OCTOBER 24, 2021 • 11 AM
Habitat 
for Humanity
Featuring:
COVID-19 Guidelines Following the updated guidance from the CDC and NYS Health Department and monitoring the Delta variant in our community, face masks are required inside regardless of vaccination status. Outside, masks are required for those who have not been vaccinated and encouraged for everyone else. To learn more about the new policy or to read our FAQs, visit www.asburyfirst.org/news/2021/9/updated-covid-protocols. FIRST TIME HERE We are so glad you are joining us, whether in person or online. If you’re out there watching, check in through the website or take a picture and post it on social media using #asburyfirstathome. If you're in the pews, please fill out the half sheet in your bulletin and place it in the basket upon exiting the sanctuary. Our hope is to get to know you better and help you find your place within our community. Additionally, drop us an email at info@asburyfirst.org. Need prayer? We invite you to share with us how we can be praying for you by emailing prayers@asburyfirst.org or by filling out one of our prayer cards found in the pews. All prayer requests are prayed over by our Ministers and Intercessory Prayer Team. Children We believe children are a sacred gift, and they are welcome in our worship. Children will be invited forward during worship for a Children’s Time. Following this, children ages 4 through 5th grade are invited to go with our children’s educators for further enrichment or return to their caretaker for the remainder of the service. If there is a way our Children's Ministry can be more welcoming to you and your child, please contact Paula Dugan at pdugan@asburyfirst.org. RECONCILING STATEMENT We are a reconciling congregation and seek to be a fully inclusive church, believing that all people are God’s children. We encourage full participation in our community for all, regardless of age, race, origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, education/economic background, and physical/mental ability. We recognize that we hold a variety of opinions. We do not seek to erase our differences, but to journey together in faith toward greater understanding and mutual respect. We believe that reconciliation to God and to one another is central to our mission and ministry. GIVE TO ASBURY FIRST There are three ways to make a gift to Asbury First. Each gift supports the everyday ministries and operations of this church, allowing us to live into our vision to Do More Good. Cash/Check—We welcome you to send a gift of cash/check in the mail or in the basket on your way out of the sanctuary following the service. Text to Give—You may give a gift with a debit/credit card by texting the dollar amount to 206-222-1050.
Online—Online giving is available on our website at www.asburyfirst.org/give. Watch and listen Tune into the live video stream of the 11 am service at www.asburyfirst.org/worship/live. To listen to the service tune into WRFZ 106.3 FM Rochester Free Radio, or call our toll-free number at 833-829-1050. A video archive of past services is also available at www.asburyfirst.org/worship/video-archive. You can also view all sermons on our YouTube channel.
* please stand as you are able
Prelude

“Liebeslieder Waltz†— Johannes Brahms, arr. Martha Lynn Thompson
 Asbury Ringers
Concerto for Flute in G Major, II. Arioso e mesto — Johann Joachim Quantz
 Annette Farrington, flute


Introit
Come, come and worship the Lord; 
let us come into his presence with thanksgiving. Amen.
(Music by Jack Goode)
*Call to Worship
(Based on Psalm 34)

All are invited to read the bold-faced type; the reader will read the unbolded type. I will bless the Lord at all times;
We will bless our God at all times.
I will praise the Holy One with my voice.
Let us exalt God’s name together.
We are seeking,
And God will answer us.
We cry out for help,
And God will deliver us.
So come now, let us worship together.
Let us taste and see that our God is good.


11 am • October 24, 2021
The community gathers As the community gathers, may the music of the prelude draw your hearts and minds to God.
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Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
*Opening Hymn
#203 "Hail to the Lord's Anointed"












































Words: James Montgomery, 1821; Tune: Ellacombe, 18th century German, arr. W.H. Monk
11 am
*Welcome and Passing 
of the Peace
Hymn
#557 "Blest Be the Tie that Binds", v. 1
Prayer of Confession
Mystical, transcendent God, there is so much of life we simply do not know.
In our arrogance, we utter what we do not understand. 
Rescue us, O Lord, from our afflictions. 
Restore us, O God, from our self-inflicted wounds. 
Have mercy on us, Son of David, Son of God. 
In your limitless compassion, save us.


Silent Confession
Word of Assurance
Cry out to Christ, our great High Priest, for he has saved us. Our faith has made us well, brought us forgiveness, and granted us peace. 
In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Amen.
*Gloria Hymnal #102, vs. 3 (alt.)
All glory be to God, all praise and thanks be given; Whose Son and Spirit reign as one in highest Heaven; Our one eternal God, whom earth and heaven adore; For thus it was, is now, and shall be evermore.
Anthem
Annette Farrington, flute
Asbury Ringers
Elizabeth Church, director

“It Is Well with My Soul" — Philip P. Bliss, arr. Cathy Moklebust


Children's Time

Children of all ages are invited to join us in this special moment.
Lord's Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, 
Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. 
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. 
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Minute for Mission
Flower City Habitat for Humanity — Dave Kennedy
Scripture
Mark 10:46-52
They came to Jericho. As he and his disciples and a large crowd were leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!†Many sternly ordered him to be quiet, but he cried out even more loudly, “Son of David, have mercy on me!†Jesus stood still and said, “Call him here.†And they called the blind man, saying to him, “Take heart; get up, he is calling you.†So throwing off his cloak, he sprang up and came to Jesus. Then Jesus said to him, “What do you want me to do for you?†The blind man said to him, “My teacher, let me see again.†Jesus said to him, “Go; your faith has made you well.†Immediately he regained his sight and followed him on the way.
To hear the word
*Hymn
#451 "Be Thou My Vision"








































Words: Ancient Irish, tr. Mary Byrne and Eleanor Hull; Tune: Slane, Trad. Irish melody
Sermon
But Now I See
Call to Prayer
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost but now am found; was blind, but now I see.
(Words: John Newton; Tune: 19th century American melody)
Pastoral Prayer
I
Introduction to
Discipleship,
Membership,
and Commitment
Our Creative God endows us with the gifts of time, talent, and treasure. Within this bulletin you will find invitations to enrich your faith journey and enhance your commitment. We invite you to prayerfully consider these opportunities. If you’re out there watching, check in through the website or take a picture and post it on social media using #asburyfirstathome. You may give a gift with a debit/credit card or by e-check by texting the dollar amount to 206-222-1050. Online giving is available 
on our website at www.asburyfirst.org/give.
Offertory







"My Great Redeemer's Praise†— Thomas Jarman (1776-1861); 
 words by Charles Wesley

O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer's praise, the glories of my God and King, the triumphs of his grace!

Jesus! the name that charms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease, 'tis music in the sinner's ears, 'tis life and health and peace.
 My gracious Master and my God, assist me to proclaim, to spread through all the earth abroad the honors of thy name.

*Doxology
Hymnal #95
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*Prayer of Dedication
God of Grace, use our offerings to provide refuge for the lost, 
and mercy for those who suffer. May our gifts reach those who cry out in their need, 
and who seek you with their whole heart. Amen.
To Renew Commitment
To Disperse in Mission
*Closing Hymn
#663 “Savior, Again to Thy Dear Nameâ€â€¨ 
 










Words: John Ellerton; Tune: Ellers, Edward Hopkins
While some of us find it easy to remember names, many of us could use the reminder of a name tag. Wearing name tags will help us learn one another's names, keep us from worrying when we've forgotten someone's name, and help make our community stronger. Scan the QR code, go to the website, or call the office to order yours!
Permissions: “My Great Redeemer's Praise†© 2009 Alfred Publishing Co. Inc.;
Hymns © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House; OneLicense.net #A-721053. 
Some of the liturgical elements have been adapted from the 2021 Abingdon Worship Annual. Illustration Credits: Designed by Sarah Brubaker and Freepik and Vecteezy.
ALTAR FLOWERS The flowers on the altar are given 
to the glory of God and in celebration of the wedding of Ashley King and Jordan Cole. Prayers and Concerns We offer our prayers and concerns for all those who are ill at home, hospitalized, or in hospice care, and for all those affected and infected by the global pandemic. We offer our prayers and concerns to friends and family of Roger Wilhelm who passed away October 3. A memorial service will be held in the Spring.
Participants In the Service
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Cady
Liturgists: Rev. Rachel Dupont, Rev. Kathy Thiel, Rev. Dr. Timothy Johnson
Director of Children's Ministry: Paula Dugan
Organist: Duane Prill
Combined Choirs
Section Leaders: Bess Phillips, Brenda Nitsch, Dan McInerney, Jordan Bachmann
Choral Scholars: Kayla Sconiers, Holden Turner
Asbury Ringers, Elizabeth Church, Director
Flute: Annette Farrington
Director of Music Ministry: Dr. Carl Johengen
Acolyte: Jack Giordano Crucifer: Quentin Parks
Head Usher: Brian White
Audio Operator: Rick Church
Video Operator: Kenny Bailey
Graphics Operator: Connor Nelson
Technology Support Team: Deb Bullock-Smith, Carolyn Curran, Ted Skomsky Technical Consultant: Justin Ocello
Order Your Name Tag!
Celebrations and concerns
*Benediction
*Benediction Response
"Amen" from Requiem — Gabriel Fauré
Postlude
"Praeludium in E Minor" — Nicolaus Bruhns
For a full list of events with links, visit our online calendar at www.asburyfirst.org/events
Wednesday Morning Study Group
The Discipleship Project: Small Groups
Lectio Divina
Meetings & Rehearsals October 24–30
There’s Something for Everyone at Asbury First!
Sunday 9:45 am Parables of Parenting—1010 Back Yard 9:45 am Sunday Adult Bible Study—1050 Teak Room 9:45 am Sunday School (check asburyfirst.org/events) 11 am Worship Service In-Person and Live-Stream 12 pm Governance Board Open Forum—In-Person 
 and Live-Stream 1 pm Dining & Caring Center Sunday 
 Lunch—1040 Welcome Hall 1 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal
 —1040 Fellowship Hall 4 pm Finger Lakes Opera presents 
 The Three Little Pigs 6 pm Youth Groups (check asburyfirst.org/events) Tuesday 8:30 am Lectio Divina—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 9:30 am Tuesday Morning Women's Fellowship
 —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 2:30 pm Dynamic Disciple Challenge —Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) 3 pm Gentle Yoga—1040 Gathering Center 7 pm Gospel of Mary Magdalene
 —Zoom (zoom.us/j/87195784797) Wednesday 7 am Men’s Fellowship Group
 —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 10 am Wednesday Morning Study Group —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 12:15 pm Women On Wednesday
 —1040 Library 3 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 5 pm Hallelujah Kids Choir—1040 Room 201 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal
 —1040 Fellowship Hall 6 pm Wesley Singers & Ringers—1040 Room 201e 7 pm Asbury Ringers—1040 Bell Room 7:30 pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal—1040 Sanctuary Thursday 6 pm UR Well Clinic—1040 Welcome Hall 7 pm Dynamic Disciple Challenge —Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) FRIDAY 9:30 am Dynamic Disciple Challenge —Zoom (zoom.us/j/813450961)
Gentle Yoga
Asbury First Sermon Podcast
Saturday, November 6, 9 am Visit asburyfirst.org/news for more information.
Sunday, October 24, 12 pm, 
Sanctuary and Live Stream
Governance Board Open Forum
Join a small group now! Visit asburyfirst.org/the-discipleship-project to sign up!
Give Online at www.asburyfirst.org/GIVE, text to give at 206-222-1050, 
OR MAIL IN YOUR CHECKS TO 1050 EAST AVENUE, ROCHESTER, NY 14607
TODAY!
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to get instructions on how to submit a question.