News

  • Older Adult Christmas Lunch

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    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.

  • Older Adult: ADVENT COMMUNION SERVICES

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    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.

  • Death and Dying

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    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.

  • Church Conference December 8

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    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.

  • Support Asbury First Library at the Barnes & Noble Book Fair!

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    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!

  • Advent Winter Wonder Night

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    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.

  • Asbury First Christmas Pageant

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    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. 


  • Travel Opportunities!

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    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.

     

  • Attention Knitters!

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    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."

  • Asbury Orchestra: Thank you

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    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.

  • Thanksgiving In-Gathering

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    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.

  • Family Promise (Formerly RAIHN)

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    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.

  • Disney's Newsies Jr

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    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

  • Library Scavenger Hunt

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    Published: Oct. 24, 2024

    Did you know that Asbury First has an amazing library? It is right off the gathering space and has a huge variety of books for kids and adults! In November, the library committee is hosting a Get To Know Your Library Scavenger Hunt. Stop by the library and pick up a clue form. When complete, make sure your name is on the form and place it in the library book return. Three people will be selected from all correct entries to receive a prize.

    The Scavenger Hunt runs through Sunday, November 24.

  • Finding God in the "Devil's Music"

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    Published: Oct. 24, 2024

    Wednesdays, November 6, 13 and 20, 6 - 7 pm Wesley Hall and Zoom.

    When rock and roll emerged in the 1950s, ministers and other religious folk denounced it for its corrupting influence, some referring to it as the “devil’s music”. But for Asbury First member John Foster, rock era music opened the door to considering a broad array of themes about life, some quite spiritual. This series will explore some of John’s favorite rock era music with that spiritual connection.

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