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D. M. A.   F E L L O W S H I P

WHAT IS D. M. A. FELLOWSHIP?

D.M.A. Fellowship is a senior adult ministry for those 55 years of age and older. (The initials, "D.M.A." stand for "Don't Mention Age.) It was organized in 1987 for the purpose of spiritual fellowship, friendship and outreach for the Lord.

WHO CAN JOIN?

To join D.M.A. Fellowship an individual or spouse must be 55 years of age or older and attend at least one monthly luncheon or activity. Honorary membership is considered by recommendation of the officers for those not quite 55. All members are encouraged to purchase and wear the official D.M.A. Fellowship nametag to all meetings and activities.

WHO ARE THE LEADERS?

Officers of D.M.A. Fellowship are elected each October, to serve a one year term. Officers must be members of Johnston Chapel Baptist Church. Serving until September 2008 is:

From left to right:

Sheila Dunavant - Treasurer
Louise Haldren - Secretary
Harold Haldren - President
Baynard Clemson - Vice President

Group leader is Pastor Jim Nofsinger

WHEN DO THEY MEET?

 

Each month, D.M.A. Fellowship sponsors a luncheon on the 2nd Thursday, meeting in room #140 at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish lunch to share. The church provides drinks and table service. Upcoming programs for 2008:

 

January 10 – John Robinson, leader of the GriefShare ministry at Johnston Chapel will introduce the GriefShare ministry.  He will present “The Journey of Grief,”

 

February 14 – A special surprise treat is planned for Valentine’s Day.  Please bring soup, salad, sandwiches and sweets to share with one another.

 

March 13 – Kim Blackburn, the Program Manager, Community Health Nursing with the UNWA Health & Retirement Funds will present a program on Alzheimers. 

 

April 10 – Bruce Bishop of Med Response will present a program on “The Upcoming Changes in Medicare Benefits.” 

 

May 8 – Dr. Miriam Wheeler, missionary with the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism will present a program on her ministry to the Ukraine. 

 

June 12 – TBA

 

July 10 – TBA 

 

August 14 – Covered dish picnic at the church pavilion at 6 pm.  Note:  This meeting will replace our regular morning meeting at 10:30 a.m. 

 

September 11 – TBA

 

October 9 – TBA

 

November 13 – TBA

 

December 11 – Christmas Banquet at the church fellowship hall at 6:30 p.m.  Note:  This meeting will replace our regular morning meeting at 10:30 a.m.  Watch for additional details.

 

 

WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE PLANNED THIS YEAR?
 

D.M.A. Fellowship also sponsors a number of trips and activities through the year.  Outings in 2008 will include:

 

February 29th

We will depart from the church at 6:30 a.m. and travel south to Charlotte, North Carolina to tour the new Billy Graham Library and the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens.  Cost is $25 per person for admission and transportation.  No meals are included but we will stop for all meals that day.  See Pastor Jim Nofsinger to reserve your place.

May 22nd

Mystery Outing to various locations in the region.  The church bus will depart at 8:45 a.m. and return by 5:30 p.m.  Cost is $40 per person.  All travel, admissions & meals will be included.  See Pastor Jim Nofsinger with full payment by Thursday, May 8th so that all arrangements can be made.   

October 23-25

Williamsburg-Jamestown-Yorktown is the destination of our fall 3-day trip, October 23-25.  Tour brochures with complete details are now available.  A $50 deposit is due at the time of the booking.  Final payment is due by September 23rd.  This trip was arranged with Christian Tours with a minimum of 35 participants.  See Pastor Jim Nofsinger for a tour brochure or to place your reservation.

 

 

HOW TO CONTACT US?

For additional information regarding D.M.A. Fellowship, please contact the church office at (304) 425-6315 or by writing Pastor Nofsinger at dmafellowship@johnstonchapel.org


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