Fellowship

Friday Night at the Movies: This Boy's Life

On March 21, we move from the terrific Robert DeNiro comedy viewed in February to an equally compelling DeNiro drama, This Boy’s Life, which also stars Ellen Barkin and a young Leonardo DiCaprio. A 1993 release, the film is a true story based on the dysfunctional relationship between the teen-aged Tobias Wolff, his mother, Rosemary, and his abusive stepfather, Dwight.  

Stan and Maria Clements will be our discussion leaders. The movie starts at 7:30pm. Please sign-up in the church office or using the form below starting March 1. We had a full house in February, so sign-up early to reserve your place, and let the office know if you need to cancel later on; we had a waiting list in February. As usual, popcorn, soft drinks, coffee and dessert are on hand; a $2 donation is suggested.

Location: 
Safford Home
Date: 
Friday, March 21, 2014 - 7:30pm

Foundations Class

FoundationsBeginning January 5, 2014 at 9:30 a.m., the Foundations Adult Sunday School Class will be laying groundwork for discussions on: Evil, Religion and Science, Other Religions, Evangelism and Tolerance, The God of the Old Testament, Jesus and Christianity, Resurrection, The Gnostic Gospels, and The Sins of the Church, and Forgiveness.

Please join us in Room 213 for some wonderful discussions and learning adventures.

Location: 
Room 213
Date: 
Sunday, January 5, 2014 - 9:30am

Annual Family Christmas Caroling

Christmas Carol SingersPlease join us on Sunday, Dec. 22, for our Annual Family Christmas Caroling event to DGFUMC homebound members. Meet in the church parking lot at 2:45pm. Caroling will conclude at 4:30 with hot beverages and snacks to follow at Tom and Rosie Roose’s home.

Please contact Tom Roose if you plan on joining us.

Date: 
Sunday, December 22, 2013 - 2:45pm

Community Choir Concert/Ignite Christmas Party

Join us as we attend the Community Choir Concert from 4:00-5:30pm and then join us after for a Christmas Party in the Open Door until 7pm!

Location: 
Open Door
Date: 
Sunday, December 15, 2013 - 4:00pm

Friday Night at the Movies: Out of Africa

Out of Africa

November 15th, Movie Night at the "Slowdance Film Festival" continues with the 1985, Sydney Pollack classic Out of Africa. A study of the life of Danish noblewoman and storyteller Karen ('Isak') Dinesen Blixen (played by Meryl Streep), from her marriage and departure for Kenya in 1913 until her return to Denmark in 1931. As she struggles to maintain a coffee farm through various challenges and disasters, and strives to improve relations with the local natives, her marriage of convenience to a titled aristocrat (played by Klaus Maria Brandauer) gradually gives way to an enduring romance with the noted hunter and adventurer Denys Finch Hatton (played by Robert Redford).  Come see the film that won SEVEN Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Director and Best Cinematography (on the Safford Big Screen, wow!) and cemented Meryl Streep's place in acting history!

Since space is limited, please sign up in the church office starting 11/1.      A $2.00 donation is suggested.  Discussion led by Sue Thornquist.

Location: 
Safford Home
Date: 
Friday, November 15, 2013 - 7:30pm

Sweet Tomatoes Fun-raiser!!

Come out and support our Youth Group!

Take your family to dinner to Sweet Tomatoes  in Lombard on December 12 and 15% will go towards our Choir Tour and Mission Trips!

You must bring a flyer with you to the restaurant.

Flyers are available in the church office!

Location: 
Sweet Tomatoes Restaurant, 2820 Highland Ave. Lombard, IL 60148
Date: 
Thursday, December 12, 2013 - 5:00pm

New Member Information Luncheon

Membership DevelopmentOn Sunday, October 27, the Membership Work Area will host a luncheon for those interested in learning more about our Church and membership. Please join us in Chapel Hall at 12:15 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact Ward Feste or the church office.

Location: 
Chapel Hall
Date: 
Sunday, October 27, 2013 - 12:15pm

40's and 50's Group

Are you interested in socializing with some the wonderful people from DGFUMC?  Then please join us at the next gathering of the 40's and 50's Group on October 26 at 7pm held at the home of Doug and Cindi Roselieb.  Please bring a beverage and appetizer to share and a guest who may be interested in attending our church.

Contact Dana Murphy or Lenore Pitstick for more information.

Location: 
Roselieb Home
Date: 
Saturday, October 26, 2013 - 7:00pm

Friday Night at the Movies: Silver Linings Playbook

Silver Linings Playbook

Focusing on Mental Health Awareness, the Health and Wellness Work Area is pleased to present on October 18 Silver Linings Playbook, a well-received "romantic dramedy" released late in 2012.  Starring Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, and Robert De Niro, it's the story of Pat Solitano, a former high school teacher moving in with his parents after a court-ordered eight-month stint in a mental health facility, where he has been treated for a bipolar disorder.  Pat wants to reconcile with his ex-wife, but then Tiffany, played by Jennifer Lawrence, comes into his life and, in the words of one reviewer, "here at last is a movie about real situations, real people, and the natural experiences that evolve from them."  Silver Linings Playbook received eight Academy Award nominations, including all four actor categories, with Jennifer Lawrence winning the Oscar for Best Actress.  A not-to-be-missed film!

As usual, soft drinks, snacks, and dessert will be served; a $2 donation is suggested.  Be sure to sign up using the form below or in the church office (starting October 1st) if you plan to attend, as seating is somewhat limited.  See you there!

Location: 
Safford Home
Date: 
Friday, October 18, 2013 - 7:30pm

Hymn Sing!

Hymn Sing!Come One!  Come All!

As part of Friendship Sunday, you are cordially invited to an All-Church Hymn Sing and Potluck this Sunday. At 4:30pm, we will gather in the Sanctuary to enjoy our favorite hymns and then go downstairs to Fellowship Hall at 5:45pm for a potluck supper.

Please bring a dish to share using your last name as follows:

A-H   Bring a Salad or Vegetable Dish
I-S     Bring a Main Dish
T-Z    Bring a Dessert

Bring your friends, neighbors, kids, and parents.  Everyone is welcome!

Date: 
Sunday, September 29, 2013 - 4:30pm

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