November 25, 2018 October 29, 2017 Christ the King Sunday Our Mission A Faith Family sharing Christ to meet the needs of all people. 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. A United Methodist Church 1700 Napa Valley Drive Little Rock, AR 72212 501-225-9231 www.asbury-lr.org AsburyUMCLR
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 November 25, 2018 8:30 & 10:45 A.M. Welcome and Announcements Gathering in God s Presence Prelude Come, Thou Almighty King Anguel Kehayov arr. Larry Shackley Diana Brandon *Call to Worship Come to worship Jesus Christ, Alpha and Omega, the One who is, Who was, and is to come. We come to worship the one who rules justly. Come to worship Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, God with us, We come to worship Jesus Christ, King of kings and Lord of Lords! To Him be glory and dominion forever and ever! *Hymn of Praise Rejoice the Lord is King 715 Preparing Our Hearts *Affirmation of Faith Nicene Creed 880 We believe in one God, The Father, the Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, True God from True God, begotten, not made, of one being with the Father; through Him all things were made. For us and for our salvation He came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake He was crucified under Pontius Pilate; He suffered death and was buried. On the third day He rose again in accordance with the scriptures; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and His kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Giver of Life, who proceeds from the Father, and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen *Gloria Patri 70 Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen. Amen. *Please stand as you are able.
Children s Moments Val Carr The congregation is invited to sing Jesus Loves Me as our children are welcomed forward. Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to Him belong; they are weak, but He is strong. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me. The Bible tells me so. Children 3 years to 5th grade are invited to attend their own special worship service, called Kids Club. Please meet at the back of the worship area to attend. Act of Praise O Worship the King Chancel Choir arr. Stan Pethel Prayers for the People Lifting Our Lives and Prayers to God 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 There is a Happy Land Anguel Kehayov arr. Larry Shackley Diana Brandon *Doxology 95 Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Hymn of Meditation Majesty, Worship His Majesty 176 Hearing God s Word Scripture Lesson Philippians 2:1-11 (NLT, Pew Bible) 900 Psalm 43 (NLT, Pew Bible) 433 The Message The Mind of Christ (8:30) Rev. Doug Walker The Challenge of Waiting (10:45) Rev. Mary Hilliard Responding to God With Our Lives *Hymn of Commitment Soon and Very Soon 706 *Blessing of God s People *Choral Benediction My Eternal King Chancel Choir arr. Jane Marshall You are encouraged to go forth and serve Christ after the singing of the Benediction. Postlude Acolyte: 8:30 - Colin Stumhofer Liturgist: 8:30 - Jack Henderson / 10:45 - John Gentry Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Austin Pittman, Jason Stumhofer / 10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath
LAUNCH Worship Wilson Activity Center November 25, 2018 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. Welcome and Announcements Your Love Awakens Me Only King Forever Children s Moments Hannah Shelton Children 3 years to 5th grade are invited to attend Kids Club, a special worship service. Please meet at the back of the worship area to attend. Jesus Loves Me Pastoral Prayer and Lord s Prayer Sharing of Our Gifts Give Thanks The Message The Mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-11 The Invitation Reckless Love The Blessing Rev. Doug Walker We are so glad you worshiped with us at Asbury UMC. Now go and serve Christ! Praise and Worship Leader: Caleb Conrad Sound Operator: Randy Dennis Video Operator: Dave Marano Celebration Band Celebration Singers Phil Brandon Vincent McNerlin Valera McDaniel Bradley McNerlin Maddy Adkins Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor mary@asbury-lr.org Rev. Doug Walker, Pastor of Discipleship/Congregational Care doug@asbury-lr.org Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus weir-t@sbcglobal.net Diana Brandon, Director of Music Ministries diana@asbury-lr.org Anguel Kehayov, Organist kehayata@hotmail.com Caleb Conrad, Praise & Worship Leader caleb@asbury-lr.org Diane Wright, Minister to Youth and Young Adults diane@asbury-lr.org Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children laura@asbury-lr.org Kayla Stout, Nursery Director nursery@asbury-lr.org Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager cheryl@asbury-lr.org Ora Bunton, ACCDC, Director accdcdir@asbury-lr.org Abby Ramirez, ACCDC, Asst. Dir. asstdir@asbury-lr.org
Special Events Sunday, November 25th...Decorate WAC/Sanctuary 12 pm Sunday, December 2nd...Advent Dinner 5 pm (WAC) Tuesday, December 4th...Terrific Tuesday 12 pm (WAC) Thursday, December 6th...Office Volunteer Luncheon 12 pm (Warehouse) Sunday, Nov. 18th, 2018 8:30 am 150 10:45 am (Divine) 67 10:45 am (LAUNCH) 87 Total Worship Attendance: 304 Guests: 37, including 3 first time Prayers: Charlie Ward, Sr. Mary Jane Patton Marilyn Thompson Anita Curtis Janet Brandt Clifford Smith Larry Brown Hugh Roberts TERRIFIC TUESDAY ALL AGES are invited to get in the Christmas spirit with the Central High Jazz Band at Terrific Tuesday on December 4th at 12 pm in the Wilson Activity Center. Lunch ($7) is: Lasagna, Green Beans, Salad, Garlic Bread and Brownies. We encourage you to support the Asbury Food Pantry by bringing any non-perishable food item. RSVP by 10 am Monday, December 3rd, if you plan to attend or need transportation (225-9231). Please bring a friend! SPECIAL CHILDREN S MINISTRY DATES: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, laura@asbury-lr.org Sunday, November 25th: Sunday School Wednesday, November 28th: Wild Wednesdays and the Edge, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, December 2nd: Sunday School, Advent Dinner at 5 pm in the WAC YOUTH NEWS: Questions? Contact Diane Wright, Minister of Youth & Young Adults Today: We will decorate the Warehouse/help the congregation with decorating as needed, immediately following the 10:45 services. Lunch for the youth will be provided in the Warehouse. At 3:30 pm, we will leave for Methodist Family Health in Maumelle. We will play games & do a devotional with the kids who are at the behavioral hospital in Maumelle. After playing with the kids, we will go to dinner. (Bring $ for dinner!) We will be back to the church at 7 pm! Wednesday, November 28: We will meet in the Warehouse from 6:30-7:30 for an Advent lesson! Snacks will be available! Today s Sacred Grounds: Sponsored by David Woodbury. Open dates are Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office for a date. Open Dates for Flowers: Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23. Call the office to reserve a date. Pastor on weekend call: Nov. 23, 24, 25 Rev. Mary Hilliard Nov. 30, Dec. 1, 2 Rev. Doug Walker Preaching Schedule Sunday, Nov. 25th Sunday, Dec. 2nd 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Doug Walker Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Doug Walker 10:45 LAUNCH Service Rev. Doug Walker Rev. Mary Hilliard Drivers Van Car Tom Hesselbein Jim Britt
Sunday, November 25th 8:00 am LAUNCH Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (Room 226) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am JOY Choir (Room 210) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am LAUNCH Band Pre-service Music (WAC) 10:45 am LAUNCH Service (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 12:00 pm Decorating the Sanctuary & WAC for Advent 3:30 pm Sunday Night Youth Ministries (off site) Monday, November 26th 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103) Tuesday, November 27th 6:00 pm Girl Scouts (Warehouse) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105) 7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack Meeting (WAC) Wednesday, November 28th 6:00 am Bible Study (Large Conference Room) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:30 pm LAUNCH Team Rehearsal (WAC) 6:30 pm The Edge & Wild Wednesdays (Room 210) 6:30 pm Wednesday Night Youth (Warehouse) 6:30 pm Wally Gee Men s Bible Study (Room 226) Thursday, November 29th Friday, November 30th Saturday, December 1st Asbury Weekly Calendar Sunday, December 2nd 8:00 am LAUNCH Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (Room 226) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am JOY Choir (Room 210) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am LAUNCH Band Pre-service Music (WAC) 10:45 am LAUNCH Service (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 5:00 pm Family Advent Dinner (WAC) * WAC - Wilson Activity Center HOG ON THE HILL UPDATE With a few auction items and t-shirts that haven t been paid for, Hog on the Hill this year raised almost $11,000 for shared ministries! WAY TO GO ASBURY!! Christmas Challenge The Foundations Sunday School class is issuing a challenge to all Sunday School classes. For this Advent Season, the Foundations class is collecting non-perishable food items for the Asbury Food Pantry. Consider placing a box or container in your classroom and have your members bring non-perishable items each Sunday. Let s help end hunger in Arkansas!! Daily devotionals from Pastor Mary are available on the website, www.asbury-lr.org. Click on Blogs.