October 25, 2026
Reformation Sunday
Sermon: Dangerous David: When Gifts Become Possessions
Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, 26-27; 12:1-9 (NRSV)
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 25th
- 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 26th
- 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 27th
- OASIS Meeting - 11:00 AM / (Older Adults Sharing In Service) is our initiative for adults 55+ that provides opportunities for inclusion, learning, and fellowship. We will offer lectures on topics of interest to seniors, day trips to nearby activities, and social gatherings.
- 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 28st
- Wednesday Morning Ladies Bible Study - 10:00 AM / Join us in the Parlor as we study "Not One Moment Late: Trusting God's Timing for Your Life " by Lisa Toney.
- Dulcimers Club - 2:30 PM
- Trunk or Treat for Hunger- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM / Join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat for Hunger! Enjoy an evening of decorated trunks, candy, costumes, family fun, and a FREE dinner beginning at 4 PM! We’ll also be collecting canned goods to benefit City of Refuge. Bring your canned goods to help stock their shelves and support those in need in our community. Bring the whole family and invite your friends for a fun evening of fellowship and giving back!
- Chancel Choir Rehearsal - 7:00 PM
Thursday October 29nd
- Sounds of Joy - 9:30 AM / Want to be a part of our community choir? Here is your chance!
Friday October 30rd
- None
Saturday October 31th
- None
Sunday November 1 / All Saints Sunday
- Daylight Saving Time ends - Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour!
- 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
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 is available in the Atrium. Let’s come together to support our community, have some fun, and make this year’s Trunk or Treat for Hunger a huge success!
FOOD DRIVE CONTEST UPDATE!
The competition is heating up! Here are the current can counts:
1st Place: Don Landen – 119 cans
2nd Place: Erin Smith – 102 cans
3rd Place: Mat Napp – 99 cans
4th Place: Matthew Dean – 82 cans
The stakes are high! One Sunday, everyone will wear the team colors of the winner’s favorite team! The loser of the food drive contest will have to spin the Wheel of Misfortune!
FOOD DRIVE CONTEST UPDATE!
The competition is heating up! Here are the current can counts:
1st Place: Don Landen – 119 cans
2nd Place: Erin Smith – 102 cans
3rd Place: Mat Napp – 99 cans
4th Place: Matthew Dean – 82 cans
The stakes are high! One Sunday, everyone will wear the team colors of the winner’s favorite team! The loser of the food drive contest will have to spin the Wheel of Misfortune!
STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN
On October 4th, we began our annual stewardship campaign, “There’s No Place Like Dalton First.” Pledge Sunday was October 25, but it's not too late to make your pledge.
Pledge cards are available at the church, 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 are available at the church, 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.
The Stairway of 2026 Giving
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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
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.
IN LOVING TRIBUTE: HONORARY & MEMORIAL GIFTS:
In Honor of Jackie Pope
Lydia & Tom Bartley
In Memory of David Brown
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Gloria & Bee Brown
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Jane Clark
Lydia & Tom Bartley
Bennieta Chappell
Sally & John Poehlman
In Memory of Jerri & Jack Cooper
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Sue Tuggle
Palmer Pace
In Memory of JoAnne & Tom Wright
Palmer Pace
Lydia & Tom Bartley
In Memory of David Brown
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Gloria & Bee Brown
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Jane Clark
Lydia & Tom Bartley
Bennieta Chappell
Sally & John Poehlman
In Memory of Jerri & Jack Cooper
Janette & Ken Brown
In Memory of Sue Tuggle
Palmer Pace
In Memory of JoAnne & Tom Wright
Palmer Pace
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