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New Opportunities for Growth and Fellowship! Check out the classes, lectures, and other events inside!
United Methodist Church1050 East AvenueRochester, NY 14607
(585) 271-1050www.asburyfirst.org
Asbury First
Childrens Ministry: pages 4 & 5
Youth Ministry: pages 6 & 7
Reconciling Ministry: page 9
Worship Opportunities: pages 10 & 11
Adult Fellowship Groups: pages 12 & 13
Classes & Study Groups: pages 8 & 14
Art Classes: page 15
Lecture Series: page 16
Music & the Arts: page 17
Calendar: page 18
“Bless thou the gifts our hands have brought;bless thou the work our hearts have planned.Ours is the faith, the will, the thought;the rest, O God, is in thy hand.”-Samuel Longfellow, “Bless Thou the Gifts,” 1886.
Sunday Morning Worship• 8:30a.m.TraditionalServicewithAsburySingers• 10:00a.m.InformalServiceinthechancelwithHolyCommunion• 11:00a.m.TraditionalServicewithSanctuaryChoir
Become a Member of our Faith Family AreyouinterestedinknowingmoreaboutAsburyFirst?Wanttofind
outhowyoucanbecomemoreinvolved?Joinusforafive-weekNew
MemberOrientationseries.Allarewelcome!Thisfall’sclassseries
beginsonSunday,October5,withclassesonOctober12,19,26,and
November2.
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Volunteer Opportunities•
October 10-20We will be bringing our time and talents together
with the time and talents of the members of
Baber AME Church to be in service to the city of
Rochester. This year’s primary project is painting
the Asbury First Storehouse, in preparation for the
celebration of their upcoming 50th anniversary.
Other places where we will serve include the
Ronald McDonald House, Hope House, Genesis
House, and St. Mary’s Adult Day Care. In addition, we will put together hygiene
kits, healthy snack packs and grocery bags, and will make lunches in support of
the above activities.
You may sign up for one or more shifts on the last three Sundays of September
in the Welcoming Hall after services.
New Volunteer Opportunity!
VisitationMinistryatAsburyFirst•
Withprayerfulthought,weareintroducingaVisitationMinistryunderthe
leadershipofRev.SusanShaferandAFUMCmemberMeredithPixley.This
ministrywillinvolvevisitingthoseinneedinourparishbothinthehospi-
talandinhomes.Therewillbeatrainingsessionearlyinthefallasthisvital
ministrybegins.Ifyouareinterestedinbecomingavisitationvolunteer,
pleasecontactRev.SusanS.Shaferatsshafer@asburyfirst.orgor(585)271-
1050x110.
• children’s ministry
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Weofferawidevarityofactivitiesforyouandyourchildtogrowtogetherinfaitheachweekandthroughouttheyear.
Havequestions?ConnectPaulaDugan(pdugan@asbury-first.org),or(585)271-1050x111tofindoutmore.
Sundays at Asbury First Sunday School
(9:45-10:45a.m.,agesfourtofifthgrade)Children are divided into classes according to age. Each group has an age-appropriate curriculum that teach them about God’s love.
Worship(8:30,10:00and11:00a.m.)Children are welcome to stay with their parents during the entire service. During the 11:00 a.m. service we also offer these opportunities following the children’s sermon:
◆ Enrichment(11:00a.m.service) Childrenagesfourthroughsecondgrademayattendlessonsfocusedon
Scriptureandthesermontopicoftheday.Secondfloor,educationwing.
◆ BibleBeat(11:00a.m.service)Childreninthirdthroughfifthgradesmayparticipateinlessonsthatexplore
Scriptureandthesermontopic.Secondfloor,educationwing.
Children may be picked up after the service in the second floor, education wing.
Child Care(8:30 a.m.-noon)Available in Creche and Rainbow Room, first floor, education wing.
◆ TheCreche(newbornto18months)Lovingandnurturingnurserycareprovidedbychild-careprofessionalsfrom8:30a.m.untilnooneverySunday.Locatedonthefirstfloor,educationwing.
◆ TheRainbowRoom(18monthstothreeyearsold)Lovingandenrichingcareprovidedbychildcareprofessionals,from8:30a.m.untilnoonevery
Sunday.Locatedonthefirstfloor,educationwing.
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Wednesday EveningsChildren’s Musical GroupsOurmusicalgroupsrehearseonWednesdayevenings:
• HallelujahKids(vocalchoir,gradesK-2,practice5:00-5:30p.m.)
• Children’sChoir(vocalchoir,grades3-5,practice6:00-6:45p.m.)
• WesleyRingers(bellchoir,grades3-5,practice6:45-7:15p.m.)
Allarewelcome,regardlessofmusicalability.Formoreinfor-mationcontactBozenaGranatatBozena_Granat@bcsd.org.
Other ProgramsThroughouttheyear,weoffernon-musicalactivitiesonWednesdayeveningsforthosewhoareinterested.
Family DinnerWeofferafamilydinnerat5:30p.m.withadonationoftwodollarsperpersonforall
thoseattendingWednesdayeveningprograms.
Fun, Faithful Family EventsSeptember 7 TogetherinMinistrySunday Sunday School open house and bounce house fun. Meet our teachers, view the class-rooms, and register your children for Sunday School.
October 19BibleSunday Our third graders receive their Bibles.
November 1 FamilyHarvestPotluckDinner
December 14Advent’sWinterWonderNightA night of pajamas, pancakes and a Christmas message.
December 24 Children’sChristmasPageantCome witness the Christmas story told through the eyes of children. For those children who wish to be a part of the pageant, rehearsals are Sunday mornings in December.
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Youth Ministry
United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)
Summeriswindingdown,butthathasn’tstoppedmanyofouryouthfrom
continuingtheirinvolvementinthelifeofAsburyFirstthroughsummer
missiontrips,theParkAvenueparkingfundraiser,andweeklyopportunities
tohangoutandplaygamesonthechurchlawnand/orgatherintheyouth
roomtowatchamovietogether.
Wehavealreadyoutlinedmuchofourfallyouthschedule,andweinviteall
youthinsixththroughtwelfthgradestocheckitoutandcomejoinusfor
someofouractivities—especiallythefallkick-offretreatonSeptember12-
14!Formoreinformationaboutanyofouryouthprograms,pleasecontact
MikeMullin,directorofyouthministriesatmmullin@asburyfirst.org.Ifyou
arenotayouth,buthaveaninterestinvolunteeringwithouryouthminis-
tries,pleasecontactMikeaswell!
Upcoming Big EvEnts
When? What? Where?
September 7 Regular youth Sunday programming resumes for fall.
AFUMC
September 12-14 Youth fall kick-off retreat Camp Casowasco
October 19 Spaghetti fundraiser, 12-1 pm Fellowship Hall
October 25 Youth outing: Amazing Maize Maze Long Acre Farms
November 14-16 Youth musical performance weekend Fellowship Hall
November 22-24 Youth District fall gathering retreat Aldersgate UMC
Friday, December 12
Church-wide Winter Gala Fellowship Hall
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Basic sUnday schEdUlE
When? Who? What? Where?
9:45-10:45 a.m. 6th and 7th grades
Sunday School Campfire Room (Room 18)
8th grade Confirmation Room 16
9th-12th grades UMYF-AM Youth Room
1:00-5:00 p.m. 6th-12th grades Musical Rehearsal Fellowship Hall & Wesley Hall
4:00-6:00 p.m. 6th-12th grades Bell Choir Bell Room
5:00-6:00 p.m. 6th-8th grades Youth Group Campfire Room (Room 18)
9th-12th grades Youth Choir Wesley Hall
6:00-6:30 p.m. 6th-12th grades Dinner Fellowship Hall
6:30-7:30 p.m. 6th-8th grades Choir Wesley Hall
6:30-8:00 p.m. 9th-12th grades Youth Group Youth Room
Photo by Dave Rice
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Adult Study•
Wednesday Morning Study Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
1010 East Ave., Meditation Room
Group Facilitator: Rev. David P. Lubba
Weareinthemidstofa12videoseriesentitled‘FirstLight:Jesus
andtheKingdomofGod’.Wehavefinishedthefirstthreevideosin
theseries.ThisserieslooksatthelifeandministryofJesusandthe
variouscultural,social,political,economicandreligioussettings
withinwhichisoccurred.Wehavealivelydiscussionandlearn
fromeachother’sinsightsandopinions.Thevideosaretremen-
douslyhelpful.Feelfreetojoinusandwewill‘bringyouupto
speed’.Wealsospendtimeeachweeksharingjoysandconcerns
andparticipatinginIntercessoryPrayer.Foradditionalinforma-
tion,contactDavidat359-9927ordlubba@rochester.rr.com
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Reconciliation:The Dialogue Continues
Theideaof“reconciliation”hasevokedagreatdealofdiscussion
withinAsburyFirst.GiventhiscultureofdialogueatAsburyFirstthe
ReconciliationCommitteelooksforwardtothedivergentperspectivesand
questionsourcongregantshavetoofferaswetogetherfindthepathway
towardsinclusionforallpeople,includingourLGBTQbrothersandsisters.
Threeforumsarebeingofferedthisfallforcongregantstotalkwithmem-
bersofthecommittee,thepastorsandeachotherregardinginclusion.
SUNDAy,SEPTEMBER14
noon~WesleyHall
WEDNESDAy,OCTOBER1
6:30p.m.~FellowshipHall
TUESDAy,OCTOBER14
7:00p.m.~WesleyHall
Asbury First United Methodist Church prayerfully strives to live in its urban com-munity with open hearts, open minds and open doors. Affirming that each person is of sacred worth, we seek to be a fully inclusive church, believing that all people are God’s
children, created in God’s image, loved and blessed equally by God. It is our purpose to be a Reconciling Congregation. This means extending hospitality and encouraging full participation of all, regardless of age, race, national origin, gender, gender identity and
expression, sexual orientation, marital status or family structure, education or economic background and physical or mental ability. We recognize that we hold a variety of
opinions. We do not seek to erase our differences, but to journey together in faith toward greater understanding and mutual respect. We believe that reconciliation to God and to
one another is central to our mission and ministry.
Reconciling Statement of Asbury First United Methodist Church•
• Worship Opportunities
Sunday ServicesOurregularSundaymorningscheduleisasfollows:• 8:30:traditionalservicewiththeAsburySingers• 10:00:informalserviceinthechancelwithCommunion• 11:00:traditionalservicewiththeSanctuaryChoir
Childcare is available at all services.
IfyouareunabletoattendourSundayservicesinperson,checkoutthisoptions:
• TuneyourradiotoWySL1040AMor92.1FMonSundaymorningfrom11:00-12:00toheartheservice,or
• Gotowww.asburyfirst.orgtowatchalivestreamoftheserviceat11:00a.m.you’llalsofindarchivedvideosofpastservicesonthesite.
LabyrinthSecond Wednesday of every month; plus Wednesdays in Advent: December 3, 10, & 175:00-7:00 p.m.Our beautiful labyrinth is located under the Sanctuary, in Fel-lowship Hall. Walking the labyrinth is an ancient practice that provides a place for reflection and peaceful prayer. Stewards are always on duty to answer your questions.
World Communion SundaySunday, October 5Begunin1936byThePresbyterianChurch,WorldCommunionSundaypromotesChristianunityandecumenicalcooperation.ItisnowoneofthesixchurchwideSpecialSundaysofTheUnitedMethodistChurch.
Bible SundaySunday, October 19Foundedin1915bytheAmericanBibleSociety,BibleSundayisachancetocelebratetheplaceoftheScripturesinourdailylives.Onthisday,wepresentnewBiblestoourthirdgradersatthe11:00a.m.service.
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Thanksgiving In-GatheringSunday, November 23ThisannualcelebrationfeaturesspecialinstrumentalmusicandaprocessionofourThanksgivinggifts,andthededicationofourgiftspledgedtothechurchthroughourannualstewardshipcampaign.
First Sunday of AdventSunday, November 308:30, 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.WebegintheholyseasonofAdventwithacommunionservicetohelpusfocusonthereasonforourpreparations.
Remembrance ServiceSunday, December 73:00 p.m.Werememberthelovedoneswehavelostinthisyearwithacandlelightserviceofword,music,andcommunion,andthelightingoftheremembrancecandles.
Christmas EveTuesday, December 24• 12:00noon–ServiceofCarolsandHolyCommunion• 4:00p.m.–ServiceforFamiliesandChildren,withpageant• 7:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,Lessons&Carols• 9:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,andHolyCommunion• 11:00p.m.–ServiceofWord,Candlelight,Lessons,&Carols
Christmas Day10:00–traditionalservice
Ouradultclassesmeetat9:45a.m.eachSundaymorning.Theseclassesshareinstudytime,aswellasprayerandfellowship,andtheyarealwayshappytowelcomenewmembers.Frequentguestspeakersprovideachancetolearnaboutsocialissues,faithformation,andtheworldaroundus.Interested?Comevisitussoon!FormoreinformationaboutanyadultSundayschoolclass,contactMelodyGuadagninointhechurchofficeat(585)271-1050x103ormguadagnino@asburyfirst.org.
Group Who Are We? What’s Our Focus?
Where do We Meet?
Doublers Open to all, singles and couples
Bible Study, theology, Christian service, and social concerns.
1010 East Ave., Red Room
50 Plus Fellowship
Couples and singles over the age of 50
We examine our faith and life issues. We support members in need with visits and phone calls.
1010 East Ave., Dining Room
Growing Spirits/Living Edge
Couples and singles Bible study, church and social issues, books reviews, and social events.
1010 East Ave., Room 21
Partnership Older adults, singles and couples
Christian theology, personal witness, social concerns, and political issues.
1010 East Ave., Meditation Room
Parables of Parenting
Parents of children of any age
Discussion, sharing of stories, and reflection on trends in parenting from a faith perspective.
Room 205 (second floor of the Education Wing)
In the News: A Current Events Roundtable
open to all We examine the spiritual implications of current events, and provide a friendly forum for expressing viewpoints on diverse topics.
1050 East Ave. Dining Room
Adult Bible Study All those interested in taking a closer look at the Bible.
Led by Rev. David Lubba, we focus on broadening our knowledge of the Bible.
1050 East. Ave., Teak Room
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Adult Sunday School & Social Groups
Wednesdays at noon1010 East Ave. Dining Room
TheWOWgroupreadsauthorsonreligionsandspiri-tuality,includingJohnShelbySpong,JoanChittister,MarcusBorg,DesmondTutu,Dr.FrancesCollins,BrianMcLarenandEstherdeWaal.Theinvitationisopenfor
womenwhoenjoyreadingandlearningtojoinWOW.Theone-hourmeetingtimeenablespeopletoattendduringtheirlunchtimeandbringabaglunch.Questions?ContactMaryLynnVickersatmvicker1@rochester.rr.com.
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Wednesdays, 6:00 a.m.1010 East Ave., Red Room
ThislivelygroupmeetsWednesdaysat6:00a.m.tosharedevotions,joys,concerns,hymns,prayers,andconversa-tion.There’scoffeeandbreakfastafterwardsatanearbyrestaurant.Newmembersarealwayswelcometothisgroup,whichhasbeenmeetingatAsburyFirstforsev-eraldecades.ContactGlennPeckatgdpeck@rochester.rr.comifyouhavequestions.
Women on Wednesdays
(WOW)
Men’s Devotional
Group
Women’s Fellowship
Group
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.Church Resource Library
Whetheryouareyoungoryoung-at-heart,single,married,divorcedorwidowed,withchildrenorwithout,joinusforsomewomen’sfellowship.Thisisachanceforwomentosupportoneanotherandshareinthewonders
andchallengesofwomanhood.Nurserycareisprovided.ElizabethChurchcanansweryourquestionsatelizchurch@juno.com.
AppetizerGroup
TheAppetizerGroupmeetsapproximatelyonceeachmonthtoshareappetizers,fellowshipandparticipationinawidevarietyofprogramsandoutingsofinteresttothegroup.Itisopentoalladultchurchmembersandtheirfriends.PleasecontactHalCarter(hcarter6@gmail.com/585-953-0644)ifyouareinterestedinparticipatingorinbeingonthemailinglistsothatyouarenoti-fiedoftheget-togethers.
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• Fall Learning & Fellowship
United Methodism 101Wednesdays, October 22, 29, November 5, 126:30-7:30 p.m.Gathering Center• Dowebelieveinfreewillorpredestination?• Whydoweusegrapejuiceandnotwineduringcommunion?• Whydoourministersmovearoundsomuch?• What’supwiththename“Methodist?”• Whatdoesitmeantobe“strangelywarmed?”Whetheryou’vebeenaUnitedMethodistallofyourlifeorhavejuststumbleduponusrecently,thisclassisforyou!Joinusforafour-weekdiscussionaboutthehistory,structure,beliefs,andchallengesofTheUnitedMethodistChurch.IfyouareinterestedorhavequestionspleasecontactStephenCadyatscady@asburyfirst.org.PleaseletusknowifyouplantoattendbyOctober15aswewillhavetoorderbooksfortheclass.Thecostwillbe$12andassistanceisavailable.
Bowling LeagueBeginningSunday,October5through
December14(offonNovember30)
7:00-9:00p.m.
LocationTBD
Whether you’re a first-timer or a pro, sign up for some
fellowship and fun on Sunday evenings this spring. For
more info, contact RJ Pollard at rjpollard14@gmail.com
or 315-246-8132.
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The ArtSparks art ministry has a studio/classroom. We are now located on the top floor of the education wing! This will enable more classes to be offered to more
people. I am excited for the possibilities provided by this new space. Check out the classes that will be offered this fall. Don’t be afraid to explore your creative side – whether you think you have one or not – through the spiritual act of creating. Creativity can be taught and encouraged, and while you are having fun exploring, you are also engaging in a deeply personal and spiritual experience. If the cost of the class is out of range for you please speak to Linda Clemow and we can make arrangements. Register for any classes by calling Linda at 585-236-1184.
Acrylic Painting
1:00-4:00 p.m.; Mondays, September 15- December 8cost: $85
This class will explore the basics of acrylic painting. We will look at basic concepts such as values, contours and colors. Then we will move into painting still-lives, land-scapes, and free form florals. No experience is required. All materials are provided.
Drawing 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (please bring a lunch); Tuesdays, September 16-December 9cost: $85
If you would like to go on to painting sometime in the future this is a great basic course. For those interested in drawing, from sketching to hyper-realism, this course will give a starting point. If you took this class last spring this is still an op-tion for you as we will build on the skills you have previously learned. All materials are provided.
Stitching Beyond the Ordinary10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ; Wednesdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 10cost: $85
We will be learning the basics of sewing for art! The class will include: couching, texture, color, embroidery and free motion stitching. You must have a sewing ma-chine that can be brought to class. When you register we will talk about the hardware you will need. I have many materials, yarns and threads in my stash, but please feel free to bring what you would like to work with. Most materials will be provided. stitchery by Carol Anne Waugh
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Lecture Series•
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End of Life Decision-MakingOctober26,November2,9
12:15P.M.
Noneofuslikestothinkabout
theprospectofseriousillness
ordeath.Mostofus,however,feel
stronglyaboutmaintainingaqual-
ityoflifethroughoutourentirelives.
Thisseriesisanopportunitytolearnfromcompassionateexpertsaboutwhat
eachofusneedstodonowtoinsurethatourwishesarerespectedifweare
inasituationwherewecannotspeakforourselves.Anyonewhohassuffered
theemotionalandethicaldilemmasofdecision-makingforafamilymember
withoutknowledgeoftheirwishescanattesttotheimportanceofhaving
thesediscussionsbeforethereisahealthcrisis.
OurspeakersincludeDr.RichardDemme,chairoftheEthicsCommitteeat
StrongMemorialHospital;Dr.RobHorowitz;apalliativecarephysicianat
Strong;andRobKochiktheExecutiveDirectoroftheFingerLakesDonor
RecoveryNetwork.OnthreeconsecutiveSundaysfollowingthe11amservice
theywilladdresstopicsthatwillinformyouabouttheimportanceofAdvance
Directives,maintainingcontrolofyourhealthcareduringseriousillness,and
decision-makingaroundorgan,eye,andtissuedonation.Eachsessionwill
beintroducedbyRev.BillReynolds,AssociateDirector,ChaplaincyServices,
UniversityofRochesterMedicalCenter.Billhasofferedspiritualguidanceto
childrenandadultsofallagesastheyhavefacedlifeanddeathdecisionsand
willlendthespiritualperspectivetothediscussion.
October26,2014:RichardDemme,MD
November2,2014:RobHorowitz,MD
November9,2014:RobKochik
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Music & the Arts
Fall Musical PerForMances
at asbury First
s u n d ay, n o v e M b e r 2 | 2 : 0 0 P . M .
Salon Concert
featuring Rebecca Pennys, piano; Mikhail Kopelman,
violin; and Stefan Reuss, cello;
to reserve your tickets call the church office at (585) 271-
1050x103. Tickets are $35/free for students.
F r i d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 4 | 7 : 3 0 P . M .
s at u r d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 5 | 7 : 3 0 P . M .
s u n d ay, n o v e M b e r 1 6 | 1 : 0 0 P . M .
Godspell
by John Michael Tebelak; music by Stephen Schwartz
Presented by the Youth of Asbury First
Tickets are $5 general admission, available at the door.
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• Fall Calendar
September
7............... TogetherinMinistrySunday
7............... Children’sMinistryOpenHouse
10............. Labyrinth
12-14...... youthFallKick-OffRetreat
14............. ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue
15............. ArtSparksAcrylicPaintingclassbegins
16............. ArtSparksDrawingclassbegins
17............. ArtSparksStitchingBeyondtheOrdinaryclassbegins
October
1............... ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue
5............... WorldCommunionSunday
5............... BowlingLeaguebegins
8............... Labyrinth
10-20...... TogetherinServiceWeek
14............. ReconcilingMinistriesDialogue
19............. BibleSunday
19............. youthSpaghettiFundraiser
22............. UnitedMethodism101
25............. youthOuting:AmazingMaizeMaze
26............. EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture
29............. UnitedMethodism101
November
1............... FamilyHarvestPotluckDinner
2............... EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture
2............... SalonConcert
5............... UnitedMethodism101
9............... EndofLifeDecision-MakingLecture
12............. Labyrinth
12............. UnitedMethodism101
14-16...... youthPresent“Godspell”
22-24...... youthDistrictFallGatheringRetreat
23............. ThanksgivingIn-Gathering
30............. FirstSundayofAdvent/CommunionSunday
December
3............... Labyrinth
7............... RemembranceService
10............. Labyrinth
14............. Advent’sWinterWonderNight
17............. Labyrinth
24............. ChristmasPageant
24............. ChristmasEveServices(seepage11)
25............. ChristmasDay
dinner among
friends
eighth annual
saturday, september 27
Join us for appetizers at asbury First, then head to the home of our of our generous hosts for a delicious meal. your generous gift for the evening (suggested donation: $50) helps support the asbury First dining and Caring Center, feeding those who are hungry. Find out more in
your weekly bulletin!
DINNER AMONG
FRIENDS
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