Douglass Blvd Christian Church

What Will They See? (Ephesians 5:15-20)

What Will They See? (Ephesians 5:15-20) — Douglass Blvd Christian Church What Will They See? (Ephesians 5:15-20) August 26, 2024  /  DBCC In a world in which every detail has to be nailed down before we move forward, where every nickel has to be accounted for before we strike out, where every eventuality has to be covered, the notion that God is in charge, that God wil...

"And even after all this time, the church is often just as quick to erect barriers to keep people out, turning customs into dogma, human precepts into doctrine.
"Unfortunately, many people’s experience of the church is having the ladder pulled up just as they reach for it.
“'Thanks for inquiring. But we’re just fine. We’ve already got things pretty much the way we want them … I mean, the way God wants them.'”
~ From today's sermon

Looking for a new church home? We’d love to have you join us on Sunday for worship. All are welcome!

Reminder! Join us for lunch this Sunday after worship! Talk to David and Rosie Sprawls for so adequate seating can be reserved! This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know your fellow congregants.

Tonight! Hope to see you there!

Jacob’s Ladder Outreach is working to secure permanent supportive housing for individuals ready to take the next step to escape homelessness. A home is a basic necessity, essential to a human’s well-being and only once this need is met is it possible to address other needs.

The Jacob’s Ladder team’s vision of developing a community with safe shelter for all got traction when we connected with Eden Village of Springfield to guide us in our journey. Eden Village of Louisville will build a safe community for chronically houseless and disabled individuals. This village will include a space to encourage community and combat loneliness. Residents will have access to physical and mental health case management, and other community resources.

How can DBCC help? During the month of September we will be collecting the following items, AA batteries, socks, wet-wipes and bug spray. A donation bin will be in the sanctuary.

On Sunday, October 13th after worship we will gather in The Commons and pack gallon ziplock bags with the items collected. These supply bags will be distributed to those in need by volunteers with Jacob’s Ladder.
This community service project is for all ages. Please join us as we come together to help those in our community in need.

Don’t forget! Beer with Jesus this Wednesday!

"In a world in which every detail has to be nailed down before we move forward, where every nickel has to be accounted for before we strike out, where every eventuality has to be covered, the notion that God is in charge, that God will provide is seen as naïve—if not ultimately unwise.
"But maybe there’s a wisdom that Christians are called to practice that trusts God’s love enough to give thanks—even when giving thanks looks like the last thing any wise person ought to do."
~ From today's sermon

Are you looking for a church? Come check us out at DBCC! We have service every Sunday at 11am.

Can’t make it in person? We live stream our Sunday morning services every week on our page! We also have an audio podcast of the sermon available on our website!

Today’s prayer from “The Upper Room” daily devotionals. Make sure to grab yourself a copy! Get ahead and pick up the September-October editions from the church office!

Looking for a chance to get to know your fellow church members in a more laid-back and relaxed setting? Here’s your opportunity! We hope to see you!

"And as painful as it is, Jesus says that for the fire of transformation to be kindled—the fire of God’s change in the world—we have to speak the truth about our current mess and the new world God desires.
"We live in a world where division feels inevitable, but Jesus announces a world where divisions are healed—not by passively ignoring injustice but by shining a light on them."
~ From today's sermon

Join us this Sunday after worship on August 18th for our monthly book study! We will be resuming our study and picking up with Chapter 2. To ensure we can prepare adequately for lunch, please RSVP with the church office at your earliest convenience.

Missed the last meeting? Don’t have your own copy of the book? Don’t worry! It’s not too late to join. We also have additional copies of “When Church Stops Working” for anyone in need. Can’t wait to see you all!

DBCC will be hosting a reverse raffle for Jacob’s Ladder and Eden Village! Make sure to mark your calendars!

Have you visited Casa Hogar in San Luis Potosí? We want to hear your stories! We would like to include personal experiences in the newsletter and social media during the capital campaign. If you’re interested in sharing your experiences, please send via email to [email protected]!

DBCC is partnering with WaterStep to collect shoes! By donating your new and gently used shoes to WaterStep, you’ll help fund safe drinking water projects all over the world — projects that help to save hundreds of thousands of lives each year. In addition to funding water projects, donated shoes keep hundreds of tons of waste out of our landfills. We accept gently used shoes that are free of mold/mildew. Athletic shoes are preferred, but we will accept all styles of shoes. Shoes are sold to an exporter and funds received help bring clean water to those in need.

We have a collection box for shoes located in the hallway across from the church office.

The Broom Tree (1 Kings 19:1-15a)

The Broom Tree (1 Kings 19:1-15a) — Douglass Blvd Christian Church The Broom Tree (1 Kings 19:1-15a) August 12, 2024  /  DBCC Elijah goes to God seeking relief, a remedy for the great weariness he feels in his bones. He wants God to change the world, but all God offers to do is change him. Presumably, being in God’s presence is of greater value to us in our pai...

"Elijah goes to God seeking relief, a remedy for the great weariness he feels in his bones. He wants God to change the world, but all God offers to do is change him. Presumably, being in God’s presence is of greater value to us in our pain and despair than any stop-gap measures or dime-store remedies we could conjure up on our own.
"We often want God to fix the world or take us out of it, but what God offers to do is to sit beside us in it."
~ From today's sermon

REMINDER! This Sunday!

In celebration of Hannah Cooper’s birthday, we will be holding a fiesta-style meal fundraiser for Casa Hogar. Taco meat will be provided, but we ask that you bring a side dish to share. Please make your way to the sanctuary steps immediately following worship for a butterfly release in Hannah’s memory.

We are always looking for donations for the DBCC Giving Pantry to help support the unhoused and housed that are food insecure in our community.
Suggestions of items to donate:
- Canned goods (pop-top is preferable, but not necessary)
- granola and fruit bars
- individual fruit cups
- bottled water and juice
- pouches of tuna and chicken
- nuts
- crackers

Today’s daily scripture from “The Upper Room”. Make sure to grab your copy of “The Upper Room” on Sunday!

In celebration of Hannah Cooper’s birthday, we will be holding a fiesta-style meal fundraiser for Casa Hogar. Taco meat will be provided, but we ask that you bring a side dish to share. Please make your way to the sanctuary steps immediately following worship for a butterfly release in Hannah’s memory.

Thoughts & Prayers -

Thoughts & Prayers As a congregation, we extend our deepest sympathy to former DBCC member, Bette Blue upon the death of her husband, Gordon Blue.

Can’t make it in person? We live stream our Sunday morning services every week on our page! We also have an audio podcast of the sermon available on our website!