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immediately following church

at a Ground Breaking Ceremonyfor our new

Community/Youth Building

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Dripping Springs United Methodist Church May 2015

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

8:15 AM Traditional Service Communion every Sunday9:45 AM Contemporary Service Communion 1st Sunday 11:15 AM Traditional Service Communion 1st Sunday6:00 PM Bilingual Service Communion 1st Sunday

SUNDAY SCHOOL9:45 AM and 11:15 AM

Youth Worship Wednesdays at 6:30 - 8:30 PM Middle School and High School

MARK YOUR CALENDAR and

SAVE THE DATES!

The annual DSUMC GARAGE SALE has been moved to JULY!

This year you have an extra month to get ready toDONATE, VOLUNTEER and SHOP.

More time to clean out closets and clear garage space.

DONATIONS can include:Gently used clothes/shoes, DVDs, CDs, dishes/glassware, linens,

electronics and appliances(in good working order), books, toys, tools, bikes, power tools, boats, cars, trailer....You name it!

WE DO NOT EXCEPT:Things that are moldy or non-functional,

TVs and computer monitors that ARE NOT flat screen.

Donation days are Wednesday July 22nd from 10am to 7pmThursday, July 23rd from 10 am to 5pm.

VOLUNTEER on these dates to help sort and organize, or provide food!

We also need your help on the SALE DAYS Friday, July 24th from 8am-5pm,

Saturday, July 25th from 8am-12pm. What can you do, you ask?

Help greet our neighbors and provide assistance as they shop. Got a truck?

We might need your help to pick up or deliver. YOUTH, Need community service hours?

You can earn those too!SHOP with us and find a treasure!

Funds raised during this event provide financial support to Helping Hands, Tiger Totes, Women and

Children's shelters to name only a few.From set-up to clean-up we need you to join in the

fun and fellowship that this great community service provides.

Questions? Contact Tina Keats. [email protected]

May SermonsMay 3rd ~ “The Story” ~ Heaven

May 10th ~ “The Heart of a Mother”May 17th ~ “Embracing God’s Story”

“God’s Plan is Bigger” ~ Jonah 1May 24th ~ “Embracing God’s Story”

When Your Plan Ain’t Working” ~ Jonah 2May 31st ~ “Embracing God’s Story”

“Getting Around to God’s Plan” ~ Jonah 3

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Our Mission: To make disciples for Jesus Christ

Our Vision: In accordance with the teachings

of Jesus Christ, the vision of Dripping Springs United

Methodist Church is to identify, meet and nurture the spiritual

needs of our congregation and community.

PASTORAL MINISTRY

SENIOR PASTORScott Bradford

ASSOCIATE PASTORAdam Thornton

ADMINISTRATION

CHURCH ADMINISTRATION & FINANCECara Mullen

COMMUNICATIONS & MEMBERSHIPLysbeth Smith

DIRECTOR OF CARING MINISTRIES

Barbara Johnson-McArthur

FACILITIES COORDINATORRandy Voorheis

FAITH FORMATION

DIRECTOR OF ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Vicki Rector

DIRECTOR OFSTUDENT FAITH FORMATION

Brandon “Shook”

DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION

Shana Fowler

PATHWAYS SCHOOL DIRECTORJenny Aston

PATHWAYS AFTER SCHOOL/SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Laurel Bradford

NURSERY DIRECTORNess Meredith

MUSIC

MUSIC MINISTERKyle Hayes

WORSHIP COORDINATORDon Cawood

HANDBELL COORDINATORCara Mullen

CHILDREN’S MUSIC DIRECTOR Celeste Gamble

Wave upon Wave

May 2015Dripping Springs United Methodist Church

Bilingual ServiceSunday evening

6:00 PM

PeacemakersMat 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers,for they will be called children of God.”

I have been watching for much of last night and early this morning the protests and unrest in Baltimore over Freddie Gray’s death. This morning they were interviewing Rev. Jamal Bryant, who before the event turned violent, had worked with gangs like the “Bloods” and the “Crips” to come together to form an anti-violence pact. The gangs had a 150 minute meeting held by Rev. Bryant to come to agreement on their con-duct and to set aside their hate between the gangs. Before the violence they stood forming a wall trying to get the other protestors to be responsible. Unfortunately it still turned violent, but blessed are the Peacemakers.

What we need are more Peacemakers! A Peacemaker is defined as “a person, group, or nation that tries to make peace, especially by reconciling parties who disagree, quarrel, or fight.” We need more Peacemakers!

We need people: Religious leaders, News Reporters, Gang Members, Policemen, City Managers, School Teachers, etc… that work to bring peace to their neighborhoods.

But we don’t just need Peacemakers in Baltimore or Ferguson; we need them in every town; every church; every home!

Peacemakers...work to stop gossip that destroys lives! Peacemakers...try to stop friendships that are self-destructing over a quarrel! Peacemakers...work to quell rumblings in the pews when the church doesn’t always agree about everything! Peacemakers...get involved when they see Countries cordial relationships dissolving! Peacemakers...work to bring peace to their neighborhoods!

It’s not easy to be a Peacemaker, but “Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”

Pastor Scott

The Soil of Gratitude“Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” A.A. Milne – author of Winnie the Pooh

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and over-flowing with thankfulness. Colossians 2:6,7

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15

My mother taught me a great many things. Perhaps one of the greatest lessons that she taught me was that being grateful and appreciating what we have is a very important virtue for life. That lesson was not lost on me. I discovered later in life that the reason it wasn’t lost on me was that it wasn’t my mothers teaching, but Christ’s.

Why is gratitude so important? Gratitude is important because it helps us as disciples of Christ in two ways: in it’s power, and in it’s value.

Gratitude builds into us a receptivity to receive the knowledge of Christ so that we can live as Christ’s disciples in a thank-less world. What I have learned in life is that gratitude’s power is important in the life of a disciple of Jesus Christ because it is the soil in which contentment and peace grow. We are prepared to interact with the world on Christ’s behalf because we are grateful and satisfied with all that Jesus has done on our behalf. We are content in whatever state of life that we find ourselves because our hearts are full of thanks. We are also prepared to live in peace with other disciples, not desiring to be them or to have what they have, but instead, we are content with who God has made us to be.

The value of gratitude in our walk with Christ is best understood in its antithesis. If you and I don’t cultivate gratitude in our lives then we run the risk of becoming entitled and unappreciative of what God has provided for us. Gratitude of course is a close sibling of thanks or thankfulness. This idea of being thankful was very close to the heart of God. In the entirety of Scripture, some combination of the word is found 169 times in 162 scriptures in the New American Standard translation of the Bible. The Apostle Paul speaks about it many times in his letters. We see it present in the letter to the Colossians as Paul uses some combination of the word “thanks” five times, and the word “gratitude” once.

Here are some biblical reasons to be thankful, as taken from Bible.org in it’s devotional commentary on Colossians:http://bible.org/seriespage/6-reasons-tahnksgiving-col-112b-14

1. Because it honors God. When we are thankful, we recognize that God exists, and we are acting on the reality of His life as the very source and means of ours. True thankfulness recognizes our total dependence on God and stems from realizing that everything going on in our lives and all we have is the product of God's sovereign control, infinite wisdom, purposes, grace, and activity (2 Cor. 4:15).

2. Because it is commanded in Scripture. First, the Psalms are filled with the call to give thanks. An example is Ps. 100:4 which says, "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name." Then Paul tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, "In everything keep on giving thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (“My translation”) In Colossians, he twice gives the command to be thankful (3:15, 17).

3. Because of the dangerous consequences of thanklessness: thanklessness is dangerous to self and others. It dishonors God and leads to proud humanism or dependence on man rather than God (cf. Rom. 1:21). In addition, it leads to bitterness, complaining, and a joyless life (Heb. 12:15). Since thankfulness is a response to the grace of God, its opposite, bitterness with its companions, complaining and grumbling, is the product of an unthankful heart. Bitterness prevents us from properly responding to God in faith to His person, infinite wisdom, grace and purposes. Thanklessness promotes pettiness and occupation with self, people, and problems. That in turn creates depression and feelings of hopelessness because we become focused on our problems rather than on the Lord.

May you and I be truly grateful people, full of thanks, and eager to show gratitude for all that God has done for us to the world. May we also share that gratitude with those of the household of the faith, so that we may dwell together in peace. Amen Adam Thornton ~ Associate Pastor

Words of Encouragement


From the Church...


Prayers of the PeopleKelli Anderson, Jeanne & Blackie Cutrer, Grace Delgers, Pedro Diaz, Henry & Millie Ellis,

Robert & Judi George, Betty Garnett, Rob Godwin, Gina Griffin, Josetta Harris, Krisi Haynes, Edith Selena Hays, Betty Henderson, Jeannine & Harold Hoke, Eva Huffaker, JM Iguina,

Paula Johnson, Kenny Kempisty, Michael Kowalak, Barbara Lay, Jose Lopez, June McDougal, Larry Nellis, Vaniece Swift Rambin, Janet Shepperd, Ed and Helen Smith, Tamara Smith, Jim Spencer,

Eugenia Wade, Young Life Puerto Rico

Military: Dylan Boren, Captain David Brummett USMC, Corpsman Sam Burns, Sgt Danny Cecil, A1C Emery C. Chandler, Private Cody Clement USA, Sgt J Lawton, AWR3 Mitchell R. Lawson U.S. Navy,

Captain B Lennon USMC, Lt JG C Lynch, Kip Minigh USMC Recruit, Master Sgt. Eric Shuttlesworth USAF, SSS Kevin Simmons, SGT. Michael Stretz, Lance Corporal Daniel E. Sullivan, Lt. Matthew Symons, Cpl J Wood USM

Preparing His Way: God’s Plan – Our Future

March and April 2015 were very busy months for God’s Plan = Our Future!

In early March, Town Hall meetings were held and informational visits were made to several Sunday School classes to answer questions about the upcoming vote at the Church Conference.

On March 8, a pledge of $1,000,000 was received by the Capital Campaign just hours before the Church Conference. God’s blessings are abundant!

At the Church Conference on March 8, a strong majority of members in attendance approved the Building Committee’s motion to move forward with construction and financing for the new Youth/Community Building.

A Charge Conference was held on March 22 to pass a resolution authorizing the Trustees to obtain financing and execute documents required for construction of the Youth/Community Building. The resolution passed by unanimous vote of those in attendance from the Administrative Council. Voting members at a Charge Conference are the elected members of the Administrative Council.

In April, loan documents were signed and approved by Texas Methodist Foundation. Final contracts were signed with Chasco, the general contractor. They will be on-site in early May to begin demolition of the old house and start construction.

A Ground Breaking Ceremony is planned for Sunday, May 17 at 12:30. Members and friends of DSUMC and the Community of Dripping Springs are invited to attend the joyous occasion.

The 3-year God’s Plan=Our Future Capital Campaign is celebrating its 1-year anniversary with the following results as of this writing:

Pledges and Gifts to Date $3,930,500

May 2014 Debt Retirement $1,070,000 Youth/Community Building $3,770,000

Pledges & Gifts Needed to Eliminate the Need for a $ 909,500 Long-term Loan figures have been rounded

Mission: Helping Men Grow in Christ so others may know Christ.Vision: UMM is Home Base for all the men of the church; the place to plug in and go out in fellowship/ministry/service. All men’s activities fall under this umbrella.Challenge: For men to step up and be a shining example of the spiritual backbone of the church.

All men in the community are encouraged to join us. UMM is not just for church members. Our meeting provides a forum to communicate what is going on in the life of our church.

Matt Rogers at [email protected] for more information.

Adult Ministries...


UMW Circles and Their FocusAGAPE CIRCLE: Members are ladies of all ages whose

main mission is hand made quilts and blan-kets for children in need, local disaster vic-tims and women and children of abuse. Part of their mission for 2015 is the Hays-Caldwell Women’s Shelter.

Meetings: 1st Monday of the month 9:30 AM Leader: Linda Bruce 512-925-5622

Our next meeting will be held on Monday, May 4th 9:30am in the Fellowship Hall.

We will have a book discussion of “The Round House” by Louise Erdrich. This is a book chosen from the UMW 2015

reading list which is a close look at life on an Indian Reservation in modern times.

Please join us even if you haven’t read the book. freshmentsNew Members are welcome, please join us!!

SHALOM CIRCLE: A circle that keeps the “Prayer Shawl Mission” tradition going.

Meeting: 2nd Tuesday of the month 6:30 PMDSUMC Rm. 108Leader: Gay Lynn Wilson 858-4641

Childcare is available upon request for all Circles

UMW ...United Methodist Womenis the largest denominational faith organization for women with approximately 800,000 members whose mission is fostering spiritual growth, developing leaders and advocating for justice. Members raise up to $20 million each year for programs and projects related to women, children

and youth in the United States and in more than 100 countries around the world. The organized unit of United Methodist Women is a community of women whose purpose is:• To know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ.• To develop a creative supportive fellowship.• To expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

May WOW MenuMay 6th ~ Beef Fajita’s

May 13th ~ Meatball SandwichesMay 20th ~ Burgers and Dogs

May 27th ~ Last WOWYear End Pizza Party

All meals are served with salad, bread & dessert WOW teams are looking for volunteers

It’s Bingo time again!!!Saturday May 23rd 6:00PM to 8:00PM

in the Fellowship Hall.You all know how much fun we have

so mark your calendar and join in.A $5.00 Love Donation for the entire evening

helps us cover the snacks and door prizes.Childcare is provided.

COMMUNITYEmmaus Gathering

Tuesday, May 5th, 6:30pmDSUMC

We will begin with a potluck. Followed by the Consecration of the team of

Ladies Walk #1794.Bring a dish to share and a friend to share it with!!!

Next UMM Breakfast Saturday, May 16th

8:00am Fellowship Hall

Guest speakers will be representatives from our local Boy Scout and Pack Troops


Youth News...9:45 AM

High School Matt Hall

Middle School Ross Van Burkleo & Chris Vadala

Sunday School Classes Brandon “Shook” ~ Director of Student Faith Formation894-7123 - ext. 242 [email protected]

11:15 AM High School - Youth Room

“Shook” & Neil Graff Middle School - Room 204

Chris Martin

DSUMC Student MinistryWednesday Worship

Middle School and High School will gather in the Sanctuary at

6:30 PM for WorshipAt 6:00pm there will be a meal offered

in the Fellowship HallAfter Worship we will have open Gym

until 8:30PM

Dripping Springs UMC Youth Ministry Summer Schedule 2015

UM ARMY-High School Mission TripWhen: June 14th – 20th Where: Floresville, TX Cost: $200.00***Registration and NON-REFUNDABLE $100 Deposit due May 6th,***Checks to Dripping Springs UMC w/ UM ARMY in Memo Line***

***Limited Space - 1st students w/ Deposit and Reg. reserve spot***Who: Incoming 9th graders – Graduated 2014 12th Graders

What: http://riotx.umarmy.org/about-us/our-camps/REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.umarmy.net/Registration/Indv/1451/

MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL Summer RetreatsWhen: Middle School - June 15th-18th High School - June 22nd-25th Cost: $185.00 per person

***NON REFUNDABLE $85.00 Due Sunday June 7th, Make Checks to DSUMC w/ MS Youth Retreat or HS Youth Retreat***

***VERY LIMITED SPACE ON BOTH RETREATS – Deposit Reserves Your Spot***Who: Middle School (Incoming 6th-8th grades) High School: (Incoming 9th-Graduated ’15 seniors)

Where: Middle School Arlington, TX High School: Galveston, TX What: Middle School: Hotel Stay, Worship, Small Group Study, Rangers Game, Hurricane Harbor

High School: Hotel Stay, Worship, Small Group Study, Beach Activities, Schlitterbahn

OneWay- Middle School Mission TripWhen: July 6th – 10th Where: Kerrville, TX Cost: $180.00

*** Registration and NON-REFUNDABLE $80 Deposit due June 10thst***Who: Middle School (Incoming 6th - 8th grades)

What: Participants sleep, eat, worship and enjoy fellowship at a local church beginning on Monday evening and ending on Friday morning of camp week. Each weekday, teams consisting of adults and students travel to a worksite in the local area. Additional adults act as support to the teams bringing needed tools, supplies, technical expertise and safety

checks to the site each day (We also bring popsicles, watermelon, and other cooling treats)

Misson Chicago w/ Y.W.A.M. - High School Mission TripWhen: July 18th – 25th Where: Chicago, Ill , Rogers Park Neighborhood Cost: $450.00

***Registration and NON-REFUNDABLE $150 Deposit due May 13th *** ***Make checks to Dripping Springs UMC w/ Mission Chicago in Memo Line***

***Limited Space - 1st students w/ Deposit and Reg. reserves spot***Who: High School (Incoming 9th graders – graduated 2014 12th graders)

What: A time to leave the comfort of our homes and do some intense hands on ministry in the Rogers Park area of Chicago, ILL. We will be staying at the YWAM Base in Rogers Park. Ministry Opportunities: Feeding folks in the inner city, CTA/

Bus Evangelism, Prayer Walking, Homeless Ministry, Park Ministry, Water Bottle Evangelism.“YWAM Chicago is committed to city-wide ministry, to presenting the gospel to the immigrant and ethnic population of our

city and training and releasing them into ministry, while meeting the social needs of the city through long-term community development and short-term outreaches.”

Mark Your Calendars…Vacation Bible School 2015

July 13th – 17thOur VBS theme this year will be “G-FORCE – God’s Love in Action!”

In this mission-focused VBS, students will experience God’s unstoppable love and discover how to fuel up and move IN and THROUGH life with God.

Registration has started!!! Please visit the church website at www.dsumc.org

Follow the VBS link on the home page or under the tabs “Children/VBS.”We need LOTS of help to host over 300 children so be thinking about which area you want to volunteer.

You can register to volunteer when you register your children for VBS.Contact Shana Fowler at [email protected] to volunteer or if you have any questions.

Don’t miss this fun VBS where students will see how God is at work around the world…and how God’s people are always on the move!!Acts 17:28 - In God we live, move and exist.


Children’s Ministry...

DSUMC Scholarship ProgramDSUMC’s Scholarship Program awards funds to students and families of our congregation to further their education and/or provide assistance for faith-based programs/camps attended by our church as well as other onsite ministries.

Scholarship funds will be awarded to:• Graduating seniors who are in need of financial assistance for college and/or a higher education institution;• Elementary, middle and high school students planning to attend conference or district youth camps/programs;• Students currently enrolled in a college or university that are hoping to continue their education.

The following are the Eligibility Criteria for awarding scholarships, listed in order of their importance:- Church Activities and Service - School/Community Activities and Service - Leadership Skills - Academic Record

Please note:• As many, or as few, scholarships can be awarded to students based on the decisions of the Scholarship Committee including the decision to NOT award scholarships any given year.• Checks will be written to the recipients after proof of enrollment is provided.• Late applications will NOT be accepted; no exceptions.

Applications are available for pickup in the Fellowship Hall. Applications are due on Sunday, May 3rd. Scholarship winners will be announced during church services on May 31st. For more information, please contact Shana Fowler at [email protected]

Children’s Ministry Email List....Want to know what’s going on in the Children’s Ministry? Find out about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and all the great things we have planned for the children’s ministry by sending your email address to [email protected] and start getting our monthly email updates! It’s that easy!

Hear ye, Hear ye!!!By Royal Proclamation: Princess Prep School will be held at DSUMC June 29th - July 2nd, from 9:00am - noon! This is a wonderful time for girls ages 3-8 to learn about what it means to be a daughter of the King of Kings, and to discover their royal purpose! We are also looking for royal helpers ages 9-18, and adults! For more information, please visit dsumc.org or contact Jen Blackmon: [email protected]

Like a Bridge over Troubled Waters – Stephen MinistryRemember the song? Have you ever reached a place in life where it was like looking at a raging river with no place to cross? Are you there now? Stephen ministers can provide a “bridge.” They can help you “over” the raging river with their loving and consistent care. They are there to listen and to pray with you. Confidentiality is primary and their ministry is free. They will stay with you as long as it takes. We really do want to help you. You do not have to be alone during a crisis in your life.

Please call Carolyn Megason at 512-417-1170 to set up an appointment. Many others have stepped forward and asked for this help. You can too!

Nurturing...


To the Point….Lethargy. Yep, that’s it. Just plain ol’ lethargy. Just not gettin’around to it. I’ll do it when………….(fill in the blank) I don’t have time. Too many things to do already. I’m stressed out all the time. Must need a vacation. Yes, you do. Everybody needs to take time off……every day.

Challenge: see how many times you can take off every day. Take one minute the first day, take two the second day, etc. until you work up to ten minutes every day. But there is a rule! He wants to be present every minute and wants your full attention. It’s fun – try it –but don’t tell anybody! Just notice that they will notice a difference in you. Really!

Consult: I Thessalonians 5: 16-18 and Psalm 46:10. Check with you next month. Anonymous

The Star ThrowerI want to share a story I recently heard. You may have already heard it: The Star Thrower.

One day, a man was walking along the shore. As he looked down the beach, he saw a young person reaching down to the sand, picking up something and very gently throwing it back into the sea. As he got closer, he called out, "Good morning! What are you doing?" The young person paused, looked up and replied, "Throwing starfish into the sea." "Why are you throw-ing starfish into the sea?" he asked. "The sun is up and the tide is going out. If I don't throw

them in they'll die." "But, don't you realize that there are miles of beach here and starfish all along it. You can't possibly make a difference!" The young person listened politely. Then knelt down, picked up another starfish and threw it into the sea, past the breaking waves and said... "Made a difference to this one.”

Sometimes the things we are called to do seem so overwhelming it’s hard to know where to start. Such can be the case when we think about helping those who are going through difficult times – the needs are so great and so many, we can’t imagine that we can put a dent in them. But it’s not up to us to determine whether or not our deeds, no matter how small, will make a difference. God can take our smallest gesture and use it to make the biggest impact on someone who is going through a difficult life situation. So when you are feeling lost about how to minister to someone in need, don’t be defeated by the task in front of you. Do or say what you can, even if it feels like a very small gesture. If done with the right attitude, God will use it in a mighty way.

God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him Sheila Lamb ~ Nurturing Steward as you have helped his people and continue to help them. (Hebrews 6:10)

Spiritual Direction AvailableBarbara McArthur is now certified to meet with individuals for one-on-one spiritual direction. This is a journey or “process” for two people to walk together in discovering where God is working in your life; what spiritual issues you may have and what possibilities there are for growth. Sessions are usually one hour long, once a month. For questions all 512-626-5288 or email [email protected].

From the Desk of our Wesley Nurse


Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. For an appointment call 512-894-7123 ext. 225.

The following services are available:

Prescription assistance Diabetes education & supplies Support groups Blood pressure & glucose screenings Group physical activities

Rachel Kemper, RN, is a Wesley Nurse with Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. (MHM). MHM’s Wesley Nurse program is a faith-based, holistic health and wellness program committed to serving the least served through education, health promotion and collaboration with individual and community in achieving improved

wellness through self-empowerment. Learn more at www.mhm.org.

Time to Get Outside and Walk!Walk and Talk at Charro Ranch Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:00am. Exercise, fellowship and fresh air! All are welcome, and I encourage you to invite your friends and family. Wear your sneakers and bring a water bottle. There are rest stops available along the trails of this beautiful Dripping Springs amenity.

Please make an appointment with me ahead of time so that we can establish your baseline blood pressure and weight, as well as obtain a consent, if you have not already done so. We will check these once a month as we walk so that we can measure progress with regard to improving health and mobility.

Caregiving CaféOur first Caregiving Café support group meeting on March 19th was a success! Caregiving Café is a place for caregivers, those who are taking care of a loved one, to meet with a sup-port group of their peers. We had several attendees and much collaborating, commiserating, sharing and supporting was had. If you are a caregiver and want to join us, our meetings are Thursday evenings in the North Annex at 7:00 pm. All are welcome in both the congrega-tion and the community. Please call me at 512-894-7123 ext. 225 to RSVP.

May Is Mental Health Awareness MonthMental health is a state of successful performance of mental function, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships with other people, and the ability to adapt to change and to cope with challenges. Mental health is essential to personal well-being, family and interpersonal relationships, and the ability to contribute to community or society.

Mental disorders are health conditions that are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, and/or behavior that are associated with distress and/or impaired functioning. Mental disorders contribute to a host of problems that may include disability, pain, or death.

Mental illness is the term that refers collectively to all diagnosable mental disorders.

Mental health and physical health are closely connected. Mental health plays a major role in people’s ability to maintain good physical health. Mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety, affect people’s ability to participate in health-pro-moting behaviors. In turn, problems with physical health, such as chronic diseases, can have a serious impact on mental health and decrease a person’s ability to participate in treatment and recovery.

Join us on Monday, May 11th from 6:30pm to 9:00pm for “Alleviating Anxiety: Your Way to a Peaceful Mind and Body,” presented by Pamela J. Firle, MA, LPC in the Fellowship Hall. A light supper will be served. Please contact Rachel at 512-894-7123 ext. 225 to RSVP.

Lord, Hear Our Cry...Hear the cry and prayers that your servant is praying in your presence this day. 1 Kings 8:28.

Greetings prayer partners!The following are excerpts from the National Day of Prayer website.The 64th annual National Day of Prayer, May 7, 2015, will have profound significance for our country. It is an unprecedented opportunity to see the Lord’s healing and renewing power made manifest as we call on citizens to humbly come before His throne.

The theme for 2015 is Lord, Hear Our Cry, emphasizing the need for individuals, corporately and individually, to place their faith in the unfailing character of their Creator, who is sovereign over all governments, authorities, and men. To further highlight the theme, I Kings 8:28 is the Scripture for this year: “Hear the cry and the prayer that your servant is praying in your presence this day.”

For the May 7th observances, Dr. Jack Graham, the 2015 Honorary Chairman, wrote a special prayer to be simultaneously read throughout the nation at noon (EDT). This recitation will create a huge wave of prayer, flowing from one coast to the other, illustrating the unity of God’s people and acknowledging His dominion over the circumstances facing us. Millions of people will gather to pray and we invite each of you to join in wherever you may be.

At this crucial time for our nation, we can do nothing more important than pray. Thank you in advance for making this spiritual discipline a personal priority and for standing with us as we encourage others to incorporate prayer in their lives. The Lord has graciously anointed our efforts, empowering them to touch and change many hearts and lives. We look forward to seeing His hand move across our land in exciting ways each May in response to our petitions! In closing, we ask that you prayerfully consider becoming a volunteer in your church or community to lead a National Day of Prayer gathering. May the Lord’s peace fill your heart as you rest in Him throughout the days ahead.

Below are some ideas for how you can actively participate in this year’s National Day of Prayer:

• Have the youth tie red and blue reminder ribbons on the antenna of each car in the parking lot.

• During a National Day of Prayer observance, set aside time to encircle the clergy of your community and pray for wisdom, strength and protection for them and their families.

• Create a “kids’ prayer chain” where each link in the chain bears the name of friends they would like to pray for. Use red, white and blue paper for the links. Have the children add names to the chain and help link them together before the prayer time.

• Use the Lord’s Prayer, phrase by phrase, as a pattern for your order of worship in your National Day of Prayer observance.

• Organize a 24-hour prayer vigil. Have people sign up for a segment of time to pray at home or at the church. Leave the church door open for those who wish to pray in the solitude of the sanctuary.

The sanctuary will be open and communion elements available for those who choose to worship and pray here at Dripping Springs United Methodist Church. Yours in Peace and Prayer, Amy

As part of the National Day of Prayer, DSUMC’s Trail Life USA Troop TX0107 and American Heritage Girl Troop TX0522 will lead a prayer service in our sanctuary starting at 7:00PM on May 7th. Please join them.


Spiritual Formation

Visit Our Prayer Room

During your wanderings around the church, stop by the room with double doors in the upstairs foyer. It is a place of solitude and serenity for those who want to get away from the daily routine and spend some quiet time with their Lord. The Prayer Room is open and available all hours, seven days a week. Feel free to stop by and visit with our Lord. God Bless.

Kairos Prison Ministry Follow-upWe give thanks to the Lord and to everyone who supported the recent Kairos weekend at the Alfred D. Hughes prison in Gatesville. Through your prayers, financial support, help with cookies, placemats and posters, attendance at the closing and a myriad of other ways, you showed the love of God to 42 new "Brothers in White." The entire weekend was once again a blessing to them and to all who experienced it. Those who get to participate in the weekend are especially blessed to do so, but we couldn't do it without the support of our church family. Thank you! The next weekend at the Hughes Unit is October 1st-4th, and the next weekend for the women at the Lane Murray unit is October 28th-31st.

Anyone interested in joining a team can contact either Roger Keats [email protected] (men's team) orMyra Sutherland [email protected] (women's team).


Community Outreach...

Ronald McDonald needs you!!In support of the Ronald McDonald House Foundation, the National United Methodist Campers (NUMC) collect aluminum can pull-tabs. On behalf of NUMC, we are placing a container at the Welcome Center and ask that you save your pull-tabs and bring them with you when you come to church. Thank you for your help with this.

“Misión Manos y Pies de Cristo” Christ’s Hand and Feet MissionHola Mis Hermanos y Hermanas! Hello Brothers & Sisters!!!

We have had a fun month with Loteria Night and Movie & Dinner Night! It is great to see our Hispanic congregation growing in faith and allowing us to water God’s seed in their hearts.

As we continue building this, God’s ministry, we ask you to continue praying for us, but mainly that God will direct us to a holy person whom can help us pastor this congregation into a deeper relationship with our Lord.

Please continue helping us spread the word on this ministry. For questions or comments please contact Maria Sharp at [email protected]

ERT Chainsaw TrainingAny ERT Members interested in obtaining chainsaw certification can attend training here at DSUMC on Saturday, May 16th. Registration is open but priority will be given to those who have current ERT credentials. Those with out-of-date credentials or who have not yet taken ERT training will be accepted on a space available basis but will not receive chain saw credentials until they receive current ERT Credentials issued by UMCOR.

The cost of the training is $80 per person. This covers the training materials, lunch and snacks during the training. It also pays for gloves and the helmet system. For more information, contact Susan Wernli at [email protected] or go to http://riotexas.org/chainsaw-training

NEED A RIDE?DSUMC is starting a shuttle service that will provide transportation for our members that need assistance getting to Church. The shuttle will be available on an as-needed basis for the first Church service on Sunday mornings. This ministry is geared for our senior members, however we are open to assisting anyone who needs help getting to Church. If you know of someone that would like to come but due to transportation issues can't attend please contact, or have them contact, the Church office (512-894-7123).

Story in the Stars: A night with Joe Amaral...If you missed Joe last November when he was our guest, you won’t want to miss him this time. He will be here Saturday, August 8th for 2 sessions on his new documentary “Story in the Stars.” Mark your calendar and watch for more details to come

JOE AMARAL is a licensed and ordained minister and travels full-time as an itinerant speaker. He is the author of two books—"Understanding Jesus" and "What Would Jesus Read?" Amaral is the host and producer of a weekly television show filmed on location in Israel called First Century Foundations. His close work with the archaeological and religious community in Israel affords him a unique perspective and opportunity to gain special in-sight into first-century life and culture. Amaral has produced several teaching DVDs on the subject of Hebraic Roots as well as several documentaries about Israel. Amaral continues to travel to Israel on a regular basis to further his studies as well as conducting tours. He lives with his wife, Karen, and their family in Ontario, Canada.


Church News...

Nursery/ChildcareHave you noticed? Our church is bursting at the seams with activities. To meet the needs of each class, we need your help. If your class/meeting is needing childcare, please fill out the necessary form two weeks prior to the time childcare is needed and return it to the nurs-ery. We want to provide proper care for your children. An accurate count of children will enable us to provide the appropriate caregivers. If you have questions regarding childcare, you can contact Ness Mere-dith at [email protected]. The request forms are available outside the Nursery Office or can be downloaded from the church website at www.dsumc.org. ATTENTION NEW CLASSES...It is very important that you let Ness know if you will need childcare!

Emmaus News...Our next Emmaus Gathering will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at DSUMC. This will be a Community Gathering and we will be consecrating the team for the Ladies Walk #1794 that will begin on Thursday, May 7th. Gathering begins at 6:30pm with a POTLUCK dinner.We hope you are able to attend the gathering and the weekend events to show your support to the team and new pilgrims. For information regarding Emmaus you can contact Marty Null, Local Lay Director, at [email protected]

Congratulations to graduates of Disciple classes:We recognize the dedication of these persons who have faithfully completed part of the Disciple series this year.

Disciple I: Mark Coffelt, Beth Cook (second time), Susan Culver, Josetta Harris,Charlie & Alice Deffenbaugh, and Amy Mitchhart. Facilitator was Barbara McArthur. Disciple III: Clay Harris, David McArthur, and Ruth Meek. Facilitator was Don Cawood. Disciple IV: Randy & Betty Bendall, Frank & Tula DeRosa, Mike Embry, David & Ruth Fried, Don & Laurie Greer, Keith & Mary Sams, George & May Somerville and Erwin & Susan Wernli. Facilitator was Miles Gilliam.

Please consider beginning the Disciple journey, starting with Disciple I, with an orientation in mid-August.

UMM Golf Tournament

Coming in June!Quicksand Golf Course in WimberleyDate and Time - TBACost is $60, which includes green fees, lunch and goodie bagStart Getting Your Team Together Now As This Is Always A Good Time!

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri SatSunday Worship Services:

8:15am, 9:45am & 11:15am

Sunday School: 9:45am, 11:00am

BilingualService 6:00pm

12 Step Recovery Meets: M,T,W, F & Sat.

7:30pm Sunday 7:00 pm

Al-Anon meets Thursday noon

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9:00 Small Group Bible Study

2

DS CA GALA 5:00PM

3

11:15 JBQ

1:30 Youth Funday Sunday

4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 5:00 Disciple 1 5:00 Connect Class 5:30 Disciple 3 6:00 Bilingual Serv.

4

9:30 Agape Circle

6:30 Pastoral Consultation 6:30 Hand Bells 7:00 Spiritual Growth class

5

12:00 Men’s Bible Study

6:30 EMMAUS GATHERING

DSUMC 6:30 Children’s Ministry Consultation 6:30 Troop 101

69:00 Ladies Bible Sty 5:30 WOW meal

Beef Fajita’s 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 6:30 Connect Class 6:30 Mom’s Connect 7:30 Choir

7National Day

Of Prayer

6:30 Spanish 101 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 Trail Life 6:30 American Heritage Girls Ladies Emmaus

Walk

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Ladies Emmaus Walk

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Ladies Emmaus Walk

10

11:15 JBQ


4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 6:00 Bilingual Serv. Ladies Emmaus Walk

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6:30 Hand Bells 7:00 Spiritual Growth class

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6:30 Emmaus Welcome Back DSUMC 6:30 Shalom Circle6:30 Troop 101

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Meatball Sandwich6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 6:30 Book Club 6:30 Mom’s Connect 7:30 Choir

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6:30 Spanish 101 6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls

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11:15 JBQ 1:30 Youth Funday Sunday

12:30 Ground Breaking Ceremony

2:45 Admin Council

4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 6:00 Bilingual Serv.

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6:30 Troop 101

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Burgers & Dogs 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Mom’s Connect 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 7:30 Choir

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6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls 6:30 Pack 101 Pack Meeting

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6:00pm BINGO

24/31


4:00 Ladies Bible Sty

6:00 Bilingual Serv.

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DAY

Church Offices Closed


6:30 Troop 101

279:00 Ladies Bible Sty 5:30 WOW meal Year End Pizza Party 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Mom’s Connect 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 7:30 Choir

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6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls

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Dripping Springs United Methodist Church

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri SatSunday Worship Services:

8:15am, 9:45am & 11:15am

Sunday School: 9:45am, 11:00am

BilingualService 6:00pm

12 Step Recovery Meets: M,T,W, F & Sat.

7:30pm Sunday 7:00 pm

Al-Anon meets Thursday noon

1


2

DS CA GALA 5:00PM

3

11:15 JBQ


4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 5:00 Disciple 1 5:00 Connect Class 5:30 Disciple 3 6:00 Bilingual Serv.

4

9:30 Agape Circle

6:30 Pastoral Consultation 6:30 Hand Bells 7:00 Spiritual Growth class

5


6:30 EMMAUS GATHERING

DSUMC 6:30 Children’s Ministry Consultation 6:30 Troop 101


Beef Fajita’s 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 6:30 Connect Class 6:30 Mom’s Connect 7:30 Choir

7National Day

Of Prayer

6:30 Spanish 101 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 Trail Life 6:30 American Heritage Girls Ladies Emmaus

Walk

8


Ladies Emmaus Walk

9

Ladies Emmaus Walk

10

11:15 JBQ


4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 6:00 Bilingual Serv. Ladies Emmaus Walk

11


12


6:30 Emmaus Welcome Back DSUMC 6:30 Shalom Circle6:30 Troop 101

13


Meatball Sandwich6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 6:30 Book Club 6:30 Mom’s Connect 7:30 Choir

14

6:30 Spanish 101 6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls

15


16

17

11:15 JBQ 1:30 Youth Funday Sunday

12:30 Ground Breaking Ceremony

2:45 Admin Council

4:00 Ladies Bible Sty 6:00 Bilingual Serv.

18


19


6:30 Troop 101

20


Burgers & Dogs 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Mom’s Connect 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 7:30 Choir

21

6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls 6:30 Pack 101 Pack Meeting

22


23

6:00pm BINGO

24/31


4:00 Ladies Bible Sty

6:00 Bilingual Serv.

25MEMORIAL

DAY

Church Offices Closed


6:30 Troop 101

279:00 Ladies Bible Sty 5:30 WOW meal Year End Pizza Party 6:30 Youth 6:30 The Story 6:30 Open Bible Sty 6:30 Ladies Bible Sty 6:30 Mom’s Connect 6:30 Chronological Bible Study 7:30 Choir

28

6:30 Trail Life 6:30 Spanish to English Class 6:30 American Heritage Girls

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