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.”

September 21, 2014

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.

Divine Worship Sanctuary

September 21, 2014 8:30 & 10:45 A.M.

Gathering in God’s Presence

† Welcome and Announcements Prelude Introit This Is the Day Chancel Choir Mark Hayes

*Hymn of Praise Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus 514

Preparing Our Hearts

*Affirmation of Faith The Nicene Creed 880 We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen

and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father,

God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through Him all things were made.

For us and for our salvation He came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake He was crucified under Pontius Pilate; He suffered death and was buried. On the third day He rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and His kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. 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 (8:30) Laura Stinnett (10:45) Amy Bennett

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 Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel? Chancel Choir Arr. Larry Shackley

Lifting Our Lives and Prayers to God

† Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer 895 The Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings Offertory The Potter’s Hand Stephen Edds Darlene Zschech

*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 Have Thine Own Way, Lord 382

Hearing God’s Word Scripture Lesson Jeremiah 18:1-6 (NLT, Pew Bible) 587 The Message “Clay in the Potter’s Hands” (8:30) Rev. Mary Hilliard

Matthew 20:29-34 (NLT, Pew Bible) 751 “The Jesus Prayer” (10:45) Rev. Chase Green

Responding to God With Our Lives

*Hymn of Commitment Something Beautiful 394 *Blessing of God’s People *Choral Benediction Go Now In Peace 665

Go now in peace, go now in peace, may the love of God surround you Everywhere, everywhere you may go.

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

Postlude † Assisting in Worship: Rev. David Moore

Sound Operator: 8:30 - Jason Stumhofer, Jack Henderson 10:45 - Jason Stumhofer, Ken Robbins Acolytes: 8:30 - Jaxon Dale; 10:45 - Ben Cogbill, Hope Cogbill

Message outline for Rev. Hilliard “Clay in the Potter’s Hands”

Jeremiah 18:1-11

I. The Wonders of God’s Creation

A. Mountains and Waterfalls

B. Lump of Clay II. The Craft of Pottery

A. Select the Clay

B. “Sprinkle like a Methodist!”

C. Spin the Wheel Evenly

D. Shape with a Delicate Touch

E. Fire in the Kiln for the Smooth Vessel III. Skills of the Potter

A. The Ability to Detect the Flaw

B. The Understanding that only the Imperfection is Removed---the Rest is Saved and Used IV. The Significant Factors

A. In the Healing of the blind Man, Clay did not Save Him; His faith did

B. As Living Vessels Who are Called to Pour out the Spirit of God, We must be a Holy People

C. We must present ourselves as a ‘Gift’ to others

D. Like Clay, will we be flexible; submissive in the Hands of the Potter?

Celebration Worship Wilson Activity Center

September 21, 2014 10:45 A.M.

“Come, Now is the Time To Worship”

† Welcome and Announcements We ask that both guests and members PRINT the information requested in the friendship pads

and return them to the end of the row.

“My Savior My God” “Take my Life (Holiness)”

Children’s Moments

Laura Stinnett

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.

Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer

Sharing of Our Gifts

“The Potter’s Hand”

The Message Jeremiah 18:1-6

“Clay in the Potter’s Hands” Rev. Mary Hilliard

The Invitation

“How Great is Our God”

The Blessing

† Assisting in Worship: Mike DuPas

Sound Operator: Randy Dennis

Celebration Band Celebration Singers Dusty Jones Scott Southern Lanier Hocott Mary Ross Linda 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 Praise and 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 Connie Wagner, Nursery Director nursery@asbury-lr.org Cheryl Cate, Finance Manager cheryl@asbury-lr.org Scott Odena, Communications Coordinator news@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 Sunday, September 21………………….……..Apartment Outreach Training 12 pm (Sanctuary) Tuesdays-Wednesdays, September 23 & 24…University of Faith Classes (see info below) 6 pm Sunday, September 28…………………………..…..Apartment Outreach Mission 2 pm (offsite) Tuesdays-Wednesdays, Sept. 30 & Oct. 1……University of Faith Classes (see info below) 6 pm SUNDAY, September 14th, 2014 Sunday School: 189 8:30 (D): 135 10:45 (D): 77 10:45 (C): 121 Total Worship Attendance: 333 Guests: 42 (including) First-time guests: 3

Prayers Kim Griffin Anita Curtis & Family Baby Olivia, Jennifer & Nate Hill

Pastor on Call: Sept. 27 & 28 Rev. Mary Hilliard 870-718-3697

OPPORTUNITIES AT ASBURY • Asbury is searching for a Praise & Worship Leader for our contemporary worship service. If

interested in this opportunity, please contact Stephen Edds, Stephen@asbury-lr.org.

Today’s flowers:

In honor of Bob & Marilyn Thompson’s anniversary, by Ron & Sheila Paulson.

Today’s Coffee & Donuts are provided by the Next Phase Sunday School class. Please contact the church office, 225-9231, if you would like to sponsor a week or a month.

September Drivers Van: Jim Britt (912-1449) Car: Charles Galloway (351-6645)

Preaching Schedule Sunday, September 21st Sunday, September 28th 8:30 Divine Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Chase Green 10:45 Divine Worship Rev. Chase Green Rev. Mary Hilliard 10:45 Celebration Worship Rev. Mary Hilliard Rev. Chase Green

YOUTH NEWS: • Bryan Hall will teach from Psalm 139 tonight! Meet in the Warehouse from 6 to 7:30 pm! • True Princess/God Guy study this Wednesday night! We have extra books - come join us in

the Warehouse at 6 pm and finish up by 7:30 pm. • Fall Retreat is coming up October 24-26! We’ll return to Ferncliff, with Highland Valley

UMC joining us! Cost: $65. Sign up, with payment, by October 5th to ensure a t-shirt! Please see Amy if there are issues with the cost.

University of Faith Classes CONTINUE Tuesday & Wednesday THIS week! You can still enroll with the registration form found in today’s insert!

Tuesday, September 23rd: A Study of the Psalms - 6 to 7 pm - Room 227 (Robert Moore Room)

Rev. Mary Hilliard leads this journey through the book of Psalms. Learn more about this book that has comforted people through the ages. Week 2: Psalms of Wisdom.

Beginner Guitar - 6 to 7 pm - Room 125 (Emmanuel Room) Scott Odena teaches this class for beginners. We will review chords from week 1 and add more chords. Emphasis on strumming and beginning rhythm guitar techniques.

Wednesday, September 24th: A Study of 1st Corinthians - 6 to 7 pm - Room 227 (Robert Moore Room) With Rev. Chase Green, come examine the letters of Paul to the people of Corinth, and how they can be applied to our lives today.

Photography - 6 to 7 pm - Room 125 (Emmanuel Room) Kenna Westerman teaches basic photography skills including camera functions, modes, settings, and learning to edit your photos.

NEW CLASS THIS WEEK! - Wednesday, September 24th Papermadeprettier Papercrafting Class - 6 to 7 pm - Room 123 (Large Conf. Room) Kay Cogbill shares her gifts in paper crafting. Come this week and learn to make Holiday Tags! RSVP to cogbill22@yahoo.com or by phone/text 831-0413.

SPECIAL CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DATES: • September 28: Children’s Choirs sing at both 10:45 am services. Joy Choir

(3’s - 2nd grade) will be in the Celebration Service, and the Junior Choir (3rd - 6th grades) will be in the Divine Service.

• October 3: District Event for 3rd - 6th Graders, information to be emailed. • October 10: Parents’ Night Out, 6 to 10 pm. • October 12: Children’s Sabbath at all services and Fall Festival - 3 to 6 pm.

APARTMENT OUTREACH MINISTRY: Training TODAY at 12 pm in the Sanctuary for our Apartment Outreach Ministry. On Sunday, September 28th at 2 pm, members of Asbury will meet at the church and carpool to the Turtle Creek and Calais Forest apartment complexes. Upon arriving, members will go door to door and hand out goodie bags along with an invitation to our Fall Festival. POPCORN TIME AGAIN! The Boy Scouts will take orders for popcorn on Sunday, September 28th, 9:30-10:45 am in the WAC. Payment upon delivery in November. There’s an option to ship to our military & veterans. Help support Troop 24. Contact Jim Britt, 501-912-1449 or jobritt@sbcglobal.net.

Asbury Weekly Calendar

Opportunities to Grow in Faith and Share Christ.

Sunday, September 21st 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Praise Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir for 3 yrs to 2nd Grade (Room 215) 9:30 am Children’s Choir for 3rd to 6th Grades (Room 204) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 12:00 pm Apartment Outreach Training (Sanctuary) 5:30 pm Elevate Student Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Women’s Sunday Night Bible Study (Room 123)

Monday, September 22nd 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 6:00 pm Men’s Basketball (WAC) 6:15 pm Handbell Rehearsal (Room 201) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (Room 103)

Tuesday, September 23rd 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 6:00 pm A Study of the Psalms (Room 227) 6:00 pm Beginner Guitar (Room 125) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Room 105) 7:00 pm Cub Scouts (Room 101)

Wednesday, September 24th 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 9:30 am Women’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study (Room 123) 12:00 pm ACCDC - Ages and Stages Training (Warehouse) 5:45 pm The Edge (Room 204) 6:00 pm A Study of 1st Corinthians (Room 227) 6:00 pm Photography (Room 125) 6:00 pm Elevate e-Groups - Small Groups (Warehouse) 6:00 pm Youth Girls’ Bible Study (Parlor) 6:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 6:30 pm Wally Gee Men’s Bible Study (Room 226) 6:30 pm Wild Wednesdays (Room 210)

Thursday, September 25th 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 6:30 pm Praise Band Rehearsal (WAC)

Friday, September 26th 7:30 am ACCDC 2014-2015 Classes 8:30 am ACCDC - POPS 4 Christ (Parents of Preschoolers) (Warehouse)

Saturday, September 27th

Sunday, September 28th 8:00 am Coffee & Donuts 8:00 am Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 200) 8:00 am Praise Team Rehearsal (WAC) 8:30 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Children’s Choir for 3 yrs to 2nd Grade (Room 215) 9:30 am Children’s Choir for 3rd to 6th Grades (Room 204) 9:45 am Sunday School 10:45 am Divine Worship (Sanctuary) 10:45 am Celebration Worship (WAC) 2:00 pm Apartment Outreach Mission (offsite) 4:00 pm Youth Council Meeting (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Elevate Student Ministries (Warehouse) 5:30 pm Women’s Sunday Night Bible Study (Room 123)

* WAC - Wilson Activity Center

University of Faith Fall 2014

Please note: Meals are not

provided. Each class will decide how they want to handle dinner. Possible options:

Sign-up for Fall Classes/Opportunities! Let us know which classes or opportunities you are interested in (check classes).

Name ______________________________________

Address ____________________________________

City/State/Zip _______________________________

Phone ________ Email address__________________________

What class(es) would you like to see in the future?

____________ Could you teach a class? Subject: ____________

A Study of the Psalms

A Study of 1 Corinthians

Beginner Guitar

Photography Papermadeprettier:

September 24th

October 15th

November 19th

Women’s Bible Studies: Children of the Day Mission Opportunities:

Apartment Outreach

Homeless Kits

A Study of the Psalms Teacher: Rev. Mary Hilliard Starting Date: Tuesday, September 16th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, 6 weeks (Tuesdays) Location: Robert Moore Room (#227) A psalm, by definition, is a sacred song or poem of praise. Psalms refer to any of the 150 sacred songs, lyric poems, and prayers that

together constitute the book (Psalms) in the Old Testament. Come take an exploratory journey with our Senior Pastor, as she shares this wonderful book of the Bible which has comforted so many of God’s people through the ages. Week 1: Brief History of the Psalms. Also, Review of the Psalms of Lament. ● Week 2: Psalms of Wisdom ● Week 3: Psalms in Praise of God’s Character, Word, Deed and Creation ● Week 4: Psalms of Regard for Jerusalem, its Kings and Jewish Feasts ● Week 5: Psalms of Individual Thanksgiving and Salvation History ● Week 6: Psalms for Personal Meditation, Creative Writing/Sharing of your Personal Psalm.

A Study of 1 Corinthians Teacher: Rev. Chase Green Starting Date: Wednesday, September 17th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, 6 weeks (Wednesdays) Location: Robert Moore Room (#227)

Come and explore and dig deep into one of the Apostle Paul’s most important letters, his first letter to the Christians in Corinth. We will examine what the culture in Corinth was like, what Paul is trying to get across in his writing, and we will closely look at what, from Paul’s writings to the Corinthians, can apply to our lives today.

Beginner Guitar Teacher: Scott Odena Starting Date: Tuesday, September 16th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm*, 5 weeks (Tuesdays) Location: Emmanuel Room (#125) Learn easy techniques of rhythm and lead guitar playing, starting with chords and identifying the strings and their notes. Your individual skills

will apply to a group project at the end. *NOTE: We will start at 5:30 pm on the first class ONLY on Tuesday, September 16th. Come early, so Scott can tune your guitar. Electric guitars and amplifiers are welcome, however, with the volume and tone set at an appropriate level so others are not disturbed.

Photography Teacher: Kenna Westerman Starting Date: Wednesday, September 17th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, 4 weeks (Wednesdays) Location: Emmanuel Room (#125)

This class teaches basic photography skills. You will learn different functions of your camera, how to set up photo shots, different camera modes, using the manual setting, editing your pictures on the computer and entering contests.

Elevate Youth e-Groups (7th-12th Grade) Starting Date: August 20th, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (The Warehouse)

For the first six weeks, the Youth will be looking at how to be a man/woman of God! Beginning in October, we’ll be looking at

how to live out different spiritual disciplines.

Men’s Bible Study Starting date: Wednesday, September 3rd Dinner: 6 pm; Discussion 6:30 - 7:30 pm Location: Wally Gee Classroom (Room #226) Join us as we begin our fall session. We are a group of men from all walks of life and enjoy reading Scripture

together and discussing how it ties in to our everyday lives. If you would like to know more about our topic or what the class is like, contact Carl Cross at 868-7266.

Wild Wednesdays! (Age 3 to 2nd Grade) Starting Date: August 20th, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, (Room #210 - Starry Night Room) The children have a Bible story & activities.

Papermadeprettier Papercrafting Classes Teacher: Kay Cogbill (RSVP to cogbill22@yahoo.com or by phone/text, 831-0413, so Kay can provide necessary supplies) Dates: Wednesdays, September 24th, October 15th, November 19th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm ● Location: Large Conference Room (#123) September 24: Holiday Tags Class ● October 15th: Christmas Card Class ● November 19th: Project Life Memory Keeping

The Edge (3rd-6th Grade) Starting Date: August 20th, 5:45-7:30 pm, (Room #204) Teachers: Jessica Temple & Alicia Gallup Arrive at church to go off campus for dinner (fast food,

$5-7 recommended) then return for lesson. This semester, the Edge kids will learn how to continue to grow in their faith, how to handle relationships, how to make good choices and lastly how they can serve others.

* NOTE: If needing childcare, email nursery@asbury-lr.org Other fall groups (no reservations necessary)

Asbury Fall Classes & Activities

Musical Opportunities are also available!!! Monday Nights at 6:15 pm: Hand Bells Wednesday Nights at 6:30 pm: Chancel Choir Thursday Nights at 6:30 pm: Praise Team Rehearsals Sunday mornings at 9:30 am: Children’s Choir

Opportunities for Youth (Sundays) Elevate Student Ministries (Grades 7th-12th) Sundays, 5:30 to 7:30 pm (The Warehouse) Supper, games, Bible study, and a time to grow in fellowship with Christ and one another.

Opportunities for Young Adults (Tuesdays) Young Adult Ministry (ages 18-35) Tuesdays at 6:30 pm (The Warehouse) We meet this fall on Tuesday nights from 6:30-7:30 pm. We are an open group who seek to learn from each other about God and serving Christ. Sometimes we go out to dinner together, fellowship, or go to local events.

Women’s Bible Studies – Fall 2014 Wednesday Morning, September 10 to November 5 at 9:30 am Sunday Evening, September 7 to November 9 at 5:30 p m (childcare available on Sunday)

Children of the Day: 1 & 2 Thessalonians by Beth Moore Join Beth Moore and walk the shores of Thessalonica with this verse-by-verse Bible study of 1 and 2 Thessalonians. During this nine-week study, you’ll learn how to let go of past mistakes and discover your circumstances are not coincidental -

God’s timing is impeccable! Whether you’re facing family crises, medical diagnoses, relationship troubles, doubts, or fears, you’ll come away encouraged that even though it may not feel that way, you are exactly where Christ wants you to be! Participant workbooks will be available during class for $17.40.

To enroll in the Wednesday class: Pat Anderson, 821-6263 or Ginny Kurrus, 416-8241. To enroll in the Sunday class: Ashley Boes 626-3579. To register for childcare in the Sunday class, please contact Laura Stinnett at 225-9231.

MISSION OPPORTUNITIES

Apartment Outreach

For some time now, there has been a lot of desire to reach out to the apartments around Asbury. I have been in contact with several different complexes. On September 28th at 2pm, we are going door to door in the Calais Forest and Turtle Creek apartment complexes. We will be handing out baggies with different assortment of goodies/food, along with an invitation to our Fall Festival which will take place on Sunday, October 12th from 3-6 pm, and a listing of our worship times. We believe this is a great opportunity to reach out to people in our neighborhood. Most people are probably uneasy about going door to door, so there will be two opportunities for training. One will be held on September 14th during Sunday School and the other will be on September 21st at noon, following the worship services. Please be in prayer about this. The more people who volunteer and are a part of this, the more outreach we can do.

Blessings, Pastor Chase Food Kits for the Homeless

On May 18th this year, Change the World Day, many volunteers gathered in the Wilson Activity Center, assembly line fashion, and packed 200 food kits for the homeless. We have determined this to be a ministry that would benefit many year round, instead of just once a year. We will periodically have a date and time to build homeless kits. …… More information to come.