December 1, 2019

1st Sunday of Advent — HOPE

Ministers:

Rev. Billy Hester
Rev. Claire Marich
Rev. Bob Chvatal
Rev. Jan Durham

Musicians:

Piano: Ray Ellis, Kay Deffley
Organ: Kay Deffley
Keyboard: Randy Canady
Bass: Danny Beam 

Technicians:

Videographer: Patrick Prokop
Sound and Light Technicians:
  Chris Kincade
  Bridgette Kincade

Bulletin for the Service â–º

Flowers:

The flowers for Sunday's worship service are given by Mike Flatt in memory of his mom and dad. Flowers also are given by Wendy Ciccodicola and family in memory of Wendell Hearn Hester.

Special Thanks:

Every Sunday at Asbury, there are people who work behind the scenes to help make the day meaningful and wonderful for all of us and our visitors. We thank those unsung heroes of faith—our hospitality team, ushers, greeters, connectors, nursery workers, and children's church teachers.

New Bible Study

Rev. Claire Marich announced a new Bible study based on the weekly lectionary. The group will meet in the conference room on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. Danny Beam will lead.
 

Chimes, Preparing Hearts and Minds for Worship
and "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"

Asbury Memorial Handbell Choir
Directed by: Ray Ellis
 

Lighting the Advent Candle of Hope

Chelsea Hester and Chris Bradt
 

Choral Response from Choir: "Come, Child of Hope"

Asbury Memorial Choir
Directed by: Ray Ellis
 

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 [NIV]

Rev. Bob Chvatal
 

Mission Announcements

Rev. Billy Hester gives information about ongoing missions at Asbury, including about a December 9th fundraiser for "Shelter from the Rain," which works with single mothers, and information about the Angel Tree.
 

Sermon: "God's Dream for Humanity"

Rev. Billy Hester
 

Sermon Audio (MP3)

(Download a copy of the audio: right-click here and select "save link (or target) as"; then select a destination on your computer and click OK.)

Offertory: "Prepare the Way"

Written by: Brad Croushorn
Directed by: Ray Ellis
Piano: Kay Deffley
Assistant to Key: Randy Canady
Soloist: Danny Beam
 

Announcements and Induction of New Members, Bob and Jan Corey
Benediction, and "Here I Am, Lord"

Rev. Billy Hester
Cheri Hester
Bob and Jan Corey
Asbury Memorial Congregation
 

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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