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A United Methodist Church 1700 Napa Valley Drive · Little Rock, AR 72212
225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org
Asbury UMCLR
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.”
December 17, 2017
Third Sunday of Advent
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
December 17, 2017 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.
Gathering in God’s Presence
Welcome and Announcements
Prelude Silent Night Rebecca Ricks, harp
*Congregational Call to Worship
Emmanuel, Emmanuel 204 Emmanuel, Emmanuel, His name is called Emmanuel.
God with us, revealed in us, His name is called Emmanuel.
*Carol of Praise Hark! the Herald Angels Sing 240
Preparing Our Hearts Lighting of the Advent Wreath 8:30 Bev Noble & Family 10:45 Diana Varady
Congregational response: Almighty Father, thank you for the gift of joy which enters our hearts from the gift of your love. May your Holy Spirit stir in our lives the possibilities to experience the joy of life, as we come to know better your Son Jesus Christ, and share His joy with others. In His holy name we pray, Amen.
Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett
The congregation is invited to sing Away in a Manger in welcoming the children forward.
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head. The stars in the sky looked down where He lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
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.
A Service of Lessons and Carols
Lesson 1 Genesis 3:8-15, 17-19
Anthem The Majesty and Glory of Your Name Chancel Choir
Fettke and Johnson
Lesson 2 Genesis 22:15-18
Carol I Wonder as I Wander Josiah Wheeler, solo John Jacob Niles
Lesson 3 Isaiah 9:2, 6-7
*Please stand as you are able.
Carol Carol of the Bells Chancel Choir
arr. Peter Wilhousky
Advent Prayer Offertory Prayer Offertory O Holy Night Rebecca Ricks
Lesson 4 Isaiah 11:1-4a, 6-9 Carol Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming 216 Lesson 5 Luke 1:26-35, 38 Anthem Ave Maria Chancel Choir Franz Biebl trio: Amber Singleton, Shaina
Erwin, Josiah Wheeler
Lesson 6 Luke 2:1-7 *Carol Angels We Have Heard On High (vs. 1-2) 238 Lesson 7 Luke 2:8-16 Carol Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow Chancel Choir
arr. Lloyd Larson
Lesson 8 Matthew 2;1-11 *Carol Angels We Have Heard On High (vs. 3-4) 238 Lesson 9 John 1:1-14 Carol Do You Hear What I Hear Chancel Choir
arr. Harry Simeone Scott Southern, Timpani
*Carol of Commitment Angels from the Realms of Glory (vs. 1-3) 220
*Blessing of God’s People Rev. Mary Hilliard
You are encouraged to go forth and serve Christ after the Blessing.
Postlude Assisting in Worship: 8:30 & 10:45 - Jack Henderson Acolytes: 8:30 - January Marriott / 10:45 - Claire South
Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Austin Pittman, Jason Stumhofer/ 10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath
Featured Carol: “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”
“Hark the Herald Angels Sing” remains one of the most well-known, and, in my opinion, the most theologically-filled Christmas carols. This song was written in 1734 by Charles Wesley, brother of John Wesley, who founded the Methodist denomination. Charles still holds fame for writing over 6,000 hymns along with the lyrics of over 2,000 more. Some you may recognize include: Christ the Lord is Risen Today; Jesus, Lover of My Soul; and O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing, among others. When Charles first wrote this hymn for a Christmas Day service, he arranged the lines of the song differently, had slightly altered lyrics, and wanted the tune to consist of slow, solemn music. A few years later, in 1753, Charles’ friend, George Whitfield, changed a few of the words from Wesley’s original, “Hark, how the welkin (heavenly) rings, Glory to the King of Kings” to now the famous words, “Hark! the herald angels sing, Glory to the newborn King.” He further cut two verses in the song. The pattern was also turned from ten four-line verses to eight four-line verses with a chorus. Charles Wesley was not pleased with another person, even a friend, altering his hymn. But what was done, was done, and the carol remains a favorite.
Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center
December 17, 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.
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Welcome and Announcements
Lighting of the Advent Candles Chapman family
Congregational response: Almighty Father, thank you for the gift of joy which enters our hearts from the gift of your love. May your Holy Spirit stir in our lives the possibilities to experience the yoy of life, as we come to know better your Son Jesus Christ, and share His joy with others. In His holy name we pray, Amen.
Breath of Heaven
Labor of Love
Joseph’s Lullaby He Made a Way in a Manger
Advent Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Offertory Prayer
Sharing of Our Gifts
O Holy Night Gloria
O Come All Ye Faithful
The Invitation
Joy to the World
The Blessing
Worship Leader: Cara Chapman
Sound Operator: Randy Dennis
Video Operator: David Marano
Celebration Band Celebration Singers Pat Purifoy Tom Evans Maddy Adkins Valera McDaniel Jay McDaniel Steve Chapman Joe Stout Mary Ross Nick Devlin
Youth Scripture Readers Children Singers Christian Dawson Madalyn Carver Caleb Chapman Molly Vanderburg Jackson South Alaina DuPas Tyler Vanderburg Lexie Boes Avery Boes
Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor [email protected]
Rev. Doug Walker, Pastor of Discipleship/Congregational Care [email protected]
Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus [email protected]
Diana Brandon, Director of Music Ministries [email protected]
Anguel Kehayov, Organist [email protected]
Cara Chapman, Praise & Worship Leader [email protected]
Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children [email protected]
Kayla Stout, Nursery Director [email protected]
Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager [email protected]
Ora Bunton, Child Development Ctr., Director [email protected]
Abby Ramirez, Child Development Ctr., Interim Asst. Director [email protected]
Pastor on Weekend Call: June 30, July 1, 2 Rev. Doug Walker 479-597-6006 July 7, 8, 9 Rev. Mary Hilliard 870-718-3697
Special Events Sunday, Dec. 17th..........................................................Christmas Music Extravaganza in all 3 services Sunday, Dec. 24th.............................ONE MORNING SERVICE - Divine Worship 10 am (Sanctuary) Sunday, Dec. 24th....................................Christmas Eve Services 4 pm, 7 pm and 11 pm (Sanctuary) Saturday, Jan. 13th..........................................................Planning Retreat 9 am - 12 pm (Warehouse)
YOUTH NEWS:
Tonight is our Christmas Progressive Dinner. Meet at the church at 5 pm and don’t forget your permission slip!
Wednesday nights will resume on January 17, 2018. Have a wonderful Christmas and happy New Year!
JOB OPPORTUNITY Asbury UMC is seeking a dedicated Christian with a heart for youth and their families to be our new Minister of Youth and Young Adults. Send inquiries and/or resumes’ to Reverend Mary
Hilliard: [email protected]. Thank you!
Drivers Van Car Dave Mundorff Danny Burgess
Preaching Schedule Sunday, Dec. 17th Sunday, Dec. 24th 8:30 Divine Worship Lessons and Carols Sunday morning service 10:45 Divine Worship Lessons and Carols at 10 am in the sanctuary 10:45 Celebration Service Christmas Extravaganza - Rev. Doug Walker
SPECIAL CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DATES: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children
Sun., Dec. 17: Regular Sunday morning schedule
Sun., Dec. 24: No Sunday School or Kid’s Club, one service at 10 am in the Sanctuary
Christmas Eve services, 4 pm*, 7 pm* and 11 pm (* Childcare available)
Sun., Dec. 31: Regular Sunday morning schedule (no choirs)
Children’s Wednesday night activities resume on January 17, 2018.
Today’s Sacred Grounds: Sponsored by an Anonymous donor. Open dates are Dec. 17, 24 & 31. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office for a date.
Prayers: Emily Evans Betty Watt Mildred Bradley Charlie Ward, Sr. Bob McInturff Rev. Wayne Jarvis Judah Stout Dave Mackey Georgia Hickey (friend of Bob & Marilyn Thompson)
Today’s Flowers: Poinsettias. Open dates for flowers Jan. 7, 14, 21, & 28. Call the office to reserve a date.
Pastor on weekend call: Dec. 15, 16, 17 Rev. Doug Walker Dec. 22, 23, 24 Rev. Mary Hilliard
Sunday, December 10th, 2017 8:30 am 160 10:45 am (Divine) 104 10:45 am (Celebration) 137 Total Worship Attendance: 401
Guests: 30 including 10 first-time guests
Sunday, December 17th - 3rd Sunday of Advent 8:00 am Celebration Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Celebration Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 12:00 pm UMW Christmas Tea (Warehouse) 2:00 pm Youth Basketball Practice (WAC) 5:30 pm Manabadi Classes (Room 102) 5:00 pm Youth Progressive Dinner (Offsite)
Monday, December 18th 7:30 am ACCDC 2017/2018 Fall Classes 6:00 pm Trustees Meeting (Large Conference Room) 6:00 pm Men’s Basketball (WAC) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103)
Tuesday, December 19th 7:30 am ACCDC 2017/2018 Fall Classes 6:00 pm Prison Band Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:00 pm ACCDC Staff Christmas Party (Offsite)
Wednesday, December 20th 7:30 am ACCDC 2017/2018 Fall Classes 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Thursday, December 21st 7:30 am ACCDC 2017/2018 Fall Classes
Friday, December 22nd 7:30 am ACCDC 2017/2018 Fall Classes
Saturday, December 23rd
Sunday, December 24th - 4thSunday of Advent - CHRISTMAS EVE 9:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 10:00 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 1:30 pm Stone Soup (Offsite) 4:00 pm Christmas Eve Service (Sanctuary) *childcare available 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Service (Sanctuary) *childcare available 11:00 pm Christmas Eve Service (Sanctuary)
Church offices closed Monday, Dec. 25 & Tuesday, Dec. 26 ACCDC Closed Monday, Dec. 25 - Friday, Dec. 29
Daily devotionals from Pastor Mary are available on the website,
www.asbury-lr.org. Click on “Blogs.”
Asbury Weekly Calendar
* WAC - Wilson Activity Center
