Pentecost Sunday — 63rd 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!
The flowers for the service were given in honor honor of our daughter, June Joyner’s birthday, by Chris and Kelly Beaver.
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: Josh Snodgrass from Top 50 Hymns of All Time . 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". We suggest that you listen to the music for a while to prepare your hearts and minds for worship.
PRELUDE: "Fanfare for Pentecost", written by John Purifoy Sung by the Asbury Memorial Church Choir. Directed by Ray Ellis. Piano: Kay Deffley. Assistant to Kay: Randy Canady. Bass: Doug Povie. Trumpet: John Tisbert. [Recorded: June 4, 2017].
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Rev. Claire Marich, with Candace Jenkins about the next Asbury Memorial new membership classes, which will happen via Zoom at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, and Saturday, June 12. at 10:00 a.m.
CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Claire Marich
HYMN: "Spirit of the Living God" — Danny Beam on guitar
ANTHEM: "Fill-a Me Up" by Pepper Choplin. Performed in a Ray Ellis video montage by members of the Asbury Memorial Choir. Soloist: Tim Steinhauser.
RESPONSIVE PRAYER AND THE LORD'S PRAYER: Rev. Claire Marich. Rev. Claire shares insights about the color red in Christian theology and the red stole that she received at her ordination.
SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-13 and Romans 8:22-2 — Beverly Vasta
SERMON: "Come, Holy Spirit!" — Rev. Richard Allen
INVITATION FOR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: "Jesus Loves Me"
OFFERTORY: "Whirlwind Spirit” by Joel Raney. Sung by members of the Asbury Memorial Church Choir in a video montage assembled by Ray Ellis.
DOXOLOGY
PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
BENEDICTION: Rev. Richard Allen
CHORAL RESPONSE: "Here I Am, Lord", led by Cheri Hester
POSTLUDE: “Waiting". Sung by the Asbury Memorial Church Choir. Directed by Ray Ellis. Piano: Kay Deffley. Assistant to Kay: Randy Canady. [Recorded: February 2, 2020].
