“. . . 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

May 23, 2010

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

May 23, 2010 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 WORSHIPPentecost Sunday

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE COMMISSIONING OF STEPHEN MINISTERS Jim Chamness, Marce Largent, Dick Oldenberg

VOWS:Leader: Are you prepared to meet those requests that we ask of

you?

Answer: Yes, with the help of God.

Leader: Are you prepared to nurture the skills you have learned and use them in service to others - to support, encourage, build up, and comfort people in all their needs?

Answer: Yes, with the help of God.

Leader: Now, we ask you, members of Dayspring, to open your hearts to the ministry of these people and to pray for them, that they may be effective servants of Christ. Are you prepared to meet this request? If so, answer, “Yes, with the help of God.”

Congregation: Yes, with the help of God.

THE PRELUDE Johann Sebastian Bach“Komm, Gott Schöpfer, heiliger Geist” BWV 631 1685-1750

(Come, God Creator, Holy Spirit)

THE INTROIT9:00 - “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing” by Mary McDonald

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “Sing Praise” by ToddThe Dayspring Chorale

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPLeader: In rushing wind, in tongues of flame . . .People: Come Holy Spirit!Leader: Fill our house of worship.People: Come, Holy Spirit!Leader: Open our ears to hear one another.People: Come Holy Spirit!Leader: Teach us to understand one another.People: Come Holy Spirit!

*THE OPENING PRAYER ( in unison)Give us your Holy Spirit, O God,

for we have been groaningand waiting for our adoption and redemption.

Our hope is in you O God.You help us in our weaknesses.Let your Spirit intercede for us.According to your will.Amen.

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #145“Morning Has Broken”

A TIME FOR OUR CHILDREN

(As children age 2 through 5th grade leave for Sunday School,please join in singing Hymn #143)

“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 ANTHEM9:00 - “Gospel Adoramus” by Mark Hayes

The Celebration Singers and Brass

10:30 - “Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord” by John LeavittThe Dayspring Chorale and Brass

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER9:00 - “Lord Speak To Me” by Jones / arr. Kelley

10:30 - “Lord, I Want to Be a Christian” arr. Kelley

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Hosea 11:1-4, 8-9

THE PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

THE OFFERTORY

*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 #60“I’ll Praise My Maker While I’ve Breath”

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Acts 2:37-42

THE SERMON Rev. Jane Tews“What God Has Been Doing”

*THE CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #500“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”

*THE BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE S. H. Nicholson / Arr. L. M. Kelley“Lift High the Cross”

Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaimtill all the world adore his sacred name.

*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!)

*POSTLUDE Felix Mendelssohn“Allegro molto” from Sonata VI 1809-1847

*PATIO FELLOWSHIPPlease Join Us for Refreshments on the Patio

*Those in the congregation who are able shall stand

Communion is offered between services. Those who would like to receive the elements are invited to gather around the communion table.

Assisting in the Service This Morning:Ms. Carol Coleman

The Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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“Courage is only the accumulation of small steps.” George Konrad

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!

Greeters This Morning:9:00 - Marilyn Bunte

10:30 - Georgia Wells and Kate Bourland

Acolytes This Morning:9:00 - Ashley Winkler

10:30 -

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by Wendy & John Liston, in celebration of their 18th wedding anniversary.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by Doug & Ginny Trimble, in celebration of their 13th wedding anniversary.

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 AFTER EACH WORSHIP 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, (480) 345-0926, or Liz Alden, (480) 497-0929 if you need someone to care.

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

PRAYERS

Bob & Sally Jarus, at the death of family member, Marie Crawley, on May 10 in Connecticut; and at the sudden death of their friend, Lynn Zembeck, on May 10 in Las Vegas

The Quick Family, at the death of Becky Quick, friend of Carole Sante, who died following a long battle with cancer

George Butler, hospitalizedWarren Gallagher, father of Nancy Creighton Brown, healing following

hospitalization for a serious infectionLindsay, daughter-in-law of Phyllis Bleakley, undergoing breast cancer surgery

of May 27Laura Inzunza and family, friends of Lisa Martinez, who are in need of prayers

for guidance and directionChristi & Steve Patterson and Family at the sudden death of Christi’s father,

Harold Strang, on May 13 here in PhoenixMartha & Lee Butler and Family at the unexpected death of Martha’s father,

John Walthal Hudson, on May 8th in Bluefield, West VirginiaLynn & Mary Ellen Woods and Family, at the death of Lynn’s sister, Barb

ServinoPolly Smith, recently diagnosed with Primary Immune Deficiency and will

undergo long-term treatment. Follow along with Polly at www.caringbridge.org

Bill Yeager, struggling with cancerFamily & friends of Geoffrey Dorsey in Nashville, dealing with flood watersEdna Minger, relief from pain and healing of a back injuryTrisha Maples, who underwent an angiogram on May 12

Ongoing Health Concerns:

Chris Hauser, Marc Homan, Teresa Webb, Marge Sydell, Kristen Stegeman, Maggie Siegel, Susan Chesnut, Janie Anderson, 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 May 16, 2010

583

GIFTSOffering received May 16, 2010

$28, 542

SERVICE WITNESS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

Koinonikos - The June issue of the newsletter is now available in the narthex for those who have chosen that option.

Dayspring Youth Ministry (DYM):**10:15 - 11:30 - Sr. High in Room 111**10:15 - 11:30 - Jr. High in Room 110

Explorer’s Class - Today is the last meeting of the Explorer’s Class for the summer. Plans for the Fall and Winter are in full gear! Watch the August edition of the Koinonikos for details and plan to put Adult Education on your calendar.

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”. May 23 - RigaTony’s - NE corner of McClintock and Warner

“Connections” is a Dayspring mission that advocates for the intrinsic worth of all persons, regardless of their sexual orientation. It offers support to and education about gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered persons and their families. It also hosts the Tempe PFLAG group meeting each first Friday of the month. Our clergy can provide the names of “Connections” members for you to contact.

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

Patio Renovation Fundraising Update!As of May 16th, we have raised $60,495 - 40% of the $150k goal for our patio renovation. Please see us on the patio today if you have questions about the renovation, or can help with donations. Shade, seating, and a safer outdoor fellowship area are just $90,000 away!

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, MAY 239:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room- Sunday Morning Book Study, Library

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 - Teacher’s Appreciation Reception, Room 112

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Adult Room- Alateen, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Adult Room- Alateen, Room 110

MONDAY, MAY 246:45 PM - BSA Troop 172, Fellowship Hall7:00 PM - Disciple Bible Study 4, Room 203

TUESDAY, MAY 258:45 AM - Yoga Class, Media Center

12:00 PM - Brown Bag Lunch, Room 1124:00 PM - “Teatime Yoga”, Room 1126:00 PM - Yoga Class, Media Center

WEDNESDAY, MAY 26

THURSDAY, MAY 278:30 AM - Stephen Ministry Leaders, Library6:00 PM - Yoga Class, Media Center

FRIDAY, MAY 28 - Office Closed

SATURDAY, MAY 29

SUNDAY, MAY 309:00 AM - Worship

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

10:30 AM - Worship- Contemporary Issues, Adult Room

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Adult Room - Alateen, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Adult Room - Alateen, Room 110

The ministers of this church are its members.

Those who assist them are:

Bishop Minerva CarcañoRev. Sharon Ragland, District Superintendent

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

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

Jill Moyer, Church SecretaryMachel Considine, Program Secretary

Susie Seckel, Financial SecretaryPolly Smith, Health Care Advocate

Mary Sievert, Music AssociateJulie Hackmann, Director of Bell Choirs

Penny Carpenter, Director of Children’s MusicMarla Naisant, Director of Cherub Choir

Kris Schrade, Youth Ministries CoordinatorKay Luzaich, Children’s CoordinatorDenise Uhrick, Nursery Coordinator

Ron Venturini, Facilities MaintenanceFrankie Vasquez, Custodian

Linda Falk, Preschool DirectorJeanie 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