Published: Dec. 6, 2022

During the Christmas season, our attention is drawn to the abundance in our lives. As Christian disciples, we believe that abundance should be shared. As we exchange gifts with loved ones at Christmas, let us also consider gifts that we can offer to those who need them most. The Outreach Ministries of Asbury First assist people in accessing: 

• Food 
• Housing 
• Education 
• Childcare 
• Healthcare 
• Clothing 
• Essential Items 

To give, please fill out the form online by clicking here, or send a check with “Joy of Christmas Giving” in the memo line to the church office at 1050 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607. With your help we can continue to support those of need in our community. Thank you for your generosity!

Published: Dec. 6, 2022

Saturday, December 24, 12-11 pm, 1040 Sanctuary and Livestream

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES: 

12 pm — Traditional service with carols and candlelight 

4 pm — Family Service with Christmas Pageant

7 pm — Traditional service with carols and candlelight

11 pm — Traditional service with carols and candlelight

The 4 pm and 7pm services will also be live-streamed. Click here to join the live stream.

Published: Dec. 1, 2022

Rehearsal: Sunday, December 11, 9:30 am, 1040 Wesley Hall
Performance: Sunday, December 18, following the service, 1040 Gathering Center

Asbury Orchestra invites regular and new members to take part in traditional caroling following the service on Sunday, December 18th in the Gathering Center. There will be one rehearsal for this, on Sunday, December 11th from 9:30-10:30 am in Wesley Hall. All instrumentalists are welcome. Only one rehearsal! Play one tune or all of them! This is the perfect opportunity to get your instrument out from under the bed, or to have your child share their developing skills with their church family. For more information, contact Laurie Kennedy, at cellokennedy@frontiernet.net.

Published: Dec. 1, 2022

Saturday, December 10, 7:30 pm, In-person and live-streamed 

Madrigalia's Annual Holiday Concert will feature the Celtic stylings of fiddler Daphne Pickens with pianist Yi-Wen Chang, and the return of the Bach Children's Chorus. Artistic Director Cary Ratcliff will conduct his own fresh arrangements and joyful songs celebrating Channukah, Christmas, and the winter solstice.   

Tickets and information can be found at www.madrigalia.org.

Published: Nov. 27, 2022

 Saturday, December 3, 10 am

Please join us on Saturday, December 3 from 10 am to 1 pm as we gather together for the return of the Hanging of the Greens. Come when you can! Families are welcome and there will be activities for kids.

Contact Amy Allen with any questions at ajppa@yahoo.com or at (585) 738-9128.

Published: Nov. 27, 2022

Wednesdays during Advent, 6:15 pm, 1040 Sanctuary

A contemplative service featuring moments of silent reflection and musical interludes.

Published: Nov. 27, 2022

Wednesdays 12/7 & 12/14, 7 pm, 1040 Front Lawn 

Come join us for singing carols around the tree on the front lawn in front of the church every Wednesday during Advent!

Published: Nov. 27, 2022

Wednesday, December 21, 7 pm, 1040 Sanctuary

This reflective moment of worship is a sacred space for those who may feel a special pain or hardship—whether from the loss of a loved one, loneliness around the holidays, and more. Please join us on Wednesday, December 21 at 7 pm for this unique and meaningful service.

Published: Nov. 21, 2022

Register by Sunday, December 4 

Calling all Shepherds and Angels! We would love to have your children be part of Asbury's Christmas pageant this year on December 24, at 4 pm. Children 4 years old through 5th grade are invited to participate. Rehearsals occur Sundays in December during Enrichment following the Children's Time in the 11 o'clock service. Our first rehearsal is Sunday, December 4.

Registration Forms can be found in the Welcome Hall and the 2nd floor or click here to sign up. For questions or more information, contact Paula Dugan at pdugan@asburyfirst.org.

Published: Nov. 21, 2022

Monday, December 5, 7 pm

Advent is upon us! Did you ever wonder about the family of Jesus? The lives of so many who preceded him? The stories of women in his genealogy, from whom we seldom hear? If so, please join the "Women of the Well" on Monday evening, December 5, 7-8 pm, in the Church sanctuary. In our program, "Waiting for God," we will be telling a few stories of his ancestors in faith, and we would love to see you there!  

Published: Nov. 21, 2022

Work has begun in our parking lot to address some significant drain issues. The work will take about a week to complete. The affected area will be designated via cones and caution tape. We ask that you do not park is that designated area to ensure that we make the area as safe and secure as possible. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Published: Nov. 21, 2022

Once again, Tay House Boy Scout Troop 19 is selling holiday wreaths to benefit scout activities for the next year. Our long-lasting wreaths are 22 inches, made with balsam fir and white pine, and decorated with pinecones and a bow by our troop.

Orders must be placed by November 14 by visiting www.boyscoutwreathsale.com. All ordered wreaths will be available to pick up at Asbury Church on November 27. Please reference ASBURY for accurate delivery.

Thank you for your support!

Published: Nov. 10, 2022

Sunday, December 11, 5-7 pm, Gathering Center 

Asbury First's Children's Ministry invites you to bring your kids and come enjoy breakfast for dinner, Christmas music, and a special Christmas story at 5 pm on Sunday, December 11. Please don your pajamas as we share the magic of the season with you and your family. 

Please RSVP to Paula Dugan by December 4th at pdugan@asburyfirst.org or (585) 271-1050 x 111. 

Published: Nov. 10, 2022

Many of you may have noticed that the 1040 lower-level women’s restroom sinks (i.e., restroom adjacent to the Butler’s Pantry and restroom in the Bridal Suite) are out of order. This is unfortunate for many reasons, particularly at with Snoopy rehearsals and performances and other events/meetings going on, we are experiencing these types of issues more frequently as our buildings age.

This specific plumbing is a significant one and is going to require the digging into the floor to access the pipes. Contractors will be here at the end of the month (at the earliest) to address the issue. In the meantime, we are “converting” the men’s room in the sub-narthex to a women’s restroom. We ask that men and boys use the men’s restroom next to the Maintenance Shop.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation.

Published: Nov. 10, 2022

Tuesday, November 22, Welcome Hall

Thank you for ordering pies and supporting Asbury First’s participation in the building of another home for our community in conjunction with Flower City Habitat for Humanity. If you have pre-ordered a pie, they will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, November 22 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Welcoming Hall. Questions – contact Bob Castle at 166rcastle@gmail.com.