Published: Dec. 24, 2024

This Christmas Eve, join us in celebrating the story of the birth of Jesus! 

Noon – Traditional Christmas Eve Service with Carols and Candlelight
4 pm – Family Service with Christmas Pageant (livestreamed)
7 pm – Traditional Christmas Eve Service with Choir, Carols and Candlelight (livestreamed)
11 pm – Traditional Christmas Eve Service with Choir, Carols, Candlelight and Communion

Published: Dec. 16, 2024

Saturday, December 21 at 7 pm, 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 or loneliness around the holidays. Please join us on Saturday, December 21 at 7 pm for this uniquely meaningful service.

Published: Dec. 7, 2024

Please join us for a time 
of singing, laughing and 
sharing a holiday meal 
with friends.

Saturday, December 7, 2024 
at 11 am in the Gathering Center


Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 27 
to Barbara Eltinge at either 737-8775 or beltinge@icloud.com.

Please indicate any dietary restrictions.

Published: Nov. 22, 2024

Join us for a time of scripture, music and communion followed by 
a time to visit with some of your Asbury First friends:


Monday, December 9 at 2 pm – Linden Knoll


Monday, December 16 at 2 pm – St John’s Meadows
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Tuesday, December 17 at 2 pm – The Highlands at Pittsford



Please feel free to join us at any or all of these services. 


No RSVP is needed. Questions? Feel free to contact Barbara Eltinge at (585) 737-8775 or email beltinge@icloud.com.

Published: Nov. 22, 2024

On December 4, 11 and 18 Kathy Thiel will be speaking at the Wednesday Evening Classes about Death and Dying. Topics to be discussed are preparing for death, the dying process, and the afterlife. We will read scripture and a bibliography will be available.

Please know that all are welcome, whatever your comfort level in this area.

If you are afraid, that is okay. If you have questions, that is okay. We value your opinion and love 
to hear your questions.

Contact Kathy Thiel to learn more at kthiel@asburyfirst.org or call (585) 271-1050 x106.

Published: Nov. 20, 2024

Save the date: Sunday, December 8, after the 11 am service. Join us for our annual Church Conference with District Superintendent Suzanne Block. We’ll reflect on the past year, celebrate our ministry and look ahead to the future.

Your presence is important as we discuss our vision and renew our commitments. Let’s continue growing in faith and serving our world together. If you would like to submit a question to discuss at the conference, please email it to questions@asburyfirst.org.

Published: Nov. 15, 2024

Join us on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10 am – 7 pm at Barnes & Noble Pittsford (3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester) for a day of reading, shopping, and giving back.

When you shop in-store or online at BN.com/bookfairs from December 7–11, use Bookfair ID #12809786 at checkout, and a portion of your purchase will be donated to support Asbury First Library. 


Mark your calendars and help us make a difference — one book at a time!

Published: Nov. 15, 2024

Sunday, December 8, 5 pm in the Gathering Center, Asbury First's Children's Ministry invites you and your kids to enjoy breakfast for dinner, Christmas music, and a very special Christmas story!

Feel free to come in your pajamas as together we will share the magic of the season.

Published: Nov. 15, 2024

Calling All Shepherds & Angels! 


We would love to have your children be part of Asbury First's Christmas pageant this year on December 24, at 4 pm.

Children 3 years old through 5th grade are invited to participate.

Rehearsals occur on Sundays beginning on December 1 during children's Sunday school immediately following the Children's Time in the 11 am service. 


Published: Nov. 8, 2024

On Tuesday, November 19 at 7 pm in the Red Room (1010, COC), you will have a chance to learn about upcoming travel opportunities through Asbury First! You will hear about two potential trips: a young adult (ages 18-35) experience in Taizé, France, and an any-age experience tour of sacred sites in Scotland.

Plan to attend in person or on Zoom if either option interests you! 


Passcode: 578697

Call the church office for details at (585) 271-1050.

Published: Nov. 8, 2024

In partnership with Temple Beth El, the Community Outreach Center will serve a Christmas Day breakfast and hand out holiday gift bags. We welcome donations of hand-knit winter hats to be distributed. Donations can be dropped off at the Community Outreach Center Mondays and Tuesdays 9 am - 3 pm, Wednesdays - Thursdays 7 am - 3 pm, and Fridays 7 - 9 am between now and Christmas.

Please clearly mark donations 
"For Christmas Breakfast."

Published: Nov. 8, 2024

Thank you to the volunteer musicians of the Asbury Orchestra and Director Laurie Kennedy for their contribution to worship this Sunday! If you play an instrument and would like to join them for caroling after service on December 22, rehearsals will be held 9:30 - 10:30 am on December 8 and 15. Contact Laurie for more details at cellokennedy@frontiernet.net.

Published: Nov. 5, 2024

The Thanksgiving In-Gathering, a worship celebration and our biggest donation drive 
of the year, is quickly approaching! Please consider bringing a donation to offer at either of the
worship services on Sunday, November 24. A specific list of needed items is available on our website.

Please consult the list as it contains the items that are most helpful in serving our neighbors. Thank you for your involvement in 
the work of alleviating poverty and homelessness in Rochester!

Visit asburyfirst.org/thanksgiving-in-gathering for a list of items most helpful in serving our neighbors.

Published: Oct. 31, 2024

Kim Hunt-Uzelac, CEO of Family Promise of Greater Rochester, will be speaking at Asbury First on Sunday, November 17 at 9:45 am in Fellowship Hall and on Zoom.

Family Promise assists families at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness to achieve sustainable independence by providing person- centered, holistic services in collaboration with the greater community.

All are invited to attend to learn more about how we can help respond to housing inequity and insecurity.

Published: Oct. 31, 2024

ASBURY FIRST COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS:

November 22 & 23 at 7 pm November 24 at 2 pm Tickets: $15

Visit asburyfirst.org/newsies 
to reserve your seat. For ad sale inquiries, please email theatreads@asburyfirst.org