ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LOVING...SERVING...TRANSFORMING LIVES MARCH 24, 2019 ~ 8:30 AM AND 10:30 AM WORSHIP Note to Self: Get the Most Out of Life 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 THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT 8:30 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. WELCOME, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PASSING OF THE PEACE GATHERING PRAISE He s Sweet I Know (510 AAHH) CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Welcome to the fabulous feast that God has prepared! People: We come hungry, thirsty, and searching for God. Leader: God is near, full of power, and glory. People: We are here to be fed by God s word. Leader: Lift up your hands in praise! People: We will sing with joy on our lips. Leader: Bless God, who upholds us with God s strength. People: We will bless God as long as we live! MORNING PRAYER SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 55:1 9 (OT Pages 685 686) MINISTRY OF MUSIC SERMON INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP PRAYER AND PRESENTATION OF TITHES & OFFERING OFFERTORY Fill My Cup, Lord...arr. Blanchard Eugene Thomas (tenor) Note to Self: Get the Most Out of Life Rev. Dr. Ianther M. Mills Senior Pastor A Charge to Keep I Have (413 UMH) In the Garden...arr. Murray Eugene Thomas (tenor) Doxology OFFERTORY RESPONSE 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. RECESSIONAL DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life (427 UMH) POSTLUDE We Shall Behold Him arr. Austin 2
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT 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. WELCOME, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PASSING OF THE PEACE INTROIT PROCESSIONAL O Worship the Lord arr. Murry Wesleyan Choir He s Sweet I Know (510 AAHH) CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Welcome to the fabulous feast that God has prepared! People: We come hungry, thirsty, and searching for God. Leader: God is near, full of power, and glory. People: We are here to be fed by God s word. Leader: Lift up your hands in praise! People: We will sing with joy on our lips. Leader: Bless God, who upholds us with God s strength. People: We will bless God as long as we live! CHILDREN S MESSAGE HYMN OF PRAISE (Congregants may now enter the Sanctuary) Kisha Woolen And Can It Be that I Should Gain (363 UMH) CALL TO PRAYER Just a Little Talk With Jesus (378 AAHH) MORNING PRAYER PRAYER RESPONSE More Love to Thee, O Christ...arr. Doane Wesleyan Choir SCRIPTURE READINGS Isaiah 55:1 9 (OT Pages 685 686) 1 Corinthians 10:1 13 (NT Pages 172) Luke 13:1 9 (NT Pages 76) Leader: This is the word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. SERMONIC SELECTION Fairest Lord Jesus...arr. Hakes Marion Hines (contralto) Aaron Leathers (bass baritone) SERMON Note to Self: Get the Most Out of Life Rev. Dr. Ianther M. Mills Senior Pastor 3
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP A Charge to Keep I Have (413 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. PRAYER AND PRESENTATION OF TITHES & OFFERING OFFERTORY He Touched Me...arr. Gaither Phillip Collins soloist 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. RECESSIONAL DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING POSTLUDE Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life (427 UMH) Hush, Hush, Somebody s Callin My Name...Negro Spiritual The congregation is asked to remain seated for the closing voluntary. WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Minister of Music & Liturgical Arts Director: Everett P. Williams, Jr. Organist: Earl Hargrove Music: Eugene Thomas (tenor) (8:30 am) Wesleyan Choir, Phillip Collins (soloist), Marion Hines (contralto), and Aaron Leathers (bass baritone) (10:30 am) Liturgists: Kisha Woolen (8:30 am) Carol Travis, Diamond Lewis, and Jeanna Martin Colbert (10:30 am) Ushers: Men Greeters: Jeanne Parks, Margaret Holmes, and E. Marilyn Williams (8:30 am) Yvonne Harvey, Morris James, and Rosa James (10:30 am) Trustees on Duty: Beverly Allen (8:30 am) and James Gary (10:30 am) 4
Asbury s Week At A Glance Sunday, March 24, 2019 8:30 am Audio of N 2 Members, Chapel 8:30 am Traditional Worship Service, Sanctuary 9:00 am Asbury Federal Credit Union, Fellowship Hall 9:00 am Adult Sunday School, 1 9 9:30 am Children s Sunday School, 2 8/2 9 9:30 am Youth Sunday School, 1 11/1 12 9:30 am Archives & History Meeting, Library 10:30 am Traditional Worship Service, Sanctuary 12:00 pm Youth Ministry Meeting, 1 9 12:30 pm Youth Confirmation Class, 1 9 5:00 pm The Bridge Contemporary Service, Fellowship Hall Saturday, (cont.) 11:00 am Wesleyan Choir Rehearsal, OSH 11:30 am Food Pantry 12:30 pm Male Choir, OSH 12:30 pm Asbury UMM Meeting, Fellowship Hall 2:00 pm Higher Praise, OSH 2:00 pm Beta Zeta Chapter Finer Womanhood Program, Fellowship Hall Monday, March 25, 2019 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 3:00 pm Asburyan Deadline Tuesday, March 26, 2019 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 11:00 am Weekly Staff Meeting, 1 9 6:30 pm Financial Peace University Class, 1 11/1 12 7:00 pm Disciple s Bible Study Class, 2 8/2 9 7:00 pm Fitness and Exercise, Fellowship Hall Wednesday, March 27, 2019 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 10:30 am Friends of God Bible Study, First UMC Hyattsville 7:00 pm Church Council Meeting, 1 11/1 12 Thursday, March 28, 2019 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 7:00 pm 40 Days of Prayer Bible Study, 1 11/1 12 Friday, March 29, 2019 7:45 am Downtown Cluster s Geriatric Ctr., G 1/OSH/1 11/1 12 Saturday, March 30, 2019 9:00 am Sisters of Grace & Support Group Meeting, Chapel 10:00 am Asbury Hand Bell Choir, G 13 From The Senior Pastor s Desk Word for the Month: March 2019 HER STORY Scripture of the Month: Luke 8 Thought for the Month: Within the pages of American history are the stories of remarkable African American women who have defied the odds, taken a stand for justice, and made incredible strides despite opposition from the culture around them. From well known figures like Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks to women rarely found in any history book, Women in Black History explores the lives of writers, athletes, singers, activists, and educators who have made an indelible mark on our country and our culture. Emphasis for the Month: Women s History Month Pastor s Book of the Month: Women in Black History: Stories of Courage, Faith, and Resilience by Tricia Williams Jackson (cont.) 5
Asbury UMC Live Stream Go to asburyumcdc.org and select the live stream button on the home page to watch the 10:00 am service. Change your browser if there s no connection. 9:00 am 10:00 am Adults 1 9 Children 2 8/2 9 Youth 1 12 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. Join us for refreshments, resources, and fellowship in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30 10:30 am on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 5th Sunday. You re Invited! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1 13 (NIV) Series: Lent Week Three Sunday, March 24, 2019 5 :00 pm Speaker: Pastor Matthew Wilke Join us in Fellowship Hall today. 6
Friends of God A Discipleship Experience MEMBERSHIP ASSIMILATION AND RECORDS COMMITTEE (MARC) BIRTHDAY FELLOWSHIP CLASS March 27, 2019 TIME 10:30 am 12 Noon LOCATION First UMC Hyattsville FACILITATOR Dr. Adelia H. Williams Please watch bulletin for information on starting dates and when books can be purchased. B. Bland & C. McDaniel Faith Formation Team Leaders The birthday chairs and coordinators voted 13 to 2 to hold future Birthday Fellowships once a year instead of every three (3) months. A meeting will be held and open to all birthday members at: 12:30 pm on Sunday, March 31, 2019 Rooms 2-8 and 2-9. Please be present to discuss details, date and logistics. Please RSVP to Sandra Kelly at sandyk4755@yahoo.com. SAVE THE DATE 3.31.2019 THE GREETERS COMMITTEE WILL MEET IN THE LIBRARY ON SISTERS IN GRACE March 31st (the fifth Sunday) In the Chapel at the close of the 8:30 a.m. service MARCH 31, 2019 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 8:30 SERVICE. ROSA AND MARILYN CAN T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU IN PERSON! 7
Lilies for Easter Sunday Orders for Lilies to be placed in the Sanctuary for Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019 are being accepted by Pat Crudup and Judith Roberts please e mail Pat: pacrudup@gmail.com or call Judy (202) 726 4221. The cost is $15.00 (checks made payable to Asbury Methodist Church). Order forms will be placed in the Narthex March 10, 2019. The deadline is Sunday, April 7, 2019, please submit names (in memory/in honor of) and checks. All orders must be paid by the deadline. Thank you, Pat Crudup and Judith Roberts Join us for the free egg hunt, arts & craft and lunch EGGstravaganza Saturday April 13, 2019 11:30 AM 3:30 PM (Ages 3 to 11) * Donations appreciated * Hosted by Children s Ministry RSVP by: April 5, 2019 Contact: Patrice, pab3@erols.com; Rhonda, rlynnpierce@aol.com; or Vanessa, williford_v@hotmail.com Thursday, April 18, 2019 Maundy Thursday Sunday, April 14, 2019 Confirmation Class Celebration 8
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 19 12 NOON Rev. Dr. Terri Rae Chattin Rev. Desire Grogan Min. Heureuse Milosi Rev. Dr. Mary K. Totty HOST PASTOR REV. DR. IANTHER M. MILLS Dr. Donna Claycomb Sokol ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 926 11TH ST NW WASHINGTON, DC 20001 9 Rev. Dr. Cheryl Sanders
Friday, April 19, 2019 The Youth Ministry will tour the National Museum of African American History and Culture Saturday, April 20, 2019 John 19:30 When Jesus had received the wine, he said, It is finished. Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Please contact Sarita Singh to RSVP and for more information at saritamsingh13@gmail.com. Easter Sunday Sunday, April 21, 2019 Services: Sunrise 6:15 am Matthew 28:6 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. 8:30 am 10:30 am 5:00 pm 10
SAVE THE DATE "MEN'S WEEKEND 2019" JUNE 7, 8, AND 9 Contact: Joseph Yearwood joseph_yearwood@yahoo.com We will be going to see the play JESUS again by popular demand in Lancaster, Pa. We have prices for Adults and Children. The date for the play is June 21, 2019. We will be going to Toby s Dinner Theater Of Columbia, Md. To see the play The BODYGUARD featuring songs from Whitney Houston. The date for this play is September 22, 2019. 11
Women s History Month 2019 Celebrating Women of Asbury 45 and Under March is Women s History Month. This year, the United Methodist Women and Archives and History are proud to join in recognizing and celebrating young women of Asbury who are helping to make our Church, the world, our nation, and our communities better. The theme for this year s national observance of Women s History Month is Visionary Women: Champions of Peace & Nonviolence. Across the nation, women who have led efforts to end war, violence, and injustice and pioneered the use of nonviolence to change society are being honored this month. This year at Asbury, we are proud to recognize Women Under 45 in our congregation. These young women are accomplished, compassionate, committed, and we are grateful that they are helping to secure Asbury s future. This week we are proud to recognize Sarita Singh and Elle Waters. Sarita Singh is Asbury s new Youth Ministry Coordinator. A third generation Asburyan, Sarita is the daughter of Cheryl Doby- Copeland and the granddaughter of Jamesetta Doby. Sarita was christened, confirmed, and married at Asbury. Growing up at Asbury, Sarita was active in youth activities and loved playing the bells. Sarita graduated magna cum laude from the evening program of The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, while working full time as a Veterinary Technician for the Department of Defense. She obtained her juris doctorate in May 2013, and earned a Certificate from the Comparative and International Law Institute. Sarita is licensed to practice law before the U.S. Supreme Court, the State of Maryland, and the District of Columbia. Sarita received her bachelor s degree in Animal Sciences, with Spanish as a minor, from the University of Maryland, College Park, in December 2005. Presently, Sarita is a Senior International Trade Attorney with U.S. Customs and Border Protection s Office of Trade. In this position Sarita writes binding decisions regarding international trade law, protecting our nation from fraudulent and illegal imports and other trade activities. Sarita previously clerked for the Chief Judge of the U.S. Department of Labor s Office of Administrative Law Judges. Additionally, Sarita currently serves as a volunteer Guardian ad litem, representing minor children involved in contentious custody disputes, before the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Sarita is devoted to serving her community and the nation, through her public service. Sarita is married to Mahadeo Singh and they are the parents of three beautiful daughters, Gabriella, 12; Alejandra, 3; and Victoria, 2. 12
Elle Waters is the daughter of Marsha Waters and the late Reginald Waters; she is sister to Maxim and Harper. Elle was baptized and confirmed at Asbury. She regularly participates and supports the Church s ministries and activities. She is a member of Asbury s Sunday School and she serves as an acolyte. Once a month, Elle supports the Neighbor to Neighbor breakfast, helping to pass out toiletries and undergarments. She also helps the Communion Stewards on first Sundays. Recently, Elle participated in ROCK, the annual United Methodist retreat for youth, in Ocean City, Maryland. She also has represented Asbury, attending the United Methodist Women s Mission U for youth for several years. Elle is an eighth grader at Washington Latin Charter School. She is considered a leader in her school community and she is a straight A (High Honors) student. Elle is active in her school serving as a school Ambassador, singing in the choir, playing basketball and representing the school in Model United Nations. Elle plans to play volleyball and varsity basketball in high school this fall. A member of Girl Scouts since age five, Elle continually exhibits the Girl Scout values courage, confidence, and character. As we continue to celebrate Women s History Month 2019, we proudly congratulate our Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Ianther M. Mills. Reverend Mills will receive the Nannie Helen Burroughs Award, Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Howard University School of Divinity. This award is given in recognition of the seen and unseen labor of women in pastoral leadership and their pastoral work in the city and beyond. The award will be presented to Reverend Mills during a celebration of the 30 th Anniversary of the Womanist Consultation, a trail blazing group of womanist scholars whose work has benefited the church, the academy, and the larger society. We give God thanks and praise for sending Reverend Mills to be our spiritual leader. Congratulations Reverend Mills! Asbury Leadership Team: Staff Parrish Relations Committee Church Council Trustee Board Lay Leaders 13
Prayers for Lent Youth Prayer for Lent Lord, Teach me a new freedom. Freedom to reject comparison And to embrace uniqueness. Freedom to cut ties with greed And feast on love. Freedom to abstain from over indulgence And feast on self control. Freedom to leave behind selfish thoughts And to focus on the needs of others. Freedom to fend off insecurity And to embrace grace. Lord, at this time of Lent, Thank you for the freedom you bring. Amen. (from www.lords prayer words.com) A Children's Prayer for Lent Lord, please show me what I should give up for Lent And when I've given it up Remind me to pray to You instead To thank You To love You To hear from You Each and every day in Lent Amen (a modern children's prayer for seeking God from www.lords prayer words.com) 14
An Adult s Prayer for Lent Lord, let everything I do this day and in this season of Lent come from you, be inspired by you. I long to be closer to you. Help me to remember that nothing is important in my life unless it glorifies you in some way. It's so easy to get caught up in the day to day of my life and keep saying, "Tomorrow, I will spend more time in prayer," but now my longing meets your love and I want to do it now. Help me to rely on you for help. The prayer asks you that I reach perfection. Please, Lord, remind me that "perfection" isn't the crazy, "successful" way I try to live my life, but a perfection of my most authentic, real self. My "perfection" might be holding my many flaws in my open hands, asking you to help me accept them. Heal me, Lord, and help me to find you in the darkness of my life. Let me reach out in this darkness and feel your hand and love there to guide me. (onlineministries.creighton.edu) Happy Birthday, Mom (Marion Whitlock Jones). May you rejoice in heaven as we rejoice here on earth. Love, Cliftine (March 29, 2019) THANK YOU Asbury UMC, Thank you for your prayers and thoughts during our me of sorrow. We appreciate the lovely floral arrangement and cards. ~The Jackson & Mills Family 15
To Rev. Dr. Ianther Mills and my Asbury Church family: Words can hardly express the gratefulness my family & I felt seeing many Asburyans celebrate my husband, Herbert Thomas, homegoing services. Thank you for the beautiful plant, many uplifting messages, monetary gifts, and other acts of kindness, all warmed my heart. Thanks Pastor Mills for your presence and support. Blessings to each of you for you truly blessed me. Shirley Thomas and Family Sunday, March 24 Romans 6:3-11 Monday, March 25 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 Tuesday, March 26 Jeremiah 29:10-13 Wednesday, March 27 Psalm 139:1-6 DAILY WORD Thursday, March 28 Matthew 9:35-38 Friday, March 29 Psalm 56:13 Saturday, March 30 Hebrews 4:13-16 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. 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 Tawana Jackson, Stephen Minister Bishop Forrest Stith, Retired Bishop in Residence Sandy Adams & 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 Thursday ~ 8:00 am 4:30 pm / Friday ~ 8:00 am 12 Noon 16