Sunday, October 12, isn't just any Second Sunday - it's a PINK OUT! If you’ve been touched by breast cancer — whether as a survivor, a fighter, a caregiver, or someone who has loved and supported another along the way — we invite you to wear pink with pride this October.

Join us for a morning full of food, music, and unique experiences for all ages. Enjoy a delicious breakfast burrito while live music fills the Fellowship Hall. Throughout the morning, you’ll find engaging workshops and spiritual activities. Learn more or see the October schedule.

Morning Meditations return on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00 a.m. Start your day with calm and clarity! Join our informal weekday morning meditation on Zoom for 10-15 minutes of peaceful reflection, deep breathing, and grounding—no experience needed. Everyone is welcome, whether you join daily or simply when your schedule allows. Come as you are (pajamas and coffee welcome!) and begin your mornings with peace, positivity, and connection. Email Kris for the Zoom link.

The Cherub Choir for 3-6 year-old children starts rehearsals on Wednesday, October 15, from 6:00-6:30pm in Room 201. Email Kristen for more information.

Our youth are busy getting ready for the Fall Festival! This will be the 20th annual event, and we are looking forward to bringing you the best event yet! Please mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. We will have a bounce house, obstacle course, haunted house, crafts, games, face painting, and more!

Instead of tickets, we are selling wristbands this year, and they will be available in the church office. We will also have a table on the patio after church this Sunday, October 12. Please invite all the kids you know to join us in this extra special event. 

Would you like to decorate your car and hand out candy? We’d love to have you join Trunk-or-Treat! Email Jessica for more information.

The kids in BeTween are raising money by hosting a car wash on Sunday, October 19, following the 10:00 service near the Giving Garden in the parking lot. Your donations will support BeTween's Christmas service project buying Christmas presents for families in need. Every car washed or donation received helps us share the love of Christ in a very tangible way this holiday season

We’re holding our tenth annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 19, at noon. All pets are welcome. Please bring dogs on a leash or in a carrier. If you’re unable to bring your pet, for any reason, but would still like them blessed, please bring a photo.

Children are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animals for a blessing during Children’s Time at the 10:00 service on Sunday, October 19.

On Sunday, October 19, our Prison Ministry will be collecting household supplies such as cleaning and laundry products, as well as paper products for the two houses. Newly released women also need basic clothing. They have requested T-shirts and leggings in all sizes. Please bring your donations to the church on that day and label them for the prison ministry. 

United Women in Faith is working with Women4Women Tempe, an organization that assists homeless and low-income women maintain their dignity, health, and security by providing feminine hygiene products free of charge. You can help by attending the 10/23 packing party or donating individually wrapped feminine hygiene products before October 23.

Bible Sunday is coming up on October 26. Dayspring has a tradition of presenting Bibles to all third graders (and older kids who have not yet received Bibles) during the 10:00 church service. If you have a third grader in your life and would like them to receive a Bible, please contact Children’s Ministry Coordinator Jessica Nuñez-LaMarre with your third grader’s name ASAP.

Sunday, November 2, is All Saints’ Sunday, a special time to honor and remember those who have gone before us. During the service, we will light candles in memory of loved ones who have died within the past year.

If you would like to participate by lighting a candle in memory of someone dear to you, please email John by noon on Monday, October 27.

Preparing for life’s final chapter is an act of love and care. We have created an End-of-Life Planning Checklist and Form to help you gather important information all in one place—your wishes for your service, favorite scriptures or hymns, contact information, and practical details your loved ones may need.

Taking time to fill this out now can bring peace of mind and be a beautiful gift to those who will someday carry out your wishes. Copies are available in the sanctuary lobby or HERE. 

We will hold one more columbarium informational meeting this Sunday, October 12, at 11:15 in Room 112. Learn more about this project HERE.