9:00AM/10:30AM Service December 5, 2021 MORE PEOPLE, MORE LIKE CHRIST
Peace
Address: 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85266 Office (480)488-3384 / Fax (480)488-0850 Website: www.deserthills.org Facebook Desert Hills Presbyterian Church (Scottsdale, AZ) page 1
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SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY Sunday December 5, 2021 9:00AM/10:30AM PRELUDE
*CALL TO WORSHIP (based on 1 John 4:9-11) Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader:
This is how God showed His love among us. He sent His one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him. This is love. Not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. Therefore, let us turn to the Lord in meditation upon these truths.
HYMN #199
King of Kings
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (Apostles’ Creed) I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. page 3
*HYMN
#245, v. 2
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
1. O come, Thou Dayspring, come and cheer Our spirits by Thine advent here; Disperse the gloomy clouds of night, And death’s dark shadows put to flight. Refrain Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING PRAYER OF CONFESSION Loving Lord, you love us when we are unlovable, and care for us when we are uncaring toward others, we confess together the sins and shortcomings that damage our relationship with you and others. As silently and by night you did steal into our world long ago in the form of a human baby, so, we pray, while we sit here in silence, steal into our lives in the Spirit of that same Christ. As the dark night was made bright by the light of a star, and a cold stable was made warm by the warmth of your holy presence, so enlighten our dark minds and melt our cold hearts, by coming unto us to share with us the days in which we live; through Christ our Lord. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON
John 3:16-17
Leader: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send his Son into the world to con demn the world, but to save the world through him. All: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God. PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION Spirit of God, speak once again through the Words of Scripture that our listening ears may hear Your voice. Help us to place Your Word in our minds, treasure it in our hearts, choose it with our wills, and live it through our bodies. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen. SCRIPTURE
Isaiah 9:17
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan—The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest as warriors rejoice when dividing the plunder. For as in the day of Midian’s defeat, you have shattered the yoke that burdens them, the bar across their shoulders, the rod of their oppressor. Every warrior’s boot used in battle and every garment rolled in blood will be destined for burning, will be fuel for the fire. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this. Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God! page 4
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. *HYMN #243
His Glorious Name
v. 1 J.S. Anthony vs. 2 Celebration Hymnal
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE
OFFERTORY
Et in terra pax,
And on earth peace.
Gloria in excelsis!
Glory to God in the highest! (repeat)
Et in terra pax (And on Earth, Peace) Chancel Choir And suddenly with the angel There was a multitude of the heavenly host Praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth, peace.”
John Purifoy
Et in terra pax,
And on earth, peace.
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DOXOLOGY #815 OLD HUNDREDTH Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen *PRAYER OF DEDICATION SCRIPTURE
John 15:9-17
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“As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. This is my command: Love each other. SERMON
Keep God’s Word
Rev Jim Noble
THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER (All who profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have been baptized are welcome to partake of the Lord’s Supper. Children who have been baptized and instructed in its meaning are also welcome to partake.)
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*HYMN #648
*BENEDICTION & RESPONSE
Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
Now unto Him
#234
Now unto Him who is able to keep you from falling And to make you stand in His presence blameless and with great joy. To the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Be the glory and the majesty, dominion and authority, Both now and forever. Amen! *POSTLUDE
Passacaglia in G Minor Natalie Mealey, organ
G. Muffat
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TODAY AT DHPC SIGN UP FOR POINSETTIAS We will be decorating our church with poinsettias during the Christmas season. To accommodate both the homebound and in-person congregation, sign-ups for the Christmas poinsettia plants is VIRTUAL and you may access it by using the link below. This link may also be found on the church website and in future eblasts. You may also call the office at (480)488-3384 for assistance.
DHPC CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Classes are held during the 9:00am Sunday worship service. Parents may check-in their children 15 minutes prior to service start times.
HURRY! - POINSETTIA ARE LIMITED TO 60 COST IS $12 per plant
https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/2021ChristmasPoinsettias
PRE-SCHOOL (0-5 years of age) located upstairs in the Sanctuary building
FREE ADVENT DEVOTIONAL DHPC is distributing a FREE Advent Devotional entitled, “25 Days of Advent”. The devotional may be picked up from the table in the narthex and in the Fellowship Center Hall. You are welcome to take one for your family and one for a friend. This is a wonderful family devotion to use during Advent. Copies are also going in homeless hygiene kits, our Troop Care packages and more! Help us share Hope, Love, Joy and Peace with our community! Questions? Contact Bill Billard at billard1@cox.net.
ELEMENTARY (1st-5th grade) located in the FC hallway classrooms Questions? Please contact Chris Haidet, Director of Family & Student Ministries at (480)329-7097 / chaidet@deserthills.org
Sunday’s Flowers are provided by Don & Harriet Basta
12/05 12/12 12/12 1219 12/21 12/24
Upscale Singers Concert Walking Beside - Surviving the Holidays Children & Student Ministry Jingle Jam Event Valley Chamber Chorale Concert Longest Night Service Christmas Eve Services (5pm/7pm/9pm)
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PRAYER REQUESTS Berevement: The family and friends of Martin Van Dyk, George Pasanneli, Bev Bartholemew ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12) HEALING: Beverly North (Susan Reed’s mother), Dennis Meyers (son of John and Mary Denaro), Bob Ronder (10), Bill Allen (3), Tom Purnell (13), Fowler Knight (Tonya Jones’ niece), Hugh Shoults (7), Steve Haver (13), Will Broxterman, Ruth Blakeslee(8) (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number.
MILITARY: Mathew Croteau, Austin Ast, Charles Porter, Kenn Mattson, Ben Williamsz, Wyatt Brennan, Camryn Carson, Austin Hall, Derrick Smith, Ryan Richard, Isaiah Skinner, Isaac Corbett, Hunter Helvie, David Leibold, Chanteal Williams Dotson, Ethan Groce, Clark Benham, Conrad McDermott, Graham Benham, Christopher Bingham, Cade Brennan, Joshua Fielder, Elizabeth Fricker, Gregory Fricker, Joseph Galaviz, Jonathan Gilleland, Cherise (nee Harry) Smallcanyon, Aaron Heinricks, Ryan Leavitt, Ryan Mackiewich, Kate Miller, Jonathan Mulder, Jacob Rath, Jason Rath, Ryan Toomey, Chris Skinner, and Tyrus Smedes. ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER? DO YOU HAVE A JOY TO SHARE? Please submit your prayer request online at deserthills.org or call the DHPC Prayer Hotline (480)757-0700
2022 Altar Flowers The 2022 Altar Flowers sign-up sheet is now available for reservations. You may sign-up using the following link or by calling the church office (480)488-3384. Cost of flowers is $35/Sunday.
https://www.signupgenius.com /go/2022flowerchart
FINANCE Nov 30, 2021 Budget We have received pledged income of 769,401 (93% of budget) from 185 pledging units and $263,510 (88% of budget) of nonpledge offerings, while expenses were $988,353 (76% of budget). At 11/30/21 we had a surplus of $46,305. If you have questions or want more detail, please contact:
2022 Pledge Drive We have received $806,738 in pledges from 162 pledging units. The pledge drive goal is $827,067.
Bobi Tomlon, Controller (480)488-3384 accounting@deserthills.org or Allan Watson, Finance Elder (309)255-2537 allanlw@msn.com
WALKING BESIDE MINISTRY Think of a time when you really felt cared for. Chances are someone focused on what you had to say, was attentive to your needs, and listened to how you felt instead of telling you how you should feel or what you should do. Our Walking Beside Ministry is a ministry of listening. Listening is one of the most powerful ministry tools at our disposal. It demonstrates that you care about the other person. It’s listening in such a way as to be able to feel what someone else is truly feeling. Would you like to have a good listener sit with you for a while? If so, contact Pastor Brett, Pastor Jim, or any one of our team members. Laurann Cook Barb Conti Joe Gilleland Steve Haver Moon Kahn
(714)270-8121 (480)419-8232 (480)575-8406 (602)625-0159 (480)391-2034
Shirley Klein Beverley Keele Marsha Lindquist Thea Miller Sara Ray
(602)881-0936 (843)540-9514 (480)513-1132 (480)620-8632 (480)888-6192
Scripture for December 12 Third Sunday of Advent – Love Matthew 22:34-40 & I John 4:7-21 page 9
We are offering 3 In-Person Candlelight Services in the Sanctuary
5:00pm • 7:00pm • 9:00pm and a Live-Streaming Service at 7:00pm
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
SPONSORED BY Music & Arts Committee
Valley Chamber Chorale
SUNDAY, DEC 19, 4 PM Concert is FREE and ALL are WELCOME!
Concert Celebrate the 2021 Yuletide Season by joining the Valley Chamber Chorale for a presentation of festival music. 2018 marked the 100th anniversary of the first “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” held at King’s College, Cambridge, England on Christmas Eve, 1918. Their program, modeled on the annual event held in the chapel at King’s College, includes choral selections, Advent and Christmas readings, and favorite carols. The Valley Chamber Chorale, led by conductor Dr. Christopher Samuel, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enlightening the community and enriching its culture. The Chorale offers entertaining and educational concerts at a variety of venues throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan area.
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CALENDAR Blue=Zoom Video Meeting Red=Live Stream on YouTube Green=Youth Sunday Dec 5 8:15am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 9:00am Traditional Service (Sanctuary) 9:00am Student Impact 9:00am 9:00am 10:30am 10:30am 4:00pm
(grades 6-12) assist w/ Sunday School (FC #215)
Children’s Worship
(age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms)
Romans 8 Class (Adm. #109) Traditional Service (Sanctuary) Worship (Streaming) Student Ministries Service (FC #209/210 & 214) 5:00pm Upscale Singers Christmas Concert (Sanctuary)
Monday Dec 6 OFFICE CLOSED 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 9:30am Miracles on Monday AA (FC#215) 11:00am Prayer Gathering 2:35pm Tru North Drama Class (FC #210) 6:00pm Personnel Committee (Adm #109) 6:30pm Women’s Bible Study Tuesday Dec 7 8:00am Brainsavers (FC#215) 8:30am McClure Homeschool Group (FC Classrooms) 9:00am Staff Devotions (Sanctuary) 10:00am Brainsavers (FC #215) 10:00am Staff Meeting (Adm #109) 11:00am McClure Homeschool Group (Narthex #1) 2:00pm Hygiene Kit Packing (Basement) 4:00pm Desert Disciples Covenant Group (Adm #109) 5:30pm CODA Mtg. (FC #201) 6:00pm Women’s AA (FC #215) 6:30pm Troop #603 Boy Scouts (FC #216) 6:30pm Worship Committee (Adm #109)
Wednesday Dec 8 7:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm#109) 9:30am Engage Bible Study (FC #215, FC #207 & Sanctuary) 1:00pm Stitches (FC #201) 5:45pm Handbell Choir (Choir Room) 6:00pm The Hangout (FC #216) 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) Thursday Dec 9 8:00am Brainsavers (FC #215) 10:00am Brainsavers (FC #215) 10:00am Women’s Bible Study (Adm #104) 1:30pm NINAZ (FC #215) 3:30pm Discipleship Group (Narthex I) 4:00pm Grief Support Group (FC #216)
PLEASE NOTE NEW OFFICE HOURS: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Closed 9am-4pm 9am-4pm 9am-4pm Closed
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we are short-staffed.
Friday Dec 10 OFFICE CLOSED 8:30am Schaffer Homeschool Group (Children’s Rooms) 10:00am Discipleship Group (Narthex I) 4:00pm Newcomer AA (FC #215) 4:30pm New Beginnings AA (Sanctuary) 5:00pm Yuletide Feaste (FC #216) Saturday Dec 11 8:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm #109) 10:30am Women’s Tea (FC #216) Sunday Dec 12 8:15am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 9:00am Traditional Service (Sanctuary) 9:00am Student Impact
9:00am 9:00am 10:30am 10:30am 11:45am 2:30pm 4:00pm
(grades 6-12) assist w/ Sunday School (FC #215)
Children’s Worship
(age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms)
Romans 8 Class (Adm. #109) Traditional Service (Sanctuary) Worship (Streaming) Troop Care Meeting (Adm #109) Surviving the Holidays (Adm #104) Student Ministry Service (FC#209/210) 6:00pm Jingle Jam Event (FC #216)
Worship Schedule 9:00 am Traditional Worship Sanctuary 10:30 am Traditional Worship Sanctuary & STREAMING Notice: Some of our worship services are regularly video recorded and posted online. If you have a concern, please contact the church office.
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