The “Thanks for Giving” Food and Supply Drive to benefit the Allentown Rescue Mission will be held October 12 – November 15. Drop off your donations in the marked bins at Asbury.
Find a list of the most-needed items (and other item suggestions) on the Rescue Mission’s website.
Thank you for your many years of supporting this annual food drive!
Sarah Circle will meet on Wednesday, October 21 at 6:45 PM in Room 215
The group will be reading and discussing “Joyful Anyway” by Kate Bowler. Attendees are asked to read the first chapter prior to the meeting.
Group leader Dot Hess says: “As always we welcome new members.”
Group contact: Dot Hess
Named after Sarah (an older mother who LAUGHS), the Sarah Circle meets both on- and off-site, in-person, hybrid, and via Zoom. Meetings focus on discussion of a chosen study book with an occasional special program. Fellowship is an integral part of the group. In December and June the group meets for dinner and enjoys several fun outings throughout the year. Monthly meetings are hybrid, which allows members who have moved, or have other restrictions, to continue participating. At Christmas, the group adopts a family in need. Most members have adult children in their 20’s and 30’s. Some are blessed with grandchildren. The group welcomes new members… especially those who laugh! Sarah Circle celebrated its 30th year in 2022.
Save the date! The annual Holiday Bazaar is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, from 8:30 AM – 3 PM. All updates and more information can be found at asburylv.org/bazaar.
Asbury in Mission (AIM) is holding a Mission Fair this Sunday (October 4) highlighting each one of our 17 local mission partners! Stop by the Community Room (held in the Parlor) after worship to explore all of the organizations represented and see how you can serve as God’s hands and feet right here in the Lehigh Valley!
Priscilla Circle will meet on Tuesday, October 13, at 7:00 PM in Room 217
The Circle will meet and discuss Chapter 2: “Simon, Do You See This Woman?” from Adam Hamilton’s book, “Luke – Jesus & The Outsiders, Outcasts & Outlaws.” Dick Parks will be the group’s guest presenter. All women are welcome.
Complete this form to contact group leaders Judy Whitby and Brenda Baxter to receive more information.————————–
Upcoming 2026-2027 Priscilla Circle Meeting Dates: November 10, December 8, January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8
Susanna Circle will meet Thursday, October 8, at 1PM in the Parlor
The group’s speaker will be Lindi Miles, Senior Regional Dietician for Weis Markets. Her presentation will focus on women’s nutrition. All women are welcome to attend.
Click to complete a form to contact the Susanna CircleUpcoming Susanna Circle Meeting Dates: additional Fall 2026 dates TBA
Your hands and your heart can help provide a full stomach for those in need in developing nations! The Rise Against Hunger Experience, a meal-packing event where we will team up with Rise Against Hunger to package 20,000 meals, is taking place on Saturday, October 17, with shifts spanning periods between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM in the Wesley Center. This is the ninth time Asbury has participated in this event, sponsored by Asbury in Mission. We hope you’ll consider being a part of this Church-wide opportunity to take part in sharing Christ’s love and compassion!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Follow this link to register now (leads to an external website).
There is no cost to be part of this life-giving mission, but for reference, each meal costs $0.33 – a small price to make a big difference!
More about Rise Against Hunger
Rise Against Hunger is driven by the vision of a world without hunger. Their mission is to end hunger in our lifetime by providing food and life-changing aid to the world’s most vulnerable and by creating a global commitment to mobilize the critical resources. They are committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #2 of ending hunger by 2030.
Help raise funds for an emerging spiritual community in the Lehigh Valley and beyond!
The Blank Slate Community, facilitated by Rev. Sue Pizor Yoder, is holding a “Slater Soup” sale.
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup can be purchased for a suggested donation of $12/quart. Orders must be placed by September 26 and paid in advance. Pickup dates at Asbury are Saturday, October 3, from 1 PM – 2 PM; and Sunday, October 4, from 12 PM – 1 PM.
Learn more on the Blank Slate website and access their order form here.
Priscilla Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 8, at 7:00 PM in Room 217
The Circle will begin a new study, “Luke – Jesus & the Outsiders, Outcasts and Outlaws” by Adam Hamilton. Ann Lee will present the first chapter, “Lifting Up the Lowly.” All women are welcome.
Complete this form to contact group leaders Judy Whitby and Brenda Baxter to receive more information.————————–
Upcoming 2025-2026 Priscilla Circle Meeting Dates: June 9
Next gathering September 13, 4 PM – 5 PM, at the home of group facilitator Ashton Strohl (address will be shared following registration)
Join the Heart to Heart women’s circle as they gather to navigate life together! The initial set of gatherings (August – November) will focus on parenting children and supporting their spiritual development, primarily focusing on pre-K-aged children through teenagers. Additional sessions may continue with that topic or could explore new areas. Be part of this new circle as they chart their path!
Additional meeting dates: October 18 and November 15
Use the form below to register or contact group facilitator Ashton Strohl
We apologize, but this group is at capacity. Please check back for future sessions of Starting Point!
Theology on tap!
Looking for an open place to discuss your faith? Nothing is off-limits at Brewology. Dates for late 2026 have been announced! Mark your calendar for October 8, November 12, and December 10; and visit asburylv.org/brewology to learn more.
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team is holding a Flu, COVID, and RSV Shot Clinic on Sunday, October 11, from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the Aldersgate Room.
High dose and standard flu vaccine, Covid vaccine, and RSV vaccines all available. All 3 vaccines can be given together on the same day. CDC allows 4 months between Bivalent Covid injections.
For each dose given, $5 dollars will be donated to missions at Asbury.
Dr. Anu Silvonek, a St. Luke’s infectious disease physician, will be present to answer any immunization questions.
About Asbury’s Health Ministry:
Asbury’s Health Ministry strives to promote informative subjects to increase mind, body, and spiritual growth for all members – from toddlers through seniors. Visit their page to learn more about their ministry.
The Faith and Flavor Small Group provides an opportunity to consume member culinary creations while discussing God’s words and teachings.
This group is limited to 8 participants, so don’t wait to register!
Sessions will be held on Sunday evenings, beginning September 20, from 5 PM – 7 PM at the home of group leaders Jeff and Nancy Dutt (address will be sent upon registration).
Register now at asburylv.org/FaithAndFlavor
Join an Asbury Deep Roots team for an eight-week challenge where teams of 3–5 men compete against other teams from churches and groups across the Lehigh Valley in physical, relational, and spiritual challenges. Asbury’s coordinator, Jon Strohl, says “this is a great opportunity to build deeper faith and community.”
Visit asburylv.org/DeepRoots to be sent to Priority One’s registration website, select Asbury as your church, and select “I’m joining someone else’s team.”
After you register, Jon (Asbury’s coordinator) will reach out to coordinate forming the Asbury teams. Each team will set their own weekly meeting time and location; and remote participation is available.
The series kicks off September 12.
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team works to help educate Asbury’s congregation on all things connected to health. Read their August education article. “Raising Resilient Kids,” and visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
“The Chosen” Small Group is back for the fall season! Led by Judy Ehninger, this study will meet Sundays from September 13 – November 8 at 6:30 PM in the Parlor / Community Room (Room 201). The study is centered on season 4 of the television show “The Chosen,” which is about the life of Jesus.
Bring an appetite for your spiritual growth this fall!
On Monday nights from September 21 – October 26 (a 6-week period), join us for a light meal and a small group of your choosing.
The light meal will be served in the Parlor (Room 201) between 6 PM and 6:30 PM.
Then, choose from one of three group offerings:
We hope you’ll join us for this enriching season!
Registration is now closed. Please watch for future opportunities!
Join the Men’s Social Group on September 23 for an outing to the John James Audobon Center at Mill Grove, in Montgomery County, PA . The day will include time at the museum and a tour of the historic house.
Meet to carpool in one of two locations: the rear parking lot of Asbury at 9 AM or Hobby Lobby in Trexlertown at 9:15 AM.
Click to contact the group and get connected!Group contact: David Torrey
Join us in worship from August 9 – 23 as we welcome a series of special guest speakers in our “Voices” series. Pastor Eric says: “‘Voices’ is an opporunity to hear some inspiring advice on some important topics in our world today.”
On August 9, we’ll be joined by Rev. Dr. Grace Ji-Sun Kim, who will be making a presentation on her latest book “When God Became White.”
On August 16, Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, who presides over the Eastern Pennsylvania and Greater New Jersey Conferences, will have a conversation with Pastor Eric on the state of the United Methodist Church.
On August 23, Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg from Congregation Keneseth Israel in Allentown will join us to help provide a better understanding of Judaism.
Visit the “Voices” sermons series page for more information.
Please note: August 9 will have a special worship time – one service at 10 AM.
Join us for a special time of worship this Sunday, August 2, at 10 AM at Musikfest! The Praise Band, Pastor Eric, and Pastor Rick will be leading the service at Plaza Tropical!
