January 24, 2021

Third Sunday after the Epiphany β€” 46th 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".

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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 β–Ί

Flowers:

The flowers for today’s service are given in honor of Rev. Claire Marich, who is celebrating a birthday today.

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 β€” our videographers, video editors, sound editors, and font editors.

Licensing

CCLI License: Account# 3820695
Copyright License #2291323
Β  Exp date 09/30/20
Streaming License #20116968
Β  Exp date 03/31/21
Worship Service Video (synopsis below)

Synopsis

  • OPENING: "The Storm" β€” When: A long, long time ago. Where: A far away ocean.
    The sailors of a ship are in the midst of a raging storm and are desperate to save it and themselves. What do they do and what does it lead to?
    Sailors: Patrick Prokop, David Alley, Preston Hodges, Chuck Long, Stephen Reed, and Kim Patrick. Written by: Rev. Billy Hester.
  • PRELUDE: "The Storm is Passing Over" β€” Asbury Memorial Choir, Directed by Ray Ellis. Piano: Kay Deffley. Assistant to Kay: Randy Canady.
  • WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Rev. Billy Hester
  • CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Billy Hester
  • TAIZΓ‰ HYMN: "Come, O Redeemer, Come" β€” Ray Ellis, video montage by Rayl
  • SCRIPTURE: Jonah 3:1-5, 10 β€” Janet Wagner
  • PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE: Rev. Claire Marich
  • TELLIING OF THE JONAH STORY β€” Cheri Hester and the Asbury Congregation (original recording from January 21, 2018 β–Ί).
  • SERMON: "A Whale of a Tale that Never Goes Stale" β€” Rev. Billy Hester
  • LITANY OF RESPONSE (see bulletin)β€” Rev. Billy Heste
  • INVITATION FOR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
  • OFFERTORY: "Flight Song" β€” Georgia Southern University Singers
  • DOXOLOGY
  • PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
  • BENEDICTION: Rev. Billy Hester
  • CHORAL RESPONSE: "Here I Am. Lord," led by Cheri Hester
  • POSTLUDE: "Take Me to the Water" β€” Georgia Southern University Singers, Conducted by: Jeanna Mobie.

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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