Order of Worship 1/21/24 by Second-Ponce

WORSHIP OF GOD Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 11 a.m.

PRELUDE

Thou Art Worthy

SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director

arr. Christopher

WORSHIP OF GOD Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 11 a.m.

SCRIPTURE

1 Corinthians 7:29–31

Carson Snipes

(p. 930 in your pew Bible)

WORSHIP OF GOD Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 11 a.m. WE'RE "PEOPLE PEOPLE" FOR GUESTS WE HAVEN'T MET YET

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 566

HYMN SHEET ST. ANNE

O God, Our Help in Ages Past

WELCOME & INVOCATION SCRIPTURE

Rev. John Uldrick Psalm 62:5–12

Rev. Jonathan Hall

Leader: For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from Him.

SERMON

ANGEL’S STORY

O Jesus, I Have Promised Did Paul Get This One Wrong?

HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 500

Dr. Dock Hollingsworth

Just As I Am

WOODWORTH

(Verses 1, 2 & 5) Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.

People: He alone is my Rock and my Salvation, my Fortress; I shall not be shaken. On God rests my deliverance and my honor; my mighty Rock, my refuge is in God.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT

Leader: Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.

BENEDICTION

People: Those of low estate are but a breath, those of high estate are a delusion; in the balances they go up; they are together lighter than a breath.

POSTLUDE

Rev. Uldrick Dr. Hollingsworth

Allegro assai vivace (from Sonata I) Jack Mitchener, organ

Felix Mendelssohn

Leader: Put no confidence in extortion, and set no vain hopes on robbery; if riches increase, do not set your heart on them. People: Once God has spoken; twice have I heard this: that power belongs to God, and steadfast love belongs to you, O Lord. For You repay to all according to their work. HYMN NO. 550 ANTHEM

We’re Marching to Zion

MARCHING TO ZION

Worthy of Worship

York/Blankenship, arr. Fettke

Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra

OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY

Rev. Milligan Burroughs Hall Be Thou My Vision SPdL Orchestra

DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow

arr. Cranfill

OLD 100TH

Children K–5 may leave during this time for Kids Worship. Parents, please pick up your children in room C-305 of the Children's Building after the service.

PASTORAL PRAYER

Rev. Allie Osborne

LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER Reverend Milligan Burroughs Hall—who joined Second-Ponce last year—is the Family Activities Program Coordinator at FOCUS, an organization that helps families of children with disabilities. She was ordained last fall after obtaining a bachelor’s degree from the University of Hawaii and a master’s degree from McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University. Milligan loves reading, playing with her kitten and spending time with her husband, Jonathan, our Minister of Community and Student Discipleship.

Welcome to church! Make yourself at home here! Settle in for a transformative and joyful hour of worship. We'd love to be helpful in your faith journey. There's a green card in the pew rack—I'm New Here. Use it to share as much information as you like and drop it in the offering plate. We understand that some people are hesitant to fill out church cards. It's true—a member of our pastoral staff will reach out, but you won't be flooded with calls, emails or requests. Engagement with us will be at your own pace; we just want to know who you are and how we can pray for you. FOR GUESTS WE KNOW & CHURCH MEMBERS Welcome back to church! Your presence is part of what makes Sundays at Second-Ponce so wonderful. If you're a guest who's ready to take the next step or a church member who wants to deepen your involvement, fill out the red pew card—I'm a Regular—and drop it in the offering plate. Let us know how we can help.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NO "INSIDER" LANGUAGE HERE We're sharing definitions of a few words you may hear or read today. • Church in Conference: Once per quarter, our church family gathers to share a meal and discuss what's going on in the life of Second-Ponce. • Councils: Our congregational leadership structure is divided into four councils named after each of our core values: Community, Discipleship, Missions and Worship. • Doxology: The Doxology is a short hymn of praise. We use it as transition music when children leave the Sanctuary for Kids Worship. • Invocation: The first prayer of a worship service invoking the spirit of God to be with us as we worship. • Prime Timers: Our vibrant senior adult ministry • SPdL: An abbreviation for Second-Ponce de Leon. We pronounce it "Spee-duhl." • SPdLU: SPdLU—Second-Ponce de Leon University—is our Wednesday night time of adult discipleship where we study relevant topics or books of the Bible. CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP We love to see children at Second-Ponce, and we have a Kids’ Club area just for them! It's one floor up from the Sanctuary, and our greeters will be happy to show you the way. In the Kids' Club, there’s a nursery and Kids Worship for babies–5th grade. You may take your children to the Kids' Club before the service or, if you prefer, they can stay with you in the Sanctuary for the entire hour or until the Doxology (when kids leave with children's ministry leaders). After worship, pick them up in the Kids’ Club. HOW TO JOIN Second-Ponce enthusiastically welcomes you to make a commitment to Christ and our community of faith. At any time during the Hymn of Response, simply walk to the front of the Sanctuary where a member of our ministry team will greet you with warmth and joy. If you're uncomfortable being "in the spotlight," but still want to join–that's ok! Speak with one of our ministers after worship and they'll walk you through an alternate plan.

CHURCH IN CONFERENCE Church in Conference is happening today after worship! Even if you didn't RSVP for the meal, you can still stay and participate in some fellowship and important church business!

COMING UP

SUPPER & SPDLU Wednesday, January 24 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Discipleship at 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall and on Zoom | Supper Cost: $8/adult; $5/child Join us for supper & SPdLU this week! On the menu: Meatloaf, mac & cheese, vegetable, salad, rolls and dessert. After the meal, Rev. John Uldrick will lead us in The Lord's Prayer Part 3: Forgive … As We Forgive. RSVP by Noon, Monday, 1/22. You can find recordings of past sessions on our website at spdl.org/faithresources. YOUTH PASS THE PLATE SUNDAY Sunday, January 28 | Worship at 11 a.m. | Lunch at Moe's Sunday, January 28, we’ll lead in worship by passing the offering plate. This special and important opportunity happens on the 4th Sunday of every month. Put “Pass the Plate” Sundays on your calendar! SPECIAL SUNDAY We're excited to share a couple of special opportunities happening Sunday, February 4. • Children and youth will have a combined Sunday School hour to prepare ashes for Ash Wednesday. • It's a pulpit swap! In worship, we'll welcome Rev. Caroline Smith, senior pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Duluth, to share a sermon with us while our own Rev. Allie Osborne shares her message with the congregation at Parkway. This creative worship experience allows us, as a church family, to affirm God's call for women to preach the gospel. YOUTH PARENT MEETING Sunday, February 11 | After Worship | Youth Area After worship Sunday, February 11, youth and parents are invited to eat and meet as we look ahead to student ministry in 2024. The lunch entree and drinks will be provided and we're asking you to bring sides and/or desserts. RSVP to Jonathan by Thursday, February 8. ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE Wednesday, February 14 | Following Fellowship Supper (6:15 p.m.) | Chapel Join us as we begin the Lenten season with Ash Wednesday worship on February 14. After Fellowship Supper, we'll move to the Chapel and share in a deeply meaningful time together. Children and youth will participate in worship, but childcare will be available. PRIME TIMER'S VALENTINE'S LUNCH Thursday, February 15 | 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $10/person It's true—the Prime Timers' Valentine's lunch will be a day late this year. But that gives us 24 extra hours to plan! Join us Thursday, February 15 for MORE fun, MORE love, MORE friendship and MORE laughs! On the menu: chicken parm, penne pasta, salad, garlic bread and dessert. RSVP by Sunday, February 11.

COMING UP KIDS' CLUB VALENTINE'S FRIYAY | "LOVE GOD, LOVE EACH OTHER" Friday, February 16 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Ages 0–5th grade | $20/child Get ready for a fun-filled evening for kids that includes a meal, a Bible story, games and crafts while parents can enjoy some time together! Children ages 0–5th grade are welcome! Cost is $20/child and space is limited! Sign up by Wednesday, 2/14. WOMEN'S RETREAT Friday–Sunday, March 8–10 | Pinnacle Retreat Center | Clayton, GA Cost: $170/person (double occupancy) Join us for fellowship, study and fun in the North GA mountains! Our special guest, Rev. Heather Webb, will lead us in exploring how we can apply Jesus' "I Am" statements from John's gospel to our daily lives.If you have questions or want to see the weekend's agenda, reach out to the retreat team at womensministry@spdl.org. MEN'S CHOIR Sunday, March 10 | During Worship | 11 a.m. | Sanctuary Sunday, March 10, our worship music will be led by a men's choir, and we'd love for you to join! SPdL women will be away at their retreat, so this is a great chance to showcase our bass, baritone and tenor voices. All men—even if you've never performed in the choir before—are welcome to participate! No experience needed; only a joyful spirit required. Reach out to Bill Gabbard, minister of music, for more information at bgabbard@spdl.org. ATLANTA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK HUNGER WALK/RUN Sunday, March 10 | Noon–4 p.m. | Event begins at 2 p.m. Pre-Registration: $30/walk; $40/run | Onsite Registration: $35/walk; $45/run The Missions Council invites you to join the Second-Ponce team for Atlanta Community Food Bank's annual Hunger Walk/Run. This event is an integral fundraising, community building and awareness initiative of the ACFB. We distribute more than 97 million meals annually, throughout 29 Georgia counties, to over 700 partner agencies including pantries, community kitchens, daycares and senior centers (ACFB website). After worship, we'll change into our walk/run clothes and carpool to MARTA. You can purchase lunch at the event or make your own arrangements. Sign up by Friday, March 8. For more information, reach out to Drew Kelly, missions council chair, at drewkellyatl@gmail.com | 678.480.0375.

WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 12:15 p.m. Church in Conference

FRIDAY, JANUARY 26 Children's Retreat (Jan. 26–28)

MONDAY, JANUARY 22 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due

SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Study Children, Youth & Adults* 11 a.m. Worship* 12:15 p.m. Youth Lunch at Moe's

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 9:30 a.m. BSF Women's Bible Study 5 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6 p.m. Adult Discipleship (SPdLU)* 6 p.m. Activities for Children & Youth 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

*This event is available in person and online (via Zoom, YouTube or Facebook; check event details)

Dynamic Intentional Joyful MISSIONS DISCIPLESHIP WORSHIP COMMUNITY

AFTER WORSHIP

IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH

Focused

IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH

Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.

January 21, 2024

WELCOME TO WORSHIP We're glad you're here!

TODAY'S MESSAGE

Did Paul Get This One Wrong? 1 Corinthians 7:29–31

Dr. Dock Hollingsworth | Senior Pastor Paul declares that the days are short and that “the present form of this world is passing away”. More than 2,000 years have passed. Did Paul get this wrong? Paul encourages these early believers to lift their eyes and measure their living with a Kingdom perspective.

Second-Ponce Worship Team DR. DOCK HOLLINGSWORTH Senior Pastor REV. JOHN ULDRICK Associate Pastor JOY CALLAWAY Pianist ANNELIESE DEPENTHAL Music Ministry Intern BILL GABBARD Minister of Music

REV. JONATHAN HALL Minister of Community & Student Discipleship DR. JACK MITCHENER Organist REV. ALLIE OSBORNE Minister of Missions & Children's Discipleship RICHARD ROGERS Director of Orchestra