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

501-225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org

Asbury UMCLR

Our Mission

A Faith Family sharing Christ

to meet the needs of all people.

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.”

March 31, 2019

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

March 31, 2019 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.

Gathering in God’s Presence

Welcome and Announcements

Prelude

*Call to Worship Who shall help us through the wilderness?

The One who overcomes our darkness!

Who guides us through the toils of life? The One who overcomes the world! Let us follow the Lord faithfully. Lead us, Lord! Lead us!

*Hymn of Praise I Sing the Almighty Power of God 152

Sacrament of Infant Baptism (8:30) 44 Kennedy Karsen Squyres and Katherine Kendall Squyres

Richard Colin Murphy Valerie Ruth Hill and Wentworth Jay Hill

Preparing Our Hearts

*Affirmation of Faith from 1st Corinthians 888 This is the good news which we have received, in which we stand, and by which we are saved: Christ died for our sins, was buried, was raised on the third day, and appeared first to the women, then to Peter and the Twelve, and then to many witnesses. We believe Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed One of God,, The firstborn of all creation, the firstborn from the dead, in whom all things hold together, in whom the fullness of God was pleased to dwell by the power of the Spirit. Christ is the head of the body, the church, and by the blood of the cross reconciles all things to God. 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.

Act of Praise A Lenten Meditation Hand Bell Duet arr. Bowen and Cortez Ginny Kurrus

Kelly Roberts

*Please stand as you are able.

Children’s Moments (8:30) Laura Stinnett (10:45) Diane Wright

The congregation is invited to sing “Tell Me the Stories of Jesus” as our children are welcomed forward.

Tell me the stories of Jesus I love to hear; things I would ask him to tell me if he were here: scenes by the wayside, tales of the sea, stories of Jesus, tell them to me.

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.

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 River in Judea Chancel Choir arr. John Leavitt

*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 Stand Up and Bless the Lord 662

Hearing God’s Word

Scripture Lesson Matthew 27:45-46 (NLT, Pew Bible) 760

The Message “Your Relationship to Father” Rev. Mary Hilliard [4th in a Lenten Series, “Sources of Strength in Salvation”:God]

Responding to God With Our Lives *Hymn of Commitment God of the Ages 698 *Blessing of God’s People

*Choral Benediction The Lord Bless You and Keep You Chancel Choir Peter Lutkin

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

Postlude

Liturgist: 8:30 - Tony Hilliard / 10:45 – Jeremy Peppas

Acolytes: 8:30 - Dillon Wright

Sound/Video Operator: 8:30 - Jason Stumhofer, Shane Marriott /10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath

GOT EGGS? Children’s Ministry is collecting large and extra large plastic, fillable eggs for our Easter Festival, Saturday, April 20 from 10 am to Noon. You may place your donations in the baskets in the Children’s area on Sundays or in the church office during the week. Thank you for your donations!

LAUNCH Worship Wilson Activity Center

March 31, 2019 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.

Welcome and Announcements

In the River

King of My Heart

Children’s Moments Puppet Ministry

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.

What a Beautiful Name

Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer

Sharing of Our Gifts

Good, Good Father

The Message

“Your Relationship to Father” Matthew 27:45-46 Rev. Doug Walker [4th in a Lenten Series, “Sources of Strength in Salvation”:God]

The Invitation

Only King Forever

The Blessing

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

Worship Leader: Caleb Conrad

Sound Operator: Randy Dennis

Video Operator: Dave Marano

LAUNCH Band LAUNCH Singers Jay McDaniel Lisa Burgess Maddy Adkins Vincent McNerlin Valera McDaniel

Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor mary@asbury-lr.org Rev. Doug Walker, Pastor of Discipleship/Congregational Care doug@asbury-lr.org Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus weir-t@sbcglobal.net Diana Brandon, Director of Music Ministries diana@asbury-lr.org Anguel Kehayov, Organist kehayata@hotmail.com Caleb Conrad, Director of Praise & Worship caleb@asbury-lr.org Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children laura@asbury-lr.org Diane Wright, Minister to Youth and Young Adults diane@asbury-lr.org Kayla Stout, Nursery Director nursery@asbury-lr.org Cheryl Cate, Finance Administrator cheryl@asbury-lr.org Ora Bunton, ACCDC, Director accdcdir@asbury-lr.org Abby Ramirez, ACCDC, Asst. Director asstdir@asbury-lr.org

Special Events Tuesday, April 2nd………………………………………….Terrific Tuesday 12 pm (Warehouse) Monday, April 8th……………………………………………..…..Mary Circle 10:30 am (Parlor) Sunday, April 14th…………………………………………...UMW Bake Sale-All morning (WAC) Monday, April 15th…………………………………..Trustees’ Meeting 6 pm (Large Conf. Room)

Drivers Van Car R.J. Robertson Rick Shelton

Pastor on weekend call: Mar. 29, 30, 31 Rev. Doug Walker Apr. 5, 6, 7 Rev. Mary Hilliard

Today’s Sacred Grounds: In honor of their Families by Dick & Val Carr. Open dates are Apr. 7, 14, 21 & 28. The cost is $100 to sponsor a week. Call the office to reserve a date.

Open Dates for Flowers: Apr. 7, 14, & 28. Call the office to reserve a date.

Sunday, Mar. 24th, 2019 8:30 am (Divine) 110 Guests: 10:45 am (Divine) 120 27 including 10:45 am (LAUNCH) ** 9 first time Total Worship Attendance: 230 **NO LAUNCH SERVICE DUE TO POWER OUTAGE

Prayers: Janet Brandt Clifford Smith Becky Flynn Larry Brown Mary Ellen Murray

Preaching Schedule March 31, 2019 April 7, 2019 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Doug Walker 10:45 LAUNCH Service Rev. Doug Walker Rev. Mary Hilliard

TERRIFIC TUESDAY The Asbury Prison Band is on deck to entertain you at Terrific Tuesday on April 2 at 12 pm in the Warehouse. All ages are invited to enjoy and support the band, an important mission of our church. Lunch ($7) is: Meatloaf, Roasted Potatoes, Mixed Squash and Peach Cobbler. We encourage you to support the Asbury Food Pantry with a donation of food or money. RSVP by 10 am on Monday, April 1, if you plan to attend or need transportation (225-9231). Please bring a friend!

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

Sunday, March 31: Regular Sunday School and JOY choir

Regular Confirmation class with Pastor Mary teaching on the Social

Principles, FAQ’s of the church, Anatomy and Vows, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Wednesday, April 3: Wednesday night activities, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Sunday, April 7: Regular Sunday School and JOY Choir

Regular Confirmation class from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Banners are due tonight

YOUTH NEWS: Questions? Contact Diane Wright, Minister of Youth & Young Adults Tonight: We will meet tonight from 5:30-7:30 pm! Following snack supper, we will begin the Lent study “The Way” by Adam Hamilton. Bring a friend & see you tonight! Wednesday, April 3: We will meet from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm in the Warehouse to continue our study “Grounded”. A snack will be provided! See you then!

Sunday, March 31st - Fourth Sunday in Lent 8:00 am LAUNCH Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (Room 226) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am JOY Choir (Room 210) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am LAUNCH Band Pre-service Music (WAC) 10:45 am LAUNCH Service (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 5:30 pm Manabadi Classes (Room 102) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Youth Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Confirmation Class (Room 222) 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study (Large Conference Room) Monday, April 1st 7:30 am ACCDC 2018/2019 Classes 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103)

Tuesday, April 2nd 7:30 am ACCDC 2018/2019 Classes 12:00 pm Terrific Tuesday (Warehouse) 6:00 pm SPRC Meeting (Large Conference Room) 6:00 pm Bible Basics (Small Conference Room) 6:00 pm 7 Miracles in John (Parlor) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 100) Wednesday, April 3rd 6:00 am Bible Study (Large Conference Room) 7:30 am ACCDC 2018/2019 Classes 6:30 pm Wally Gee Men’s Bible Study (Room 226) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:30 pm LAUNCH Band Rehearsal 6:30 pm Youth Ministries (Warehouse) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesday/The Edge (Room 210) Thursday, April 4th 7:30 am ACCDC 2018/2019 Classes Friday, April 5th 7:30 am ACCDC 2018/2019 Classes Saturday, April 6th 6:00 pm Scout Blue & Gold Banquet (WAC) Sunday, April 7th - Fifth Sunday in Lent 8:00 am LAUNCH Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (Room 226) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am JOY Choir (Room 210) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am LAUNCH Band Pre-service Music (WAC) 10:45 am LAUNCH Service (WAC) 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 1:00 pm Bridal Shower (Room 227) 5:30 pm Manabadi Classes (Room 102) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Youth Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Confirmation Class (Room 222) 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study (Large Conference Room)

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

Asbury Weekly Calendar

* WAC - Wilson Activity Center

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY BEGINS TODAY, MARCH 31ST! The Women's Bible Study group will be starting a new study today Sunday, March 31. This six week study, 24 Hours That Changed the World by Adam Hamilton, examines the events of the last day of Jesus' life on earth. The class will meet in the large conference room on Sundays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Books will be available at the first class. The class will meet on March 31, April 7, 14, 28, and May 5 & 19. For more information, contact Ginny Kurrus at ginny.kurrus@gmail.com.

http://www.asbury-lr.org/mailto:ginny.kurrus@gmail.com?subject=Women's%20Bible%20Study

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