January 8, 2017 · 1/8/2017  · 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:30 pm Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) Friday, January 13th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:00 pm Parents’ Night

A United Methodist Church 1700 Napa Valley Drive · Little Rock, AR 72212

225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org

Asbury UMC Little Rock

Our Mission

To bring others into Asbury UMC

to experience a difference,

so they make a difference

for Jesus Christ and others.

Our Invitation

To all who need Comfort,

Friendship and the Love of God

through our Savior Jesus Christ.

This church opens wide its doors

in the name of our Lord and says,

“Welcome.”

January 8, 2017

Welcome to Asbury. We are glad you are here at Asbury today, and hope you will feel God’s love in your worship experience. We invite you to note the Asbury Calendar on the back page of the bulletin. Please print your information on the attendance pads and return them to the end of the pew. If you desire to join Asbury UMC, come forward during the last song, and our pastors will greet you.

Please take a few moments to silence your phone. For the most meaningful worship, we encourage you to take advantage of our nursery available

for infants through 2 years old.

Divine Worship Sanctuary

January 8, 2017 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.

Gathering in God’s Presence

Welcome and Announcements

Prelude

*Call to Worship

God’s voice speaks to our chaos, echoing in our empty hearts.

Gathering us together to remember our baptism.

God’s voice flows like the living waters of grace,

Our new name, ‘Beloved,’ resounding in our souls.

God’s voice stirs the waters of baptismal hope,

Calling us to be bearers of peace to a world of broken hopes.

*Hymn of Praise Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty 64

Preparing Our Hearts

*Affirmation of Faith The Apostles’ Creed 881 I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born

of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day He rose from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

*Gloria Patri 70 Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen. Amen.

Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett (8:30)

Megan Garrison (10:45)

Children 3 years to 5th grade are invited to attend their own special worship service, called

Kids’ Club. Please meet at the back of the worship area to attend.

Act of Praise Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy Chancel Choir

Arr. David L. Bone

*Please stand as you are able.

Lifting Our Lives and Prayers to God

Prayer for the People

Lord’s Prayer 895

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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

The Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory Anguel Kehayov

*Doxology 95 Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*Hymn of Meditation Standing on the Promises 374

Hearing God’s Word

Scripture Lesson Mark 1:9-11 (NLT, Pew Bible) 761 The Message “New Year, New Life” Rev. Mary Hilliard (8:30) Rev. Chase Green (10:45)

Responding to God With Our Lives

*Hymn of Commitment All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name 154

The baptismal water will be offered for anyone who desires to renew their baptism. Please come forward during the singing of this hymn.

*Blessing of God’s People

*Choral Benediction Standing On the Promises (chorus) 374

Standing, standing, standing on the promises of God my Savior, Standing, standing, I’m standing on the promises of God.

You are encouraged to go forth and serve Christ after the singing of the Benediction.

Postlude Assisting in Worship: 8:30 - Joe Waldrum / 10:45 - Rick Shelton

Acolytes: 8:30 - Rachel Hof / 10:45 - Lucy Garrison

Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Jason Stumhofer, Joe Hof / 10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath

Message Outline for Rev. Hilliard

“New Year, New Life” Mark 1:9-15

I. Jesus Seeks to be Baptized A. John hesitates, for he does not feel worthy. B. Jesus is baptized to prepare Him for His ministry. C. Jesus is baptized to witness to the people God’s Grace. II. Jesus’ Baptism Reflects the Very Essence of Christmas. III. Jesus’ Baptism Demonstrates We are Both Loved and Given Purpose. IV. Jesus’ Baptism is a Witness of Assurance.

Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center

January 8, 2017 10:45 A.M. Please take a few moments to silence your phone.

For the most meaningful worship, we encourage you to take advantage of our nursery available for infants through 2 years old.

Please complete the information requested in the friendship pads and return to the end of the row.

Alive

Welcome and Announcements

Sacrament of Baptism Maisy Rose Stout—daughter of Joe and Kayla Stout

A New Hallelujah God of Wonders

Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett

Children 3 years to 5th grade are invited to attend Kids’ Club, a special worship service. Please meet at the back of the worship area to attend.

Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer

Sharing of Our Gifts

I Will Rise

The Message “New Year, New Life”

Mark 1:9-11 Rev. Mary Hilliard

The Invitation

White Flag

The baptismal water will be offered for anyone who desires to renew their baptism. Please come forward during the singing of this song.

The Blessing

We are so glad you worshiped with us at Asbury UMC. Now go and serve Christ.

Assisting in Worship: Mike DuPas

Sound Operator: Randy Dennis

Video Operator: Tony Hilliard

Celebration Band Celebration Singers Dusty Jones Jay McDaniel Alan Gwin Valera McDaniel Vincent McNerlin Mary Ross

Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor [email protected]

Rev. Chase Green, Pastor of Discipleship/Congregational Care [email protected]

Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus [email protected]

Stephen Edds, Minister of Music [email protected]

Anguel Kehayov, Organist [email protected]

Mike DuPas, Interim Part-Time Praise & Worship Leader [email protected]

Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children [email protected]

Kayla Stout, Nursery Director [email protected]

Amy Bennett, Minister of Youth [email protected]

Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager [email protected]

Ora Bunton, Child Development Ctr., Director [email protected]

Judith Hill, Child Development Ctr., Asst. Director [email protected]

Special Events Sunday, January 8................2017 Confirmation Class Orientation Meeting 4:30 pm (Room 227) Friday, January 13...............................................................................Parents’ Night Out 6 pm (WAC) Saturday, January 14.................................................................Planning Meeting 9 am (Warehouse)

Pastor on Weekend Call: Jan. 6, 7, 8 Rev. Mary Hilliard Jan. 13, 14, 15 Rev. Chase Green

YOUTH NEWS:

January calendar is available on the youth board outside the Warehouse! Please pick one up!

Veritas is February 24-26 in Rogers ($130), and deadline to sign up is January 22! The flyer is on the youth board!

Youth starts back tonight! We will be starting our new series on Joseph - Rev. Chase will be teaching, Bradley will be leading games, and we will have dinner and worship, as well! 5:30 - 7:30!

We will resume Wednesday nights on January 11, when we have David Dennis as our guest speaker, who will be sharing his testimony regarding his past struggles with drugs and alcohol. This should be a powerful night! Meet in the Warehouse at 6 pm for snacks; pick up is at 7:30!

We are having a Youth Fundraiser Quesadilla lunch coming up on January 22. Ticket sales start this week, so we’ll need some people to visit Sunday School classes and sit at the table to sell! Also, please plan to be here on January 22 by 9:45 am to start cooking - all money raised will be split by those who work!

We are looking for Spring Sunday Night meal providers! Please see Amy if you can help!

We are looking for someone to host our annual Super Bowl Party! If you are up for hosting the youth group (or possibly even just the Junior or Senior High Group) at your home, on February 5, please let me know! Thanks!

Jan. Drivers Van Car Jim Britt Harry Galusha

Preaching Schedule Sunday, Jan. 8th Sunday, Jan. 15th 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Chase Green Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Celebration Service Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Chase Green

SPECIAL CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DATES: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children

Sun., Jan. 8: 2017 Confirmation Class Orientation Meeting, 4:30 pm, Room 227

Wed., Jan. 11: Wild Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Room 210; The Edge, 5:45 pm, Room 206

Fri., Jan. 13: Parents’ Night Out, 6 pm - 10 pm

Open Dates for Sacred Grounds: Jan. 15, 22 & 29. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office to schedule a date.

Prayers: Richard Hunter Miles King Richard Arnold Dorothy King

If you desire a pastoral visit, please contact Rev. Mary or Rev. Chase. See contact info below.

Open Date for Flowers: Jan. 22 & 29. Call the office to reserve a date.

Sunday, January 1, 2017 8:30 am: 68 10:45 am (Divine): 49 10:45 am (Celebration): 86 Total Worship Attendance: 201

Guests: 18 including 7 first time

ASBURY SHIRTS If you ordered an Asbury shirt, they are in! Please stop by the Warehouse today to pick yours up! We have extra shirts available if you forgot to order!

Sunday, January 8th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3rd - 5th grade (Room 206) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3 yrs - 2nd grade (Room 215) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 2:00 pm Youth Basketball Practice (WAC) . 4:30 pm Confirmation Orientation Meeting (Room 227) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Youth Ministries (Warehouse) Monday, January 9th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:00 pm Lay Leadership (Room 123) 6:30 pm Men’s Basketball (WAC) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103)

Tuesday, January 10th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:30 pm Girl Scouts (Warehouse) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 101) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105)

Wednesday, January 11th 5:00 am Men’s Basketball (WAC) 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 5:45 pm The Edge (Room 206) 6:00 pm Student Ministries (Warehouse) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesdays (Room 210) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200)

Thursday, January 12th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:30 pm Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC)

Friday, January 13th 7:30 am ACCDC 2016/2017 Classes 6:00 pm Parents’ Night Out (WAC)

Saturday, January 14th 9:00 am - Noon Leadership Planning Retreat (Warehouse)

Sunday, January 15th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir 3 yrs - 2nd grade (Room 215) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 2:00 pm Youth Basketball Practice (WAC)

Daily devotionals from Pastor Mary are available on the website, www.asbury-lr.org. Click on “Blogs.”

Asbury Weekly Calendar

* WAC - Wilson Activity Center