Welcome to Desert Chapel!
We look forward to worshipping with you today. If you have any
questions, please do not hesitate to ask an usher or greeter, who will be
glad to assist you.
Restrooms, including handicap accessible facilities,
are located on
right (west) side of the sanctuary, and may be entered near either building
entrance door. Additional restrooms are outside the lobby in the education building to the north of the sanctuary
Children Are Welcome and Loved
All children are welcome at Desert Chapel! No matter their age and behavior,
children may attend the full worship service, participate in the Children’s Moments,
and attend Sunday school following worship. We do have a nursery available in
room 3 for the convenience of parents of children up to age 3, and there is a “cry
room” located on the right (west) side of the sanctuary.
Hearing Assistance Devices are available at the sound board at
the back on the left (east) side of the sanctuary. You may also ask an
usher to assist you.
Special Sundays and Celebrations
Hymn Sing ~ Each week, from 8:45—9:00, we sing hymns and
songs from the United Methodist Hymnal and The Faith We Sing
as they are called out by worshippers. Anyone may call out a
song, and any song may be chosen.
Birthdays and Anniversaries ~ On the first Sunday of each
month during hymn sing, we invite (but do not require!) people
who have a birthday or anniversary in that month to stand so we
may celebrate with them.
Noisy Change ~ On the second Sunday of each month, we
collect change which is used to support ministry with youth and
children.
Celebrating the Goodness of God ~ On the third Sunday of
each month, anyone who wishes to tell of something God has
done for them during that month are invited to share.
Greeting and Fellowship time ~ We invite you to spend some
time greeting people you may not know, welcoming them to
church!
2015
MISSIONS CALENDAR
About Worship
Our aim in worship is to glorify and praise God, to learn and to grow, and
to begin to connect with one another. In order to open the way for all to
worship, we use an “order” of worship, which is presented in paper format
and on the projection screen. Worshippers are welcome to follow and
participate in whatever way helps them connect with God. Worshippers
may choose to sing or not sing, sit or stand or kneel, raise hands or keep
them down, open or close their eyes, or assume any posture which
makes sense to them.
Every month our congregation will be focusing on one
particular outreach ministry. We will be collecting items or
money for specific community or church groups, or invite
members to participate in hands on ministry where needed.
For the month of January our outreach ministry
we will be focusing on:
We Share Our Gifts (Offering) - each Sunday, we invite worshippers to
make a monetary gift to the church in grateful response to what God has
done for them, and as a sign of their faith. Guests are welcome to make
such a gift, but are not expected to do so.
Restroom
Closet
Fellowship
Hall
Woeller
Hall
Quilters
Campus Map
In the printed order, there are some abbreviations which give general
direction. They include:
An asterisk (*), which indicates that worshippers are invited to stand as
they are able.
UMH indicates songs or prayers found in “The United Methodist Hymnal”
in the pew pockets.
TFWS indicates songs or prayers found in “The Faith We Sing” in the pew
pockets
NT indicates the page on which a passage of scripture may be found in
the New Testament in the pew Bibles.
OT indicates the page on which a passage of scripture may be found in
the Old Testament in the pew Bibles.
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Ed. Room
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Church
Office
Custodian
Superstition Mountain Elementary (Health Supplies)
Clothes
Greeting One Another ~ Generally worshippers move around the room
and welcome one another, shaking hands and sharing names. All are
encouraged to use this time to welcome someone they do not know.
Passing the Peace ~ Occasionally we will “pass the peace of Christ”
during our communion celebration. This is a symbol of restoring relationships with one another which may be broken, or which may be strong and
celebrated. This comes from Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5, where he instructs us to make peace before offering our gifts … and ourselves … to
God.
“How Soon We Forget”
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462 N Palo Verde Dr.,
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Website: www.desertchapelumc.org
Email: [email protected]
480-982-2259
Rev. Sharon Pajak, Pastor
Lila Deidiker, Church Pianist
Alice Wagaman, Bell Choir
Cynthia Norris, Administrative Assistant
Cry
Room
Choir
Room
Sacristy
Desert Chapel United Methodist Church
Bells
Choir Loft
Map not to scale
Holy Communion
Song During Communion
“What Child is This?
ORDER OF WORSHIP
December 28, 2014
Hymn Sing
*A Time to Respond
“Angels We Have Heard on High”
“Hark the Herald Angels Sing”
“Go Tell It On the Mountain”
Welcome
*Carol
“O Come, All Ye Faithful”
UMH 234
Verses1 & 3
Announcements
Music to Prepare Our Hearts
“We Three Kings”
*A Time of Praise
“Good Christian Friends Rejoice”
“O Little Town of Bethlehem”
“The First Noel”
Joybells
UMH 224, verses 1 & 2
UMH 230, verses 1 & 4
UMH 245, verses 1 - 3
Anthem
A Time for Children
Scripture Reading
*Carol
Message
HEALTH: Renee Spears; Dwight Detlefsen; Connie Cox; Joseph Buttgens; Lew Handeland: Darwin Garcia; Daryl Olmsted; Al Torgerson and Family; Carla Forgey; Storm
& Emmet McNall; Roger & Judy Borey; Marilyn Schulz
PRAISE: Debb Carr; Lila; All Volunteers
“Joy to the World”
Music for Going Forth
“How Great Our Joy”
UMH 246
Lila Deidiker
Calendar for December 28, 2014 through January 3, 2015
Anita Thompson
Monday, December 29
Office Closed
“Angels From the Realms of Glory”
UMH 238, verses 1 & 4
UMH 240, verses 1 & 3
UMH 251
*Blessing
Sunday, December 28
Luke 2:22-40
CANCER: Bob Olson; Donna Caldwell; Sandy; Lorraine Heiselman; Richard VanZandt;
Jan Jones; Arlen Gilbertson; Larry Rugg; Beth Cupp; Richard Poorman; Jo Forrester; Ron
Keith; Mike Bruns; Kurt Givens; Jeff Chapman; Wesley Hathaway; Jim Wilson; Richard
Hathaway; Craig Herrig; Ralcie Ceass; Ray Webb
OTHER REQUEST: Andy; Ronald; Marcy Tennant and Family; All my ship mates
who died on December 7, 1941; Debby: Nancy & Nick E; Don Scott; Jeff; Alice; Nate
Anderson; Denise; Scott Moehnke; Leah Fogione
Chancel Choir
“Run, Shepherds!”
Lila Deidiker
*Sending Forth
L: Go In Peace
P: In the power of the Holy Spirit, we now go forth into the
world to be the people of God, the body of Christ.
*Carol
A Time For Prayer
Choral Call to Prayer
Personal Prayer ~ A time for people to speak with, and listen to,
the Lord
Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer
UMH 895
Choral Response to Prayer
Special Prayers for Those in Need
NT 59
Tuesday, December 30
Office Closed
UMH 220
Wednesday, December 31
10:00 am Pastor’s Bible Study
Office Closed
Rev. Dr. Robert Burns
“How Soon We Forget”
We Share Our Gifts
Invitation to Giving
Isaiah 62:10-11
OT 693
Prayer of Thanksgiving (Unison)
O Lord, the light of your peace shines like the dawn! Give
us eyes of faith so we will see that Christ is present in our
midst. You have covered your people in the finest clothes,
the garments of salvation! Receive these gifts as a sign of
our gratitude and commitment to live into our new reality in
Jesus Christ. We ask this as a people clothed in your Son’s
grace. Amen
Song During Offering
Kathy Bausch & Pat Chapman
“The Birthday of a King”
*Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
UMH 95
Thursday, January 1
Happy New Year!!
Office Closed
Friday, January 2
4:00 pm New Year Pancake Breakfast
Office Closed
Saturday, January 3
9:30 pm Emmaus (Mickey D’s)
3:00 pm Community Feast
JOBS: Kris; Patty; John: Lisa: Marlene
SHUT-INS: Zeke Damrell; Beverly Ruckdashel; Juanita Thorpe; Orlene Remaly;
Olin Ressler, Jean Hetzer, Jessie Mercer
Please write down your prayer requests on a pew or packet card and place in
the offering plate to keep us updated. Prayer requests are reviewed and removed from the list every 30-60 days, but can be resubmitted. Please contact
the church office to place someone on the prayer chain.
Outreach and Service Opportunities
Apache Junction Health Center - On the Second Sunday of each month
and on the fifth Sunday (4 times per year) we lead worship at Apache
Junction Health Center. Lead by Bob Olson, most volunteers simply sing,
help find pages and visit with the residents. If you are interested in helping you may sign up in the Lobby or contact Bob Olson @ 480-986-9822.
Church Fund Raiser! Help our church by purchasing Gift Cards to various Retailers. Gift cards are available for purchase. For more information you may contact Rose Ross for more information at 480-6715795.
Happy New Year
Pancake SUPPER
Clothing Closet - Each Saturday we give away clothing, toiletries and
other necessities to people in need. Donations are accepted as well—
see the bulletin board for current needs!
Friday, January 2, 2015
in Fellowship Hall
Second Mile Giving
We have recently received many requests for assistance, many more
than we can meet with our current cash flow, always at it's lowest in September. As we discussed these needs in Church Council, we realized
that many folks may not know about our "Pastor's Discretionary
Fund." This is the fund we use to help people with things like electric
bills, gasoline, rent, and more. It is only funded when someone makes a
donation (as donations were made in memory of Pat Edwards last winter). It is not a part of the general fund, and help can only be given when
there is money in the account. If you would like to make a one time donation, or even a small monthly donation over and above your regular giving, we can bless even more people in need. Simply place your donation
Come join us and bring friends for a Pancake Supper to celebrate
the New Year from 4:00-6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2015 in
Fellowship Hall. Two eggs cooked the way you want, link sausages, apple sauce, coffee or juice and all you can eat pancakes
for $3.50 per person.
Anyone can give an endowment gift. Any size gift may be made as an
endowment. You may do this now or as part of your estate plan.
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MILITARY: Military Families; Tony
Adult /Christian Education Opportunities
Adult /Christian Education Opportunities
Adult /Christian Education Opportunities
Friendship Bible Study – meeting in classroom 1 on Sundays at
10:30, this class is using the Adult Bible Studies curriculum.
Facilitated by Naida and Frank Pino.
Friendship Bible Study – meeting in classroom 1 on Sundays at
10:30, this class is using the Adult Bible Studies curriculum.
Facilitated by Naida and Frank Pino.
Friendship Bible Study – meeting in classroom 1 on Sundays at
10:30, this class is using the Adult Bible Studies curriculum.
Facilitated by Naida and Frank Pino.
“Fools for Christ” – A Drama Club which will create and present
skits, short plays and videos, either during worship or during
special times. Everyone is welcome to join us! Facilitated by Al
Pajak in the Room 2 on Sundays at 10:30.
“Fools for Christ” – A Drama Club which will create and present
skits, short plays and videos, either during worship or during
special times. Everyone is welcome to join us! Facilitated by Al
Pajak in the Room 2 on Sundays at 10:30.
“Fools for Christ” – A Drama Club which will create and present
skits, short plays and videos, either during worship or during
special times. Everyone is welcome to join us! Facilitated by Al
Pajak in the Room 2 on Sundays at 10:30.
Open Prayer—Monday evenings at 5:30 pm in the lobby. Facilitated by Cindy Kadey and Pat Wagaman.
Open Prayer—Monday evenings at 5:30 pm in the lobby. Facilitated by Cindy Kadey and Pat Wagaman.
Open Prayer—Monday evenings at 5:30 pm in the lobby. Facilitated by Cindy Kadey and Pat Wagaman.
Explore Together – meeting in the Choir Room on Tuesdays at
6:30, this on-going group looks in-depth at the scriptures for the
coming Sunday, seeking to go deeper in faith and understanding.
With
fellowship and prayer components, this class is open to
anyone who wants to learn, no matter the age! Facilitated by
Pastor Sharon.
Explore Together – meeting in the Choir Room on Tuesdays at
6:30, this on-going group looks in-depth at the scriptures for the
coming Sunday, seeking to go deeper in faith and understanding.
With
fellowship and prayer components, this class is open to
anyone who wants to learn, no matter the age! Facilitated by
Pastor Sharon.
Explore Together – meeting in the Choir Room on Tuesdays at
6:30, this on-going group looks in-depth at the scriptures for the
coming Sunday, seeking to go deeper in faith and understanding.
With
fellowship and prayer components, this class is open to
anyone who wants to learn, no matter the age! Facilitated by
Pastor Sharon.
Pastor’s Bible Study – meeting in room 1 on Wednesdays at
10:00 a.m., we are going chapter by chapter through the books of
Acts. Join us for an in-depth look at the books of the Bible.
Facilitated by Pastor Sharon.
Pastor’s Bible Study – meeting in room 1 on Wednesdays at
10:00 a.m., we are going chapter by chapter through the books of
Acts. Join us for an in-depth look at the books of the Bible.
Facilitated by Pastor Sharon.
Pastor’s Bible Study – meeting in room 1 on Wednesdays at
10:00 a.m., we are going chapter by chapter through the books of
Acts. Join us for an in-depth look at the books of the Bible.
Facilitated by Pastor Sharon.
Bible and Bread – meeting at Mickey D’s Café (2 blocks east of
Ironwood on the north side of the street – NOT McDonald’s!), we
gather at 11:00 on Thursdays for lively conversation on the book
of Revelations. Facilitated by Pastor Sharon – everyone is on
their own nickel!
Bible and Bread – meeting at Mickey D’s Café (2 blocks east of
Ironwood on the north side of the street – NOT McDonald’s!), we
gather at 11:00 on Thursdays for lively conversation on the book
of Revelations. Facilitated by Pastor Sharon – everyone is on
their own nickel!
Bible and Bread – meeting at Mickey D’s Café (2 blocks east of
Ironwood on the north side of the street – NOT McDonald’s!), we
gather at 11:00 on Thursdays for lively conversation on the book
of Revelations. Facilitated by Pastor Sharon – everyone is on
their own nickel!
Youth Group is on Sunday's at Desert Chapel UMC in Woeller
Hall from 5:00-7:00 pm for youth 6th to 12th grades. Free dinner
included! For more information please contact Marie Andrie at
[email protected]
Youth Group is on Sunday's at Desert Chapel UMC in Woeller
Hall from 5:00-7:00 pm for youth 6th to 12th grades. Free dinner
included! For more information please contact Marie Andrie at
[email protected]
Youth Group is on Sunday's at Desert Chapel UMC in Woeller
Hall from 5:00-7:00 pm for youth 6th to 12th grades. Free dinner
included! For more information please contact Marie Andrie at
[email protected]
Age Level Sunday School as follows:
 Age 4 through 2nd grade—room 8
 Grades 3—5—room 5
 Grades 6—12 (youth) - Woeller Hall/Rm. 9
Age Level Sunday School as follows:
 Age 4 through 2nd grade—room 8
 Grades 3—5—room 5
 Grades 6—12 (youth) - Woeller Hall/Rm. 9
Age Level Sunday School as follows:
 Age 4 through 2nd grade—room 8
 Grades 3—5—room 5
 Grades 6—12 (youth) - Woeller Hall/Rm. 9
Every Saturday in Fellowship Hall
3 to 5 PM
Everyone Welcome
Church Goers, Visitors and Community
Every Saturday in Fellowship Hall
3 to 5 PM
Everyone Welcome
Church Goers, Visitors and Community
Every Saturday in Fellowship Hall
3 to 5 PM
Everyone Welcome
Church Goers, Visitors and Community