October 18, 2026
21st Sunday after Pentecost
Sermon: Choose This Day
Scripture: Joshua 24:1-15
Rev. Don Landen
Rev. Don Landen
If you are unable to join us in person, you may view our 9:30 AM Modern Service and our 11:00 AM Sanctuary Service live on “Dalton First UMC” Facebook or by clicking “Watch Live” below.
This Week
Sunday October 18th
- Handbell Ministry Rehearsal - 8:45 AM until 9:30 AM
- Modern Worship Experience - 9:30 AM
- Sunday School Classes - 9:30 AM
- Traditional Worship Experience - 11:00 AM
Monday October 19th
- Monday Morning Ladies Bible Study - 10:00 AM / Join us in the Parlor as we study "Simon Peter" by Adam Hamilton.
- Pickleball - 6:30 PM
Tuesday October 20th
- Saturday Sacks - 10:30 AM / Want to help students have a meal to take home on the weekend? This is an easy way to get plugged in and serve the community in a big way!
- Shuffleboard - 1:00 PM / Meets every week in the Gym. Free and everyone is invited!
- GriefShare - 6:00 PM / Are you mourning the passing of a family member or friend? This 13-week ministry meets in the Library. A $30 registration fee is required.
- Modern Worship Rehearsal - 7:00 PM
Wednesday October 21st
- Dulcimers Club - 2:30 PM
- Wonderful Wednesday - Be The Church / Come for a delicious dinner at 5 PM and then at 5:45 participate in various on-campus activities as we serve our community and support our mission partners! These activities are open to the whole family!
- Chancel Choir Rehearsal - 7:00 PM
Thursday October 22nd
- Sounds of Joy - 9:30 AM / Want to be a part of our community choir? Here is your chance!
Friday October 23rd
- None
Saturday October 24th
- None
Sunday October 25th / Pledge Sunday
- Handbell Ministry Rehearsal - 8:45 AM until 9:30 AM
- Modern Worship Experience - 9:30 AM
- Sunday School Classes - 9:30 AM
- Traditional Worship Experience - 11:00 AM
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, October 21st: Come for a delicious dinner at 5 PM and then at 5:45 participate in various on-campus activities as we serve our community and support our mission partners! These activities are open to the whole family!
Activities will include:
Activities will include:
- Packing dental bags and writing notes for City Park Elementary School
- Baking cupcakes and writing notes to staff at all local ministry partners
- Installing a small outdoor food pantry box at the Thornton Ave side of the church, and stocking it with food
- Creating artwork and encouraging posters for our school partners, Friendship House and City Park
MENU:
Oct 21: Spaghetti, corn on the cob, garlic bread, salad, dessert
Oct 28: Hot dogs, slaw, chips, cookie
Nov 4: Taco soup, grilled cheese sandwich, salad, dessert
Nov 11: Sloppy Joe, baked beans, tater tots, salad, dessert
Nov 18: Turkey in gravy, dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes, roll, dessert
Dec 2: Chicken bacon pasta, steamed broccoli, roll, salad, dessert
Dec 9: Soup, sandwich, salad, dessert
Oct 21: Spaghetti, corn on the cob, garlic bread, salad, dessert
Oct 28: Hot dogs, slaw, chips, cookie
Nov 4: Taco soup, grilled cheese sandwich, salad, dessert
Nov 11: Sloppy Joe, baked beans, tater tots, salad, dessert
Nov 18: Turkey in gravy, dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes, roll, dessert
Dec 2: Chicken bacon pasta, steamed broccoli, roll, salad, dessert
Dec 9: Soup, sandwich, salad, dessert
STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN
On October 4th, we began our annual stewardship campaign, “There’s No Place Like Dalton First.” Pledge Sunday will be October 25.
Pledge cards will be available on Sunday, or you can print one using the button below. If you would like a pledge card mailed to you, please contact the church office at
706-278-8494.
Pledge cards will be available on Sunday, or you can print one using the button below. If you would like a pledge card mailed to you, please contact the church office at
706-278-8494.
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Did you know?
More than half of Dalton First's budget supports the staff who lead and care for our congregation, while another 29% supports the buildings and grounds where we gather. The rest funds ministry programs, administration, and our connection to the broader United Methodist Church. Every slice of this chart helps make ministry possible!
More than half of Dalton First's budget supports the staff who lead and care for our congregation, while another 29% supports the buildings and grounds where we gather. The rest funds ministry programs, administration, and our connection to the broader United Methodist Church. Every slice of this chart helps make ministry possible!
UPCOMING EVENTS
TRUNK OR TREAT - WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH
We want to show our love for the Dalton Community by going ALL OUT with our Trunk or Treat for Hunger this year! Our goal is to have 40 trunks participating and help make this a fun and memorable event for everyone. Set-up will begin at 3:30 PM, and trunks will open at 5:00 PM. Each person or group will be assigned their own parking spot, which will be marked with sidewalk chalk prior to set-up. Don’t be afraid to get creative with your trunk decorations and themes! We will be collecting candy for the event (anything nut-free), as well as food donations for City of Refuge. Donation drop-off will be available in the Atrium beginning Wednesday, September 30. Let’s come together to support our community, have some fun, and make this year’s Trunk or Treat for Hunger a huge success!
OASIS NEWS
DALTON FIRST FAMILY RETREAT
We are exploring the possibility of planning a Dalton First Family Retreat and would love to hear from our families. Would your family be interested in attending a family retreat? If so, what weeks would work best for your family, and what location would you most like to visit? Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below. Your feedback will help us determine the level of interest and begin planning a retreat that works well for our families.
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