1365 East Elliot Road • Tempe, Arizona 85284-1608 • (480) 838-1446 • dayspringumc.org

December 24, 2017 3:00 p.m.

*Please stand as you are able As a courtesy, please silence your cell phone.

THE CHURCH GATHERS TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS EVE

PRELUDE Paul Manz “Quelle est cette odeur agreeable” 1919-2009 WORDS OF GREETING Rev. Jeff Procter-Murphy *CAROL Hymnal #234 “O Come, All Ye Faithful” Vs. 1 & 2 *CHRISTMAS PRAYER (in unison) Michelle Kelley Gracious and loving God, on this day we pray for all who walk in darkness, in this place and everywhere, that they may be freed from all evil and fear, and may in joy be lifted up to the light of your love. Bathe the world with your grace so that men and women together may hear your astonishing word of hope and become agents of your transforming love. In this, as in all things, we give you praise for ever and ever. Amen.

If this is your first time with us, we’re glad you’re here! Please indicate your presence with us

by filling out the sheet from the Welcome brochure found in the pew rack.

The presence of children is a gift to our church and they are a reminder that Dayspring is

growing. All children are welcome during our services. If you prefer, children’s nursery care

is available in Room 116.

Large print bulletins, hymnals and personal listening devices are available in the Narthex or

from the ushers, as well as Children’s Worship Guides. Ask an usher if you need assistance.

Dayspring UMC is a Reconciling Congregation. All people, regardless of age, sex, race, color,

ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic status or ability are welcome into the full

life of our congregation. Dayspring UMC affirms the value and worth of all persons, recognizing

that everyone is a child of God. We call all to live by and attest to gender equality and to observe

Jesus' principles of love and non-violence in all our relationships.

Please note: Our services are streamed online. If you prefer not to potentially be on camera,

please sit toward the back of the section to your left (farthest from the choir).

WELCOME

*HYMN RESPONSE Vs. 3 “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation; O sing, all ye citizens of heaven above! Glory to God, all glory in the highest;

O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

LIGHTING OF THE CHRIST CANDLE

The Tiede Family Response: Holy One, help us bear witness to your story and to bring life, even in bleak situations. Let us shine with your grace and mercy that can transform the world. We pray grateful for baby Jesus and the Christ he became who continually offers each of us fresh manifestations

of peace, love, hope and joy. Christ be our light!

SONG OF FULFILLMENT (The congregation will sing refrain below)

*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRISTMAS ANTHEM Gilbert M. Martin

“How Shall We Know Him?” Amanda Osman-Balzell, Penny Carpenter,

D. Justin Carpenter, Christopher Michael Kelley MOMENTS FOR SILENT PRAYER SUNG CALL TO PRAYER J. Strathdee / Arr. Kelley Solo, then congregation

“Holy Is the Night”

PASTORAL PRAYER Rev. Dot Saunders-Perez CAROL SING

“It Came upon the Midnight Clear” - Hymnal #218, Vs. 1 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” - Hymnal #230, Vs. 1

“Angels We Have Heard on High” - Hymnal #238, Vs. 1

SCRIPTURE John 1: 1-5, 10-14 MESSAGE

“The Birth of Wonder” A multimedia presentation based on the work of Matthew Fox and Bruce San-

guin. Featuring the voices of Joel Bullock, Jim Fountain, Rachel Procter-Murphy, Dot Saunders-Perez, Adam Slater, Jacob Slater, Leah Slater, and

Shirley Wells. L. Michael Kelley, piano

THE CHRISTMAS OFFERING

OFFERTORY Arr. Norman Luboff

“Still, Still, Still”

*DOXOLOGY Hymnal #94 Praise 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

SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION The Great Thanksgiving The Prayer of Consecration The Sharing of the Elements COMMUNION ANTHEM F. Gruber/J. Mohr

“Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht”

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING O God, 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 is begun: To find the lost and broken one, to feed the poor and hungry with good things, to bring peace to an old person’s heart, to rebuild nations with strength and goodwill, to make music in the heart. With this communion, let the work of Christmas begin with me. Amen. *CLOSING HYMN Hymnal #240

“Hark! the Herald Angels Sing” *BENEDICTION

*POSTLUDE Johann Sebastian Bach “Wir Christenleut” BWV 612 1685-1750

We Christian people have joy now because for our consolation Christ has been born as a man,

he has redeemed us. The person who takes comfort in this

and believes firmly will not be lost.

PRAYERS

Laura Chauvin, healing following surgery on December 21; Rosalie Fasci, recovering

following hospitalization Toni Zunino, recovering at home from hip surgery; Elsie

Mulligan, with health issues; Bethany Folkes, goddaughter of Simon and Caroline

Parkinson, for healing from major vision issues; Larry ONeal, uncle of Julie ONeal and

Brian Medendorp, with a broken right ankle and sprained left ankle; The family and

friends of Bob Stanfill, following his death on December 13; The family and friends

of Lynn Jessen, following her death on November 27; Kurt Hegland, recovering

following surgery on December 15; Ken Masters, hospitalized; Seaman 1st Class

Kameron Thompson, grandson of Debi and Gary Law, deployed to Guam; Jessie

LeTourneau, niece of Sandy Somers and Dave Hrabe, that her premature labor would

stop; Kylie Hrabe, daughter of Sandy Somers and Dave Hrabe, to find a job in her field; For all the first responders and victims of the wildfires in California; for the pastors and

leaders of Dayspring UMC, in gratitude of their service to this church; for all the indigent

people in our society who suffer through all the seasons of the year; for refugees

worldwide, including the Al Naeem and Derow-Mohamed families; for all who actively

serve the public common good, including our men and women in the military.

Ongoing Health Concerns

Gail Davis, Pam Cohn, Adrianna Harrington, Helen Ellis, Pearline Roberson, Barbara

Miles, Arlene Roe, Ann Masters, Ken Masters, Kitty Moran, Michael Luzaich, Marvel

Schlick, Connie Jo Swanson, Joyce Dolin, Dianne and JC Roberson, Jaden Lee,

Barbara A. Miller, Myrna Schaffer Holcomb, Emily Velarde, David Harbster, and Melinda

Hlebak.

PIANO:

Robert Mills

WORSHIP ASSISTANT:

Michelle Kelley

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. Dot Saunders-Perez at (480) 838-1446.

Dayspring UMC is a Stephen Ministry Congregation. 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. If you need to talk with a Stephen Minister, call the

church office at (480) 838-1446 or email stephenministers@dayspring-umc.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

POINSETTIA DELIVERY: Please consider bringing a poinsettia (or two) to one of our home-

bound parishioners on Christmas Day. Name cards with addresses are available in the Nar-

thex and plants can be picked up after services tonight.

FAMILY PROMISE, an emergency shelter for families who are temporarily homeless, visited

Dayspring last week. Please pick up a laundry bag to help clean some of the linens that were

used while the families were here. Thank you to everyone who volunteered!

SECRET SANTAS: To all who participated in our Secret Santa program, you have made a

difference ad brightened the lives of some of our members. You are appreciated. Thanks for

participating this year!

BLOOD DRIVE: Thank you to everyone who participated in the Blood Drive last Sunday!

Dayspring’s contributions help assure a strong blood supply through the holidays. Save the

Date for the next drive on Sunday, February 18 and thank you again!

NEW YEAR’S EVE is next Sunday! We will have ONE, combined service at 10:00am in the

Sanctuary. See you there!

OFFERING ENVELOPES for 2018 are now available. You can pick up a box of envelopes in

the narthex or on the church office counter.

YOUNG ADULTS meet again on Tuesday, January 2, at 7pm at Mod Pizza (Elliot Road, be-

tween McClintock and the 101). All young adults are invited to join us for food, discussion, and

fellowship! Please email YoungAdults@dayspring-umc.org for more information.

UNITED METHODIST MEN: On Saturday, January 6, UMM kicks off 2018 with a breakfast

meeting at 8:00am in the Adult Room hosting UMW members and our spouses. Please plan

to join us for food, fellowship, music and a really interesting program featuring Win Holden,

Executive Editor of Arizona Highways magazine.

OUR 2018 MINISTRY SHOWCASE will be January 7. We will have a single service at 10:00,

followed by the Ministry Showcase in the parking lot, highlighting all the different ministry and

mission opportunities at Dayspring. We’ll also have food trucks and family activities!

THE ANNUAL UMW PRAYER BREAKFAST is Saturday January 13 at 8:30am. We will gath-

er together as the new year begins to reflect on God’s grace and mercy. A beautiful breakfast

will be served in the Adult Room; tickets are $7.00 and available on the patio after services.

Email: umw@dayspring-umc.org for information. This is a breakfast for all women.

DAYSPRING PRIDE is our supportive and welcoming network for LGBTQ persons and allies.

PRIDE meets monthly and provides an opportunity for folks to come together, meet new peo-

ple, learn more about our community, and become part of a diverse group. We’ll meet at 6:00

on Jan. 15 for our monthly TheoPub at Mac’s Broiler and Tap. pride@dayspring-umc.org

COVENANT GROUPS: We are starting a small group ministry at Dayspring, guided by Pas-

tors Jeff, Joel, Dot & Shirley. The first five-week round will begin Jan 21, meeting from

11:45am-1pm Sundays in Fellowship Hall. We will practice spiritual disciplines together and

foster shared-faith relationships built on caring and trust. Please let Pastor Dot know if you’re

interested: dot@dayspring-umc.org

THE GIVING GARDEN opens to the public in January. If you are interested in adopting a

bed, please email clueck@dayspring-umc.org. The next gardening class is Jan. 24 from 7:00-

8:30pm in the Adult Room. Master Gardener Pam Perry will talk about transitioning from cool

crops to our warm crops for May and June harvests. RSVP to clueck@dayspring-umc.org.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: Habitat For Humanity: Volunteers needed for our 2018 house

build. Dayspring’s build days are January 27th, April 14th & 28th, and May 12th. No experi-

ence needed. Come help build a home for a very deserving family and maybe learn a few

handy skills. Contact Mark Boyle at ruthandmarkboyle@gmail.com.

KINGDOM DINNERS start Jan. 24. What would it look like IF the Kingdom of God were truly

accessible for all? Join us for dinner and dialogue to seek some radical actions in following

our faith to truly seek the Kingdom for our community. We will share a simple meal combined

with brief expert presentations and table discussion to develop action plans.

LIVING THE QUESTIONS RETREAT: Are you looking for an opportunity to explore a pro-

gressive Christian orientation, focused on Jesus yet open to other paths to the sacred? Living

the Questions is a video-based program featuring premier religion voices of our day. Join

Pastor Jeff for a two-day session January 26 & 27. Register at dayspringevents.org. $25.

YOUTH NEWS

Thanks to everyone who helped with luminarias tonight!

Dec. 31: Formation: 10-11am Jr High Room 110; Sr. High Room 111, No UMYF.

Jan. 7: No Formation, youth attend service. UMYF 5:30-7:30pm. Our Guest Presenter is Bill

Norwood, Dayspring member and the first African American pilot for United Airlines.

Senior High Ski Trip is January 19 - 20 $100 per youth. Watch your email for more info!

WAYS TO FINANCIALLY SUPPORT DAYSPRING’S MISSION: For credit card, debit card or bank account giving by phone, text Dayspringumc to 77977.

Church Office: (480) 838-1446 Office Hours: 9am - 2pm Monday - Thursday

The Church Office will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s, reopening 1/2/18.

The ministers of this church are its members. Those who assist them are:

Rev. Jeff Procter-Murphy Lead Pastor

jeff@dayspring-umc.org

Rev. Joel Bullock Associate Pastor

joel@dayspring-umc.org

Rev. Dot Saunders-Perez Minister Spiritual Formation

dot@dayspring-umc.org

Rev. L. Michael Kelley Minister of Music

michael@dayspring-umc.org

Kris Kroeger Marketing/Communications

kris@dayspring-umc.org

Emily Velarde Administrative Coordinator

evelarde@dayspring-umc.org

Emily Slater Children’s Ministries Coord.

emily@dayspring-umc.org

Laura Rambikur Youth Ministries Coord.

laura@dayspring-umc.org

Robert Mills Music Associate

Beth Lederman Music Director, The Table

Julie Hackmann Director of Bell Choirs

Austin Showen Director of Children’s Choirs ChildrensMusic@dayspring-umc.org

Jackie Miller Director of Cherub Choir

David Barnhouse Chair of SPRC

Nan Lawson Treasurer

Jim Chamness Chair of Trustees

Annie Mayson Nursery Coordinator

Connie Harrison Kitchen & Meal Coordinator

Sally Logsdon Preschool Director

preschool@dayspring-umc.org

Kurt Hegland Maintenance

Frankie Vasquez Custodian

frankie@dayspring-umc.org

Carol McKnight Church Accountant

carolc@dayspring-umc.org

THIS WEEK AT DAYSPRING SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 Christmas Eve

10:00 - Worship, Sanctuary

- Nursery (0-2), Room 117

- Child Care (3-7), Room 116

3:00 PM - Christmas Eve Service, Sanctuary

4:00 PM - AA, Media Center, Room 203

5:00 PM - Christmas Eve Service, Sanctuary

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center

7:00 PM - Christmas Eve Service, Sanctuary

9:00 PM - Christmas Eve Service, Fship Hall

11:00 PM - Christmas Eve Service, Sanctuary

MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 Christmas Day

Church Office Closed

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26 Church Office Closed

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27 Church Office Closed

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28 Church Office Closed

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 New Year’s Eve

10:00 - Worship, Sanctuary

- Nursery (0-2), Room 117

- Child Care (3-7), Room 116

4:00 PM - AA, Media Center, Room 203

5:10 PM - Al-Anon, Media Center

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