A look at Asbury’s Birthday Party in November, Christmas, and a preview about a fourth worship service can be found in the latest issue of Asbury’s magazine! Pick up a copy this Sunday in worship or check it out digitally.
Worshiping Now?
WORSHIP
What if God is closer than we realize? Right now in Traditional and Modern worship we begin a new sermon series: Everyday God, where we’ll explore the sacred presence of God woven into the ordinary rhythms of our lives.
We invite you to slow down, pay attention, and recognize the ways God is already present and at work in your everyday. And when you do notice God on your morning walk, after listening to a devotional, or through an interaction with a stranger, we’d LOVE to hear about it. Shoot us an email or tag us on social @asburybham. Your story could be the inspiration someone else needs to be open to God’s presence.
In Philippians 2, Paul points us to Jesus as the ultimate example of humility. Jesus willingly lowered Himself, giving His life for the sake of others. And then Paul tells us: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.”
In this episode of The Pew, we learn taking the high road doesn’t mean becoming a doormat or ignoring healthy boundaries. It means choosing humility over pride, others over self, and love over being right. The high road may take us downward, but it also transforms us along the way—shaping us into people who look a little more like Jesus.
Watch Asbury’s latest Traditional Worship service, shaped by timeless prayers, powerful creeds, and familiar hymns. Worship in person Sundays at 8:30 or 11:00 a.m. Our 11:00 a.m. service is also live-streamed.
Watch the latest Modern Worship service where you’ll discover God in new ways and be inspired to give Jesus your best. Worship in person Sundays in Williams Chapel or via live-stream at 11:00 a.m.
Written by Asbury’s pastors and scripturally aligned with The Upper Room, Daily Bread Devotionals help you live more for God today than yesterday. Subscribe to listen in email or podcast form.
SERVE
We’re selling pumpkins and raising money for Youth Service Funds that help students participate in RESET trips and activities. No student? No problem! We’d still love your help greeting neighbors and connecting with our community—especially during school hours. Sign up to help!
Our Harvest Patch hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday every day in October. Plus, invite friends and neighbors to Asbury’s Pumpkin Patch every Saturday in October from 10:00 a.m.–noon for family-friendly fun.
Join us Sunday, Oct. 25 from 4–6:00 p.m., join us for Trunk-or-Treat! This year’s event is rain or shine. Expect dozens of decorated trunks, plenty of candy, inflatable games, a train ride, cake walk, ropes course and FREE hot dogs. Our pumpkin patch will also be open on Trunk-or-Treat. Asbury Family: We’d love your help at Trunk or Treat by building a trunk or serving in Hospitality or Set Up/Break Down role.
God has given each of us gifts to share—and Asbury needs people willing to put those gifts to work. We’re inviting members to prayerfully consider serving in lay leadership at Asbury beginning January 1. Whether your gifts are in finance, missions, leadership, people, property, or planning, there’s a place for you to serve.
GROW
From a new Crafting Table (group with folks who love crafting!) to a new Walking Group led by Pastor Margaret, Wednesday Nights are growing! Attend this week (Oct. 14) and begin with dinner by Taco Mama. Reminder: you must register for dinner. Registration opens every Thursday for the upcoming week. Registration closes TUESDAYS at noon.
So you think you want to play the handbells – but you’re not sure you’re qualified? Music Director Nancy Beard says “don’t be so sure!” A beginner handbell choir just started on Thursdays from 10-11:00 a.m. in Room 141. Try it – ability to read music not required. Jump in this week!
Asbury is proud to offer a dementia-friendly chapel service on the first Tuesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. This service–complete with Holy Communion–is open to anyone seeking a casual worship opportunity for loved ones living with a disability.
Step away from the busyness of life and refresh your soul in the beauty of God’s creation at Camp Hargis. Whether you’re exploring retreats for the first time or returning for a familiar experience – all are welcome. Come as you are and experience the gift of God’s goodness, Friday, Oct. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Register.
Get ready for Upward Basketball & Cheerleading! In this faith-based program, K5-sixth graders learn a sport plus knowledge that applies to life: how to give your best effort, how to treat others with respect, and how to work together. All games and practices are held in Asbury’s gym and begin in November. Registration is open!
Middle & high school students: Come hungry, bring your friends, and start planning your costume for RESET’s Halloween Party, Oct. 18 There are costume contests with prizes in several categories, tons of opportunities to score some candy, and Halloween-themed games and activities throughout the night.