November 13, 2022 • 9 & 11 AM
To worship with us
TO UNITE IN FAITH TO DO MORE GOOD TO JOIN A COMMUNITY TO MAKE A CHANGE TO CELEBRATE DIVERSITY
COVID-19 Guidelines Our current COVID-19 safety policy is “masking by choice.” Everyone on our campus may choose to wear a mask at any time as an additional precaution to protect themselves and those around them. We will respect everyone’s choice in this matter. To learn more about the new policy, visit asburyfirst.org/news/2022/6/june-covid-masking-update. FIRST TIME HERE We are so glad you are joining us, whether in person or online. If you’re out there watching, check in through the website or take a picture and post it on social media using #asburyfirstathome. If you're in the pews, please sign in on the red fellowship pad and pass it down your pew. Our hope is to get to know you better and help you find your place within our community. Additionally, drop us an email at info@asburyfirst.org. ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL Large print bulletins and hymnals are available from the ushers. A hearing loop is available for those who have hearing aids with T switches, and you may also request earphones from the ushers to aid you in hearing the service. Need prayer? We invite you to share with us how we can be praying for you by emailing prayers@asburyfirst.org or by filling out one of our prayer cards found in the pews. All prayer requests are prayed over by our Ministers and Intercessory Prayer Team. Children We believe children are a sacred gift, and they are welcome in our worship. Children will be invited forward during worship for a Children’s Time. Following this, children ages 4 through 5th grade are invited to go with our children’s educators for further enrichment or return to their caretaker for the remainder of the service. If there is more our Children's Ministry can do, please contact Paula Dugan at pdugan@asburyfirst.org or at 585-271-1050 x111. RECONCILING STATEMENT We are a reconciling congregation and seek to be a fully inclusive church, believing that all people are God’s children. We encourage full participation in our community for all, regardless of age, race, origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, education/economic background, and physical/mental ability. We recognize that we hold a variety of opinions. We do not seek to erase our differences, but to journey together in faith toward greater understanding and mutual respect. We believe that reconciliation to God and to one another is central to our mission and ministry. GIVE TO ASBURY FIRST There are multiple ways to make a gift to Asbury First. Each gift supports the everyday ministries and operations of this church, allowing us to live into our vision to Do More Good. Cash/Check—We welcome you to send a gift of cash/check in the mail or in the basket on your way out of the sanctuary following the service. Text to Give—You may give a gift with a debit/credit card by texting the dollar amount to 206-222-1050. Online—Online giving is available on our website at asburyfirst.org/give. Venmo—You may give a gift through Venmo by finding “@givingasburyfirst” or by scanning the QR code to the right. Watch and listen Tune into the live video stream of the 11 am service at asburyfirst.org/live-stream. To listen to the service tune into WRFZ 106.3 FM Rochester Free Radio, or call our toll-free number at 833-829-1050. A video archive of past services is also available at asburyfirst.org/archive.
* please stand as you are able
Prelude
“In Thee Is Gladness” — arr. Paul Manz “Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus” — arr. Paul Manz “O, For a Thousand Tongues To Sing” — arr. Paul Manz “O, For a Thousand Tongues To Sing” — arr. Marilyn Thompson
Introit Hallelujah Kids and Wesley Singers and Ringers Holly Temming, Director
“The B-I-B-L-E”
*Call to Worship Based on Psalm 119
All are invited to read the bold-faced type; the reader will read the unbolded type. God, your word is a lamp for our feet. Your word is a light to brighten our paths. Your word is sweeter than honey in our mouths. Your word brings understanding and wisdom to our minds. Accept our offerings of praise, O Lord, and teach us to follow in your ways. We bring our hearts before you always. Be our shield and our hiding place, Great One. Uphold us according to your promise.
*Opening Hymn
#733 “Marching to Zion”, vv. 1-3 (Note: Online users may click the link of the title to access the hymn)
*Greeting and Passing of the Peace
*Gathering Hymn
#560 "Help Us Accept Each Other", vv. 1, 2
11 am • November 13, 2022
The community gathers As the community gathers, may the music of the prelude draw your hearts and minds to God.
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Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Madison Cantu Ellie Coburn Violet Dunlavey Fiona Phaneuf
Ellie Piazza Adeline Turner Antonio Reyes
11 am
To hear the word
Presentation of Bibles
Children receiving Bibles:
Pastor: Receive the Holy Scriptures and study their words. These stories belong to us all, and these words speak to us all. They tell us who we are. They tell us that we belong to one another, for we are the people of God, seeking truth together. Children: We receive these Bibles with our hands, our hearts, and our minds. Congregation: We rejoice in this step in your journey with God. We pray God will guide you, your family, and us as we use our Bibles in our homes, the Church, and throughout our lives. We commit to love, live, and serve together as we seek God’s truth.
Hymn
#191 "Jesus Loves Me, This I Know", v. 1
Scripture Luke 21:5-19
When some were speaking about the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and gifts dedicated to God, he said, ‘As for these things that you see, the days will come when not one stone will be left upon another; all will be thrown down.’ They asked him, ‘Teacher, when will this be, and what will be the sign that this is about to take place?’ And he said, ‘Beware that you are not led astray; for many will come in my name and say, “I am he!” and, “The time is near!” Do not go after them. ‘When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for these things must take place first, but the end will not follow immediately.’ Then he said to them, ‘Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and plagues; and there will be dreadful portents and great signs from heaven. ‘But before all this occurs, they will arrest you and persecute you; they will hand you over to synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors because of my name. This will give you an opportunity to testify. So make up your minds not to prepare your defense in advance; for I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to withstand or contradict. You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers, by relatives and friends; and they will put some of you to death. You will be hated by all because of my name. But not a hair of your head will perish. By your endurance you will gain your souls.
Call to Prayer
We come believing, your words receiving. Lord, show us what you’d have us do. Teach us how to live; spur our hearts to give. You know our yearning; our hearts now turning. Lord, hear us when we pray to you. (Words and Music: Ashley Danyew)
Pastoral Prayer
Children's Time
Children of all ages are invited to join us in this special moment.
Lord's Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*Hymn
#463 "Lord, Speak to Me", vv. 1, 2, 5
Sermon
Time and Space
Anthem Wesley Singers and Ringers Holly Temming, director David Strong, piano Larry Dugan, congas Sheri-Dumire Hamilton, flute
"Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ" — Jamaican folk melody, arr. Bradley Ellingboe Words by Fred Kaan Let us talents and tongues employ, reaching out with a shout of joy: Bread is broken, the wine is poured, Christ is spoken and seen and heard. Refrain: Jesus lives again, earth can breathe again, pass the word around, loaves abound! Christ is able to make us one; at the table he sets the tone, Teaching people to live to bless, love in word and in deed express. (Refrain) Jesus calls us in, sends us out, bearing fruit in a world of doubt, Gives us love to tell, bread to share: God (Immanuel) everywhere! (Refrain)
To Renew Commitment
*Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Introduction to Discipleship, Membership, and Commitment
We are delighted you have joined us and ask that you sign and pass the ritual of friendship pad from the center aisle down the pew. We invite you to prayerfully consider making a gift to support the everyday ministries and operations of this church, allowing us to live into our vision to Do More Good. There are multiple ways to make a gift to Asbury First: Cash/Check—We welcome you to send a gift of cash/check in the mail or place it in the offering plate as it is passed to you. Text to Give—You may give a gift with a debit/credit card by texting the dollar amount to 206-222-1050. Online—Online giving is available on our website at asburyfirst.org/give. Venmo—You may give a gift through Venmo by finding “@givingasburyfirst” or by scanning the QR code to the right.
Offertory
"Blessed Are You" — Mark Hayes; words based on Matthew 5:3-11 & Luke 6:20-23 Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who now weep, for you will laugh. Blessed are you who are meek, for you will inherit the earth. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. (Refrain:) Blessed are you, blessed are you, my children. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven. Blessed are you who are merciful, for you will inherit the earth. Blessed are you who are pure in heart, for you will see God. Blessed are you who make peace, for you will be called the children of God. Blessed are you who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for yours is the kingdom of heaven. (Refrain) Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, and when they revile you, and when they defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven. (Refrain)
Prayer of Dedication
Eternal God, may the gifts and offerings we bring before you reflect the light of Christ that shines in our lives. In our living and in our giving, may we always act in concert with your ways, that the world may see in us the light of your Spirit. Amen.
Participants In the Service
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Cady Liturgists: Rev. Rachel Dupont, Rev. Kathy Thiel Lay Reader: Sally Wood Winslow Director of Children's Ministry: Paula Dugan Organist: Duane Prill Sanctuary Choir Section Leaders: Sipra Agrawal Kolar, Brenda Nitsch, Dan McInerney, Jordan Bachmann Choral Scholars: Kayla Sconiers, Holden Turner Children's Music Director: Holly Temming Director of Music Ministry: Dr. Carl Johengen Head Usher: Brian White Audio Operator: Rick Church Video Operator: Kenny Bailey Graphics Operator: Harper Nelson Technology Support Team: Deb Bullock-Smith, Carolyn Curran, Ted Skomsky Technical Consultant: Justin Ocello
Permissions:
To Disperse in Mission
“Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ” © 1975 and this arrangement © 1997 Hope Publishing Co.; “Blessed Are You” © 2003 Beckenhorst Press, Inc.; Some of the liturgical elements have been adapted from the 2022 Abingdon Worship Annual. Illustration Credits: Designed by Sarah Brubaker and Aleeya Bourcy, with Freepik and Vecteezy.
*Closing Hymn
#428 “For the Healing of the Nations”
*Benediction
*Benediction Response
Amen. (Edward Broughton)
Postlude
“Lead On, O King Eternal” — arr. Robert Thygerson
9 am • November 13, 2022
Opening Song
#733 “Marching to Zion”, vv. 1-3
Welcome & Passing of the Peace
You are invited to sign and pass the ritual of friendship tablet which you will find at the end of the pew.
Gathering Song
#131 "We Gather Together", v. 1
Scripture
Luke 21:5-19 (found on pg. 4)
Prayer
Benediction
Closing Song
#428 “For the Healing of the Nations”, vv. 1, 4
Participants in Service
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Cady Musician: David Strong
chapel service
Sunday, December 11, 5-7 pm, Gathering Center
Learn more at asburyfirst.org/news
We would love to have your children be part of Asbury's Christmas pageant this year on December 24, at 3 pm. Children 4 years old through 5th grade are invited to participate. Registration Forms can be found in the Welcome Hall and the 2nd floor. For questions or more information, contact Paula Dugan at pdugan@asburyfirst.org.
Asbury First's Children's Ministry invites you to bring your kids and enjoy breakfast for dinner, Christmas music, and a special Christmas story.
Celebrations and concerns
Register by Sunday, December 4
ALTAR FLOWERS The flowers on the altars are given to the glory of God and in honor and remembrance of Cyril York, Jeanne’s father, who served in the United States Coast Guard during WWII, by the Ristau family; and in celebration of the wedding of Nicole Farrell and Mike Blood. Have you noticed the lone sunflower on the altar? The sunflower is the national flower of Ukraine. In solidarity with Ukraine, we will have a single sunflower on the high altar until the war ends. Want to help? You can support the United Methodist Committee on Relief's (UMCOR) Ukraine special advance online at asburyfirst.org/give. Please note "Ukraine", or mail a check to the church office at 1050 East Ave. We will collect these special donations and send them on to UMCOR. If you would like to place flowers on the altar, please contact Jeanne Ristau at 585-223-4356, preferably two weeks ahead of requested date. Prayers and Concerns We offer our prayers and concerns for all those who are ill at home, hospitalized, or in hospice care, and for all those affected and infected by the global pandemic. We offer our prayers and concerns to the family and friends of Timothy McInerney, brother of Dan McInerney, who died in Schuylerville NY on October 28. We offer our prayers and concerns to Robert Dickerson on the passing of his wife, Norma Jean Dickerson, on November 4.
Please RSVP to Paula Dugan by December 4th at pdugan@asburyfirst.org or (585) 271-1050 x 111.
Winter Wonder Night
Sunday 9 am Chapel Service In-Person 9 am Orchestra Rehearsal—1040 Wesley Hall 9:45 am Children's Sunday School—1040 Education Wing 9:45 am Queerfully and Wonderfully Made —1040 Youth Room 9:45 am When Kids Ask Hard Questions—1040 Room 203 9:45 am As the Spirit Moves Us—1050 Teak Room 9:45 am Called to Community—1040 Fellowship Hall 9:45 am Judges Bible Study with Growing Spirits/ Living Edge—Butlers Pantry and Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 11 am Worship Service In-Person and Livestream 12:30 pm Youth Meal—Fellowship Hall 1 pm 6th–8th Youth Groups—1040 Gathering Center 1 pm 9th–12th Youth Groups—1040 Youth Room 1 pm Snoopy!!! Performance—1040 Fellowship Hall 3 pm Snoopy!!! Cast Party—1050 Dining Room MONday 9 am Monday Morning Crew—1040 9 am Library Work Day—1040 Library Tuesday 8:30 am Lectio Divina—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 9:30 am Tuesday Morning Women's Fellowship —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 12:30 pm Asbury Art Class—1040 Room 205 2:30 pm Disciple II Bible Study—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 3 pm Gentle Yoga—1040 Gathering Center 7 pm Embodied Spirituality—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) Wednesday 7 am Men’s Fellowship Group —Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) 10 am The Soul of America—Room 203 and Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) 12:15 pm Women On Wednesday—Room 203 and Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 3 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry—1040 Library 5 pm Hallelujah Kids Choir—Room 201 5:30 pm Community Dinner—1040 Gathering Center 6 pm Wesley Singers & Ringers—Room 201 6:35 pm Asbury Ringers—1040 Room 205 7:30 pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal—1040 Wesley Hall Thursday 4 pm Gentle Yoga—1040 Gathering Center 6 pm UR Well Clinic—1040 Welcome Hall Friday 10 am Disciple II Bible Study—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) saturday 8 am Grocery Bag Ministry—1040 Gathering Center
For a full list of events with links, visit our online calendar at asburyfirst.org/events or call the church office at 585-271-1050
Meetings & Rehearsals November 13-19
Saturday, December 3, 10-1 pm, Gathering Center
Please join us on Saturday, December 3 from 10 am to 1 pm as we gather together for the return of the Hanging of the Greens. Come when you can! Families are welcome and there will be activities for kids. Contact Amy Allen with any questions atajppa@yahoo.com or at (585) 738-9128.
Hanging of the aGreens
Thanks to those who have supported Asbury First's Library! There's still time to show your support! Books may be ordered online from November 12-16 Book Fair ID #12633541
A percentage of the sales goes to the Asbury First Library and is used to add to the library's book collection. Can’t make it to Pittsford? No problem. Books may be purchased online from November 12–16 at BN.com/bookfairs. Make sure to use the Book Fair ID #12633541. Thanks for your support of our incredible library!
All tickets ar $10. To purchase tickets visit asburyfirst.org/snoopy OR purchase and pick up at the door
The Thanksgiving season has historically been a time for members and friends of Asbury First to donate to some of our on-campus outreach ministries. This year, we have the opportunity to bring donations and tour the new Community Outreach Center on Saturday and to the altar on Sunday during the Thanksgiving In-Gathering.
*All proceeds go to the youth programs*
Sunday, November 20, Following the 11am Service
Asbury First Youth Musical
Join us for 11 am worship on Sunday, November 20. The service will conclude with a procession to the Community Outreach Center to dedicate our newly renovated and expanded building. Donations can also be dropped off at the front of the sanctuary before worship.
Give Online at www.asburyfirst.org/GIVE, text to give at 206-222-1050, OR MAIL IN YOUR CHECKS TO 1050 EAST AVENUE, ROCHESTER, NY 14607
Saturday, November 19, 10 am–1 pm Sunday, November 20, 11 am Service
asburyfirst.org/coc
If you ordered a bagged lunch for today's performance, they can be picked up at the concession stand.
LAST SHOW TODAY AT 1 PM!!
LAST PERFORMANCE: Today, November 13, 1 pm, Fellowship Hall
For a list of needed items, visit asburyfirst.org/ thanksgiving-in-gathering
*Processional Hymn
#733 “Marching to Zion", vv. 1-3
*Processional Hymn (Cont'd)
#560 "Help Us Accept Each Other", v. 1, 2
#191 "Jesus Loves Me, This I Know"
#428 "For the Healing of the Nations"
Gathering Hymn (9:00 AM)
#131 "We Gather Together"