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February 5, 2017 A United Methodist Church 1700 Napa Valley Drive · Little Rock, AR 72212 225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org Asbury UMC Little Rock Our Mission To bring others into Asbury UMC to experience a difference, so they make a difference for Jesus Christ and others. Our Invitation To all who need Comfort, Friendship and the Love of God through our Savior Jesus Christ. This church opens wide its doors in the name of our Lord and says, “Welcome.”
Transcript of February 5, 2017
February 5, 2017
A United Methodist Church 1700 Napa Valley Drive · Little Rock, AR 72212
225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org
Asbury UMC Little Rock
Our Mission
To bring others into Asbury UMC
to experience a difference,
so they make a difference
for Jesus Christ and others.
Our Invitation
To all who need Comfort,
Friendship and the Love of God
through our Savior Jesus Christ.
This church opens wide its doors
in the name of our Lord and says,
“Welcome.”
Welcome to Asbury. We are glad you are here at Asbury today, and hope you will feel God’s love in your worship experience. We invite you to note the Asbury Calendar on the back page of the bulletin. Please print your information on the attendance pads and return them to the end of the pew. If you desire to join Asbury UMC, come forward during the last song, and our pastors will greet you.
Please take a few moments to silence your phone. For the most meaningful worship, we encourage you to take advantage of our nursery available
for infants through 2 years old.
Divine Worship Sanctuary
February 5, 2017 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.
Gathering in God’s Presence
Welcome and Announcements
Prelude
Choral Introit All My Hope Chancel Choir
Arr. Dave Brubeck
*Hymn of Praise Come, Sinners to the Gospel Feast 616
Preparing Our Hearts
Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett
The congregation is invited to sing “Tell Me the Stories of Jesus,”
as our children are welcomed forward.
Tell me the stories of Jesus, I love to hear; things I would ask him to tell me if he were here:
Scenes by the wayside, tales of the sea, stories of Jesus, tell them to me.
(Kid’s Club available for 3 and 4 year olds.)
Act of Praise The Majesty and Glory of Your Name Chancel Choir
Arr. Fettke & Johnson
Lifting Our Lives and Prayers to God
Prayer for the People
Lord’s Prayer 895
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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory A Communion Meditation Chancel Choir
Arr. Don Besig
*Please stand as you are able.
*Doxology 94
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!
*Hymn of Meditation Blessed Assurance 369
Hearing God’s Word
Scripture Lesson Matthew 5:1-12 (NLT, Pew Bible) 735-736
The Message “The Real World” Rev. Chase Green
Responding to God With Our Lives
Invitation to Holy Communion (Page 12)
If you would prefer a gluten free wafer for communion please notify the pastor or communion steward as you come forward. The offering plate located at the front of the main aisle is for love offerings that fund our Community Ministries. This ministry provides charitable assistance to people in need.
*Hymn of Commitment Marching to Zion 733
*Blessing of God’s People
*Choral Benediction My Eternal King Chancel Choir
Arr. Jane Marshall
You are encouraged to go serve Christ after the singing of the Benediction.
*Postlude Anguel Kehayov
Assisting in Worship: 8:30 - Dr. Vicki Logan / 10:45 - Chris Byrd
Communion Stewards: 8:30 - Ebi & Anilet / 10:45 - Paul & Cathy Gregory
Acolytes: 8:30 - Aaron Stumhofer / 10:45—AnnMarie Golden
Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Austin Pittman, Joe Hof / 10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath
2016 Celebration Review
Shared Ministries to District and Conference
Membership steady (715 at end of 2016)
29 joined in 2016 (13 Professions of Faith, 10 transfers from UMC, 6 from
other denominations
10 Baptisms
1 New ministry - Food Pantry (Dec. 2016 220.5 lbs of food feeding 69)
Increased Renovation to WAC Stage/Wall trim; Lighting; new soundboard
130 current enrollment in ACCDC - at full capacity (up from 117 in 2016)
$8,000 Fundraiser Hog on the Hill had doubled attendance
$10,000 ACCDC Fundraiser for improvements to building and outdoors
$70,000+ raised to buy Asbury’s new Bus!!
$297,575.29 paid toward Building Mortgage of Asbury UMC due to a
legacy trust, with $517,524.82 remaining on mortgage (scheduled to be paid in 7 years)
Expanded Indian community ministry - hosting a language class
Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center
February 5, 2017 10:45 A.M. Please take a few moments to silence your phone.
For the most meaningful worship, we encourage you to take advantage of our nursery available for infants through 2 years old.
Please complete the information requested in the friendship pads and return to the end of the row.
Hosanna Praise is Rising
Welcome and Announcements
A New Hallelujah 10,000 Reasons
Children’s Moments Sheri Dawson
(Kid’s Club available for 3 and 4 year olds.)
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Sharing of Our Gifts
Alabaster Jar
The Message “Hunting for Treasure”
1 Corinthians 4:7-12 Rev. Mary Hilliard
Holy Communion—If you would prefer a gluten free wafer for communion please
notify the pastor or communion steward as you come forward. Love offerings placed in the small wicker baskets support our Community Ministries. This ministry provides charitable assistance to people in need.
In Christ Alone
The Invitation and Blessing
All Who Are Thirsty
We are so glad you worshiped with us at Asbury UMC. Now go and serve Christ.
Assisting in Worship: David Dickens
Sound Operator: Randy Dennis
Video Operator: Tony Hilliard
Communion Stewards: Miles Harward, Ben Cogbill, Hope Cogbill
Celebration Band Celebration Singers Dusty Jones Jay McDaniel Lanier Hocott Valera McDaniel Scott Southern Terry South Joe Stout
Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor [email protected]
Rev. Chase Green, Pastor of Discipleship/Congregational Care [email protected]
Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus [email protected]
Anguel Kehayov, Organist [email protected]
Mike DuPas, Interim Part-Time Praise & Worship Leader [email protected]
Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children [email protected]
Kayla Stout, Nursery Director [email protected]
Amy Bennett, Minister of Youth [email protected]
Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager [email protected]
Ora Bunton, Child Development Ctr., Director [email protected]
Judith Hill, Child Development Ctr., Asst. Director [email protected]
Special Events Tuesday, February 7th........................................................................Keenagers 12:00 pm (Warehouse) Tuesday, February 7th...................................................................Spring Bible Studies Begin (see insert) Friday, February 17th..............................................................................Parents’ Night Out 6 pm (WAC) Monday, February 20th.......................................................................Office Closed for President’s Day
Pastor on Weekend Call: Feb. 3, 4, 5 Rev. Mary Hilliard Feb. 10, 11, 12 Rev. Chase Green
YOUTH NEWS:
The February Calendar and NEW SAVE THE DATE are available on the youth board! They both have some new dates/info on them! Please check them out!
Tonight will be our SUPER BOWL PARTIES! Junior High will meet at Madeline Carver’s house (34 Deerberry Forest Circle, Little Rock); and High School will be at Ben Cogbill’s (8 Winterfern Cove, Little Rock). Be there at 5:30, and bring a snack to share!
This Wednesday night we will be having guys/girls night! The girls will be making some valentine’s day crafts, and the guys will be going Rock Climbing at the Little Rock Climbing Center. Guys, be at the church at 5:30 and we’ll be back by 7:30. Bring $15 and check your email for the permission slip.
Parents, remember we have a $75 OMP payment due today! Let Amy know if you want to use Student Account money!
Drivers Bus Car John Ford Ron Paulson
Preaching Schedule Sunday, Feb. 5th Sunday, Feb. 12th 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Chase Green Rev. Chase Green 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Chase Green Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Celebration Service Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Chase Green
SPECIAL CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DATES: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children
Sun., Feb. 5: Confirmation Class, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Wed., Feb. 8: Wild Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Room 210; The Edge, 5:45 pm, Room 206
Sun., Feb. 12: Confirmation Class to visit Christ the King Catholic Church, 10:30 am mass
Open Dates for Sacred Grounds: Feb. 19 & 26. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office to schedule a date.
Prayers: Dorothy King Patty Wilkerson
If you desire a pastoral visit, please contact Rev. Mary or Rev. Chase. See contact info below.
Open Dates for Flowers: Feb. 19 & 26. Call the office to reserve a date.
Sunday, January 29, 2017 8:30 am: 140 10:45 am (Divine): 61 10:45 am (Celebration): 125 Total Worship Attendance: 326
Guests: 26 including 9 first time
PARENTING WITH LOVE AND LOGIC Do your kids challenge you? If you have kids, they probably do! Come and join us on Sunday mornings during Sunday School time starting at 9:45 am in room 101 (downstairs). We will have an introductory kick off with breakfast TODAY (Feb. 5). Questions? Contact Clark Cogbill, [email protected].
INVITATION The ladies of Asbury are invited to a Bridal
Shower Meet and Greet in honor of Kara Hilliard Sunday, February 12th
2:00 - 3:30 in the Warehouse Hosted by the Chancel Choir and Horizons SS Class For more information, visit Kara and Clay’s website:
theknot.com/us/kara-hilliard-and-clay-willis-apr-2017
KEENAGERS • TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH • NOON • $7 • WAREHOUSE Menu: Meatloaf, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls and 4 Layer Chocolate Dessert Program: “Come be a Cowboy Sweetheart!”, Charles Galloway Call 225-9231 by 10 am on Monday, February 6th, to make reservations for lunch.
Sunday, February 5th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3 yrs - 2nd grade (Room 215) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3rd-5th grade (Room 206) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 12:00 pm Confirmation Class (Room 226) 5:30 pm Student Ministries Super Bowl Parties (Offsite) Monday, February 6th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:30 pm Men’s Basketball (WAC) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103)
Tuesday, February 7th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:00 pm ACCDC Board Meeting (Small Conference Room) 6:00 pm Gospel of Luke Bible Study (Large Conference Room) 6:00 pm Life of Abraham Bible Study (Emmanuel Classroom) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 101) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105)
Wednesday, February 8th 5:00 am Men’s Basketball (WAC) 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 5:30 pm Student Ministries (Guys meet for Guys night out) 5:45 pm The Edge (Room 206) 6:00 pm Student Ministries (Warehouse) 6:00 pm Wally Gee Men’s Bible Study (Room 226) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesdays (Room 210) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200)
Thursday, February 9th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:30 pm Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC)
Friday, February 10th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes Saturday, February 11th 6:00 pm Mohawk District Banquet (WAC)
Sunday, February 12th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3 yrs - 2nd grade (Room 215) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3rd-5th grade (Room 206) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:30 am Confirmation Class to Christ the King 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 2:00 pm Wedding Shower for Kara Hilliard (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Student Ministries (Warehouse)
Daily devotionals from Pastor Mary are available on the website, www.asbury-lr.org. Click on “Blogs.”
Asbury Weekly Calendar
* WAC - Wilson Activity Center
