“. . . the Dayspring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet unto the way of peace.”

Luke 1:78-79 KJV

November 11, 2012

DayspringUnited Methodist Church

DayspringUnited Methodist Church

A Stephen Ministry Congregation

Our Mission Statement:To create disciples of Jesus Christ who touch and inspire people

through an open and diverse community

November 11, 2012 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

*As a courtesy, please make certain your cell phone is off during worship. Thank you.

THE CHURCH GATHERS TO WORSHIP

MUSIC FOR GATHERING Rev. L. Michael Kelley at the Organ

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE PRELUDE Dietrich Buxtehude “Nun bitten wir den Heilgen Geist” 1637-1707

(Now Pray We to the Holy Spirit)

THE CHORAL INTROIT9:00 - “Sing Out a Song” by Don Besig

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “Thou Art God” by John Ness BeckThe Dayspring Chorale

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: O God, we come into your courts with praise and

thanksgiving!People: We come in celebration and song.Pastor: We come in gratitude of your inheritance.People: We come as those who have received

blessing upon blessing.Pastor: We hear the cry of the poor in the land,

and ache to offer them relief.People: We come to bring them blessing upon blessing,

In Jesus’ name.Pastor: O God, we come into your courts

with praise and thanksgiving.People: We come in celebration and song.

*THE OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #696“America the Beautiful”

A TIME FOR OUR CHILDREN(As children age 2 through 5th grade leave for Sunday School,

please join in singing Hymn #143)

“On Eagle’s Wings”And God will raise you up on eagle’s wings,

bear you on the breath of dawn,make you to shine like the sun

and hold you in the palm of God’s hand.

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM 10:30 a.m.Carter William Richardson

Hayden Michael Richardson(3-14-12)

Response: With God’s helpwe will so order our lives after the example of Christ,that these children, surrounded by steadfast love,may be established in the faith,and confirmed and strengthenedin the way that leads to eternal life.

HYMN RESPONSE Hymnal #611“Child of Blessing, Child of Promise” Stanza 1

THE ANTHEM9:00 - “The Great Commission” by John Carter

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “How Can I Keep from Singing?” by Craig CourtneyThe Dayspring Chorale

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER9:00 - “Come, Come Unto Me” by P. Drennan

10:30 - “Hear My Prayer” by M. Hogan

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE EPISTLE READING 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

THE PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

THE OFFERTORY Johann Sebastian Bach “Air” from Orchestral Suite No. 3 1685-1750

in D Major, BWV1068Garrett Klein, Trumpet

*THE DOXOLOGY Hymnal #94Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia!Praise God, the source of all our gifts!

Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts!Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

*THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION

*THE HYMN OF PREPARATION Hymnal #558“I Am the Church”

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Luke 16:1-13

THE SERMON Rev. Jane Tews“U R the Church”

*THE CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #87“What Gift Can We Bring”

*THE BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE Arr. L. M. Kelley“In Christ There Is No East or West”

In Christ there is no east or west, in him no south or north;but one great fellowship of love throughout the whole wide earth.

*PASSING OF THE PEACEPastor: Let us greet one another as sisters and brothers in the

ministry of Jesus Christ. May the grace of our Lord and Savior be with you.

People: And also with you!

(Please turn and greet one another as disciples of Jesus Christ!)

*THE POSTLUDE J. S. Bach“Fugue in C Major” BWV547

PATIO FELLOWSHIPPlease Join Us for Refreshments on the Patio

*Those in the congregation who are able shall stand

Assisting in the Service This Morning:Rev. George Smoot

Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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Fall Ministry Fair - Today!

Plan on attending this All-Church Eventthis morning in Fellowship Hall.

Opening at 10:00 a.m. and running until 12:00 noon,we’ll offer a wonderful opportunity for you

to learn more about all of the ministries at Dayspring!We’ll have baked goods and coffee

for you to enjoy, too!

See you there!

To You, Our First Time Guest: We’re delighted you’re here! Please stand when the pastor asks for first time guests, so we can recognize you. We also invite you to stop by the Welcome Table near the church entrance and pick up a packet with information about our church. Welcome to Dayspring!

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THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by Bill & Betty Pettit, in honor of Randy & Susan Wilson’s 21st wedding anniversary.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by Marilyn Miller, in loving memory of my parents, Reece & Louwanda Miller.

THE 2013 FLOWER AND FOOD BASKET CALENDARS are now available in the narthex for sign-ups. Thank you!

NEW PARENTS - Dayspring has a tradition of placing a rose on the altar to announce a new baby in our church family. Be sure to let the church office know when your child is born and we will honor him/her with a rose.

LARGE PRINT BULLETINS AND HYMNALS are available each week. Please ask an usher if you prefer large print. Also, please return large print hymnals to the narthex following worship.

HEARING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE - This sanctuary is equipped with a hearing system. Please ask an usher for a receiver.

CHILDREN'S WORSHIP GUIDES are available in the narthex. Ask an usher if you need assistance. Please return the folders to the “USED” box following the service.

PRAYER REQUEST CARDS are located in the pew box. If you have a need or celebration, fill out the card and place it in the offering plate.

IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW is a victim of domestic violence, please know there is information and support available through Dayspring. There are packets of information in the narthex, or for assistance, please call Rev. Jane Tews at (480) 838-1446.

Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide you with the confidential one-to-one Christian care you need to make it through a crisis or help through a difficult time. Call Sally Butler, (602) 524-2109; Elizabeth Winkler, (480) 456-6573; or Liz Alden, (480) 497-0929 if you need

someone to care.

As Members of The United Methodist Church, we have pledged to support our Church with our prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness.

PRAYERS

Cheri Zwijacz and Family, following the death of her uncle, Leon Zwijacz, on Oct 31

Walt Durfey, cousin of Janet Hittle and Myrna Schafer, who is undergoing bypass surgery

Lexie Smith, friend of Tammy & Jacob White, who is beginning treatment for stage 4 breast cancer

Stewart Anderson, dear friend of the Juetten Family, undergoing testing for pancreatic cysts

Polly Smith, undergoing knee replacement surgery tomorrow, Nov. 12Lee Butler and Family, following the death of Lee’s uncle, Roger

Sellers, on Oct. 23Geneva Gray, mother of Jan Davis, healing following back surgery on

Nov. 6 in Arkansas

Ongoing Health Concerns

George Elley, Karalyn Kroeger, Les Mesbergen, Polly Smith, Teresa Webb, Pam Narcy and Joan Venturini

All military personnel and their families, especially those who are actively serving our country during this time of war.

*REMEMBER all those, known and unknown to us, who are in special need of prayer.

PRESENCEAttendance for Nov. 4, 2012

530

GIFTSOffering received Nov. 4, 2012

$24,023

Greeters This Morning:9:00 - Dave & Janice VanDerlaan

10:30 - Brad & Cheryl Rufer

ANNOUNCEMENTS

BE A PART OF THIS MINISTRYWe invite you to explore the Dayspring family by attending our next NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION class. To register for the class, or for more information, please contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446.

Charge Conference - Dayspring’s annual Charge Conference will be held on Monday, Nov. 19th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. All Dayspring members are invited to attend.

Thank You to all who participated in the Blood Drive on Sunday, Oct. 7 th. Thanks to you, 42 units are available for those needing help. Mark your calendars for the Spring Blood Drive on Sunday, March 3rd.

Please help our Sprouts in their 1st ever Car Wash on Saturday, Nov. 17th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the NW corner of Elliot and Rural at the Dairy Queen. The Sprouts are trying to raise funds for their mission project of Christmas bags going to Sidewalk Sunday School. All donations accepted!

Coffee Hour - Please sign up to host coffee hour at either the 9:00 or 10:30 service. Detailed instructions are provided as well as training for first timers. Contact Jean Peters at 602-252-8146 or ceeya50@yahoo.com.

Annual Fall Food Drive - The Fall Food Drive will be held next Sunday, Nov. 18th. Empty grocery bags will be distributed this morning (in case you didn’t get one last week). We will have a refrigerated truck available for TURKEYS! Please return your “full” bags and frozen TURKEYS next Sunday, Thanksgiving Sunday, Nov. 18th, when the food will be blessed following each service. Donations will provide help to the United Food Bank in Mesa.

Don’t Miss Dayspring Youth Ministries PIE SALE! We are selling four kinds of pie, each just $10: Pumpkin, Apple, Pecan and Derby (made with walnuts and chocolate chips). We’re also selling Lemon Squares and Pumpkin Bread for $8. Place your order with us on the patio TODAY! Youths will bake all the goodies fresh for you, with the help of some of our church’s finest bakers. You can pick up your desserts just in time for Thanksgiving - after worship service on Sunday, Nov. 18 th. All proceeds from this fundraiser go to the youths’ summer mission projects. Thank you!

Play Group - Our Play Group will meet Wednesday, Nov. 14th, at 9:30 a.m. at Desert Breeze Park. If you are interested in being part of this group, please contact Nancy Hartgrove at new214@hotmail.com.

The Explorer’s Class on poverty continues today. This 4-week study explores the following questions: What does the Bible say about the poor? How do we interact with the poor? How do our life experiences influence the way we see this problem? What are the causes and what are the solutions? This series is led by Nancy Jamison-Dawe and Bonny Sloane. All adults are welcome. 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room. Coffee is served.

The Adult Contemporary Issues Class is studying and discussing “Mythology, Religion and the Judeo-Christian Tradition.” We are exploring mythology as “literature of the Spirit, a study of the inner life” and examining the function of Judeo-Christian symbols as keys to our spiritual understanding. Class meets at 10:30 a.m. in the Adult Room.

United Methodist Women meet on Thursday, Nov. 15th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Adult Room. District Officer Jeannine Reynolds will present the program “Human Trafficking - Justice Needed.” Human trafficking , aka modern-day slavery, is our 2012 social action issue priority. All women are invited to join us for refreshments, fellowship, and opportunities for education and service.

Connections - The Connections meeting which was scheduled to meet today at 2:00 p.m., has been rescheduled for next Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2:00 p.m., in the Cochise Lounge at Friendship Village, 2645 E. Southern Ave., Tempe. Nan Lawson and Chuck Smith have offered to carpool with their cars, leaving the Church at 1:45 p.m. and returning at approximately 4:00 p.m. Mary Laner is making arrangements at Friendship Village. Questions? Contact Chuck Smith at 602-531-2650.

Singles at Dayspring - Singles, Etc. Lunches - Each Sunday after the second service, those who want to go out for lunch as a group meet at the restaurant listed below. If you attend first service, please join us! We gather around noon under the name “Dayspring”. Nov. 11 - Elephant Bar - 3405 W. Chandler Blvd., in front of Chandler Fashion Center.

Come to 50 Plus on Friday, Nov. 16th, at 12:00 noon in the Shalimar Country Club Restaurant, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe. Cindy Shanks, author, will speak about her children’s book, “The Sheep Trail” (moving sheep between our valley and the White Mountains). Make your $12 per person reservations with Erma Dean (480)839-4657, or with a 50+ caller. Visitors, members, friends...all are welcome!

“Christmas Is Not Your Birthday” - Rev. Marvin Arnpriester will lead a study of this book by Mike Slaughter during Advent. The 4-week study begins on Tuesday, Nov. 27, at 7:00 p.m. in Room 112. We will be inspired to approach this Christmas differently by focusing on experiencing the peace of knowing God’s presence, the joy of giving sacrificially, and the love of a Savior who gave everything for us. To register for the class, contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or 480-838-1446.

UMOM Quilters will be busy working on Christmas items for the Domestic Violence shelter this Wednesday, November 14th, in the Adult Room, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. As always, all are welcome. You don’t have to be a quilter to join us! Call or email Susan Oliver: 480-205-2797 or soliveraz1@cox.net for more information.

Koinonikos Schedule - The next deadline date for the newsletter is November 15 and will include events in the month of December.

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“The heart of human excellence often begins to beatwhen you discover a pursuit that absorbs you,

frees you, challenges you,or gives you a sense of meaning, joy, or passion.”

Terry Orlick

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 119:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room

10:00 AM - Fall Ministry Fair, Fellowship Hall

10:15 AM - Jr. High Formation, Room 110- Sr. High Formation, Room 111

10:30 AM - Worship - Children’s Sunday School- Contemporary Issues, Adult Room

11:30 AM - Youth Council Meeting, Room 111

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

6:00 PM - Jr. High Discipleship Group, Rooms 110, 111

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12 - Veteran’s Day Observed, Office Closed7:00 PM - BSA Troop 172, Fellowship Hall

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 138:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

12:00 PM - Brown Bag Lunch, Room 1126:00 PM - Dayspring Chimers, Choir Room

- Yoga, Media Center7:00 PM - Church & Society Meeting, Room 112

- DayStar, Choir Room

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 149:00 AM - UMOM Quilters, Adult Room

10:00 AM - Disciple I Class, Room 1125:45 PM - Esperanza Choir, Choir Room

- Sprouts, Room 2016:00 PM - Cherub Choir, Adult Room

- Sunshine Singers, Media Center

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 (con’t)6:30 PM - Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center7:30 PM - Dayspring Chorale, Choir Room

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 159:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room7:00 PM - United Methodist Women, Adult Room

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1710:00 AM - DYM Pie Baking, Kitchen, Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 - Thanksgiving Sunday9:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room

10:15 AM - Jr. High Formation, Room 110- Sr. High Formation, Room 111

10:30 AM - Worship- Children’s Sunday School- Contemporary Issues, Adult Room

11:30 AM - Open Table, Rooms 201, 202

11:45 AM - Sr. High Discipleship Group, Room 111

2:00 PM - Connections, Friendship Village

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

6:00 PM - Jr. High UMYF, Fellowship Hall, Rooms 110, 111

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. . . the Dayspring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet unto the way of peace.

Luke 1:78-79 KJV

The ministers of this church are its members.Those who assist them are:

Bishop Robert T. Hoshibata Rev. Robert Burns, District Superintendent

Rev. Dr. Jane A. Tews, Senior PastorRev. George Smoot, Associate Pastor

Rev. L. Michael Kelley, Minister of MusicCarol Coleman, Minister of Spiritual Formation

Jill Moyer, Church SecretaryKris Kroeger, Program SecretarySusie Seckel, Financial Secretary

Mary Sievert, Music AssociateJulie Hackmann, Director of Bell Choirs

JulieAnne Weissberg, Director of Children's MusicJackie Miller, Director of Cherub Choir

Carrie Mook, Youth Ministries CoordinatorBecky Sindlinger, Children’s Coordinator

Linda Falk, Preschool DirectorMarilyn Bunte, Nursery Coordinator.

Frankie Vasquez, Custodian

Dayspring United Methodist Church is a welcoming congregation. We welcome all people, regardless of age, sex, race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, economic status, or ability into the full life of this congregation.

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Dayspring United Methodist Church1365 East Elliot Road • Tempe, Arizona 85284-1608

(480) 838-1446churchoffice@dayspring-umc.org

www.dayspring-umc.org