Sunshine Herald

Druid Hills United

Methodist Church

A Monthly Publication of Druid Hills United Methodist Church

Serving Christ by Learning, Leading and Loving Sunshine Herald
FEBRUARY 2011

From the Pastor: Rev. Daryl W. Allen INSIDE THIS ISSUE

From the Pastor 1

Greetings Sisters and Brothers!
Financial Report 2
The new year has begun and I pray that this has been an outstanding year for you so far. I
Caring and Sharing 2
also pray that those commitments you made to make a change in your life are still working
for you. Parish Nurse 3, 4

But, here we are in February already. When I think about February, I think about catching Activities 4, 5, 6
my breath from the holiday season. I think about the shortest month of the year and how 7
GoodSearch/GoodShop
quickly March will arrive. I think about that day smack dab in the middle and what in the
world am I going to do with it. I am talking about Valentine's Day. That day set aside for us Great Lakes Scrip
to remember those we love and to tell them about it. Calendar 8

When I think about telling the people I love how much they mean to me, I am always struck Tableau fundraiser 4
by how God expresses His love for me. I first reflect on the sacrifice Jesus made on my be-
half. The way that He gave so much of Himself so that I might live, so that I might have
eternal life; so that I might spend eternity in the presence of the Triune God. Then I think
about the Gospels. (For those of you participating in my Bible Challenge, you spent the ma-
jority of January reading all of these.) I think about all the parables, the lessons, the advice
that my Savior gave me. I do not look at them as rigid rules of control. Rather, I see them as
a loving Messiah giving me sage wisdom. Wisdom, that if followed, will not control me; but
give me peace. It will not give me a perfect life, but a life connected to a never ending sup- 02/01 Joe Ernst
ply of love. It will reveal to me ways not only to feel the love of Christ, but share it with Talon Johnson
others. I find great freedom and wonderful love in those Gospels. 02/02 Violet Dyer
Then I look to the heroes, models, and faithful people of the Old Testament. I look to Abra-
02/04 Bob Williams
ham and Sarah, Moses and Zipporah, Noah and his family, Deborah, Ruth, Esther, Job, Jo- 02/11 Traci Barrow
nah, King David, and a whole host of others. They were not perfect, by any stretch; and that 02/14 Debby Baugher
is why I can associate with them so easily. They are all, to a degree, like me. They make 02/21 Terri Baskin
mistakes, they are flawed, they are sinful. But in those instances of faithfulness; God uses 02/23 Frank Thompson
them for extraordinary missions. When they showed up and paid attention, God did marvel-
ous and miraculous wonders through them and I find great encouragement in that.
We talked this month during worship how God typically works within the ordinary. Sisters
and brothers...that is us. God gave us Scripture as God's love story for us. God showed us
time and time again how much we are loved and valued and needed by God. God uses regu-
lar people, people like you and me, to accomplish extraordinary feats. I tell you all of this to 02/06 Edith & Nicholas
encourage you not to sell yourself short. First, I implore you to show up. Read Scripture, Caroleo
attend worship, pray often. The more time you spend with God, the more in tune you are
02/17 Joyce & John
with God. Second, I urge you to pay attention. Look, actively look, for ways that God can
Clayton
use you. Be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and follow them. God will use you
and wants to use you. God desires to bless you in this way.
Marlene & Lenny
Shank
God gave us the Scriptures for many reasons. One of which is to express to us how much we
are valued and loved. Be active in your relationship with the Triune God. Let God shower
you with His gifts. Let God love you like no one else can. Then share those gifts, experi-
ences, and love with others.
Please do not allow Valentine's Day to be the only day you express to other people how
much you appreciate them and care for them. A few words of love can do so much to lift the
spirits of another and can also make you the answer to another person's prayers.
In the name of Christ, I love you all,
Pastor Daryl
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Prayer serves as the backbone of the church. It is what supports all our The Sunshine Herald is the monthly pub-
efforts of ministry. In that spirit, you are invited to hold these persons in lication of Druid Hills United Methodist
your prayers and thoughts. Just as the Spirit needs healing, so does the Church.
body. The two, it seems, go together in God’s plan.
Editor: Carole Newlin
Karen Baldwin At Home
Pastor: Rev. Daryl W. Allen
Brad & Ruth Fuller At Home
Pastor’s Blog:
Emil Hass At Home www.pastordaryl.blogspot.com
Bernie Hamilton At Home Director of Worship Arts:
DeNease Hicks At Home Lucy Williams
Dorothy Jones Private Home Email: druidhillsum@aol.com

Alene Krouse At Home Phone: 352-629-5688

Fax: 352-629-5843
Charles Lee At Home
Mail: 1712 S. E. Lake Weir Rd.
Carol Peterson At Home Ocala, FL 34471
Faye & Jim Pippin At Home Hours: 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Wilhelmina Rogers Private Home Monday through Friday

Thelma Sharbaugh At Home

Our Mission:
Floy Smith At Home
We are a fellowship of believers
Terry Smith At Home Serving Christ by
Adele Stipp At Home Learning, Leading and Loving

OUR STEWARDSHIP The “Singles of Golden NEWSLETTER DEADLINE

AND ATTENDANCE Friends” will no longer be
meeting the second Monday
The Newsletter deadline each
(12-24 through 1-23-11) month is the 3rd Sunday. If you
of each month in Fellowship
Budget: $17,539.00 Hall. (Our attendance is too have information you want pub-
Offering: $11,595.00 low.) Thanks for allowing us lished, you can write it up on the
to use the facilities. proper submission form and sub-
Difference: ($5,944.00) mit it to the church office prior to
Luann Bainbridge
Children’s Home: $ 234.08 the deadline or email Carole at
Sr. Adult Ministries
Parking Income: $ 750.00 druidhillsum@aol.com. Please re-
Average Attendance member when writing articles for
publication to include all the basics
Worship ……………………..... 105 angelfood menu is available of the information you want com-
Sunday School in the Narthex & in the municated: who, what, when,
Adult Focus…………..… ………. 7 church office. where, why, and how. Articles
Nursery……………………….…….0
may be edited as necessary.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Children’s Church……...………3
Bible Study……………………...27
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PARISH NURSE NEWSLINE

Joyce Baugher, R.N., Parish Nurse
DO YOU KNOW ALL 11 RISK FACTORS FOR STROKE?
1. High blood pressure. Strokes are four to six time more likely to occur in people with high blood pressure.
2. High cholesterol. People with high cholesterol are at double the risk of having a stroke.
3. Heart disease. Strokes are six times more likely to occur in people with heart disease.
4. Being overweight. Excess weight can lead to heart disease and high cholesterol, which, in turn, increase the chance
of a stroke.
5. Heavy drinking. Excessive alcohol intake increases the risk for stoke.
6. Smoking. Smokers have double the risk for stroke compared with nonsmokers.
7. Being female. Women are more likely to have stroke than men. One in five women will have a stroke in her life-
time.
8. Being African-American. African-Americans have a higher rate of stroke than other races.
9. Older age. After age 55, the likelihood of stroke increases.
10. Diabetes. The risk for stroke is higher for those with diabetes.
11. History of stroke or TIA. Risks of stroke increase for those who have a family history of stroke, who have had a
prior stroke or who have suffered a transient ischemic attack (TIA or warning stroke).

PARISH NURSE NEWSLINE (part 2)

Joyce Baugher, R.N., Parish Nurse
DIABETES AND YOUR DIET: BUSTING 7 MYTHS
Some of the things you’ve heard about diabetes & diet probably aren’t true.
If you have diabetes, you’re probably watching what you eat to keep your blood sugar (glucose) levels stable. It’s the
key to maintaining good health & avoiding potentially serious complications.
But many of us have misconceptions about diabetes & diet, says Andrea Dunn, RD, LD, CDE, a registered dietitian &
certified diabetes educator in Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease Institute. Below, she sheds light on some common
myths you may have come across:
Myth #1: You need to follow a “diabetic diet”.
Fact: There is no diabetic diet; anyone can follow the healthy eating style recommended for people with diabetes. That
includes mostly plant-based diet (think vegetables, fruits & whole grains), lean meats, vegetable oils instead of butter or
margarine & low-fat dairy products. Not only will eating healthy keep diabetes in check, it will also help you achieve &
maintain a health weight.
Myth #2: You have to stop eating bread.
Fact: You can still eat bread & other carbohydrates if you have diabetes - but stick to healthy portions. Learn which
foods contain carbohydrates & how many carbs they contain, then spread your carbohydrates throughout the day to keep
blood glucose stable. If you need help in meal planning, a registered dietitian can give you an individual assessment &
help you determine the right amount of carbohydrates for your needs.
Myth #3: Avoiding sugar will help you control diabetes.
Fact: Sugar is just one part of the “total carbohydrates” you’ll need to watch to keep your glucose levels stable. To de-
termine the number of carbs you’re consuming at each meal, check the food label. Look at the serving size & compare it
to the amount on your plate. Check the total carbohydrate grams per serving & do the math.
Say the serving size on the label reads 1 cup & the total carbohydrates per serving reads 45 grams. You have 2 cups on
your plate, or 90 grams of carbohydrates. How does that fit into your carbohydrate budget of the meal, considering all
the other carb-containing foods you plan to eat? Most doctors recommend 45 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per meal,
depending on your calorie needs.

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PARISH NURSE NEWSLINE (part 2)

Joyce Baugher, R.N., Parish Nurse
DIABETES AND YOUR DIET: BUSTING 7 MYTHS (continued)
Myth #4: You can eat all the meat & fat you want because they have zero carbs.
Fact: Eating less fat, especially saturated fat, from meat & other foods is important for heart health. This is especially
true if you have type 2 diabetes because your risk of heart disease is two to four time higher than normal. Stay heart-
healthy by eating a variety of mainly plant-based foods.
Myth #5: Juice is better for you than soda.
Fact: Half a cup of juice contains the same amount of carbohydrate as half a cup of soda. Juice might contain more nu-
trients, but it can raise blood glucose levels just as much as soft drinks can. Switch to water & other zero-calorie drinks
for your main beverages. If you drink juice at all, limit the quantity & include its carbs in your carbohydrate budget for
the meal or snack.
Myth #6: If you’re overweight, you’re doomed to get diabetes.
Fact: You can help delay or even prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes by losing just 5 to 7 percent of your weight & by
getting a minimum of two and a half hours of exercise per week. Those are findings from the Diabetes Prevention Pro-
gram, a major study conducted at multiple U.S. Medical Centers. Small changes can add up to a big difference in your
health!
Myth #7: If you take diabetes medication, you don’t have to watch what you eat.
Fact: You need to take charge of what you eat & how active you are to stay on top of diabetes. Lifestyle, including what
we eat & how much we exercise, is the cornerstone of good health whether we have diabetes or not. But, always follow
your doctor’s advise about medications & monitoring your blood glucose.

EASTER TABLEAU FUNDRAISER

WHEN: Saturday, March 5, 2011
WHAT: 5-Way Chili Dinner
(dessert and beverage included)
WHERE: Druid Hills UMC Fellowship Hall
TIME: 5-7 pm
COST: $8.00
Hope to see you there. For more information, please contact Eunice Reid at 687-9122.

THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO

Have you noticed how nice our church grounds look? The Board of Trustees would like to extend a big, “Thank you”, to
Frank Fischkelta and his crew from ARC for the wonderful job they are doing. Not only do they mow; they keep the
shrubs trimmed, trim low hanging tree branches and even power washed the patio in front of the sanctuary.
We appreciate everything they do!
Ruth Griffith
Board of Trustees Chairperson

MODELs
MODELs will meet at 1 pm on Feb. 17 at Blanca’s Café at Ocala Palms Country Club, 5174 NW 26th Street. If you plan
to attend, please email your reservation to dhumcvol@yahoo.com or call the office by Feb. 15.
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THANK YOU
“Praise God from whom all blessings flow.” God has his ambassadors - each of you has shown your love, prayers, con-
cern & thoughtfulness. We do thank each of you. You made my surgery so easy & healing for both of us most remark-
able.
Don & Louise Cox

UNITED METHODIST MEN

The UMM will have their February meeting at Golden Corral on Feb. 9 at 5:30 PM. Cost is $10.19, plus tax, per person.
We invite all spouses and friends to join us. A sign-up sheet will be at the Connection Station.
Frank Thompson

FROM THE HEART - UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

UMW meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 15 at 10 AM in Fellowship Hall. All women of the church are in-
vited.

“DID YOU KNOW….”

As a church, we paid 100% of our 2010 Apportionments. This is the 8th consecutive year that we have accomplished
this goal. A wonderful testament to our faithfulness & generosity.

F I A (aka Faith in Action)

We have several activities planned in the future, please add them to your calendar. On April 3, we are planning the an-
nual picnic with some changes from previous years. This year, it will be held on a Sunday immediately after worship
service & will be held on the church grounds. So, come to church & stay for a fun picnic, games & festivities.
Our next fun time will be Saturday, April 9. Please join us in Fellowship Hall at 6:30 pm for an old fashion, “ICE
CREAM SOCIAL”, with fresh strawberries & other toppings. A program is pending. Instead of the dessert auction
we’ve had previously, this will be our fundraiser this year. We are supporting “Food 4 Kids” as our community outreach
project. We also have an adopted family. Come, get your fill of ice cream & help us with our community projects.
FIA meets the first Friday night of each month from October through June & would welcome anyone to join us.
If you have any questions, please contact Joyce Baugher or any FIA member.

GIRL SCOUT TROOP 269

We are collecting dog & cat food for pets of the homeless. They are in dire need of cat food. You can drop off the food
at South Ocala Animal Hospital or Druid Hills UMC.
Also, it’s Girl Scout Cookie time! If you would like to order cookies, please contact Trina Shippee, Troop Leader, at
895-4344. Cookies will be distributed at DHUMC on Saturday, Feb. 19.

SUMMER NURSING OPPORTUNITIES AT WARREN WILLIS UM CAMP

Each week during the summer at the Warren Willis UM Camp in Fruitland Park, FL, we utilize two nurses to serve in
ministry to the campers, summer staff and adult volunteers that will be in attendance during our Summer Camping pro-
gram. Nurses can serve for 1 week up to 10 weeks as a paid position or as a volunteer. We are looking for currently li-
censed (in Florida) RNs or LPNs. For more information, please visit the Warren Willis Camp website at
www.warrenwilliscamp.org (look under Attend, and them click on Camp Nurses) or contact Heather Pancoast at
heather.pancoast@warrenwilliscamp.org or by calling 352-787-4345, ext. 4151.
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RELAY FOR LIFE

A sign-up sheet for this year’s DHUMC team is available on the Connection Station. T-shirt sizes are needed to get your
2011 Road Map To A Cure t-shirt.
Fundraiser for Relay - If you purchase any of the following expressions from Uppercase Living, 10% of the purchase
will be donated to DHUMC’s team.

You can also purchase a customizable expression that is ideal for display on your car window, desktop, or virtually any
smooth surface. Made from durable, removable decorative vinyl, each 5” design comes with installation instructions &
your choice of ten 1” characters. Package price is just $15, with 35% of all proceeds going to the Relay team.
If you have any questions, please call Karen Murray or Ann McMurrer or email Karen at msmurk56@yahoo.com

C.E.R.T AND D.E.N.T.

C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) and D.E.N.T. (Disaster Emergency Notification Team) members,
let’s commit to be in communication this year to set dates and times to meet and decide what we are going to do in the
new year as a team. ALL are welcome. Meeting date for February to be announced. If you have any questions, please
contact Karen Murray.

MINISTRY FAIR
WHEN: February 20 and 27 (after Worship Service)
WHERE: Fellowship Hall
WHAT IS A MINISTRY FAIR?
A Ministry Fair highlights all of our Worship, Outreach/Mission and Christian Education opportunities. We will also
have displays from United Methodist Men, United Methodist Women, Faith in Action and our Scouting programs. There
will be representatives from each area of service available to answer any questions you might have. We will have sign-
up sheets, as needed, at each table.
We hope that you will visit each area.
Worship Committee
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NEW REVAMPED WEBSITE AND ADDITIONAL NEWS

Coming Soon! - A new and revamped website is under construction for our church. Watch this space in the coming
months for the address and launch date!
Pastor’s Blog - So many things happen in the life of our church that it is important that we stay in contact with each
other. One of the many ways we accomplish that is through Pastor Daryl’s Blog. This blog (web log) has sermon texts,
Bible Challenge schedules, Friday Fives (five important things Pastor Daryl wants to pass along & other updates as they
happen. You are encouraged to check out the blog frequently. The web address is www.pastordaryl.blogspot.com. You
can also subscribe to the blog & receive updates straight to your email inbox. So click on over & check it out!
Google Much? - What if Druid Hills UMC earned a donation every time you searched the Internet? Or how about if a
percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our church? Well, now it can via GoodSearch and Good-
Shop!
GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny a
search, to the charities its users designate. Use it just as you would any search engine, get quality search results from
Yahoo & watch the donations add up!
GoodShop.com is a new online shopping mall which donates up to 30 percent of each purchase to your favorite cause!
Hundreds of great stores including Amazon, Target, Gap, Best Buy, eBay, Macy’s & Barnes & Noble have teamed up
with GoodShop & every time you place an order, you’ll be supporting your favorite cause.
And if you download the GoodSearch-Druid Hills UMC toolbar, our church will earn money every time you shop &
search online - even if you forget to go to GoodShop or GoodSearch first! Add the Druid Hills UMC toolbar at
http://www.goodsearch.com/nonprofit/druid-hills-united-methodist-church.aspx.

GREAT LAKES SCRIP CENTER FUNDRAISER

Do you know that you could become a fundraiser for Druid Hills UMC simply by shopping and/or eating at your favor-
ite restaurants and by giving gift cards for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, etc?
What Is Scrip? Scrip is a term that means “substitute money”. When you purchase scrip, you’re purchasing prepaid gift
cards that are used just like cash. You can use scrip to purchase everyday expenses like food, clothing, and other essen-
tials, and with every purchase, you earn revenue for DHUMC.
How scrip generates revenue for you - Because the scrip is purchased with cash up front, the participating retailers offer
a substantial discount. The discount - from two to fifteen percent or more – is our organization’s revenue.
The list of participating retailers & family order forms are located in the Narthex in the sanctuary or in the church office.
Retailers regularly offer additional contributions to participating non-profit organizations. These bonus offers are usually
posted in the Sunday bulletin.
From August 2010 through December 2010, we raised $605. If you have any questions or need additional information,
please feel free to contact Carole Newlin at the church office, 629-5688, during normal business hours or at home, 236-
3411.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS NEED SHORT-TERM HOST FAMILIES IN JULY

EF Educational Homestay Program is looking to place high school age students from China with volunteer host families
for 3 short weeks this summer in July. These students are coming to our area to improve their English language skills
and to experience American family life. Host families are asked to provide a bed for the students, an extra plate at the
table, transportation to/from the course center for classes/activities and a warm welcoming environment. Youths from
the host families can even earn community service hours by hosting! And...for every family that hosts from your
church, EF will make a $25 donation to your church. So, check your calendar, this is an incredible mission opportu-
nity for a mutually valuable learning experience for all your family members. If you are interested in more informa-
tion, please call Janet Mitchell, Program Leader at 854-6200.
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1712 S. E. Lake Weir Rd.
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