“. . . 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

May 29, 2011

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

May 29, 2011 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 WORSHIPMemorial Day

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

DAYSPRING NOTES

THE PRELUDE Johann Sebastian Bach “Jesus Christus, unser Heiland, 1685-1750

der den Tod überwand” BWV628(Jesus Christ, our Savior who Conquered Death)

*THE CALL TO WORSHIPPastor: Trust the Lord and do good.People: May the Lord give strength to the people!Pastor: O taste and see that the Lord is good!People: God is our strength and refuge.

*OPENING PRAYER

*HYMN OF PRAISE Hymnal #698“God of the Ages”

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 dawnmake you to shine like the sun

and hold you in the palm of God’s hand.

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM 10:30 a.m.Paxson Sylvan Vigness

(4-21-11)

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)

ANTHEM Ron Harris & Claire Cloninger“They Could Not”

Christopher Michael Kelley, Baritone

THE CALL TO PRAYER

A TIME OF SILENCE (for personal prayer)

THE COMMUNITY AT PRAYERPastor: Almighty God, before whom we stand the living and the

dead,we, your children, give thanks to you:

For all those through whom you have blessed our pilgrimage, whose lives have empowered us,whose influence is a healing grace. . .

People: We lift up thankful hearts.Pastor: For the dear friends and family members

whose faces we see no more,but whose love is with us forever . . .

People: We lift up thankful hearts.Pastor: For the teachers and companions of our childhood and

youth,and for the members of our household of faithwho worship you now in heaven . . .

People: We lift up thankful hearts.Pastor: For those who sacrificed themselves,

our brothers and sisters who have given their lives for the sake of others . . .

People: We lift up thankful hearts.Pastor: That we may hold them all in continual remembrance,

and ever think of them as with youin that city whose gates are not shut by dayand where there is no night . . .

People: We lift up thankful hearts.Pastor: That we may now be dedicated to working for a world

where labor is rewarded, fear dispelled,and the nations made one,

People: O Lord, save your people and bless your heritage.Day by day we magnify you,

and worship your name, for ever and ever.Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal #895

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Exodus 20:1-11

PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY Arr. Mark Hayes“Give Me, Jesus”

Christopher Michael Kelley, Baritone

*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

*HYMN OF PREPARATION Hymnal #117“O God, Our Help in Ages Past”

THE NEW TESTAMENT READING I Corinthians 11:23-26

SERMON Rev. Jane Tews“More Than Memory”

*CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #358“Dear Lord and Father of Mankind”

*BENEDICTION

*BENEDICTION RESPONSE 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 PEACE

Pastor: 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!

*THE POSTLUDE Johann Christian Kittel “Allegro” 1732-1809

*COFFEE HOUR FELLOWSHIPPlease Join us for Refreshments in Fellowship Hall

*Those in the Congregation who are able shall stand

Assisting in the Service This Morning:Carol Coleman

The Pianist This Morning:Mary Sievert

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“Peace to each manly soul that sleepeth,rest to each faithful eye that weepeth.”

Thomas Moore

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 - Mary Lou Collier

10:30 - Peggy & Charlie Ferrell

Acolytes This Morning:9:00 - Matthew Johnson

10:30 -

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING are given by: Scott & Carol Krupinsky - Happy Birthday Alex!; and given in honor of the baptism this morning of Paxson Sylvan Vigness, with love from his family; and given by Iona & Sylvan Vigness, (his great-grandparents) in loving honor of the baptism of Paxson Sylvan Vigness.

THE FOOD BASKET ON THE ALTAR THIS MORNING is given by Roger & Barbara Clayton in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary.

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 ths 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

Cathy & George Smoot and Family, at the death of Cathy’s father, David Kauffman, on May 24 in Florida.

Grace Anne Craig, wife of Bill Craig, recovering following a fallChuck Smith, who suffered a slight stroke last weekDan Masters, undergoing surgery on May 31The Family of Winona Salomon, friend of Bob & Sally Jarus, following

Winona’s recent deathLiz Moffat, friend of Kay Akers, recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancerShirley Hughes, under hospice careBetty Hathaway, dealing with health concernsBetty Hochstetter, having trouble breathing due to a blockageSarah, friend of Julie O’Neal, who is struggling with depression and anxietySam & Katie Geanetta and family, at the birth of their daughter, Emma,

on May 11

Ongoing Health Concerns

Barb Porter, Lori Jarvis, Philana Riherd, Kathy Hamilton, Shirley Hughes, Lisa Benton Reed, 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 May 22, 2011

564

GIFTSOffering received May 22, 2011

$7,324

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, please contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446.

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

Pictorial Directories Are Here! If you had your picture taken by Olan Mills (or submitted your own picture), stop by the office to pick up your directory.

Dayspring Youth Ministry (DYM)* 10:15 - 11:30 - Jr. High Formation, Room 111* 10:15 - 11:30 - Sr. High Formation, Room 110* End Of Year Pool Party & Cookout: Please join us for our final

youth event of the year before summer. We will have a pool party at the Pompa’s home, 3:00 - 6:00PM on Sunday, June 5.

An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith - We will begin a 4-week study of this book by Barbara Brown Taylor on Wednesday, June 8, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in Room 112. Used for the 2011 Women’s Retreat, the book reveals meaningful ways to discover God in our everyday lives. Contact Carol Coleman at (480) 838-1446 or carolc@dayspring-umc.org if you are interested in attending.

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”. May 29 - Red Lobster - NE corner of Ray Road and 54th Street.

“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 the names of “Connections” members for you to contact.Pew Restocking - We are in need of volunteers who can help restock the pews on Tuesday mornings. The job takes about an hour. If you would be willing to be on one of these rotating teams, please contact Carol Coleman at carolc@dayspring-umc.org or (480) 838-1446.

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

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“To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary.To one without faith, no explanation is possible.”

St. Thomas Aquinas

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING

SUNDAY, MAY 299:00 AM - Worship

- 2 year-olds Sunday School, Room 116- Summer Sunday School

10:15 AM - Jr. High Formation, Room 111- Sr. High Formation, Room 110

10:30 AM - Worship- 2 year-olds Sunday School, Room 116- Summer Sunday School

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, MAY 30 - Memorial Day Observed - Office Closed

TUESDAY, MAY 318:45 AM - Yoga, Media Center

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

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17:00 PM - Tour Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room

THURSDAY, JUNE 26:30 PM - M.I.S.S., Room 110

FRIDAY, JUNE 37:00 PM - PFLAG, Room 112, Adult Room

SATURDAY, JUNE 48:00 AM - United Methodist Men, Adult Room8:30 AM - Tour Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room

SUNDAY, MAY 299:00 AM - Worship

- 2 year-olds Sunday School, Room 116- Summer Sunday School

SUNDAY, JUNE 5 (con’t)9:45 AM - VBS Training, Room 112

10:15 AM - Jr. High Formation, Room 110- Sr. High Formation, Room 111

10:30 AM - Worship- 2 year-olds Sunday School, Room 116- Summer Sunday School

11:30 AM - College Age Group, Meet in Sanctuary

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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“Certain thoughts are prayers.There are moments when,

whatever the attitude of the body,the soul is on its knees.”

Victor Hugo, Les Miserables, 1862

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

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

Kris Kroeger, Youth Ministries CoordinatorKay Luzaich, Children’s 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