October 22, 2023

The Lion King is a stage musical with music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, and a book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor, and Hans Zimmer. It is based on the 1994 Walt Disney Animation Studios' film of the same name.[1] Directed by Taymor, the musical features actors in animal costumes as well as giant, hollow puppets. The show is produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Continue reading on Wikipedia... Links to the other 2023 "God on Broadway" Worship Services October 1: Fiddler on the Roof October 8: Spamalot October 15: Hair October 29: The Addams Family Note: The Asbury Memorial Church Choir is a volunteer choir and does not perform for a paid audience. Asbury Memorial does not charge admission for its "God on Broadway" Worship Series. There are no known copyright restrictions being violated in these worship services.

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Bulletin for the Service ►

The flowers for the worship service are given in appreciation of Nursery & Godly Play Volunteers by the Swanger family.

Special Thanks:

Licensing

Service begins ~16:31 into the video. Before that, announcement rotate.

SYNOPSIS

• PRELUDE:  "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?" — Asbury Musicians
• THE MORNING REPORT: Sazu
  Candace Jenkins: New Member Orientation Classes come last two Sundays in October (22nd and 29th) —contact church office to sign up;
  Rev. Claire Marich: Inspiritus refugee volunteer meeting 1-3 p.m. in Holliday Hall;
  Chris Kincade, Youth and Children's Ministries Director:
    "It's Spooky to be Hungry" food drive ends at the end of October,
    "Trunk or Treat" will be October 28m 4-6 p.m. at Wesley Oak,
    Order Christmas trees, wreaths, and garland by October 29th (see youth during
       coffee hour),
    Buy a $5 ticket for Belk "Charity Days" from the youth, and redeem it for $5 refund 
      and 25% off your entire purchase (benefits Laura Angell Scholarship Fund),
  Sally Jilek: Wednesday Night Suppers have resumed at 5:30. Be sure to make your  
    reservations by noon on Mondays;
  David Alley, chair of the Ministries Roundtable: 
    Dr, Annette Laing lectures on John Whitefield and John Wesley: Asbury Memorial 
   August 24 at 6:30p and Wesley Oak on August 25 at 12 noon; tickets available
    on website or at the door.
  Special Birthday, 80 and above: Karen Jahn (81) and Sam Ruggere (87) 
• PROCESSIONAL: "Siyahamba"— The Asbury Tribe
  (We are Marching in the Light of God)
• BLOWING OF SHOFAR — Bubba Rosenthal
• CALL TO WORSHIP: Rev. Billy Hester, assisted by the Asbury Tribe
• HYMN: "Spirit of God" (see bulletin insert) — Leader: Rev. Billy Hester
• SCRIPTURE: Mark 14:32-39 (NSRV) — Rev. Billy Hester
• LITURGICAL DANCE: "Endless Night" — Tim Ethridge; Rev. Billy Hester, vocals
• PASTORAL PRAYER and LORD'S PRAYER: Rev. Claire Marich
  Choral Amen: Asbury Memorial Choir
• ANTHEM: "The Circle of Life: — Asbury Memorial Choir; Ray Ellis, director; Kevin Wallace, piano, Doug Povie, bass; Alex Swanger and Sharon Page, soloists
• INVITATION TO GODLY PLAY
• SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:28-36 (NSRV) — Rev. Claire Marich
• HYMN: "We Shall Overcome" (Hymnal #533)) — Leader: Rev. Billy Hester
  Doug Povie, Dave Lewis, and Christi Hester on Jimba drums
• SERMON: "The Mystery that Empowers" — Rev. Billy Hester
• TITHES & OFFERINGS
• OFFERORY: "He Lives in You" — Gretchen Greene Dancers
• DOXOLOGY
• PRAYER OF DEDICATION: Rev. Claire Marich
• HYMN: "Siyahamba" (see bulletin insert) — Leader: Rev. Billy Hester
• BENEDICTION: Rev. Billy Hester
• CHORAL RESPONSE: "Here I Am, Lord" — Congregation led by Cheri Hester
• POSTLUDE:  Asbury Musicians

We Hope You Enjoyed this Service