Seventh Sunday of Easter ā 62nd 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!
The flowers for the service were given in honor of Joan Hester Byrd on her birthday and in memory of Jack Morgan Byrd and Phil Hunter, Sr. during their birthday month by their 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 ā 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: One Hour of Relaxing Hymns on Piano and āThis is my Father's Worldā by Kaleb Brasee. NOTE: If you are watching this video after its premier, the service begins around the 13 minute mark with the Asbury Memorial steeple and courtyard and the "magic doors".
OPENING: Ā Opening - Asbury Memorial Bulletin and Magic Doors song āFriend, You Need A Handā by Ken Medema
PRELUDE: "Never Had A Friend Like Me" from the musical Aladdin. Sung by Ray Ellis with Jordon Bala, accompanied by Kay Deffley with choral assist by the Asbury Memorial Choir [Recorded: October 22, 2017].
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Rev. Claire Marich and Candace Jenkins with information on the next Asbury Memorial new membership classes, at 10:00 a.m. on June 6 and 13 at 10:00 a.m.
CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Claire Marich
HYMN: "Jesu, Jesu"
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD'S PRAYER: Rev. Claire Marich
SERMON: "When You Need a Good Neighbor, Look Who Shows Up" ā Rev. Danny Beam
INVITATION FOR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: "Jesus Loves Me"
OFFERTORY: "Be More Kindā ā Rev. Danny Beam singing, with Bill Oakley on guitar and accompanying vocals [Recorded: July 19, 2019].
DOXOLOGY
PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
BENEDICTION: Rev. Danny Beam
CHORAL RESPONSE: "Here I Am, Lord", led by Cheri Hester
POSTLUDE: āSomeoneās Got Your Backā from the musical Aladdin. Sung by the Asbury Memorial Church Choir, accompanied by Kay Deffley; Janet Wagner, assistant. Ā [Recorded: October 22, 2017].
TAG ā āIf You Ever Need A Hand, I am Here, my Friend, Always and Foreverā
