May 2, 2021

Fifth Sunday of Easter — 60th 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
Ray Ellis, Minister of Music

Bulletin for the Service â–º

Flowers:

The flowers for the service were given in honor of Mary Alice Garvin’s 94th birthday by Stephen and Alex Swanger and Phil and Carmel Hearn.

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 — 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)

Synopsis

  • OPENING MUSIC : By Josh Snodgrass from Worship Guitar.
    NOTE: If you are watching this video after its premier, the service begins at the 13 minute mark with Asbury Memorial steeple and courtyard and the "magic doors".
  • PRELUDE: “Prepare the Way of the Lord"
    Sung by the Asbury Memorial Choir, directed by Ray Ellis. Soloist: Danny Beam. Piano: Kay Keffley. Assistant to Kay: Randy Canady.
  • WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Rev. Billy Hester
  • VIDEO: Asbury Memorial Green Team "River Clean-Up"
  • CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Billy Hester
  • SCRIPTURE: John 15:1-17 — Video by Lumo; used with permission.
  • PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE: Rev. Claire Marich
  • SCRIPTURE: Micah 6:6-8 — Cheri Hester
  • HYMN: "Lord, Be Glorified" — led by Rev. Billy Hester.
    Piano: Ray Ellis. Organ: Kay Deffley.
  • SERMON: "Dancing in Society" — Rev. Billy Hester
  • VIDEO: Justice Unites Savannah Together (JUST) — The Nehemiah Assembly
  • INVITATION TO HOLY COMMUJNION
  • SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP: "Spirit of the Living God"— Danny Beam sings and plays the guitar.
  • PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING: Rev. Billy Hester
  • INVITATION FOR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: "Jesus Loves Me"
  • OFFERTORY: "What Does the Lord Require of You" 
    Sung by the Asbury Memorial Choir, directed by Ray Ellis. Soloist: Rachel Veazey. Piano: Kay Keffley. Assistant to Kay: Janet Wagner. Keyboard: Randy Canady. [Recorded January 15, 2017].
  • DOXOLOGY
  • PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
  • HYMN: "We Are the Church", led by Rev. Billy Hester. Piano: Ray Ellis. Organ: Kay Deffley.
  • BENEDICTION: Rev. Billy Hester
  • CLOSING HYMN: "They'll Know We Are Christians by Our Love", led by Rev. Billy Hester. Piano: Ray Ellis. Organ: Kay Deffley. [Recorded February 10, 2019]

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service

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