Asbury First United Methodist Church

Adults

None of us should face the trials and tribulations of life alone and no matter our age, we should never stop learning. Fortunately, we have many opportunities for fellowship and growth at Asbury First.

While worship is the centerpiece of our life together, we experience community in many other ways as well. Click the links below for different opportunities to join us on this journey, or contact Mike Mullin, our Minister for Youth and Discipleship, at mmullin@asburyfirst.org to learn more. We hope that you find a place to connect at Asbury First!

Volunteer Educational Fellowship Events

Educational Opportunities

Sunday School Classes

Our Sunday School classes will return in Septmeber.

As the Spirit Moves Us

Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, Smart Meeting Room 
and Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464 PW Disciple)

This year’s class will be discussing the role of parables in both the Hebrew and Christian Testaments. The parables were an important teaching tool throughout the Bible, and we will discuss what Jesus and the writers of the earlier ones were trying to teach through them.

The class is also a loving community of life-long learners, who also share their joys and concerns so that we can pray about them at the beginning of each class. Every voice is heard and respected.

We will have our first class Sept. 8 in room LL03 of the main building. We hope you will join us in our quest to understand The Holy Bible better.

For more information about this class, please contact Mike Mullin at mmullin@asburyfirst.org or at (585) 271-1050 x105.

Adult Sunday School Class

Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, 1040 Fellowship Hall and Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW 200)

Asbury First's Adult Sunday School offers an opportunity for adults of all ages to join together to engage in faith as we learn more about ourselves, our community, and the world around us. 

Each week stands alone; so, whether this is your first week, or your four-hundred-and-fiftieth, you are welcome to join us for some fellowship and conversation. 

All are welcome to join either in-person in the "Red Room" in our Community Outreach Center (1010 East Ave); or on Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8924819492?pwd=IFDb6DxLNN5ZsbJbzj9eR1shwKvHa3.1

Meeting ID: 892 481 9492
Passcode: 578697

Tentative Schedule:
8 – kick-off Sunday (round table set-up with table topics? Just encourage mix and mingle—and a space/place to write down topic/speaker/etc. suggestions?)
15 – Michelle Intro Week
22 – Banned Books Week Presentation
29 – Banned Books Week Presentation

Non-Sunday Educational Opportunities

 

Lectio Divina

Tuesdays, 8:30 am, Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW 200)

Lectio Divina is a contemplative practice on reading scripture. A passage of scripture is read, then there is silent meditation, then the passage is read again, then more silence, and then discussion. The silence is an opportunity to reflect upon what you experienced in the scripture. This half hour opens and closes with prayer. All are welcome. For more information please contact Rev. Kathy Thiel at kthiel@asburyfirst.org or at 585-271-1050 x106.

 

Discipleship III Bible Studies

Tuesdays, 2:15–3:15 pm, Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW 200)
Have you ever wondered what the Bible really says—and if it truly has any meaning for us in modern times? If so, then you’re not alone. Most Christians have never really read the Bible, and many wonder if its antiquated teachings truly transcend time. If you would like to grapple with these questions, then you are encouraged to sign up for a Disciple Bible Study.

On Tuesdays, the Disciple III class will continue its journey this fall. Anyone can join the class, even if you have not participated in Disciple I or II. Please contact Mike Mullin at mmullin@asburyfirst.org with any questions!

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesdays, 10–11:30 am, 1050 Porch and Zoom (zoom.us/j/6174865464 PW Disciple)

The group that meets throughout our program year has decided to have three meetings in the summer.
June 12 to simply enjoy fellowship together
July 24 to discuss One Long River of Song by Brian Doyle
September 4 to discuss The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben

Fellowship Opportunities

Tuesday Women's Fellowship

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 am, Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW 200)

Looking for a way to stay connected to your Asbury First friends during the week? Want to meet new Asbury First friends? All women, all ages, are welcome to join the Tuesday Women's Fellowship via Zoom, 9:30–10:30 am each week. Bring your coffee or tea, and perhaps a treat, zoom in and enjoy an hour of devotion, sharing, and connection. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Elizabeth Church, coordinator, at emchurch418@gmail.com. Hope to see you soon!

 

Asbury Women's Art Class

Fridays, 12–3 pm, Room 205


Please call or email Linda Clemow to register at soulsourcestudio1@gmail.com or (607) 434-0500.

Men's Devotional Group

Wednesdays, 7 am, Zoom (zoom.us/j/8347173468 PW 200)

Men of all ages are welcome to join us on Wednesday mornings via Zoom as we discuss topics of faith, life, and more. Each week, a different member of the group leads us in a devotion for our time together. These can be instructional, reflective, conversational, etc. This is a wonderful group to make and build connections, and we hope that you will drop in to join us!

 

Prayer Shawl Ministry

4th Wednesday of the Month, 3–4:30 pm, Library

A prayer shawl is a simple shawl or a lap blanket knitted by members of our group. It is symbolic of an inclusive, unconditionally loving God. The knitting itself is very simple and we have “experts” on hand to help you if you are a beginner. The group meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday. Clergy and lay members of our church identify those who may benefit from our ministry and a shawl, and they're delivered by ministers or congregation members. Questions? Contact Meredith Pixley at meredithpixley@gmail.com.

 

Carvers of Hope

4th Wednesday of the Month, 6:30–8 pm, Education Wing

Carvers of Hope is a wood carving ministry that helps people who find themselves in the very difficult places of life. Its members carve handmade crosses as a reminder of the hope Jesus brought to us through the cross. All materials, wood, and carving tools are provided, as well as carving lessons. No prior skill is needed to carve crosses with this group. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact John Smalt at jhsmalt@gmail.com.

 

The Discipleship Project

Asbury First has a long history of thriving small group ministry. We believe that small groups are a great way to connect with others, and to grow deeper in our faith. 

The Discipleship Project at Asbury is an initiative to strengthen our connection with God and with each other through a growing number of small groups focused on Discipleship. These groups are called Classes after the original small group of our faith tradition.

Learn More about the Discipleship Project

For more information about any of our adult classes or fellowship opportunities, please contact Mike Mullin at mmullin@asburyfirst.org or by calling 585-271-1050 x105.