“. . . 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

January 29, 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

January 29, 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 WORSHIPYouth Sunday

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

DAYSPRING NOTES Eric JelenReece Muggeridge

PRELUDE Ludwig Von BeethovenSonata. Op.13Kayleigh Porritt

INTROIT“This Is the Day That the Lord Has Made”

Esperanza

*THE CALL TO WORSHIP Katie SachaLeader: Eternal Light, shine into our hearts,

People: Eternal Goodness, deliver us from evil,Leader: Eternal Power, be our support,People: Eternal Wisdom, scatter the darkness of our ignoranceLeader: Eternal Pity, have mercy upon us; that with all our heart

and mind and soul and strength we may seek your face and be brought by your infinite mercy to your holy presence. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

*THE OPENING PRAYER Katie Lawson

*OPENING HYMN Hymnal #144“This Is My Father’s World”

A TIME FOR OUR CHILDRENMikayla Devereux, Trevor Hatton,

Arielle Rosenblum

(As children age 2 through Fifth 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.

ANTHEM Michael Barrett“I Will Give Jubilant Thanks”

Esperanza

*THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Shaila HomanWe are not alone,

we live in God’s world.We believe in God:

who has created and is creating,who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh,to reconcile and make new,who works in us and others by the Spirit.

We trust in God.We are called to be the church:

to celebrate God’s presence,to love and serve others,

to seek justice and resist evil,to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen,our judge and our hope.

In life, in death, in life beyond death,God is with us.

We are not alone.Thanks be to God. Amen.

*GLORIA PATRI Hymnal #70Glory be to the Father

and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost;as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,

world without end.Amen. Amen.

A TIME OF SILENCE AND CALL TO PRAYER Stephanie Holland

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER Jeremy Pompa

THE LORD’S PRAYER Carl Pompa

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 111:2-7Patricia Grahmann

PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES Audrey WheelessAND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY Ron Harris“In This Very Room”

Esperanza

*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!

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION Chase Erausquin

*THE HYMN OF PREPARATION Hymnal #341 “I Sought the Lord”

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING 2Corinthians 4:13-18Dominique Devereux

THE MESSAGE“Line of Sight”

SKIT 1 “Little Things”Heather Coleman, Tyler Reid, Paul Wilson, Peter Wilson

Meditations:Megan Coleman, Maggie Potts, Jacob White

SKIT 2 “More Coke”Heather Coleman, Cortney Reagle, Tyler Reid, Paul Wilson, Peter

Wilson

*THE CLOSING HYMN FWS #2196“We Walk by Faith”

*DYM BENEDICTION Bailey ErwinThe Lord bless you and keep you;

the Lord make his face to shine upon you,and be gracious to you;

the Lord lift up his countenance upon you,and give you peace.

*PASSING OF THE PEACE Tyler Reid

*PATIO FELLOWSHIP Christina WinklerPlease Join Us for Refreshments on the Patio

POSTLUDEKayleigh Porritt

Assisting In the Service This Morning:

Greeters:Bailey ErwinLia PetersonGrant Pompa

Ushers:Grant Pompa, Amanda Archambo, Matt Buzard, Christopher Dilli,Allegra Dunbar, Sara Janis, Mackie Pickard-Brown, Sierra Porritt,

Megan Vick, Corey Walsh, Ryan Walsh, Ross Wheeless

Organist:Rev. L. Michael Kelley

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“Faith is raising the sail of our little boat until it is caught up in the soft winds above and picks up speed, not from anything within itself, but

from the vast resources of the universe around us.”

~W. Ralph Ward

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 Barbara and Jim Coffman in celebration of their 43rd anniversary.

THE ROSES ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING celebrate the birth of Nola Katherine Gass, daughter of Leigh and David Gass, on January 23, and Brinley Marie Glentz, granddaughter of Rick and Cindy Dale, on January 20.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given in honor of Tom and Marcia McLaughlin in celebration of their 46th wedding anniversary.

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

The O’Neal family, following the death of John O’Neal, Sr. on January 24. Susan Haas, mother of Arlene Helt, recovering from a broken knee and

foot.Cathy Ziemba, cousin of Laura Roosen and niece of Suzanne Roosen,

battling ovarian cancer.Angie Walsh, cousin of Suzanne Roosen, fighting bone cancer.Dave LaCombe, friend of Meg Johnson, for the miracle of healing from

cancerClayton Turner, nephew of Nicole and Ryan Johnson, diagnosed with

Ewing’s sarcoma, bone cancerBob Jarus, healing following surgery on Nov. 18Deborah Dembiec, daughter of Jim & Helen Ellis, for continued

improvement of her health

Ongoing Health Concerns

Bob Roe, Shannon Hood, Denise Gaudet, The Ellis Family, Polly Smith, Teresa Webb, Marge Sydell, Kristen Stegeman, 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 Jan. 15, 2012

644

GIFTSOffering received Jan. 22, 2012

$13,623

Acolytes this Morning9:00 - Patrick Carr10:30 - Jeremy Dilli

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

The 2012 Altar Flower and Food Basket Calendars are now available in the narthex for sign-up. Thank you!

Coffee Hour - Steve & Lana Pearson, Sunday Coffee Coordinators, are looking for volunteers to prepare coffee, etc. each Sunday. If you are able to help, please call us at (480) 838-4472, or sign up on the sign-up sheet on the coffee/cookie table. Thanks! We’d really appreciate the help!

Dayspring Youth Ministry (DYM)There will be no Formation or Confirmation classes this Sunday. The regular Formation schedule will resume next week. Confirmation will resume on Feb. 12.

DYM Ski Trip - This year's trip to Sunrise Ski Resort is scheduled forSaturday, February 4. This is a turnaround bus trip, so we will leave and return the same day. The trip costs $80 per person, which includes transportation and lift ticket. Rental equipment is additional. Please contact Kris Kroeger in the church office at (480) 838-1446 or by email at kris@dayspring-umc.org for more information. This trip is open to skiers and snowboarders of all ages, but is limited to 55 people, so please reserve your spot ASAP!

Explorer’s Class on “The Traditions and Beliefs of Christianity” ends today. A new series, “The History of God”, based on the best selling book by biblical scholar, Karen Armstrong, will begin on Sunday, Feb. 5. This class will examine the questions “Why does God exist”, and “How have the three dominant monotheistic religions - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam shaped and altered the conception of God?” Randy Hamilton will lead this three week study at 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room. All adults are welcome. Coffee is served.

Adult Bible Study - The class is finishing up the Old Testament, discussing the return from the Exile. In February, we will be studying the New Testament beginning with Matthew. If you are interested or have any questions, contact Cathy Smoot at (480) 497-2948.

Coming Soon to Dayspring - Run for God. See www.RunForGod.com for a preview.

Contemporary Issues - This 10:30 Adult Class topic of discussion for the next 4 weeks will be “Jews and Christians, a Journey of Faith”. We will examine the beliefs and rituals common to Judaism and Christianity and learn how Christianity and Judaism have defined themselves and developed in close sibling relationship. Join us in this most interesting journey.

Souper Bowl Sunday - Next Sunday February 5th is Souper Bowl Sunday. The Sprouts will be at the doors of the sanctuary as you leave holding Soup Pots. We are asking you drop a $1, or more to help fight hunger here in our community. This year’s donations benefit Paz de Cristo in Mesa. Be part of the nationwide movement that is sharing God’s love with those in need.

50 Plus - Treat yourself to a wonderful 50 PLUS program on Friday, February 17, at 12:00 Noon in the Shalimar Country Club restaurant, 2032 Golf Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85282. Our own Pastor, Rev. L. Michael Kelley, will present a program entitled “Love Songs”. Make your $12.00 per person lunch reservations for you and your Valentine friends with Erma Dean Yeager (480-839-4657) or with a 50 PLUS caller. Everyone is welcome!

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”. January 29 - Golden Gate - NE corner of Baseline and Price (101 Freeway).

Scout Sunday - February 12, 2012, Dayspring will celebrate Scout Sunday. All Girl and Boy Scouts, youth and adults please come in uniform to show support for the scouting programs. Troop 172 will coordinate ushering at both services. All youth are welcome to help usher. Please arrive 30 minutes before the service at which you choose to volunteer. If you have any questions, call Mr. Considine at 480961-1170.

Troop 172 Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser - Troop 172 will host their Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 12, from 8 am to 11 am. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall for pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee, and juice. Donations are always accepted. We appreciate your continued support for Troop 172.

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

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, JANUARY 299:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room- Adult Bible Study, Room 112

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

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Fellowship Hall- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Fellowship Hall- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

MONDAY, JANUARY 3010:00 AM - Monday Morning Moms & Dads, Room 111

7:00 PM - BSA Troop 172, Fellowship Hall- Venture Crew, Room 202

TUESDAY, JANUARY 318:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

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

- Yoga, Media Center7:00 PM - DayStar, Choir Room

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15:45 PM - Esperanza Choir, Choir Room

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

- Sunshine Singers, Media Center6:30 PM - Book Club, Room 111

- Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center7:30 PM - Dayspring Chorale, Choir Room

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2

9:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room 9:30 AM - UMW Card Circle, Room 112

6:00 PM - Yoga, Media Center

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 7:00 PM - P.F.L.A.G., Adult Room 8:00 PM - DYM Ski Trip Lock-In, Room 111

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 48:00 AM - UMM, Adult Room

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 9:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room- Adult Bible Study, Room 112

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 - College Age Group, Sanctuary

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Fellowship Hall- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Fellowship Hall- AA Teen Meeting, Room 110

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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 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 Minerva CarcañoRev. 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

Kris Kroeger, Youth Ministries CoordinatorKay Luzaich, Children’s Coordinator

Linda Falk, Preschool DirectorMarilyn Bunte, Nursery Coordinator. Ron Venturini, Facilities Maintenance

Frankie Vasquez, CustodianJeanie Carr, Bookkeeper*

*Independent Contractor

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