November 7, 2021 • 11 AM
To worship with us
TO UNITE IN FAITH TO DO MORE GOOD TO JOIN A COMMUNITY TO MAKE CHANGE TO CELEBRATE DIVERSITY
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
"It Is Well with My Soul" — arr. C.E. Walz "My Faith Looks Up to Thee" — arr. Brian Büda "Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me" — arr. John Turner "Nearer My God to Thee" — arr. Marilynn Ham (incorporating Schubert's Impromptu Op. 90, No. 3)
Youth Musical Preview
Annie Jr.
*Call to Worship (Based on Psalm 24)
All are invited to read the bold-faced type; the reader will read the unbolded type. The earth and all that is in it belongs to the Holy One. Look, here is our God, for whom we have waited. This is the Holy One, for whom we have waited. Let us be glad and rejoice in our salvation. Who shall ascend to the hill of the Holy One, and who shall stand in this holy place? We come, seeking the face of God.
11 am • November 7, 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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24th Sunday after Pentecost All Saints' Day
*Opening Hymn
#711 "For All the Saints", vv. 1-5 Words: William How, 1864 Tune: Sine Nomine, Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906
*Welcome and Passing of the Peace
11 am
*Hymn
#566 "Blest Be the Dear Uniting Love", vv. 1-2 Words: Charles Wesley, 1742; Tune: Evan, William Havergal, 1847
Litany of Invocation
Gracious, loving God, we open our hearts to you. Hear our prayer. We lift up to you all who are suffering in body, mind, and soul. We pray especially for those who have gone before us: those whom we held dear and those we never met. You have welcomed them each with your loving, open arms. Comfort those who mourn their passing. Bless them with an extra measure of your healing balm as they grieve. Give us the courage to hold on to all our good memories, and the strength to love and serve you, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, now and always. Amen.
To remember the saints
Moments of Remembrance
Our Deceased Members from October 1, 2020 through October 3, 2021 (including constituents and associates:)
Departed Relatives and Friends of Asbury First Members and those whose Memorial Services were held at Asbury First:
For the those whose names we may have missed. For all of those lost to the Global Pandemic, here and around the world. For all of those lost as a result of Racism or White Supremacy. For all of those LGBTQ persons lost as a result of violence For all those lost whose names we will never know.
Jeffrey Arnold Ellen Bacon David Bacon Pam Bergeron Robert Bischoff Elaine Campbell Teresa Cole Myrtle Day Dorothy Lauder Dudley Betty Eckels Jessie Enloe Rita George James Gottler Dorthy Martin Heisler Jack Kench Judy King Walter Krasavage Wanda Lapa Nancy Marchant David Matthaidess Paul Meyer Carol Anne Prill Mounts Rebecca Smith Pak Eloise Stalk Robert J. Stevenson Dodie Twohig Peter Vogelaar Helene Woodruff Shirley Wright
Donald Anderson Jeffrey Barner Russ Bellanca Virginia Boyko Sue Burdick Marilyn Carey John Crouch Diane Dennison Betsy DiPaola Robert Erskine John Erwin Joyce Garrison Thomas Gibbs Frederic Hamil Victoria Hanson William Hicks Robert Hildreth Susan Keenan Phyllis Kennedy Jack Klingenberger Ardis Langenhan Carole MacMonagle Raymond Maddison Sherryn Malm William Malone Rose Martin Daniel Matthaidess Peter Oddleifson Harmon Peters Shirley Petherbridge Elizabeth Power Joan Ryan Doris Shoemaker David Shuttleworth Doris Smith Douglas Smith James Stinehour Kyle Lynne Welch Roger Wilhelm
Memorials
Litany
At the rising of the sun and at its going down, We remember them. At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter, We remember them. At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring, We remember them. At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of Summer, We remember them. At the rustling of leaves and the beauty of Autumn, We remember them. At the beginning of the year and when it ends, We remember them. When we are weary and in need of strength, We remember them. When we are lost and sick at heart, We remember them. When we have joys we yearn to share, We remember them. When we have decisions that are difficult to make, We remember them. When we have achievements that are based on theirs, We remember them. As long as we live, they too shall live, for they are a part of us, as we remember them.
Storehouse L. Ruth Bornt-Smith Gloria Cohen Diane Dennison Samuel Distasio Herbert and Ann Englehardt Catherine Griswald Marian Lubba Carolyn Rice Erlinda C. Rodrigues Dining and Caring Center L. Ruth Bornt-Smith Samuel Distasio John Erwin Helen Fultz Michael Harrison Robert Hildreth Jack Kench Richard Krenzer Ardis Langehan Marian Lubba Rev. Margie Mayson Fern Miller Robert S. Moore Shirl T. Reinhart Erlinda C. Rodrigues Jackie Simpson Nina Shah Music Fund Lynn Behnk Robert S. Moore Isabel Thompson “Bring it Home” Campaign Daniel Matthaidess COVID-19 Relief Fund Rose Martin Grocery Bag Ministry Frederic Hamill Sheldon E. Merritt Edith Montgomery Outreach Ministries Robert Trout Pastor’s Discretionary Fund Vernon Collier Discipleship Project Shirley Petherbidge
To hear the word
Scripture Mark 12:38-44
As he taught, he said, “Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces, and to have the best seats in the synagogues and places of honor at banquets! They devour widows’ houses and for the sake of appearance say long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation.” He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. Then he called his disciples and said to them, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For all of them have contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”
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.
Anthem
“Dwell in the Light Forevermore” — Lloyd Larson; words by Susan Bentall Boersma Into the valley of shadows, under a veil of gray, God calls the good and faithful, then guides us on the way. Through the valley of shadows, lost in the dark of night, Our God goes before us to lead us to the light. (Refrain:) There will be no more night! No need for lamp or ray of sun, the Lamb will be the light. There will be no more night! No need to fast, to watch, to weep around the throne so bright. Out of the valley of shadows, we step into the day. We see the Lamb upon the throne and hear the Savior say, “Well done, well done, my good and faithful one! Come, dwell in the Light of Life forevermore!” (Refrain)
#427 "Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life", vv. 1, 5, 6 Words: Frank Mason North, 1903; Tune: Germany, William Gardiner's Sacred Melodies, 1815
Sermon
A Widow's Might
To celebrate holy communion
Communion Hymn
#617 "I Come with Joy", vv. 1-3 Words: Brian Wren, 1968; Tune: Dove of Peace, from Southern Harmony, 1835
Invitation to Communion
The Great Thanksgiving
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is right and a good and joyful thing always and everywhere to give thanks to you, almighty God...
Confession and Words of Assurance
God, you have mercy: In your infinite grace, you made us and said “You are good.” We are good. In your infinite compassion, you gave us the Christ, who said, “You are good.” We are good! In the name of Christ, we are forgiven. ....Praise God with all the people on earth and with the great cloud of witnesses as we sing the unending hymn: Eucharistic Acclamations: Roger Wilhelm
Eucharistic Prayer
...And today, we remember — our friends and family members who have gone before us not just in their circumstance of death but that they, being glorified in God’s Spirit, join us in singing this mystery of faith:
...Through the compassion of Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit, we honor you, God of infinite grace.
The Lord's Supper
Prayer after Receiving
We give you thanks for this Holy Mystery in which we share in your grace. Grant that we, strengthened by the communion of saints, may offer this world hope and peace through our living. Amen.
To Disperse in Mission
*Closing Hymn
#708 “Rejoice in God's Saints” Words: Fred Pratt Green, 1977; Tune: Hanover, attr. William Croft, 1708
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:
“Dwell in the Light Forevermore” © 2013 Lorenz Publishing Co.; 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 altars are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Rev. Margie Mayson, our beloved former pastor; in loving memory of Joan Ward by her husband Dave and family; and in loving memory of Carol Doerrer by her daughter Karen McGraw and family. 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 the friends and family of Sherryn Malm who passed away September 8th. A memorial service will be held via live stream only on Saturday, November 13, at 2 pm. Click here to join this live stream service. We offer our prayers and concerns to the friends and family of Holly Temming on the death of Holly's brother-in-law, Mark Harris, on October 27, 2021 in Grove, OK.
Participants In the Service
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Cady Liturgists: Rev. Kathy Thiel, Rev. Rachel Dupont, Mike Mullin, Rev. Dr. Timothy James Johnson Director of Children's Ministry: Paula Dugan Organist: Duane Prill Combined Choirs Section Leaders: Bess Phillips, Brenda Nitsch, Eric Meincke, Jordan Bachmann Choral Scholars: Kayla Sconiers, Holden Turner Director of Music Ministry: Dr. Carl Johengen 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
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Celebrations and concerns
*Benediction
*Benediction Response
"Amen" — Gabriel Fauré
Postlude
Chorale Prelude on "Ein' feste Burg ist unser Gott" — Johann Pachelbel
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 November 7–13
There’s Something for Everyone at Asbury First!
Sunday 9:45 am Parables of Parenting—1040 Room 203 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 1 pm Dining & Caring Center Sunday Lunch—1040 Welcome Hall 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal—1040 Fellowship Hall 6 pm Youth Group Outing —Flower City Amusements MONDAY 4:30 pm Governance Board—Zoom 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal—1040 Fellowship Hall 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 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal—1040 Fellowship Hall 7 pm Gospel of Mary Magdalene —Zoom (zoom.us/j/87195784797) Wednesday 7 am Men’s Fellowship Group —Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) 10 am Wednesday Morning Study Group —Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 12:15 pm Women On Wednesday—Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468) 5 pm Hallelujah Kids Choir—1040 Room 201 6 pm Wesley Singers & Ringers—1040 Room 201 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal—1040 Fellowship Hall 7 pm Asbury Ringers—1040 Bell Room 7:30 pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal—1040 Sanctuary Thursday 5 pm Property Stewardship Committee—Zoom 6 pm UR Well Clinic—1040 Welcome Hall 6 pm Youth Musical Rehearsal—1040 Fellowship Hall 7 pm Dynamic Disciple Challenge —Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464) FRIDAY 9:30 am Dynamic Disciple Challenge —Zoom (zoom.us/j/813450961) 7 pm Youth Musical Annie Jr.—1040 Fellowship Hall SaturDAY 2 pm Memorial Service for Sherryn Malm 7 pm Youth Musical Annie Jr.—1040 Fellowship Hall
—Live-stream only (asburyfirst.org/live-stream)
Gentle Yoga
Asbury First Sermon Podcast
The Thanksgiving season has historically been a time for members and friends of Asbury First to donate to some of our on-campus outreach ministries. This year, we are holding a hybrid Thanksgiving In-Gathering to ensure safety and comfort. This is an exciting time for us to bring our gifts to the altar, bless them, and offer them to our guests and friends in need.
Saturday, November 20, 10 am–1 pm Sunday, November 21, 11 am Service
Saturday, November 21, 12 pm asburyfirst.org/bettertogether
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
Make your pledge now! asburyfirst.org/pledge-online
For a list of needed items, visit asburyfirst.org/ thanksgiving-in-gathering