The flowers for today's service are given by Jim and Alice Burris to the glory of Sandi Oravec's life.
Special Thanks:
Every Sunday at Asbury, there are people who work behind the scenes to help make the day so meaningful and wonderful for all of us and for our visitors. We thank those unsung heroes of faith—our greeters, ushers, connecters, nursery workers, children's church teachers, and Asbury's Hospitality Team.
Prelude: "How Great Thou Art"
Carol Melton
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Announcements
Preston Hodges
Including the upcoming informational meetings for church members concerning the future of Asbury Memorial and its affiliation with the United Methodist Church, the New Members Clasess in October, the upcoming Kid's Cookie Contest on August 11th, and the new job posting board in the narthex. Preston also introduces the guest speaker for today's Summer Speaker Series.
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Reading: "He Was Present"
Anne Hagan
Ginger Miles
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Special Music: "Softly and Tenderly"
Carol Melton
Piano: Kay Deffley
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Prayers of the People and Scripture Reading: Luke 10:38-42 [NIV]
Rev. Claire Marich
Chuch Long
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Special Birthday Wishes
The congregation sings "Happy Birthday" to Bob Haldeman (83) and Jim Utsey (88).
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Sermon: "Mary and Martha: Models for Ministry"
Text:Luke 10:38-42 [NIV, other translations available at the link]
Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Dawn Chesser
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Audio Version
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Offertory Duet: "Be More Kind"
Danny Beam with Bill Oakley, guitar
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Benediction and "Here I Am, Lord"
Rev. Dr. Dawn Chesser gives the Benediction, followed by Linda Combs signing to the congregation as they sing "Here I Am, Lord"
Linda Combs
Asbury Memorial Congregation
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We hope you feel blessed by this service!
BONUS: Results for the 2nd Annual Women's Desserts Contest
