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Asbury United Methodist Church
Worship Booklet 1401 CAMDEN AVENUE · SALISBURY, MARYLAND 21801 · 410-749-2131 · WWW.ASBURYWEB.ORG
Sermon Series:
Bread, Bath, and Beyond
Sermon:
Beyond the Boundaries
Scriptures for Next Sunday:
Isaiah 40:21-31; 1 Corinthians 9:16-23; Mark 1:29-39
Music for Next Sunday :
8:00 a.m./EMA Worship: Dr. Michael Stefanek, Organ/Piano
8:45 a.m./CAYR Worship: Praise Band
11:00 a.m./FESTIVE Worship: Vocalists, Dr. Michael Stefanek,
Director/Organ/Piano
We welcome all to worship and thank you for choosing Asbury Church.
Please remember to silence your cell phone.
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Celebrating 242 Years of Ministry at Asbury
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P RAYER LIST Please pray for the families of Connie Bozman, for all families experiencing loss or
illness, and for the following:
Abdullah Almutairi
Norman Anderson
Ron Ardis
Susan Aydelotte
Garrett Bailey
Robin Beattie
Rodney Beebe
Josh and Rachel Birch
Will Bloxom
Howard Bozman
Krista Bozman
Ruth Campbell
Aria Carey
Peg Castagnola
Lauren and Lorie Cataldi
Eric Chatham
Sylvia Chiofolo
Pat Cooper
Shirley Cropper
Sally Dempster
Kathy Donovan
Maria Dornberger
Lauren Doyle
Bill Fulkrod
Tucky Franz
Gary
Henry Gibson
Lisa Gordy
Ron Gordy
John Hall
Wayne Hawkins
Baby Julian & the Helton
Family
Liz Hickman
Beth Hillman
Sue Higgins
Ray Hoffman
Judy Hogan
Joe Hogan
John S. Hough, III
Peggy Hovermale
Steve and Beverly Janso
Missy Johnson
Andi Stover Kennington
Pam Kondoff-Micallef
Fred Lawson
Ric Lawson
Claudia Macauley
Elizabeth Madruga
Marilyn Mann
Carl McIntyre
Baby Owen & the
McPhail-Drollette Family
Karen Meredith
Mezick Family
Milan Milad
Ed Moore
Leslie Nielsen
Al Olinde
Dee Palmatary
Rosamond Panda
Teresa Peters
Jim Plants
Mary Powell
Kara Press
Harry “Hank” Rhodes
Fran Rickman
Heather Rowe
Darin Ruark
Marc Salvador
Leya Schiller
Jason Spence
Sisters of the Spirit
Rev. Lawrence Staton
John Steelman
Esther Stevenson
Tim Stewart
Cathy Stratton
Chloe Tillman
Pheobe Wall
Ozzie Wilkinson
Junior Rodriguez-Zamudio
Penny Ziegler
Unnamed
Active Military
Veterans
Our Schools and Children
Immigrant Families
LGBTQ Friends and Family
Victims of all Violence
Cure for Coronavirus
All who are Lonely
Healthcare Workers
Racial Justice
Faith in a secular world
Servants in Fellowship
Craig Beard, Pam Price and
Family
The Prayer Group at Asbury continues to pray
weekly for the many concerns lifted up to them
confidentially. Please keep this prayer ministry
in your thoughts and consider joining with
them for healing and peace for all. If you need
prayer during the week, please contact Pastor
Tom, Heather or Genevieve at the church, or
Carol Bisker at (410) 749-3563.
Please let us know if prayers are no longer
needed for anyone on the Prayer List. We try to
keep as up-to-date as possible.
January:
Brenda Martin (Chair)
Priscilla Basehart
Connie Boccia
Carolyn Connors
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E ARLY MORNING A SBURY (EMA)
8:00 AM Reflective Worship in the Sanctuary Lay Reader: Sara Lewis
Head Usher: Rick Bisker / Sound: Gary Tyler
Designates your invitation to stand
Prelude In Thee is Gladness Theodore Beck
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Organ
Welcome and Announcements
Celebrating 242 Years of Ministry at Asbury [See insert]
Passing the Peace of Christ
Greeting:
One: Come, and praise God! In the company of the God’s people, let us give thanks to the Lord
our God.
All: Great are the works of God, full of glory and majesty.
One: Our God is gracious and compassionate;
All: our God is merciful and forgiving
One: our God is faithful and trustworthy,
All: our God is just and good.
One: So come, let’s worship God together.
All: God’s praise will last forever!
Apostles’ Creed, No. 882
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus
Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the
Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he
descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is
seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and
the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of
saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.
Amen.
Opening Prayer:
Compassionate God, all creation delights in your presence. May the authority of your
Spirit bring understanding into our minds and truth into our hearts, that we may
praise and serve Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Lesson, Deuteronomy 18:15-20 [Scriptures found on pages 8-9]
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
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Second Lesson, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Musical Reflection Jesus United by Thy Grace Lani Smith
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Piano
Gospel Lesson, Mark 1:21-28
One: This is the Gospel of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Sermon Beyond the Boundaries Pastor Tom Pasmore
Prayers and Concerns
The Lord’s Prayer [See back page]
Offering of Our Gifts
Offertory Be Thou My Vision Joel Raney
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Piano
Presentation Hymn, No. 94
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below:
Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts. Praise Jesus Christ, whose
power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Sending Forth:
One: Jesus is here. The Light of the World. The Alpha and the Omega. The Lord of All. Let us
go and take Christ to the world.
All: Amen.
Postlude Toccata on “Lasst uns erfreuen” Charles Callahan
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Organ
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C OME AS Y OU A RE (CAYR)
8:45 AM Praise and Worship Service in Fellowship Hall Lay Reader: Calvin Peacock
Sound: Fred Webster & Don Sorrenti
Designates your invitation to stand
Welcome and Announcements
Celebrating 242 Years of Ministry at Asbury [See insert]
Passing the Peace of Christ
Opening Songs You Never Let Go Praise Band
Through All of It
First Lesson, Deuteronomy 18:15-20 [Scriptures found on pages 8-9]
Second Lesson, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Children’s Message Heather Harman
Prayers and Concerns Susan Peacock
The Lord’s Prayer [See back page]
Offering Our Gifts
Offertory What Faith Can Do Praise Band
Gospel Lesson, Mark 1:21-28
Sermon Beyond the Boundaries Pastor Tom Pasmore
Sending Forth
Closing Song Mighty to Save Praise Band
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11:00 AM Worship Service in the Sanctuary Lay Reader: Ray Thompson
Head Usher: Deke Sheller / Sound: Jeff Harman
Crucifer: Megan Cropper / Acolyte: Nick Cropper
Designates your invitation to stand
Prelude In Thee is Gladness Theodore Beck
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Organ
Welcome and Announcements
Celebrating 242 Years of Ministry at Asbury [See insert]
Passing the Peace of Christ
Processional Hymn We Believe in One True God Traditional
Chamber Choir
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Director
Greeting:
One: Come, and praise God! In the company of the God’s people, let us give thanks to the Lord
our God.
All: Great are the works of God, full of glory and majesty.
One: Our God is gracious and compassionate;
All: our God is merciful and forgiving
One: our God is faithful and trustworthy,
All: our God is just and good.
One: So come, let’s worship God together.
All: God’s praise will last forever!
Opening Prayer:
Compassionate God, all creation delights in your presence. May the authority of your
Spirit bring understanding into our minds and truth into our hearts, that we may
praise and serve Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Lesson, Deuteronomy 18:15-20 [Scriptures found on pages 8-9]
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Second Lesson, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
F ESTIVE W ORSHIP
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Music Reflection Jesus United by Thy Grace Lani Smith
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Piano
Children’s Message Heather Harman
Gospel Lesson, Mark 1:21-28
One: This is the Gospel of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Sermon Beyond the Boundaries Pastor Tom Pasmore
Prayers and Concerns
The Lord’s Prayer [See back page]
Offering Our Gifts
Offertory With a Voice of Singing Martin Shaw
Chamber Choir
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Director
With a voice of singing declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia. Utter it even unto the ends
of the earth. The Lord hath delivered his people, Alleluia. O be joyful in God, all ye lands, o sing
praises to the honor of his name, make his praise to be glorious. With a voice of singing declare
ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia.
Presentation Hymn, No. 94
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below:
Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts. Praise Jesus Christ, whose
power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Sending Forth:
One: Jesus is here. The Light of the World. The Alpha and the Omega. The Lord of All. Let us
go and take Christ to the world.
All: Amen.
Choral Benediction God Be with You Till We Meet Again Traditional
Chamber Choir
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Director
Postlude Toccata on “Lasst uns erfreuen” Charles Callahan
Dr. Michael Stefanek, Organ
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SCRIPTURES
Deuteronomy 18:15-20 New International Version (NIV)
15 The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your fellow
Israelites. You must listen to him. 16 For this is what you asked of the LORD your God at Horeb
on the day of the assembly when you said, “Let us not hear the voice of the LORD our God nor
see this great fire anymore, or we will die.”
17 The LORD said to me: “What they say is good. 18 I will raise up for them a prophet like you
from among their fellow Israelites, and I will put my words in his mouth. He will tell them
everything I command him. 19 I myself will call to account anyone who does not listen to my
words that the prophet speaks in my name. 20 But a prophet who presumes to speak in my
name anything I have not commanded, or a prophet who speaks in the name of other gods, is to
be put to death.”
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Gods Word Translation (GW)
8 Now, concerning food offered to false gods: We know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge
makes people arrogant, but love builds them up. 2 Those who think they know something still
have a lot to learn. 3 But if they love God, they are known by God. 4 Now about eating food that
was offered to false gods: We know that the false gods in this world don’t really exist and that
no god exists except the one God. 5 People may say that there are gods in heaven and on
earth—many gods and many lords, as they would call them. 6 But for us,
“There is only one God, the Father.
Everything came from him, and we live for him.
There is only one Lord, Jesus Christ.
Everything came into being through him, and we live because of him.”
7 But not everyone knows this. Some people are so used to worshiping false gods that they
believe they are eating food offered to a false god. So they feel guilty because their conscience is
weak.
8 Food will not affect our relationship with God. We are no worse off if we eat ⌞that food⌟ and
no better off if we don’t. 9 But be careful that by using your freedom you don’t somehow make a
believer who is weak in faith fall into sin. 10 For example, suppose someone with a weak
conscience sees you, who have this knowledge, eating in the temple of a false god. Won’t you be
encouraging that person to eat food offered to a false god? 11 In that case, your knowledge is
ruining a believer whose faith is weak, a believer for whom Christ died. 12 When you sin against
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other believers in this way and harm their weak consciences, you are sinning against
Christ.13 Therefore, if eating food ⌞offered to false gods⌟ causes other believers to lose their
faith, I will never eat that kind of food so that I won’t make other believers lose their faith.
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Mark 1:21-28 Gods Word (GW)
21 Then they went to Capernaum. On the next day of rest—a holy day, Jesus went into the
synagogue and began to teach. 22 The people were amazed at his teachings. Unlike their experts
in Moses’ Teachings, he taught them with authority.
23 At that time there was a man in the synagogue who was controlled by an evil spirit. He
shouted, 24 “What do you want with us, Jesus from Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I
know who you are—the Holy One of God!”
25 Jesus ordered the spirit, “Keep quiet, and come out of him!” 26 The evil spirit threw the man
into convulsions and came out of him with a loud shriek.
27 Everyone was stunned. They said to each other, “What is this? This is a new teaching that
has authority behind it! He gives orders to evil spirits, and they obey him.”
28 The news about him spread quickly throughout the surrounding region of Galilee.
One: This is the Gospel of the Lord, Jesus Christ.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Sermon Notes: ________________________________________________________________________________________
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1. Reread the Scriptures for this week.
2. What boundaries are self-imposed?
3. Does Jesus’ authority bind us or does it bring freedom?
4. In what ways does the authority of Jesus differ from the authority we
encounter in the world?
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A SBURY NEWS CHURCH TOWN HALL MEETING
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 in the Sanctuary at Noon
Thursday, February 25, 2021 in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00pm
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 in the Sanctuary at 7:00pm
*The meetings in the Fellowship Hall will be live-streamed on Facebook Live.
Pastor Tom will share with you the current proposals before General Conference 2021 and will
answer your questions about the United Methodist Church and about Asbury. We hope you can
join us.
ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER
Please consider your 2021 giving by electronic funds transfer (EFT). It is very easy to sign up –
just complete the back of your Generosity Pledge Card and we will do all the processing. Giving
by EFT lessens the worry if you have cash/checks with you when you come to worship. This also
maintains consistent giving and avoids the need to “catch up” on your giving when you are
away. We have over 55 members/friends who currently enjoy giving electronically.
COMMUNITY SHELTER EMERGENCY PROJECT (CESP) UPDATE
HOORAY……….Once again the Asbury family has shown its ability to love and share with our
community. ALL 15 nights of dinners assigned to Asbury have been filled. On behalf of the
men we THANK YOU SO MUCH.
There are still other opportunities to help with CESP by volunteering to prepare grab n’ go
breakfasts, bagged lunches, or volunteer for intake or overnight shifts. Google “Housing First
Salisbury Maryland” and click on the CESP information.
SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Due to the coronavirus, this year we will not be distributing grocery bags to fill. Instead,
Salisbury Urban Ministries is asking you to fill their soup pot with a monetary donation located
in the Narthex and Fellowship Hall until February 7. Please help us help those in need. If you
have any questions, please contact the church office or email [email protected].
HYDE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION AVAILABLE SOON!
The Hyde Scholarship is presented each year to one or sometimes two graduating seniors who
meet specific criteria. Applicants must be a member of Asbury UMC and a graduate of a
Wicomico County public high school with good academic standing, and have been accepted to a
2 or 4-year college. They must also meet Sunday School attendance requirements, and be active
in other church-related activities. The application will be on-line and is due by Sunday, March
21. The scholarship(s) will be presented at a later date.
OPPORTUNITY SHOP UPDATE
The Opp Shop is open for sales on Thursdays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Donations will be
accepted Mondays, 8:30 - 11:30 am, Thursdays 9:30 - 1:00 pm, or by appointment. Please call
the church if you need an appointment.
Effective immediately, we will no longer accept plastic bags. We WILL accept paper and cloth
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A SBURY NEWS shopping bags! Thank you for supporting this important ministry!
2021 IS UPON US!
It is time to start thinking about ‘my one word’ for the new year! There is a helpful book to go along
with this concept—if you would like a copy, please see Kristen. Here is the nutshell: Instead of a list
of new year’s resolutions, choosing just one word helps us to truly focus on discerning God’s path for
us as we grow spiritually. Pray about what word God is calling you to focus on in the upcoming year.
The website myoneword.org has lots of words if you need some ideas.
Speaking of 2021, a great way to grow in our faith is to have not only a devotion, but an
accountability group. There will be a group beginning in mid-January focusing on the gospel of
Luke. This group will consist of scripture copying, scripture mapping, and a weekly zoom discussion
Monday evenings at 7pm. It will also be possible to do the devotion on your own if you prefer.
Email [email protected] if you are interested.
Check out Asbury’s CoronaBible project in the library. This was a community effort in the spring
and summer to hand copy scripture when we were forced to be physically apart, but remained
spiritually united in our faith and worship through
the word. We have a lot of the gospels and if you would like to contribute to this living document,
please let me Kristen know.
SALISBURY URBAN MINISTRY NEEDS
Lazarus Food Pantry: Ramen Noodles, Side Dishes (potatoes, rice, noodles), cereal bars. Kids Café:
Flash Cards (Math), Workbooks Grade 1-5, Snacks. Men’s Welcome Center: Men’s Boxers (sizes
large to XX-Large).
Salisbury Urban Ministries is looking for donations of clean empty egg cartons.
A wonderful donor is bringing fresh eggs for the Lazarus Food Pantry and the cartons are
needed to pass the eggs out to the clients. Donations can be dropped off at Salisbury Urban
Ministry located at 326 Barclay Street, Salisbury, MD or call (410) 749-1563.
GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR COMMUNITY & CHURCH
Interested in a ministry, but not sure if it’s for you? Or maybe unsure just what you’re
interested in? Talk to Kristen Wall-Love, our Director of Spiritual Formation & Membership.
We have lots of ministries serving lots of different interests. Let Kristen find one for you, or go
to a meeting and experience it for yourself. Get involved! You’ll be glad you did! Call the church
office at 410-749-2131 or email Kristen at [email protected]
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http://myoneword.org/mailto:[email protected]
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Pastoral Staff:
Senior Pastor:
Rev. Dr. Tom Pasmore
Pastor of Care
Ministries:
Rev. Genevieve Jones
Brown
Directors of
Ministries:
Music Ministries:
Michael Stefanek
Finance & Building:
Janice Ilczuk
Children & Care
Ministries:
Heather Harman
Adult Spiritual
Formation and
Membership:
Kristen Wall-Love
Youth & Family
Ministries:
Brooke Phulesar
Asbury Child
Development Center:
Casey Taylor, Danna
Abbott
Church Support Staff:
Administrative Office
Manager:
Lydia Childs
Administrative
Assistant:
Sheri Burchard
Maintenance Worker:
Craig Brown
Nursery Staff:
Suzy Creel, Joy
Bradshaw, Katie
Anderson, Ericalyn
Killip
Conference Staff:
Bishop:
Peggy Johnson
Salisbury District
Superintendent:
Christina Blake
Conference Office:
Rob Townsend
Salisbury Urban
Ministries:
Debbie Donaway
SU Campus Minister:
Mary Haggard
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father
who art in heaven,
Hallowed be thy
name. Thy kingdom
come. Thy will be
done on earth as it is
in heaven. Give us
this day our daily
bread, and forgive us
our trespasses, as we
forgive those who
trespass against us,
and lead us not into
temptation, but
deliver us from evil.
For thine is the
kingdom, and the
power, and the
glory, for ever.
Amen.
Please send pics of any church happenings for social media via email: [email protected]. Thanks!
Ways to Give:
Drop your cash or check in the offering plate during service.
Mail to: Asbury United Methodist Church Attn: Janice Ilczuk
Visit www.asburyweb.org and click “Give Here”.
[PayPal will keep 2.2% + 0.30 of each transaction]
Electronic Funds Transfer can be set-up with Janice Ilczuk or through your local bank.
We have been given a unique charity link that will take you directly to
smile.amazon.com and automatically selects Asbury as the charity
recipient so that you do not have to search for us on their site. Our
direct link is:
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-0607975
DATE DAY 2021 EVENTS TIME LOCATION
February
2 Tue Church Town Hall Meeting 12 noon Sanctuary
2 Tue Farmer’s Market 2:30-5:30pm Parking Lot
3 Wed SPRC 7:00pm Soul Cafe
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