November 26, 2017 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 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 26, 2017 8:30 & 10:45 A.M. Welcome and Announcements Prelude Gathering in God s Presence *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 Crown Him with Many Crowns 327 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 Moment (8:30) Laura Stinnett (10:45) Tony Hilliard 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 Prepare the Way of the Lord Chancel Choir Benjamin Harlan 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 The Holly and the Ivy Phil Brandon, flute Arr. Chip Davis *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 Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service 581 Hearing God s Word Scripture Lesson Psalm 100 (NLT, Pew Bible) 459 Matthew 25:31-46 (NLT, Pew Bible) 756 The Message Between Turkey and Tree Rev. Doug Walker Christ in Disguise Rev. Mary Hilliard Responding to God With Our Lives *Hymn of Commitment Rejoice, the Lord is King 715 *Blessing of God s People *Choral Benediction My Eternal King Chancel Choir Arr. Jane Marshall Postlude You are encouraged to go forth and serve Christ after the singing of the Benediction. Acolyte: 10:45 - Claire South Liturgist: 8:30 - Craig Boes / 10:45 - Sabrina Hinson Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Austin Pittman, Joe Hof / 10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath
November 26, 2017 Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center 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. This is Amazing Grace Welcome and Announcements Children s Moments Laura Stinnett 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. Hallelujah Great Are You, Lord Pastoral Prayer and Lord s Prayer Sharing of Our Gifts Burn in Me The Message Psalm 100 Between Turkey and Tree The Invitation The Heart of Worship 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: Cara Chapman Sound Operator: Randy Dennis Video Operator: Dave Marano Celebration Band Celebration Singers Jay McDaniel Steve Chapman Mike McNerlin Shawn McNerlin 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 Cara Chapman, Praise & Worship Leader cara@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, Child Development Ctr., Director accdcdir@asbury-lr.org Abby Ramirez, Child Development Ctr., Asst. Dir., Interim asstdir@asbury-lr.org
Special Events Wed., Thur. & Fri., Nov. 22, 23 & 24...ACCDC Closed Thur. & Fri., Nov. 23 & 24...Church Office Closed Sunday, Dec. 26th...Decorating of the Sanctuary and Wilson Activity Center Sunday, Dec. 3rd...Asbury Jingle Jubilee 5 pm - 6:30 pm (Wilson Activity Center) Sunday, November 19th, 2017 Prayers: 8:30 am 143 Emily Evans Betty Watt 10:45 am (Divine) 87 Mildred Bradley Charlie Ward, Sr. 10:45 am (Celebration) 102 Bob McInturff Rev. Wayne Jarvis Total Worship Attendance: 332 Guests: 26 including 4 first-time guests WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP OUR PRISON MINISTRY? We are accepting jackets and coats in good, clean condition to give to the men who are getting out of prison in this cold season. Just bring them to the church office during office hours or on Sundays. Also, we will need extra financial help to buy Christmas gifts for the children who visit their dad s at Christmas. Put Prison Ministry on the memo line of your check. Thank you! SPECIAL CHILDREN S MINISTRY DATES: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children Sun., Nov. 26: Regular Sunday activities Wed., Nov. 29: Faith Family Dinner, 5:45 pm; The Edge and Wild Wednesdays, 6:30 pm Sun., Dec. 3: Regular Sunday activities; Asbury Jingle Jubilee, 5 pm - 6:30 pm Wed., Dec. 6: Faith Family Dinner, 5:45 pm; The Edge and Wild Wednesdays, 6:30 pm YOUTH NEWS: Sunday night Bryan Hall will be leading the youth, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm in the Warehouse. For Wednesday night: Dinner is at 5:45 pm, don t forget to bring your $5 for the meal. Junior High topic is What if I m smarter than they are? led by Austin York, Senior high topic is Christianity led by Rachel Golden and Amy Scott. JOB OPPORTUNITY Asbury UMC is seeking a dedicated Christian with a heart for youth and their families to be our new Minister of Youth and Young Adults. Send inquiries and/or resumes to Reverend Mary Hilliard: mary@asbury-lr.org. Thank you! Today s Sacred Grounds: Sponsored by an Anonymous donor. Open dates are Dec. 17, 24 & 31. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office for a date. Open dates for Flowers: Dec. 10. Call the office to reserve a date. Pastor on Weekend Call: June 30, July 1, 2 Rev. Doug Walker 479-597-6006 Pastor on weekend call: Nov. July 24, 7, 8, 25, 926 Rev. Rev. Mary Mary Hilliard Hilliard 870-718-3697 Dec. 1, 2, 3 Rev. Doug Walker Preaching Schedule Sunday, Nov. 19th Sunday, Dec. 3rd 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Doug Walker Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Doug Walker 10:45 Celebration Service Rev. Doug Walker Rev. Mary Hilliard Drivers Van Car Tim Wall Harry Galusha
Sunday, November 26th 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 2:00 pm Decorating the Sanctuary & WAC for Advent 4:30 pm Confirmation Class (Room 226) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Student Ministries (Warehouse) Monday, November 27th 6:00 pm Men s Basketball (WAC) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103) Tuesday, November 28th 6:00 pm Prison Band Rehearsal (Room 200) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 101) Wednesday, November 29th 5:30 pm Hand Bell Rehearsal (Room 201) 5:45 pm Faith Family Dinner (WAC) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesdays (Room 210) 6:30 pm The Edge (Room 206) 6:30 pm Wednesday Night Youth Ministries (Warehouse) 6:30 pm Wally Gee Men s Bible Study (Room 226) Thursday, November 30th 6:30 pm Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) Friday, December 1st Saturday, December 2nd Asbury Weekly Calendar Sunday, December 3rd 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 3:00 pm Confirmation Class (Room 226) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Asbury Jingle Jubilee (WAC) 5:30 pm Manabadi Classes (Room 102) * WAC - Wilson Activity Center Daily devotionals from Pastor Mary are available on the website, www.asbury-lr.org. Click on Blogs.