“. . . 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

April 15, 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

April 15, 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 WORSHIP

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE PRELUDE Johann Sebastian Bach “Christ lag in Todesbanden” 1685-1750

Christ lay in death’s bonds handed over for our sins,he is risen again and has brought us lifeFor this we should be joyful, praise God

and be thankful to him and sing alleluia. Alleluia!

THE CHORAL INTROIT9:00 - “I Was Glad!” by Jospeh M. Martin

The Celebration Singers

10:30 - “Canticle of Praise” by Victor Cohen JohnsonThe Dayspring Chorale

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: Come and share the ample treasure of new life in Christ.People: We celebrate our unity as God’s people.Pastor: Christ has died and Christ is risen!

Christ is with us forevermore.People: Christ is our advocate, our helper,

our comforter in times of need!

*THE OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #304“Easter People, Raise Your Voices”

THE ANTHEM9:00 “Everybody Ought to Know” Arr. by L. Leatherman

The Sunshine Singers

10:30 - “Fruit of the Spirit” by Terry ButlerThe Genesis 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.

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER9:00 - “Wings of Your Love” by Patti Drennan

10:30 - “Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus” by H. Lemmel

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE EPISTLE READING I Peter 1:3-9

THE PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

THE OFFERTORY9:00 - “Hallelujah! Thine the Glory” by Mary McDonald

The Celebration SingersTrey Berreman, Drums

10:30 - “I Know That My Redeemer Lives” by Craig CourtneyThe Dayspring Chorale

*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 #307“Christ Is Risen”

THE GOSPEL READING John 20:19-31

THE SERMON Rev. Jane Tews“Claiming Our Inheritance”

THE RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERSResponse:

We rejoice to recognize you as members of Christ’s holy church,and bid you welcome to this congregationof the United Methodist Church.

With you we renew our vows to uphold itby our prayers, our presence,our gifts, our service and our witness.

With God’s help we will so order our livesafter the example of Christthat, surrounded by steadfast love,you may be established in the faith,and confirmed and strengthened in the waythat leads to life eternal.

*THE CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #318“Christ Is Alive”

*THE BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE S. H. Nicholson / Arr. 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!)

*THE POSTLUDE J. S. Bach“Fugue in G minor” (the little), BWV 578

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. George Smoot

Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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“Contrary to the cliché,genuinely nice guys most often finish first,

or very near it.”Malcolm S. Forbes

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 The Krupinsky Family - Happy 15th Birthday, Katy!

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by The Ridey Family in loving memory of Charles Ridey.

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

Arlene Roe and Family, following the death of her husband, Bob Roe, on April 9 in Phoenix. Services were held here at Dayspring yesterday.

Lori Jarvis, sister of Dawn Archambo, just diagnosed with a recurrence of breast cancer and healing following surgery on April 6

JaKelle Westergard, best friend of Dominique Devereux, hospitalized on life support, following a severe case of pneumonia

Virginia O’Neal, grandmother of Julie O’Neal and Brian Medendorp, who fell and broke her leg

Abel Perez and Family, at the death of his father, Ramon Perez, grandfather of Carissa Perez

Irene Poindexter, recovering from illnessDebbie Dembiec, sister of Matthew Ellis, healing following surgery on

April 9Dan Nero and Family, following the death of Dan’s father, Charles Nero,

on March 29 in FloridaBobbie Dale, hospitalized at Banner Desert Hospital following a fallDiana Farrell, undergoing pacemaker surgeryStephanie, daughter-in-law of Beth Flores, dealing with gestational

diabetesMarilyn Miller, dealing with sudden onset hearing loss

Ongoing Health Concerns

Lori Jarvis, Marlene Meyer, Gloria Kopecky, 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 April 8, 2012

1530

GIFTSOffering received April 8, 2012

$31,891Acolytes this Morning9:00 - Matthew Johnson

10:30 - Kevin Buzard

Greeters This Morning:9:00 - Dave & Janis Vander Laan

10:30 - Kevin, Lainie, Corey & Ryan Walsh

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

Recital Tonight! - April music continues at Dayspring with a recital by Kyle Smith, Euphonium. Kyle will be presenting music by Bach, Beethoven, and DeLuca. The concert will be in the Sanctuary tonight, April 15, at 7:00 p.m. Presented without charge. Reception to follow.

*Dayspring is in need of an Acolyte Coordinator. Please prayerfully consider offering your talents in this significant role of helping “bring the light of Jesus” to our worship services each Sunday. Contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446. Thank you.

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

Acolyting - Are you between the ages of 10 and 14 years old? If so, consider becoming an acolyte! Every service, the acolyte “brings the light of Jesus” into the church by lighting the altar candles. Please email Carol Krupinsky at ckrupinsky@cox.net and we’ll get you trained and on the every 2 months schedule!

The Explorer’s Class concludes its study of Justice this morning with the topic: “Restorable Justice: How do we accomplish this in our own society?” Next Sunday, Jane Baker will discuss the forthcoming General Conference. Resolutions, changes in church structure, and what does this mean for the church at large and for Dayspring. 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room. Coffee is served.

United Methodist Women, meet Thursday, April 19, 7:00 p.m. in the Adult Room. Bev Haubrock will lead the program, “Quiet Day of Service/A Call to Prayer and Self-Denial: A Time for Change.” This year’s special offering will support national and international mission institutions and projects in the use of technology to enhance the quality of life of persons they serve. All women are invited to attend and join us for fellowship, worship and service.

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”. April 15 - Elephant Bar - 3405 W. Chandler Blvd., in front of Chandler Fashion Mall.

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.

Food Drive Next Sunday! Bring any non-perishable food. Always needed: cereal, canned fruit & vegetables, dry rice & beans, canned meat & meals, dry milk and pasta. Thank you!

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

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United Methodist Men Present:

100 Years of SongMusic and Song Commemorating Arizona’s 100th

Anniversary

Saturday, April 28, 20126:30 p.m.

Dinner: Steak / Game Hen / Salmon(Hamburgers & Hot Dogs for the kids)

Cost: $25 for Adults / $10 for kidsTickets Available on the Patio

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, APRIL 159:00 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

11:30 AM - Communications, Room 112

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

2:00 PM - Connections, 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

7:00 PM - Kyle Smith Recital, Sanctuary

MONDAY, APRIL 1610:00 AM - Monday Morning Moms & Dads, Room 111

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 178:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

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

- Run for God, Room 112- Yoga, Media Center

7:00 PM - DayStar, Choir Room- Open Table, Room 201- Staff Parish Committee, Room 112

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 185:45 PM - Esperanza Choir, Choir Room

- Sprouts, Room 2016:00 PM - Dayspring Chorale, Sanctuary

- Cherub Choir, Adult Room- Sunshine Singers, Media Center

6:30 PM - Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center

THURSDAY, APRIL 199:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room6:00 PM - Yoga, Media Center6:30 PM - United Methodist Women, Adult Room

FRIDAY, APRIL 20

SATURDAY, APRIL 218:30 AM - Chorale Rehearsal, Sanctuary

SUNDAY, APRIL 229:00 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

7:00 PM - Spring Chorale Concert, Sanctuary

The Activist Within

Dayspring’s Connections Committee will sponsor the showing of a locally-produced documentary entitled “The Activist Within.” The film documents the struggle of two civil equality organizations working for marriage equality, including Equality Arizona, from 2008 to the present.

The film will be presented this afternoon, April 15th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Adult Room. Voluntary donations will be given to the Right to Marry Walk Arizona. More information on the walk is available at www.righttomarryaz.org

Connections Committee is Dayspring’s group that is committed to a diverse and inclusive church that recognizes the intrinsic worth of all persons regardless of sexual orientation. In keeping with the committee’s goals, the film will provide a forum for dialog and actions on this issue which affects all GLBT & Q (Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Transgender and Questioning) individuals, their friends and families.

The film was selected for showing at the Sedona International Film Festival, the Breckenridge Festival of Film, and the Naperville Independent Film Festival.

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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