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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 23, 2012 8:00 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES PRELUDE “Suite Francaise” Paul Bazelaire Mary Wilkening, cello WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Celtic Advent Carol” Angerman/Barrett LIGHTING OF THE FOURTH ADVENT CANDLE Bob & Jodie Owen HYMN “The First Noel” No. 265 (Verses 1 and 4) ANTHEM “Good Christian Men Rejoice” Benjamin Harlan SCRIPTURE READING Luke 2:1-7 SERMON Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN “Angels, from the Realms of Glory” No. 259 (Verses 1 and 4) OFFERTORY “He Shall Feed His Flock” G.F. Handel Karla Cornell and Karen Crawford-Hendricks “DOXOLOGY” No. 815

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“O Come, O Come, Emanuel” No. 245 “O come, desire of nations, bind all peoples in one heart and mind. Bid envy,

strife, and quarrels cease;; fill the whole world with heaven’s peace. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel!”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Joy to the World” G.F. Handel, arr. N. Johnson LUKE 2:1-7 (NIV) “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of

the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to their own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.”

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available for use during

traditional services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 23, 2012 9:15 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE “Suite Francaise” Paul Bazelaire Mary Wilkening, cello BRINGING IN THE LIGHT LIGHTING OF THE FOURTH ADVENT CANDLE Dave & Dr. Talia Welsh CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Celtic Advent Carol” Angerman/Barrett CALL TO WORSHIP: L: Welcome people of God to this fourth Sunday of Advent where we join our hearts around the theme of love. P: The gospels proclaim that the Advent of Jesus was the most profound expression of love to all people. L: As it is written, “God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son.” P: Let us celebrate the Advent of Christ as a reminder of God’s love for all people, amen. HYMN “The First Noel” No. 265

(Verses 1, 2, 5, 6) CONFESSION OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Prayer of Confession: (in unison)

Heavenly Father, your love for us was most clearly demonstrated in the Advent of Jesus; born of the Virgin Mary in a stable in Bethlehem. In this event, Your love was manifest in the act of giving. As we reflect on the story of the coming of Christ this Christmas, remind us that our love is also demonstrated in the same way. May our giving this Christmas be done in your love, thereby, living for others the power of the gospel message. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, we pray, amen.

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PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. ANTHEM “Good Christian Men Rejoice” Benjamin Harlan SCRIPTURE READING Luke 2:1-7 Page 3 SERMON Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN “Angels, from the Realms of Glory” No. 259 OFFERTORY “He Shall Feed His Flock” G.F. Handel Karla Cornell and Karen Crawford-Hendricks “DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “O Come, O Come, Emanuel” No. 245 “O come, desire of nations, bind all peoples in one heart and mind. Bid envy,

strife, and quarrels cease;; fill the whole world with heaven’s peace. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel!”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Joy to the World” G.F. Handel, arr. N. Johnson

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)

**Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available for use during traditional services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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Contemporary Worship Service

Fourth Sunday of Advent December 23, 2012 10:45 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CALL TO JOIN IN WORSHIP “Silent Night” Madison Greene “Let It Snow” Anna Marcoux

WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER LIGHTING OF THE FOURTH ADVENT CANDLE Peter Dale & Dana Wintroub

PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus” SCRIPTURE READING Luke 2:1-7 Page 3 SERMON Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “At Your Name” PASTORAL PRAYER OFFERTORY “Christmas Medley”

Cheryl Woodring, Karen Phelps, Karla Cornell, Heidi Vasiloff PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Joy To the World” BENEDICTION

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)

**Assisted Hearing devices are available for use during the service. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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Christmas Poinsettias 2012

Given by: Dedication

Ron & Judy Anderson In memory of Nona Lines-Meinke

Phyllis Bringer In loving memory of Richard

Cynthia Busalacchi In memory of my daughter Kristie

Cynthia Busalacchi In loving memory of family and friends

Mary Cantrell In memory of Charles Cantrell

Frank Castillo In memory of Joan Castillo

Jerry Christensen In memory of Norm & Nell Christensen

Kathy Christensen In memory of John & June Kendall

Marcy Clement In memory of Grandma Rose

Dorothy Crowell To celebrate Christ’s birth

George & Randy Dallas For our family and extended family

Darlene & Myra & Grant In memory of Roman & Steven Comer

Diane DeCarlo In loving memory of Mom, Dad & brother: Muriel, Warner & Charles Stephens

Vincenzo DeCarlo In loving memory of parents Vincenzo & Antoinette

Julia Duff In loving memory of Dick

Maxine Dutch In memory of Jim

Lily Early Merry Christmas

Phil Easley & Jana Cunningham Merry Christmas – In loving memory of Phil & Arlene Easley and Pat Cunningham

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Christmas Poinsettias 2012

Given by: Dedication

Jack & Dorothy Everett In memory of Frances & Dick

Millie Ezell In memory of Tom Ezell

Lucette Gurley In memory of my mom

Jeanne, Jana, Laura Hall Remembering Ben and Bill

Jay & Patty Helm In memory of our parents

George & Barbara Henderson For Delia’s miracle

Robert Hiatt In memory of my wife Esther

Judy Hilt The Hilt & Burns families

Ken & Bettie Jones Remembering our loved ones who are no longer with us

Lisa Juarez For our loving family – Merry Christmas

The Justice Family In memory of Carla Justice

Daryl & Mary Kemper Merry Christmas

The Kerfoot Family Merry Christmas

Jill Lanman In memory of Ben Hall

Ken & Chris Martin In memory of loved ones

Sharon Matz In memory of mother and father

Richard & Brenda Morgan Merry Christmas church family

Norma Morrison In loving memory of Bob

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Christmas Poinsettias 2012

Given by: Dedication

Bill & Patti Murphy To the memory of our families, past and present

Bob & Jodie Owen & family In loving memory of Lisa Owen

The Owen Family In memory of Jim & Margaret Owen

Mike & Dee Perez In loving memory of my father

Tim & Deb Rilley In memory of Megan Rilley Lesyinski

Shirley Robinson In memory of my husband and blessing for my family

Jerry Roth Happy Holidays to all

The Rynes Family Norris Durham

The Sager Family Merry Christmas everyone

Charlie & Sue Salem In memory of our loving parents

Georgia & Sherry Schaerges In memory of our parents

Bob & Joan Schaller In honor of the birth of Jesus

Jack Sigler In memory of John & Ruth Sigler

Earl & Thea Smith In memory of our family

The Sproull Family In memory of Bill’s parents, Shirl & Dorothy Sproull

Les & Jane Taylor In celebration of The Christ Child

Cal Thogersen In memory of Ed & Marge Thogersen & family

Bill & Molly Todd In memory of our parents

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Christmas Poinsettias 2012

Given by: Dedication

Bill & Molly Todd In memory of our parents

Joel & Patricia Tomlin In memory of John & Ina Tomlin

Joel & Patricia Tomlin In memory of Jim Dudley & Carol McPherson

Bob & Pat Travers In memory of parents Mr. & Mrs. Hills and Mr. & Mrs. Travers

Shirley Trevino In memory of Harry Martin

Lou & Lois Tronzo In memory of Nellie Hutchison

Lou & Lois Tronzo In memory of Lou & Babe Tronzo

The Van Leeuwen Family In honor of our loving families and friends

Cal Vaudrey In memory of Denice Vaudrey

Tim Wagner In honor of Lois Wagner & family

Harold & Cheri Waltman In celebration of family

Jane Way For blessings received

Jerry West In memory of my wife Shirley H. West

Jack & Sue Wetzel Family – past, present and future

Richard Wilharm & Carolann Sachs

In memory of Gene & Lorraine Wilharm

Stuart & Mary Wilkening In memory of loved ones

Roger & Arlys Withee In loving memory of Lynnae Withee

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Announcements for December 23, 2012

CHILDREN IN CHURCH

December 30th will be Children in Church Sunday. There will be no Sunday school this day. Enjoy worship with your family!

2012 CONTRIBUTIONS In order for your offerings to be reflected on your 2012 giving statement, all contributions must be in the church office no later than noon on Monday, December 31st.

PULSE (CLP) & HOMELESS YOUTH CONNECTION (HYC) CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT PROJECT UPDATE

Through generous congregational support, along with special assistance from the Women’s Christian Service Fellowship (WCSF) and Men’s Fellowship, we were able to present $6,680 to the Homeless Youth Connection for their Christmas gift card project. The kids will be presented gift cards from various retailers, food establishments, and it included a special treat for movie theaters. The funds collected represent over 267 of our ornaments! A special “Thank You” goes to Pulse Youth Group for assistance in making these ornaments and in assisting the Mission Committee on this project. We emptied our trees this year and we are helping to make a difference in the lives of our local youths! A very merry and blessed Christmas, indeed!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS

Wednesday evening programs will break for the Christmas season, resuming on January 9th. 4C children choirs will resume rehearsals on January 16th.

Take time to check out what’s happening… Children in Church Special Study 2012 Contributions Tuesday Morning Bible Study Mission Ornament Project Art of Active Listening Seminar Wednesday Night Programs Orientation Nursery/Cry Room 3F Fellowship Pulse Youth Group Information Booth

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TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDIES Both the Tuesday morning and Wednesday evening Bible studies will break for the Christmas season, resuming January 8 & 9th, respectively.

NURSING AND CRY ROOM

The Fireside Room South is available during service times if you have a baby that needs one-on-one care. The service is shown on the TV by a live feed from the sanctuary so you can still hear the sermon and music. Please contact an usher if you would like directions to the Fireside room.

PULSE YOUTH GROUP The Urbans will be hosting a family game night on Friday, December 28th, for Pulse. Game night will begin at 6:00 p.m. This will be a GREAT way to share some of your holiday treat leftovers while having some fun playing games. If you would like to attend, please sign up in Souers Hall. If you have questions, please talk to Pastor Kerri. We will begin our normal meeting time on January 6th, at 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in Souers Hall.

SPECIAL STUDY IN JANUARY THE LIFE OF SOCRATES AND THE GOSPEL OF JOHN

The life and words of Socrates have inspired many in helping them decide how to live. What special connections are there between the ancient Athenian and our Lord and Savior? We will offer a Bible course in January on the 9th, 16th, and 23rd after the Wednesday evening meal, to cover three topics. We will see what Socrates and Jesus told us, how they were both rejected, and what they told us about where we will be going after our time on earth is finished. Plato and the Gospel writer John will provide our texts. Professor Paul Tipton will be leading us through our examination. Please join us!

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Romans: The Letter that Changed the World

January 8th, Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. begins a twelve week Bible study of Romans, the first epistle in the New Testament. Indeed, the Book of Romans is one of the most profound books in existence; it is certainly one of the most valued parts of the Holy Scriptures. It has been appropriately termed the Cathedral of the Christian faith. Its profound theology and impressive style were reason enough for it to be assigned the first place among the Pauline epistles. Pastor Jim will be teaching this study.

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THE ART OF ACTIVE LISTENING:

Beyond Theory and Into Practice Sunday, January 20th, at 12:00 p.m., a 90 minute seminar on active listening techniques and practice will be led by Dr. Gordon Stein, Senior Lecturer, retired. Sign up for this seminar sponsored by The Congregational Care Ministry of our church in Souers Hall between services. Lunch will be provided and a R.S.V.P. is needed as space is limited. Dr. Stein retired from the Department of Counselor Education, University of Texas Brownsville. We know and welcome him as the new husband of Marilyn Palmatier. Dr. Stein devoted his career to the training of counselors. The techniques taught in this class will improve our relationships in dealing with others in the church, home or in the office.

ORIENTATION

There will be no orientation/membership presentation during December. The next orientation meeting will take place on January 20th in the Fireside Room South immediately following the 9:15 a.m. service. If you plan to attend the 10:45 a.m. service, every effort will be made to ensure your being able to do that. New members will be received on January 27th during the 9:15 and/or the 10:45 a.m. services. So come, have your questions answered and learn more about this House of Prayer for ALL People. Please contact Janet Albert at (623) 466-9439 or at jmftaxtime@aol.com if you have any immediate concerns or questions.

3 F CLUB – FOOD, FUN, FELLOWSHIP Look to the New Year for a great fellowship opportunity. Sign up in Souers Hall to create a dinner club for couples and singles of all ages. Once a month, for four months beginning on January 27th, each couple or individual will be put into a group to host a dinner, and other members will assist. For more information see Rob Gimbl or call him at (623) 466-9216.

INFORMATION BOOTH

Members from the congregation will be greeting you at the information booth in the breezeway and in front of the church during the month of December. Please drop by the booth for information including visitor brochures, campus maps, and current newsletters. If you are visiting, we would like to meet you and answer your questions! If you are interested in attending a membership orientation, contact Bill or Janet Albert (623) 466-9439 or jmftaxtime@aol.com.

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PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY

Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list.

The Church At Litchfield Park

Holiday Calendar 2012

Date Event Time Location Mon. Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Candlelight Service/Bells

Praise Team Christmas Eve Candlelight Service/Choir Christmas Eve Candlelight Service/Choir Christmas Eve Candlelight Service/Bells

5:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

11:00 p.m.

Sanctuary Sanctuary Sanctuary Sanctuary

Tue. Dec. 25 Christmas Day – Office Closed Wed. Dec. 26 Christmas Holiday – Office Closed

DECEMBER/JANUARY PREACHING SCHEDULE Dec 30 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. James Butler

Jan 6 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Communion Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Jan 13 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Kerri Sandusky

Jan 20 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Jan 27 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

SSgt Kristen Allen CW3 Brian Hall Lt Dan Pauley MAJ Travis Allen Capt Damon Juarez HTFN Deacon Price

Lt Col Shawn Anger PFC Ralph Lawson MK1 Robert Rodriguez EO Matthew Barton Kyle P Lee MAJ Brendan Rowe

1st Sgt Christopher Cameron SSgt Tommy Little Lt Col Doug Seymour MAJ Douglas Charters CM3 Ryan McElhaney 2nd Lt R Jacob Stucky

2nd Lt Taylor Clarke Capt Hank McKibban SSgt Derek Adrian Urban SPC Anthony Collier Phillip Miller, Seal Team DOD Civilian Derek Urban Lt Col Lyle Dawley SFC Donald S. Montgomery Capt Brad Walgren, Chaplain Capt Malia DuMont PV2 John Mulquin, Jr. SSgt Margaret Wilson PFC Cody Fridley SFC Lance Otzmann LCPL Ross L. Woodruff Lt Col Mike Gantt Shirley Parks 2nd Lt Jacob Zalewski

A1C Robert Grotefend PFC Daniel Zimmer

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Calendar for the Week of December 23, 2012

Today, 12/23/2012 COFFEE FELLOWSHIP - In Souers Hall before and after worship INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship 8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE- in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-5th grades) in Classroom 4 10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-5th grades) in Classroom 4

Monday, 12/24/2012 – CHRISTMAS EVE – OFFICE WILL CLOSE EARLY 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 5:00 p.m. – CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE in Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. – CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:00 p.m. – CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE in Sanctuary 11:00 p.m. – CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE in Sanctuary

Tuesday, 12/25/12 – CHRISTMAS DAY – OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Wednesday, 12/26/12 – OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Thursday, 12/27/12 12:00 p.m. – RUG HOOKING CLUB in Watt House 1:00 p.m. – BELL TOWER MAIL CREW in Zieske Hall 7:00 p.m. – CARILLON HANDBELL REHEARSAL in Sanctuary

Friday, 12/28/12 12:00 p.m. – RN SUPPORT GROUP in Watt House 1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 8:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

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The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org

The Ministers of this Church are its members

Assisting them are:

Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor

Rev. James Butler, Executive Pastor

Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritu

Mona McCash, Organist Emerita

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY

SENIOR PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. EXECUTIVE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. James Butler ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rev. Kerri Sandusky INTERIM CHOIR DIRECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marjorie Hinton CONTEMPORARY MUSIC DIRECTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy Burns LITURGIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tom Rosztoczy USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . .Grant & Joan Ragsdale, Bill Todd, Stu Wilkening 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ted & Sarah Pearson, Joe & Dolores Broski 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron & Dayle Young, Ron Smith ACOLYTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steven Albertson, Ashley Hill NURSERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jackie Bomgardner, Jessica Sproull 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jackie Bomgardner, Jessica Sproull 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jackie Bomgardner, Jessica Sproull