Thanks to your generosity at the 2025 UWIF Holiday Bazaar, $36,615.70 was raised for scholarships and mission efforts! Thank you to all who made the event a success!
Please note: This book is also the basis of the 2026 Lenten sermon series.
Adult Ministries
Thanks to your generosity at the 2025 UWIF Holiday Bazaar, $36,615.70 was raised for scholarships and mission efforts! Thank you to all who made the event a success!
Join the Men’s Social Group on March 4 for a tour of the bird exhibit at Muhlenberg College. The will meet for coffee at Wegmans at 8:30 AM and then leave via carpool at 9:00 AM for the tour.
Click to contact the group and get connected!Group contact: David Torrey
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team works to help educate Asbury’s congregation on all things connected to health. Read their February education article. “Balance”; and visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
a message from Asbury’s Health Ministry Team
by Mike SIlvonek
The mission of the Health Ministry Team is to integrate health and faith through encouragement of individuals to live healthier lives in mind, body and spirit. Visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
Registration is open now for a 6-week study during the Lenten season, exploring the question: “Why Did Jesus Have to Die?”. Learn more and register now: asburylv.org/WhyDidJesusHavetoDie.
Tonight’s (Tuesday, January 27) session of “Starting Point” has been cancelled due to weather.
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team will hold a free blood pressure screening on Sunday, February 15 from 9 AM -11 AM in the Parlor. Team leader Paige Wendling says: “Our educational topic for this month will be ‘Balance’. We hope you will join us in the Parlor to get your blood pressure taken. If you have any questions related to your blood pressure, or any other health questions, we will gladly answer any questions you may have..”
The mission of the Health Ministry Team is to integrate health and faith through encouragement of individuals to live healthier lives in mind, body and spirit. Visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
Despite the crucifixion’s central place in Christian faith, the New Testament offers few clear answers about how Jesus’ death saves, or why, exactly, he had to die. The New Testament writers use a host of metaphors—ransom, sacrifice, reconciliation, victory—but never explain exactly how it works or why it had to happen this way.
In this six-week study, pastor and best-selling author Adam Hamilton explores if our stumbling block is because we’ve been asking the wrong question. Perhaps instead, we should ask: What if the cross isn’t a transaction to be explained, but a living Word from God meant to transform who we are and how we live?
Please note: This book is also the basis of the 2026 Lenten sermon series.
Complete the form to register for the “Why Did Jesus Have to Die?” study! We pray that you’ll find this study enriching as we journey through the season of Lent together.
a message from Asbury’s Health Ministry Team
by Karen Turi
The mission of the Health Ministry Team is to integrate health and faith through encouragement of individuals to live healthier lives in mind, body and spirit. Visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
Bring an appetite for your spiritual growth this January!
On Tuesday nights from January 13 – February 3 (a 4-week period), join us for a light meal and a small group of your choosing.
The light meal will be served in the Wesley Center between 6 PM and 6:30 PM. Food items may include pizza, sandwiches, tea, coffee, drinks and dessert. There is no charge, but a free-will offering will be collected to help offset the costs of the meal.
Then, choose from one of three group offerings, all taking place from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM:
led by Pastor Rick (Aldersgate Room)
led by Jon Strohl (Room 108)
Family Man is a 4-week small group for men who want to connect with others navigating family life today. Each week we’ll talk about real-life topics such as finding healthy rhythms between work and home, showing up well for our spouse and kids, and making a positive impact in our families and communities. Each week is thoughtfully structured around Scripture and well-researched perspectives on work and family to help guide meaningful conversation. Expect great conversation, practical ideas, and simple weekly challenges to try out. All men are welcome, no matter where you are in your faith journey.
led by Pastor Eric (Youth Lounge)
Everything has a starting point
—your life, your relationships, your education, your career. Sometimes we forget that faith has a starting point as well.
For some of us, our faith journey began in childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, teacher, or pastor. Maybe you developed a framework of faith based on personal experience. Or maybe you had no faith at all. Too often, a faith formed in childhood isn’t strong enough to withstand the pressures of adult life. But what if you could find a new starting point for faith?
Starting Point is a short-term small group gathering for those with questions about faith or those who simply want to learn more about the Bible and Christianity. Whether you are new to the Christian faith, simply curious about it, or reexamining it after time away from church, you’ll appreciate the accepting, conversational, small group environment that this class offers.
We hope you’ll join us for this enriching season!
Let us know below which group you’re interested in!
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team works to help educate Asbury’s congregation on all things connected to health. Read their December education article. “Happy Healthy Safe Holiday Tips”; and visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
a message from Asbury’s Health Ministry Team
by Ellen Sagazio
Happy Healthy Safe Holiday Tips
1. Eat in moderation savoring the favorite foods in smaller portions.
2. Bring a healthy dish with veggies or less fat to a holiday gathering to share.
3. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and reheat to a safe temperature.
4. Take a walk to see light displays like the Lehigh Valley Zoo or neighborhood decorations.
5. Use relaxation techniques like yoga or deep breathing to de-stress from the holiday hustle.
6. Wash hands frequently and stay home if not feeling well to decrease the spread of germs.
7. Get vaccinated with appropriate medicine to protect yourself and others.
8. Lock your car and home; and keep gifts out of sight.
9. Buckle up, avoid cell phone distractions, and drive safely – especially in bad weather.
10.Be generous and kind to others sharing the Christmas spirit!
11.Celebrate Jesus was born to save us all!!
The mission of the Health Ministry Team is to integrate health and faith through encouragement of individuals to live healthier lives in mind, body and spirit. Visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
Don’t miss out an an opportunity to grow together with others this Advent season!
Registration for “Voices of Advent” small groups is open now!
In Voices of Advent, Matthew L. Skinner leads readers through biblical texts and explores how they shape our lives and Christmas celebrations. We listen as Jesus promises to return to us in the future, to John the Baptist as he prepares the way for the Messiah, to the faithful people and poets who anticipate the magnificence of Jesus’s birth, and to the angels and visionaries who praise God when Christmas dawns. Listen carefully to the Bible’s various perspectives that shape our preparations for Christmas; you’ll hear hope in all of them. Voices of Advent helps readers experience Advent not only as the start of the Christian Church Year, but also as the powerful overture that sets the tone for the incredible story of Jesus.
REGISTER NOW at asburylv.org/VoicesOfAdventStudy
Asbury’s Health Ministry Team works to help educate Asbury’s congregation on all things connected to health. Read their recent article. “New Blood Pressure Guidelines”; and visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
a message from Asbury’s Health Ministry Team
by Asbury’s Health Ministries Team
The American Heart Association has published new blood pressure guidelines:
The mission of the Health Ministry Team is to integrate health and faith through encouragement of individuals to live healthier lives in mind, body and spirit. Visit the Health Ministry Team page to learn more about the team and their impact.
The annual Holiday Bazaar is this Saturday (November 8! Learn all about the event at asburylv.org/bazaar.
Donations will be accepted for the Annual Holiday Bazaar beginning this Sunday following the 11 AM worship service.
Information on donations – what items can be accepted and where they can be dropped off – is available now at asburylv.org/bazaar.
Facilitators are needed for this upcoming Advent study, beginning in late November, based on the book Voices of Advent.
In Voices of Advent, Matthew L. Skinner leads readers through biblical texts and explores how they shape our lives and Christmas celebrations. We listen as Jesus promises to return to us in the future, to John the Baptist as he prepares the way for the Messiah, to the faithful people and poets who anticipate the magnificence of Jesus’s birth, and to the angels and visionaries who praise God when Christmas dawns. Listen carefully to the Bible’s various perspectives that shape our preparations for Christmas; you’ll hear hope in all of them. Voices of Advent helps readers experience Advent not only as the start of the Christian Church Year, but also as the powerful overture that sets the tone for the incredible story of Jesus.
WILLING TO FACILITATE A GROUP? Visit asburylv.org/VoicesOfAdventStudy to let us know!
Sunday, December 7, following 11 AM worship
TICKETS ($10/PERSON) ON SALE BEFORE AND AFTER WORSHIP SERVICES ON SUNDAYS, NOVEMBER 16, 23, and 30
Women, don’t miss this opportunity to fellowship and celebrate the Christmas season! This year’s UWIF Christmas Luncheon will be held on Sunday, December 7 in the Wesley Center following the 11 AM worship service. Entertainment will be provided by a string quartet from Parkland High School. This annual luncheon is a great time for Asbury ladies and guests to enjoy fellowship, have a wonderful meal, and hear some delightful Christmas music – a great way to start the Christmas season!
In Voices of Advent, Matthew L. Skinner leads readers through biblical texts and explores how they shape our lives and Christmas celebrations. We listen as Jesus promises to return to us in the future, to John the Baptist as he prepares the way for the Messiah, to the faithful people and poets who anticipate the magnificence of Jesus’s birth, and to the angels and visionaries who praise God when Christmas dawns. Listen carefully to the Bible’s various perspectives that shape our preparations for Christmas; you’ll hear hope in all of them. Voices of Advent helps readers experience Advent not only as the start of the Christian Church Year, but also as the powerful overture that sets the tone for the incredible story of Jesus.
Have a question about a group? Please contact Israel Olivieri, Asbury’s Director of Discipleship and Worship Production.
