Second Sunday of Lent β 51st 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. Bob Chvatal Ray Ellis, Minister of Music
The flowers for todayβs service are given in memory of what would have been the 79th wedding anniversary of Dr. Howard and Mary N. Baker, parents of Dr. Gordon Baker and Dr. Tom Lewis on Feb. 19, 2021.
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 heroes of our faith β videographers, video editors, sound editors, and font editors.
Licensing
Copyright License #2291323 Streaming License #20116968 Short clips of music used with permission from The Worship Design Studio.
Worship Service Video (synopsis below)
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Synopsis
PRELUDE: "Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley" A traditional hymn sung by the Asbury Memorial Church Choir, directed by Ray Ellis. Piano: Kay Deffley. Bass: Doug Povie [recorded March 10, 2019]
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Rev. Billy Hester
CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Billy Hester
LENTEN MEDITATION: designed by Dr. Marcia McFee, presented by Pam Sears, reading a prayer by Pat Stewart, and the Asbury Memorial Church Choir in a video montage by Ray Ellis.
