Extravagant Hospitality by JennySW

Welcome to “Preparing the Table” It is with grateful hearts that we come to this year’s annual conference. We stand in holy memory of those who dreamed twenty-five years ago of a conference in the Desert Southwest. We are grateful to God and to those who responded to the abundant grace and invitation of Jesus Christ to continue the work of building God’s Kingdom in this place and time. We are grateful for the ways that God continues to go before us, preparing the abundant table of extravagant hospitality where all are invited to feast. Our quadrennial theme for the Desert Southwest Conference is “¡Extravagant Hospitality. . . God’s Abundant Grace!” The sub-theme for 2009 is “Preparing the Table”, where we will be exploring the ways in which God prepares the way for us all to come and feast as one body in one spirit. We have designed the worship services to celebrate God’s prevenient grace, reminding us that it is God who prepares and calls us to the table of plenty. We are excited to welcome as our Annual Conference Preacher Bishop Gregory Vaughn Palmer, the chair of the Council of Bishops. He will be preaching at our opening Memorial Service on Thursday morning, our Service of Retirement, Ordination and Commissioning on Saturday evening, and our Closing Worship on Sunday morning. We also welcome Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R., Distinguished Professor of Old Testament at Denver Seminary, as our Annual Conference Bible Study Leader. He will be bringing us insight into the ways that the Bible describes God’s table preparations for the sojourner in particular and the ways that we are called to follow in that traditional practice. His reflections this week will be grounded in the ancient practice of the Daily Office. The Daily Office is a means of connecting with other Christians across time and space through specific prayers, singing or reciting of the Psalms, reflecting on the Word, and praying for the needs of others at morning (matens), midday (sext), evening (vespers), and night (compline). There are many resources available to guide us in the Daily Office (sometimes called the Divine Hours), including Upper Room Worshipbook, The United Methodist Hymnal, and The United Methodist Book of Worship, as well as books designed specifically for this prayer practice. During this annual conference session, we will be joining in Midday Prayer on Thursday and Morning Prayer on Friday and Saturday. Let us enter into this time with one another and with our God who has prepared and who continues to prepare extravagant hospitality and abundant grace. Pax Cristi, Rev. Scott Ritchey and Rev. Jennifer K. Smith Chairs, Conference Worship Team

Bishop Gregory Vaughn Palmer Conference Preacher

Bishop Gregory Vaughn Palmer was assigned as Episcopal leader of the Illinois Area of The United Methodist Church September 1, 2008. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, Bishop Palmer is a “child of the church,” the son of the Rev. and Mrs. Herbert E. and Charlotte Sue Hewitt Palmer. Bishop Palmer’s father is a retired United Methodist pastor; his mother (now deceased) was a school teacher in the Philadelphia Public School system. Rev. Herbert Palmer and his wife Peggy reside in Philadelphia. Bishop Palmer received his undergraduate degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and his master’s of divinity degree from Duke Divinity School, Durham, NC. Baldwin-Wallace College, Iowa Wesleyan College and Simpson College have all awarded him honorary degrees. Ordained a deacon and probationary member in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference in 1977, Palmer was ordained an elder in full connection in the East Ohio Conference in 1981. His pastoral career includes pastorates at Granville-Vance UMC and Durham Asbury Temple UMC in North Carolina; East Glennville UMC and Werner UMC in Cleveland, Ohio; James S. Thomas UMC in Canton, Ohio; and the United Methodist Church of Berea, Berea, Ohio. Palmer also served as district superintendent of the Youngstown District of the East Ohio Conference. In 2000, Palmer was elected to the episcopacy by the North Central Jurisdictional Conference. He was assigned to the Iowa Area where he served until assuming responsibilities in the Illinois Area. Bishop Palmer served the past quadrennium as president of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry and is currently president of the Council of Bishops. Bishop Palmer and his wife of 32 years, Cynthia, are the parents of two grown children: Monica, a middle school special education teacher in Charlotte, NC, and Aaron, who is employed at Impact Technologies in Charlotte, NC. Mrs. Palmer is an honors graduate in religion of Duke University. She is a Senior Sales Director with Mary Kay Cosmetics. She has served as a Director of Christian Education and as staff of several Community Action Agencies focused on Welfare to Work projects. She is an outstanding student and teacher of the scriptures and has a strong interest in women’s leadership development.

Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R.

Conference Bible Study Leader Dr. M. Daniel Carroll Rodas, who celebrates his heritage from both Guatemala and the United States, joined the faculty of Denver Seminary in 1996. He currently is Distinguished Professor of Old Testament. He is affiliated with the Evangelical Theological Society, Institute of Biblical Research, Society of Biblical Literature, Society for Old Testament Study (Great Britain), Fraternidad Teológica Latinoamericana, Latin American Studies Association, and Evangelicals for Social Action. He serves on the international editorial boards of Religion & Theology (South Africa) and DavarLogos (Argentina), is a contributing editor to Prism (the journal of Evangelicals for Social Action), and is an editorial consultant for Perspectivas (of the Hispanic Theological Initiative) and Ex Auditu. Dr. Carroll earned a Ph.D. from the University of Sheffield, England, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a B.A. from Rice University. Prior to his appointment to Denver Seminary, he was professor of Old Testament and ethics and director of graduate studies at El Seminario Teológico Centroamericano in Guatemala City, Guatemala. He remains an adjunct professor there. Dr. Carroll also maintains connections to Latin American theological education through his continuing participation in the accreditation commission of AETAL (Asociación Evangélica de Educación Teológica en América Latina). He was instrumental in the establishment of IDEAL (Instituto para el Desarrollo y Adiestramiento de Líderes), a Spanish language training program at Denver Seminary, and regularly teaches in that program. He has authored Contexts for Amos: Prophetic Poetics in Latin American Perspective and Amos–The Prophet and His Oracles: Research on the Book of Amos. He has edited Rethinking Context, Rereading Texts: Contributions from the Social Sciences to Biblical Interpretation and Theory and Practice in Old Testament Ethics. Besides co-editing five other books, most recently Character Ethics and the Old Testament: Moral Dimensions of Scripture, Dr. Carroll has contributed to several dictionaries and two one-volume commentaries. He has published articles in Spanish and English language journals, including Kairós, Bulletin for Biblical Research, Tyndale Bulletin, Trinity Journal, Biblical Interpretation, Journal of Latin American Theology, and Religion & Theology. Presently he is working on a major commentary on Amos for the New International Commentary on the Old Testament, and a translator’s guide on Amos in Spanish for the United Bible Societies. His latest book, Christians at the Border: Immigration, the Church and the Bible is a biblical-theological orientation to Hispanic immigration and was recently translated into Spanish. Dr. Carroll has been married to Joan for 32 years. They have two grown sons: Matthew (26) and Adam (24). 5

Rev. Ginger Howl, Conference Music Leader Wes Howl, Conference Accompanist Wes and Ginger Howl have worked together in The United Methodist Church for over 40 years. Ginger is an ordained deacon in full connection and a retired member of the Oklahoma Conference. Wes is a retired high school guidance counselor and church organist. Ginger’s most recent appointment was First United Methodist Church, Stillwater, Oklahoma, where Wes also served as organist. Ginger is active in the leadership of the Upper Room Academy for Spiritual Formation. She is currently serving on her fifth Two-Year Academy team at Mercy Center in Burlingame, California. She has also led the worship and music at a number of Five-Day Academies, including two at Picture Rocks in Tucson. Wes often plays for the Academy worship services. He has played for several Five-Day Academies in Arizona. Ginger was a consultant and contributor to the latest edition of the Upper Room Worshipbook. She was a reader for the 1989 edition of The United Methodist Hymnal. She has also served as guest editor for Alive Now! Through the course of her ministry, Ginger has been a Consecrated Lay Worker, a Diaconal Minister, and ultimately an Ordained Deacon. During her years as a Diaconal Minister she served as Chair of the Board of Diaconal Ministry for the Oklahoma Conference. After ordination, she was the first head of the Order of Deacons in the Oklahoma Conference. She has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Oklahoma State University, and has done further study at Perkins and Iliff seminaries. Wes and Ginger live in Stillwater, Oklahoma. They have two adult children and two grandchildren. Their son is a second grade teacher. Their daughter is a woodworker.

Morning Watch Thursday, June 25, 2009 7:00 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Courtyard Prayer O most merciful God, Incline your loving ears to our prayers, And illuminate the hearts Of those called by you, With the grace of the Holy Spirit, That they may be enabled Worthily to minister to your mysteries, And to love you With an everlasting love, And to attain everlasting joys; Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (Charlemagne, in Personal Prayers of Christians Through the Centuries, compiled by David Schubert)

Scripture

Genesis 18:1-8

Meditation In an age where so much is mass-produced, it is often difficult to find outlets where individuals can express their personalities. The art of cooking is one of the few remaining means of self-expression. More people are discovering it as a way of providing valuable relief from the overdrive pace of the world. This is especially so in the case of those who live on their own. Tired of crowded, smoky restaurants where good food and conversation is the exception rather than the rule, tired of one-way conversations over frozen dinners, they are turning to cooking as a fun hobby which they can practice to feed themselves and entertain their friends. Turning to one of the thousands of cookbooks currently on the market, one is often overwhelmed and frightened away because there do not seem to be books devoted to the beginner, who often dines alone or with one other person, who hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the slightest knowledge of where to start and what to buy, and wants occasionally to entertain his friends on a modest scale. Perhaps the bachelor I am talking about is you. This book will change your attitudes about cooking and, with a little effort, a lot of patience, and a sense of adventure, you will come up with meals that are just as tasty as those in the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest restaurants. Of course the atmosphere cannot be duplicated, but you can 7

come close, experimenting with your own table settings, mood music, and décor to create your own individual touch for dining. And do not be afraid of mistakes; many great cooks have created meals that were far short of perfect. But the successes far outweigh the failures; remember that. One other important thing to remember is that food has feelings. If you treat food well it will taste better. Spend a little extra time fussing over your meal preparation and you will be amazed at the taste, not to mention the compliments from your guests. (Brian H. Kanee in How to Boil Water: A Bachelor’s Guide to Cooking)

Questions for Reflection How did Abraham and Sarah prepare the table for their unexpected guests? Why did they do this?

When have we prepared a table for unexpected guests?

How is our preparing for worship like preparing a tasty meal for guests?

How do we provide extravagant hospitality in our churches? Closing Prayer Lord, it is true. Let it be done to me as you say. May your truth teach me, guard me and keep me until I arrive at my salvation. Let your truth free me from every wrong feeling and every confused thought, and I shall walk with you in great freedom of heart. (Thomas a’Kempis in The Imitation of Christ)

A Service of Remembrance Thursday, June 25, 2009 9:00 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center GATHERING Sounding the Shofar *Processional Refrain: Come to the feast of heaven and earth! Come to the table of plenty! God will provide for all that we need, here at the table of plenty.

Rev. Dan Hurlbert Desert Skies UMC, Tucson, AZ “Table of Plenty”

O come and sit at my table where saints and sinners are friends. I wait to welcome the lost and lonely to share the cup of my love.

Refrain

O come and eat without money; come to drink without price. My feast of gladness will feed your spirit with faith and fullness of life. Refrain My bread will ever sustain you through days of sorrow and woe. My wine will flow like a sea of gladness to flood the depths of your soul. Refrain Your fields will flower in fullness; your homes will flourish in peace. For I, the giver of home and harvest, will send my rain on the soil. Refrain ©1992, Daniel L. Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Greeting

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. We gather this morning to taste and see God’s grace and goodness. We celebrate a common ministry that is twenty-five years strong. We give thanks for the ones who have gone before us and made it easier for us to live the life of faith. We remember Rev. Roland Brammeier, Rev. Ruben Carrico, Rev. Kent Douglass, Rev. Dale Dunbar, Ruth Fraley, Rev. Ed Grant, Jr., Rev. Harry Long, Rev. Loren Ridge, Marilyn Stout, Jack Tang, Morgan Thornton, and Jule Yim. We rejoice for the ways in which they lived out their baptismal call. As we enter into this time of worship, we offer our praise for all of God’s abundant gifts — bread to empower our bodies, water to renew our baptism, beauty to quicken our pulse, hope to enlarge our vision, love to link our lives, laughter to soften our wounds, passion to shape our maybes, and community to face our fears. 9

Renewal of Baptism and Sprinkling Rite Pour out your Holy Spirit, that as we died and rose again in the waters of baptism, we may preach good news to the poor, proclaim release to the captives, and set at liberty those who are oppressed. Pour out your Holy Spirit on us now, enlighten us with your wisdom, and renew our call to ministry, strengthening us for loving service. We ask this through Christ our liberator. Amen. The bishops and cabinet sprinkle the congregation as the hymn is sung: “At the Font We Start Our Journey” At the font we start our journey, in the Easter faith baptized; doubts and fears no longer blind us, by the light of Christ surprised. Alleluia! Alleluia! Hope held out and realized. At the pulpit we are fashioned by the Easter tale retold into witnesses and prophets, by the power of Christ made bold. Alleluia! Alleluia! Faith proclaimed, yet still untold. At the altar we are nourished with the Easter gift of bread; in our breaking it to pieces see the love of Christ outspread. Alleluia! Alleluia! Life embraced, yet freely shed. At the door we are commissioned, now the Easter victory’s won, to restore a world divided to the peace of Christ as one. Alleluia! Alleluia! Easter’s work must still be done. Words: Jeffery Rowthorn (Acts 10:36-43; Col. 3:15) Music: John Goss. Words © 1991 Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

Opening Prayer Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño Let us pray: O God of generous love and abundant grace, how good it is to sing your praises. We give you thanks for your extravagant hospitality — a welcome that is unconditional. You prepare a table for the faithful and those of little faith, for the weak and the strong, the hungry and the satisfied, the peacemakers and the sword bearers, the afflicted and the comfortable. Your steadfast love and gracious acceptance has been known in all generations; and we celebrate that love and acceptance today. Prepare our hearts anew to hear your healing and transforming word. We ask this in the name of Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen. PROCLAMATION AND RESPONSE Old Testament Reading

Kelly Deyoe St. Mark’s UMC, Tucson, AZ Isaiah 49:1, 8-13

Leader: People: 10

The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 23

“Shepherd Me, O God”

RESPONSE:

Verses sung by cantor:

God is my shepherd, so nothing shall I want, I rest in the meadows of faithfulness and love, I walk by the quiet waters of peace. R Gently you raise me and heal my weary soul, you lead me by pathways of righteousness and truth, my spirit shall sing the music of your name. R Though I should wander the valley of death, I fear no evil, for you are at my side, your rod and your staff, my comfort and my hope.

You have set me a banquet of love in the face of hatred, crowning me with love beyond my power to hold. R Surely your kindness and mercy follow me all the days of my life; I will dwell in the house of my God forevermore. R Words: Marty Haugen (Ps. 23) Music: Marty Haugen ©1986 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A715075.

New Testament Reading

Connie Hegeman Sierra Vista UMC, Sierra Vista, AZ Philippians 1:2-11

Leader: People:

The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

*Gospel Acclamation

Music: Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker. Music ©1985 Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker, admin. by OCP Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Gospel Reading

Robin Collins Green Valley UMC, Henderson, NV Matthew 9:9-13

Leader: People:

The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

Sermon

Bishop Gregory V. Palmer

Act of Remembrance

Rev. Candace Lansberry, North District Superintendent Rev. Gary Kennedy, Central West District Superintendent Rev. Michael Pearson, South District Superintendent Rev. Sharon Ragland, Central East District Superintendent

As the name of each of the honored dead is read aloud, the family stands and a statement is read about how the person experienced and shared God’s abundant grace and hospitality. A plate representing God’s abundant grace will be presented to the family, as the congregation responds with prayer and song.

RESPONSE:

“For All the Saints”, verse 4

O blest communion, fellowship divine! We feebly struggle, they in glory shine; yet all are one in thee, for all are thine. Alleluia, Alleluia. Words: William W. How, 1864 (Heb. 12:1) Music: Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906

Rev. Roland Brammeier R Rev. Ruben Carrico R Rev. Russell Kent Douglass R 12

Rev. Dale Dunbar Ruth Fraley R Rev. Ed Grant, Jr. Rev. Harry Long Rev. Loren Ridge Marilyn Stout R Jack Tang R Morgan Thornton Jule Yim R

R R R R R

Offering

Rev. Sharon Ragland Our offering this morning will go to the Youth Service Fund.

The Youth Service Fund is a unique ministry because it is completely by, with, and for youth. Youth contribute the money. Youth decide what projects receive the money. And the projects supported are youth-designed, youth-led, and benefit youth.

Offertory *Hymn and Presentation of Gifts

Wes Howl “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty”

The family and friends of Rev. Harry Long bring in the gifts. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! O my soul, praise him, for he is thy health and salvation! All ye who hear, now to his temple draw near; join me in glad adoration! Praise to the Lord, who o’er all things so wondrously reigning bears thee on eagle’s wings, e’er in this keeping maintaining. God’s care enfolds all, whose true good he upholds. Hast thou not known his sustaining? Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee; surely his goodness and mercy here daily attend thee. Ponder anew what the Almighty can do, who with his love doth befriend thee. Praise to the Lord, who doth nourish thy life and restore thee, fitting thee well for the tasks that are ever before thee. Then to thy need God as a mother doth speed, spreading the wings of grace o’er thee.

Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore him! All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before him! Let the amen sound from his people again; gladly forever adore him. Words: Joachim Neander, 1680; sts. 1, 3, 5 trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1863 st. 2 by S. Paul Schilling, 1986; st. 4 by Rupert E. Davies, 1983 (Ps. 103:1-6, 150) Music: Erneuerten Gesangbuch, 1665; harm. by William Sterndale Bennett, 1864. Trans. sts. 2 and 4 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

THANKSGIVING AND COMMUNION Invitation

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño

Prayer of Confession We have not believed you or trusted in your power. Lord, help our unbelief. We have stained our souls by our action and inaction. Cleanse us, Lord. We are broken by disease, bruised by the sins of others, weakened and unable to repair ourselves. Heal us, Lord. We ignore your call to center our lives in you, and so are deaf to the hopes and cries of the poor, the sick, the needy, and the earth. Ground us, Lord! When we confess our sinful ways, God abundantly pardons. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are all forgiven. Glory to God! Amen. Sharing the Peace of Christ By one Spirit we are all baptized into the one body. Let us then pursue the things that make for peace and build up our common life. The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be always with you! And also with you. Let us now greet one another with the sign of peace. The Great Thanksgiving

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño Bishop Elías Galván Bishop Gregory V. Palmer Rev. Shirley Wells, Retired Rev. Andrea Andress, Paradise Valley UMC, Paradise Valley, AZ

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. 14

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is right, that we should always and everywhere give thanks to you, almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who rose victorious from the dead and comforts us with the blessed hope of everlasting life. And so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

Holy are you, and blessed is your Son Jesus Christ. By the baptism of his suffering, death, and resurrection you gave birth to your Church, delivered us from slavery to sin and death, and made with us a new covenant by water and the Spirit. When the Lord Jesus ascended, he promised to be with us always in the power of your Word and Holy Spirit. On the night in which he gave himself up for us, he took bread, gave thanks to you, broke the bread, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” When the supper was over he took the cup, gave thanks to you, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Drink from this, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, poured out for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” 15

And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ’s offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Pour our your Holy Spirit on us, gathered here, and on these gifts of bread and wine. Make them be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the body of Christ, redeemed by his blood. By your Spirit make us one with Christ, one with each other, and one in communion with all your saints, especially Roland, Ruben, Kent, Dale, Ruth, Ed, Harry, Loren, Marilyn, Jack, Morgan, and Jule, and all those most dear to us, whom we now remember in the silence of our hearts. A time of silence for remembrance. Finally, by your grace, bring them and all of us to that table where your saints feast for ever in your heavenly home. Through your Son Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in your holy Church, all honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and for ever.

The Lord’s Prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be thy name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. 16

Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. Breaking the Bread Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, because we all partake of the one loaf. The bread which we break is a sharing in the body of Christ. The cup over which we give thanks is a sharing in the blood of Christ. “Lamb of God #2” “(Agnus Dei)” Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, have mercy on us. Bread of life and saving cup, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, have mercy on us. Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, and grant us your peace. Words: from the Mass. Music: Michael Joncas (The Psallite Mass) ©1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense. net #A-715075.

Sharing the Bread and Cup “Pan de Vida” Refrain / Estribillo:

Pan de Vida, cuerpo del Señor, cup of blessing, blood of Christ the Lord. At this table the last shall be first. Poder es servir, porque Dios es amor.

1. We are the dwelling of God, fragile and wounded and weak. We are the body of Christ, called to be the compassion of God. Refrain

1. Somos el templo de Dios, frágiles seres humanos. Somos el cuerpo de Cristo. llamados a ser compasivos. Estribillo

2. You call me Teacher and Lord; I, who have washed your feet. So you must do as I do, so the greatest must become the least. Refrain

2. Ustedes me llaman “Señor”. Me inclino a lavarles los pies. Hagan lo mismo, humildes, sirviéndose unos a otros. Estribillo

3. There is no Jew or Greek; there is no slave or free; there is no woman or man; only heirs of the promise of God. Refrain

3. No hay esclavos ni libres, no hay mujeres ni hombres, sólo aquellos que heredan el reino que Dios prometió. Estribillo

Text: Based on John 13:1-15; Galatians 3:28-29; Bob Hurd and Pia Moriarty. Spanish adapt. by Jaime Cortez, Magali Jerez, Elena García and Gustavo Castillo. Text and music ©1988, 1995, 1999, Bob Hurd and Pia Moriarty. Published by OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

“In Remembrance of Me“ In remembrance of me, eat this bread. In remembrance of me, drink this wine. In remembrance of me, pray for the time when God’s own will is done. In remembrance of me, heal the sick. In remembrance of me, feed the poor. In remembrance of me, open the door and let your neighbors in, let them in. Take, eat, and be comforted; drink and remember, too, that this is my body and precious blood shed for you, shed for you. In remembrance of me, search for truth. In remembrance of me, always love. In remembrance of me, don’t look above, but in your heart, look for God. do this in remembrance of me. Words: Ragan Courtney (Matt. 6:10; 1 Cor. 11:23-25) Music: Buryl Red. ©1972 Broadman Press, assigned to Van Ness Press, Inc. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

“As We Gather“ As we gather at your table, as we listen to your word, help us know, O God, your presence; let our hearts and minds be stirred. Nourish us with sacred story till we claim it as our own; teach us through this holy banquet how to make Love’s victory known. Turn our worship into witness in the sacrament of life; send us forth to love and serve you, bringing peace where there is strife. Give us, Christ, your great compassion to forgive as you forgave; may we still behold your image in the world you died to save. Gracious Spirit, help us summon other guests to share that feast where triumphant love will welcome those who had been last and least. There no more will envy blind us nor will pride our peace destroy, as we join with saints and angels to repeat the sounding joy. Words: Carl P. Daw, Jr. Music: Skinner Chávez-Melo. Words ©1989 Hope Publishing Co.; music ©1985 Skinner Chávez-Melo All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

Prayer after Communion Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño We give thanks, O God, because in your own free gift of love you have reached out to us. You have refreshed us at your table, touched our deepest needs, and called us to a life shared in memory and hope. Send us forth with courage and joy in the name of Jesus Christ, that we, too, may become bread and peace for one another and the world. Amen. SENDING FORTH *Recessional

“Canticle of the Turning”

My soul cries out with a joyful shout that the God of my heart is great, and my spirit sings of the wondrous things that you bring to the ones who wait. You fixed your sight on your servant’s plight, and my weakness you did not spurn, so from east to west shall my name be blest. Could the world be about to turn? Refrain: My heart shall sing of the day you bring. Let the fires of your justice burn. Wipe away all tears, for the dawn draws near, and the world is about to turn! Though I am small, my God, my all, you work great things in me, and your mercy will last from the depths of the past to the end of the age to be. Your very name puts the proud to shame, and to those who would for you yearn, you will show your might, put the strong to fight, for the world is about to turn. Refrain From the halls of power to the fortress tower, not a stone will be left on stone. Let the king beware for your justice tears every tyrant from his throne. The hungry poor shall weep no more, for the food they can never earn; there are tables spread, every mouth be fed, for the world is about to turn. Refrain Though the nations rage from age to age, we remember who holds us fast: God’s mercy must deliver us from the conqueror’s crushing grasp. This saving word that our forebears heard is the promise which holds us bound till the spear and rod can be crushed by God, who is turning the world around. Refrain Words: Rory Cooney (Luke 1:46-55), Music: Trad. Irish; adapt. Rory Cooney. Words and adapt. ©1990 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

*Benediction To a world filled with lies; May we bring the truth of God. To a world filled with ignorance, May we bring the wisdom of God.

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño

To a world filled with darkness, May we bring the light of God. To a world filled with tragedy, May we bring the hope of God. To a world filled with hate May we bring the love of God. To a world filled with emptiness of self, May we bring the fullness of God. As we leave this time of worship, Let us bring God to every place we go. Amen.

Dismissal to Clergy and Lay Sessions Laity remain in the Media Center Clergy meet in Cira A-C Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl Communion bread provided by the Faiana Prescott family

Rev. Roland William Brammeier

November 26, 1937 – March 26, 2009 Brammeier, Roland (P.60; F.62)(U.Nebraska Wesleyan 59)(S.Iliff 61) DSW 97 Phoenix: Christ 99 Sun City: Lakeview UMC 08 R’d

Roland William Brammeier, United Methodist minister and community activist, began life November 26, 1937, in Syracuse, Nebraska, and celebrated death with his family at his side, March 26, 2009, at Arrowhead Hospital in Glendale, AZ. He was the son of Roland Henry and Ann Marie Brammeier. Roland had a unique ability to inspire, motivate, and empower others to tackle social issues and provide for those in need. He did so with infectious joy and a sense of humor that will always be remembered. As founding director of Tucson Metropolitan Ministries in the mid 1970s, he was instrumental in developing a multitude of social programs that continues to serve the Tucson community today. His pastorates included churches in Colorado, Nebraska, Arizona and California. He was District Superintendent of the Los Angeles District of The United Methodist Church from 1985-1989. The past ten years he shepherded the Lakeview United Methodist Church in Sun City, Arizona, and at the time of his death he was employed by the United Methodist Outreach Ministries in downtown Phoenix. Roland graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska, and Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado. He was the recipient of numerous awards for his work in the community including, Man of the Year in Tucson, Arizona, Bishop’s Award for Leadership, Arizona Social Worker of the Year, the Nebraska Wesleyan University Achievement Award, Iliff School of Theology Alumnus of the Year. He is survived by Jerre, his wife of almost 50 years, son Matthew and wife Cynthia, son Mark and wife Andrea, foster daughter Linda Wingate, and grandchildren Clayton, Miranda, Jack, and Brittany; brother Bob and sister-in-law Brenda, sister-in-law Jackie, and a multitude of family and friends that grieve, yet celebrate his life. Mrs. Jerre Brammeier Wife

Rev. Ruben Gutierrez Carrico Sr.

March 6, 1932 – November 11, 2008 Carrico, Ruben (P.67; F.69)(U.TX Wesleyan 63)(S.Perkins 67) Rio Grande 54 Uvalde-Sabinal: La Divina Trinidad 55 Georgetown: Getsemani 56 Houston: El Buen Pastor 64 (May 2) Dallas: Emmanuel DSW 69 (Aug 15) Phx: Primera Iglesia Metodista Unida 02 R’d

Ruben was born in Tucson, Arizona, on March 6, 1932, into a Methodist family. His grandmother was one of the founding members of the Latin American Methodist Church in Tucson. Ruben was a child full of energy, with many gifts and great dreams. It was during his adolescent years that he became very involved in the Latin American Methodist Church in Tucson. Rev. Camarena saw the many gifts that Ruben had and took a special interest in him, mentored, nurtured his spiritual life, and helped him to discern God’s call into the ordained ministry. Ruben attended the Lydia Patterson Institute (El Paso, TX) and later attended Southern Methodist University and Perkins School of Theology for his academic and theological education. While a student pastor in Texas, he met and fell in love with a beautiful young lady, Carmen Cabello. He was ordained an Elder in the Rio Grande Conference in 1953, and in 1954, Carmen and Ruben joined in holy matrimony. Carmen became a true partner in his ministry. Together they served La Divina Trinidad in Uvalde; Getsemani in Georgetown; El Buen Pastor in Houston; Emanuel in Dallas, Texas, and Primera in Phoenix, Arizona. This marriage was blessed with three children Ruben, Lynette and Nanette. In 1969, the Carrico family moved to Phoenix. There he began a long and fruitful ministry at la Primera Iglesia where he directed the transformation and restoration of the sanctuary and the educational facilities. Ruben was a loving and dedicated pastor, but he was also an effective community leader. He took seriously the Methodist tradition that pastors are also sent to serve the communities where the church to which they are appointed is located. Ruben knew through his own experience the painful effects of segregation and the suffering that discrimination and hate create. Out of these early experiences, he developed a deep desire to correct the injustices and mitigate the suffering of racial/ ethnic people. His commitment to equality of Hispanics motivated him to join with other pastors/lay persons in the organizing efforts of “LAMAG” the Latino Caucus in the former Pacific and Southwest Conference and later, with the pastors in Arizona, created an organization “AMAR” which became the Latino Caucus in Arizona. He was an active member and leader in MARCHA, the national Latino Caucus, and was given an outstanding ovation during the Annual Assembly in August, 2008. Throughout his life, Ruben had an abiding desire to serve God. He could have been a talented artist or even a politician in Phoenix, where he was a candidate for the Board of Education under the theme “Carrico Cares”. But he heard God’s call early in his life and never looked back. The last two years of Ruben’s life were very difficult after a stroke that severely incapacitated him, both physically and mentally. He, who had helped so many people in life, now depended on the assistance that others could give him. He, who had had a quick and sharp mind, now struggled to remember names or the reality around him. But through this time of tribulation, his faith became stronger. His trust was placed in the Resurrected Christ and in the promise of eternal life. On November 11, 2008, we mourned in sorrow but also in a time of joy, for we are certain that Ruben has joined Carmen and now serve and worship God day and night fulfilling, his life’s most precious desire. We praise God for the gift of Ruben’s life and ministry, and we are able to rejoice, for we know that at this moment Ruben stands in God’s presence. Nanette Martinez,Daughter 22

Rev. Russell Kent Douglass

August 23, 1929 – April 19, 2009 Douglass, Russell (P.53; F.57)(U.Kansas Wesleyan Univ. 53)(S.Iliff 57) Cent.Kan. 53 School Rocky Mtn 55 Beulah Mo. East 56 (Feb 1) St. Louis: Grace(Assoc.) SCA 57 El Cajon: East 60 (Oct 1) Encinitas 66 National City 69 Covina PSW 77 Covina 78 Mesa: Velda Rose DSW 84 (Sep 1) Mesa: Velda Rose 89 Central West District Superintendent 95 R’d 96 (Sun City: Lakeview)

Kent died April 19, 2009, due to post-surgical complications. The son of Art and Hallie Douglass, Kent was born in St. Francis, Kansas, August 23, 1929, and was raised in Western Kansas, Nebraska, and Eastern Colorado. In 1944, the family moved to San Diego, California, where he graduated from Grossmont High School in 1947. He married Adelyne Knosp, the daughter of a minister, on August 20, 1950, in St. Francis. Kent and Adelyne began “their ministry” in Culver, Kansas, in September 1951, while Kent was a student at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas. (“Their ministry” because Adelyne was very much a part of his entire ministry!) After Kent graduated in 1953 with a theology degree, they moved to Denver, Colorado, where Kent attended Iliff School of Theology, while also serving a seminary student appointment at the Community Church of Beulah, Colorado, 1953-56. Kent and Adelyne moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where Kent served as Associate Minister at Grace Methodist Church, 1956-57. In 1957, Kent was called to the Southern CaliforniaArizona Conference to begin a new church, Chapel of the Valley in El Cajon, California, 195760. Pastoral appointments after El Cajon were Encinitas Methodist Church, Encinitas, California, 1960-66; First United Methodist Church, National City, California, 1966-69; Covina United Methodist Church, Covina, California, 1969-78, and Velda Rose United Methodist Church, Mesa, Arizona, 1978-89. Finally, in 1989, Kent accepted Bishop Galván’s invitation to be part of his cabinet for the last six years of his ministry as a district superintendent. Their first daughter, Joyce Reneé was born while Kent and Adelyne were in Denver. Joyce is married to Gary Gingrich, and they have two children, Troy, married to Lauren, and Kelly, married to Larry Edwards. A second daughter, Jaclyn Kay, was born during the associate pastor days in St. Louis. Their daughters have been an integral part of the ministry of their parents. Currently both of them are very active in the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church. Kent never met a stranger; he loved fulfilling his calling as a pastor; he was greatly respected and admired! Velda Rose honored Kent when he reached “30 Years in the Ministry”. Another celebration was held when Kent and Adelyne had been at Velda Rose for ten years, bringing Jackie home from England as a surprise, as well as helping toward a new car for them! A significant highlight was the mayor of Mesa declaring “Kent Douglass Day” before Kent left Velda Rose to become a district superintendent. We miss Kent more than words can express, including his dog, Cody, who grieves for his master who loved him so much! Kent’s Benediction “And now, may the love of God, the heavenly Father; the saving grace of his son Jesus Christ; the communion and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be among you all and abide with each of you this day and always. Amen.” Mrs. Adelyne Douglass, Wife 23

Rev. Dale Dunbar

May 4, 1923 – May 10, 2008 Dunbar, Dale (P.46; F.48)(U.SMU 44)(S.Garrett 47) Cent Ill. 46 Gardner - S. Wilmington SCA 47 (Nov 1) Patagonia 51 Somerton 57 (Sep 1) Goodwill Industries; L.A. 59 Zanesville,OH:Exec. Dir. Goodwill Indust 62 Tucson: Hope 65 Tucson: Catalina(Assoc.) 67 Tucson:Goodwill Industries of Arizona 75 S’y PSW 77 R’d(434.4) DSW 84 (Sep 1) R’d(434.4)

In 1948, Dale was ordained by Bishop James C. Baker into the Southern California Arizona Conference of the Methodist Church. The Bishop remembered Dale’s parents, Glenn Dunbar and Osa Lent Dunbar, who were in the newly formed Wesley foundation at the University of Illinois, Champagne-Urbana. After a year there as an engineering student, Dale had a life-changing experience to give his life to God’s calling. He redirected his studies towards pre-seminary and attended Southern Methodist University, graduating with a BA in social science in 1944. Dale followed his parents by attending Garret Biblical Institute, graduating with a M.Div. in 1947. After ordination, Dale was sent to the Liberty and Buckeye Methodist Churches in Arizona. He was then appointed in 1949 to the Community Church of Patagonia, Arizona, where he served many southern Arizona ranching families. Hiking in the nearby Santa Rita Mountains with the Boy Scout troop gave him the opportunity to pursue his photography interest. Flying lessons in Tucson gave Dale the opportunity to fellowship with the University of Arizona’s Wesley Foundation, sponsored by the First Methodist Church. Dale dropped in on a cabinet session planning a retreat on a ranch in the Tucson Mountains west of town and met the vice-president, Marilyn Marsh. His wonderful letters were a big part of their courtship. The couple’s engagement was announced on Dale’s birthday, May 4, and they were married August 10, 1951, in Phoenix. Dale had been assigned the Somerton Methodist Church in June of 1951. He was active there in Yuma County’s Rotary Club and the state board of the Arizona Crippled Children’s Society. Sons Mark, Glenn and David were born in Yuma. In 1957, Dale felt the call to the Home Mission’s affiliate, Goodwill Industries, training for 21 months in their Los Angeles facility. He was selected to go to the Zanesville, Ohio Goodwill Industries as its Executive Director. While there his district superintendent asked him to take a small circuit of five churches in Muskingum County for seven months. Sons Kirk and Scott were also born in Zanesville. In 1962, while speaking in Columbus, Ohio, Bishop Gerald Kennedy told Dale that Tucson was the right size to support a Goodwill Industries facility. The move that summer to Tucson provided an opportunity to serve Hope Methodist Church as full-time pastor and also was in preparation for the founding of a new Goodwill plant there. He transferred to the larger Catalina United Methodist Church as an associate pastor until in 1967, when a Tucson Goodwill Industries was opened. Dale was its Executive Director for nearly nine years. Additionally, he served on the early anti-poverty efforts of the Committee on Economic Opportunity, first as a representative of the Tucson Ecumenical Council and later as its president. Dale was also president of the Tucson Housing Foundation that planned and built a local 143 unit, low-income senior housing project in downtown Tucson called Armory Park Apartments. Dale received a master’s degree in rehabilitation administration in 1972 from the University of Arizona. He had been a craftsman, whether building a cabin in Prescott or electrifying a friend’s garage. After macular degeneration affected the central vision of both eyes, an experimental telescopic lens was placed in his right eye. Dale died May 10, 2008. Dale and Marilyn were married 57 years, with lives centered on the love of God and family. They shared interests in music, art, travel and friends. In later years they worked together in First United Methodist Church’s care-giving ministry. During a memorial service held at their church, his eldest son Mark spoke for all five sons on some of their fondest memories of their father, especially his tolerance, patience and unconditional love. He is greatly missed by his family, including his wife, Marilyn, and sons Mark (Ana), Glenn, David, Kirk, and Scott, sisters Lois Magee and Carol Markwell (Don), 5 grandchildren and 7 greatMarilyn Dunbar, Wife grandchildren. 24

Ruth Fraley

April 20, 1925 – June 5, 2008 Wife of Rev. Robert D. Fraley (see Ruth 1:16) Ruth was born April 20, 1925, in Wausau, Wisconsin, the second of four daughters of Charles and Ada Snyder. Her father was pastor and evangelist—so she learned early in life what moving often meant. At six weeks of age, The Snyders moved from Wausau, Wisconsin, to Mansfield, Ohio. After several moves to Wisconsin and Indiana, they moved back to Mansfield, where Ruth graduated from high school in the same class with Bob in 1943. She continued her education at Nyack, New York Missionary Training Institute, graduating with a B.R.E., while Bob went to the South Pacific. A life-long devoted Christian, she nevertheless hated moving so often, therefore said she would never marry a minister. Sooooo—she married Robert D. Fraley in the Methodist Church in Butler, Ohio, June 4, 1949. June 21, Bob accepted Bishop Werner’s appointment to Galion, Ohio, Methodist Charge, and Ruth spent her lifetime following Bob to a number of pastorates in the NE Ohio Conference (1949-1958). True to her name, Ruth continued to follow wherever the Bishop behooved. In June of 1958 they moved to San Fernando, California, continuing in different churches in the Southern California-Arizona Conference until June 1969, when Bishop Kennedy appointed Bob to the Holbrook-Show Low, AZ, Charge. In 1975, they finished building a home in Show Low, amidst many dire prophesies the marriage would never survive that project. The Bishop appointed Bob to the Show Low Church, which became the final move for Ruth before her heavenly reward. Ruth taught elementary school for 25 years, becoming a dedicated and enthusiastically creative teacher, achieving “Teacher of the Year” in Show Low in 1984. The article in the White Mountain Independent, was titled, “Fraley, students delight in each other”. She was also an expressive poet and writer. Ruth died June 5, 2008, one day after our 59th wedding anniversary. She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Fraley; four children: Cassandra of Tucson, Daniel of Show Low, Keith of Rockwell, North Carolina, and Deborah of Tucson; two sisters: Esther and Priscilla, of Sun City; eleven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. A lifelong Christian, she expressed unconditional love for all whom she met, and many have reciprocated that love. She was greatly loved by all who knew her: her Lord, her husband, her family, her church, the many children to whom she taught the “Three R’s”, as well as what it means to be a Christian in an imperfect world. Rev. Robert D. Fraley and Cheryl A. Fraley *Picture by Vennie White; White Mountain Independent 1984

Rev. Edwin H. Grant Jr.

July 5, 1929 – January 22, 2009 Grant Jr., Edwin (P.54; F.59)(U. )(S. ) N. Ind. 54 New Paris 57 New Paris-Tamarack 58 Butler 62 Alexandria: First SCA 65 Tempe: Christ Chapel 74 Fullerton: Orangethorpe PSW 75 R’d (362.2) 76 (Mar 6) (Vista) DSW 91 R’d (Fountain Hills: First UMC) 99 (Kearny: UMC of the Good Shepherd) 08 R’d

He was born to Marion and Edwin H. Grant, Sr., in Willmore, Kentucky. Ed graduated from Asbury College and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. He met Roberta J. Middleton, “Bobby,” fell in love, and married on September 1, 1950. They had four children, all boys, Edwin III, Timothy, Mark, and Daniel. He will be remembered as a strong family man who loved his children: Edwin III (Diane), Timothy (Nannette), Mark, and Daniel; grandchildren: Edwin IV, Jeff, Becky, Nicole, Debbie, Ryan, Kyle, Catherine, Melissa, Daniel, and Blake; great-grandchildren: Jack, Faith, Edwin V, and Carly. Ed is survived by his brother Don and his sister Marcheta, while his brother Stewart, his mother, father, and his beloved Bobby are now with him in Heaven. Ed’s lifelong commitment to the ministry saw him serving at churches starting at the age of 17. He ministered all over the country, including Northern Indiana, New Paris, Butler, and Alexandria, Indiana. He also served in Fullerton, CA ,and throughout Arizona in churches in Tempe, Fountain Hills, and Kearny. Ed was awarded various accolades and proclamations throughout his career including Man of the Year and Distinguished Service Awards. One of his proudest achievements was over 29 years of sobriety and the opportunity that gave him to minister to others. In the tradition of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, he enjoyed ministering to others more than anything in life. He was well known for and took great pride in developing Christian-based ministries centered around art and music with a special emphasis on Jazz. He started The Inspiration Coffee House in Fountain Hills and the Butterfly Garden in Kearny as a means to reach out to people that traditional churches were not reaching. Ed’s passions beyond the ministry were centered on his reading and writing. He was a prolific writer and authored many articles, books of poems and reflective papers. He loved being by the ocean and the mountains and anywhere where he most deeply felt the presence of the Lord. Edwin Grant, III Son

Rev. Harry Lee Long

March 16, 1921 – December 5, 2008 Long, Harry ((D.52)(U. )(S. ) Okla. Mis 49 Okla. City Mission(Assist.) Okla MSN 50 No record of Appt. 51 Thage-Maesqueke 54 Big Cussetah Ct. 55 Tahlequah 56 Maloy Holland 57 Pawnee 59 Wichita,Kan. 60 DSN Eastern Dist 66 Angie Smith Memorial 70 (Jun 1) Sab’l 71 Okla. City Syln. Ministry 71 (Sep 1) San Diego,CA. Dir. Indian Min. PSW 78 Ft. Yuma Indian Mission 79 Phoenix: Native Amer. Min. of Presence DSW 84 (Sep 1) Phoenix: Native Amer. Min. of Presence 86 R’d(453.2c) 86 (Phoenix: Native Amer. Min. of Presence) DSW 90 R’d

God has called home a great man. He was born in Salt Creek Community to Thomas Long, Jr., and Martha (Berryhill) Long. Reverend Long was preceded in death by one sister, Christie Jo Hance and three brothers, Nathan Long, Thomas Long III, and Maxie Knight. He married Mulsey (Tarpalechee) Long on May 10, 1947. They had six children: Larry Long (deceased), Beverly (Sister) Long, Stephen (Wotko) Long, both of Muskogee, OK, Taylor (Bug) Long of Casa Grande, AZ, Gary Long and Joann Miles-Long of San Carlos, AZ, and Starr Long of Muskogee, OK. Reverend Long also had nine grandchildren: Richard of Maricopa, AZ, Georgina (deceased), Cheryl, Shawnee, OK, Terra (Oske) and Bobbie (Osah), both of Oklahoma City, Tvstenvggi of Shawnee, Sarv and Nokose, both of Carson City, NV, and Gabriel of Phoenix, AZ. He also had six great-grandchildren: Monique, Mia, Espoke, Rayne Miske, Kash (Lvpke), Kaiya (Emkv), and one on the way as well as numerous “grand dogs.” Harry was sent to boarding school at Bacone in the 1920s and the Texas Military School in Terrell, TX. He served in the United States Marine Corps. In WWII, he served as a gunner in THS Special Weapons Battalion. He was in the invasion Forces that attacked Tarawa and Okinawa and also served in Guam. Harry had a spirit about him that people enjoyed. He was ordained as a United Methodist Pastor in 1947 in the Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference. He served many churches throughout Oklahoma and Kansas as well as serving as an Ecumenical Worker for the reservations around San Diego County and as pastor of the Quechan Reservation in Yuma, AZ. He also served in a street ministry in Phoenix, AZ, that was known as Ministry of Presence. He started the Native American Ministry in Phoenix and then moved to Brighton, FL, to serve among the Seminoles. From there, he went to Oklahoma to serve the Indian Methodist Churches until retiring in 1997. Thank God for the life of Harry Long Mvto. Mrs. Mulsey Long Wife

Rev. Loren Ridge

July 21, 1926 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 17, 2008 Ridge, Loren (P.50; F.54)(U.Ohio Univ 48)(S.Garrett Evangelical 52) N.E. Ohio 50 School N.W. Ind. 53 Ambia-Locust Grove-Talbot55 Frankfort: First (Assoc.) SCA 58 Whittier: First(Assoc.)59 Parker 63 Phoenix: Shepherd of the Valley 66 Big Pine 70 Fontana 74 Casa Grande PSW 77 Casa Grande79 Youngtown Community DSW 84 (Sep 1) Youngtown Community 88 (Oct 1) Youngtown UMC 92 Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d

Loren Thomas Ridge died peacefully at Christian Care Nursing Center in Phoenix on 17 December 2008. He was born 21 July 1926, and was raised in the Cleveland suburb of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. He received a Baccalaureate Degree in Education from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, and a Masters of Divinity Degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, with further post-graduate studies at Claremont School of Theological in Claremont, California. Following his graduation from Garrett and ordination in the then Methodist Church, he began his ministry in 1953 with a pastoral appointment in the then Northwest Indiana Conference of the Methodist Church where he met his future wife, Marguerite Emma Caton. Following his transfer to the Southern California-Arizona Conference in 1958, the Ridges served various local churches in southern California and Arizona, lastly at the Youngtown United Methodist Church from which he retired in 1992. In their retirement years, the Ridges resided at the Phoenix campus of the Christian Care Retirement Homes and attended Faith United Methodist Church in the Central West District. He was predeceased by his wife in June 2007. Gary K. Drown Friend

Marilyn Sue Stout

July 27, 1934 – June 18, 2008 Wife of Rev. Paul Stout Marilyn Sue Munsil was born on July 27, 1934, in Phoenix, at home. Her folks were Lee and Evelyn, and she had a big sister, Martha (16 months older), younger sisters Joanne and Lois, and brothers Lee, Bil and, finally, Wes. Marilyn attended North Phoenix High School. The summer after graduation, Marilyn went to Mingus Mountain Methodist Church Camp. There she met her future husband, Paul Stout. When Paul was accepted into Boston School of Theology for the fall of 1953, he asked Marilyn what she would rather have: an engagement ring, or marry him now and go with him to Boston. She chose Boston. (It was 25 years later that he finally gave her the diamond ring.) On August 15, 1953, two weeks past her 19th birthday, she and Paul were married at Garfield Methodist Church in Phoenix. After two years of living in New Hampshire, in 1960, Paul joined the Southern California-Arizona Conference, and brought the family back home to stay. Except for a brief three years that Paul pastored a church in Sun Valley, California, they lived all the rest of their years in Arizona. Wherever they lived, Marilyn kept busy: Methodist/United Methodist Women (at the local, district, and conference levels, including serving as Conference President); teacher at School of Missions, as a Bible study leader; choir member and soloist (she was known for her beautiful soprano voice); director of many vacation Bible schools and children’s choirs. At Pine Canyon Camp, she was known as “Crafty.” She was a Cub Scout den mother and a Girl Scout leader for many years; the kids often forgot her real name and just called her “Mrs. Scout.” In 1970, Marilyn returned to college. She graduated from ASU, at age 38, with honors, in Secondary Education, majoring art and minoring in choral music. She taught for 16 years (music, art, guitar, gifted, or humanities) for the Mesa, Roosevelt, Tucson, and Ajo School Districts. Within six years, Marilyn also earned her Master’s in Secondary Education, emphasis on the Gifted, from ASU. Marilyn and Paul couldn’t afford to take four kids around the world, so Marilyn’s idea was to bring the world home. The family hosted exchange students from around the world, and hosted international college students during the holidays. After she retired, she and Paul traveled to Scotland, Brazil and Germany and visited as many of them as they could. They celebrated their 47th anniversary before Paul’s death in May 2000. She was very proud of her four kids and her nine grandchildren, of her Scottish ancestry, of being an Arizona native, of being a member of Mensa, of being directly descended from five signers of the Mayflower Compact, and of all of her siblings’ talents and accomplishments. Professional associations: Gifted children’s coordinator, Mensa, chapter 857, 1987-1989 2 years as a member of SALOC (Southern Arizona Light Opera Company) Phi Kappa Phi and Kappa Delta Pi, education honoraries AZ Assoc of the Gifted and Talented NEA/AEA/TEA, and Music Educators’ National Conference The family of A. Paul and Marilyn Stout 29

Jack Ethanael “An-Ling” Tang

December 28, 2006 – September 7, 2008 Son of Rev. Anthony and Katherine Tang Jack Ethanael Tang was born at 5:49 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2006, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He weighed 6 lbs. 15 ounces, and was 19 inches long. He was granted his angel wings on Sunday, September 7, 2008, following a lifelong battle with Menkes Disease. His final days were spent at home, surrounded by family and friends. Jack was named after his grandpa who endured a 20-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease, but also possessed the same bravery, strong will, and humor as our little boy. Jack’s Chinese name, “An-Ling,” means “Peaceful Spirit,” which Jack exuded every day of his life. He had his daddy’s eyes, and his mommy’s cheeks, which were either pinched or kissed on a regular basis. Jack’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understand that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His gentle smile could melt the hearts of those around him and though he never spoke a word, his voice and thoughts were always known. With his courage he taught us to believe that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. He could spend hours rocking in his favorite chair while cuddling close to those he loved so much. He loved his little toy ladybug and listening to the sounds of his three puppies barking, which would make him smile. Jack especially loved being in his crib where it was quiet, and being swaddled in the blankets his Grammy made for him. It was one of the few places he could always sleep peacefully through the night. We will miss him every day–especially the way he cooed, his beautiful smile and his long eyelashes–and he will forever remain in our hearts. Jack is survived by his loving parents, Anthony and Katherine Tang; greatgrandmother, Elinor Ziegler; grandmothers, Sandra Ziegler and Kathleen Tang; grandfather, William Ziegler; Uncle Jared Ziegler; Uncle Larry Tang; Auntie Melissa and Uncle Doug Lee; Uncle Stanton and Auntie May Tang; cousins: Tim, Josh, Sami, Ashlee, and Riley; many loving extended family members and friends; and his three puppies: Sophie, Bailey, and Pecas. Jack was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Jack Chue Tang. Rev. Anthony and Katherine Tang Parents

Morgan Thornton

January 15, 1935 – December 31, 2008 Husband of Rev. Joyce Thornton Morgan was born on January 15, 1935, in Peoria, IL, the second son of Katherine Ruth Lewis and Joseph Thornton. Morgan’s father died three days before he was born. The doctor told his family, “Take a good look at him; he won’t be here in the morning!” Morgan’s aunt held him all night in front of the fire to keep him warm. When he was young, Morgan loved playing baseball, basketball and the drums. He especially enjoyed playing “cork” ball with my brother, Gene, who never bothered to introduce us. Morgan won many drum competitions playing the snare drum and has a cigar box of medals to prove it. At Woodruff High School, Morgan played in the band under the direction of Lawrence Fogelberg, father of Dan Fogelberg who wrote “The Leader of the Band” as a tribute for his father. Morgan particularly loved Big Band, jazz music and 35mm slide photography. At 15, he began as an apprentice meat cutter. His father and stepfather, Russell, were also meat cutters. I met Morgan on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend when I was fifteen and a sophomore in high school. Morgan was seventeen and a senior. It was not long before we started going “steady.” The Nat King Cole song “Too Young” was our song! On my seventeenth birthday we were engaged at a family party hosted by my parents. Morgan and I worshiped at First Methodist Church in Peoria, IL, where we were married on June 19, 1955. We bought our first home in Peoria. Morgan spent most weekends serving in the National Guard. In 1959, friends invited us to visit Tucson. Morgan was tired of the cold and shoveling snow, and we decided to move before we had children. After our house was built in 1961, we began the process of adopting our first child, Gaye Lynn. We then adopted Greg and Dena, and our fourth child, Kevin, surprised us all when he was born in 1971. Morgan and I loved to travel. For our 50th Anniversary, we traveled to Scotland and Ireland with my brother, Gene and his wife Sharon. It was always one of Morgan’s dreams to visit his homeland. Our family also spent many summers in Greer, AZ, in the White Mountains, where Morgan loved to go stream fishing in the Little Colorado River. He taught all four children and nine grandchildren to fish. This was one small part of the awesome legacy he has given us all. On April 23 of this year, eighteen of us gathered in Greer to remember, honor, and share our love for Morgan through stories, scripture, and prayer, as we held hands in a circle beside his favorite fishing stream. Morgan, the love of my life, was a good man, who loved me deeply and supported my journey in ministry. God blessed us with 53 and one-half years of married life, for which I will always be eternally grateful. Morgan is now free and truly “home.” With love and gratitude to our beloved Morgan for a life well lived. Rev. Joyce Thornton, Wife 31

Jule Yim

March 14, 1939 – July 15, 2008 Wife of Rev. Anthony Yim Someone meeting Jule and seeing the spelling of her name for the first time might question, “Did you leave out the ‘I’?” Over the years, she’d wistfully quip, “If only my folks had called me Alice or Betty, my name wouldn’t stand out.” But her life does stand out in a quiet and meaningful way. Jule liked people and worked on nurturing relationships. Early on as a youngster, she endeavored to keep friendships. When she became Honored Queen of Jobs Daughters, Bethel #168, Glendale, her motto read, “She never lost a friend.” The adult advisor wrote in Jule’s Bible, “May your life always be a reflection of ‘Friendship’ as it had to this day.” She believed in being honest and truthful. In 1999, she and Tony decided she’d apply to the Mesa Police Records Department. When she took a polygraph exam, the examiner asked Jule, “Have you ever stolen anything?” She said, “No.” he said, “Oh, come on, how about a school pencil?” Again she replied, “No.” He looked at her and said, “O.K., let’s get on with it.” Throughout her life, whether as local church secretary, Long Beach District Secretary, Secretary to the Executive Director of the California Annual Conference Foundation, Church Programmer, Stephen Ministry trainer and leader, or Mesa Records’ personnel, she lived and served with sincerity. She devoted her life to teaching and living the Christian life to her sons. Jule cherished the thought that her two boys lived each day helping the community to seek the higher way. Tony and John are dedicated and committed police officers. Eldest son Tony and Summer gifted the family with the first two grandchildren, Jordan (age 10) and Matthew (age 7). Then John and Kim presented their two children, Malia (age 7), and Scotty (age 5). A small play doll cushion sits atop the center of Jule’s dresser which states an aphorism reveling the way she related with her grandchildren: GRANDMAS ARE ANTIQUE LITTLE GIRLS. One of the most exciting tributes to Jule’s uniqueness arose in Lake Havasu City, after she and Tony had served only two years at St. Michael’s United Methodist Church. The city celebrates London Bridge Days each October, and St. Michael’s participates through sponsoring a float and selecting a man and a woman of the year. In 1992, Jule became Woman of the Year, and she rode down the parade in the back of a new white Mustang waving to the crowd. From William Shakespeare’s play, “As You Like It,” there is a line which goes, “No jewel is like Rosalind,” (III,ii,94), perhaps, the bard wouldn’t mind if we change it a wee bit to, “No jewel is like Jule!” Rev. Anthony Yim, Husband 32

Clergy and Lay Sessions Thursday, June 25, 2009 10:30 p.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa Laity in the Media Center Clergy in Cira A-C *Greeting

Jim Nibbelink, Laity Session DSC Lay Leader Rev. Pam Wagner, Clergy Session Chair, DSC Board of Ordained Ministry

Let us pray: God of life and love, as we gather this morning, grant us integrity, courage and vision. Give us the ability to make wise decisions which benefit the whole. Enable us to handle power with humility. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Call to Prayer

Jim Nibbelink Rev. Pam Wagner

To God be the glory: great things God has done! To prepare ourselves to be fully present with God and one another let us pray: Healing God, we come before you broken, yet seeking wholeness, isolated, yet seeking community, overwhelmed, yet seeking simplicity, shamed, yet seeking grace: God, we yearn for the healing you promise. God of Justice, we come before you selfish, yet seeking a generous heart, arrogant, yet seeking humility, responsible for injustices, yet seeking forgiveness: God, we yearn for the justice you promise. God of Peace, we come before you afraid, yet seeking assurance, agitated, yet seeking serenity, angry, yet seeking a forgiving heart: God, we yearn for the peace you promise. 33

Knowing that through Christ all things are made new, we come to this feast prepared by You to be recreated and to be renewed in our faith and commitment. God, we submit ourselves to renewal through you. This we pray through Jesus the Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen. Psalm 19

Jim Nibbelink Rev. Pam Wagner

Women: The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handiwork. Day to day pours forth speech, and night to night declares knowledge. There is no speech, nor are there words; their voice is not heard; yet their voice goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In the heavens God has set a tent for the sun, which comes out like a bridegroom from Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wedding canopy, and like a strong person runs its course with joy. Men:

Its rising is from the end of the heavens, and its circuit to the end of them; and nothing is hid from its heat. The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the decrees of the LORD are sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is clear, enlightening the eyes; the fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.

Women: More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey, and drippings of the honeycomb. Moreover by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward. But who can detect their errors? Clear me from hidden faults. Keep back your servant also from the insolent; do not let them have dominion over me. Then I shall be blameless, and innocent of great transgression. All:

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

Business of the Session Laity: Laity Discussion Topics Clergy: Disciplinary Questions

*Closing Song

“And Are We Yet Alive”

And are we yet alive, and see each other’s face? Glory and thanks to Jesus give for his almighty grace! Preserved by power divine to full salvation here, again in Jesus’ praise we join, and in his sight appear. What troubles have we seen, what mighty conflicts past, fightings without, and fears within, since we assembled last! Yet out of all the Lord hath brought us by his love; and still he doth his help afford, and hides our life above. Then let us make our boast of his redeeming power, which saves us to the uttermost, till we can sin no more. Let us take up the cross till we the crown obtain, and gladly reckon all things loss so we may Jesus gain. Words: Charles Wesley, 1749. Music: Johann G. Nägeli; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1845.

Laity Session Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl

Midday Prayer and Bible Study Thursday, June 25, 2009 1:30 p.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center Introduction to Worship and Study

Rev. David McPherson DSC Director of Connectional Ministries

*Gathering Song

“O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” 1. Mil voces para celebrar a mi Libertador, las glorias de su majestad, los triumfos de su amor.

1. O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer’s praise, the glories of my God and King, the triumphs of his grace!

2. My gracious Master and my God, 2. Mi buen Señor, Maestro y Dios: assist me to proclaim, que pueda divulgar to spread through all the earth abroad tu grato nombre y su honor, the honors of thy name. en cielo, tierra y mar. 3. Glory to God, and praise and love be ever, ever given, by saint below and saints above, the church in earth and heaven. Words: Charles Wesley, 1739; trans. by Federico J. Pagura, 1987. Music: Carl G. Gläser; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1839. Trans. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Opening Prayer

Rev. David McPherson DSC Director of Connectional Ministries

Oh for a thousand tongues, thousand and thousand, to sing our amazement as we gather and celebrate our twenty-fifth anniversary, to sing our awe that we are because you utter us, to sing our gratitude that life breaks so well here in the Desert Southwest Conference, to sing old, old songs that we have loved so well, to tell the old, old story that becomes the new, new song as fresh and as urgent as we continue to embark on our next twenty-five years with you our God, discovered in Christ Jesus and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Oh for a thousand tongues we do sing. Amen. Twenty-fifth Anniversary Celebration 36

Presentation of Gifts

Bishop Elías Galván Founding Bishop of the Desert Southwest Conference

Let us pray: We stand on the shoulders of those whose vision was rooted in your grace and hospitality, Creator in power, Protector in sovereignty, Giver of life in generosity. As we bring forth these gifts, may we be conscious of the goodness you give, the goodness you say, the goodness you guarantee. It is with humble hearts that we bring forth these gifts. Amen. While hymn is sung, persons representing their churches are invited to come forward with gift boxes containing their anniversary gifts for the Desert Southwest Conference. “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” 4. Jesus! the name that charms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease; ‘tis music in the sinner’s ears, ‘tis life, and health, and peace.

4. El dulce nombre de Jesús nos libra del temor, en las tristezas trae luz, perdón al pecador.

5. He breaks the power of canceled sin, he sets the prisoner free; his blood can make the foulest clean; his blood availed for me.

5. Destruye el poder del mal y brinda libertad; al más impuro puede dar pureza y santidad.

6. On this glad day the glorious Sun of Righteousness arose; on my benighted soul he shone and filled it with repose. 7. He speaks, and listening to his voice, new life the dead receive; the mournful, broken hearts rejoice, the humble poor believe.

7. Él habla y al oír su voz el muerto vivirá; se alegra el triste corazón, los pobres hallan paz.

Words: Charles Wesley, 1739; trans. by Federico J. Pagura, 1987. Music: Carl G. Gläser; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1839. Trans. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

Let us pray: Lord God, we rejoice in twenty-five years in ministry together and, as we present our gifts this day, we look forward to a future ministry that will transform our world. Lord to this end, teach us to be a people of love, respect, compassion, and welcome for each other and the stranger, and help us to move beyond our histories: our hurts, angers, grudges, disagreements, mindsets, fears, suspicions . . . that we may become a people mirroring your extravagant hospitality. Amen. 37

Old Testament Reading

Faiana Prescott First UMC, Tempe, AZ Genesis 18:1-8

Scripture will be read in Tongan: The Lord appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day. He looked up and saw three men standing near him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent entrance to meet them, and bowed down to the ground. He said, ‘My lord, if I find favor with you, do not pass by your servant. Let a little water be brought, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree. Let me bring a little bread, that you may refresh yourselves, and after that you may pass on—since you have come to your servant.’ So they said, ‘Do as you have said.’ And Abraham hastened into the tent to Sarah, and said, ‘Make ready quickly three measures of choice flour, knead it, and make cakes.’ Abraham ran to the herd, and took a calf, tender and good, and gave it to the servant, who hastened to prepare it. Then he took curds and milk and the calf that he had prepared, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree while they ate. Leader: People:

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed *Closing Song

Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing”

8. I found and owned his promise true, ascertained of my part, my pardon passed in heaven I knew when written on my heart. 9. In Christ, your head, you then shall know, shall feel your sins forgiven; anticipate your heaven below, and own that love is heaven.

9. En Cristo, pues, conocerán la gracia del perdón, y aquí del cielo gozarán, pues cielo es su amor.

10. Then with my heart I first believed, believed with faith divine, power with the Holy Ghost received to call the Savior mine. Words: Charles Wesley, 1739; trans. by Federico J. Pagura, 1987. Music: Carl G. Gläser; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1839. Trans. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Closing Prayer

Bishop Minerva G. Carca単o

Such tongues you give us, O God, to sing and to celebrate. Our hearts are crowded with gratitude as we continue the work of planting, nurturing, and cultivating new church communities in this annual conference. As we embark on the next twenty-five years, we are rooted in your Word to manifest your old song of covenant with us. Oh for a thousand tongues, thousand and thousand. Amen.

Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl

Morning Watch Friday, June 26, 2009 7:00 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Courtyard Prayer O God, you have let me pass the night in peace, Let me pass the day in peace. Wherever I may go upon my way Which you made peaceable for me, O God, lead my steps. When I have spoken, keep lies away from me. When I am hungry, keep me from murmuring. When I am satisfied, keep me from pride. Calling upon you, I pass the day, O Lord, who has no Lord. (Boran, Kenya, from An African Prayer Book, by Desmond Tutu)

Scripture

Matthew 9:9-13

Meditation Because we are not used to distinguishing between leadership and authority, the idea of leadership without authority is new and perplexing . . . . Analysts have generally neglected the distinctive problems and opportunities of mobilizing work from positions of little or no authority. Thus, nearly all studies of leadership, in addition to many stories, focus primarily on figures of authority. Just as social systems organize themselves in relation to a structure of authority, focusing attention at the head of the table, our social commentators do so as well. Leadership may more often emerge from the foot of the table, but that is not where we spend most of our time looking . . . . That I use the metaphor of the table, with the head traditionally a man and the foot characteristically a woman, is not accident. Leadership without authority has been the domain to which women have been restricted for ages . . . . Having been denied formal authority roles in most societies, some women have learned strategies for leading without authority, and some have learned not to try leading at all. The same can be said of many disempowered groups. Women who have managed to carve out roles of authority were likely to be ignored by traditional historical and social science scholarship, which focused on the activities of men. In the United States, for example, women have headed social reform movements dating back more than 150 years, but only recently, with the emergence of 40

women’s history as an established academic field, have their accomplishments been chronicled . . . . The question, however, remains, “Can someone exercise leadership from the foot of the table, or even from outside the family--without any authority, formal or informal?” I think the answer is yes, and in several ways. Some people, like Gandhi, lead societies without holding formal office of any kind. More frequently, people have a base of formal authority within their own subgroup, like Lech Walesa as head of Solidarity in Communist Poland, [and] Martin Luther King, Jr. as founder of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference . . . . But these people lead not only within the boundaries of the communities that authorized them, formally and informally, but also across those boundaries, reaching to communities where their words and actions have influence despite having no authorization. (Ron Heifeitz, in Leadership Without Easy Answers)

Questions for Reflection When is the last time we sat down to a meal with someone who could be considered a social outcast?

What leaders have you known who led without authority? What did they accomplish? What did you learn from them?

What potential leaders are at our table that we may not recognize?

In what ways could God’s grace work in such leaders?

Closing Prayer Loose the cords of mistakes binding us, as we release the strands we hold of others’ guilt. 41

Forgive our hidden past, the secret shames, As we consistently forgive What others hide. Lighten our load of secret debts as We relieve others of their Need to repay. Erase the inner marks our failures make, Just as we scrub our hearts Of others’ faults. Absorb our frustrated hopes and dreams, As we embrace those of others With emptiness. Untangle the knots within So that we can mend our hearts’ Simple ties to others. Compost our inner, stolen fruit As we forgive others the spoils of Their trespassing. Loose the cords of mistakes binding us, As we release the strands we hold Of others’ guilt. (from Prayers of the Cosmos: Meditations on the Aramaic Words of Jesus, translated by Neil Douglas-Klotz)

Morning Prayer and Bible Study Friday, June 26, 2009 8:30 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center *Greeting

*Morning Hymn

“All Creatures of Our God and King”

All creatures of our God and King, lift up your voice and with us sing, O praise ye! Alleluia! O brother sun with golden beam, O sister moon with silver gleam! O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! O brother wind, air, clouds, and rain, by which all creatures ye sustain, O praise ye! Alleluia! Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice, ye lights of evening, find a voice! O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! O sister water, flowing clear, make music for thy Lord to hear, Alleluia! Alleluia! O brother fire who lights the night, providing warmth, enhancing sight, O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Dear mother earth, who day by day unfoldest blessings on our way, Alleluia! Alleluia! The flowers and fruits that in thee grow, let them God’s glory also show! O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! All ye who are of tender heart, forgiving others, take your part, O praise ye! Alleluia! Ye who long pain and sorrow bear, praise God and on him cast your care! O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

And thou, our sister, gentle death, waiting to hush our latest breath, Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou leadest home the child of God, and Christ our Lord the way has trod, O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Let all things their Creator bless, and worship him in humbleness, O praise ye! Alleluia! Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,and praise the Spirit, Three in One! O praise ye! O praise ye! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Words: Francis of Assisi, ca. 1225; trans. by William H. Draper, 1925, adapt. 1987. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. Adapt. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Prayer

Diamond Pate Griffith UMC, Las Vegas, NV Leader: People:

Psalm 100

Let us pray together New every morning is your Love, great God of light, and all day long you are working for good in the world. Stir up in us desire to serve you, to live peacefully with our neighbors and all your creation, and to devote each day to your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. “O Many People of All Lands”

O many people of all lands, now come to God with praise; together shall we praise our God, Lord of all culture’s ways. O varied tongues of humankind, now congregate to sing with hymns of joy and wonderment, thank offering we would bring. O Fount of Love and Light and Life, we thank you for this day; we are assured of your supply, your grace all through the way. O Source of Hope, desire, and dream, just as we are, we come, inspired by you and your great beam to know more of your home. From here we all go out to share in offices and homes, your never-failing love and care in substance, deeds, and forms. Words: Natty G. Barranda (Ps. 100). Music: Lois F. Bello. Used by permission of Christian Conference of Asia. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Time of Silence

Laudate Dominum

“Sing Praise and Bless the Lord”

Chorus:

Verses sung by cantor while the congregation sings the chorus ostinato (continuously) underneath: (Psalm 117)

Praise the Lord, all you nations; praise him, all you peoples; alleluia. Strong is God’s love and mercy, God is faithful forever, alleluia. (Psalm 150:6)

Alleluia, alleluia, let everything living give praise to the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia, let everything living give praise to the Lord. (Psalm 47:1)

Let the earth shout to God with joy, alleluia, alleluia. Let the earth worship with sounds of gladness, alleluia, alleluia. (Psalm 100:2-3)

We come before you with joyful songs, alleluia, alleluia. You are our God, you have made us, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. (Psalm 100:3)

You are our God, we belong to you, alleluia, alleluia. We are your people, the sheep of your flock, alleluia, alleluia. 45

(Psalm 100:4)

Let us then enter your gates with thanksgiving, alleluia, alleluia. Let us give thanks and praise your name, alleluia, alleluia. (Psalm 100:5)

For you are good and your love lasts forever, alleluia, alleluia. Your faithfulness lasts from age to age, alleluia, alleluia. Words: Pss 117; 150:6; 47:1; 100:2-5. Music: Jacques Berthier 1978, 1980, 1981, 1991 Ateliers et Presses de TaizĂŠ, TaizĂŠ Community, France; GIA Publications, Inc, exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Time of Silence Old Testament Reading

Helen Yung Asbury UMC, Phoenix, AZ Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Scripture will be read in French: So now, O Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you? Only to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and to keep the commandments of the Lord your God and his decrees that I am commanding you today, for your own well-being. Although heaven and the heaven of heavens belong to the Lord your God, the earth with all that is in it, yet the Lord set his heart in love on your ancestors alone and chose you, their descendants after them, out of all the peoples, as it is today. Circumcise, then, the foreskin of your heart, and do not be stubborn any longer. For the Lord your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who is not partial and takes no bribe, who executes justice for the orphan and the widow, and who loves the strangers, providing them with food and clothing. You shall also love the stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt. You shall fear the Lord your God; him alone you shall worship; to him you shall hold fast, and by his name you shall swear. He is your praise; he is your God, who has done for you these great and awesome things that your own eyes have seen. Your ancestors went down to Egypt seventy persons; and now the Lord your God has made you as numerous as the stars in heaven. Leader: People:

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed 46

Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R.

Prayer of Intercession

Diamond Pate Griffith UMC, Las Vegas, NV

Tender and Compassionate God, you ask us to pray for all people. Here we offer our prayers of our world in need, trusting in your great and abundant love. Let us pray for the church: Silence Gracious God, we pray for the church of Jesus Christ around the world. As the broken bread, though once scattered as a grain on the hillsides became one loaf, so may your church be one in Spirit throughout the earth, and one in witness to your saving love. Loving God, hear our prayer Let us pray for leaders of the church: Silence Gracious God, guide our leaders, particularly Bishop Minerva Carca単o and Bishop Gregory Palmer. Grant them your wisdom, that by their acts they may encourage the faithful and witness to the world and its people. Loving God, hear our prayer. Let us pray for the leaders of the world: Silence Eternal One, Ruler of the Universe, we pray for those who govern every land, and for the people committed to their charge. Look with grace upon President Barack Hussein Obama and the legislators who guide our lives. Turn the hearts of leaders and people to you, that governments may seek the good of humanity and of all who suffer. Loving God, hear our prayer. Let us pray for the homeless, the hungry, and the victims of violence and oppression: Silence God, you suffer with those who suffer. We pray to you for those who are denied what they need to live and those whose dreams have been shattered. Reach out and empower us, your people, to bring about your 47

healing, wholeness, and justice. Loving God, hear our prayer. Let us pray for our enemies: Silence We pray to you, God, for those whose actions offend us most and for those whom we have learned to fear and despise. Through your great love and infinite hospitality, make tender all hearts hardened by hatred and suspicion, and lead us in the way of justice and acceptance. Loving God, hear our prayer. Amen. The Lord’s Prayer

“The Prayer of Jesus”

Holy One, our only home, hallowed be your name. May your day dawn, your will be done, here as in heaven. Feed us today, and forgive us as we forgive each other. Do not forsake us at the test, but deliver us from evil. For the glory, the power, and the mercy are yours, now and forever. Amen; Amen; Amen. Words: Mother Thunder Mission (Matt. 6:9-13) Music: Native American melody, arr. Elise Eslinger. Arr. ©2005 The Upper Room. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

*Closing Song

“Blest Be the God of Israel”

Blest be the God of Israel, who comes to set us free, who visits and redeems us, and grants us liberty. The prophets spoke of mercy, of freedom and release; God shall fulfill the promise to bring our people peace. Now from the house of David a child of grace is given; a Savior comes among us to raise us up to heaven. Before him goes the herald forerunner in the way -the prophet of salvation, the harbinger of Day. Where once were fear and darkness the sun begins to rise -the dawning of forgiveness upon the sinner’s eyes, to guide the feet of pilgrims along the path of peace: O bless our God and Savior, with songs that never cease! Words: Michael Perry, alt. (Luke 1:68-79) Music: Hope Publishing Co. Words: ©1973 Jubilate Hymns Ltd., admin. by Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Benediction Leader: People:

Helen Yung, Asbury, UMC, Phoenix, AZ The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.

Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl

Retirement Banquet and Celebration of Ministry Friday, June 26, 2009 6:00 p.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Solana A-D Welcome

Rev. Jennifer Smith Co-Chair, Order of Elders

*Processional Hymn

“Soon and Very Soon”

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King; (Hallelujah!) soon and very soon, we are going to see the King; (Hallelujah!) soon and very soon, we are going to see the King. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We’re going to see the King. No more dying there, we are going to see the King; (Hallelujah!) No more dying there, we are going to see the King; (Hallelujah!) No more dying there, we are going to see the King; Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We’re going to see the King. No more crying there, we are going to see the King. (Hallelujah!) No more crying there, we are going to see the King. (Hallelujah!) No more crying there, we are going to see the King. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We’re going to see the King. Words: Andraé Crouch, 1978 (Rev. 21:3-4). Music: Andraé Crouch, 1978; adapt. by William Farley Smith, 1987. ©1978 by Communiqué Music, Inc. & Crouch Music Corp. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

Invocation

Rev. Ruth Blum Co-Chair, Order of Deacons

Dinner *Hymn

“He Lives” I serve a risen Savior, he’s in the world today; I know that he is living, whatever foes may say. I see his hand of mercy, I hear his voice of cheer, and just the time I need him, he’s always near. Refrain: He lives, he lives, Christ Jesus lives today! He walks with me and talks with me along life’s narrow way. He lives, he lives, salvation to impart! You ask me how I know he lives? He lives within my heart.

In all the world around me I see his loving care, and though my heart grows weary, I never will despair. I know that he is leading through all the stormy blast; the day of his appearing will come at last. Refrain Rejoice, rejoice, O Christian, lift up your voice and sing eternal hallelujahs to Jesus Christ the King! The hope of all who seek him, the help of all who find; none other is so loving, so good and kind. Refrain Words & Music: Alfred H. Ackley, 1933. ©1933 The Rodeheaver Co.

*Gospel Reading

Pastor Tracy Perry Chair, Association of Local Pastors Matthew 25:34-40

Recognition of Retirees

Rev. Tom Kiracofe President, Assoc. of Retired Ministers & Spouses

Rev. Dan Allen Rev. Jane Baker Rev. Jean Dumas Rev. Lynn Hamilton Rev. Shirley Montoya Pastor Roger Smith Rev. Larry Woodcock Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño Brothers and sisters in Christ, you came to us from congregations where the Spirit of the Lord was upon you; and you were charged to preach to the brokenhearted, to visit the captive, to anoint those who were bruised. These things you have done. We thank God for the community of the faithful in which the Word of God found response. Countless persons have depended upon you for help. In the providence of God, you know that both suffering and joy can be God’s way of teaching and healing. At your ordination or certification you received authority to read the Holy Scriptures in the Church of God, to preach the Word, to celebrate the Sacraments and to Order the life of the Church. You received authority to equip the people of God, to embody the unity of the congregations’ worship with its life in the world. By God’s grace you did many things that seemed to be beyond your power. 51

We Thank God that you were given the vision to be faithful. Death and illness have not come on schedule. The truth has not always been easy to preach. We know something of the grace by which you have lived, and we thank God for your vision. Never think lightly of the great good that God has wrought through you. Continue to be true to your calling. May God’s love and power be with you always. Let us pray together: God of grace, you fill your servants with the vision. You empower your servants with your Spirit. We give thanks for the ministry of these women and men, and for the ways in which you have ministered to us through them. Give them a sense of your abiding presence that they may continue to love and serve you, and ever grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen. Presentation of Aprons Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño In a gesture of thanks and gratitude for your many years of service, and in the reverse of the passing of the mantle that took place between Elijah and Elisha, we thought it might be appropriate to pass on to you a sign that speaks of the next phase of your life and ministry. As you retire from the Desert Southwest Conference, and as you wear these aprons, may you feel surrounded by our deep love and appreciation. Responses from the Retiring Class *Closing Song

“It is Well With My Soul”

When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul. Refrain: It is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul), it is well, it is well with my soul. Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, let this blest assurance control, that Christ has regarded my helpless estate, and hath shed his own blood for my soul. Refrain

My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought! My sin, not in part but the whole, is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more, praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul! Refrain And, Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, the clouds be rolled back as a scroll; the trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, even so, it is well with my soul. Refrain Words: Horatio G. Spafford, 1873. Music: Philip P. Bliss, 1876.

*Dismissal With Blessing

Rev. Paul Caseman Co-Chair, Order of Elders

For everything there is a season, a time for every matter under heaven. So, too, there is a time for movement, new adventure, and fields of service not yet touched. With love, we send you forth in the spirit of John Wesley: May the world be your parish. Go into the world and respond to the love of Christ in all you do. Live out the vision God has given you. May Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mercy, grace, and peace be with you. May you continue to be channels for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mercy, grace and preach to the world where you may be! Amen!

Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl

Rev. Dan Allen (P.75; F.78)(U., N East LA Univ 70)(S.St Paul School of Theo 77) (La. 75 School 77) (Davidson Memorial UMC 79) (March 1, Chaplain, St Francis Medical Center 79) (June 1, School-Research Mecical Center 8/80) (Aug 15 Chaplain: Desert Samaritan Hospital 2/97) DSW 85 Dir: Dept. of Rel. & Pastoral Care 97 (4/15/97 Chaplain, Vista Care Hospice) 97 Mesa: St. Matthew Oct 6 97 Chaplain. Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital 06 L/A

I began my formal journey into ministry during college as Youth Director of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, Louisiana. That experience solidified my feeling that full-time ordained ministry was the career track I would take in life, and after three years of service in the U. S. Army, I entered St. Paul School of Theology. After completing my Master of Divinity degree, I was appointed to Davidson Memorial UMC, a small inner-city church in Lafayette, Louisiana. To supplement my meager salary, I also worked as the United Methodist Chaplain at Lafayette General Hospital. Soon I integrated into the hospital community and was asked to become the Protestant Chaplain while continuing to serve my appointed church. Realizing a growing desire to do hospital ministry rather than pastor a local church, I asked for and received an appointment to attend Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. After completing 15 months of CPE, I was appointed as Director of Chaplaincy at Desert Samaritan Medical center in Mesa, Arizona. With changing responsibilities I found a greater need for advanced counseling skills. I began studying Gestalt Psychotherapy and spent three years in formal training while continuing hospital responsibilities. After completing training, I was invited and I accepted the invitation to join the teaching faculty, which included supervising students and teaching Gestalt to graduate students in counseling programs at various universities in the Phoenix area. I continued in my Director of Chaplaincy position in addition to the faculty position. After eighteen years at Desert Samaritan, my hours were reduced to half time due to a budget reduction, and I chose to leave and seek full-time employment. For six months I worked as a Chaplain for Vista Care Hospice. While finding this opportunity most fulfilling, there was an enormous amount of driving. I was offered an opportunity to join the Chaplain staff at Scottsdale Healthcare, and I accepted the position as staff chaplain at Scottsdale Shea where I worked for approximately ten years. After working for approximately thirty years with the ill and injured, I found myself becoming weary. Working in the hospital all day and being summoned regularly to the hospital and trauma center often late and throughout the nights and weekends, began to take its toll. I chose to resign my chaplaincy position and take the time I needed to re-examine my call to formal ministry. I have thus decided to resign from formal ministry and be open to Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s call however that manifests itself. 54

Rev. Jane Baker (P. ; F.97)(U.Oberlin 60)(S.Drew Theol 63) DSW 96 EAP, USPS, Phoenix, AZ 08 R’d

I was born in Northeastern Ohio and attended a small, New England type church complete with steeple. My parents tell me I was baptized at the age of 4. Between my baptism and my call to ministry, I have many fond memories of nurturing and solid Christian education in this tiny, but powerful congregation. I was given many opportunities to serve, even as a child. I played the piano for “opening exercises” at the age of 12 and joined the Sanctuary Choir. I had many mentors; one in particular encouraged me to go to summer youth institute at Lakeside my junior and senior years in high school. The summer before my senior year in high school I felt a strong call to the ordained ministry and, at the age of 17, obtained my local preacher’s license. Upon graduation from high school, I was faced with a difficult decision--whether to pursue a singing career and enter a conservatory of music, or to get a BA degree which would allow me to go to seminary. I chose the latter, and I was able to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I went on to Drew University School of Theology where I received my Master of Divinity degree. I won’t go into the details of what happened to me for the next 20 years. Suffice it to say, I did not become ordained but followed a call to social service instead. I got an MSW degree from St. Louis University School of Social Service and entered the counseling field. After joining Dayspring, I felt a renewed call to ministry and decided to become a diaconal minister. I felt I could serve the church and the world and combine my love for the church and my counseling skills in this capacity. I was overjoyed when I learned that diaconals could become ordained deacons and, without hesitation, followed this path. I could, at last, fulfill my original call! Currently, I combine my love for teaching adults, my love of singing, and my counseling expertise in my role as a deacon at Dayspring. My husband, Jim, and I have 5 grown children and 6 small grandchildren who are, unfortunately, scattered throughout the country. I guess you can easily see why I am not “retired” even though the conference says I am!

Rev. Jean Dumas (P.92; F.95)(U.Capital Univ 88)(S.METHESCO 92) W Ohio 91 Dublin Indian Run; 93 Minnesota: Racine; 00 Cannon Falls Christ; DSW 02 Sun City West: Shepherd of the Hills UMC 06 Sedona: Sedona UMC; Rt’d January 1, 09

My journey of Christian ministry stemmed from my parent’s example and knowledge that “I am God’s child.” As God’s child, my Christian journey has always been wrapped in grace, mercy and love. After raising a family, working as a pastry chef, chimney sweep, government employee, business owner and nurse, God called me into full-time ministry. I completed my undergraduate degree while simultaneously attending Methodist Theological School in Ohio and serving as student pastor in Columbus, Ohio. During my 3rd year of seminary, I was appointed associate pastor of an 1100 member church in Dublin, Ohio. In 1992, I was ordained deacon by the hands of Bishop Edsel Ammons at Lakeside, Ohio. In 1993, Stephen and I moved to Minnesota near our children and family. For 7 years I was senior pastor for a two-point charge as well as lead pastor for a six-point-parish of 1500 members, 3 pastors, covering 50 miles. In 1995, I was ordained Elder at Saint Cloud, MN by the hands of Bishop Sharron Brown Christopher. June of 2000, we moved to serve Randolph UMC, adding a contemporary worship, Stephen as my associate local pastor, and birthing a new congregational identity, Christ UMC. The Holy Spirit led to new families and a new building serving Christ in the community. Stephen and I headed for AZ in 2002 where I was blessed to serve on staff at Shepherd of the Hills UMC with Rev. Jeff Ebright. In June 2006, Bishop Carcaño appointed me to serve at Sedona UMC where God offered opportunities to serve His people through diverse ministries and the development of an Adult Day Care program. January 2009, retirement began with the care and companionship I share for my mother, Katherine, as I focus time, heart and energy on my family. I have served three annual conferences, have been a senior pastor, a lead pastor for a 1500 member parish, and an associate pastor for two 1000 memberplus congregations. I’ve had 33 confirmands and classes of 3. I’ve driven in MN white-outs, and AZ heat. I’ve led worship in warm country churches and in the beauty of AZ red rocks. I’ve served in large and small, rural and suburban settings. Every ministry, worship service, teaching opportunity, visit, mission, outreach, meeting and prayer has been wrapped in grace, mercy and love. My journey in ministry continues to surprise and challenge my life. I have served in ministry within The United Methodist Church for over 20 years. It has been a rich and beautiful privilege to be invited into the lives of those who are seeking, yearning, discovering, birthing and dying. Now, God’s call continues to guide my life. To serve God’s people and to share His love is central to my life. The journey continues by His leading and grace. 56

Rev. Lynn G. Hamilton (P. ; F.97)(U. )(S. ) DSW 97 Las Vegas: Holy Spirit Lutheran (Min. Ch. Ed) 98 Glendale: First UMC 06Henderson: Green Valley UMC (Assoc)

It is with mixed feelings that I write this. I’m excited about retirement, but a little sad about leaving active ministry and the day to day contact with so many wonderful people. I continue to be amazed by the faith and commitment of the parish leaders I’ve had the honor of serving. I prefer to always work for and speak to the glory of God. So if by these few words God is glorified, then I am pleased. My journey into the ministry has been unique. I experienced my call into the ministry when I was 16 at church camp. Growing up in Las Vegas, where for many years there wasn’t even a university, or a seminary nearby, I responded to that call as laity. While on staff at Trinity UMC in Las Vegas, the opportunity to explore Certification in Christian Education at Perkins presented itself. That time was followed by Certification in Youth Ministry, for which I had the honor of assisting in writing the guidelines. When God provided the opportunity to become a Diaconal Minister, I chose to take my courses at different seminaries to experience different parts of the country. In 1997, when the Order of Deacons was established, I jumped at the opportunity to finally become a pastor. I served Trinity UMC as a Coordinator of Youth Ministry for 12 years before joining the staff for seven years as Director of Youth Ministry. Bishop Galván appointed me to serve Holy Spirit Lutheran Church for 7 years, during which time I was consecrated a Diaconal Minister and ordained a Deacon in full connection. Bishop Dew appointed me to serve First Glendale UMC for 8 years, my only appointment outside the Las Vegas area. Bishop Carcaño appointed me to Green Valley UMC, Henderson three years ago. Much of my career has been serving the youth of our conference. It has been a great joy to see them mature, become leaders in their churches and communities, some joining the ranks of clergy, getting married and raising families. All are a credit to their upbringing in the United Methodist tradition. I have had many “firsts” and trail blazing opportunities – the first LV Cluster Youth Coordinator for 11 years, the first North District Youth Coordinator for eight years, the only Western Jurisdiction Youth Coordinator to serve four years, a founding officer of the youth leaders organization FAYM and editor of its quarterly resources. There are so many blessed memories and I thank God for each and every one. As I look forward to these retirement years, I find joy in anticipating spending quality time with my husband Ron, our daughter Debra and her children Erika & Chess, and our daughter Becky, her husband Jon and their children Taylor and Connor – all who live in Las Vegas. I have many projects planned. Most include continuing in the role of family historian – making DVD’s of home movies, and creating DVD’s of photo albums handed down through the generations. I plan to join a cousin in his search of family genealogy. After three months of extended rest, I plan to create a garden, redo our yards, enjoy more travel and long walks, and read several books a year for pleasure. 57

Rev. Shirley Montoya (P.96; F.01)(U.Fort Lewis Coll 88)(S.Iliff 92) DSW 96 Native Am Res Ministy: New Church Start 03 Tucson: Christ Church UM 04 Patagonia: Patagonia Community UMC 05 Overgaard: Shepherd of the Pines UMC 06 (Jan 16) L/A 08 (Jan) Navajo UMC Center 09 (Mar) Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d

A member of the Navajo nation, Rev. Shirley Montoya has been called to Native American ministries for much of her adult life. A graduate of Iliff School of Theology, Rev. Montoya served from 1994-96 as the Dean of Academic Affairs at Cook College and Theological School in Tempe, AZ. In 2001, she was ordained an elder in The United Methodist Church, Desert Southwest Conference. From 1996to 2003, Rev. Montoya was appointed to the Northern Arizona Native American Reservation Ministry, Kayenta, AZ. In that position, she sought to reach her own people with the good news of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love in Christ while retaining and respecting their native culture and traditions. Rev. Montoya then served Christ Church, United Methodist, Tucson (2003-2004), Patagonia Community Church (20042005) and Shepherd of the Pines UMC, Overgaard, AZ (2005-2006). In 20072008, Rev. Montoya served as the Spiritual Life Program Director/Chaplain at the Navajo United Methodist Center, Farmington, NM. In this position, she worked to bring hope and healing to women and children at the center. In addition to her appointed ministries, Rev. Montoya has served on Conference and general church committees that address the needs and concerns of Native American people. She has always sought to respectfully bring together her Navajo culture and her Christian faith. Rev. Montoya and her husband have three grown sons. She expects to continue to live and serve in Shiprock, NM, where her family lives.

Pastor Roger Smith (D.92)(U. )(S. ) DSW 86 (Oct 15) Somerton: United Methodist Church 89 Gila Mountain UM Fellowship 94 Parker: Parker UMC 99 Ajo: Ajo Federated Church

In high school, a call to ministry was growing, but counselors discouraged following up on this call because of a marked hesitation when speaking. Thirty years later, after marriage and children, two careers, one in the pleasure boating industry and later another in law enforcement and civil service, followed by early retirement and a move from Michigan to Yuma, Arizona, the call returned even stronger than the first time. While serving as a very part time local pastor at the Somerton, Arizona, charge, Roger became involved with a group of Yuma area pastors and lay people in establishing a new fellowship in the Yuma East Mesa area that took the name Gila Mountain United Methodist Fellowship. When the fellowship began to grow and hold regular services, he was chosen as the first appointed pastor. He continued to serve until the fellowship became a church and had built its first sanctuary. A move to Parker United Methodist Church followed and in 1998, another move to Ajo Federated Church. During the 1970s, Roger had become involved with chancel drama in the local church the family was attending, and that interest led to involvement over several years with the Worship Commission of the Detroit Annual Conference. The interest also led to an abiding desire to be part of various forms of experimental worship, both as a lay person in Yuma and as a pastor. In each of the charges served, a great joy was taken in leading discussion group studies of biblical texts focusing on encouraging the student to explore the form and use of words by the writers to lead to the underlying theological truths. But the greatest joy always and ever was to proclaim, however the chance came, the good news of a loving God, a living Savior, and eternity yet to come. Discussions are yet underway as to whether or not a series of short messages called â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Paper Pulpitâ&#x20AC;? in the Ajo Copper News will continue after retirement.

Rev. Dr. Larry A. Woodcock (P.00; F. 03) (U. Univ of Illinois 62)(S. Brite Divinity School 01) DSW 00 Brite Divinity School 01 Holbrook: Holbrook UMC 01 Winslow: First UMC 04 Tucson: St. James UMC

Rev. Woodcock finally answered God’s call rather late in life. The advantage to this is that I have had a great deal more of life’s experiences than many. This is how much of my theology has been formed. As a combat fighter pilot, I was aggressive, but I never lost sight of the basics of combat fighter flying. As a pilot flying C-9A medical evacuation air planes for the USAF Reserves, I never lost sight of the basics of flying and caring for hurting people. As a pilot for American Airlines for thirty years, I never lost sight of the basics of piloting in some very poor weather situations. As a pastor, I have never lost sight of the basics of Jesus Christ. I believe all the basics we need are contained in His Holy Word. I also believe we pastors sometimes lose sight of those basics in attempting to accommodate the society around us. The message I would like to leave behind is that, if we try to “reinterpret” Scripture so that it fits better with the society around us, we will ultimately “lose.” If we attempt to “reinterpret” the society around us to fit better with Scripture, we will not be very popular with anyone except the Lord God. We will, however, ultimately “win.” The Bible contains wonderful messages of love and forgiveness, but it also contains messages of judgment. If we preach the Bible, we must not neglect that message as we preach. Humans don’t like to suffer, yet Jesus tells us that we will suffer in His name. You have probably heard the term “keep the faith” before. Believe me, God really means it! Carol and I will retire to an area near Corona De Tucson. It is south and a little east of Tucson proper. Our ministry is not ending; it is merely entering a new phase. My ministry will only end when my Lord ends it! May God bless and keep you all!

Morning Watch Saturday, June 27, 2009 7:00 AM Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Courtyard Prayer Lord, I sing your praise, The whole day through until the night. Father’s nets are filled, I have helped him. We have drawn them in, Stamping the rhythm with our feet, The muscles tense. We have sung your praise. On the beach, there were our mothers, Who brought the blessing out of the nets, Out of the nets into their basins. They rushed to the market, Returned and brought again. Lord, what a blessing is the sea, With fish in plenty. Lord, that is the story of your grace. Nets tear, and we succumb Because we cannot hold them. Lord, with your praise we drop off to sleep. Carry us through the night, Make us fresh for the morning. Hallelujah for the day! And blessing for the night! Amen. (Ghana; traditional, from Sacred Poems and Prayers of Love, chosen by Mary Ford-Grabowsky)

Scripture

Luke 10:25-37

Meditation “The ultimate comfort food” is how Carlotta Flores describes the tamale. “To our family and our extended family, it is our history and tradition – not just meat and masa – that are wrapped in tamales. I recall the comfort of tamales at times of bereavement, at times of joy, at times of closeness with others. This ancient food holds memories good and sad--but most of all, it contains our family identity.” 61

. . . Carlotta has identified fifty different kinds of tamale, the two basic kinds being the regular tamale made in a dried corn husk that must be softened in warm water before shaping, and the green tamale of late summer and early fall (corn season) that is made in fresh, soft husks that impart an earthier flavor to the masa inside. Tamales are as essential to Christmas in a Mexican house as cookies are in other cultures. It is traditional for families to gather on Christmas Eve to make and eat tamales. The best way to learn to make a tamale is to watch someone do it because, while it is a simple process, it requires a significant amount of work. As Carlotta says, it is “not something to attempt if there is anything else you would rather be doing.” (Jane & Michael Stern in the El Charro Café Cookbook)

Questions for Reflection Who shows hospitality in this scripture reading? How are the roles reversed?

What foods hold the identities of our families? Of our church families? How is hospitality reflected in these foods?

How does Carlotta’s last statement reflect on our work and ministry?

What stories can we tell of God’s grace?

Prayer Faithful Friend of all who have no other friend, To You I hold them up in my heart: Stray animals and humans, Homeless, homesick, heartsick, Longing, lost. Please, send them some sign that You care; Make me alert to their need; Let each of us find our little corner In Your Household. Amen. (Brother David Steindl-Rast, from Sacred Poems and Prayers of Love, chosen by Mary Ford-Grabowsky)

Morning Prayer and Bible Study Saturday, June 27, 2009 8:30 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center *Greeting

*Morning Hymn

“All Who Hunger”

All who hunger, gather gladly; holy manna is our bread. Come from wilderness and wandering. Here, in truth, we will be fed. You that yearn for days of fullness, all around us is our food. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. All who hunger, never strangers; seeker, be a welcome guest. Come from restlessness and roaming. Here, in joy, we keep the feast. We that once were lost and scattered in communion’s love have stood. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. All who hunger, sing together; Jesus Christ is living bread. Come from loneliness and longing. Here, in peace, we have been led. Blest are those who from this table live their lives in gratitude. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (Exod. 16:13-15; Ps. 34:8; John 4:10; 1 Cor. 5:8) Music: William Moore. Words ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

*Opening Prayer

Rev. Dr. Sun Ug (Isaac) Choh First UMC, Tucson, AZ

Prayer will be led in Korean: God invites us all to God’s holy table. As we gather this morning, we remember our sisters and brothers from above and below the equator, from the North and from Down Under, from every time zone around the globe. As today’s sunlight inches across land and sea, 63

Christians gather to celebrate their place in God’s family. All are invited and all are welcome. Come, for God has prepared the Table for us. Amen. Psalm 63

“As Morning Breaks”

RESPONSE:

Verses sung by cantor:

O God, you are my God, for you I long; for you my soul is thirsting. My body pines for you, like a dry, weary land without water. So I gaze on you in your holy place to see your strength and your glory.

For your love is better than life, my lips will speak your praise. So I will bless you all my life, in your name I will lift up my hands. My soul shall be filled as with a banquet, my mouth shall praise you with joy.

R On my bed I remember you. On you I muse through the night, for you have been my help; in the shadow of your wings I rejoice. My soul clings to you; your right hand holds me fast. R Words: The Grail (Ps. 63:2-3, 4-6, 7-9). Music: Michael Joncas. Words ©1963 The Grail, England; GIA Publications, Inc; refrain trans. ©1974 ICEL; music ©1985 OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

Time of Silence

Psalm 34

“Taste and See”

RESPONSE

I will bless the Lord at all times; God’s praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the afflicted hear and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt God’s name together! I sought the Lord, who answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. Look to God and be radiant, so your faces shall never be ashamed. 65

The poor cried out, and the Lord heard, and saved them out of all their troubles. The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear God, and delivers them. O taste and see that the Lord is good! Happy are those who take refuge in God! R O fear the Lord, you his holy ones, for those who fear God have no want! The young lions suffer want and hunger, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. Come, O children, listen to me, I will teach you the fear of the Lord. Which of you desires life and covets many days to enjoy good? Keep your tongue from evil, and your lips from speaking deceit. Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it. R The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous; the ears of the Lord hear their cry. The face of the Lord is against evildoers, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth. When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous; but the Lord delivers them. The Lord keeps all their bones; not one of them is broken. Evil shall slay the wicked; and those who hate the righteous will be condemned. The Lord redeems the life of his servants; none of those who take refuge in God will be condemned.

Time of Silence

Psalm 46

“You Are Mine”

I will come to you in the silence, I will lift you from all your fear. You will hear my voice, I claim you as my choice, be still and know I am here. I am hope for all who are hopeless, I am eyes for all who long to see. In the shadows of the night, I will be your light, come and rest in me. Refrain: Do not be afraid, I am with you. I have called you each by name. Come and follow me, I will bring you home; I love you and you are mine. I am strength for all the despairing, healing for the ones who dwell in shame. All the blind will see, the lame will all run free, and all will know my name. Refrain I am the Word that leads to all freedom, I am the peace the world cannot give. I will call your name, embracing all your pain, stand up, now walk, and live! Refrain Words: David Haas (Ps. 46:10; Isa. 43:1; John 14:27) Music: David Haas. ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Gospel Reading

Glen Simpson Faith Springs UMF, Las Vegas, NV Conference Young Adult Coordinator Luke 10:25-37

Leader: People:

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed Closing Prayer

Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. Rev. Dr. Sun Ug (Isaac) Choh First UMC, Tucson, AZ

Prayer will be led in Korean: Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful. Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you, with all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another with psalms and hymns and 67

spiritual songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father. Amen. *Closing Song

“We Are Called”

Come! Live in the light! Shine with the joy and the love of the Lord! We are called to be light for the kingdom, to live in the freedom of the city of God! Refrain: We are called to act with justice, we are called to love tenderly, we are called to serve one another, to walk humbly with God! Come! Open your heart! Show your mercy to all those in fear! We are called to be hope for the hopeless, so all hatred and blindness will be no more!

Refrain

Sing! Sing a new song! Sing of that great day when all will be one! God will reign, and we’ll walk with each other as sisters and brothers united in love! Refrain Words: David Haas (Mic. 6:8). Music: David Haas. ©1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A715075.

Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl

A Service of Retirement, Ordination, & Commissioning Saturday, June 27, 2009 7:00 p.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center GATHERING Gathering Music

Sing To Hymn “Come, Now Is the Time to Worship”

Come, now is the time to worship. Come, now is the time to give your heart. Come, just as you are to worship. Come, just as you are before your God. Come. Chorus:

One day ev’ry tongue will confess You are God. One day ev’ry knee will bow. Still the greatest treasure remains for those who gladly choose You now. (repeat)

Come, now is the time to worship. Come, now is the time to give your heart. Come, just as you are to worship. Come, just as you are before your God. Come. Chorus (repeat) Words and Music by Brian Doerksen. ©1998 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire) Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

*Processional Hymn

“Sing a New Church”

Summoned by the God who made us Rich in our diversity, Gathered in the name of Jesus, Richer still in unity: Refrain:

Let us bring the gifts that differ And, in splendid, varied ways, Sing a new church into being, One in faith and love and praise.

Radiant risen from the water, Robed in holiness and light, Male and female in God’s image, Male and female, God’s delight: Refrain 69

Trust the goodness of creation; Trust the Spirit strong within. Dare to dream the vision promised, Sprung from seed of what has been.

Refrain

Bring the hopes of ev’ry nation; Bring the art of ev’ry race. Weave a song of peace and justice; Let it sound through time and space.

Refrain

Draw together at one table All the human family; Shape a circle ever wider And a people ever free. Refrain Text: 87 87 D; Delores Dufner,OSB, ©1991, The Sisters of St. Benedict. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Music: J. Wyeth’s Repository of Sacred Music, Pt. II, 1813. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Greeting and Prayer Bishop Minerva Carcaño The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Our help is in the name of the Lord. The Creator of heaven and earth. We come together as the Church to offer praise and thanksgiving to God, to hear the Holy Word, and to seek for ourselves and others the power, presence, and direction of the Holy Spirit. Let us pray. Eternal God, by Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit you gave to your apostles many excellent gifts. Give your grace to all who have been called to representative ministry, that they may with diligence and faithfulness fulfill their various ministries. Grant that we your people may follow where you lead, perfect our ministries, and live in joyful obedience to your will; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen. Recognition of Our Common Ministry Bishop Minerva Carcaño Ministry is the work of God, done by the people of God. Through baptism all Christians are made part of the priesthood of all believers, the church, Christ’s 70

body, made visible in the world. We all share in Christ’s ministry of love and service for the redemption of the human family and the whole of creation. Therefore, in celebration of our common ministry, I call upon all God’s people gathered here to remember your baptism and be thankful! We remember our baptism and affirm our common ministry with gladness. Recognition of Retirement We regret that due to medical and other concerns not all of our retirees are with us. We thank God for their many years of faithful service and pray that the Holy Spirit will continue to be present with them on this night and into the years to come. When the Retirees have reached their places in the aisles, all in the congregation are invited to move toward the nearest Retiree. Please join in the act of laying hands on the Retirees as they are blessed by the Bishop. If you are not near enough to touch a Retiree, touch the person next to you as they reach out toward the Retiree. Brothers and sisters in Christ, you came to us from congregations where the Spirit of the Lord was upon you; and you were charged to preach to the brokenhearted, to visit the captive, to anoint those who were bruised. These things you have done. And for this we are grateful. Rev. Dan Allen Rev. Jane Baker Rev. Jean Dumas Rev. Lynn Hamilton Rev. Shirley Montoya Pastor Roger Smith Rev. Larry Woodcock Bishop leads the congregation in a time of prayer. Amen. Response Mayenziwe ‘ntando yakho. Mayenziwe ‘ntando yakho. Mayenziwe ‘ntando yakho. Mayenziwe ‘ntando yakho. Mayenziwe ‘ntando yakho.

“Mayenziwe (Your Will Be Done)” Your will be done on earth, O Lord. Your will be done on earth, O Lord. Your will be done on earth, O Lord. Your will be done on earth, O Lord. Your will be done on earth, O Lord.

Words: Trad. South African (Xhosa) Music: Trad. South African

The people return to their seats. 71

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD Invitation to the Word

“Listen to the Word” (unison) (unison

Composer unknown

Old Testament Reading

Kathleen Athey, Julius Keller Melissa Rynders, Amy Barron-Gafford Genesis 12:1-3

Refrain

“Listen to the Word” (unison)

Psalm 139

Kathleen Athey, Dot Saunders-Perez, Michael Kelley, George Smoot

Refrain

“Listen to the Word” (unison)

New Testament Reading

Melissa Rynders Amy Barron-Gafford, Paula Latu Philippians 2:1-11

*Refrain

“Listen to the Word” (unison)

*Gospel Reading

George Smoot, Julius Keller, Dot Saunders-Perez, Paula Latu Luke 22:7-16

Leader: People: *Refrain

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. “Listen to the Word” (aleatory: each person chooses to begin and end singing at will)

Sermon

Bishop Gregory V. Palmer THE ACT OF COMMISSIONING Rev. Pam Wagner Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry

Throughout Christian history, the church has commissioned people for leadership and service. This commissioning is always a response to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, who calls and sends women and men to share in Christ’s ministry. In the early church in Antioch, the Holy Spirit instructed the community to set apart Barnabas and Saul for the work to which God called them (Acts 13:2). In the early stages of such ministerial service, ordained leaders walk with commissioned leaders to mentor and form them in Christ’s ministry, just as Ananias, the more seasoned leader, guided Paul, the newly called evangelist, toward the fullness of his calling (Acts 9). We gather here tonight to commission one called forth from the community of the baptized, for ministry in the church. Presentation of Candidate for Commissioning

Rev. Stewart Lewis Registrar, Board of Ordained Ministry

I present for commissioning Sherry S. Brady who has been elected as a probationary member to perform the duties of the ministry of deacon. She has completed the educational requirements prescribed by the Book of Discipline, and she comes with the affirmation of her local church, district committee on ordained ministry, and the annual conference Board of Ordained Ministry. After the candidate has been presented, she remains standing and faces the bishop. The bishop says to the congregation: Christ gave this command: “Ask the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest.” This one before us knows our Savior’s concern for God’s people, she sees the plentiful harvest, and is ready to respond generously to the Lord in the words of the prophet: “Here I am; send me.” Urged on by the love of Christ and strengthened by the Holy Spirit, she comes to declare in public her desire to bind herself to the service of God and to be appointed to share in the ministry of Christ. The Church has discerned that she is a person of sound learning and of Christian character, possessing the necessary gifts and signs of God’s grace for this ministry. We ask you, people of God, to declare your assent to the commissioning of Sherry. Do you trust that she is called by God’s grace, to be commissioned? We do so trust! Thanks be to God! 73

Will you uphold her in her ministry? With God’s help, we will! Examination of Candidate for Commissioning The bishop examines the candidate: Our sister in Christ, this is a solemn hour in your life and the life of the church. You have shared in the ministry of all the baptized and have witnessed to Christ’s call to leadership among the people of God. Serving among us as a faithful disciple, you have shown gifts and graces for leading the people of God in living and proclaiming the gospel to all people. Do you believe that you are called to the work of leadership and service among the people of God? I do so believe. Do you believe in the Triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? I do so believe and confess. Are you persuaded that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments contain all things necessary for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ and are the unique and authoritative standard for the church’s faith and life? I am so persuaded, by God’s grace. Will you be faithful in prayer, in the study of the Holy Scriptures, and with the help of the Holy Spirit continually rekindle the gift of God that is in you? I will, with the help of God. Will you do your best to pattern your life in accordance with the teachings of Christ? I will, with the help of God. Will you, in the exercise of your ministry, lead the people of God to faith in Jesus Christ, to participate in the life and work of the community, and to seek peace, justice, and freedom for all people? I will, with the help of God. Will you be loyal to The United Methodist Church, accepting its order, liturgy, doctrine, and discipline, defending it against all doctrines contrary to God’s Holy Word, and committing yourself to be accountable with those serving with you, and to the bishop and those who are appointed to supervise your ministry? I will, with the help of God.

The bishop addresses the candidate: May God, who has given you the will to do these things, give you grace to perform them, that the work begun in you may be brought to perfection. Amen. Prayer of Commissioning The candidate kneels. The bishop, extending arms over the candidate, prays: God of the apostles and prophets, of the martyrs and teachers, you raise up men and women to be apostolic leaders in your church. By your Holy Spirit help this your servant, to understand and live the mystery of your love with boldness and joy. Deepen her sense of purpose as she exercises commissioned ministry. Empower her, with all of your people, to heal the sick, love the outcast, resist evil, preach the word, and give herself freely for your name’s sake. The bishop, laying both hands upon the candidate, prays: Pour out your Holy Spirit upon Sherry S. Brady. Send her now to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, to announce the reign of God, and to equip the church for ministry, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. The bishop says: Let us pray. Then all but the one being commissioned pray: Almighty God, may the grace of ministry rest upon this your servant and may the opportunity to serve lead her into the fullness of your calling. Clothe her with your righteousness, and grant that she may glorify you by giving herself to others, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Hymn

“God of Love and God of Power” God of love and God of power, grant us in this burning hour grace to ask these gifts of thee, daring hearts and spirits free. God of love and God of power, thou hast called us for this hour. We are not the first to be banished by our fears from thee; give us courage, let us hear heaven’s trumpets ringing clear. God of love and God of power, thou hast called us for this hour. All our lives belong to thee, thou our final loyalty; slaves are we whene’er we share that devotion anywhere. God of love and God of power, thou hast called us for this hour. 75

God of love and God of power, make us worthy of this hour; offering lives if it’s thy will, keeping free our spirits still. God of love and God of power, thou hast called us for this hour. Words: Gerald H. Kennedy, ca. 1939. Music: Joachim Neander, 1680.

THE ACT OF ORDINATION Rev. Pam Wagner Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry Anchored in the baptismal call to lives of love, justice, and service, there are some Christians whose gifts, evidence of God’s grace, and promise of future usefulness are affirmed by the community, and who respond to God’s call by offering themselves in leadership as ordained ministers. Ordination is an act of the Holy Spirit, confirmed by the prayerful affirmation of the gathered church. The rite of ordination is the climax of a process in which the community discerns call, the gifts, and the effectiveness for ministry. Ordination confers a new identity as well as authority for ministry. The new identity of the ordained is always claimed in relation to Christ and his call to leadership and service with the baptized for the life of the world. The authority is always exercised in stewardship of the mysteries of the gospel and of the church’s mission in the world. Upon ordination, deacons and elders become accountable to the whole church, to the community of the ordained, and to the order of deacons or elders of which they are a part. With joy we celebrate this historic ritual of ordination. Presentation of Candidates to Be Ordained Elders and Deacons Sara Evans Sierra Vista UMC, Sierra Vista, AZ A lay member of the Board of Ordained Ministry: On behalf of the laity of local congregations who have examined and approved these candidates . . ., Rev. Larry Norris Cook College & Theological School, Tempe, AZ An elder member of the Board of Ordained Ministry: . . . and on behalf of the Board of Ordained Ministry of this annual conference, which has recommended these persons, and this annual conference, which has approved them,

Together the lay and elder members of the Board of Ordained Ministry: . . . we present these persons to be ordained deacon: Amy Katherine Barron-Gafford L. Michael Kelley . . . these persons to be ordained elder: Kathleen Athey Julius C. Keller Paula Ha'one'one Latu Melissa Anne Rynders Dorothy Saunders-Perez George Smoot After all the candidates have been presented, they remain standing, and the bishop says: These persons are by God’s grace to be ordained to ministry in Christ’s holy church. Those authorized by the Church to inquire about them have discerned that they are persons of sound learning and of Christian character, and possess the necessary signs of God’s grace, and have demonstrated a profound commitment to serve Jesus Christ. Therefore, we believe them to be duly called to serve God. We ask you, people of God, to declare your assent to the ordination of these persons. Do you trust that they are worthy, by God’s grace, to be ordained? We do! Thanks be to God! Will you uphold them in their ministry? With God’s help, we will! The candidates and the bishop stand and face one another. The bishop examines the candidates: Ordination is a gift from God to the church and is exercised in covenant with the whole church and within the covenant of the order of deacons or elders. My brothers and sisters in Christ, you have been called to an ordained ministry. The church now confirms your calling through ordination. As ordained ministers, you are to be co-workers with the laity, bishops, deacons, diaconal ministers, commissioned ministers, and elders. Remember that you are called to serve rather than to be served, to proclaim the faith of the church and no other, to look after the concerns of God above all. So that we may know that you believe yourselves to be called by God and that you profess the Christian faith, we ask you: 77

Do you believe that God has called you to the life and work of ordained ministry? I do so believe. Do you believe in the Triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? I do so believe and confess. Are you persuaded that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments contain all things necessary for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ and are the unique and authoritative standard for the church’s faith and life? I am so persuaded, by God’s grace. Will you be faithful in prayer, in the study of the Holy Scriptures, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, continually rekindle the gift of God that is in you? I will, with the help of God. Will you do your best to pattern your life in accordance with the teachings of Christ? I will, with the help of God. Will you, in the exercise of your ministry, lead the people of God to faith in Jesus Christ, to participate in the life and work of the community, and to seek peace, justice, and freedom for all people? I will, with the help of God. Will you be loyal to The United Methodist Church, accepting its order, liturgy, doctrine, and discipline, defending it against all doctrines contrary to God’s Holy Word, and committing yourself to be accountable with those serving with you, and to the bishop and those who are appointed to supervise your ministry? I will, with the help of God. The bishop addresses the candidates: May God, who has given you the will to do these things, give you grace to perform them, that the work begun in you may be brought to perfection. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. Examination of Deacons Deacon candidate stands, facing the bishop. The bishop examines the candidate: A deacon is called to share in Christ’s ministry of servanthood, to relate the life of the community to its service in the world, to lead others into Christian discipleship, to nurture disciples for witness and service, 78

Here a large Bible is lifted by an assistant. To lead in worship, to teach and proclaim God’s Word, to assist elders at Holy Baptism and Holy Communion, Here a basin with pitcher is lifted by an assistant. To interpret to the church the world’s hurts and hopes, to serve all people, particularly the poor, the sick, and the oppressed, and to lead Christ’s people in ministries of compassion and justice, liberation, and reconciliation even in the face of hardship and personal sacrifice. These are the duties of a deacon. Do you believe that God has called you to the life and work of a deacon? I do so believe. Will you, for the sake of the church’s life and mission, covenant to participate in the order of deacons? Will you give yourself to God through the order of deacons in order to sustain and build each other up in prayer, study, worship, and service? I will, with the help of God, and with the help of my sisters and brothers in the order of deacons. Laying on of Hands and Prayer for Deacons The bishop, facing the ordinands, calls the people to prayer: As these persons are ordained by God and the church for the ministry of deacons to which we believe they have been called by the Holy Spirit, let us pray: The candidates kneel as the people pray for them in song. Hymn of Prayer “Live In Charity (Ubi Caritas)” Live in charity and steadfast love, live in charity; God will dwell with you.

Ubi caritas et amor, ubi caritas Deus ibi est.

Words: 9th cent. Latin (1 Cor. 13:2-8) Music: Jacques Berthier and the Community of Taizé. © 1979 Les Pressses de Taizé (France), admin. By GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. Words & Music: Daniel Iverson, 1926; Words: adapt. © 1935, renewal © 1963 Birdwell Music. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

The bishop, with hands extended over the ones being ordained, prays: We thank you, Living God, that in your great love you sent Jesus Christ to take the form of a servant, becoming obedient even to death on the cross, and now resurrected and exalted in the heavens. You have taught us, by his word and example, that whoever would be great among us must be servant of all.

Give these servants grace to be faithful to their promises, constant in their discipleship, and always ready for works of loving service. Make them modest and humble, gentle and strong, rooted and grounded in love. Give them a share in the ministry of Jesus Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. Amen. Representatives from the laity, the ecumenical church, and the order of deacons who are to join in the laying on of hands stand with the bishop. Family members and friends are invited to stand where they are for silent prayer during the laying on of hands for the ordinand. The bishop lays both hands on the ordinand, praying, Almighty God, pour upon Name the Holy Spirit for the office and work of a deacon in Christâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s holy church. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. The candidate places hands on a Bible as the bishop says: Name, take authority as a deacon to proclaim the Word of God, and to lead Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people to serve the world in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. Examination of Elders Elder Candidates stand, facing the bishop. The bishop examines the elder candidates: An elder is called to share in the ministry of Christ and of the whole church: to preach and teach the Word of God Here a large Bible may be lifted by an assistant. . . . and faithfully administer the sacraments of Holy Baptism and Holy Communion; Here a paten and chalice may be lifted. . . . lead the people of God in worship and prayer; to lead persons to faith in Jesus Christ; to exercise pastoral supervision, order the life of the congregation, counsel the troubled, and declare the forgiveness of sin; to lead the people of God in obedience to Christâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission in the world; to seek justice, peace, and freedom for all people; and to take a responsible place in the government of the Church and in service in and to the community. These are the duties of an elder. Do you believe that God has called you to the life and work of an elder? I do so believe. 80

Will you, for the sake of the church’s life and mission, covenant to participate in the order of elders? Will you give yourself to God through the order of elders in order to sustain and build each other up in prayer, study, worship, and service? I will, with the help of God, and the help of my sisters and brothers in the order of elders. Laying on of Hands and Prayer for Elders The bishop, facing the ordinands, calls the people to prayer: As these persons are ordained by God and the church for the ministry of elder to which we believe they have been called by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for them by singing: The candidates kneel as the people pray for them in song. Hymn of Prayer

“Take, O Take Me As I Am”

The bishop, with hands extended over those being ordained, prays: We praise you, eternal God, because you have called us to be a priestly people, offering to you acceptable worship through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Apostle and High Priest, Shepherd and Bishop of our souls. We thank you that, by dying, Christ has overcome death and, having ascended into heaven, has poured forth gifts abundantly on your people, making some apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up Christ’s body, and to fulfill your gracious purpose in the world. 81

Give to these your servants the grace and power they need to serve you in this ministry. Make them faithful pastors, patient teachers, and wise counselors. Enable them to serve without reproach, to proclaim the gospel of salvation, to administer the sacraments of the new covenant, and to offer with all your people spiritual sacrifices acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Representatives from the laity, the ecumenical church, and the order of elders who are to join in the laying on of hands stand with the bishop. Family members and friends are invited to stand where they are for silent prayer during the laying on of hands for each ordinand. The bishop lays both hands on each ordinand, praying: Almighty God, pour upon Name the Holy Spirit, for the office and work of an elder in Christ’s holy church. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. Immediately, the candidate places hands on a Bible as the bishop says: Name, take authority as an elder to preach the Word of God, and to administer the Holy Sacraments in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All audibly affirm the action, saying, Amen. Offering

Rev. Scott Ritchey ECH Justa Center, Phoenix, AZ

Our offering this evening will go to the Sierra Leone Nothing But Nets Project Nothing But Nets is a global, grassroots campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa. Your gifts will help to purchase bed nets to end malaria in Sierra Leone.

Offertory

Sing To Hymn “You Are a Child of Mine”

I’ve been hearing voices Telling me that I could Never be what I wanna be. They’re binding me with lies, Haunting me at night, And saying there’s nothing to believe.

Somewhere in the quietness, When I’m overcome with loneliness, I hear You call my name. And like a father You are near And as I listen I can hear You say Chorus: You are a child of Mine Born of My own design And you bear the heart of life. No matter where you go, Oh, you will always know You have been made free in Christ. You are a child of Mine And so I listen as You tell me who I am And who it is I’m gonna be. And I hang on every word, Knowing I have heard I am Yours and I am free. But when I am alone at night That is when I hear the lie You’ll never be enough And though I’m giving into fear If I listen I can hear You say Chorus I am calling… I am calling… I am calling…

Chorus

*Presentation of the Gifts

“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”

The families of the ordinands bring in the gifts. 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! Words: Thomas Ken, 1674; adapt. By Gilbert H. Vieira, 1978. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. UMH #94 Reproduced with permission under license #L14458, LicenSingOnline. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

THANKSGIVING Service of Holy Communion

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño Bishop Elías Galván Bishop Gregory V. Palmer Rev. Ross Parrott, Lakeview UMC, Sun City, AZ Rev. Ruth Blum, Dove of the Desert UMC, Glendale, AZ

Taking the Bread and Cup The Great Thanksgiving The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is right to give you our thanks and praise, Holy God, Planter of green pastures where we might be fed; Pooler of waters which nourish us forever; Shaper of paths which lead us into your presence: all that you made is beautiful and good and given to those created in your image. Sadly, our wisdom leads us to choose hunger over the feast you prepare for us; we thirst in the deserts when we could drink deeply from your grace; we stumble off those paths leading to your holy presence. Yet you continue to seek us out, to bring us home to your kingdom, preparing a feast for those who will not respond to your gracious invitation. Therefore, we lift our voices to you day and night, with those gathered around your throne and with those who struggle to be faithful today, singing your praise and our thanksgiving:

Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal (Isa. 6:3; Matt. 21:9). Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ©1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Holy are you, Shepherd of all people, and blessed is Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, one with you in every respect. For your name’s sake, he left the green pastures to climb the garbage heap of Golgotha; he waded out of the living waters to be drenched with the abuse of the world; he wandered the streets of the kingdom covered with the dust of sin and death to lead us into the kingdom of abundant grace. On the night in which he gave himself up for us, he took bread, gave thanks to you, broke the bread, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” When the supper was over, he took the cup, gave thanks to you, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Drink from this, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, poured out for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ’s offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith.

Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal. Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ÂŠ1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ÂŠ1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Pour out your Holy Spirit on us gathered here, and upon these gifts of bread and cup you have prepared for your Table. As the bread which is broken makes us whole, and the cup overflows with your grace, so pour us out for others: so we may offer shelter to those who have no home; so we may comfort those whose hearts are broken by the world; so we may share food with all who ache from hunger; so we may guide the thirsty to the pools of life we have found. By your Spirit make us one with Christ, one with each other, and one in ministry to all the world. And when our journey is ended, when we are at home in the soft, green pastures, resting by the still waters, we will find that feast of grace, mercy, and hope you prepare for us, and we will join with our companions from every time and every place, singing joy to you. Through your Son Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in your holy Church, all honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and for ever. 87

Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal. Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ©1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

The Lord’s Prayer And now, with the confidence of children of God, let us pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. Breaking the Bread Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all partake in the one loaf. The bread which we break is a sharing in the body of Christ. The cup over which we give thanks is a sharing in the blood of Christ.

“Lamb of God #2” (Agnus Dei) Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, have mercy on us. Bread of life and saving cup, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, have mercy on us. Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy, and grant us your peace. Words: from the Mass Music: Michael Joncas (The Psallite Mass) © 1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

The Invitation to Ministry Those who are sensing a call to ministry are invited to join members of the Board of Ordained Ministry and Appointive Cabinet for prayer after receiving Holy Communion. Meet them near either of the screens at the front of the room. Giving the Bread and Cup “Hungry (Falling on My Knees)” Hungry I come to You for I know You satisfy. I am empty, but I know Your love does not run dry. So I wait for You So I wait for You. Chorus: I’m falling on my knees, offering all of me. Jesus, You’re all this heart is living for. Broken I run to You for Your arms are open wide I am weary, but I know Your touch restores my life. So I wait for You. So I wait for You. Chorus (repeat) Words and Music by Kathryn Scott. ©1999 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire). Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

“Breathe” This is the air I breathe This is the air I breathe Your holy presence living in me. This is my daily bread This is my daily bread Your very word spoken to me. Chorus:

And I . . . I’m desperate for You. And I . . . I’m lost without You.

This is the air I breathe This is the air I breathe Your holy presence living in me. This is my daily bread This is my daily bread Your very word spoken to me. Chorus (repeat) Words and Music by Marie Barnett. ©1995 Mercy / Vineyeard Publishing (Admin. by Music Services). Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

“All Who Are Thirsty” All who are thirsty All who are weak Come to the fountain Dip your heart in the stream of life Let the pain and the sorrow Be washed away In the waves of His mercy As deep cries out to deep, (we sing) Chorus:

Come Lord Jesus, Come Come Lord Jesus, Come Come Lord Jesus, Come Come Lord Jesus, Come

All who are thirsty All who are weak Come to the fountain Dip your heart in the stream of life Let the pain and the sorrow 90

Be washed away In the waves of His mercy As deep cries out to deep, (we sing)

Chorus

Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit Come As deep cries out to deep As deep cries out to deep As deep cries out to deep

Chorus

*Prayer after Receiving Let us pray: We thank you gracious God, for giving yourself to us and for uniting us in the communion of your Holy Spirit. Continue to clothe us with your righteousness as our lives are stirred up, transitioned, and transformed by your Spirit.

Rev. Jean Dumas

This night we celebrate our retirements Pastor Roger Smith and our new beginnings. In everything we are and do, may we continue to glorify you by giving ourselves to others; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. Amen. *Dismissal with Blessing

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño

The grace of Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all always. The newly commissioned deacon dismisses the people: Sherry S. Brady Go in peace to serve God and your neighbor in all that you do. We are sent in Christ’s name. Thanks be to God!

GOING FORTH *Recessional

“The Church’s One Foundation”

The church’s one foundation is Jesus Christ her Lord; she is his new creation by water and the Word. From heaven he came and sought her to be his holy bride; with his own blood he bought her, and for her life he died. Elect from every nation, yet one o’er all the earth; her charter of salvation, one Lord, one faith, one birth; one holy name she blesses, partakes one holy food, and to one hope she presses, with every grace endued. Though with a scornful wonder we see her sore oppressed, by schisms rent asunder, by heresies distressed, yet saints their watch are keeping; their cry goes up, “How long?” And soon the night of weeping shall be the morn of song. Mid toil and tribulation, and tumult of her war, she waits the consummation of peace forevermore; till, with the vision glorious, her longing eyes are blest, and the great church victorious shall be the church at rest. Yet she on earth hath union with God the Three in One, and mystic sweet communion with those whose rest is won. O happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace that we like them, the meek and lowly, on high may dwell with thee. Words: Samuel J. Stone, 1866. Music: Samuel Sebastian Wesley, 1864.

Postlude

Sing To Hymn “More”

Take a look at the mountain stretching a mile high Take a look at the ocean far as your eye can see And think of Me Take a look at the desert. Do you feel like a grain of sand? I am with you wherever; where you go is where I am And I’m always thinking of you Take a look around you I’m spelling it out one by one

Chorus:

I love you more than the sun And the stars that I taught how to shine You are Mine, and you shine for Me too I love you yesterday and today And tomorrow, I’ll say it again and again I love you more

Just a face in the city, just a tear on a crowded street But you are one in a million, and you belong to Me And I want you to know that I’m not letting go Even when you come undone Chorus Shine for Me You shine for Me You shine on, you shine on. You shine for Me.

Chorus

And I see you And I made you And I love you more than you can imagine More than you can fathom I love you more than the sun And you shine for Me Words and Music by Matthew West, Jason Houser, and Kenny Greenberg. © 2003 Westies, Inc. Music Publishing. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704.

Please greet the ordinands, commissionees, and retirees throughout the foyer of the hotel after the service. Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl and by Sing To Hymn, the youth praise band of Paradise Valley United Methodist Church, Paradise Valley, AZ: Kelly Berger – piano & vocals Heather Arkwright – vocals Jon Rice – vocals Zack Mills – guitar & vocals Andrew McKee – bass guitar Cody Moore – drums & percussion John Kouns is the Youth Ministries Director at PVUMC. Communion bread provided by the Faiana Prescott family Kneelers provided by churches from the Desert Southwest Conference The chalice & paten and pitcher & basin sets were made especially for our ordinands by Winston Taylor. www.winstontaylor.com The stoles were made especially for our ordinands by Rev. Cynthia Langston Kirk. www.piecingstories.com The stained glass cross necklace was made especially for our commissionee by William Gafford, Angel House Stained Glass Ministry, Cypress UMC, Cypress, TX

The Stoles Given to the Ordinands God has set and sets the table for us in a multitude of ways and invites us into that ultimate reign of Shalom. The ordinands’ stoles reflect some of the overarching aspects of that table grace: peace, joy, reconciliation, covenant, new life, hope, baptism and creation.

Peace God calls us to live and work for Peace, to commit our lives to that great Shalom. Kathleen’s stole is swirls of blue and white with a dove and olive branch on the left side and a river on the right. The dove against a backdrop of chaotic movement depicts the peace we can know in God: peace in the midst of the storm or peace that surpasses our understanding. On the backside of Kathleen’s stole are also the words to a song that is a favorite at the Academy for Spiritual Formation. The lyrics are “Peace is flowing like a river, flowing out from you and me, flowing out into the desert, setting all the captives free.”

Joy God’s grace and love bring us to the place of joy, immovable joy that is not synonymous with happiness. This is the profound joy of knowing that God loves us and all of creation, the joy of being able to dance because of and in spite of life events. Melissa’s stole could be worn for Pentecost or any joyful occasion in the faith community. The right side depicts a dancer with ribbons in yellows, oranges and reds. The left side of the stole in red and orange matches the dancer’s skirt, not the right side of the stole, reminding us that God often surprises us by Joy.

Covenant God promised Abram and Sarai; then a promise with Abraham and Sarah that their offspring would be more than the stars in the sky and the grains of sand on the shore. With this promise, God also pledged to be God to them and all their descendants. The upper portion of George’s stole represents the stars in the sky and the lower portion represents the grains of sand on the shore, but more importantly the stole represents the covenants God made with our ancestors and keeps with us today.

Hope (Light in the Darkness) Amy is a hospice chaplain and much of her work is to be and/or remind people of God’s light in the dark hours of death, dying, and grief. The Tree of Life on her stole is purple to represent the darkness and times of lament. The leaves on the tree go from purple to green to light green. In the branches and surrounding the tree are a nest and eggs and a butterfly, symbols of new life and hope, even when hope seems to have packed its bags and departed. Above the tree flies a dove of peace, again symbolizing the peace in God that is beyond our comprehension.

Reconciliation God in Christ calls us to be transformed to a new way of life, the way of reconciliation and healing. By God’s mercy and forgiveness we can be made aware of our destructive choices and encouraged to turn Godward and walk the path of love. Dot’s stole is green, representing the healing power of love and reconciliation. Interspersed on both sides of her stole are fabric inlays with a fractured print. Across those inlays are vine-print fabric pieces that resemble butterfly sutures. They represent God working through us to mend shattered relationships, to bind up broken hearts, to include the marginalized fully and lovingly, and to piece humanity together with love in every way possible.

New Life An ancient symbol of new life in the Jewish faith and in the early church is the pomegranate. Often depicted with its skin split open and the seeds of new life and hope packed inside, the pomegranate is a beautiful symbol for Easter and the new life/fresh opportunities offered by Christ’s grace. Michael’s stole is gold with gold pomegranates on the front. Gold is a color that can be worn on Easter Day, during Easter season or any Holy Day of the Christian Year. The pomegranates represent not only the new life God offers us, but the new life/fresh opportunities God bids us offer others.

Baptism When I spied the fabric that I wanted to use for Paula’s baptismal stole, I picked up the bolt and read the fabric description that stated, “Tongan.” I knew this was the perfect fabric for his ordination stole. Toward the bottom of the left side and top of the right side are three rows of waves representing the baptismal waters and the Trinity. On the left side is a scallop shell, symbol of baptism. God invites us into Love’s beautiful reign as we are named and claimed in the waters of baptism, and it is out of those waters that we can be love for the world. Paula told the Board of 96

Ordained Ministry that coconuts are very important to Tongan Christians. The meat is used for the bread of communion and the milk for the wine. He said that if Christ had been Tongan, he would have said “I am the coconut of Life.” On the back of Paula’s stole is an appliqué of a coconut.

Creation God brought and brings creation out of chaos. Julius’ stole represents the creative energy and love that is our Creator. The first three days of creation as described in Genesis are depicted on the right side of his stole (night and day / sky and water / earth, seas and vegetation) and days four (sun, moon and stars), five (animals), and six (humanity) are depicted on the right side of the stole. We are invited to be careful stewards of this gift of creation and to know that, by God’s grace, we can offer life, even in the midst of chaos. Rev. Cynthia Langston Kirk Piecing Stories: Creative Arts & Spiritual Formation Ministry, Tucson, AZ

Morning Watch Sunday, June 28 2009 7:00 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Courtyard Prayer Come, let us welcome the Sabbath. May its radiance illumine our hearts As we kindle these tapers. May the Lord bless us with Sabbath joy. May the Lord bless us with Sabbath holiness. May the Lord bless us with Sabbath peace. (Jewish Sabbath blessing; traditional, from Sacred Poems and Prayers of Love, chosen by Mary Ford-Grabowsky)

Scripture

Deuteronomy 26:1-11

Meditation One day, somebody said, “How come this bread has such big holes?” Because we finally got it right, we answered. Many European breads, particularly Italian breads, are judged by their large, irregular holes. Then, one of our obsessive-compulsive kids complained: “But this pizza is so misshapen! It isn’t round.” It’s art we said. We meant it to be irregular. When we tried to teach our neighbor how to do this, she said, “This dough is so sticky I can’t stand it.” It’s supposed to be sticky. That’s how you’re going to get those nice big holes. Don’t add more flour. Mist your hands and work surface with water so the dough doesn’t stick to you. Somebody’s husband commented, “This bread is as coarse as horse feed.” Of course it is. It’s got eleven seeds and grains in it. It’s supposed to be chewy. . . . We look at each other and wonder how such simple ingredients could yield up such a bread. After all, most of these breads are nothing more than flour, water, salt, and yeast in one form or another . . . . The starter is nothing more than a blend of flour and water, perhaps with a jumpstart of commercial yeast, or another natural yeast-bearing organic material such as grapes, apples, or peach leaves, that is left to grow and mature into a bubbly, lively yeasty brew with which to start to make bread . . . . Baking bread, whether you’re grinding your own wheat and baking in a wood-fired oven or using a bread machine, is mightily affected by the climate, the weather, the activity of the yeast. Make a recipe ten times and you may get ten different results. Learn not to lament these variations but to celebrate the differences. (Linda Eckhardt & Diana Butts in Rustic European Breads from Your Bread Machine)

Questions for Reflection Have you ever made bread, or watched someone making bread? How is it like the work of the church?

What is the work of the church, and how do we leaven it?

Is it time to try some new recipes?

Closing Words Be not lax In celebrating, Be not lazy in the festive service of God. Be ablaze with enthusiasm. Let us be an alive, Burning offering Before the altar of God! (from Meditations with Hildegard of Bingen, by Gabriele Uhlein)

Fixing of the Appointments and Holy Communion Sunday, June 28, 2009 10:00 a.m. Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa, Media Center GATHERING Prelude *Processional

“Table of Plenty”

Refrain: Come to the feast of heaven and earth! Come to the table of plenty! God will provide for all that we need, here at the table of plenty. O come and sit at my table where saints and sinners are friends. I wait to welcome the lost and lonely to share the cup of my love. Refrain O come and eat without money; come to drink without price. My feast of gladness will feed your spirit with faith and fullness of life. Refrain My bread will ever sustain you through days of sorrow and woe. My wine will flow like a sea of gladness to flood the depths of your soul. Refrain Your fields will flower in fullness; your homes will flourish in peace. For I, the giver of home and harvest, will send my rain on the soil. Refrain ©1992, Daniel L. Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

*Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. The risen Christ is with us. Praise God!

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*Gloria Refrain:

Verses sung by cantor: Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory!

Refrain

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer!

Refrain

For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father! Refrain Music: Mass of Light, David Haas, ÂŠ1988, GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

*Opening Prayer

Bishop Minerva G. CarcaĂąo

O, God of ages past, of the present, and the future We come before you now and invite you into this space. We are a people living in exile from you and from others. We are bound by great loss and the human condition of suffering. In the midst of our grief and lamenting, you call us to come to your table where there is love and abundance. As we celebrate with your people around the world the gift of love at the table, Guide us by your Holy Spirit. Bind us together in love and keep us near, In the name of the Father who created us, the Son who saved us and the Holy Spirit who sustains us. Amen.

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WORD AND RESPONSE Old Testament Reading

Kidane Michael ECH Justa Center, Phoenix, AZ Deuteronomy 26:1-11

Scripture will be read in Amharic: When you have come into the land that the Lord your God is giving you as an inheritance to possess, and you possess it, and settle in it, you shall take some of the first of all the fruit of the ground, which you harvest from the land that the Lord your God is giving you, and you shall put it in a basket and go to the place that the Lord your God will choose as a dwelling for his name. You shall go to the priest who is in office at that time, and say to him, ‘Today I declare to the Lord your God that I have come into the land that the Lord swore to our ancestors to give us.’ When the priest takes the basket from your hand and sets it down before the altar of the Lord your God, you shall make this response before the Lord your God: ‘A wandering Aramean was my ancestor; he went down into Egypt and lived there as an alien, few in number, and there he became a great nation, mighty and populous. When the Egyptians treated us harshly and afflicted us, by imposing hard labor on us, we cried to the Lord, the God of our ancestors; the Lord heard our voice and saw our affliction, our toil, and our oppression. The Lord brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm, with a terrifying display of power, and with signs and wonders; and he brought us into this place and gave us this land, a land flowing with milk and honey. So now I bring the first of the fruit of the ground that you, O Lord, have given me.’ You shall set it down before the Lord your God and bow down before the Lord your God. Then you, together with the Levites and the aliens who reside among you, shall celebrate with all the bounty that the Lord your God has given to you and to your house. Leader: People:

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 126

RESPONSE:

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“The Lord Has Done Great Things”

Verses sung by cantor: When God set the captives of Zion free, we were more like children in a dream. Then you could hear our laughter and cheers; then you could hear our shouts of joy. R They said in amazement to the world, “Indeed, God has done great things for them.” Truly our God has done great things, and so we are glad, we shout for joy. R Restore all our fortunes, God of love, like rivers that save the desert lands. Those who have gone to sow in tears shall go back to reap with songs of joy.

Text: Based on Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5. Refrain text ©1969, 1981, ICEL. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Music and verses text ©1995, Jaime Cortez. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

Epistle Reading

Rev. Jimelvia Martin Hope UMC, Bullhead City, AZ Philippians 4:4-9

Leader: People:

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

*Gospel Acclamation

“Halle, Halle, Halleluja”

Halle, Halle, Halleluja! Halle, Halle, Halleluja! Halle, Halle, Halleluja! Halleluja! Halleluja! Words and music: Trad. Caribbean.

*Gospel Reading

Paul Browning Desert Foothills UMC, Phoenix, AZ John 14:1-4, 18-19, 25-27

Leader: People: Sermon

The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Bishop Gregory V. Palmer

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Offering Ourselves Fixing of Appointments As the name of each appointment is read, the clergy appointed and the lay members from the named church stand and remain standing until all appointments for that district are read. Those standing may sit as the hymn is sung. One stanza of the hymn is sung after the appointments for each District are fixed. Hymn

“The Summons”

Will you come and follow me if I but call your name? Will you go where you don’t know and never be the same? Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known, will you let my life be grown in you and you in me? Will you leave yourself behind if I but call your name? Will you care for cruel and kind and never be the same? Will you risk the hostile stare should your life attract or scare? Will you let me answer prayer in you and you in me? Will you let the blinded see if I but call your name? Will you set the prisoners free and never be the same? Will you kiss the leper clean, and do such as this unseen, and admit to what I mean in you and you in me? Will you love the “you” you hide if I but call your name? Will you quell the fear inside and never be the same? Will you use the faith you’ve found to reshape the world around, through my sight and touch and sound in you and you in me? Lord, your summons echoes true when you but call my name. Let me turn and follow you and never be the same. In your company I’ll go where your love and footsteps show. Thus I’ll move and live and grow in you and you in me. Words: John Bell. Music: Traditional Scottish. Words ©1987 WGRG The Iona Community (Scotland), admin. by GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Offertory

Rev. Amy Barron-Gafford Tucson Medical Center Hospice, Tucson, AZ

Our offering this morning will go to the Central Conference Pension Initiative. The Central Conference Pension Initiative is a long-term solution that provides retirement financial security for dedicated church leaders and surviving spouses outside the United States, who would otherwise have little or nothing.

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*Presentation of the Gifts

“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”

Members of the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Committee bring in the gifts. 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 up-lifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Words: Thomas Ken, 1674; adapt. by Gilbert H. Vieira, 1978. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. Adapt ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

THANKSGIVING AND COMMUNION *Confession and Peace

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño

Jesus prayed that we might be one. One in spirit One in mission In union and communion with each other and with You. Today, God, we confess our prejudices and discriminations in accomplishing unity, as we set aside yet another day to remind ourselves of the task. On this day, surprise us and amaze us as we gather at your holy table. Give us a mind to accept and celebrate our differences. Give us a heart big enough to love your children everywhere. We thank you for setting a table with space enough for us all! Amen. Let us share with each other a sign of God’s peace. The Great Thanksgiving

Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño Bishop Elías Galván Bishop Gregory V. Palmer Rev. Amy Barron-Gafford, Tucson Medical Center Hospice, Tucson, AZ Rev. L. Michael Kelley, Dayspring UMC, Tempe, AZ

This bilingual Great Thanksgiving combines prayers from The United Methodist Book of Worship and Mil Voces Para Celebrar. You are invited to pray in the language of your preference.

The Lord be with you. And also with you. / Y también contigo. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. / Los elevamos al Señor. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. / Es digno y justo darle gracias y alabarle. 105

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, almighty God, creator of heaven and earth. You have made from one every nation and people to live on all the face of the earth. And so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

Santo eres tú y bendito es tu Hijo Jesucristo. Mediante el bautismo de su sufrimiento, muerte y resurrección, diste nacimiento a tu Iglesia, nos liberaste de la esclavitud del pecado y de la muerte, e hiciste con nosotros un nuevo pacto mediante el agua y el Espíritu. Nos comisionó ser sus testigos hasta el último rincón del mundo y hacer discípulos de todas las naciones, y hoy su familia en todo el mundo se junta alrededor de su santa mesa. On the night in which he gave himself up for us, he took bread, gave thanks to you, broke the bread, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you. Do this often in remembrance of me.

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When the supper was over he took the cup, gave thanks to you, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Drink from this, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, poured out for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ’s offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Pour out your Holy Spirit on us gathered here, and on these gifts of bread and cup. Make them be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the body of Christ, redeemed by his blood. Renueva nuestra comunión con tu Iglesia por todo el mundo, y fortalécela en cada nación y en medio de cada pueblo para dar testimonio fielmente en tu nombre. Mediante el poder de tu Espíritu, haznos uno con Cristo, uno con los demás, y uno en la obra del ministerio a todo el mundo, hasta que Cristo venga en la victoria final y podamos todos participar en el banquete celestial. Through your Son Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in your holy Church, all honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and for ever.

Breaking the Bread Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all partake in the one loaf. The bread which we break is a sharing in the body of Christ. The cup over which we give thanks is a sharing in the blood of Christ. “Lamb of God #1 (Agnus Dei)” Lamb of God you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God you take away the sin of the world, grant us your peace. Grant us your peace. Grant us your peace. Words: From the Mass. Music: John L. Bell ©1995 Wild Goose Resource Group, Iona Community, Scotland; GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

Sharing the Bread and the Cup “Eat this Bread” Eat this bread, drink this cup, come to him and never be hungry. Eat this bread, drink this cup, trust in him and you will not thirst. Words and Music: Jacques Berthier ©1991 Ateliers et Presses de Taizé, Taizé Community, France; GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

“Bread for the World” Refrain: Bread for the world: a world of hunger. Wine for all peoples: people who thirst. May we who eat be bread for others. May we who drink pour out our love. Lord Jesus Christ, you are the bread of life, broken to reach and heal the wounds of human pain. Where we divide your people, you are waiting there on bended knee to wash our feet with endless care. Refrain Lord Jesus Christ, you are the wine of peace, poured into hearts once broken and where dryness sleeps. Where we are tired and weary, you are waiting there to be the way which beckons us beyond despair. Refrain 108

Lord Jesus Christ, you call us to your feast, at which the rich and pow’rful have become the least. Where we survive on others in our human greed, you walk among us begging for your ev’ry need. Refrain ©1990, Bernadette Farrell. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

“Now in This Banquet” Refrain: Now in this banquet, Christ is our bread; here shall all hungers be fed. Bread that is broken, wine that is poured, love is the sign of our Lord. You who have touched us and graced us with love, make us your people of goodness and light. Refrain Let our hearts burn with the fire of your love; open our eyes to the glory of God. Refrain God who makes the blind to see, God who makes the lame to walk, bring us dancing into day, lead your people in your way. Refrain Hope for the hopeless, light for the blind, “Strong” is your name, Lord, “Gentle” and “Kind.”

Refrain

“All Who Hunger” All who hunger, gather gladly; holy manna is our bread. Come from wilderness and wandering. Here, in truth, we will be fed. You that yearn for days of fullness, all around us is our food. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. All who hunger, never strangers; seeker, be a welcome guest. Come from restlessness and roaming. Here, in joy, we keep the feast. We that once were lost and scattered in communion’s love have stood. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. All who hunger, sing together; Jesus Christ is living bread. Come from loneliness and longing. Here, in peace, we have been led. Blest are those who from this table live their lives in gratitude. Taste and see the grace eternal. Taste and see that God is good. Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (Exod. 16:13-15; Ps. 34:8; John 4:10; 1 Cor. 5:8) Music: William Moore. Words ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075.

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Prayer of Rededication

Bishop Minerva CarcaĂąo

Creator and Sustainer, we thank you for making ready a time and a place for us to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Desert Southwest Conference. It is for the holy purposes of worship, covenant, and commitment that we gather in your name. We worship you. We remember the stories of your mighty presence upon this earth. We see you in the mountain and the valley. You patiently wait as the sun rises in the day and as the moon rises in the night. We hear your sacred song as the river passes through the rock. We, your people, have experienced your sacred presence for as long as time and memory have existed. Thank you for making your presence known to all peoples in the midst of creation. We covenant with you and with one another. We remember the example of Jesus Christ, who spoke about the birds of the air and the fruit of the earth; who taught about the lilies of the field and the mustard seed. He chose a little child and a widowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mite to show us the path, and he invited to his table all who were outcast and rejected. Rev. Karl Clarke May God continue to bless us with discomfort at easy answers, half truths, and superficial relationships so that we may continue to feast at your Table. May God continue to bless us with anger at injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people so that you may work for justice, freedom, and peace. May God continue to bless us with tears to shed for those who suffer from pain, rejection, starvation and war so that we may reach out your hand to comfort them and to turn their pain into joy. May God continue to bless us with enough foolishness to believe that we can make a difference in this world so that You, O God, can do what others claim cannot be done. We commit ourselves to living out the covenant we have made with you and with one another. We commit to respect the created world in its vast variety. We commit to honor the life you create in its many shapes and forms. We commit to love brothers and sisters who are like us and who are very different from us. And on this day of celebrating our 25th Anniversary, we remember the beauty and dignity of your people called United Methodist in the Desert Southwest Conference. In the name of Christ we pray. Amen.

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SENDING FORTH *Benediction Glory to the Creator, who gives us life! Glory to Christ, the servant of love! Glory to the Spirit, who empowers us forward! *Recessional Song Refrain:

“Malo, Malo”

Si Yu'us maa'se Terima Kasih Maraming Salamat Danke schön Dziękuję We Thank You Lord

(Chamoru - Guam) (Indonesian) (Tagalog) (German) (Polish) Refrain

Mèsi bokou Xie Xie Arigatō Grazie Cám ơn We Thank You Lord

(Creole) (Mandarin) (Japanese) (Italian) (Vietnamese) Refrain

Music led by Rev. Ginger Howl and Wes Howl Communion bread provided by the Faiana Prescott family 111

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Sources Any matierial not cited here was written by the Annual Conference Worship Team, and are available for your use. The team members are Rev. Scott Ritchey and Rev. Jenny Smith (Chairs), Rev. Amy Barron-Gafford, Rev. Jennifer Hageman, Rev. Ginger Howl, Rev. Jim Parkhurst, Faiana Prescott, Twyla Thompson. Rev. Amy Barron-Gafford is the visual artist for Annual Conference, designing the banners and altar space. Thank you to Aimée Allen and Jon Willey (www.jonwilley.com) for assistance in creating the cover of this booklet. Thank you to Joe and Becky Marr, members of Desert Foothills UMC in Phoenix, AZ, and owners of International Minute Press in Casa Grande, AZ, who printed this worship booklet. OneLicense.net #A-715075. CCLI #2951704. LicenSingOnline #L17934. Resources Cited Below The United Methodist Hymnal (UMH) The Faith We Sing (TFWS) The Upper Room Worshipbook (2006) (URW) The United Methodist Book of Worship (BOW) Breaking Bread 2009 (from OCP. www.ocp.org) (BB’09) Gather (1994, with a green cover) (from GIA Publications. www.giamusic.com) (Green Gather) Gather (2004, with a red cover) (from GIA Publications. www.giamusic.com) (Red Gather) Memorial Service Processional: “Table of Plenty” ©1992, Daniel L. Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #310. Renewal of Baptism and Sprinkling Rite: “At the Font We Start Our Journey” Words: Jeffery Rowthorn (Acts 10:36-43; Col. 3:15) Music: John Goss. Words © 1991 Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. TFWS #2114. Psalm 23: “Shepherd Me, O God” Words: Marty Haugen (Ps. 23) Music: Marty Haugen ©1986 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2058. Gospel Acclamation: Music: Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker. Music ©1985 Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker, admin. by OCP Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. URW pg. 36 Act of Remembrance: “For All the Saints” Words: William W. How, 1864 (Heb. 12:1) Music: Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. UMH #711. Hymn and Presentation of Gifts: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” Words: Joachim Neander, 1680; sts. 1, 3, 5 trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1863 st. 2 by S. Paul Schilling, 1986; st. 4 by Rupert E. Davies, 1983 (Ps. 103:1-6, 150) Music: Erneuerten Gesangbuch, 1665; harm. by William Sterndale Bennett, 1864. Trans. sts. 2 and 4 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. UMH #139.

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Prayer of Confession: by Ruth Duck. from Duck, Ruth C. and Maren C. Tirabassi, eds. Touch Holiness: Resources for Worship. Cleveland: The Pilgrim Press, 1990. p. 197. The Great Thanksgiving: “An Order for Holy Communion included in the Service of Death and Resurrection”. BOW pg. 152-154. Acclamations: Music: Mass of Creation. Marty Haugen. © 1984, GIA Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. Red Gather #147, 148-A, 149. Breaking the Bread: “Lamb of God #2 (Agnus Dei)” Words: from the Mass. Music: Michael Joncas (The Psallite Mass) ©1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #414. Sharing the Bread and Cup: “Pan de Vida” Text: Based on John 13:1-15; Galatians 3:28-29; Bob Hurd and Pia Moriarty. Spanish adapt. by Jaime Cortez, Magali Jerez, Elena García and Gustavo Castillo. Text and music ©1988, 1995, 1999, Bob Hurd and Pia Moriarty. Published by OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #340. “In Remembrance of Me” Words: Ragan Courtney (Matt. 6:10; 1 Cor. 11:23-25) Music: Buryl Red. ©1972 Broadman Press, assigned to Van Ness Press,Inc. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. TFWS #2254. “As We Gather” Words: Carl P. Daw, Jr. Music: Skinner Chávez-Melo. Words ©1989 Hope Publishing Co.; music ©1985 Skinner Chávez-Melo All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. TFWS #2268. Recessional: “Canticle of the Turning” Words: Rory Cooney (Luke 1:46-55), Music: Trad. Irish; adapt. Rory Cooney. Words and adapt. ©1990 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #18. Benediction: “May We Bring God” by Nancy B. Smith from Berglund, Brad. Reinventing Worship. Valley Forge: Judson Press, 2006.

Executive and Lay Sessions Call to Prayer: Worship Ways, Vol. 7, No.3 Closing Song: “And Are We Yet Alive” Words: Charles Wesley, 1749. Music: Johann G. Nägeli; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1845. UMH #553.

Thursday Midday Prayer Gathering Song, Presentation of Gifts, Closing Song: “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” Words: Charles Wesley, 1739; trans. by Federico J. Pagura, 1987. Music: Carl G. Gläser; arr. by Lowell Mason, 1839. Trans. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. UMH #57, 58, 59. Opening Prayer, Presentation of Gifts Prayer, Closing Prayer: adapted from Brueggeman, Walter. Inscribing the Text; Sermons and Prayers of Walter Brueggeman. Minneapolis: Augsburg Fortress Press, 2004.

Friday Morning Prayer Greeting: Words: Ps. 51:15. Music: Elise S. Eslinger ©1985 The Upper Room. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. URW p. 8. Morning Hymn: “All Creatures of Our God and King” Words: Francis of Assisi, ca. 1225; trans. by William H. Draper, 1925, adapt. 1987. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. Adapt. ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. UMH #62. Prayer: URW p. 8 Psalm 100: “O Many Popel of All Lands” Words: Natty G. Barranda (Ps. 100). Music: Lois F. Bello. Used by permission of Christian Conference of Asia. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #299. Laudate Dominum: “Sing Praise and Bless the Lord” Words: Pss 117; 150:6; 47:1; 100:2-5. Music: Jacques Berthier 1978, 1980, 1981, 1991 Ateliers et Presses de Taizé, Taizé Community, France; GIA Publications, Inc, exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #384.

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Prayer of Intercession: “A Bidding Prayer of Intercession”, by Ruth C. Duck, adapted. From Duck, Ruth C. and Maren C. Tirabassi, eds. Touch Holiness: Resources for Worship. Cleveland: The Pilgrim Press, 1990. p. 224. The Lord’s Prayer: “The Prayer of Jesus” Words: Mother Thunder Mission (Matt. 6:9-13) Music: Native American melody, arr. Elise Eslinger. Arr. ©2005 The Upper Room. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. URW #455. Closing Song: “Blest Be the God of Israel” Words: Michael Perry, alt. (Luke 1:68-79) Music: Hope Publishing Co. Words: ©1973 Jubilate Hymns Ltd., admin. by Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. URW #12. Benediction: URW, p. 9

Celebration of Ministry Processional Hymn: “Soon and Very Soon” Words: Andraé Crouch, 1978 (Rev. 21:3-4). Music: Andraé Crouch, 1978; adapt. by William Farley Smith, 1987. ©1978 by Communiqué Music, Inc. & Crouch Music Corp. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. UMH #706. Hymn: “He Lives” Words & Music: Alfred H. Ackley, 1933. ©1933 The Rodeheaver Co. UMH #310 Recognition of Retirees: BOW, p. 735. Closing Song: “It is Well With my Soul” Words: Horatio G. Spafford, 1873. Music: Philip P. Bliss, 1876. UMH #377. Dismissal with Blessing: BOW, p. 737

Saturday Morning Prayer Greeting: Words: Ps. 51:15. Music: Elise S. Eslinger ©1985 The Upper Room. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. URW p. 8. Morning Hymn: “All Who Hunger” Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (Exod. 16:13-15; Ps. 34:8; John 4:10; 1 Cor. 5:8) Music: William Moore. Words ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2126 Psalm 63: “As Morning Breaks” Words: The Grail (Ps. 63:2-3, 4-6, 7-9). Music: Michael Joncas. Words ©1963 The Grail, England; GIA Publications, Inc; refrain trans. ©1974 ICEL; music ©1985 OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. URW #283 Psalm 34: UMH p. 769-770, Response: “Taste and See” Words: James E. Moore (Ps. 34:1-10). Music: James E. Moore. ©1983 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #258 Psalm 46: “You Are Mine” Words: David Haas (Ps. 46:10; Isa. 43:1; John 14:27) Music: David Haas. ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2218 Closing Song: “We Are Called” Words: David Haas (Mic. 6:8). Music: David Haas. ©1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2172

A Service of Retirement, Ordination, and Commissioning Gathering Music: “Come, Now is the Time to Worship” CCLI Song #2430948. Words and Music by Brian Doerksen. ©1998 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire) Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. Processional Hymn: “Sing a New Church” Text: 87 87 D; Delores Dufner,OSB, ©1991, The Sisters of St. Benedict. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Music: J. Wyeth’s Repository of Sacred Music, Pt. II, 1813. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #407 Greeting and Prayer, Recognition of Our Common Ministry, The Act of Commissioning, The Act of Ordination, Prayer after Receiving, and Dismissal with Blessing: from “Services for the Ordering of Ministry in The United Methodist Church”, prepared by The General Board of Discipleship and The Council of Bishops, ©1998, 2000, 2002 The United Methodist Publishing House. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. Recognition of Retirement: BOW, p. 735, adapted.

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Response: “Mayenziwe (Your Will Be Done)” Words: Trad. South African (Xhosa) Music: Trad. South African URW #440 Invitation to the Word: “Listen to the Word” Composer and source unknown. Hymn: “God of Love and God of Power” Words: Gerald H. Kennedy, ca. 1939. Music: Joachim Neander, 1680. UMH #578 Hymn of Prayer (for Deacons): “Live in Charity (Ubi Caritas)” Words: 9th cent. Latin (1 Cor. 13:2-8) Music: Jacques Berthier and the Community of Taizé. © 1979 Les Pressses de Taizé (France), admin. By GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. Words & Music: Daniel Iverson, 1926; Words: adapt. © 1935, renewal © 1963 Birdwell Music. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. URW #394 Hymn of Prayer (for Elders): “Take, O Take Me As I Am” Words & Music: John L. Bell. ©1995 Wild Goose Resource Group, Iona Community, Scotland; GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #441 Offertory: “You Are a Child of Mine” CCLI Song #4334781. Words and Music by Mark Schultz and Chris Eaton. ©2003 Crazy Romaine Music. (Admin by The Loving Co.) Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. Presentation of Gifts: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” Words: Thomas Ken, 1674; adapt. By Gilbert H. Vieira, 1978. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. UMH #94 Reproduced with permission under license #L14458, LicenSingOnline. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. UMH #94 The Great Thanksgiving: adapted from ©2009 Thom M. Shuman www.lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com Acclamations: Sanctus: Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal (Isa. 6:3; Matt. 21:9). Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ©1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2257-b Memorial: Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal. Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ©1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2257-c Amen: Words: From The United Methodist Hymnal. Music: Mark A. Miller. Words ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House, admin. by The Copyright Co.; music ©1999 Abingdon Press, admin. by The Copyright Co. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2257-d Breaking the Bread: “Lamb of God #2 (Agnus Dei)” Words: from the Mass Music: Michael Joncas (The Psallite Mass) © 1988 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #414 Giving the Bread and Cup: “Hungry (Falling on My Knees)” CCLI Song #2650364. Words and Music by Kathryn Scott. ©1999 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire). Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. “Breathe” CCLI Song #1874117. Words and Music by Marie Barnett. ©1995 Mercy / Vineyeard Publishing (Admin. by Music Services). Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. “All Who Are Thirsty” CCLI Song #2489542. Words and Music by Brenton Brown and Glenn Robertson. © 1998 Vineyard Songs. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. Recessional: “The Church’s One Foundation” Words: Samuel J. Stone, 1866. Music: Samuel Sebastian Wesley, 1864. UMH #546 Postlude: “More” CCLI Song #4045393. Words and Music by Matthew West, Jason Houser, and Kenny Greenberg. © 2003 Westies, Inc. Music Publishing. Reprinted under CCLI License #2951704. The Stoles Given to the Ordinands: descriptions ©2009 Cynthia Langston Kirk.

Closing Worship Processional: “Table of Plenty” ©1992, Daniel L, Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #310. Gloria: Music: Mass of Light, David Haas, ©1988, GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A715075. Green Gather #186

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Psalm 126: “The Lord Has Done Great Things” Text: Based on Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5. Refrain text ©1969, 1981, ICEL. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Music and verses text ©1995, Jaime Cortez. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #819 Gospel Acclamation: “Halle, Halle, Halleluja” Words and music: Trad. Caribbean. TFWS #2026 Offering Ourselves: Hymn: “The Summons” Words: John Bell. Music: Traditional Scottish. Words ©1987 WGRG The Iona Community (Scotland), admin. by GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense. net #A-715075. TFWS #2130 Presentation of the Gifts: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” Words: Thomas Ken, 1674; adapt. by Gilbert H. Vieira, 1978. Music: Geistliche Kirchengesänge, 1623; harm. by Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906. Adapt ©1989 The United Methodist Publishing House. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. UMH #94 The Great Thanksgiving: Bilingual Great Thanksgiving for World Communion Sunday (Acción de Gracias Bilingüe por El Domingo de Comunión Mundial)” The Rev. J. David Roberts created the prayer using the following resources: English sections from The United Methodist Book of Worship, copyright © 1992, The United Methodist Publishing House, pages 72-23. Used by permission. Spanish (ordinary) from Mil Voces Para Celebrar, copyright © 1996 The United Methodist Publishing House, page 16. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. Accalamations: Sanctus: Music ©1991, Ken Canedo and Bob Hurd. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #906 Memorial: Text ©1973, ICEL. All rights resernved. Used with permission. Music ©1991, Ken Canedo and Bob Hurd. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #907 Amen: Music ©1991, Ken Canedo and Bob Hurd. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #911 Breaking the Bread: “Lamb of God #1 (Agnus Dei) Words: From the Mass. Music: John L. Bell ©1995 Wild Goose Resource Group, Iona Community, Scotland; GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #413 Sharing the Bread and Cup: “Eat this Bread” Words and Music: Jacques Berthier ©1991 Ateliers et Presses de Taizé, Taizé Community, France; GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #379 “Bread for the World” ©1990, Bernadette Farrell. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline. BB’09 #344 “Now in This Banquet” Words & Music: Marty Haugen. ©1986 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. URW #121 “All Who Hunger” Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (Exod. 16:13-15; Ps. 34:8; John 4:10; 1 Cor. 5:8) Music: William Moore. Words ©1991 GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-715075. TFWS #2126 Recessional Song: “Malo, Malo” © 1993, Jesse Manibusan. Published by OCP Publications, 5536 NE Hassalo, Portland, OR 97213. All rights reserved. Used with permission under license #L17934, LicenSingOnline.

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