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Tips for Developing a Family Emergency Plan

The Missions Work Area is honored to help our congregation offer hope during difficult times by providing financial relief in response to disasters around the world. And, while we provide support globally, nationally, and locally, we also realize that sometimes disaster can strike closer to home. To help you be prepared in case of an emergency, we are sharing information on how to develop a family emergency plan. Take a moment to view the Developing a Family Emergency Plan attached below and start taking the steps necessary to prepare your family for an emergency.

DGFUMC Sharing Garden

We are looking for gardeners, givers, growers, and green thumbs to nurture this seedling idea and help it take root and grow!

The Missions Work Area has secured a plot of land at Mar-Duke Farms on South Main Street, DG, which is dedicated to growing vegetables for the PRC. Individuals or families are invited to sign up for at least one 10' x 10' area to plant, water, weed, and harvest. Keep 50% or less of your produce and deliver the rest to the PRC in Westmont.

Interested? Stop by our table in the Parlor on April 22, April 29, and May 6.

P.A.D.S. Volunteers Needed

P.A.D.S. is in need of a morning crew supervisor for every other first Wednesday AM of the month. This is a 2-3 hour committment from 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM. Training is available.

If you are able to volunteer, please contact Diane Kerr. Thank you!

Top Ten Reasons I Attend DGFUMC

You've all seen David Letterman's Top Ten Lists. Well, the Membership Committee is creating a "Top Ten Reasons I Attend DGFUMC" and are looking for your input. Please have all family members complete the survey form attached below. You do not have to fill in all 10 spaces unless you have at least 10 reasons you attend. 3, 5, or 7 will do as well. The Membership Committee will be collecting your survey feedback throughout April via the collection plates, by emailing Ward Feste at wfeste@gmail.com or by messaging your reasons to the DGFUMC Facebook page. We greatly appreciate your feedback and look forward to presenting you with a summary of the results.

Bucket Sundays

Spring is here and it is time for spring cleaning as well as our Church and Society Work Area's annual cleaning supply drive for the PRC!

We will be handing out buckets on April 15 and 22. We ask you to take a bucket and fill it with cleaning supplies. Each bucket will have a list of suggested supplies in it. Please return the filled buckets to the church by Sunday, April 29.

Thank you for your support!

UPAVIM Spring Craft Sale

Spring is here, and with it come graduations and Mother's Day! You can find gifts for these occasions and at the same time support community improvement projects in Guatemala through the spring UPAVIM craft sales.

We will be selling beautiful crafts handmade by the artisans of our church's Guatemalan sister organization, the UPAVIM (United for Better Living) cooperative - colorful bags of all sizes, scarves, kitchen accessories, jewelry, and more.

Please come visit us in the Parlor between services on April 22, April 29, and May 6.

"Sweet Recipes" from the Spring Tea

Spring Tea

The "Sweet Recipes" Booklet, created from recipes donated by those who attended the Spring Tea 2012 are available for pick up!

If you attended the tea there is no charge. Extra booklets are available for a $2 donation for anyone interested in purchasing one.

You can pick up your copy in the office during the week or on Sundays in the Parlor between services.

Senior High Mission Trip Meeting

There will be an informational meeting for all students (entering the 9th grade in the fall) and parents interested in attending the Senior High Mission Trip this summer on Sunday, April 15 at 10:40AM in the Youth Room. We will be embarking on a journey to Oklahoma the week of July 22-July 28 to serve others! If you are at all interested in attending the trip, you must either attend the meeting or contact Katie Bartholomew (630 968 7120 ext. 203) so we can have a clear idea of the number of people attending.

For more information on the organization we will be using for this trip, you can visit http://www.groupworkcamps.com/. Hope to see you on Sunday!

Movie Night Cancellation

Please note that the planned screening for the Youth Group of The Passion of Christ on Saturday, April 7, has been cancelled.

Join a Small Group!!!!

Small groups are a great opportunity to meet new people, learn something, and have fun! Please look over the list below and choose the one that’s right for you.

• Book Club 
Read the chosen book at home, then come together as a group to discuss it. We’ll spend 2 weeks on each book; 4 books total.
Tuesday afternoons 1-2:00, 4/10-5/29
Facilitator: Julie Stone

• Introduction to Chess
Learn the ins and outs of this fascinating game, from what the pieces are and how they move, to basic strategy and tactics.
Tuesday evenings 7-8:00, 4/10-5/29
Facilitator: Ed Kras

• Beginning French
Parlez-vous francais? If you don’t, but would love to give it a try, this group’s for you!
Wednesday evenings 7-8:00, 4/11-5/30
Facilitator: Kelly Snyder

• Bible Study on the Book of Acts
This is a great chance to study and discuss the scriptures in depth.
Sunday mornings 9:30-10:30, 4/22-6/3
Facilitator: John Inabnit

• Photography
Come and “develop” your expertise and technique to get the perfect shots. Bring a camera, the manual, and your imagination.
Monday evenings 7-8:00, 4/23-6/4
Facilitator: Don Safford

Questions? Contact Julie Stone at 630-985-9217 or jcstone1@hotmail.com

Sign-ups begin Sunday April 1. You may sign up in the parlor on April 1 and 8 or by contacting Julie Stone.

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