February 17, 2021

Ash Wednesday Service — The First Day of the Season of Lent

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
Chris Kincade, Youth Director

Bulletin for the Service â–º

Special Thanks:

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 
Copyright License #2291323
Streaming License #20116968
Short clips used in our service are used in compliance with Fair Use.
Worship Service Video (synopsis below)
 

Synopsis

  • PRELUDE: Altar and Song — "Holy Vessels" (used with permission from The Worship Design Studio)
  • WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIP:  Rev. Billy Hester
  • HYMN: "Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Years" — Rev. Billy Hester. Piano: Ray Ellis.
  • PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD'S PRAYER: Rev. Billy Hester
  • READING: Joel 2:1-2 and 12-17 by Chris Kincade
  • INVITATION TO OBSERVANCE OF THE LENTEN DISCIPLINE: Rev. Billy Hester
  • READIING: Psalm 51 by Rev. Claire Marich
  • TAIZÉ CHANT: "O Lord, Hear My Prayer" — The Asbury Memorial Church Choir; Video montage by Ray Ellis.
  • LITANY OF PENITENCE: Rev. Claire Marich
  • ASSURANCE OF PARDON: Rev. Claire Marich
  • CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER: Rev. Billy Hester
  • BENEDICTION: Rev. Billy Hester

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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