Events and Programs at Asbury First UMC

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United Methodist Church1050 East AvenueRochester, NY 14607

(585) 271-1050www.asburyfirst.org

Asbury First

Childrens Ministry: pages 4 & 5

Youth Ministry: pages 6 & 7

Reconciling Ministry: page 9

Worship Opportunities: pages 10 & 11

Adult Fellowship Groups: pages 12 & 13

Classes & Study Groups: pages 8 & 14

Art Classes: page 15

Lecture Series: page 16

Music & the Arts: page 17

Calendar: page 18

“Bless thou the gifts our hands have brought;bless thou the work our hearts have planned.Ours is the faith, the will, the thought;the rest, O God, is in thy hand.”-Samuel Longfellow, “Bless Thou the Gifts,” 1886.

Sunday Morning Worship• 8:30a.m.TraditionalServicewithAsburySingers• 10:00a.m.InformalServiceinthechancelwithHolyCommunion• 11:00a.m.TraditionalServicewithSanctuaryChoir

Become a Member of our Faith Family AreyouinterestedinknowingmoreaboutAsburyFirst?Wanttofind

outhowyoucanbecomemoreinvolved?Joinusforafive-weekNew

MemberOrientationseries.Allarewelcome!Thisfall’sclassseries

beginsonSunday,October5,withclassesonOctober12,19,26,and

November2.

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Volunteer Opportunities•

October 10-20We will be bringing our time and talents together

with the time and talents of the members of

Baber AME Church to be in service to the city of

Rochester. This year’s primary project is painting

the Asbury First Storehouse, in preparation for the

celebration of their upcoming 50th anniversary.

Other places where we will serve include the

Ronald McDonald House, Hope House, Genesis

House, and St. Mary’s Adult Day Care. In addition, we will put together hygiene

kits, healthy snack packs and grocery bags, and will make lunches in support of

the above activities.

You may sign up for one or more shifts on the last three Sundays of September

in the Welcoming Hall after services.

New Volunteer Opportunity!

VisitationMinistryatAsburyFirst•

Withprayerfulthought,weareintroducingaVisitationMinistryunderthe

leadershipofRev.SusanShaferandAFUMCmemberMeredithPixley.This

ministrywillinvolvevisitingthoseinneedinourparishbothinthehospi-

talandinhomes.Therewillbeatrainingsessionearlyinthefallasthisvital

ministrybegins.Ifyouareinterestedinbecomingavisitationvolunteer,

[email protected](585)271-

1050x110.

• children’s ministry

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Weofferawidevarityofactivitiesforyouandyourchildtogrowtogetherinfaitheachweekandthroughouttheyear.

Havequestions?ConnectPaulaDugan([email protected]),or(585)271-1050x111tofindoutmore.

Sundays at Asbury First Sunday School

(9:45-10:45a.m.,agesfourtofifthgrade)Children are divided into classes according to age. Each group has an age-appropriate curriculum that teach them about God’s love.

Worship(8:30,10:00and11:00a.m.)Children are welcome to stay with their parents during the entire service. During the 11:00 a.m. service we also offer these opportunities following the children’s sermon:

◆ Enrichment(11:00a.m.service) Childrenagesfourthroughsecondgrademayattendlessonsfocusedon

Scriptureandthesermontopicoftheday.Secondfloor,educationwing.

◆ BibleBeat(11:00a.m.service)Childreninthirdthroughfifthgradesmayparticipateinlessonsthatexplore

Scriptureandthesermontopic.Secondfloor,educationwing.

Children may be picked up after the service in the second floor, education wing.

Child Care(8:30 a.m.-noon)Available in Creche and Rainbow Room, first floor, education wing.

◆ TheCreche(newbornto18months)Lovingandnurturingnurserycareprovidedbychild-careprofessionalsfrom8:30a.m.untilnooneverySunday.Locatedonthefirstfloor,educationwing.

◆ TheRainbowRoom(18monthstothreeyearsold)Lovingandenrichingcareprovidedbychildcareprofessionals,from8:30a.m.untilnoonevery

Sunday.Locatedonthefirstfloor,educationwing.

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Wednesday EveningsChildren’s Musical GroupsOurmusicalgroupsrehearseonWednesdayevenings:

• HallelujahKids(vocalchoir,gradesK-2,practice5:00-5:30p.m.)

• Children’sChoir(vocalchoir,grades3-5,practice6:00-6:45p.m.)

• WesleyRingers(bellchoir,grades3-5,practice6:45-7:15p.m.)

Allarewelcome,regardlessofmusicalability.Formoreinfor-mationcontactBozenaGranatatBozena_Granat@bcsd.org.

Other ProgramsThroughouttheyear,weoffernon-musicalactivitiesonWednesdayeveningsforthosewhoareinterested.

Family DinnerWeofferafamilydinnerat5:30p.m.withadonationoftwodollarsperpersonforall

thoseattendingWednesdayeveningprograms.

Fun, Faithful Family EventsSeptember 7 TogetherinMinistrySunday Sunday School open house and bounce house fun. Meet our teachers, view the class-rooms, and register your children for Sunday School.

October 19BibleSunday Our third graders receive their Bibles.

November 1 FamilyHarvestPotluckDinner

December 14Advent’sWinterWonderNightA night of pajamas, pancakes and a Christmas message.

December 24 Children’sChristmasPageantCome witness the Christmas story told through the eyes of children. For those children who wish to be a part of the pageant, rehearsals are Sunday mornings in December.

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Youth Ministry

United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)

Summeriswindingdown,butthathasn’tstoppedmanyofouryouthfrom

continuingtheirinvolvementinthelifeofAsburyFirstthroughsummer

missiontrips,theParkAvenueparkingfundraiser,andweeklyopportunities

tohangoutandplaygamesonthechurchlawnand/orgatherintheyouth

roomtowatchamovietogether.

Wehavealreadyoutlinedmuchofourfallyouthschedule,andweinviteall

youthinsixththroughtwelfthgradestocheckitoutandcomejoinusfor

someofouractivities—especiallythefallkick-offretreatonSeptember12-

14!Formoreinformationaboutanyofouryouthprograms,pleasecontact

MikeMullin,[email protected]

arenotayouth,buthaveaninterestinvolunteeringwithouryouthminis-

tries,pleasecontactMikeaswell!

Upcoming Big EvEnts

When? What? Where?

September 7 Regular youth Sunday programming resumes for fall.

AFUMC

September 12-14 Youth fall kick-off retreat Camp Casowasco

October 19 Spaghetti fundraiser, 12-1 pm Fellowship Hall

October 25 Youth outing: Amazing Maize Maze Long Acre Farms

November 14-16 Youth musical performance weekend Fellowship Hall

November 22-24 Youth District fall gathering retreat Aldersgate UMC

Friday, December 12

Church-wide Winter Gala Fellowship Hall

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Basic sUnday schEdUlE

When? Who? What? Where?

9:45-10:45 a.m. 6th and 7th grades

Sunday School Campfire Room (Room 18)

8th grade Confirmation Room 16

9th-12th grades UMYF-AM Youth Room

1:00-5:00 p.m. 6th-12th grades Musical Rehearsal Fellowship Hall & Wesley Hall

4:00-6:00 p.m. 6th-12th grades Bell Choir Bell Room

5:00-6:00 p.m. 6th-8th grades Youth Group Campfire Room (Room 18)

9th-12th grades Youth Choir Wesley Hall

6:00-6:30 p.m. 6th-12th grades Dinner Fellowship Hall

6:30-7:30 p.m. 6th-8th grades Choir Wesley Hall

6:30-8:00 p.m. 9th-12th grades Youth Group Youth Room

Photo by Dave Rice

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Adult Study•

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

1010 East Ave., Meditation Room

Group Facilitator: Rev. David P. Lubba

Weareinthemidstofa12videoseriesentitled‘FirstLight:Jesus

andtheKingdomofGod’.Wehavefinishedthefirstthreevideosin

theseries.ThisserieslooksatthelifeandministryofJesusandthe

variouscultural,social,political,economicandreligioussettings

withinwhichisoccurred.Wehavealivelydiscussionandlearn

fromeachother’sinsightsandopinions.Thevideosaretremen-

douslyhelpful.Feelfreetojoinusandwewill‘bringyouupto

speed’.Wealsospendtimeeachweeksharingjoysandconcerns

andparticipatinginIntercessoryPrayer.Foradditionalinforma-

tion,[email protected]

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Reconciliation:The Dialogue Continues

Theideaof“reconciliation”hasevokedagreatdealofdiscussion

withinAsburyFirst.GiventhiscultureofdialogueatAsburyFirstthe

ReconciliationCommitteelooksforwardtothedivergentperspectivesand

questionsourcongregantshavetoofferaswetogetherfindthepathway

towardsinclusionforallpeople,includingourLGBTQbrothersandsisters.

Threeforumsarebeingofferedthisfallforcongregantstotalkwithmem-

bersofthecommittee,thepastorsandeachotherregardinginclusion.

SUNDAy,SEPTEMBER14

noon~WesleyHall

WEDNESDAy,OCTOBER1

6:30p.m.~FellowshipHall

TUESDAy,OCTOBER14

7:00p.m.~WesleyHall

Asbury First United Methodist Church prayerfully strives to live in its urban com-munity with open hearts, open minds and open doors. Affirming that each person is of sacred worth, we seek to be a fully inclusive church, believing that all people are God’s

children, created in God’s image, loved and blessed equally by God. It is our purpose to be a Reconciling Congregation. This means extending hospitality and encouraging full participation of all, regardless of age, race, national origin, gender, gender identity and

expression, sexual orientation, marital status or family structure, education or economic background and physical or 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.

Reconciling Statement of Asbury First United Methodist Church•

• Worship Opportunities

Sunday ServicesOurregularSundaymorningscheduleisasfollows:• 8:30:traditionalservicewiththeAsburySingers• 10:00:informalserviceinthechancelwithCommunion• 11:00:traditionalservicewiththeSanctuaryChoir

Childcare is available at all services.

IfyouareunabletoattendourSundayservicesinperson,checkoutthisoptions:

• TuneyourradiotoWySL1040AMor92.1FMonSundaymorningfrom11:00-12:00toheartheservice,or

• Gotowww.asburyfirst.orgtowatchalivestreamoftheserviceat11:00a.m.you’llalsofindarchivedvideosofpastservicesonthesite.

LabyrinthSecond Wednesday of every month; plus Wednesdays in Advent: December 3, 10, & 175:00-7:00 p.m.Our beautiful labyrinth is located under the Sanctuary, in Fel-lowship Hall. Walking the labyrinth is an ancient practice that provides a place for reflection and peaceful prayer. Stewards are always on duty to answer your questions.

World Communion SundaySunday, October 5Begunin1936byThePresbyterianChurch,WorldCommunionSundaypromotesChristianunityandecumenicalcooperation.ItisnowoneofthesixchurchwideSpecialSundaysofTheUnitedMethodistChurch.

Bible SundaySunday, October 19Foundedin1915bytheAmericanBibleSociety,BibleSundayisachancetocelebratetheplaceoftheScripturesinourdailylives.Onthisday,wepresentnewBiblestoourthirdgradersatthe11:00a.m.service.

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Thanksgiving In-GatheringSunday, November 23ThisannualcelebrationfeaturesspecialinstrumentalmusicandaprocessionofourThanksgivinggifts,andthededicationofourgiftspledgedtothechurchthroughourannualstewardshipcampaign.

First Sunday of AdventSunday, November 308:30, 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.WebegintheholyseasonofAdventwithacommunionservicetohelpusfocusonthereasonforourpreparations.

Remembrance ServiceSunday, December 73:00 p.m.Werememberthelovedoneswehavelostinthisyearwithacandlelightserviceofword,music,andcommunion,andthelightingoftheremembrancecandles.

Christmas EveTuesday, December 24• 12:00noon–ServiceofCarolsandHolyCommunion• 4:00p.m.–ServiceforFamiliesandChildren,withpageant• 7:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,Lessons&Carols• 9:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,andHolyCommunion• 11:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,Lessons,&Carols

Christmas Day10:00–traditionalservice

Ouradultclassesmeetat9:45a.m.eachSundaymorning.Theseclassesshareinstudytime,aswellasprayerandfellowship,andtheyarealwayshappytowelcomenewmembers.Frequentguestspeakersprovideachancetolearnaboutsocialissues,faithformation,andtheworldaroundus.Interested?Comevisitussoon!FormoreinformationaboutanyadultSundayschoolclass,contactMelodyGuadagninointhechurchofficeat(585)[email protected].

Group Who Are We? What’s Our Focus?

Where do We Meet?

Doublers Open to all, singles and couples

Bible Study, theology, Christian service, and social concerns.

1010 East Ave., Red Room

50 Plus Fellowship

Couples and singles over the age of 50

We examine our faith and life issues. We support members in need with visits and phone calls.

1010 East Ave., Dining Room

Growing Spirits/Living Edge

Couples and singles Bible study, church and social issues, books reviews, and social events.

1010 East Ave., Room 21

Partnership Older adults, singles and couples

Christian theology, personal witness, social concerns, and political issues.

1010 East Ave., Meditation Room

Parables of Parenting

Parents of children of any age

Discussion, sharing of stories, and reflection on trends in parenting from a faith perspective.

Room 205 (second floor of the Education Wing)

In the News: A Current Events Roundtable

open to all We examine the spiritual implications of current events, and provide a friendly forum for expressing viewpoints on diverse topics.

1050 East Ave. Dining Room

Adult Bible Study All those interested in taking a closer look at the Bible.

Led by Rev. David Lubba, we focus on broadening our knowledge of the Bible.

1050 East. Ave., Teak Room

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Adult Sunday School & Social Groups

Wednesdays at noon1010 East Ave. Dining Room

TheWOWgroupreadsauthorsonreligionsandspiri-tuality,includingJohnShelbySpong,JoanChittister,MarcusBorg,DesmondTutu,Dr.FrancesCollins,BrianMcLarenandEstherdeWaal.Theinvitationisopenfor

womenwhoenjoyreadingandlearningtojoinWOW.Theone-hourmeetingtimeenablespeopletoattendduringtheirlunchtimeandbringabaglunch.Questions?ContactMaryLynnVickersatmvicker1@rochester.rr.com.

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Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m.1010 East Ave., Red Room

ThislivelygroupmeetsWednesdaysat6:00a.m.tosharedevotions,joys,concerns,hymns,prayers,andconversa-tion.There’scoffeeandbreakfastafterwardsatanearbyrestaurant.Newmembersarealwayswelcometothisgroup,whichhasbeenmeetingatAsburyFirstforsev-eraldecades.ContactGlennPeckatgdpeck@rochester.rr.comifyouhavequestions.

Women on Wednesdays

(WOW)

Men’s Devotional

Group

Women’s Fellowship

Group

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.Church Resource Library

Whetheryouareyoungoryoung-at-heart,single,married,divorcedorwidowed,withchildrenorwithout,joinusforsomewomen’sfellowship.Thisisachanceforwomentosupportoneanotherandshareinthewonders

andchallengesofwomanhood.Nurserycareisprovided.ElizabethChurchcanansweryourquestionsatelizchurch@juno.com.

AppetizerGroup

TheAppetizerGroupmeetsapproximatelyonceeachmonthtoshareappetizers,fellowshipandparticipationinawidevarietyofprogramsandoutingsofinteresttothegroup.Itisopentoalladultchurchmembersandtheirfriends.PleasecontactHalCarter([email protected]/585-953-0644)ifyouareinterestedinparticipatingorinbeingonthemailinglistsothatyouarenoti-fiedoftheget-togethers.

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• Fall Learning & Fellowship

United Methodism 101Wednesdays, October 22, 29, November 5, 126:30-7:30 p.m.Gathering Center• Dowebelieveinfreewillorpredestination?• Whydoweusegrapejuiceandnotwineduringcommunion?• Whydoourministersmovearoundsomuch?• What’supwiththename“Methodist?”• Whatdoesitmeantobe“strangelywarmed?”Whetheryou’vebeenaUnitedMethodistallofyourlifeorhavejuststumbleduponusrecently,thisclassisforyou!Joinusforafour-weekdiscussionaboutthehistory,structure,beliefs,andchallengesofTheUnitedMethodistChurch.IfyouareinterestedorhavequestionspleasecontactStephenCadyatscady@asburyfirst.org.PleaseletusknowifyouplantoattendbyOctober15aswewillhavetoorderbooksfortheclass.Thecostwillbe$12andassistanceisavailable.

Bowling LeagueBeginningSunday,October5through

December14(offonNovember30)

7:00-9:00p.m.

LocationTBD

Whether you’re a first-timer or a pro, sign up for some

fellowship and fun on Sunday evenings this spring. For

more info, contact RJ Pollard at [email protected]

or 315-246-8132.

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The ArtSparks art ministry has a studio/classroom. We are now located on the top floor of the education wing! This will enable more classes to be offered to more

people. I am excited for the possibilities provided by this new space. Check out the classes that will be offered this fall. Don’t be afraid to explore your creative side – whether you think you have one or not – through the spiritual act of creating. Creativity can be taught and encouraged, and while you are having fun exploring, you are also engaging in a deeply personal and spiritual experience. If the cost of the class is out of range for you please speak to Linda Clemow and we can make arrangements. Register for any classes by calling Linda at 585-236-1184.

Acrylic Painting

1:00-4:00 p.m.; Mondays, September 15- December 8cost: $85

This class will explore the basics of acrylic painting. We will look at basic concepts such as values, contours and colors. Then we will move into painting still-lives, land-scapes, and free form florals. No experience is required. All materials are provided.

Drawing 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (please bring a lunch); Tuesdays, September 16-December 9cost: $85

If you would like to go on to painting sometime in the future this is a great basic course. For those interested in drawing, from sketching to hyper-realism, this course will give a starting point. If you took this class last spring this is still an op-tion for you as we will build on the skills you have previously learned. All materials are provided.

Stitching Beyond the Ordinary10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ; Wednesdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 10cost: $85

We will be learning the basics of sewing for art! The class will include: couching, texture, color, embroidery and free motion stitching. You must have a sewing ma-chine that can be brought to class. When you register we will talk about the hardware you will need. I have many materials, yarns and threads in my stash, but please feel free to bring what you would like to work with. Most materials will be provided. stitchery by Carol Anne Waugh

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Lecture Series•

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End of Life Decision-MakingOctober26,November2,9

12:15P.M.

Noneofuslikestothinkabout

theprospectofseriousillness

ordeath.Mostofus,however,feel

stronglyaboutmaintainingaqual-

ityoflifethroughoutourentirelives.

Thisseriesisanopportunitytolearnfromcompassionateexpertsaboutwhat

eachofusneedstodonowtoinsurethatourwishesarerespectedifweare

inasituationwherewecannotspeakforourselves.Anyonewhohassuffered

theemotionalandethicaldilemmasofdecision-makingforafamilymember

withoutknowledgeoftheirwishescanattesttotheimportanceofhaving

thesediscussionsbeforethereisahealthcrisis.

OurspeakersincludeDr.RichardDemme,chairoftheEthicsCommitteeat

StrongMemorialHospital;Dr.RobHorowitz;apalliativecarephysicianat

Strong;andRobKochiktheExecutiveDirectoroftheFingerLakesDonor

RecoveryNetwork.OnthreeconsecutiveSundaysfollowingthe11amservice

theywilladdresstopicsthatwillinformyouabouttheimportanceofAdvance

Directives,maintainingcontrolofyourhealthcareduringseriousillness,and

decision-makingaroundorgan,eye,andtissuedonation.Eachsessionwill

beintroducedbyRev.BillReynolds,AssociateDirector,ChaplaincyServices,

UniversityofRochesterMedicalCenter.Billhasofferedspiritualguidanceto

childrenandadultsofallagesastheyhavefacedlifeanddeathdecisionsand

willlendthespiritualperspectivetothediscussion.

October26,2014:RichardDemme,MD

November2,2014:RobHorowitz,MD

November9,2014:RobKochik

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Music & the Arts

Fall Musical PerForMances

at asbury First

s u n d ay, n o v e M b e r 2 | 2 : 0 0 P . M .

Salon Concert

featuring Rebecca Pennys, piano; Mikhail Kopelman,

violin; and Stefan Reuss, cello;

to reserve your tickets call the church office at (585) 271-

1050x103. Tickets are $35/free for students.

F r i d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 4 | 7 : 3 0 P . M .

s at u r d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 5 | 7 : 3 0 P . M .

s u n d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 6 | 1 : 0 0 P . M .

Godspell

by John Michael Tebelak; music by Stephen Schwartz

Presented by the Youth of Asbury First

Tickets are $5 general admission, available at the door.

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• Fall Calendar

September

7............... TogetherinMinistrySunday

7............... Children’sMinistryOpenHouse

10............. Labyrinth

12-14...... youthFallKick-OffRetreat

14............. ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue

15............. ArtSparksAcrylicPaintingclassbegins

16............. ArtSparksDrawingclassbegins

17............. ArtSparksStitchingBeyondtheOrdinaryclassbegins

October

1............... ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue

5............... WorldCommunionSunday

5............... BowlingLeaguebegins

8............... Labyrinth

10-20...... TogetherinServiceWeek

14............. ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue

19............. BibleSunday

19............. youthSpaghettiFundraiser

22............. UnitedMethodism101

25............. youthOuting:AmazingMaizeMaze

26............. EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture


November

1............... FamilyHarvestPotluckDinner

2............... EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture

2............... SalonConcert

5............... UnitedMethodism101

9............... EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture

12............. Labyrinth


14-16...... youthPresent“Godspell”

22-24...... youthDistrictFallGatheringRetreat

23............. ThanksgivingIn-Gathering

30............. FirstSundayofAdvent/CommunionSunday

December

3............... Labyrinth

7............... RemembranceService

10............. Labyrinth

14............. Advent’sWinterWonderNight

17............. Labyrinth

24............. ChristmasPageant

24............. ChristmasEveServices(seepage11)

25............. ChristmasDay

dinner among

friends

eighth annual

saturday, september 27

Join us for appetizers at asbury First, then head to the home of our of our generous hosts for a delicious meal. your generous gift for the evening (suggested donation: $50) helps support the asbury First dining and Caring Center, feeding those who are hungry. Find out more in

your weekly bulletin!

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