“. . . 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

October 30, 2011

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

October 30, 2011 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

THE CHORAL INTROIT

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: Love the Lord your God.People: We come with love and hope!Pastor: Love your neighbors too.People: We come with loving hearts.Pastor: Love even yourself.People: We come in humble trust.Pastor: Love and you will live.People: We come to worship,

that Gods’ love might live in us.

*THE OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #60“I’ll Praise My Maker While I’ve Breath”

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.Layla Grace Blanton

(April 18, 2011)

Response: With God’s helpwe will so order our lives after the example of

Christ,that this child, 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 ANTHEM

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

CANTICLE OF WISDOM Hymnal #112

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 #444“O Young and Fearless Prophet”

THE GOSPEL READING Luke 10:25-29

THE SERMON Rev. Chuck Winkler“Jesus the Life Coach”

*THE CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #273“Jesus’ Hands Were Kind Hands”

*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

PATIO FELLOWSHIPPlease Join Us for Refreshments in Fellowship Hall

*Those in the congregation who are able shall stand

Assisting in the Service This Morning:Rev. Jane Tews

Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

“Striving for success without hard workis like trying to harvest where you haven’t planted.”

David Bly

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 - Jim & Barbara Coffman

10:30 - Georgia Wells and Kate Bourland

Acolytes This Morning:9:00 - Kevin Buzard

10:30 - Keeley Crabb

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by The Krupinskys - Happy Birthday Scott! And given by Bob & Anna Allen, in honor of Anna’s 80th birthday.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by Jason & Heather Mork, in celebration of their 6th 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 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 Family and Fiancée of Hollis Hudetz, Sara William’s cousin's brother, following his death of October 24

Jim Pinkerman, brother of Carole Sante, healing following surgeriesLexi Smith, friend of Tammy White, starting treatment for breast cancerMaxine Louder, mother of Jerry Smith, following the death of her sister,

Juanita SchengelKeith Kuells, friend of the VanDewerker family, just diagnosed with

Stage III myelomaPrayers and guidance for those unemployed during these difficult

economic timesJohn O’Neal Sr., grandfather of Julie O’Neal, recovering from

pacemaker replacement surgeryDylan, young nephew of Melly Hernandez, is doing very wellHollis Hedetz, Sara Williams’ cousin’s brother, battling leukemia and

recovering from a bone marrow transplantPaige Greene, 16 year-old cousin of Christi Patterson, recovering from

a very serious car accident in Virginia

Ongoing Health Concerns

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 Oct. 23, 2011

579

GIFTSOffering received Oct. 23, 2011

$12,363

SERVICE WITNESS

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!

Ushers Needed - We are in need of ushers in both worship services. If you would be willing to help or would like more information about this ministry, please contact Janet Hittle at tjhittle@hotmail.com or (480) 380-9975.

Advent Devotional - The Spiritual Formation Committee is compiling an Advent Devotional comprised of writings from our congregation. If you would be willing to write a short reflection (300 words) by Nov. 6, please sign-up on the patio today. A list of topics is available. If you have any questions, please contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446.

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

New Play Group - The first meeting of a new Dayspring Play Group will be on Wed., Nov. 16, from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. in Room 115. We will be doing a Thanksgiving craft project using cutouts of the kids’ feet to make paper turkeys. Trips to the zoo, the park, and other kid-friendly places are being planned. Interested? Contact Heather Mork at heathermork@yahoo.com or Andrea Farley at anfarley80@gmail.com.

Explorer’s Class continues its series on “Justice for the Poor” today. The topic will be “The Gospel of New Orleans.” This dvd/discussion series focuses on what the Bible says about the poor and the church’s responsibility towards those who are disenfranchised in our society. 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room.

Adult Bible Study Class meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 112. We will be studying “Exodus and the Law” for the next three weeks. If you are interested or have any questions, contact Cathy Smoot at (480) 497-2948.

Contemporary Issues - This 10:30 a.m. adult class is studying the origins of the Bible, how it has evolved, and how it is interpreted today.

This journey of discovery will help us explore and understand how this book has become the most influential writings in human history. Join us as we read, discuss and learn about the Bible’s ancient beginnings and our present day interpretations.

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”. October 30 - Golden Gate - NE corner of Baseline and Price (101 Freeway).

Women’s Retreat - Mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 and plan to attend this upcoming event. The retreat will be held at the same location as last year at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale. More information will be coming!

50 Plus - Celebrate Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving Day with 50+ on Friday, Nov. 18th, at 12:00 noon in the Shalimar Country Club restaurant, 2032 Golf Ave., Tempe. Make your $12 per person reservations with Erma Dean at (480) 839-4657 or with a 50+ caller. Dr. Zeke Prust, ASU professor will speak on “Background Europe - D-Day 1944". Dr. Prust served as a sergeant tank commander under the command of General Patton.

Dayspring United Methodist Women - The Greeting Card Circle will meet on Nov. 3 at 9:30 a.m. in the office anteroom. The Mary Martha Circle will meet Nov. 3 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Nancy Jamison. The UMW Unit Meeting will be held Nov. 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Adult Room for program and refreshments.

Quilting Group - A new quilting group at Dayspring is starting up at the home of Susan Oliver on Thursday, Nov. 3rd, from 9:00 a.m. until noon. These quilts will be given to UMOM’s Domestic Violence families. If you are interested in helping, please call Susan at (480) 205-2797 or email soliveraz@cox.net.

Family Promise - Thanks to everyone who helped to make Family Promise a success this past week! Dayspring hosted 4 families comprised of 7 children and 5 women. One woman found a job, and her job may lead to a job for one of the other women. A beautiful part of the week was the children. Their prayers before dinner were adorable. We wish you could have heard them. Thank you again for your generosity. Maria Hase.

“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.

Brown Bag Lunch - Come join us for Brown Bag Lunch every Tuesday at 12:00 noon. Bring your own lunch and socialize with people from the church. We always have a good time! Come and be part of this fun group!

The Boutique is Coming Up This Week! Did you miss out on buying your tickets for Dayspring Holiday Boutique Opening Night? Don’t worry - we are still selling tickets this morning, Oct. 30 th. Or, stop by the Preschool office to pick them up during the week.

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 adventure of life is to learn.The goal of life is to grow.

The nature of life is to change.The challenge of life is to overcome.

The essence of life is to care.The secret of life is to dare.The beauty of life is to give.The joy of life is to love!”

William Arthur Ward

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 309:00 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

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, OCTOBER 3110:00 AM - Monday Morning Moms & Dads, Room 111

7:00 PM - Venture Crew, Room 202

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

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

- Yoga, Media Center6:30 PM - Open Table, Room 2017:00 PM - DayStar, Choir Room

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25:45 PM - Esperanza Choir, Choir Room

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

- Sunshine Singers, Media Center6:30 PM - Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center7:30 PM - Chorale, Choir Room

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 39:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room9:30 AM - UMW Greeting Card Circle, Choir Anteroom

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 (con’t)6:00 PM - Yoga, Media Center6:30 PM - M.I.S.S., Room 201

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 - Dayspring Preschool Holiday Boutique7:00 PM - PFLAG, Media Center

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 - Dayspring Preschool Holiday Boutique8:00 AM - United Methodist Men, Media Center

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6 - All Saint’s Day9:00 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

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

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

“Inspiration is a guestthat does not willingly

visit the lazy.”Pyotr Tchaikovsky

You are Cordially Invitedto attend the

Fall Missions and Ministry Fair

Sunday, November 1310:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

on the Patio

• Don’t miss this once-a-year All Church Ministry Event!

• Take this opportunity to learn more about all of the ministries of Dayspring.

• Each Ministry Team will have tables and displays explaining their different areas of ministry and information on how you can become involved.

and

All-Church LuncheonJoin us in Fellowship Hall at noon following the Ministry Fair. Lunch will be provided and we will share the results from our Strategic Planning Committee and the Church Survey. We will also celebrate the many wonderful ministries at Dayspring!

Mark your calendar and make plans to attend!

. . . 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