At Second-Ponce A biweekly publication celebrating the life of Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church VOLUME LXXXIII • FEBRUARY 6, 2019
FAMILIES SERVED through our food drive in support of Buckhead Christian Ministry
BCM FOOD DRIVE UPDATE This is what generosity looks like, and food is still coming in! We exceeded our goal of feeding 100 families and instead are providing meals for 140 families! Praise God! Thank you for being the church and the hands and feet of Christ. - Josh Scott, Engaged Team Staff Liaison
WORSHIP WITH US Sundays | 11 a.m. | Sanctuary FEBRUARY 3 Obadiah: Proud Heart, Soaring Eagle and Looted Goods Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Obadiah 1-14
FEBRUARY 10 Zechariah: Silver, a Donkey and a Waterless Pit Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Zechariah 9:1-10
FEBRUARY 17 Malachi: Ancestors, Tithes and Locusts Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Malachi 3:6-12
SINGLE FRIENDS OF ALL AGES, CHECK THIS OUT E-mail Ashley Webb to RSVP: ashley.webb@harrynorman.com
FEBRUARY 24 Children's Ministry Sunday On this special Sunday, our children will lead in worship and Rev. Heather Webb, associate pastor to children & families, will offer a sermon.
Miss a service or sermon? Watch full worship services at www.spdl.org/sermons
SERMON MANUSCRIPTS ARE NOW ONLINE www.spdl.rg/worship
ANSWERING THE CALL TO PRAY: A PRAYER WORKSHOP
LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Saturday, March 23; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; Cathedral of St. Philip Looking for a way to spiritually prepare for Holy Week during the season of Lent? Desiring to learn more about prayer? Answering the Call to Pray is a workshop with a focus on seeking the presence and love of God in our lives through prayer. The event is being co-sponsored by Second-Ponce with the Cathedral of St. Philip, the Cathedral Bookstore and the Cathedral of Christ the King. Three sessions will be led by Carl McColman, a Christian writer, speaker and teacher from Decatur. The cost is $25 (with lunch included). The SPdL Teaching Church Team is pleased to sponsor the registration fee for the first 15 members who register by contacting Karen Harwell no later than March 15. For additional information look for the brochure at the Welcome Center or contact Karen (kharwell@spdl.org or 404-591-4357).
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2019 JUNE 3-7; 9 A.M.-NOON At Roar, kids discover that God is good even when life gets wild! Children will participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teambuilding games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Wild Bible Adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s love and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with the Safari Celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned.
REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, FEB 15 AT WWW.SPDL.ORG/VBS
MIAMI MISSION TRIP INFORMATIONAL MEETING Sunday, March 24 in the Dr. Ryland Knight Room following worship
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Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all people. Psalm 96:3
Once again, SPdL is sending a mission team to Touching Miami with Love (TML) in Miami, Florida. Learn more about going on this trip or how to lend your support from home by attending this meeting or checking out the Team Member and Shareholder brochures available in the Welcome Center and Narthex. Contact Heather Webb with questions at hwebb@spdl.org.
REFUGE SKI TRIP FEB 15-17 LAST DAY TO REGISTER:
TOMORROW FEBRUARY 7 E-mail Josh Scott at jscott@spd.org
FEATURED READING FROM THE SPdL LIBRARY By John Roma, Church Librarian Preaching the Word is a New Testament Biblical Commentary series by Smyth & Helwys. Our pastor, Dock Hollingsworth, wrote about apostle Paul's letters to the Colossians and sermons he gave on this bible book. This commentary also contains Bill Ireland's sermons on Biblical books Philippians & Philemon.
FELLOWSHIP SUPPER FEBRUARY MENU Adults: $7 | Children: $3.50 LITE CHEF SALAD: Ham, turkey, cheese, tomatoes & hard boiled eggs served over fresh greens
Wonderful reference material is here in the Church Library to research or plan a Bible study.
GREEK WRAP: Grilled chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, olives, banana peppers, feta & Greek dressing in a wrap
Hours: Sunday, 9:30-11 a.m.; Wednesday, 4-7:15 p.m.
TUNA SALAD PLATE: Tuna salad served with fresh fruit
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY SUNDAY Sunday, February 24 at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary Mark your calendar now for this special Sunday where our children will lead us in worship!
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT & KIDS CLUB PARTY Friday, February 15; 5–9 p.m. Parents are invited to drop off the kids and enjoy an evening out! From 5–9 p.m., the Kids' Club will have a fun-filled Valentines celebration complete with a meal and snacks for only $10 per child. Childcare for infants is available during the event if needed. Note that while the children’s party will run from 5–9 p.m. there is flexibility to pick up kids with earlier bed times at any point throughout the evening. For more information, contact Heather Webb at hwebb@spdl.org.
FEBRUARY 6 Breaded and baked tilapia, buttered potatoes, peas, corn, rolls, salad & ice cream Kids: Fish sticks, french fries, fruit & dessert
FEBRUARY 13 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls, salad & chocolate brownie parfait Kids: Pizza, cheese sticks, fruit & dessert
FEBRUARY 20 Fried chicken, potato salad, mixed vegetables, salad, rolls & banana pudding Kids: Fried chicken legs & wings, fruit & dessert
FEBRUARY 27
SPdLU'S "THE LIST" CONTINUES Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall Make plans to join us for the remaining 3 weeks of this special series featuring: Feb. 13: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 with Josh Scott IN LOVING MEMORY Feb. 20: James 2:1-26 with Jane Hull Margaret “Peggy” Dudley Joyce Ellington Feb. 27: Revelation 21:1-7; January 3, 2019 January 3, 2019 22:1-5 with David Hull
404.266.8111
2715 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
www.spdl.org
Spaghetti & meat sauce, fried eggplant, garlic bread, salad & cheesecake Kids: Spaghetti, garlic bread, fruit & dessert
The monthly supper menu is also online at www.spdl.org/supper
FEBRUARY 2019 at SPdL 02 SATURDAY
KEEP ATLANTA BEAUTIFUL 10 a.m. in the SPdL Lower Lot
03 SUNDAY
SUNDAY SCHOOL WORSHIP 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.
REFUGE STUDENT GATHERING
REFUGE STUDENT GATHERING
9:45 a.m. in the Youth Area
9:45 a.m. in the Youth Area
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT
Beginning at 5 p.m.
12 TUESDAY
WOMENS’ BIBLE STUDY
SPdL 101 9:45 a.m. in Room B-131
9:30 a.m. in Room B-130
REFUGE STUDENT GATHERING
YOUNG ADULT SMALL GROUP
9:45 a.m. in the Youth Area
FAMILY FELLOWSHIP LUNCH & KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT Beginning at Noon in the Kids’ Club
05 TUESDAY
WOMENS’ BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in Room B-130
WMU MEETING & LUNCH 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall
YOUNG ADULT SMALL GROUP 7 p.m.
06 WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP SUPPER
5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
SPdLU “THE LIST”
7 p.m.
13 WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP SUPPER
5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
SPdLU “THE LIST”
6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
REFUGE YOUTH GATHERING 6 p.m. in the Youth Area
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT 6-7 P.M.
SOUNDS OF FAITH REHEARSAL 6:30 p.m. in the Music Area
SANCTUARY CHOIR REHEARSAL 7:15 p.m. in the Music Area
6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT
14 THURSDAY
6-7 P.M.
REFUGE YOUTH GATHERING 6 p.m. in the Youth Area
SOUNDS OF FAITH REHEARSAL 6:30 p.m. in the Music Area
7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
SENIOR ADULT VALENTINE LUNCH
18 MONDAY
DEACONS’ MEETING 6:30 p.m. in the Kivette Room
19 TUESDAY
WOMENS’ BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in Room B-130
YOUNG ADULT SMALL GROUP 7 p.m.
20 WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP SUPPER
5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
SPdLU “THE LIST”
6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
REFUGE YOUTH GATHERING 6 p.m. in the Youth Area
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT 6-7 P.M.
SOUNDS OF FAITH REHEARSAL 6:30 p.m. in the Music Area
SANCTUARY CHOIR REHEARSAL 7:15 p.m. in the Music Area
ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Noon in the Fellowship Hall
21 THURSDAY
SPdL SINGLES SUPPER CLUB
6:30 p.m. at Pho Bac
6:30 p.m. at BoBo Garden
15 FRIDAY
SANCTUARY CHOIR REHEARSAL
PARENTS NIGHT OUT & KIDS CLUB PARTY
7:15 p.m. in the Music Area
5-9 p.m. in the Dr. Ryland E. Knight Room
ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL
REFUGE SKI TRIP DEPARTS
7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
5 p.m.
10 SUNDAY
17 SUNDAY
9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.
9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL WORSHIP
Beginning at 5 p.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL WORSHIP
SPdL SINGLES SUPPER CLUB
24 SUNDAY
SUNDAY SCHOOL WORSHIP 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.
REFUGE STUDENT GATHERING 9:45 a.m. in the Youth Area
WARM CIDER MEET & GREET Noon on the Lawn
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT Beginning at 5 p.m.
2 7 15 P each tree R oad NE | 404. 266. 8111 | www. s pdl. org
FEBRUARY 2019 at SPdL 25 MONDAY
PRESCHOOL MOMS’ FELLOWSHIP
9:15 a.m. in the FLC Fireside Room
26 TUESDAY
WOMENS’ BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in Room B-130
YOUNG ADULT SMALL GROUP 7 p.m.
27 WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP SUPPER
5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
SPdLU “THE LIST”
6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
REFUGE YOUTH GATHERING 6 p.m. in the Youth Area
KIDS EXPLORE & PARENTS CONNECT 6-7 P.M.
SOUNDS OF FAITH REHEARSAL 6:30 p.m. in the Music Area
SANCTUARY CHOIR REHEARSAL 7:15 p.m. in the Music Area
ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
28 THURSDAY
WOMENS’ MINISTRY FEBRUARY FELLOWSHIP 6:30 p.m. at Maggie Roberts’ home
SPdL SINGLES SUPPER CLUB 6:30 p.m. at Mamak
2 7 15 P each tree R oad NE | 404. 266. 8111 | www. s pdl. org