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OFFICE HOURS

8 AM to 4 PM MmdashF 1533 Springhouse Road

Allentown PA 18104 Phone 610-398-2577

Fax 610-366-1108 wwwasburylvorg

Asbury United

Methodist Church

asburyumclv

In all aspects of our lives we will strive to be disciples of

Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world

Pastor

Eric S Yeakel

SUNDAY SERVICES

HERITAGE WORSHIP 800 AM in the Sanctuary

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP 930 AM in the Sanctuary

OPEN DOOR WORSHIP 1045 AM in the Wesley Center

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP 1100 AM in the Sanctuary

SUNDAY MORNING CHILDCARE

During our 930 Sunday School time we have childcare for

infants through three year olds During our 1100 Service we have

childcare available for infants through PreK

PASSIONATE

WORSHIP

Publicity Requests

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From Sunday 1214 through the Christmas Eve1224 we will have an Asbury adver-tisement playing on 1007 WLEV During this time of the year 1007 plays 24 hours of Christmas music The ad is a 15 second spot inviting people in our community to come to our Christmas Eve services if they do not have a church home The ad will be played multiple times during the day and evening during this 10-day period My prayer is that people who do not know the hope and joy of Christmas will encounter the love of Christ at Asbury that evening In order to extend the love of Christ through Radical Hospitality we will need many volunteers I would like you to prayerfully con-sider volunteering for one of the many opportunities to serve at Asbury on Christmas Eve or the day before You can learn more about areas to serve and sign up by click-ing on the Christmas Eve Services banner on the home page of our website (wwwAsburylvorg) Next week we will conclude our Advent series of sermons ldquoThe Carols of Christmasrdquo In week four of Advent we will look at the carol ldquoHark the Herald Angels Singrdquo This is one of the deepest and richest Christmas carols and it was written by Charles Wesley in 1739 The carol includes references to a number of the Messianic prophecies point-ing to the birth of the Messiah The song is also rich in theological themes of what Christ did for us in order for us to have salvation

The Jubilation Ringers amp Calvary Men Singers will present Impressions of Christmasrdquo (A Worship Experience on the True Meaning of Christmas) on Sunday 1214 at 400 PM

in the Sanctuary (Snow date is Sunday 1221) Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door

Asbury Spiritwear is a great holiday gift option

Spiritwear will be available for purchase in the church office

Monday through Friday from 800 AM to 400 PM

Adult T-Shirts $10

Youth T-Shirts $8

Sweatshirts $20

Polo Shirts $20 Magnets $4

From Pastor Eric

RADICAL HOSPITALITY CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND CARE

For those who are sick or in the hospital Lord we ask your mercy and healing for all those currently hos-pitalized or recently discharged especially Jim Fullton Ellen Przybylski Ted Phillips Kurt Kinzel amp Shirley Baxter We ask you to have mercy on all those in pain both physical and men-tal and grant them your peace

For those who mourn

Lord we ask comfort for all who mourn the loss of loved ones Reassure them of your unending mercy and eternal love

For those who need your special help

Lord we affirm that your power is infinite and that you love us all like a devoted parent Gratefully acknowledging your love and mercy toward us we lift up these people for your care The Williams family asks for protection and strength as Allen who is in the Air Force begins his tour in Afghanistan Wendy Wright asks healing for a family member Anthony Martino who was recently diagnosed with cancer Anita Quayle asks for comfort strength and healing for her friend Louise as she be-gins chemotherapy Matt Walczer asks for wisdom and guid-ance for all students now engaged in completing finals and term papers Healing for Debbie Zavaglia who suffered a con-cussion on Thanksgiving

For our congregation Calm our busy minds this Christmas season Lord and remind us to spend time with you Help all those frazzled by the sea-son to find that peace offered by Jesus

For the world its people and its leaders We ask that discernment be given to all leaders around the world so that they focus on peace and freedom

With thanksgiving for our joys We celebrate the following joys Ruth Search gives thanks to all who helped her and for all your prayers Thank you for granting us all blessings of love peace and hope Thank you for the joyful blessing of family

For our children We thank you for the blessing of children who teach grownups to slow down open up and laugh more often

For the missions we support Lord we ask your blessing upon Haiti Partners It is a ministry which is helping to change Haiti through education This school year more than 1100 children are enrolled in the Childrenrsquos Academy and 47 graduates are beginning seminary Through ministries like Haiti Partners Haiti is moving from being known as the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere to being an example of change innovation and resourcefulness

PRAYERS OF OUR CONGREGATION Loving God help us remember the birth of Jesus that we may share in the song of the angels

the gladness of the shepherds and worship of the wise men ~ Robert Louis Stevenson

GREETER SCHEDULER NEEDED Asbury is in search of a volunteer to schedule the Sunday morning greeters The job takes an hour or two once a month and can be done from home Computer skills are helpful but not required Contact Laurie Wallace Theisen (610-398-2577 or ltheisenasburylvorg) for more information

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED We are in need of some additional drivers to continue this ministry on Sunday mornings especially for the following dates January 11 February 15 March 8 and March 29 If you are interested or need more information please contact Suzanne Weida in the church office (610-398-2577 or sweidaasburylvorg)

ALTAR FLOWERS FOR 2015 The sign-up chart to sponsor altar flowers for 2015 is now posted across from Room 218 on the upper level Please add your name and phone number next to the date that you wish to sponsor and you will be contacted prior to that date for your dedication The cost for sponsorship is $4500 for the two altar vases

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS are available in the Community Room for families that have lost a loved one this past year The Parish Health Ministry invites anyone interested to take one either for your own use or to give to someone you know who is having a difficult time during the holidays

STAMP MINISTRY As you open your Christmas cards this year please remember to save the stamps for Asburyrsquos Stamp Ministry a mission program of the UMW Cut out the stamp leaving at least frac14rdquo border and drop them in any of the collection containers throughout the building Do not cut too close or paper clip the stamps For more information contact Jan Kuhns (610-965-9262)

SALEM THRIFT SHOP CLOSING

ASBURY IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR THE SALEM THRIFT SHOP THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSING

ON DECEMBER 31 2014

PEP CLUB (People Enjoying People) will meet on Friday 1219 at 1130 AM for their Christmas Luncheon The Board will provide soup and beverages Attendees whose last names begin with A-M are asked to bring salads and those whose begin with N-Z should bring desserts A musical program will be presented by Glenn K Paul All senior (50+) adults are welcome to attend the meeting in Fellowship Hall

A REMINDER TO UMW MEMBERS If you made a pledge to the UMW and have not sent it in yet please prayerfully consider meeting that pledge by 121514 Send your check to Barb Grieble 4776 Hilton Road Schnecksville PA 18078 or turn in to Suzanne in the church office

WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY This study is especially for those who would like an introduction to studying the Bible and for anyone who wishes they knew more about the Bible We will meet for 6 weeks from 17 to 211 from 700 to 830 PM and will discuss the first 18 chapters of the Gospel of John by doing 3 chapters each week Well meet 48 to look at Chapters 19-21 after the church-wide Lenten study and celebrating Easter Feel free to come whenever you are able Reading the Bible ahead of time is recommended but not required Check the weekly calendar for the room assignment

Holiday Deadlines for Worship Bulletin For 1221 amp 1224mdashMonday 1215 (800 AM)

For 1228 mdashMonday 1222 (800 AM) For 14mdashMonday 1229 (800 AM)

Holiday Deadlines for ldquoThe Vinerdquo For 1226mdashMonday 1222 (800 AM) For 1231mdashMonday 1229 (800 AM)

INTENTIONAL FAITH DEVELOPMENT RISK-TAKING MISSION

AND SERVICE

Childrenrsquos Sunday School

Staffed child care is available each week for Infants through Age 2 in Room 223 On 1214 our 4th amp 5th Grade students will ldquowraprdquo up the Holiday Gift Box Project During Sunday School children will place items that have been so generously donated by our congregation in wrapped shoe boxes along with a handmade card and the story of the first Christmas These boxes will be delivered to the Sixth Street Shelter and Everlasting Life Church in Allentown who will distribute the gifts to girls and boys in our neighboring community While this project appears simple in nature it truly captures the hope love and joy of this holiday season Thank you to all who have supported this yearrsquos Holiday Gift Box project

Childrenrsquos Activities

JAM (Asburyrsquos 4th amp 5th Grade Junior Youth Group) will take place at Asbury on 1214 from 630 to 800 PM Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Kidsrsquo Club will sponsor ldquoA Night in Bethlehemrdquo on Friday 1219 from 600 to 800 PM All children Age 4 through 5th Grade are invited to join us for dinner Christmas games and a reading of the Christmas Story Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Contact Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries for information on all Childrenrsquos Ministries

activities amp opportunities (punrathasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped with our Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser - to everyone who attended the youth and adults who helped and especially to Charley Myers for serving as head chef once again

Our next Potluck Dinner is for all youth family members on Sunday 12 21 at 600 PM in Fellowship Hall Even if youre not able to bring something along please come as we fellowship over a meal

Wersquore posting 25 thoughts for the 25 days of December up through Christmas Day on our social media accounts Check our Facebook page or Twitter feed each day ndash there are no accounts required for either to access our pagefeed We hope these help you as you prepare to celebrate the coming of our Savior

In Middle School Sunday School this week wersquoll continue our study of the Christmas story ldquoSo You Think You Know Christmasrdquo with a discussion on the Christmas carol ldquoO Come All Ye Faithfulrdquo Are we celebrating the birth of the King the way those in the Christmas story did In Youth Group this week we are continuing our 3-week Christmas series ldquoReel Christmasrdquo Each week wersquoll check out a scene from a Christmas movie and talk about how it relates to the Christmas story of the Bible This weeks film is ldquoHome AlonerdquoAHHHHHHHHHH (Parents donrsquot worry ndash everything in the clips will be church-appropriate)

Not sure if an event will take place because of winter weather Visit wwwasburyymorg or check our Facebook page or Twitter feed (no accounts required for either)

Visit wwwasburyymorgcalendar to see the full year calendar and for instructions on how to sync our calendar with yours Also if you donrsquot already like us on Facebook (httpswwwfacebookcomAsburyYouthMinistries) and be sure to follow us on Twitter (asburyyouthmin)

Contact Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries for information on all

Youth Ministries activities amp opportunities (aforneyasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A few notes from the Financial $ecretary

$ We will be closing the books for 2014 on January 5 2015 Contributions marked 2014 received after January 5 will be credited to 2015 Please indicate your enve-lope number on all correspondence Please do not put contributions for different years on the same check ndash each year must be deposited separately

$$ Remember you can now make contributions to Asbury directly through our website or by submitting an authorization for direct debit to the church office Call the office if you need more information about this

$$$ Anyone desiring to make stock contributions or prepaid contributions for 2015 prior to the end of 2014 should contact me for instructions

Suzanne Weida (610-398-2577 or sweidaasburylvorg)

EXTRAVAGANT

GENEROSITY

C H A N G E F O R C H A N G E is designated to help the Cherokee people of Cookson Hills OK fund their Firewood Ministry This project not only provides firewood for warmth and cooking during the winter months but creates employment opportunities for reservation residents to gather and cut the firewood Please place your contributions in the containers at the rear of the Sanctuary or in the Wesley Center

JEWELS OF HOPE

AIM will be selling Jewels of Hope in the Community Room between services on 1214 amp 1221 This jewelry will make a special Christmas gift and is always very popular Shop early for the best selection of necklaces bracelets earrings and key rings

CAN YOU HELP Volunteers are needed by Everlasting Life Ministries to help with a Christmas Dinner on Saturday 1220 at Bethany E C Church 224 N 6th St Allentown Needed are servers fresh or frozen turkeys baked goods fresh fruit canned goods paper products andor cash donations If you can help please call their office (610-776-4009) for drop-off times or to volunteer This ministry is one that we support through Asbury In Mission (AIM)

Consider making a gift to the Asbury Endowment Fund in memory of a family member or special friend Feel free to discuss with Pastor Eric Tom Gibson or John Chappelear any questions that you may have in this regard

Ou

r Sta

ff Eric Yeakel Pastor eyeakelasburylvorg

Glenn Asquith Director of Congregational Care gasquithasburylvorg

Laurie Wallace Theisen Director of Lay Ministries ltheisenasburylvorg

Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries punrathasburylvorg

Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries

amp Leader of Open Door Worship Band aforneyasburylvorg

Karen Bowermaster Director of PreSchool preschoolasburylvorg

amp Director of PlayDays playdaysasburylvorg

Cristina Lenner Director of Communications clennerasburylvorg

Tom Gibson Business Administrator tgibsonasburylvorg

Larry Hein Head Custodian lheinasburylvorg

WEE

KLY

CA

LEN

DAR

Hospitality Corner Even if someone is ldquoonly visitingrdquo for

a special occasion such as Christmas

events and services we should offer

the same level of welcome as we do for church members

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Larry Hein Larry Hein has been the Head Custodian since 2003 His favorite part of the job is being around the great people and helping Asbury members amp staff A funny thing that hap-pened was that one summer his assistant custodians got the riding lawn mower stuck in the creek twice in one day Larry is married to Karen and has two daughters Tiffany amp Amber In his spare time he loves spending time with his grandson Tyler He also enjoys board games and does greyhound rescue His favorite ice cream flavor is French vanilla and he prefers the forest to the city mountains or beach His secret talent was that he used to sing in a choir

Sunday December 14 Wednesday December 17 (continued)

800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary 600 pm Christmas Eve Rehearsal - Sanctuary

915 am Gods Rainbow - 200 700 pm Sermon Series Small Group - 202

930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary 700 pm SPRC - Aldersgate

930 am Sunday School All Ages 710 pm Youth Choir - 106

1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217 800 pm Apostle Ringers - 206

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary Thursday December 18

100 pm Church of God - 106108 730 am Mens Bible Study - Aldersgate

200 pm Cub Scout Pack 12 - 215 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

400 pm Jubilation Ringers Concert - Sanctuary 600 pm Daisy Troop 6401 - 104

600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC 600 pm Open Door Rehearsal - WC

600 pm Disciple Class - 217 700 pm NARANON - 108

630 pm JAM - 106 730 pm Adult Choir - 102

630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

Friday December 19

Monday December 15 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

500 pm AFC Basketball - WC 1130 am PEP Club - FH

630 pm Girl Scouts - 108 100 pm AA (Open) - 108

630 pm Sr High Girls - Offsite 600 pm Kids Club - WCFH104106108

700 pm Boy Scout Troop 12 - FH106 630 pm Pack 12 Den Mtgs - 205209211215

700 pm Finance Committee - Aldersgate

700 pm Jubilation Ringers - 206 Saturday December 20

730 pm Praise Band - Sanctuary 1000 am Church of God - 106108

400 pm Church of God Concert - FH

Tuesday December 16

1100 am Advent Small Group - 108 Sunday December 21

1230 pm Program Staff Meeting - Aldersgate 800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary

530 pm Dancing Stars Ballet Class - FH 915 am Gods Rainbow - 200

700 pm AIM - 106 930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary

700 pm Asbury Volleyball - WC 930 am Sunday School All Ages

730 pm OA - 204 1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

Wednesday December 17 1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary

900 am Prayer Group - 231 1100 am Youth Sunday School Class - YL

1030 am Wednesday Bible Study - 108 100 pm Church of God - 106108

100 pm AA (Open) - 108 600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC

530 pm Garden of Eatin Dinner - WC 600 pm Youth Dinner - FH

540 pm Faith Ringers - 206 630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

600 pm Sr High Guys - YL

RADICAL HOSPITALITY CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND CARE

For those who are sick or in the hospital Lord we ask your mercy and healing for all those currently hos-pitalized or recently discharged especially Jim Fullton Ellen Przybylski Ted Phillips Kurt Kinzel amp Shirley Baxter We ask you to have mercy on all those in pain both physical and men-tal and grant them your peace

For those who mourn

Lord we ask comfort for all who mourn the loss of loved ones Reassure them of your unending mercy and eternal love

For those who need your special help

Lord we affirm that your power is infinite and that you love us all like a devoted parent Gratefully acknowledging your love and mercy toward us we lift up these people for your care The Williams family asks for protection and strength as Allen who is in the Air Force begins his tour in Afghanistan Wendy Wright asks healing for a family member Anthony Martino who was recently diagnosed with cancer Anita Quayle asks for comfort strength and healing for her friend Louise as she be-gins chemotherapy Matt Walczer asks for wisdom and guid-ance for all students now engaged in completing finals and term papers Healing for Debbie Zavaglia who suffered a con-cussion on Thanksgiving

For our congregation Calm our busy minds this Christmas season Lord and remind us to spend time with you Help all those frazzled by the sea-son to find that peace offered by Jesus

For the world its people and its leaders We ask that discernment be given to all leaders around the world so that they focus on peace and freedom

With thanksgiving for our joys We celebrate the following joys Ruth Search gives thanks to all who helped her and for all your prayers Thank you for granting us all blessings of love peace and hope Thank you for the joyful blessing of family

For our children We thank you for the blessing of children who teach grownups to slow down open up and laugh more often

For the missions we support Lord we ask your blessing upon Haiti Partners It is a ministry which is helping to change Haiti through education This school year more than 1100 children are enrolled in the Childrenrsquos Academy and 47 graduates are beginning seminary Through ministries like Haiti Partners Haiti is moving from being known as the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere to being an example of change innovation and resourcefulness

PRAYERS OF OUR CONGREGATION Loving God help us remember the birth of Jesus that we may share in the song of the angels

the gladness of the shepherds and worship of the wise men ~ Robert Louis Stevenson

GREETER SCHEDULER NEEDED Asbury is in search of a volunteer to schedule the Sunday morning greeters The job takes an hour or two once a month and can be done from home Computer skills are helpful but not required Contact Laurie Wallace Theisen (610-398-2577 or ltheisenasburylvorg) for more information

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED We are in need of some additional drivers to continue this ministry on Sunday mornings especially for the following dates January 11 February 15 March 8 and March 29 If you are interested or need more information please contact Suzanne Weida in the church office (610-398-2577 or sweidaasburylvorg)

ALTAR FLOWERS FOR 2015 The sign-up chart to sponsor altar flowers for 2015 is now posted across from Room 218 on the upper level Please add your name and phone number next to the date that you wish to sponsor and you will be contacted prior to that date for your dedication The cost for sponsorship is $4500 for the two altar vases

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS are available in the Community Room for families that have lost a loved one this past year The Parish Health Ministry invites anyone interested to take one either for your own use or to give to someone you know who is having a difficult time during the holidays

STAMP MINISTRY As you open your Christmas cards this year please remember to save the stamps for Asburyrsquos Stamp Ministry a mission program of the UMW Cut out the stamp leaving at least frac14rdquo border and drop them in any of the collection containers throughout the building Do not cut too close or paper clip the stamps For more information contact Jan Kuhns (610-965-9262)

SALEM THRIFT SHOP CLOSING

ASBURY IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR THE SALEM THRIFT SHOP THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSING

ON DECEMBER 31 2014

PEP CLUB (People Enjoying People) will meet on Friday 1219 at 1130 AM for their Christmas Luncheon The Board will provide soup and beverages Attendees whose last names begin with A-M are asked to bring salads and those whose begin with N-Z should bring desserts A musical program will be presented by Glenn K Paul All senior (50+) adults are welcome to attend the meeting in Fellowship Hall

A REMINDER TO UMW MEMBERS If you made a pledge to the UMW and have not sent it in yet please prayerfully consider meeting that pledge by 121514 Send your check to Barb Grieble 4776 Hilton Road Schnecksville PA 18078 or turn in to Suzanne in the church office

WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY This study is especially for those who would like an introduction to studying the Bible and for anyone who wishes they knew more about the Bible We will meet for 6 weeks from 17 to 211 from 700 to 830 PM and will discuss the first 18 chapters of the Gospel of John by doing 3 chapters each week Well meet 48 to look at Chapters 19-21 after the church-wide Lenten study and celebrating Easter Feel free to come whenever you are able Reading the Bible ahead of time is recommended but not required Check the weekly calendar for the room assignment

Holiday Deadlines for Worship Bulletin For 1221 amp 1224mdashMonday 1215 (800 AM)

For 1228 mdashMonday 1222 (800 AM) For 14mdashMonday 1229 (800 AM)

Holiday Deadlines for ldquoThe Vinerdquo For 1226mdashMonday 1222 (800 AM) For 1231mdashMonday 1229 (800 AM)

INTENTIONAL FAITH DEVELOPMENT RISK-TAKING MISSION

AND SERVICE

Childrenrsquos Sunday School

Staffed child care is available each week for Infants through Age 2 in Room 223 On 1214 our 4th amp 5th Grade students will ldquowraprdquo up the Holiday Gift Box Project During Sunday School children will place items that have been so generously donated by our congregation in wrapped shoe boxes along with a handmade card and the story of the first Christmas These boxes will be delivered to the Sixth Street Shelter and Everlasting Life Church in Allentown who will distribute the gifts to girls and boys in our neighboring community While this project appears simple in nature it truly captures the hope love and joy of this holiday season Thank you to all who have supported this yearrsquos Holiday Gift Box project

Childrenrsquos Activities

JAM (Asburyrsquos 4th amp 5th Grade Junior Youth Group) will take place at Asbury on 1214 from 630 to 800 PM Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Kidsrsquo Club will sponsor ldquoA Night in Bethlehemrdquo on Friday 1219 from 600 to 800 PM All children Age 4 through 5th Grade are invited to join us for dinner Christmas games and a reading of the Christmas Story Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Contact Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries for information on all Childrenrsquos Ministries

activities amp opportunities (punrathasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped with our Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser - to everyone who attended the youth and adults who helped and especially to Charley Myers for serving as head chef once again

Our next Potluck Dinner is for all youth family members on Sunday 12 21 at 600 PM in Fellowship Hall Even if youre not able to bring something along please come as we fellowship over a meal

Wersquore posting 25 thoughts for the 25 days of December up through Christmas Day on our social media accounts Check our Facebook page or Twitter feed each day ndash there are no accounts required for either to access our pagefeed We hope these help you as you prepare to celebrate the coming of our Savior

In Middle School Sunday School this week wersquoll continue our study of the Christmas story ldquoSo You Think You Know Christmasrdquo with a discussion on the Christmas carol ldquoO Come All Ye Faithfulrdquo Are we celebrating the birth of the King the way those in the Christmas story did In Youth Group this week we are continuing our 3-week Christmas series ldquoReel Christmasrdquo Each week wersquoll check out a scene from a Christmas movie and talk about how it relates to the Christmas story of the Bible This weeks film is ldquoHome AlonerdquoAHHHHHHHHHH (Parents donrsquot worry ndash everything in the clips will be church-appropriate)

Not sure if an event will take place because of winter weather Visit wwwasburyymorg or check our Facebook page or Twitter feed (no accounts required for either)

Visit wwwasburyymorgcalendar to see the full year calendar and for instructions on how to sync our calendar with yours Also if you donrsquot already like us on Facebook (httpswwwfacebookcomAsburyYouthMinistries) and be sure to follow us on Twitter (asburyyouthmin)

Contact Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries for information on all

Youth Ministries activities amp opportunities (aforneyasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A few notes from the Financial $ecretary

$ We will be closing the books for 2014 on January 5 2015 Contributions marked 2014 received after January 5 will be credited to 2015 Please indicate your enve-lope number on all correspondence Please do not put contributions for different years on the same check ndash each year must be deposited separately

$$ Remember you can now make contributions to Asbury directly through our website or by submitting an authorization for direct debit to the church office Call the office if you need more information about this

$$$ Anyone desiring to make stock contributions or prepaid contributions for 2015 prior to the end of 2014 should contact me for instructions

Suzanne Weida (610-398-2577 or sweidaasburylvorg)

EXTRAVAGANT

GENEROSITY

C H A N G E F O R C H A N G E is designated to help the Cherokee people of Cookson Hills OK fund their Firewood Ministry This project not only provides firewood for warmth and cooking during the winter months but creates employment opportunities for reservation residents to gather and cut the firewood Please place your contributions in the containers at the rear of the Sanctuary or in the Wesley Center

JEWELS OF HOPE

AIM will be selling Jewels of Hope in the Community Room between services on 1214 amp 1221 This jewelry will make a special Christmas gift and is always very popular Shop early for the best selection of necklaces bracelets earrings and key rings

CAN YOU HELP Volunteers are needed by Everlasting Life Ministries to help with a Christmas Dinner on Saturday 1220 at Bethany E C Church 224 N 6th St Allentown Needed are servers fresh or frozen turkeys baked goods fresh fruit canned goods paper products andor cash donations If you can help please call their office (610-776-4009) for drop-off times or to volunteer This ministry is one that we support through Asbury In Mission (AIM)

Consider making a gift to the Asbury Endowment Fund in memory of a family member or special friend Feel free to discuss with Pastor Eric Tom Gibson or John Chappelear any questions that you may have in this regard

Ou

r Sta

ff Eric Yeakel Pastor eyeakelasburylvorg

Glenn Asquith Director of Congregational Care gasquithasburylvorg

Laurie Wallace Theisen Director of Lay Ministries ltheisenasburylvorg

Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries punrathasburylvorg

Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries

amp Leader of Open Door Worship Band aforneyasburylvorg

Karen Bowermaster Director of PreSchool preschoolasburylvorg

amp Director of PlayDays playdaysasburylvorg

Cristina Lenner Director of Communications clennerasburylvorg

Tom Gibson Business Administrator tgibsonasburylvorg

Larry Hein Head Custodian lheinasburylvorg

WEE

KLY

CA

LEN

DAR

Hospitality Corner Even if someone is ldquoonly visitingrdquo for

a special occasion such as Christmas

events and services we should offer

the same level of welcome as we do for church members

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Larry Hein Larry Hein has been the Head Custodian since 2003 His favorite part of the job is being around the great people and helping Asbury members amp staff A funny thing that hap-pened was that one summer his assistant custodians got the riding lawn mower stuck in the creek twice in one day Larry is married to Karen and has two daughters Tiffany amp Amber In his spare time he loves spending time with his grandson Tyler He also enjoys board games and does greyhound rescue His favorite ice cream flavor is French vanilla and he prefers the forest to the city mountains or beach His secret talent was that he used to sing in a choir

Sunday December 14 Wednesday December 17 (continued)

800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary 600 pm Christmas Eve Rehearsal - Sanctuary

915 am Gods Rainbow - 200 700 pm Sermon Series Small Group - 202

930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary 700 pm SPRC - Aldersgate

930 am Sunday School All Ages 710 pm Youth Choir - 106

1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217 800 pm Apostle Ringers - 206

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary Thursday December 18

100 pm Church of God - 106108 730 am Mens Bible Study - Aldersgate

200 pm Cub Scout Pack 12 - 215 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

400 pm Jubilation Ringers Concert - Sanctuary 600 pm Daisy Troop 6401 - 104

600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC 600 pm Open Door Rehearsal - WC

600 pm Disciple Class - 217 700 pm NARANON - 108

630 pm JAM - 106 730 pm Adult Choir - 102

630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

Friday December 19

Monday December 15 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

500 pm AFC Basketball - WC 1130 am PEP Club - FH

630 pm Girl Scouts - 108 100 pm AA (Open) - 108

630 pm Sr High Girls - Offsite 600 pm Kids Club - WCFH104106108

700 pm Boy Scout Troop 12 - FH106 630 pm Pack 12 Den Mtgs - 205209211215

700 pm Finance Committee - Aldersgate

700 pm Jubilation Ringers - 206 Saturday December 20

730 pm Praise Band - Sanctuary 1000 am Church of God - 106108

400 pm Church of God Concert - FH

Tuesday December 16

1100 am Advent Small Group - 108 Sunday December 21

1230 pm Program Staff Meeting - Aldersgate 800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary

530 pm Dancing Stars Ballet Class - FH 915 am Gods Rainbow - 200

700 pm AIM - 106 930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary

700 pm Asbury Volleyball - WC 930 am Sunday School All Ages

730 pm OA - 204 1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

Wednesday December 17 1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary

900 am Prayer Group - 231 1100 am Youth Sunday School Class - YL

1030 am Wednesday Bible Study - 108 100 pm Church of God - 106108

100 pm AA (Open) - 108 600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC

530 pm Garden of Eatin Dinner - WC 600 pm Youth Dinner - FH

540 pm Faith Ringers - 206 630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

600 pm Sr High Guys - YL

INTENTIONAL FAITH DEVELOPMENT RISK-TAKING MISSION

AND SERVICE

Childrenrsquos Sunday School

Staffed child care is available each week for Infants through Age 2 in Room 223 On 1214 our 4th amp 5th Grade students will ldquowraprdquo up the Holiday Gift Box Project During Sunday School children will place items that have been so generously donated by our congregation in wrapped shoe boxes along with a handmade card and the story of the first Christmas These boxes will be delivered to the Sixth Street Shelter and Everlasting Life Church in Allentown who will distribute the gifts to girls and boys in our neighboring community While this project appears simple in nature it truly captures the hope love and joy of this holiday season Thank you to all who have supported this yearrsquos Holiday Gift Box project

Childrenrsquos Activities

JAM (Asburyrsquos 4th amp 5th Grade Junior Youth Group) will take place at Asbury on 1214 from 630 to 800 PM Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Kidsrsquo Club will sponsor ldquoA Night in Bethlehemrdquo on Friday 1219 from 600 to 800 PM All children Age 4 through 5th Grade are invited to join us for dinner Christmas games and a reading of the Christmas Story Please RSVP to Pam Unrath

Contact Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries for information on all Childrenrsquos Ministries

activities amp opportunities (punrathasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped with our Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser - to everyone who attended the youth and adults who helped and especially to Charley Myers for serving as head chef once again

Our next Potluck Dinner is for all youth family members on Sunday 12 21 at 600 PM in Fellowship Hall Even if youre not able to bring something along please come as we fellowship over a meal

Wersquore posting 25 thoughts for the 25 days of December up through Christmas Day on our social media accounts Check our Facebook page or Twitter feed each day ndash there are no accounts required for either to access our pagefeed We hope these help you as you prepare to celebrate the coming of our Savior

In Middle School Sunday School this week wersquoll continue our study of the Christmas story ldquoSo You Think You Know Christmasrdquo with a discussion on the Christmas carol ldquoO Come All Ye Faithfulrdquo Are we celebrating the birth of the King the way those in the Christmas story did In Youth Group this week we are continuing our 3-week Christmas series ldquoReel Christmasrdquo Each week wersquoll check out a scene from a Christmas movie and talk about how it relates to the Christmas story of the Bible This weeks film is ldquoHome AlonerdquoAHHHHHHHHHH (Parents donrsquot worry ndash everything in the clips will be church-appropriate)

Not sure if an event will take place because of winter weather Visit wwwasburyymorg or check our Facebook page or Twitter feed (no accounts required for either)

Visit wwwasburyymorgcalendar to see the full year calendar and for instructions on how to sync our calendar with yours Also if you donrsquot already like us on Facebook (httpswwwfacebookcomAsburyYouthMinistries) and be sure to follow us on Twitter (asburyyouthmin)

Contact Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries for information on all

Youth Ministries activities amp opportunities (aforneyasburylvorg or 610-398-2577)

A few notes from the Financial $ecretary

$ We will be closing the books for 2014 on January 5 2015 Contributions marked 2014 received after January 5 will be credited to 2015 Please indicate your enve-lope number on all correspondence Please do not put contributions for different years on the same check ndash each year must be deposited separately

$$ Remember you can now make contributions to Asbury directly through our website or by submitting an authorization for direct debit to the church office Call the office if you need more information about this

$$$ Anyone desiring to make stock contributions or prepaid contributions for 2015 prior to the end of 2014 should contact me for instructions

Suzanne Weida (610-398-2577 or sweidaasburylvorg)

EXTRAVAGANT

GENEROSITY

C H A N G E F O R C H A N G E is designated to help the Cherokee people of Cookson Hills OK fund their Firewood Ministry This project not only provides firewood for warmth and cooking during the winter months but creates employment opportunities for reservation residents to gather and cut the firewood Please place your contributions in the containers at the rear of the Sanctuary or in the Wesley Center

JEWELS OF HOPE

AIM will be selling Jewels of Hope in the Community Room between services on 1214 amp 1221 This jewelry will make a special Christmas gift and is always very popular Shop early for the best selection of necklaces bracelets earrings and key rings

CAN YOU HELP Volunteers are needed by Everlasting Life Ministries to help with a Christmas Dinner on Saturday 1220 at Bethany E C Church 224 N 6th St Allentown Needed are servers fresh or frozen turkeys baked goods fresh fruit canned goods paper products andor cash donations If you can help please call their office (610-776-4009) for drop-off times or to volunteer This ministry is one that we support through Asbury In Mission (AIM)

Consider making a gift to the Asbury Endowment Fund in memory of a family member or special friend Feel free to discuss with Pastor Eric Tom Gibson or John Chappelear any questions that you may have in this regard

Ou

r Sta

ff Eric Yeakel Pastor eyeakelasburylvorg

Glenn Asquith Director of Congregational Care gasquithasburylvorg

Laurie Wallace Theisen Director of Lay Ministries ltheisenasburylvorg

Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries punrathasburylvorg

Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries

amp Leader of Open Door Worship Band aforneyasburylvorg

Karen Bowermaster Director of PreSchool preschoolasburylvorg

amp Director of PlayDays playdaysasburylvorg

Cristina Lenner Director of Communications clennerasburylvorg

Tom Gibson Business Administrator tgibsonasburylvorg

Larry Hein Head Custodian lheinasburylvorg

WEE

KLY

CA

LEN

DAR

Hospitality Corner Even if someone is ldquoonly visitingrdquo for

a special occasion such as Christmas

events and services we should offer

the same level of welcome as we do for church members

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Larry Hein Larry Hein has been the Head Custodian since 2003 His favorite part of the job is being around the great people and helping Asbury members amp staff A funny thing that hap-pened was that one summer his assistant custodians got the riding lawn mower stuck in the creek twice in one day Larry is married to Karen and has two daughters Tiffany amp Amber In his spare time he loves spending time with his grandson Tyler He also enjoys board games and does greyhound rescue His favorite ice cream flavor is French vanilla and he prefers the forest to the city mountains or beach His secret talent was that he used to sing in a choir

Sunday December 14 Wednesday December 17 (continued)

800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary 600 pm Christmas Eve Rehearsal - Sanctuary

915 am Gods Rainbow - 200 700 pm Sermon Series Small Group - 202

930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary 700 pm SPRC - Aldersgate

930 am Sunday School All Ages 710 pm Youth Choir - 106

1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217 800 pm Apostle Ringers - 206

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary Thursday December 18

100 pm Church of God - 106108 730 am Mens Bible Study - Aldersgate

200 pm Cub Scout Pack 12 - 215 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

400 pm Jubilation Ringers Concert - Sanctuary 600 pm Daisy Troop 6401 - 104

600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC 600 pm Open Door Rehearsal - WC

600 pm Disciple Class - 217 700 pm NARANON - 108

630 pm JAM - 106 730 pm Adult Choir - 102

630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

Friday December 19

Monday December 15 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

500 pm AFC Basketball - WC 1130 am PEP Club - FH

630 pm Girl Scouts - 108 100 pm AA (Open) - 108

630 pm Sr High Girls - Offsite 600 pm Kids Club - WCFH104106108

700 pm Boy Scout Troop 12 - FH106 630 pm Pack 12 Den Mtgs - 205209211215

700 pm Finance Committee - Aldersgate

700 pm Jubilation Ringers - 206 Saturday December 20

730 pm Praise Band - Sanctuary 1000 am Church of God - 106108

400 pm Church of God Concert - FH

Tuesday December 16

1100 am Advent Small Group - 108 Sunday December 21

1230 pm Program Staff Meeting - Aldersgate 800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary

530 pm Dancing Stars Ballet Class - FH 915 am Gods Rainbow - 200

700 pm AIM - 106 930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary

700 pm Asbury Volleyball - WC 930 am Sunday School All Ages

730 pm OA - 204 1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

Wednesday December 17 1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary

900 am Prayer Group - 231 1100 am Youth Sunday School Class - YL

1030 am Wednesday Bible Study - 108 100 pm Church of God - 106108

100 pm AA (Open) - 108 600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC

530 pm Garden of Eatin Dinner - WC 600 pm Youth Dinner - FH

540 pm Faith Ringers - 206 630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

600 pm Sr High Guys - YL

Ou

r Sta

ff Eric Yeakel Pastor eyeakelasburylvorg

Glenn Asquith Director of Congregational Care gasquithasburylvorg

Laurie Wallace Theisen Director of Lay Ministries ltheisenasburylvorg

Pam Unrath Director of Childrenrsquos Ministries punrathasburylvorg

Aaron Forney Director of Youth Ministries

amp Leader of Open Door Worship Band aforneyasburylvorg

Karen Bowermaster Director of PreSchool preschoolasburylvorg

amp Director of PlayDays playdaysasburylvorg

Cristina Lenner Director of Communications clennerasburylvorg

Tom Gibson Business Administrator tgibsonasburylvorg

Larry Hein Head Custodian lheinasburylvorg

WEE

KLY

CA

LEN

DAR

Hospitality Corner Even if someone is ldquoonly visitingrdquo for

a special occasion such as Christmas

events and services we should offer

the same level of welcome as we do for church members

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Larry Hein Larry Hein has been the Head Custodian since 2003 His favorite part of the job is being around the great people and helping Asbury members amp staff A funny thing that hap-pened was that one summer his assistant custodians got the riding lawn mower stuck in the creek twice in one day Larry is married to Karen and has two daughters Tiffany amp Amber In his spare time he loves spending time with his grandson Tyler He also enjoys board games and does greyhound rescue His favorite ice cream flavor is French vanilla and he prefers the forest to the city mountains or beach His secret talent was that he used to sing in a choir

Sunday December 14 Wednesday December 17 (continued)

800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary 600 pm Christmas Eve Rehearsal - Sanctuary

915 am Gods Rainbow - 200 700 pm Sermon Series Small Group - 202

930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary 700 pm SPRC - Aldersgate

930 am Sunday School All Ages 710 pm Youth Choir - 106

1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217 800 pm Apostle Ringers - 206

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary Thursday December 18

100 pm Church of God - 106108 730 am Mens Bible Study - Aldersgate

200 pm Cub Scout Pack 12 - 215 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

400 pm Jubilation Ringers Concert - Sanctuary 600 pm Daisy Troop 6401 - 104

600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC 600 pm Open Door Rehearsal - WC

600 pm Disciple Class - 217 700 pm NARANON - 108

630 pm JAM - 106 730 pm Adult Choir - 102

630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

Friday December 19

Monday December 15 900 am Preschool Christmas Program - Sanctuary

500 pm AFC Basketball - WC 1130 am PEP Club - FH

630 pm Girl Scouts - 108 100 pm AA (Open) - 108

630 pm Sr High Girls - Offsite 600 pm Kids Club - WCFH104106108

700 pm Boy Scout Troop 12 - FH106 630 pm Pack 12 Den Mtgs - 205209211215

700 pm Finance Committee - Aldersgate

700 pm Jubilation Ringers - 206 Saturday December 20

730 pm Praise Band - Sanctuary 1000 am Church of God - 106108

400 pm Church of God Concert - FH

Tuesday December 16

1100 am Advent Small Group - 108 Sunday December 21

1230 pm Program Staff Meeting - Aldersgate 800 am Heritage Worship - Sanctuary

530 pm Dancing Stars Ballet Class - FH 915 am Gods Rainbow - 200

700 pm AIM - 106 930 am Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary

700 pm Asbury Volleyball - WC 930 am Sunday School All Ages

730 pm OA - 204 1045 am Revelation Bible Study - 217

1045 am Open Door Alternative Worship - WC

Wednesday December 17 1100 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary

900 am Prayer Group - 231 1100 am Youth Sunday School Class - YL

1030 am Wednesday Bible Study - 108 100 pm Church of God - 106108

100 pm AA (Open) - 108 600 pm Asbury Basketball - WC

530 pm Garden of Eatin Dinner - WC 600 pm Youth Dinner - FH

540 pm Faith Ringers - 206 630 pm Youth Group - 108YL

600 pm Sr High Guys - YL