Committee is sponsoring a special two-part series held only once a year.
The seminar scheduled for Saturday, May 17th is designed for all pre-retirement women. The program scheduled for Saturday, May 31st is designed for all retired women. It will be facilitated by two female attorneys but is free to all who register (any women 21 years of age or older) up to a maximum of 14 per session. Both programs will be conducted in room C242, between 2 and 4 pm. Please register now to reserve your spot.
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The Pickleball schedule is as follows and everyone is invited to join us!
Mondays - 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Wednesdays - 6:00-8:00 pm
We have the equipment here at the church, and you are welcome to use it.
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Baby Bottle Campaign
Waymaker’s Baby Bottle fundraiser will start on Mother’s Day! Come by the Narthex after the service to pick one up!
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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!
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!
