ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LOVING...SERVING...TRANSFORMING LIVES JANUARY 14, 2018 ~ 8:30 AM AND 10:30 AM WORSHIP MISSION STATEMENT Love God and one another, serve our community, and transform lives. VISION A radically inclusive community, empowered to spread God s love throughout the world. BELIEFS We believe all are created in the image of God. We believe God loves everyone and through Christ saves revives renews the world. We believe God through the Holy Spirit changes lives. We believe the church is the body of Christ with a mission. We believe the Bible is the word of God. We believe that God has gifted everyone and the church for the purposes of God. We believe discipleship is a continuing journey.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SECOND SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY 8:30 AM AND 10:30 AM WORSHIP = Those who are able may stand AAHH = African American Heritage Hymnal Yellow Hymnal UMH = United Methodist Hymnal Red Hymnal Please use this time for prayer and meditation as we prepare for worship. PRELUDE INTRIOT 8:30 am Prelude in C Major...Bach 10:30 am Where He Leads Me...Norris 10:30 am We Are One...Wright THE CHURCH GATHERS CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Jesus calls to us: People: Follow me. Leader: We have questions: People: How do you know us? Will we be okay? Leader: Jesus sees us as we are. People: And through Jesus eyes, we see love. PROCESSIONAL 10:30 am Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah (138 AAHH) WELCOME AND WORDS OF HOSPITALITY PASSING OF THE PEACE (Congregants may now enter the Sanctuary) HYMN OF PRAISE Koinonia (579 AAHH) Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessings (175 AAHH) OPENING PRAYER Creator God, you know us better than we can know ourselves. You understand our thoughts, our desires, our joys, and our struggles. You call to us, inviting us to listen to your word. You speak your word, calling us into a deeper relationship with you. Open our hearts, that we may hear you clearly. Strengthen our spirit, that we may have the courage to answer your call. Be present in this time of worship and draw us closer to you. Amen. (Congregants may now enter the Sanctuary) ASBURY HANDBELL CHOIR 10:30 am O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee...arr. Callahan CHILDREN S MESSAGE MINISTRY OF MUSIC 10:30 am Kisha Woolen 8:30 am Holy/Agnus Dei Medley...D. McClurkin Paul Heflin, Tenor 10:30 am Psalm 100...Green 2
CALL TO PRAYER 10:30 am Just a Little Talk with Jesus...C. Derricks MORNING PRAYER PRAYER RESPONSE 10:30 am Let There Be Peace on Earth...Miller WE HEAR THE WORD SCRIPTURE LESSON John 1:43 51 (NT Pages 92 93) Liturgist: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. HYMN OF PREPARATION SERMON We Have Come into This House (174 AAHH) Can Any Good Thing? Rev. Dr. Ianther M. Mills, Senior Pastor WE RESPOND IN FAITH HYMN OF INVITATION Great Is Thy Faithfulness (140 UMH) Worshipers are invited to pray at the altar in private or signal to an Intercessory Prayer member to pray with you. Also at this time, you may come down to join Asbury in Christian Fellowship. PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY 8:30 am Amazing Grace...arr. C. Tomlin Paul Heflin, Tenor 10:30 am Hallelujah, You re Worthy...Taylor OFFERTORY RESPONSE Doxology 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. OFFERTORY PRAYER WE SCATTER TO BE THE CHURCH IN THE WORLD HYMN OF RECESSION Guide My Feet (131 AAHH) BENEDICTION POSTLUDE 8:30 am Meditation...Massenet 10:30 am The Angels Keep A Watchin...Negro Spiritual The congregation is asked to remain seated for the closing voluntary. 3
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Minister of Music & Liturgical Arts Director: Everett P. Williams, Jr. Organist: Earl Hargrove Asbury Handbell Choir Music Director: Randolph Scott Higher Praise Gospel Chorale Music Director: Stephen Key Music: Paul Heflin, Tenor (8:30 am) Asbury Handbell Choir & Higher Praise Gospel Chorale (10:30 am) Children s Message: Kisha Woolen Liturgists: Ruth Scarbrough (8:30 am) Kelvin Childs & Rev. Ivan Milosi (10:30 am) Ushers: Women Greeters: Benjamin Ginyard, Marva Ginyard & Rebecca Ross (8:30 am) William Johnson, Morris James & Rosa James (10:30 am) Acolyte: Moses Boyd (10:30 am) Trustees on Duty: Darryl Wyles (8:30 am) Canardo M. Richardson (10:30 am) 9:30 10:30 am Adult 1 9 Children 2 8/2 9 Youth 1 12 Blessed are the Rejects John 4:4 30 Matthew Wilke, Pastor Rico Huff, Music Director Asbury UMC Live Stream Go to asburyumcdc.org and select the live stream button on the home page to watch the 10:30 am 6:00 pm services on Sunday. MINISTRY LEADERS, WHAT ARE YOUR 2018 EVENT PLANS? Submit dates and secure space with the church of ice today. We want to get you on the calendar and share details with the congregation. Meeting space is on a irst come basis. Email your details to asburymail@asburyumcdc.org or call 202 628 0009. 4
Asbury s Week At A Glance Sunday, January 14, 2018 7:30 am Valet Parking 8:30 am & 10:30 am Worship, Sanctuary 9:30 am Adult Sunday School, 1 9 9:30 am Children s Sunday School, 2 8/2 9 9:30 am Youth Sunday School, 1 12 9:30 am Coffee Hour, G 1 9:30 am & 12:30 pm Greeters Mtg., Library 1:00 pm Neighbor to Neighbor Football Event, G 1 6:00 pm The Bridge Worship Service, G 1 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS We hope that through word, music, fellowship and prayer you will experience the presence of God today. Please make sure you sign the attendance register as it is passed so that we can share with you about what is happening in the life of this church. Monday, January 15, 2018 Closed in observance of Martin Luther King s Birthday Tuesday, January 16, 2018 3:00 pm Deadline: Asburyan Bulletin & Ads 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 7:00 pm Fitness and Exercise Class, OSH Wednesday, January 17, 2018 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 6:30 pm Finance Committee Mtg., 1 11/1 12 7:00 pm Howard Univ./Wesley Foundation Mtg., 1 9 Thursday, January 18, 2018 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 10:00 am Stephen Ministry Training, 1 9 6:30 pm Asbury Dwellings Board Mtg., Asbury Dwellings 6:45 pm Asbury Federal Credit Union Board Mtg., Off site 7:00 pm Band Practice for the Bridge, G 1 Friday, January 19, 2018 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., 1 11/1 12/2 8/2 9 Saturday, January 20, 2018 10:00 am Asbury Handbell Choir Rehearsal, G 1 10:00 am Prayer Bead Workshop, 1 9 11:00 am Wesleyan Choir Rehearsal, OSH 11:30 am Food Pantry, G 4 12:30 pm Male Chorus Rehearsal, OSH 2:00 pm Higher Praise Choir Rehearsal, OSH From The Senior Pastor s Desk January 2018 Word for the Month: GREATER IS COMING Scripture of the Month: Mark 1 Large and small print copies are available for $1. Pick up a few copies in the Narthex after worship today. Thought for the Month: 1967, Dr. Mar n Luther King, Jr., isolated himself from the demands of the civil rights movement, rented a house in Jamaica with no telephone, and labored over his final manuscript. In this prophe c work, he lays out his thoughts, plans, and dreams for America's future, including the need for be er jobs, higher wages, decent housing, and quality educa on. With a universal message of hope that con nues to resonate, King demanded an end to global suffering, asser ng that humankind for the first me has the resources and technology to eradicate poverty. Emphasis for the Month: Discipleship Pastor s Book of the Month: Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community by Mar n Luther King, Jr. 5
HUMAN RELATIONS DAY IS TODAY It s a special giving Sunday! GREETERS MEETINGS TODAY This meeting is intended for those who already welcome worshipers and those persons who would like to become greeters. Please come to the library after both worship services for a discussion session. Questions? Call Mary Roberts, Coordinator at 202 362 6994. The Baltimore Washington Conference will offer college scholarships for the Fall 2018 semester. Students can apply today March 7 through an online application system. Scholarships are available to students attending or enrolling in accredited colleges and universities in the United States. Students must be an active member of a church for at least one year and be attending (or will attend) an accredited college or university within the United States full time. Students will need to provide their official transcript (high school or college) and contact information for two church references (pastor and another member of the church). In addition, the student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For additional information and to apply, visit www.bwcumc.org/administration/finance/localchurch resources/scholarships/. TODAY, after both services, stop by the Old Social Hall to pick-up your 2018 offering envelopes. It s the last day for pick-up. REMINDER For those members who opted out of receiving giving envelopes, we will continue to accept your tithes and offerings in the following ways: Monthly check or weekly checks with your envelope number in the memo line. These may be put in the offering baskets or mailed to the finance office. If you do not remember your envelope number, we can find you in the system. Use the e-giving option on the church website. Make your contributions using credit/debit cards during service. Ushers can provide the credit card processor for your convenience. The Stewardship Committee 6
Asburyans, plan to attend to bring a united voice concerning our position on the streetcar. Sunday, January 21 Lay Visitors will receive a special blessing during worship service. JOIN US FOR AN INFORMATION SESSION January 21 ~ 9:30 10:30 am ~ Fellowship Hall Rachel Luna, Executive Director, will share information about Project Transformation. This nonprofit s mission is to engage young adults in purposeful leadership and ministry, support children in holistic development, and connect churches with communities. The Floyd Robinson Scholarship Competition Sunday, January 21 3-6 pm Old Social Hall DC Streetcar: Union Station to Georgetown Environmental Assessment Public Meeting The District Department of Transportation (DDOT), along with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), invite you to a public meeting on Tuesday, January 23 to provide an update on the Union Station to Georgetown (USGT) Streetcar Environmental Assessment (EA) and to discuss potential storage and maintenance sites that have been identified for the new USGT streetcar vehicles. When: Tuesday, January 23 (6-8 pm) Where: George Washington University Funger Hall, Room 108 2201 G St., NW, Wash., DC The EA considers alternative approaches to extending the existing streetcar line from Union Station to Georgetown and will evaluate the environmental and cultural effects of the proposed improvements. The meeting will review updates on the alternatives and technical analysis conducted since November 2016, as well as provide information on potential storage and maintenance sites. The USGT EA is being prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. 7
Asbury Church Treasurer & Financial Secretary Wanted Church Treasurer: Part-time position, 24-32 hours per week. General accounting and review functions, administrative duties. CPA or seasoned accountant with 3-5 years of experience. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business is required. Experience with Quickbooks, ACS and Microsoft Office required. Familiarity with the United Methodist Church is a plus. Financial Secretary: Part-time position, 24 hours per week. Provide financial support to the Church Treasurer, members, Finance Committee, and others. Experience with payroll practices and procedures, ACS, Quickbooks, and Microsoft Office. Submit resumes to the Staff Parish Relations Committee Chair (SPRC@asburyumcdc.org) by January 31. Questions? Call Jeanarta McEachron at 202-669-2653. 8
40 DAY DANIEL FAST Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 14 March 29. Lent is a period of fasting for 40 days prior to Easter, with most fasting six days a week and then eating moderately on Sunday. The big feast is on Easter as we celebrate the most important day of the entire year Resurrection Sunday! We invite you to take the 40 day Daniel Fast challenges health permitting. More details coming soon. Higher Praise Gospel Chorale Musical Praise Celebration on Sunday, February 18 both services. Join us as we sing praises to Jesus. RSVP TO ATTEND Sunday, February 18 After the 10:30 am worship service in room 1 8 New Asbury members and anyone in the congregation may attend. You will receive a common understanding of our Christian faith and the United Methodist Church. Lunch will be provided. Call 202 628 0009 to sign up. Sunday, February 25 Special Recognition Sunday for HBCU Graduates & Sorority and Fraternity Members 9
SAT., MARCH 17, 2018 10AM-2PM SPONSORED BY ASBURY UMC HEALTH MINISTRY HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL & MINORITY ORGAN TISSUE TRANSPLANT EDUCATION PROGRAM ALL AGES WELCOME FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS CPR/AED TRAINING E, CPR AED (A E D ). Y. LET S CELEBRATE! LET S GET TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH BIRTHDAYS. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 18. WE LL MEET AFTER THE 10:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE IN FELLOWSHIP HALL FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS, PLEASE SEE WILLIE CLARK OR NINA MCEADDY TO MAKE A $25 DONATION TO THE BIRTHDAY FUND. T 5 A UMC, FREE. P 202 865 4888 ( ). T F, F 9. ASBURY UMC 926 11TH STREET, NW WASHINGTON, DC FITNESS WITH THAMAR DAVIS T 7 F H T Resistance bands & weights Circuit and target training No judgement zone Move at your own pace Drop ins welcome, pay as you go Contact the church office for details. 10
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Looking for an Opportunity to Serve? Consider the Asbury Lay Servants Ministry Calling all laity who may be interested in becoming Certified Lay Servants! Would you enjoy helping to lead worship services and speaking to and with groups of people? Are you interested in biblical history and interpretation, and leading bible study? Do you enjoy communicating with others in a nurturing, caring way? Would you like to extend your ministry with Christ in new directions as a Lay Servant? If so, it sounds like the Asbury Lay Servants Ministry may be just the thing for you! Undecided? Feel free to contact one of Asbury s Lay Servants to hear of their Lay Servant experiences: Tawana Jackson Sandra King-Shaw Frances Neal Ann Price, Asbury Lay Servant Coordinator Brenda Reid-Sanders Ruth Scarbrough Carol Travis, Greater Washington District Coordinator For more detailed information on the Certified Lay Servant program, go to: http://www.bwcumc.org/ ministries/ministry-of-the-laity/certified-lay-servants/ or contact Ann Price at pricefa@verizon.net or 301-464- 0602. Sunday, January 14 John 4:34-36 Monday, January 15 Romans 5:1-11 Tuesday, January 16 James 4:1-10 Wednesday, January 17 Psalm 119:105-112 DAILY WORD Thursday, January 18 Romans 8:31-39 Friday, January 19 Ephesians 1:15-23 Saturday, January 20 Acts 2:41-42 GETTING AROUND There is an elevator in the Education Building that accesses all levels of the church the sanctuary, the fellowship hall, and all the Sunday School rooms. Free parking is available Sundays in the garage adjacent to our 11th Street entrance. You may pick up a parking pass from the 11th Street reception desk. Restrooms are on the lower level on either side of the narthex and on the 2nd and 3rd floors. Asbury United Methodist Church Rev. Dr. Ianther M. Mills, Senior Pastor Rev. Alexis Brown, Howard University UM Chaplain Min. Matthew Wilke, Contemporary Worship Pastor Rev. Ivan Milosi, Ministry Intern Tawana Jackson, Stephen Minister Bishop Forrest Stith, Retired Bishop in Residence Robert Mallett & Darryl Wyles, Lay Leaders Rev. Gerard A. Green, Jr., District Superintendent Bishop LaTrelle Miller Easterling, Episcopal Leader of the Baltimore Washington Conference Visit asburyumcdc.org for information about our ministries. Find us on Facebook and Twitter. 926 11th St., NW, Washington, DC 20001 ~ 202 628 0009 ~ asburymail@asburyumcdc.org Monday Friday ~ 8:00 am 4:30 pm 12