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February Koinonikos
Worship Services January 29
Youth Sunday
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February 12
Scout Sunday
February 12, 8-11am
Scout Troop 172
Annual Pancake Breakfast
February 24-25
Dayspring Youth 30-hour Famine
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February 26, 3-5pm
Dayspring Leadership Academy
March 11, 8am-1pm
Blood Drive Parking Lot
People of Dayspring
Dayspring United Methodist Church 1365 E. Elliot Road, Tempe, Arizona 85284 (480) 838-1446
Worship Services at 9:00 and 10:30 am each Sunday
From Our Pastors
The Pastor's Letter
Does it seem to you that many people treat the word "compromise"
as if it were a four letter word - they want nothing to do with it!
Our government is so gridlocked that little/nothing seems to get
accomplished. There is an alarming rise in fundamentalism in many
religions, which manifests itself as extreme judgmentalism in how
people should live their lives.
At its worst, extremists use their religion as justification for
eradicating non-believers from the face of the earth. Even road
rage is the result of people refusing to yield or cede the right
of way to anyone else.
While of course we want our politicians, our religious leaders and,
for that matter, everyone, to have principles which can't be
compromised, nevertheless, too often we stake our claim to a belief
or an opinion and then refuse to budge from it or to entertain
any idea contrary to our own. We have lost the art of compromise.
Benjamin Franklin, in his address to the Constitutional Convention in
1787, closed with these words:
"I confess that there
are several parts of this Constitution which I do not at present approve,
but I am not sure that I shall never approve them; for having lived long,
I have experienced many instances of being obliged by better information,
or fuller consideration, to change opinions even on important subjects
which I once thought right, but found to be otherwise. It is therefore
that the older I grow, the more apt I am to doubt my own judgment, and
to pay more respect to the judgment of others."
St. Paul, in his "Hymn to Love" in I Corinthians 13 said it this way:
"Love is patient, love is kind; love is not envious or boastful or
arrogant or rude. IT DOES NOT INSIST ON ITS OWN WAY."
If we truly want to change our world, perhaps it is time to adopt
Franklin's advice and to "doubt our own infallibility" or even better,
to follow what St Paul called "the more excellent way." The way of love.
Blessings, Pastor Jane
Souper Bowl Sunday
Next Sunday, February 5th is Souper Bowl Sunday. The Sprouts will
be at the doors of the sanctuary as you leave holding Soup Pots. We
are asking you drop a $1 bill or more to help fight hunger here in our community.
This year's donations benefit Paz de Cristo in Mesa.
Be part of the nationwide movement that is sharing God's love with those in need.
30-Hour FamineFebruary 24-25
Dayspring Youth Ministry is once again participating in World
Vision's 30 Hour Famine, an event when the Jr. High and
Sr. High youth fast for 30 straight hours. They raise
donations for World Vision's programs and learn about worldwide
hunger and poverty while working at local food banks
and homeless shelters.
This is Dayspring's seventh year participating in the famine
and we are, for the second year in a row, joining forces with
the youth group at Chandler UMC. Teens from both churches will
work, learn, and fast side by side to experience the feeling
that too many kids around the world already know - the feeling
of an empty stomach.
This year's focus will be on hunger and poverty throughout the
world, particularly the current crisis in the Horn of Africa.
Dayspring's Children's Council mission is to
support the children from birth to sixth grade
in their spiritual growth with God.
Choir
The children will sing on the following dates in February:
Cherub Choir: February 26th 10:30am
Sunshine Singers: February 12th 10:30am
Genesis Choir: February 12th 9:00am
Sprouts
On February 5th the Sprouts will be participating
in the nationwide movement, Souper Bowl Sunday.
This year the Sprouts have chosen Paz de Cristo to receive
their donations. All monies donated will stay in our community.
Be sure to drop $1 or more in the soup pots the Sprouts will be
holding at the door after each service.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Parable of the Talents
Our 2nd - 6th grade Sunday School children will be learning
about and practicing the "Parable of the Talents" in February
and March. Parents will be able to sign their children up at
a table in the courtyard on February 5th and February 12th.
The children will each get $5. They will use this money to purchase
supplies to make something (cookies, crafts, etc). The children will
get a chance to see how their $5 can work and grow! They will sell
their wares in the courtyard between services.
Please plan to purchase some of their hard work in the courtyard
on February 26th and March 4th. All of the money raised
will go to the UMOM New Day Center. Thank You!
Pillow Talk
Pillow Talk for 3rd through 6th graders is scheduled for March 2nd
and March 3rd. This is a great opportunity for children to cultivate
friendships with other young Christians and grow in their knowledge of
the Bible. We will begin at 5:30 on Friday evening with pizza for dinner,
and spend the evening doing a scavenger hunt, New Testament based activities,
meeting with the Pastor, watching a movie, and then heading for bed in our
sleeping bags for the night. After a wonderful breakfast on Saturday
morning, we'll finish our projects and wrap up.
Registration forms will be available in the bulletin and in the church
office. Please contact Ruth at
ruth-boyle1@cox.net
with questions or to volunteer. For Pillow Talk to be successful, we need
volunteers to help with set-up, clean-up, spending the night, serving meals,
and helping with activities. This is always a fun and rewarding activity for
the children as well as the adults who help out, so mark your calendars!
Dayspring Preschool and Kindergarten
Registration runs January 26th through February 6th.
You can pick up packets in the Preschool and the Church office
beginning January 26th. Registered Church members have priority.
If you have questions or would like to schedule a tour, please call the
Preschool office at 480) 838-9097.
We offer these classes:
Parent/Tot class for children who are 24-36 months as
of September 30. This class meets Thursday mornings for 90 minutes
with child and parent.
Pee Wee class for children who turn 3 between September 1
and December 31. This class meets Wednesday mornings.
Class for children who turn 3 before September 1, 2012.
Class for children who turn 4 before September 1, 2012.
Kindergarten for children who are 5 by September 1, 2012.
We look forward to meeting you and your children.
Fifty Plus
Treat yourself to a wonderful 50 PLUS program on Friday, February 17,
at 12:00 noon in the Shalimar Country Club restaurant, 2032 Golf Avenue,
Tempe AZ 85282. Our own Pastor, Rev. L. Michael Kelley, will present a program
entitled, "Love Songs." Make your $12 per person lunch reservations for you
and your Valentine friends with Erma Dean Yeager
(ermadean@cox.net)
or with a 50 PLUS caller. Everyone is welcome!
February and March UMM Meetings
Please put both Saturdays, February 4 and March 3,
on your calendars as we have two great programs upcoming.
On February 4, along with breakfast and fellowship, we'll
have Michael Monti of Tempe historic restaurant fame as our guest.
Then on March 3, with United Methodist Women as our invited
guests, Dr. M Zuhd Jasser, Chairman, American Islamic Forum for
Democracy will join us for breakfast and to share his perspective.
Please plan to make both meetings for great food, fellowship and
intriguing and challenging programs.
United Methodist Women
United Methodist Women unit meeting is Thursday,
February 16, at 7pm in the Adult Room.\
Marilyn Miller and Nancy Jamison-Dawe will share
experiences from their February 2011 encounter with
God's amazing creatures and their habitat in a nine-day
cruise in Antarctic waters. All women of the church are
invited to join us for fellowship, education and service.
The Greeting Card Circle will meet on Thursday, February 2,
at 9:30am in Room 112. The circle makes recycled, painted and wildflower
cards to raise funds for missions.
The Connie Reading Circle will meet on Thursday, February 9,
at 9:30am at the home of Pat Brandt. Bonny Sloane will review the book
Rediscovering Values: On Wall Street, Main Street and Your Street,
by Jim Wallis, from the Social Action category of the 2012 UMW Reading Program.
The Mary Martha Circle will meet Thursday, February 9, at 7pm at Jean
Beal's home. Jean will give the program from the study book More Bad Girls
of the Bible, by Barbara J. Essex, from the Leadership Development
category of the UMW Reading Program.
ACTION OPPORTUNITY: The Desert Southwest Conference will present a social
action education event: "Human Trafficking: What is it?" Saturday, March 3, 9:30am - 3pm
at Cross in the Desert UMC, Phoenix. Cost is $15 for registration, materials and lunch.
Watch the church bulletin for more information.
UMW Accomplishments in 2011:
Pledges to mission: We pledged $3,000 and gave $3,188.
World Thank Offering: Budgeted $150, gave $326.
Prayer and Self-Denial Offering: Budgeted $200, gave $250.
Ubuntu Day of Service at Wesley Community Center (and at Justa Center and WHEAT Clothes Silo).
Donated items to Justa Center.
Donated baby items to WCC.
Donated Christmas gifts to WCC children.
Held used book sale in April - donated $1,100 to local and international missions.
Donated hundreds of books to 8 local agencies.
Members coordinated meals for Family Promise guests, who are homeless families.
Several members attended the Immigration Forum held at Dayspring in October.
Scout News
Scout Sunday
On February 12, 2012, Dayspring will celebrate Scout Sunday.
All Girl and Boy Scouts, youth and adults, please come in uniform
to show support for the scouting programs. Troop 172 will coordinate
the ushering at both services. All youth are welcome to help usher.
Please arrive 30 minutes before the service at which you choose to
volunteer.
Troop 172 Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Troop 172 will host their Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday,
February 12th from 8am to 11am. Please join us in the
Fellowship Hall for pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee and juice.
Donations are always accepted. We appreciate your continued support
for Troop 172.
Dayspring Leadership Academy
The Dayspring Leadership Academy is
open for enrollment for 2012!
Whether you are interested in acquiring new leadership skills for
your career, your church life or your leisure activities, the
Dayspring Leadership Academy can bring you insights into the
leadership process.
Planned sessions are:
Sunday, January 22nd, 3pm-5pm Assessing Ourselves for Leadership
Sunday, February 26th, 3pm-5pm Leading Meetings
Sunday, March 25th, 3pm-5pm Leading Groups
Sunday, April 22nd, 3pm-5pm Shepherding and Mentoring
May TBD Next Steps in Leadership
Classes will be led by members of our Dayspring clergy, staff
and laypersons.
Registration is required (but free, of course) and attendance
at all sessions is requested. The class size is limited to 20
persons, so please contact Nan Lawson to register by January 6th at
nklawson21@gmail.com.
Opportunities for Service
Stephen Ministers Care
When was the last time someone really listened to you? We're talking
about that undistracted, full-attention kind of listening. That's one
of the ways Stephen Ministers care for others.
We need Stephen Ministers to care for those who are making that long
journey through the valley of a life crisis. Will you consider
serving in this way?
We will be holding Stephen Ministry informational meetings on Sunday,
February 12, 2012, in room 112 after both first and second services.
For more information, please contact Sally Butler, Elizabeth Winkler
or Liz Alden.
Habitat For Humanity 2012
Build dates for Dayspring UMC are
Saturday, February 4th, and Saturday, March 31st.
There might be a need for volunteers for Saturday, February 18th,
depending on participation by other churches in the Mighty United
Methodist Coalition. We need only 5 volunteers for each build date.
The home is single story, Santa Fe style, which means no pitched roof
or shaky knees! Contact Mark Boyle at
Ruth-Boyle1@cox.net.
Sunday Coffee Volunteers
Steve and Lana Pearson, Sunday coffee coordinators, would like some
volunteers to prepare coffee, etc. each Sunday. If you are able to
help us, please sign up on the sign-up sheet on the coffee/cookie table.
Thanks! We would really appreciate the help.
Dayspring Blood Drive
Dayspring's semi-annual blood drive will be held on Sunday, March 11th
from 8am to 1pm in the Dayspring parking lot.
Look for the sign-up table in the courtyard
on February 26th and March 4th between services only.
Give the gift of life!
A volunteer is needed to coordinate future blood drives.
Please contact Larry Haubrock if you are interested in performing this valuable service.
United Methodist Outreach Ministries
Quilts and Blankets for
Domestic Violence Shelter
Elizabeth and I recently delivered 38 quilts and blankets to UMOM's Shelter.
A group of women led by Susan Oliver has been hard at work to prepare these
quilts and blankets for 56 women and children at the shelter. These are women
and children whose lives should not be filled with such pain and fear that
they seek out a shelter. But they are there, and I am grateful to all the
Dayspring people who have shown you care about these victims.>/p>
The quilting group is continuing to make quilts and blankets. If you want
to be a part of this new and important ministry, call Susan Oliver (see the
Dayspring directory for phone number) for information about the next meeting.
Thanks to all who help!
Chuck Winkler, Domestic Violence Rep Church and Society Ministry Team
What is UMOM?
UMOM meets the needs of homeless and hungry persons in our community, building
a bridge to self sufficiency through unique programs. As a result, men, women
and children are breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Located at
3320 E. Van Buren Street in downtown Phoenix, the New Day Center
is the largest shelter for homeless families in Arizona, providing a home for
over 350 men, women and children each day of the year.
How can I help at Dayspring UMC?
One way to get involved is through the UMOM Sunday Night Meals program at Dayspring.
Dayspring sponsors the evening meal for the UMOM residents for a minimum of 28 Sundays
each year (every Sunday except the first and last Sunday of every month). Dayspring
volunteers prepare and serve the meal for the UMOM residents in the fully equipped
UMOM kitchen. The menu is prearranged and there is a kitchen manager to provide
complete directions to volunteers.
We need help on the following Sundays:
February 12 and 19
March 18
April 8, 15 and 22
May 20
June 10 and 17
July 15 and 22
You would need to be at the center at 3:30 to help cook and would be done by
shortly after six. You can sign up by contacting Carolyn Reid at
csreid1@cox.net.
Other Hands Ministry
Thanks to those of you who stopped by our
table on Ministry Sunday. I hope you all will now have a better
understanding of what this ministry does!!
Due to an ongoing illness,
we are short of "other" hands just now and would really like to add
YOU to our team!!! We need people to help with crafts twice a month,
and are always in need of folks to help the residents of Westchester
play bingo on Saturday mornings. If you can join us please contact
Suzanne Petticrew at suzycrew@cox.net.
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Adult Classes
Explorer's Class
Explorer's Class on "The Traditions and Beliefs of Christianity"
ends today. A new series, "The History of God", based on the best
selling book by biblical scholar, Karen Armstrong, will begin on
Sunday, Feb. 5.
This class will examine the questions "Why does God exist", and
"How have the three dominant monotheistic religions - Judaism,
Christianity, and Islam shaped and altered the conception of God?"
Randy Hamilton will lead this three week study at 9:00am in the
Adult Room. All adults are welcome. Coffee is served.
Adult Bible Study
The class is finishing up the Old Testament, discussing the return
from the Exile. In February, we will be studying the New Testament
beginning with Matthew. If you are interested or have any questions,
contact Cathy Smoot at
cssmoot@cox.net.
Contemporary Issues
This 10:30 Adult Class topic of discussion for the next 4 weeks will be
"Jews and Christians, a Journey of Faith". We will examine the beliefs
and rituals common to Judaism and Christianity and learn how Christianity
and Judaism have defined themselves and developed in close sibling relationship.
Join us in this most interesting journey.
Dayspring Business Directory
The 2011 Dayspring Business Directory, a listing of businesses
that are owned by or employ members of the Dayspring family,
is available on-line (see below).
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many items intended for the bulletin or newsletter appear on this web site
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However, both of these methods have a couple of drawbacks:
They require adherence to a regular schedule (weekly for the bulletin,
monthly for the Koinonikos). Granted, for the great majority of information,
this is not a huge drawback, because there is a natural weekly or monthly
cycle of things happening at Dayspring. But there are occcasions when you
may need something to go out immediately.
They are subject to space limitations. Both the bulletin and Koinonikos
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on the length of items and the depth with which any given topic may be
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