February 23, 2020

7th Sunday After Epiphany

Ministers:

Rev. Billy Hester
Rev. Bob Chvatal

Musicians:

Piano: Ray Ellis, Kay Deffley
Organ: Kay Deffley
Bass: Doug Povie

Technicians:

Videographer: Patrick Prokop
Sound and Light Technicians:
  Matt Matheny
  Barry Parker
  Philip Pinalt

Bulletin for the Service â–º

Flowers:

The flowers for Sunday's worship service are given in memory of Martha Fedderwitz by Sandy Golden and Catherine Gilbert.

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.

Licensing

CCLI License: Account# 3820695
Copyright License #2291323
  Exp date 09/30/20
Streaming License #20116968
  Exp date 03/31/21

Announcement: Asbury Youth's Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner

Announcer: Preston Hodges
Chris and Bridgette Kincade, along with Fitz Kincade and a couple of Youth Pancakes, announce the annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, this Tuesday in the social hall from 5:45 to 6:30 pm. Shrove Tuesday, also known as "Fat Tuesday," is the last day before the beginning of Lent.
 

Announcement: J.J. Warren's Upcoming Visit

Lance Wilhelm and Tim Burkett give information about J.J. Warren speaking at Asbury and in the community over the weekend of February 28 - March 2.
 

Announcement: Asbury Memorial Theatre's Man of La Mancha

Barbara Gooby, Chair of the Asbury Memorial Theatre Board, announces the Theatre's spring production of Man of La Mancha and acknowledges those involved in creating and constructing the set. Purchase tickets at www.asburymemorial.org/theatre.
 

Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:1-11

Narrator: Rev. Billy Hester
Jesus: Tim Steinhauser
Tempter: Paula Avena
Angels: Jason Zimmer and August Alderman
 

Birthday Greetings

Rev. Billy Hester
Asbury Memorial Congregation
Happy birthday wishes to Judy Jones (81) and Val Utsey (85).
 

Sermon: "Angels in Action"

Rev. Billy Hester
Billy relates the radio waves that surround us to the presence of angels, a divine presence always. He reminds us that our 'Essence is Spiritual". During the upcoming season of Lent, he asks us to:
  1. Practice tuning in to this divine presence
  2. Be an angel to others
  3. Perform a random act of kindness daily
 

Sermon Audio (MP3)

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Offertory: "Living Water, Guiding Spirit"

A Native American Melody
Written by:Joseph M. Martin
Directed by: Ray Ellis
Piano: Kay Deffley
Assistant to Kay: Warren Heilman
Percussion: Sharon Page on rain stick, Nick Deffley on finger cymbals, and Doug Povie on congas.
 

Communion Music: Special Wedding Prayer for Chelsea and Chris Bradt

Rev. Billy Hester and Cheri Hester
Piano: Ray Ellis
Asbury Memorial Choir
 

Benediction and "Here I Am, Lord"

Rev. Billy Hester
Cheri Hester
Asbury Memorial Congregation
 

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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