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

225-9231 · www.asbury-lr.org

Asbury UMC Little Rock @Maryhilliard82

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.”

April 19, 2015

The Vows of the UMC: Presence

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, and print your

information on the 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 cell phone.

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

Divine Worship Sanctuary

April 19, 2015 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.

Gathering in God’s Presence

† Welcome and Announcements

Prelude

*Choral Call to Worship Surely the Presence of the Lord 328

Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place; I can feel His mighty power and His grace. I can hear the brush of angels’ wings, I see glory on each face; Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place.

*Hymn of Praise To God Be the Glory 98

Act of Praise Give Me Joy in My Heart Joy Choir (10:45)

Mary Noble, Sabrina Hinson - directors

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.

† Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer 895

Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett (8:30)

Megan Garrison (10:45)

Children 3 years to 6th 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 Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah Chancel Choir

Gordon Young

Lifting Our Lives and Prayers to God

The Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory On Eagle’s Wings

Arr. Mark Hayes

*Please stand as you are able

*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 O How I Love Jesus 170

Hearing God’s Word

Scripture Lesson Hebrews 10:19-25 (NLT, Pew Bible) 926 The Message “The UMC Vows: On ‘Presence’” (8:30) Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. David Moore (10:45)

Responding to God With Our Lives

*Hymn of Commitment He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought 128

*Blessing of God’s People

*Choral Benediction He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought (chorus) 128

He leadeth me, He leadeth me, by His own hand He leadeth me; His faithful follower I would be, for by His hand He leadeth me.

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

Postlude

† Assisting in Worship: Rev. David Moore; Rev. Tom Weir

Acolytes: 8:30 - Jaxon Dale/10:45 - Lilly and Melissa Hutchinson

Sound Operator: 8:30 - Joe Hof, Coby Smith/10:45 - Mazhil, Sharath

Message Notes

Message outline for Rev. Hilliard “The Vows of the UMC: Presence” Hebrews 10:19-25

I. Presence is Based on Focus.

A. The Church is best when focus is unified.

B. Disciples are most effective when focus is Christ.

C. Presence goes ‘deeper’ than attendance.

D. Spiritual response is always an ESSENTIAL. II. Most Effective Disciples Practice a Stewardship of Presence.

A. Churches who are ‘alive’ understand the practice of Sacrifice.

B. The Greatest Members of the Body of Christ understand the Need to Conform to Christ.

Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center

April 19, 2015 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.

Forever

† Welcome and Announcements

My Savior My God Better is One Day

Give Me Joy in My Heart Joy Choir - Mary Noble, Sabrina Hinson, directors

Children’s Moments Laura Stinnett

Children 3 years to 6th 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

Your Love is Extravagant

The Message

“The UMC Vows: On ‘Presence’” Heb. 10:19-25 Rev. Mary Hilliard

The Invitation

Hold Us Together

The Blessing

† Assisting in Worship: Mike DuPas

Sound Operator: Randy Dennis

Celebration Band Celebration Singers Lisa Burgess Dusty Jones Lanier Hocott Mary Ross Jay Greenfield Scott Southern Terry South

Asbury Staff Rev. Mary Hilliard, Senior Pastor mary@asbury-lr.org

Rev. Chase Green, Pastor of Discipleship chase@asbury-lr.org

Rev. David Moore, Pastor of Congregational Care david@asbury-lr.org

Rev. Tom Weir, Pastor Emeritus weir-t@sbcglobal.net

Stephen Edds, Minister of Music stephen@asbury-lr.org

Anguel Kehayov, Organist kehayata@hotmail.com

Mike DuPas, Interim Part-Time Praise & Worship Leader stephen@asbury-lr.org

Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children laura@asbury-lr.org

Amy Bennett, Minister of Youth amy@asbury-lr.org

Barbara Mills, Church Administration barbara@asbury-lr.org

Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager cheryl@asbury-lr.org

Laura Burns, Child Development Ctr., Director accdcdir@asbury-lr.org

Jamie Holstead, Child Development Ctr., Asst. Director jamie@asbury-lr.org

Special Events

Monday, April 20th…………………………………...……..Trustees Meeting 6 pm (Room 123) Thursday, April 23rd………………………….…..…Chris Tomlin Concert 6 pm (Verizon Arena) Friday & Saturday, April 24th & 25th…......30 Hour Famine 6 pm Fri. - 7 pm Sat. (Warehouse) Tuesday, May 5th……………………………...………….…….Keenagers 12 pm (Warehouse)

YOUTH NEWS: April 19th: We’ll be talking about “Boundaries in Dating”, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm in the Warehouse. I’ll be sharing, and we have a special guest you won’t want to miss!! April 15th: We’ll be talking about Romans 6! 6 pm - 7:30 pm in the Warehouse! Remember, you should be working on getting sponsors for 30 Hour Famine! Each student needs to get at least $35 in sponsorship to participate! All money goes to World Vision to feed kids in need. The event is April 24-25. (I also need adult help for the weekend-parents if you’re interested, please let me know. I need help Friday and on Saturday during the day, or overnight!!!). If you want to go to Chris Tomlin ($28), I need your money TONIGHT! The concert is at Verizon on Thursday, April 23. We’ll meet at Asbury at 6 pm - if we get a group of 12, you can get some money back on your ticket! All church members are invited!

Pastor on Call: April 18 & 19 Rev. David Moore

April Drivers Van Car John Rowland Charles Galloway

Preaching Schedule Sunday Sunday April 19th April 26th—UMW Sunday 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Jana Green 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. David Moore Rev. Jana Green 10:45 Celebration Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Mary Hilliard

SUNDAY, April 12th, 2015

Sunday School: 209 Guests:

8:30 (D): 129 34 (including) 10:45 (D): 79 4 first-time 10:45 (C): 123

Total Worship Attendance: 331

Prayers Hilda Parr Annette Maples’ Family Marilyn Thompson Betty McLendon

Special Children’s Ministry Dates: Questions? Contact Laura Stinnett, Minister of Children.

Sunday, April 19: JOY Choir singing at both 10:45 am services.

Wednesday, April 22: Wild Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and The Edge at 5:45 pm.

Wednesday, April 29: Wild Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and The Edge at 5:45 pm.

Friday, May 1 & Saturday, May 2: Created By God class for 5th & 6th graders.

Mark your calendars!!

VBS Informational Meeting: May 3rd at noon in the Robert Moore Classroom (Room 227).

Vacation Bible School: June 22-25, 6 pm to 8:30 pm, age 4 - 6th grade. Registration will be

on the website by May 1st.

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

Open dates for flowers: April 26, May 10, 31

SCHOLARSHIPS Did you know that if you have been a member in regular, active attendance at Asbury for the previous two years, have a high school diploma or GED, and have been accepted into an accredited school that you can apply for financial assistance through the Wright/Martin Scholarship Fund? Applications are available beginning April 15 in the church office. Deadline is June 1. Students must re-apply each year. Applications have been mailed to all current scholarship recipients and high school seniors.

Videos of the Celebration service are now online! On the website, go to “Events/Media” and click on “Sermon-Audio/Visual”. Click on “Launch Player” under the sermon. It’s that easy! Enjoy!

Open dates for Sacred Grounds: April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24

What is United Methodist Women? United Methodist Women is a faith-based membership organization within The United Methodist Church. They are organized for mission and their members are committed to growing as disciples of Jesus Christ in community with other women and building the lives of women, children and youth. UMW has been in mission for more than 140 years. Join us on Sunday, April 26 for United Methodist Women’s Sunday. The message, in both Divine services, will be delivered by Rev. Jana Green.

Sunday, April 19th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:00 am Praise Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir Room 204 for 3rd-6th grades 9:30 am Children’s Choir Room 215 for 3 years to 2nd grade 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Praise Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 2:00 pm Baby Shower for Jamie Holstead (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Student Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study (Room 123) Monday, April 20th 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 6:00 pm Trustees (Room 123) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103) Tuesday, April 21st 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 6:15 pm Prison Band Practice (WAC) 6:30 pm Rebekah Circle (Parlor) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 101) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105) 7:00 pm Brownie Girl Scouts (Room 125) Wednesday, April 22nd 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study (Room 123) 5:45 pm The Edge (Room 206) 6:00 pm Wednesday Night Student Ministries (Warehouse) 6:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:30 pm Wally Gee Men’s Bible Study (Room 226) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesdays (Room 215)

Thursday, April 23rd 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 5:00 pm Chris Tomlin Concert (Verizon Arena) 6:30 pm Praise Team Rehearsal (WAC) Friday, April 24th 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 8:00 am ACCDC Community Fair (WAC) 6:00 pm 30 Hour Famine (Warehouse) Saturday, April 25th 7:00 pm 30 Hour Famine Ends Sunday, April 26th 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts (WAC) 8:00 am Praise Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir Room 204 for 3rd-6th grades 9:30 am Children’s Choir Room 215 for 3 years to 2nd grade 9:45 am Sunday School 10:40 am Praise Band Pre-Service Music 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 12:00 pm New Member Lunch (Warehouse) 2:00 pm Bridal Shower (Robberts/Freeman) (Room 227) 5:30 pm Sunday Night Student Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study (Room 123)

Asbury Weekly Calendar

Opportunities to Grow in Faith and Share Christ.

* WAC - Wilson Activity Center