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. 

Published: Nov. 10, 2022

Saturday, November 12, 10 am–8 pm, Barnes & Noble Pittsford Plaza
Books may be ordered online from November 11-16
Book Fair ID #12633541

Shopping for some intriguing literature, some fun fiction, or a gift for a special person? You can buy books AND support the Asbury First Library at the same time during the Barnes & Noble Book Fair! A percentage of the sales goes to the Asbury First Library and is used to add to the library's book collection. Can’t make it to Pittsford? No problem. Books may be purchased online from November 12–16 at BN.com/bookfairs. Make sure to use the Book Fair ID #12633541. Thanks for your support of our incredible library!

Published: Nov. 2, 2022

Sunday, November 13, Welcome Desk

Need to get your unwanted Halloween candy out of your home? Children’s ministry is collecting the unwanted candy next Sunday the 13th, so that we can package them up for the grocery bag ministry and for college care packages. Please leave your donations at the Welcome Desk. Thanks!

Published: Nov. 2, 2022

Tuesdays, 3 pm, Gathering Center, $10 at the door
Thursdays, 4 pm, Gathering Center, $10 at the door

Dear Asbury Yoga Friends,

I hope you all are well and enjoying the beautiful autumn days!  

Friendly reminder that we will be back on our mats on Tuesday, November 8th at 3pm, in the Gathering Center. I am also very happy to inform you that I will be offering another yoga class on Thursdays at 4pm, starting Thursday, November 10th, in the Gathering Center. I plan to offer this twice per week schedule until the end of 2022.  

I hope to see you all soon. Feel free to reach out with any questions at knoyes710@aol.com.

Gentle Yoga Schedule

Tuesday at 3 pm:      Thursday at 4 pm:
11/8                             11/10
11/15                           11/17
11/22                           12/1
11/29                           12/8
12/6                             12/15
12/13                           12/22
12/20

Published: Oct. 28, 2022

Sundays, October 23, October 30, and November 6, Welcome Hall

It’s time to make sure you have Pie on the table for Thanksgiving dinner – Apple Crumb, Pecan, Strawberry Rhubarb, Pumpkin or Rumbleberry from Special Touch Bakery. The price of each pie is $18 ($20 for Pecan). The Pies are baked by Special Touch Bakery (School of the Holy Childhood). This is an annual fund-raising event for the Flower City Habitat for Humanity and $6 of the cost goes directly into the Harvest Home Coalition fund to support the house we are building for Jennifer and her family at 396 Garson Ave. Order and pay for your pies in the Welcoming Hall on Sundays – October 30 and November 6. The pies can be picked up on Tuesday, November 22 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. So, please support Asbury First’s participation in the building of another home for our community and get a delicious pie as well. Come and see us in the Welcoming Hall.

Published: Oct. 28, 2022

Hunting for a book to participate in one of the classes being offered at Asbury First?

Look no further.

The church library, off the gathering space, has copies of the books being read at the church classes and they are free for your use. Books currently being studied by our church groups can be found in the church library (The Soul of America) for Mike’s Wednesday class, The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times for the Women on Wednesday group, and the church-wide read book 400 Souls: A Community History of African America 1619-2019.

And, if you are looking for books on the bible for use in the Disciples groups, take a look at the wide variety of Bibles in the church library. While you are there, you could also find the books on devotions that might be useful in any of your group meetings. The church library is open when the church is open. Checking out a book is easy. You simply sign the library card in the front of the book and deposit the card in the box on the library desk. The book is yours for the reading. Come check us out.

Published: Oct. 26, 2022

Performances:
Friday, November 11, 7 pm, Fellowship Hall
Saturday, November 12, 7 pm, Fellowship Hall
Sunday, November 13, 1 pm, Fellowship Hall

The show will run Friday - Sunday, Nov. 11-13, 7pm on Friday & Saturday, 1pm on Sunday. Based on the beloved Peanuts comic strip by Charles Schulz, Snoopy!!!, sparkles with wit and warmth as it depicts life as seen through the eyes of Schulz's unforgettable characters. Snoopy is the follow up show to You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.

All tickets are $10 and all proceeds support the Asbury first youth programming & missions. 

To purchase tickets visit asburyfirst.org/snoopy.

Published: Oct. 26, 2022

Can we find 1,010 people to pray for 1010 East Avenue?

For two weeks leading up to the Advent season and surrounding the dedication of our new Outreach Center, you are invited to join our Outreach Center Virtual Vigil. You can participate by simply taking time from November 12-27 to pray for our neighbors, volunteers, community and ministries. Click here for a prayer booklet and to sign up so that we know how many people are participating! Hard copy booklets are also available on campus.