Thanksgiving In-Gathering
9 & 11 AM WORSHIP
November 24, 2024
Asbury First United Methodist Church 1050 East Ave, Rochester NY 14607 (585) 271-1050 asburyfirst.org
FIRST TIME HERE We are so glad you are joining worship today, whether in person or online. 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 this community. You can also drop an email to info@asburyfirst.org. If you’re participating offsite, check in through the website or take a picture and post it 
on social media using #asburyfirstathome. 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. The screens located in the sanctuary now display the service stream to aid in visibility. Please help us welcome differently-abled worshipers and visitors by not interacting with or distracting service animals. Need prayer? Share your prayer requests by filling out one of the prayer cards found in the pews or by emailing prayers@asburyfirst.org. All requests are prayed over by the Ministers and Intercessory Prayer Team. Children Children are a sacred gift, and they are welcome in worship. Children will be invited forward during worship for a Children’s Time. Following this, children age 4 through 5th grade are invited to go with the children’s educators for Sunday School or return to their caretaker for the remainder of the service. RECONCILING STATEMENT Asbury First is a reconciling congregation and seeks to be a fully inclusive church, believing that all people are God’s children. Read a full statement at asburyfirst.org/about-us/#reconciling-statement. GIVE TO ASBURY FIRST Your generous gifts support everyday ministries and operations, allowing this church to live into the vision to Do More Good. Cash/Check—We welcome gifts by check in the mail or a cash/check gift placed
 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 the 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 The livestream of the 11 am service 
is found at asburyfirst.org/live-stream. Listen live on 
WRFZ 106.3 FM Rochester Free Radio, or call this 
toll-free number: 833-829-1050. 
The video archive of past services is at asburyfirst.org/archive.
Staff Emails are typically first initial 
then last name @asburyfirst.org. 
(ex. mboguetrost@asburyfirst.org) Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost — 
Senior Minister, x125 Rev. Kathy Thiel — Minister 
for Congregational Care, x106
 Position funded in part by the 
 Susan Shafer Pastoral Care Fund Rev. Patrick Dupont — 
Minister for Outreach, x136 Mike Mullin — Minister 
for Discipleship and Youth, x105 Dr. Carl Johengen — 
Director of Music Ministry, x134 Position funded in part by 
 the Helen Fultz Music Fund Duane Prill — Principal Organist, x100
 Position funded in part by 
 the Craighead Fund Paula Dugan — Director of Hospitality and Children’s Ministry, x111 Holly Temming — Children's Music 
& Ministry; Revenue & Payroll Specialist, x114 David Strong — Church Administrator; Assistant Organist, x110 Deb Bullock-Smith — Office 
and Data Manager, x117 John Ormsbee — 
Director of Finance, x107 Johnny Colón — Director of Property Care, x123 David Stith — Director of Communications, x109 Zacqueline Baldwin — Communications Associate, x108
* please stand as you are able
Prelude
Duane Prill, Organ

“We Gather Together†— arr. Robert J. Powell “Now Thank We All Our God†(from Cantata no. 79) —J.S. Bach, arr. Virgil Fox
Asbury Ringers
Elizabeth Church, Director
“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing†— arr. Cathy Moklebust
Introit

O Lord, thou art my God and King; thee will I magnify and praise; I will thee bless, and gladly sing unto thy holy name always. (Words: Psalm 145:1; Tune: Aberfeldy, Scottish Psalter, 1625)
*Call to Worship


All are invited to read the bold-faced type; the reader will read the unbolded type.

Children of God, whom do you follow? We follow Christ, Ruler of us all. Children of God, what kind of Ruler is Christ? Christ reigns with love and truth, justice and mercy, compassion and peace. Children of God, how will you live in the reign of Christ? We will join Christ in choosing love, truth, justice, mercy, compassion, and peace, even when our world puts obstacles in our way. Children of God, let us worship God whose Love reigns over us, manifested in Jesus. Come, let us worship!
*Processional Hymn
#694 "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come"
*Greeting and
Passing the Peace
*Gathering Hymn
#131 "We Gather Together", v. 1, 2
11 am • November 24, 2024
The community gathers As the community gathers, worship begins. Please respect those who are centering in silence.
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Christ the King Sunday
Thanksgiving In-Gathering
Scripture 
Luke 2:5-7 
(New Revised Standard, Updated)
Joseph went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no place in the guest room. 

Luke 24:1-5
(New Revised Standard, Updated)
On the first day of the week, at early dawn, the women went to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body. While they were perplexed about this, suddenly two men in dazzling clothes stood beside them. The women were terrified and bowed their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here but has risen.â€â€¨â€¨The Word of God for the People of God.
Thanks be to God.
Anthem
Asbury Ringers
Elizabeth Church, Director
"O God Beyond All Praising" — Gustav Holst, arr. Lee J. Afdahl
11 am
Prayer of Confession

Sovereign God, we confess we allow the idols of power, wealth, and security to have power over us. We are tempted by the ways of this world and forget our kinship with Christ. We lose sight of the reign of God here on earth. Forgive us. Call us into your reign, to declare you the One who has power over us. Call us to love our neighbors as ourselves, and to work for justice, show mercy, and love one another. In the name of Christ we pray. Amen.
Silent Confession
Words of Assurance
Jesus came to us not to reign but to serve, and to show us the way of God is the way of love. Know that you are forgiven and healed through that powerful love. In the name of Christ we are healed, forgiven, and restored. Amen.
*Gloria
Hymnal #102, v. 3 alt.
All glory be to God, all praise and thanks be given; Whose Son and Spirit reign as one in highest Heaven; Our one eternal God, whom earth and heaven adore; For thus it was, is now, and shall be evermore.
To hear the word
*Hymn
"Long Ago, Prophets Knew"
Children's Time
Children of all ages are invited to join us in this special moment.
Lord's Prayer
Our Father (or Our God), 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.
Sermon
Call to Prayer
“Wisdom, honor, power and blessing! with the angel host we cry; Round thy throne, thy name confessing, Lord, we would to thee draw nigh. Alleluia! Alleluia! Glory be to God on high! (Words: Charles Parkin, 1953; Tune: Unser Herrscher, Joachim Neander, 1680)
Pastoral Prayer
SIGN IN HERE
Invitation to Discipleship and Engagement
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.
Stewardship Update
Offering Our Gifts to God's Purposes
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 by check in the mail or place 
 your cash/check gift 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.
Let us know you're here! Scan to sign in for the 
11 am service
SCAN TO GIVE 
VIA VENMO
To Renew Commitment
Hymns (as needed)
#67 "We, Thy People, Praise Thee" #73 "O Worship the King"
*Prayer of Dedication
Holy One, we offer these gifts as signs of our trust in your enduring love. May they be used to share hope, healing, and comfort with a world that longs for stability and peace. Help us to live with open hands and open hearts, that we may reflect your grace wherever we go. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen.
*Recessional Hymn
#249 "There's a Song in the Air"
*Benediction
*Benediction Response
Amen. (Jacob Arcadelt)
To Disperse in Mission
Offertory
Sanctuary Choir

“For the Beauty of the Earth†— John Rutter; words by Folliott Sandford Pierpoint 
For the beauty of the earth, for the beauty of the skies, For the love, which from our birth over and around us lies: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our joyful hymn of praise. 
For the beauty of each hour of the day and of the night, Hill and vale and tree and flower, sun and moon and stars of light: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our joyful hymn of praise 
For the joy of human love, brother, sister, parent, child, Friends on earth and friends above, for all gentle thoughts and mild: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our joyful hymn of praise. 
For each perfect gift of thine to our race so freely given, Graces human and divine, flowers of earth and buds of heaven: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our joyful hymn of praise.
“For the Beauty of the Earth†© 1980 Oxford University Press; “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing†© 1999 Concordia Publishing Co.; 
“O God Beyond All Praising†© 1999 Augsburg Fortress Publishing Co.; "Long Ago, Prophets Knew" words © 1971 Hope Publishing Co.; 
Hymns © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House; OneLicense.net #A-721053. Illustration Credits: Designed by David Stith
Permissions:
These persons have shared their gifts today for the glory of God. If you felt moved by what they offered, why not take a moment following worship to let them know.
Participants In the Service



Preacher: Rev. Pat Dupont Liturgists: Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Mike Mullin Reader: Dave Kennedy Director of Children's Ministry: Paula Dugan Organist: Duane Prill Sanctuary Choir Section Leaders: Gwen Paker, Brenda Nitsch, Dan McInerney, Jordan Bachmann Asbury Ringers, Elizabeth Church, Director Director of Music Ministry: Dr. Carl Johengen Head Usher: Brian White, Dennis Roote Production Director: Kenny Bailey Production Suite Team: Rick Church, Noel Nichols, Ethan Becks Technology Support Team: Dave Rice, Kenny Bailey, Dave Berg, Larry Dugan, Deb Bullock-Smith Technical Consultant: Justin Ocello
Postlude
“Now Thank We All Our God†(March Triomphale) — Sigfried Karg-Elert
Reflections to Take Home from Today's Sermon: 1. How are you experiencing the Solidarity & Hope of God in your life? 2. How are you reflecting God’s Solidarity & Hope into the world? 3. When and where are you spending time with marginalized people? 4. How in your living are you prioritizing the well-being of those who suffer?
Pat Dupont has something in mind for this space - discussion questions from his sermon.
Prelude
Welcome
*Opening Hymn
#131 "We Gather Together"
Prayer of Confession
*Passing the Peace
Scripture
Luke 2:5-7 and Luke 24:1-5 (found on pg. 4)
9 am • November 24, 2024
Our Father, (or Our God) 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.
Participants In the Service
Preacher: Rev. Pat Dupont
Liturgist: Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost Reader: David Schlick
Director of Children's Ministry: Paula Dugan 
Organist: David Strong

Prayer
Offering Ourselves to 
God's Purposes
*Closing Hymn
Let us know you're here! Scan to sign in for the 
9 am service
Celebrations and concerns
ALTAR FLOWERS The flowers on the altars are given to the glory of God and in gratitude of past and present church members. 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. Our hearts and prayers are with Penny Peterson and Andy and Erik Peterson as they grieve the death of Bob Peterson, husband and father, on October 25. A memorial service was held yesterday. Our hearts and prayers are with 
Scot Graham-Raad and Lori Pike 
on the death of their mother, 
Enid Graham-Raad who died on November 7. A memorial service to celebrate Enid's life will be held in 
the Spring of 2025. Our hearts and prayers are with the family of Wayne Martin who died on November 9. Our hearts and prayers are with Melody Guadagnino on the death of her husband, Phil on November 10.
Four 
Sundays 
of 
Possibility
Join in between services each Sunday morning in Advent to explore themes of possibility through the lenses of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. Pastor Michelle will lead reflection and discussion to help us prepare for the gift that is Christmas. Sundays in Fellowship Hall following the 9 am Service. Email Pastor Michelle at mboguetrost@asburyfirst.org for more information.
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
* zoom.us/j/8924819492 PW: 578697 ^ zoom.us/j/6174865464 PW: Disciple # zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW: 200
Sunday 9 am Worship Service — In-Person in the Sanctuary 9:45 am As the Spirit Moves Us — 1040, Lower Level, Smart 
 Meeting Room, and Zoom ^ 9:45 am Adult Sunday School – 1040, Fellowship Hall 
 and Zoom # 11 am Worship Service — In-Person and Livestream 11 am Children's Sunday School — 1040, Education Wing PreK - 2nd grade — Room 206 3rd - 5th grade — Room 201 12 pm Lunch — 1010, COC Dining & Caring Center 2 pm Newsies — 1040, Lower Level, Fellowship Hall MONday 9 am Monday Morning Crew — 1040 9 am Library Work Day — 1040, Library 1 pm Habitat Pie Pick-Up — 1040, Welcome Hall Tuesday 8:30 am Lectio Divina — Zoom # 9:30 am Tuesday Morning Women's Fellowship — Zoom # 2:15 pm Disciple III Bible Study — Zoom # 
 3 pm Gentle Yoga — 1040, Gathering Center 6:30 pm Carvers of Hope — 1040, Lower Level, Butler's Pantry (next to the kitchen) WEdnesday 7 am Breakfast — 1010, COC Dining & Caring Center 7 am Men’s Fellowship Group — Zoom # 
 10 am Wednesday Morning Study Group — canceled 5:30 pm Community Dinner — 1040, Gathering Center 6 pm Wednesday Evening Programming 
 — 1040, Wesley Hall (lower level) and Zoom # 
 
Thursday (Thanksgiving DaY) CHURCH BUILDINGS ARE CLOSED FRIDAY CHURCH BUILDINGS ARE CLOSED NEXT SUNDAY (12/1) 9 am Worship Service — In-Person in the Sanctuary 9:45 am As the Spirit Moves Us — 1040, Lower Level, Smart 
 Meeting Room, and Zoom ^ 9:45 am Adult Sunday School – 1040, Fellowship Hall 
 and Zoom # 11 am Worship Service — In-Person and Livestream 11 am Children's Sunday School — 1040, Education Wing PreK - 2nd grade — Room 206 3rd - 5th grade — Room 201 12 pm Lunch — 1010, COC Dining & Caring Center 
 12 pm 6th-8th and 9th-12th Grade Youth Groups 
 — 1040, Lower Level, Fellowship Hall 

NOTE: THE ASBURY FIRST CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE RUNNING ON LIMITED STAFF THIS WEEK 
AND WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY AND FRIDAY FOR THE HOLIDAY
ZOOM KEY
Meetings & Rehearsals 
NOVEMBER 24 – December 1
FOR ZOOM ADDRESSES, SEE KEY BELOW
Support Asbury First Library at the 
Barnes & Noble Book Fair! 
Join us on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10 am – 7 pm at Barnes & Noble Pittsford (3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester) for a day of reading, shopping, and giving back. When you shop in-store or online at BN.com/bookfairs from December 7–11, use Bookfair ID #12809786 at checkout, and a portion of your purchase will be donated to support Asbury First Library. 
Mark your calendars and help us make a difference — one book at a time!
Scan to Register!
Please join us Wednesday, December 4 for 
the Hanging of the Greens, a festive fellowship opportunity for all ages as we ready our church home for the holiday season. Come as you can between 4 - 7 pm or stay through Community Dinner at 5:30 pm and Carols and Cocoa at 7 pm. Contact Amy Allen with any questions ajppa@yahoo.com or (585) 738-9128.
Calling All Shepherds & Angels 
We would love to have your children be part of Asbury First's Christmas pageant this year on December 24, at 4 pm. Children 3 years old through 5th grade are invited to participate. Rehearsals occur Sundays beginning on December 1 during children's Sunday school immediately following the Children's Time in the 11 am service. 

Older Adult ADVENT COMMUNION SERVICES
Please join us for a time 
of singing, laughing and 
sharing a holiday meal 
with friends.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 27 
to Barbara Eltinge at either 737-8775 or beltinge@icloud.com. Please indicate any dietary restrictions.
Join us for a time of scripture, music and communion followed by 
a time to visit with some of your Asbury First friends:

• Monday, December 9 at 2 pm – Linden Knoll
• Monday, December 16 at 2 pm – St John’s Meadows
• Tuesday, December 17 at 2 pm – The Highlands at Pittsford

Please feel free to join us at any or all of these services. 
No RSVP is needed. Questions? Feel free to contact Barbara Eltinge 
at (585) 737-8775 or email beltinge@icloud.com.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a member here at Asbury First, there will be a New Members Class in December. This two-part class will be held on Monday, December 2 and Monday, December 9, 6:30 - 8 pm in the Red Room (1010, COC). If you choose 
to join, this will happen on Sunday, December 15 at the 11 am worship service. 

For more information, please contact Kathy Thiel at kthiel@asburyfirst.org or 271-1050 ext. 106
Older Adult CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Saturday, December 7, 2024 
at 11 am in the Gathering Center


Death & Dying
Advent Winter Wonder Night
Sunday, December 8, 5 pm in the Gathering Center, Asbury First's Children's Ministry invites you and your kids to enjoy breakfast for dinner, Christmas music, and a very special Christmas story! Feel free to come in your pajamas as together we will share the magic of the season.
Library Scavenger Hunt!
On December 4, 11 and 18 Kathy Thiel will be speaking at the Wednesday Evening Classes about Death and Dying. Topics to be discussed are preparing for death, the dying process, and the afterlife. We will read scripture and a bibliography will be available. Please know that all are welcome, whatever your comfort level in this area. 
If you are afraid, that is okay. If you have questions, that is okay. We value your opinion and love 
to hear your questions. Contact Kathy Thiel to learn more at kthiel@asburyfirst.org or call (585) 271-1050 x106.
Don't forget about the Get To Know Your Library Scavenger Hunt! 

Stop by the library and pick up a clue form. When complete, make sure your name is on the form and place it in the library book return. Three people will be selected from all correct entries to receive a prize. The Scavenger Hunt runs through Sunday, November 24.
Love God and Neighbor. Live Fully. Serve All. Repeat.
Christmas Altar Poinsettia Donation Form
Give Online at www.asburyfirst.org/GIVE, text to give at (206) 222-1050, VENMO VIA 
THE QR CODE, OR MAIL IN A CHECK TO
 1050 EAST AVENUE, ROCHESTER, NY 14607 Facebook and instagram: @asburyfirstumc
Save the date: Sunday, December 8, after the 11 am service. Join us for our annual Church Conference with District Superintendent Suzanne Block. We’ll reflect on the past year, celebrate our ministry and look ahead to the future. 
 Your presence is important as we discuss our vision and renew our commitments. Let’s continue growing in faith and serving our world together. If you would like to submit a question to discuss at the conference, please email it to questions@asburyfirst.org.
Given by: (Please Print Clearly) Phone: Please check one of the following and print the names clearly: I would like the gift to be: In loving memory of In honor or celebration of A donation Please scan the QR code to the left, visit our website, or return this form to the church office, attention of Beverly Schuman, no later than December 15. Checks should be payable to Asbury First United Methodist Church Altar Guild. Questions? Call the office at (585) 271-1050. Thank you, and have a Merry Christmas!
*Processional Hymn (Cont'd)
*Hymn during In-Gathering
#67 "We, Thy People, Praise Thee" (verses as needed)
#73 "O Worship the King" (verses as needed)