“. . . 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

December 26, 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

December 26, 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 WORSHIP

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE PRELUDE Louis-Claude d’Aquin“Noël Suisse Grand jeu, et Duo” 1694-1772

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the highest

heaven!

People: Let the sun and the moon and the stars in the sky sing praises to our God!

Pastor: Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the deepest valley!

People: Let the mountains and the hills,

the fruit trees and tall cedarssing praises to our God!

Pastor: Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord all the peoples of the earth!

People: Let the old and the young, the mighty and the meek,lift their voices and praise God’s holy name!

Pastor: Praise the Lord!

*THE OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #251“Go Tell It on the Mountain”

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 SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM 10:30 a.m.Willamina Gail Mook

(May 18, 2010)

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 CALL TO PRAYER

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Isaiah 63:7-9

A STEWARDSHIP MESSAGE Nan Kelley Lawson

Lay Leader, Stewardship Chair

THE PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

THE OFFERTORY Marcel Dupre“In Dulci Jubilo” 1886-1971

*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

A CAROL SING

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Luke 2:21-40

THE SERMON Rev. Jane Tews

THE CLOSING HYMN Faith We Sing #2095“Star Child”

*THE BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE Hymnal #431“Let There Be Peace On Earth”

Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me;let there be peace on earth, the peace that was meant to be.

With God our creator, children all are we.Let us walk with each other in perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me, let this be the moment now.With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow;

to take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally.Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.

*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 Johann Sebastian Bach“Der Tag, der is so Freudenreich” 1685-1750

This day is so full of joy for all creatures;Because God’s Son from Heaven, transcending nature

Is born of a Virgin

*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:Rev. George Smoot

The Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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“Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things,

but just look at what they can dowhen they stick together.”

Unknown

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 - Ken, Ann and Ron Masters • 10:30 - Becky Sindlinger

Acolytes This Morning:9:00 - Joseph Doty • 10:30 - Sarah Simminger

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by Fred & Meg Johnson, in celebration of their 2nd wedding anniversary.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given Fred & Meg Johnson in celebration of their 2nd wedding anniversary.

THE 2011 FLOWER AND FOOD BASKET CALENDARS are available for sign-up in the narthex.

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, or Elizabeth Winkler, (480) 456-6573, 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

Tracy & Karen Hatton and Family, at the death of Tracy’s grandmother, Irma Fye, in Iowa on Dec. 20

Mary Ellen Woods and Family, at the death Mary Ellen’s sister, Pauline, last week

Jim Roberts, brother of Suzan Bawolek, hospitalized with a brain tumorPat Hergenrader, mother of Karen Hatton, struggling with health problemsTom Hagen, father of Dan Hagen, for peace and healing in his struggle

with kidney failureSandra Deming, 21 year-old roommate of Amanda Considine,

recovering from brain surgery to remove 2 tumorsMarissa Molina, a former student of Elizabeth Hamilton, who is fighting

bone cancerBerneece Bazzill, grandmother of Julie O’Neal, recovering from a

broken arm following a fall

Ongoing Health Concerns

Lori Jarvis, Philana Riherd, Kathy Hamilton, Shirley Hughes, Lisa Benton Reed, The Ellis Family, Warren Gallagher, George Butler, Polly Smith, Chris Hauser, 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 Dec. 19, 2010

840

GIFTSOffering received Dec. 19, 2010

$20,228

SERVICE WITNESS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

A gentle reminder - If you have not already done so, please be sure to turn in your pledge card for 2011. The Finance Committee thanks you!

Attention Church Members and Friends - If you are utilizing our Electronic Funds Transfer for your giving, and have changed the amount of your pledge, please be sure to fill out a new form for 2011. Forms are available in the church office, or one can be mailed to you. Thank you!

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

The Explorer’s Class continues its series of “Faces of Faith” next Sunday, Jan. 2, at 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room. The class is not meeting today.

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.

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”. Dec. 26 - My Big Fat Greek Restaurant - 3305 W Chandler Blvd., just west of the 101.

More Than Enough - Monday Moms and Dads Group will begin a study of this best-selling book by Dave Ramsey on Monday, Jan. 10, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Join us as we discuss this intriguing topic. Childcare is offered with pre-registration. For more information or to pre-register for childcare, contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446.

“A Taste of Mingus” Cookbook - Today is your LAST CHANCE to purchase the Mingus Mountain Camp cook book called “A Taste of Mingus.” This book celebrates the history, settings, stories and

photographs of the camp and also shares true Mingus recipes. The cost is $20 with all of the proceeds going to a scholarship fund to help children and youth attend Mingus Mountain Camp. Copies of the book are available on the patio.Koinonikos Schedule - The next deadline date for the newsletter is January 15, and will include events in the month of February.

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OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 269:00 AM - Worship

- Children’s Sunday School- Explorer’s Class, Adult Room - Not meeting today

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- Alateen, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Fellowship Hall- Alateen, Room 110

MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 7:00 PM - Disciple II, Room 112

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 288:45 AM - Yoga, Room 112

12:00 PM - Brown Bag Lunch, Room 1126:00 PM - Yoga, Room 112

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2911:00 AM - Stephen Ministry, Library

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30 - Office Closed6:00 PM - Yoga, Room 112

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31 - New Year’s Eve - Office Closed

SATURDAY, JANUARY 1 - New Year’s Day

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29:00 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 - College Age Group, Meet in Sanctuary

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Fellowship Hall- Alateen, Room 110

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Fellowship Hall- Alateen, Room 110

“Blessed is the seasonwhich engages the whole world

in a conspiracy of love.”Hamilton Wright Mabie

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 SecretarySusie Seckel, Financial Secretary

Mary Sievert, Music AssociateJulie Hackmann, Director of Bell Choirs

Penny Carpenter, Director of Children’s MusicJackie Miller, Director of Cherub Choir

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

Linda Falk, Preschool DirectorRon 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