“. . . 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

January 6, 2013

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.

January 6, 2013 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 WORSHIPCommunion

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

PRELUDE Marcel Dupre “In dir ist Freude” 1886-1971

(In Thee is Gladness)

*CALL TO CELEBRATIONPastor: The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you.People: And also with you.Pastor: The risen Christ is with us.People: Praise the Lord!

*OPENING PRAYER (in unison)Almighty God, to you all hearts are open,

all desires known,and from you no secrets are hidden.

Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly love youand worthily magnify your namethrough Christ our Lord. Amen.

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

A TIME FOR OUR CHILDREN(As children age 2 through Fifth 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.Karalyn Grace Kroeger

(July 15, 2012)

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 INVITATION

CONFESSION AND PARDON (in unison)God of light and life,

You know when we lose our way–when we walk in darkness,when we close our hearts to your truth and wisdom,when we do not keep your word,when we do not love as you have taught us to love.

Let your face shine upon us,that we may see your love shining through our failures.

Be gracious unto us,that we may bask in the glow of your forgiveness.

Bathe us in the waters of lifethat we may be born anewand shine as children of love.

Amen.

Pastor: Hear the good news. Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves God’s love toward us. In the

name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!All: Thanks be to God. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Isaiah 60:1-6

PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY

*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!

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION

*THE HYMN OF PREPARATION Hymnal #224“Good Christian Friends, Rejoice”

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Matthew 2:1-12

THE MEDITATION Rev. Jane Tews“The Work of Christmas Is Begun”

SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION Hymnal p.13The Great ThanksgivingThe Prayer of ConsecrationThe Sharing of the Elements

(The offering left at the communion rail will be used for those in need in our community)

MUSIC DURING COMMUNION Mary Sievert, Piano

*HYMN OF DEDICATION Hymnal #254“We Three Kings”

*BENEDICTION

*THE BENEDICTION RESPONSE J. StrathdeeI Am the Light of the World”

Refrain: “ I am the light of the world!You people come and follow me!”

If you follow and love you’ll learn the mysteryof what you were meant to do and be.

When the song of the angels is stilled,when the star in the sky is gone,

when the kings and the shepherds have found their way home,the work of Christmas has begun:

Repeat Refrain

*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 William C. Bridge“Fanfare in D”

*FELLOWSHIPPlease Join us for Refreshments in Fellowship Hall

*Those in the Congregation who are able shall stand

Assisting in the Service this Morning:Rev. George Smoot

The Pianist this Morning:Mary Sievert

Assisting with Communion this Morning:

9:00Carol ColemanDave Harbster

Suzanne HarbsterRev. Michael Kelley

John ListonWendy Liston

Rev. George SmootRev. Jane Tews

10:30 Carol Coleman

Babs LesterTom Lester

Rev. Michael KelleyBen Porritt

Diane PorrittRev. George Smoot

Rev. Jane Tews

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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!

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by Mike Childers in loving memory of Merle Childers.

THE 2013 FLOWER AND FOOD BASKET CALENDARS are now available in the narthex for sign-ups. Thank you!

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/adopted 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

Jim Baker and Family, following the death of Jim’s 100 year-old mother, Inez Baker, on Dec. 28 in Florida

Deb Alesse, friend of Karen Eppelsheimer, battling breast and lung cancer

Linda Difino, dear friend of Christi Patterson, beginning treatment for recently diagnosed Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Daryl Balod, friend of Lisa Clifton, fighting breast cancer and undergoing chemotherapy

Bob Lee, brother of Harrison Lee, prayers for healing from a bad fall

Ongoing Health Concerns

George Elley, Karalyn Kroeger, Les Mesbergen, Polly Smith, Teresa Webb, 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. 30, 2012

383

GIFTSOffering received Dec. 30, 2012

$20,037

Acolytes This Morning:9:00 - Nathan Glickman10:30 - Jenna Johnson

Greeters This Morning:9:00 - Billy & Glendoris Cheek

10:30 - Skip Hughes

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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.

It’s Not Too Late! We are still collecting 2013 pledge cards, and it’s not too late to turn yours in! If you have not already done so, please fill out the orange pledge card in the pew pocket and drop it in the offering plate, or in the church office. Thank 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 EFT form for 2013. Forms are available in the church office, or one can be mailed to you. Thinking about EFT? It’s easy to do! (If you have NOT changed your pledge amount, it is not necessary to fill out a new form.)

Tochimizolco Medical Mission - The 2013 Tochimizolco Medical Mission is scheduled for April 2nd - April 9th. For over 20 years, Daypring has joined Grace UMC from Olathe, Kansas in providing medical, dental and other health services in this small village in Central Mexico. We are looking for medical and dental professionals as well as hard working volunteers to assist. The work is hard, the living conditions are rustic, but the personal and spiritual rewards are huge. If you would like to learn more, contact Larry Butler, lbutler6503@gmail.com or Bev Muller, bmulleraz@gmail.com.

Confirmation Is Coming: A Parent’s meeting where questions will be answered and information packets can be obtained will be held on Sunday, January 6 at 11:30AM, immediately following our church service. Information packets and registration forms are always available in the church office. Confirmation classes for youth in seventh grade and higher will begin on Sunday, January 13 at 1:30PM.

The Explorer’s Class a new series on “The Modern Family” is beginning today in the Explorer’s Class. This 3-week class will explore changes in the definition of family over the past decades and the affect they have had on the mainline denominations. Video clips from presentations at the annual meeting of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists will be shown and discussion will be held. Jane Baker, marriage and family therapist, will lead this series. 9:00 a.m. in the Adult Room.

The Connie Reading Circle will meet Thursday, January 10, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Glendoris Cheek, (480) 785-2197. Kay Lewis will review One Simple Act, Discovering the Power of Generosity by Debbie Macomber, from the 2013 UMW Reading Program, Social Action category.

The Mary Martha Circle will meet Thursday, January 10, at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Bev Haubrock, (480) 966-5435. Beth Cadman will present the program.

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”. Jan. 6 - Crackers & Co. - 1285 W. Elliot Rd., between Priest and Hardy, on the south side.

Start off the New Year with 50+ on January 18, 2013! Lunch will be served at 12 noon in the Shalimar Country Club restaurant, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe. Dr. Phyllis Coston, retired professor at West Virginia Weslyan, will speak about current successful careers of her former students with learning disabilities. Dr. Coston has received national and state recognitions and awards as a leader in the teaching of reading and as a teacher in learning disability programs. Some of her stories will be shared with us. Make your $12 per person reservations with Erma Dean (480) 839-4657, or with a 50+ caller. Visitors, members, friends...all are welcome!

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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Stephen Ministers provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care and support to people experiencing grief, divorce, cancer, job loss, loneliness, disability, relocation, and other life difficulties.

Dayspring's Stephen Ministry is starting a new training class on Thursday January 17th. If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, please attend an informational meeting today, January 6th in Room 112 following second service. For any questions please call Elizabeth Winkler 480-456-6573, Liz Alden 480-497-0929 or Sally Butler 602-524-2109.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6 - Epiphany9:00 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 - Church Meeting, Sanctuary

11:45 AM - Confirmation Parent’s Meeting, Adult Room- Introduction to Stephen Ministry, Room 112

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 202

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 202

MONDAY, JANUARY 710:00 AM - Monday Morning Moms & Dads, Room 111

7:00 PM - BSA Troop 172, Fellowship Hall- Troop 172 Committee Meeting, Adult Room- BSA Venture Crew, Room 201

TUESDAY, JANUARY 88:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

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

- Yoga, Media Center7:00 PM - DayStar, Choir Room

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 99:00 AM - UMOM Quilters, Adult Room

10:00 AM - Disciple 1, Room 1125:45 PM - Esperanza, Choir Room

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

- Sunshine Singers, Media Center

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 (con’t)6:30 PM - Celebration Singers, Choir Room6:45 PM - Genesis Choir, Media Center7:30 PM - Dayspring Chorale, Choir Room

THURSDAY, JANUARY 109:00 AM - Bible Study with Pastor George, Adult Room6:30 PM - Stephen Ministry Supervision, Room 1127:00 PM - Youth & Children’s Ministries Volunteers Mtg., Media

Center

FRIDAY, JANUARY 117:00 PM - Connections, Adult Room

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

SUNDAY, JANUARY 139:00 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 - Youth Council Meeting, Room 111

1:30 PM - Confirmation, Room 111

2:00 PM - Connections, Adult Room

4:00 PM - Alcoholics Anonymous, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 202

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center- AA Teen Meeting, Room 202

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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 Robert T. Hoshibata Rev. 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

Carrie Mook, Youth Ministries CoordinatorBecky Sindlinger, Children’s Coordinator

Linda Falk, Preschool DirectorMarilyn Bunte, Nursery Coordinator.

Frankie Vasquez, Custodian

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