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September 1, 2014 | Bi-Weekly Newsletter of Asbury United Methodist Church

SUNDAY

MORNING

9 A.M. WORSHIP

10:30 A.M. WORSHIP

SUNDAY SCHOOL

AND NURSERY CARE

AVAILABLE AT

BOTH SERVICES.

SUNDAY EVENING

AT ASBURY

6—7:30PM

INSIDEOUT

(8TH—12TH

GRADE YOUTH)

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FALL WORSHIP SERIES

Asbury Worship Schedule

CONNECT WORSHIP SERIES PREVIEW - SEPTEMBER

Next Sunday we will begin our September Worship Series, “Connect.” This

is a great time of the year to connect to the church and to others who are

also on a journey of faith. There are a variety of ways to connect. I invite

you to connect through worship this September. Here is a little overview of

our series:

Together for the Connection,

Pastor Harold

September

7 – “Why Do We Need Each Other?”

14 – “Is Independence The Goal?”

21 – “What Are The Factors That Destroy Connection?”

28 – “Reaching Out Together”

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Pray for those with Health Concerns:

Norm Salt — Health issues

Elnora Wilson – Meriter

Bill Strang – Surgery on 9/2

Bill English – Health issues

Bucky Lippitt – Home recovering from surgery

Barbara Lippitt – Ongoing hip pain

Wayne Wilson - At home with health concerns.

Regina and Chris Cheatum and Family – Regina’s cancer diagnosis, upcoming chemo & surgery

Helen Designe – Health issues

Carol Holmes (Jon’s mother) –Struggling with cancer.

Charline Burgess – Medical issues.

Kathy Oplinger’s brother, Gary – Struggling with cancer

Pray for those in Long Term Care Facilities

Capitol Lakes: Arlene Tuffree, Tom Hamilton

Artisan: Kay Peyton

Pray for missionaries

Ellen Burleigh - Teacher, Syrian refugee children, Jordan

Diana Collymore - Intervarsity, Chicago

Caleb & Laura Cook - CRU, Relocating to San Antonio, TX

Victor Taryor - Administrator, Ganta UM Hospital, Liberia

Richard & Ruthie Wiewiora - Editor, CRU, Orlando, Florida

David & Olivia Wolf - Pilot, UIM Aviation, Alaska for the Summer

Doug and Beth Wright--Wycliffe translator, Dem. Rep. Congo

Please continue to contact me via email

[email protected] or call me at

577-4158, by noon on Wednesday of

each week.

In Christ,

Wendy Zimmick

mailto:[email protected]

MINISTRY NEWS

Hello, Asbury Church!

I want to relate one ministry opportunity that Ruthie recently took the

initiative to do.

Several weeks ago, Ruthie got to chatting with a woman who is an

employee of a company that has several storage unit sites around Or-

lando. Ruthie found out that the woman originally grew up in Viet-

nam. Ruthie did ask her some spiritual-related questions.

Afterward, Ruthie determined to somehow share the Good News of Jesus with the woman. Ruthie asked me to

purchase a DVD of the film JESUS that would include the following language versions: English, Vietnamese,

and French. FYI, the film is based on Luke's Gospel. It is a ministry tool developed by Cru (the name of Cam-

pus Crusade for Christ in the U.S.) and has been translated into more than 1,000 languages to date.

One day, Ruthie phoned ahead to make sure the woman was at work and at which office location. When Ruthie

presented the DVD to the woman, the woman was very touched and tears welled up in her eyes -- touched be-

cause of the gift, and second, because she knew that Ruthie had driven across town just to visit with her. She

came around from behind the counter and embraced Ruthie.

Join us in prayer that this woman will watch the film and that she will recognize her need for Jesus in her life.

Next week Wednesday, Ruthie will begin teaching Disciple IV (she taught it this past year) with a new group of

"students" -- 11 adults are signed up for her group! Thank You, God!

Thank you for your prayers and support of our work to share the Good News of Jesus and help build up com-

mitted followers of Jesus.

Warmly,

Rich Wiewiora ~ for Ruthie + me


Ushers and Greeters: We Need You!

Asbury needs lots of volunteers to maintain our vibrant and welcoming atmosphere each Sunday. Lately, we

are falling short on volunteers to greet or usher at either service. Whether you can serve once a year or every

week, all levels of commitment are valued and appreciated. Training is pro-

vided for all opportunities. If you have questions about what role is best for

you or would like to SIGN UP, please contact Sherry Hershberger at

[email protected] or 238-0737. Thank you!


It has been an absolute blessing getting to know our InsideOut youth group these past six months. We have

had an AMAZING summer full of worship, service, fun, and fellowship. As we look back on the amazing

things God has done this year in the youth ministry, it's also time to look ahead to what's next. We will have

a scheduling meeting Sunday September 21st at 4pm in the Fireside Room. At the meeting, we will go over

the schedule for the entire 2014-2015 school year up to the summer. All high school youth and parents are

encouraged to attend. Bring your calendars and planners as we look forward to what God

has in store at InsideOut this next year!

In addition, I am always on the lookout for more adult volunteers for the youth ministry. If

you have a heart for youth and a desire to come alongside them to shepherd and encourage

them as they grow in their faith and you like to have a ton of fun, please feel free to let me

know. Parents of course play the single most crucial role in raising a child, but I believe

having spiritual mentors to come alongside and support parents is essential.

As always please let me know if you have any questions whatsoever about our youth

ministry at Asbury.

Looking forward with you in Christ,

Carter Baldwin

Director of Student and Young Adult Ministries

[email protected]

608-238-9211 ext 18

Carter Baldwin Director of Student

&

Young Adult Ministries 608.238.9211 Ext 18

[email protected]

InsideOut Youth




ASBURY COMMUNITY GROUPS

Asbury’s vision is to care within and reach out, that all

may know Christ. At the core of this vision and at the

core of our human existence are relationships. Our de-

sire is to live in relationship with God and with others.

One of the main ways we are seeking to live out this

vision is through our new Community Groups. Com-

munities are small groups of about 8-16 people that

meet weekly to learn together, and share life with each

other. Groups vary in day, time, location, and affinity

(women, men, couples, young adults, open to all, etc.)

to hopefully accommodate as many people seeking to

engage as we can. Most Community Groups will meet

weekly from September through May, although some

may choose to meet throughout the summer as well.

The main purpose of Community Groups is to create

safe and supportive environments to help people grow

in authentic relationship with God and others. Com-

munities will spend time in various studies provided

for them centering around sermon discussions, topical

studies, Bible studies, and/or book studies. By varying

the types of study, we seek to meet a variety of learning needs as well as meeting a variety of levels of spiritual

growth as well as teaching us all different ways of digging deeper in our faith.

Check out this list of all of our Communities and pick the one that works for you!

Beginning the week of September 14

SUNDAY

6:00 PM - OPEN TO ALL (ASBURY)

6:00 PM - WOMEN (ASBURY)

MONDAY

7:00 PM – OPEN TO ALL (FITCHRONA)

7:00 PM – YOUNG ADULT (MIDDLETON)

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM – MEN – (ASBURY)

6:30 PM – OPEN TO ALL (ASBURY)

THURSDAY

5:00 PM – MEN (ASBURY)

7:00 PM – WOMEN 30 + (NAKOMA)

7:00 PM – OPEN TO ALL 40+ (WEST SIDE)

TBD – COLLEGE AGED – (CAMPUS)

ASBURY SENIORS’ EVENT— September 9th

12:15 — 2:00 PM

The Asbury Seniors have invited “The Three Wives’ Men” to

perform for us following our luncheon meeting on Tuesday,

September 9th. We begin with a pot-luck lunch at 12:15 and will

adjourn to the Sanctuary for the program about 1 p.m.

The Three Wives’ Men is a down-home, country, bluegrass style

of music in which they share the gospel of Jesus Christ, and

introduce others to the love of the Lord, in a fun, uplifting and

hope-filled way that touches the hearts of people of all ages. A

free-will offering will be taken to help support their ministry and

a table of CD’s will also be available for purchase.

In 2005 the group began singing together as “The Four Wives’ Men” in the Pardeeville United Methodist Church

as part of a Sunday morning worship service. Over the next two years the members of this group enjoyed sharing

their music together at various church functions, but always in their own church. In 2007, with the love and

support of their wives and through the retirement of their pastor from local church ministry, they were given the

opportunity to share their love of the Lord beyond their local church through a music ministry that has involved

the leading of worship in many churches throughout Wisconsin. With the death of their eldest member this past

June their music and ministry continues as “The Three Wives’ Men.”

This is a grand way in which to begin our fall season. We encourage and invite all ages to come join us. Certainly,

bring a friend.

,

2014


SUNRISE QUILTERS — September 9th 9—11:30 AM

Come and join the Sunrise quilters on Sept 9th at 9am for a potluck brunch.

If you can tie a knot, iron, sew or cut and measure you are welcome to join

and help us make quilts for the Linus project. We make blankets for

the local hospitals and Nicu blankets for the premi nursery.

This is a service project and many children benefit from our efforts.

Bring a dish to share and join us on Sept 9th.

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BIBLE STUDY— Wednesday, September 10 at 9:30 AM

Wednesday Morning Bible Study—Bible study will resume on September 10

at 9:30 AM . We will focus on Lesson 3 of Hosea.

Hope to see you there!

Shirley Lewis

CONFIRMATION MEETING—Sunday, September 14 at 6:00 PM

The Fall Confirmation Kick-Off is Sunday, September 14 at

6:00 PM. The kick-off meeting is for all 7th and 8th graders

and their parents. We will be explaining some exciting new

changes to the Confirmation program and sharing a calen-

dar for the year.

Contact Pastor Harold at [email protected]

for more information or just come to the meeting on September 14.

THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE—Monday, September 15 - 11: AM The Friendship Circle will join together for a meeting and tasty desert on

Monday, September 15th at 1:00 AM in the Asbury chapel. It will be a fine

time to get caught up with summer activities, travels and the like, so please

make a note on your calendars to be in attendance on that day. Our program

will be given by a representative of the WI Alzheimer Assoc. and there will be

much to learn and share about this particular disease. All women are invited to

Asbury to participate in this time together and good fellowship.

Kathy Bartlett

608-240-9440 [email protected]


Attention all Habitat For Humanity Volunteers!

Next Build Days coming up - Tuesday, September 16

Saturday, September 20

Where? 305 Rethke Avenue, Madison

Dates? Tuesdays: September 16, October 21, December 16

Saturdays: September 20, October 25, December 20

Why? We’re putting God’s love into action to help our neighbors in need.

How? Pray for Habitat Homeowners & the Habitat Ministry

Volunteer on a Build Day

Provide a Financial Gift

If you would like more information or would like to sign up, contact Edna Sarmiento at [email protected]

or Pastor Harold at [email protected].


"Part 2" of Financial Peace University – Legacy Journey Class

This Fall, Mike and Jill Carr are planning a Legacy Journey Class. This is "Part 2" of Financial Peace Uni-

versity and focuses on the baby steps after getting out of debt (Baby Step 3).

If you are interested you can go to the following link http://www.daveramsey.com/legacy/locations/

org/30650/class/257000 to learn more, purchase the kit, and sign-up for the class. Please feel free to forward

this information to anybody that you think would be interested.

Mike & Jill are really looking forward to taking the class and hope you will join them. Feel free to contact

Mike and Jill Carr with any questions at 829-2782.

Following are the dates of the classes:

1. Sun Sep 7, 2014 06:00PM (Preview Class)

2. Sun Sep 14, 2014 06:00 PM

3. Sun Sep 21, 2014 06:00 PM

4. Sun Sep 28, 2014 06:00 PM

5. Sun Oct 05, 2014 06:00 PM

6. Sun Oct 12, 2014 06:00 PM

7. Sun Oct 19, 2014 06:00 PM

8. Sun Oct 26, 2014 06:00 PM

http://www.daveramsey.com/legacy/locations/org/30650/class/257000

http://www.daveramsey.com/legacy/locations/org/30650/class/257000

Prince Patrick Myers, Asbury's Liberian Medical Student

Liberia is in the news because of the outbreak of Ebola and the fear, illness, death and disruption to life

that is resulting. The United Methodist hospital at Ganta is on the front lines, but as you can imagine this

small facility is challenged because of a lack of staff and resources.

Asbury began an investment in health of the Liberian people and the future of Ganta United Methodist

Hospital in 2010 by supporting Prince Patrick Myers' medical school education. Prince is a student at the Uni-

versity of The Gambia Medical School where he has completed four years. His start there was rough. He re-

ceived notice of his admission a month after classes began, so early on he was playing catch-up. His first

grades were barely passing. His most recent grades show that he is indeed a remarkable student. He received

distinction in Community Medicine in the Spring semester. His classes this coming year will include Medi-

cine II, Surgery, Pediatrics and Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Prince was born in Ganta and educated through high school at the United Methodist Mission School

there. His mother is a nurse in the Ganta Hospital operating rooms. He completed a degree in Chemistry at

Cuttington University in Liberia and then decided to become a medical doctor. Opportunity for medical edu-

cation in Liberia was nearly non-existent following the civil war. Prince was fortunate to secure a spot in The

Gambia at the university, nearly 1500 miles from his home in Ganta. He is a Christian in a largely Muslim

country. His professors teach in English, but many are native Spanish speakers from Cuba. Prince has com-

mented on the challenge of his Liberian ear understanding Spanish accented English. There is a shortage of

textbooks and supplies. Fortunately, we are able to send some items in barrels shipped to The Gambia by As-

bury member, Frank Kooistra. When Prince finishes his training he will return to a position at Ganta Hospital.

Our original budget for Prince was $7000 per year. This was an under estimate! His current expenses

include tuition, room, board, transportation, books, equipment, utilities, internet, clothing, and visa. All of this

comes to nearly $23,000/year. Fortunately Prince has been awarded a World Communion Scholarship by the

United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries for $7500/year. Asbury has been very generous in meet-

ing Prince's need. September is the month that we seek support for Asbury's Liberian medical student. Please

pray for Prince and his family in Liberia. Your gift in his support is needed and appreciated. Mark your

checks for the September Mission of the Month. Thank you.

For September...



Asbury in the Good Neighbor Fest Parade—Sunday, August 24, 2014

A great time was had by all! Wow, what a blessing to be present in our community on a blisteringly hot summer

day handing out 3,150 bottles of ice cold water! It was a welcome blessing to 3,150 people!

A very BIG THANKS to:

The person who donated the water

To all the volunteers who put Asbury labels on the water bottles

To all who walked and handed out the water

To those on the trailer loading all the bags with water

And thanks to all who walked and cleaned up the parade route after it was all over.

What a great effort and presence in our community!

ASBURY CHURCH

6101 University Ave.

Madison WI 53705

608-238-9211

[email protected]

Harold Zimmick, Lead Pastor

[email protected] 608-238-9211, Ext. 13

Paul Yoder, Pastor of Visitation & Senior Ministry

[email protected]

608-238-9211, Ext. 12

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