November 22, 2020 — Thanksgiving Sunday

25th Sunday after Pentecost - 37th Online Service during the COVID-19 Pandemic

We have suspended on-site church activities until further notice.
Remember: This crisis is an opportunity for us to be "little Christs".

 
We extend a cordial welcome to each person worshipping with us online. We realize that during this time of separation, it is critical for us to be connected. We hope the service will leave you feeling renewed, fulfilled, and challenged. God bless you all!

Ministers:

Rev. Billy Hester
Rev. Claire Marich

Bulletin for the Service â–º

Flowers:

The flowers for today’s service are given by Liz Sprague in loving memory of her husband, Bill Sprague.

Special Thanks:

Every Sunday during this period of virtual services due to the pandemic, there are people who work behind the scenes to help make the service meaningful and wonderful for all of us and our online visitors. We thank those unsung heroes of faith—our videographers, video editors, sound editors, and font editors.

Licensing

CCLI License: Account# 3820695
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  Exp date 09/30/20
Streaming License #20116968
  Exp date 03/31/21
Worship Service Video (synopsis below)

Synopsis

  • PRELUDE: "We Gather Together" — Piano: Kay Deffley.
  • HYMN: "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" — Piano: Ray Ellis. Organ: Kay Deffley.
  • SCRIPTURE: Luke 17:11-19 (Jesus heals ten men with leprosy) — Presented tableau-style.
  • PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING: Rev. Claire Marich. Claire uses a prayer from the Book of Common Prayer, which was first published in 1789.
  • STEWARDSHIP FOR GOD'S EARTH: Chuck Eyler
  • ANNOUNCEMENTS: Candace Jenkins
  • PREPARING FOR ADVENT: Ernie Lee
  • HYMN: "Give Thanks" —  Piano: Ray Ellis.
  • SERMON: " Crazy Like a Fox" — Rev. Billy Hester
  • OFFERTORY:- "All Good Gifts," Asbury Dancers, Rev. Billy Hester, and Choir.
  • DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
  • CHORAL RESPONSE: "Here I Am Lord"
  • POSTLUDE: "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come — Asbury Memorial Choir, Asbury Congregation, and the Youth and Children bringing in the harvest (2017)
  • TAG: Mirabelle Deffley brings two small squashes to the altar and offers a prayer.

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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