DUMC Library

A Place to Learn, Grow, and Be Inspired.

Explore a wide range of books and resources for all ages—from faith and theology to fiction, devotionals, and children’s literature. The DUMC Library is open to everyone and is a great place to deepen your spiritual journey or simply enjoy a good read.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Sundays 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., and Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • On the ground floor of the church, along the same hallway as the staff offices.

  • Members of DUMC, the church's Weekday Preschool, and others in the community, provided that we have a record of your contact information.

  • All items may be checked out for 2 weeks. You are welcome to renew any item by phone, email, or in person, as long as no one else is waiting to borrow it.

  • Absolutely. Contact Gail Spach, who will be happy to assist with the location of resources and with research.

Resources

Over 9,000 items for adults and children. We have an exciting collection of brand new and classic books, audio books, and DVDs. Explore our resources, listed below, or access the Library's online database.

DVDs

Our DVD collection includes classic and recent movies as well as DVDs with a religious theme and documentaries.  

Books

The Library's adult collection is divided into the following categories: The Arts, Bible Studies, Biography, Fiction, Methodism, History, Personal Growth, Social Justice, Spiritual Growth, and Parenting.

We have a large selection of children's fiction and nonfiction and a growing collection of young adult books. There is a special section of children's books called "Junior Concerns" to help children through life's challenges (anxiety and perfectionism, grief, illness, changes, bullying, emotional challenges, interpersonal relationships, etc.).

Volunteer

We extend our thanks to all those who are current or former Library volunteers, some of whom have given their time to the Library for many years. We are grateful to have volunteers in all our regular weekly positions. 

If you would like to help out with occasional special projects in the Library, please contact Gail Spach.

Contributions

We gladly accept contributions to the Library Fund throughout the year. Making a contribution to the Library is a wonderful way to honor friends or family members.

Donations

We appreciate the donation of small quantities of new or used books or other items, which may either be used on the shelves or offered for sale, the proceeds from which benefit the Library.