Cost is $7. Empty mugs are $5.

Bright Beginnings Preschool is getting ready for Easter this week. The children will hear the story of the Dogwood tree and learn about the Resurrection Eggs. We are registering now for our six-week Summer Camp. The weeks of camp are June 12 through June 28. After a holiday week for the 4th of July we will resume camp July 10 though July 26. Our theme this camp is “The Incredible Voyage Through the Human Body”. The days of Summer Camp are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. If you have children or grandchildren that might be interested in attending, please contact Linda Gulick through the church office.

Also, BBPS is having a rummage sale in the DCC parking lot on Saturday, April 21 from 7 am to 2 pm. The sale is a fundraiser for BBPS as they will be renting “parking spaces” where folks can hold their own “garage sale.” Everyone is welcome whether you are renting a space to sell your own goods or coming as a shopper! For more information, contact Jan in the church office at 972-398-2240.

From Psalm 98:
1 Sing to the LORD a new song,
for he has done marvelous things;
his right hand and his holy arm
have worked salvation for him.
2 The LORD has made his salvation known
and revealed his righteousness to the nations.
4 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth,
burst into jubilant song with music;
5 make music to the LORD with the harp,
with the harp and the sound of singing,
6 with trumpets and the blast of the ram's horn—
shout for joy before the LORD, the King.

Invitation to the Congregation:
You know, we just have so much fun in the Chancel Choir that we want to give you a chance to share it! During the 10:30 worship on Easter Sunday, the Chancel Choir is singing two anthems that include trumpet and congregational singing. Ty Young will step up to the lectern and lead you in the congregational singing at the appropriate time. Who knows? You might find yourself tempted to join us on Wednesday nights after you see how easy and fun this is!

Here it is:

Also, don't forget to visit the online calendar. It enables you to send yourself reminders of upcoming events, send invitations to friends and colleagues and download the church schedule to your personal computer. You can find all of the church activities, birthdays and anniversaries on that calendar, as well as the scheduled Elders, Deacons and Connectors for each Sunday.

Also, there is a place to submit prayer requests and a new feature called "DCC TV," which includes the videos from the "Let's Grow" campaign.

During his final week Jesus prepared his disciples for what lie ahead. They gathered together in the Upper Room to celebrate the Passover Meal in what would be his last supper with those he had chosen. In one of his last loving acts with those who had become like his brothers, he removed their shoes and washed their feet as they prepared to dine together. One of his disciples, Simon Peter was confused by what Jesus was doing and Jesus responds to all his disciples in Luke 13:13-15, “Do you understand what I have done for you?” “You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord’ and rightly so, for that is what I am. Now that I your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.” Jesus gives his disciples a new command in vs. 34, “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Meditate on how Jesus is speaking to your heart as one of his disciples. Remember the journey he made for us to the cross out of his great love for us. As you remember, reach out, love and serve in His name.

With much love in Christ,
Donna

Easter Children and Youth Activities
9 am Worship - All youth singing special music for the service meet in the sanctuary at 8:45 am ... 9:30 am – Breakfast ... 9:50 am – Easter Egg Hunt – Meet in the atrium to prepare to go out on the front lawn for the hunt! ... 10:30am - Worship ... NOTE: All children and youth singing the special music during the worship services are encouraged to sit with your families to the front piano side of the sanctuary

Sprouts Children’s Church
Easter is a special time for our families to worship together. “Sprouts” will not meet this week. Join us again on April 15 when our VeggieTale friends Bob and Larry return to teach us about connecting to God our source of love! Serving April 15th: Nancy Jiang

Servant Days
April 15 – May 15 will be our month of seeking and serving in Jesus’ name. We are on a mission to exercise our love for Christ. Do you have a need around your home that could use the energy of a youth to complete? Garage needs attention, yard needs some sprucing up. We’re here to serve you. Many of our youth are looking for service hours. Donations to the Youth Fund for the work done will be accepted and credited to the youth who provides the service! Call Donna at 972-533-6789 and we’ll set you up with a helping hand!