Second Sunday of Easter β 57th 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 Ray Ellis, Minister of Music
The flowers for the service were given in memory of Janice Gantt by her family.
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 in our services used in compliance with Fair Use.
Worship Service Video (synopsis below)
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Synopsis
PRE-MUSIC OPENING: from One Hour of Relaxing Hymns on Piano by Kaleb Brasee
PRELUDE: βO Love", an anthem by Elaine Hagenberg The Asbury Memorial Choir, directed by Danny Beam [Recorded April 28, 2019]. Piano: Kay Deffley. Assistant to Kay: Randy Canady.
SCRIPTURE: Acts 4:32-35, read by Crystal Davidian.
HYMN: "Give Thanks" β sung by Ray Ellis
SERMON: "The Power of Community" β Rev. Billy Hester
INVITATION FOR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: "Jesus Loves Me"
OFFERTORY: Dance to "Jerusalema" NOTE: YouTube removed the video that was used for the original recording of the service, presumably due to licensing restrictions. Here's a direct link to the video on YouTube: Jerusalema Dance Challenge β 2020 Dance Videos Compilation [Master KG β "Jerusalema", featuring. Nomcebo]
