“. . . 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

February 26, 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

February 26, 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 WORSHIPThe First Sunday in Lent

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE PRELUDE Johann Sebastian Bach “Wenn wir in höchten Nöthen sein” BWV641 1685-1750

(When We Are In Deepest Need)

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

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “Cry Out and Shout” by Knut NystedtThe Dayspring Chorale

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: The bags are packed and set for the journey.

Are you ready? People: Not really. We have so much still to do. Pastor: The Lord calls to us now. The Peace of God is at hand. People: What will be required of us for this journey?. Pastor: Open your hearts and spirits. Seek the kingdom.

Take the risk of discipleship. People: With God’s help

we can accomplish this trip and celebrate.

*THE OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #61“Come, Thou Almighty King”

SPECIAL MUSIC 10:30 a.m.“Lord, Put a Smile on My Face”

The Cherub Choir

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 AFFIRMATION OF FAITHPastor: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church,

apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:All: We believe in God the Father,

infinite in wisdom, power and love,whose mercy is over all his works,and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good.

We believe in Jesus Christ,

Son of God and Son of man,the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace,the ground of our hope,

and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death.

We believe in the Holy Spiritas the divine presence in our lives,whereby we are kept in perpetual remembranceof the truth of Christ,and find strength and help in time of need.

We believe that this faith should manifest itselfin the service of loveas set forth in the example of our blessed Lord,to the endthat the kingdom of God may come upon the earth.

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.

THE ANTHEM9:00 - “Lamb of God” arr. by Lloyd Larson

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “My Song Is Love Unknown” by Jonah KliewerThe Dayspring Choir

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER Jay Althouse“Show Me the Way, O Lord”

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER (in unison)Caring God,

we are greatly in need of your guidance. Our world is riddled with greed and hate and confusion.

Our sensibilities are overcrowded. We seldom know the best thing to do. Our souls crave something better. Help us to begin a journey with you today

that will carry us to new hope and understandings in Christ. Show us how to commit ourselves to you in our hearts. Help us to wait before you

until we see things more clearly. Then enable us to make the right decisions

and do the things we ought to do. Teach us how to find love again —

to realize more fully how much you love usand to experience how wonderful it isto love others with a great, overwhelming love.

Teach us how to take even tiny stepsas we begin this journey, and then larger ones as we go along.

Make the way plain to us,and help us to trust you even at the darkest times.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Genesis 9:8-17

THE PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

THE OFFERTORY9:00 - “Shine On Us” by Michael W. Smith

Esperanza

10:30 - “Give Me Jesus” arr. by Mark HayesChristopher Michael Kelley, Baritone

*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 #382“Have Thine Own Way, Lord”

THE GOSPEL READING Matthew 4:1-11

THE SERMON Rev. George Smoot“You Can’t Get There From Here”

*THE CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #519“Lift Every Voice and Sing”

*THE BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE Arr. M. Kelley“Loving God of All Creation”

Still today You call for workers true to Christ, the servant Lord,Sharing values, blending cultures; Thus new mission is explored.

Through the gospel’s urgent message You connect us, land to land,Building bridges, spanning chasms, joining people, hand in hand.

*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 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. Jane Tews

The Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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“Now is no timeto think of what you do not have.

Think of what you can dowith what there is.”

Ernest Hemingway

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!

Acolytes this Morning9:00 - Matthew Johnson • 10:30 - Kevin Buzard

Greeters This Morning:9:00 - Dave & Janis Vanderlaan • 10:30 - Rick & Judy Drown

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by Kerry & Wendy Reeve.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by Donna & Brian Frank in celebration of their 40th 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 Purcell Family, following the death of Benjamin Purcell, 5 year-old Dayspring Preschool student , on Feb. 22nd

John Muller, 92 year-old father of Bev Muller, in ICU in Iowa after a serious fall and head injury

Kyle Conlon, niece of Bob & Sally Jarus, recovering from her second heart surgery in two months

Dana Thomas, friend of Carissa Perez, fighting an infection and unexplained blood loss

Debby Vetter, undergoing a bilateral mastectomy (not cancer related) on Feb. 27

The Johnson Family, following the death of longtime member, Ed Johnson, Sr. on Feb. 14 in Tempe

The Fugate Family, dear friends of the Wilson and Petit families, following the death of Ruby Fugate on Feb. 12

Karen Fletcher and family, friend of Kay Akers, following the sudden death of Karen’s husband, John, on Feb. 10

Cheryl Powell, former Dayspring member, following the death of her husband, Dr. Tom Powell

The Family of Helen Wynn, following the death of Helen on Dec. 20Gloria Kopecky, recovering from knee surgery on Feb. 14

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 Feb. 19, 2012

565

GIFTSOffering received Feb. 19, 2012

$8,241

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.

Parable of the Talents - Our 2nd - 6th grade Sunday School children have been busy learning about and practicing the “Parable of the Talents.” Please plan on purchasing some of their items at the table on the patio this morning, Feb. 26th, and next Sunday, March 4th. All money raised will go to UMOM New Day Center. Thank you!

Spring Pillow Talk will take place on March 2nd and 3rd. This is a fun opportunity for 3rd - 6th graders to explore their Bibles and fellowship with other young Christians. Registration forms are available in the church office. For more information or to volunteer, contact ruthboyle1@cox.net.

Koinonikos - The March issue of the Dayspring newsletter is now available for pick-up in the narthex for those who have chosen that option. Thanks!

Dayspring Youth Ministry (DYM)* 10:15 - 11:30 - Sr. High in Room 111* 10:15 - 11:30 - Jr. High in Room 110* 1:30 - 3:30 - Confirmation Class in Room 111

The Explorer’s Class concludes its series on “The History of God” this morning. A new Lenten series on the Psalms begins next week. The origins of this beautiful poetry will be explored as well as the theological meaning of the different kinds of Psalms: Psalms of Praise, Psalms of Lament, and Psalms of Comfort. Join us at 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room.

Contemporary Issues - This 10:30 Adult Class topic of discussion is “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.

The Thursday Morning Bible Study class is studying Genesis aided by the video lectures of Dr. Gary Rendsburg. This is a small group study from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. on Thursday mornings led by Pastor George Smoot. All are welcome. Coffee and tea are provided.

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”. February 26 - Red Lobster - NE corner of Ray Road and 54th Street.

The UMW Greeting Card Circle meets Thursday, March 1, at 9:30 a.m. in Room 112. Recycled and decorated cards are made for sale to earn money for mission projects.

Family Promise - Dayspring will be hosting Family Promise the week of 3/4. Sign-ups will be available on the patio after both services on 2/19, 2/26 and 3/4. Volunteers are needed to help set up, tear down, spend the night, cook, and to accompany the families on a Saturday outing. Food donations are also needed. For information, contact Maria Hase at (480) 636-0963 or MariaRMDHase@yahoo.com.

Fifty Plus - What’s ahead with the 2012 United Methodist General Conference? That’s the question Rev. Jane Tews will discuss with 50+ on Friday, March 16th, at 12:00 noon in the Shalimar Country Club Restaurant, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe. Pastor Jane will join with other clergy and lay representatives from around the world as they meet for this quadrennial conference in Florida in April. Make your $12 per person lunch reservations with Erma Dean at (480) 839-4657 or with a 50+ caller. Visitors, members, friends...all are welcome!

Blood Drive - Give the Gift of Life!On Sunday, March 11, Dayspring will be hosting the Spring Blood Drive. The Bloodmobile will be in the Church parking lot from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To schedule your lifesaving appointment, please stop by the table in the courtyard between services this morning, Feb. 26th, or next Sunday, March 4th or contact Larry Haubrock at (480) 966-5435.

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

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 names of “Connections” members for you to contact.

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

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 - The First Sunday in Lent9:00 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

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

3:00 PM - Leadership Academy, 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, FEBRUARY 2710:00 AM - Monday Morning Moms & Dads, Room 111

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

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 288:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

12:00 PM - Brown Bag Lunch, Room 1125:45 PM - Dayspring Chimers, Choir Room6:00 PM - Run for God, Room 112

- Yoga, Media Center6:30 PM - DayStar, Choir Room7:00 PM - Open Table, Room 201

- Spiritual Formation, Library

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 295:30 PM - Wednesday Evening Fellowship Dinner, Fellowship Hall5:45 PM - Esperanza Choir, Choir Room

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

- Sunshine Singers, Media Center

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29 (con’t)6:30 PM - Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center7:00 PM - Wednesday Evening Fellowship Classes7:30 PM - Dayspring Chorale, Choir Room

THURSDAY, MARCH 1 9:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room9:30 AM - UMW Greeting Card Circle, Room 1126:00 PM - Yoga, Media Center

FRIDAY, MARCH 25:30 PM - Pillow Talk With My Bible, Fellowship Hall7:00 PM - PFLAG, Adult Room

SATURDAY, MARCH 38:00 AM - United Methodist Men, Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, MARCH 4 - The Second Sunday in Lent9:00 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

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 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