WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.
arr. Dickinson
All Creatures of Our God and King
SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
SCRIPTURE
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 58
ST. DENIO
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
WELCOME & INVOCATION SCRIPTURE
Rev. Jonathan Hall Jeremiah 29:11–12
Bill Gabbard
All: For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. Then when you call upon Me and come and pray to Me, I will hear you. HYMN NO. 404 ANTHEM
NEED
I Need Thee Every Hour
Fettke
The Majesty and Glory of Your Name Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
When I gaze into the night skies and see the work of Your fingers; The moon and stars suspended in space. Oh, what is man that You are mindful of him? You have given man a crown of glory and honor, And have made him a little lower than the angels. You have put him in charge of all creation: beasts of the field, the birds of the air, the fish of the sea. Oh, what is man? Oh, what is man that You are mindful of him? O Lord, our God the majesty and glory of Your name Transcends the earth and fills the heavens. O Lord, our God; little children praise You perfectly, And so would we, and so would we. Alleluia! Alleluia! The majesty and glory of Your name. Alleluia!
A STORY OF GIVING AS PRAYER OFFERTORY
PASTORAL PRAYER
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Rev. Allie Osborne Isaiah 58:6–8
Katie Milam
(p. 601 in your pew Bible)
HYMN NO. 406
Jesus, Lover of My Soul
ABERYSTWYTH
SERMON
Why Are You Fasting?
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 389 CHILDREN PRAYING Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Dr. Hollingsworth
BENEDICTION
Dr. Hollingsworth
POSTLUDE
Praise Father God, the Son and Holy Ghost Dr. Tim Stewart, organ
T.G. Stewart
SHARING HER GIVING STORY Anne Marie Alexander, a member of Second-Ponce for almost ten years, is currently a Deacon and part of the Open Door Sunday School class. She prays bi-weekly with a small Zoom-based group for the ministries of Second-Ponce. Anne Marie also coordinates the greeter team and the SPdL "bug" ministry (our golf cart shuttle service from the parking lot to the church entrance) where you will see her smiling face in the Welcome Center most Sundays.
WORSHIP OF GOD Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.
WE LOVE MEETING NEW PEOPLE Welcome to worship at Second-Ponce! We hope you find this hour to be joyful and transformative. Our church has something for everyone, and not just on Sundays. During the week, we have special dinners, small groups and Bible studies. Wednesday evenings, we share Fellowship Supper followed by adult discipleship and ageappropriate activities for children and teens. We hope you'll join us! And now that you know a little about us, help us get to know you better by completing the blue or green card located in the pew rack and hand it to a minister or drop it in the offering plate. 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 of one our ministers after worship and they'll walk you through an alternate plan.
ADDITIONAL SUNDAY INFORMATION 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. SHARING PRAYER REQUESTS At Second-Ponce, you have a church family who welcomes the opportunity to join you in prayer. Let us know your prayer needs by filling out a request card located on the back of the pew rack. You can drop it in the offering plate or give it to a member of the Second-Ponce ministerial staff after worship. GIVING AN OFFERING Your financial support of Second-Ponce allows us to carry out the mission God has for our church. There are giving cards in the pew racks that utilize a QR code for making gifts online. You may also drop your offering in the offering plate.
Anne Marie Alexander arr. Cranfill
SECOND-PONCE WORSHIP STAFF Dr. Dock Hollingsworth, Senior Pastor
Verleen Baerg, Organist
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.
Joy Callaway, Pianist Anneliese Depenthal, Music Ministry Intern Bill Gabbard, Minister of Music Rev. Jonathan Hall, Minister of Community and Student Discipleship
Rev. Allie Osborne, Minister of Missions and Children's Discipleship Richard Rogers, Director of Orchestra Rev. John Uldrick, Associate Pastor
IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH TODAY
IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH COMING UP
AFTER WORSHIP: CHURCHWIDE PRAYER WALK Sunday, October 15 | After Worship | Sandwiches & Snacks Available in the Fellowship Hall Before the Walk | After worship, join us to pray for our church, city and neighbors during a churchwide prayer walk. After worship, stop by the Fellowship Hall for finger sandwiches and snacks and then embark on one of the three prayer opportunities: outside route, inside route or in a stationary experience on the Plaza. WEEK 3: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG October 15–21 | Week 3 Focus: Giving is Prayer | www.spdl.org/october All our giving should be an outgrowth of our love for God and others. Our love flows out of what we give– not what we hoard. • Read: 1 John 5:14–15 • Consider: Do you pray about your giving? How could your giving (or increased giving) help break down walls in the world to let in God’s love? • Act: Participate in today's Prayer Walk! And if you can't, drop by the church and walk around the grounds praying for its ministries or take a prayer walk in your neighborhood or near work. Pray about your own generosity and giving. • Listen: Find our specially curated playlists at www.spdl.org/october.
COMING UP All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. SUPPER & SPDLU | NEW 4-PART SERIES Wednesday, October 18 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child | Fellowship Hall & Zoom Join us for a delicious meal followed by part one of a series led by special guest Dr. Robert Nash of the McAfee School of Theology, a SPdL partner in theological education. In his new book, “Moving the Equator,” Dr. Nash makes the compelling argument that God’s desire from the very moment of creation was a diverse world of cultures, languages, worldviews and religions. On the menu for supper: Hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, baked beans, salad, dessert. RSVP is required for the meal by Monday, October 16 at Noon. CHURCH IN CONFERENCE Sunday, October 22 | After Worship | Fellowship Hall & On Zoom | Lunch Cost: $8 Our budget and leadership election Church in Conference is happening Sunday, October 22! On the Menu: Chicken penne pasta primavera, salad, garlic bread, dessert & beverage. RSVP by Thursday, October 19. YOUTH PIZZA & PUMPKINS Sunday, October 22 | 5–7 p.m. | Youth Courtyard | Cost: Free Hey youth, come hang out, eat pizza and carve pumpkins! RSVP not required.
WOMEN'S OCTOBER FELLOWSHIP Thursday, October 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Lee Rountree's Home (Dunwoody) Ladies and friends, please join us on Thursday, October 26 for another Women's Fellowship! Bring your favorite appetizer or salad to share. RSVP on our website at www.spdl.org/rsvp. Address will be provided to those who sign up. FALL FEST Saturday, October 28 | 2-4 p.m. | Cost: Free | Open to the Public Put on your costumes and be our guest, for food and fun at our Annual Fall Fest! Don't miss this fun October tradition featuring trunk or treat, pumpkin carving, food, a chili cook-off, balloon twisting, games, inflatables, prize raffle and football on TV! The event is free and open to the public, so invite your friends! We're proud to partner with the Teal Pumpkin Project by offering treats and trinkets safe for those with food allergies and intolerances.
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. CELEBRATING VERLEEN BAERG Sunday, October 29 | Reception to Follow Worship in the Fellowship Hall Our talented organist, Verleen Baerg, is retiring and we want to honor her 17 years of ministry at Second-Ponce! Sunday, October 29, we’ll celebrate Verleen during worship and then shower her with love and gratitude at a reception in the Fellowship Hall. This is a special Sunday for our church family, so don't miss it! YOUNG ADULT DINNER Tuesday, November 7 | 7:15 p.m. | Café Agora (Buckhead location) Hey, young adults! Join us for our November dinner at Cafe Agora. The cost is your own meal. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.
VETERAN'S DAY LUNCH Thursday, November 9 | 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $10 We're excited to once again honor America's veterans with our annual Veteran's Day Lunch. Everyone is invited to join us Thursday, November 9 for a delicious lunch followed by a patriotic program. On the menu: Pork medallions in marsala sauce, roasted potatoes, garden vegetable medley, salad, rolls, apple cobbler & beverage. RSVP by November 5 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
WELCOME
LUNCH BUNCH SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Sunday, November 12 | 12–2 p.m. | Various Restaurants | Meet at the North Bridge Sunday, November 12, we're encouraging folks to get together after worship in small groups and head out to have lunch together. These Sunday Lunch Bunch groups might be big or small and they'll go to different restaurants. You should join us! Just meet at the North Bridge entrance (near the church office) after worship. Find a group and a restaurant that suits you and off you go! These will be informal, light-hearted fellowship groups, so come prepared to laugh together, swap stories, eat good food and enjoy each other's company. Want more info? Email the Community Council at community@spdl.org. RSVP not required. YOUTH WINTER SUMMIT Friday, January 12 (Leaving SPdL at 5 p.m.)–Sunday, January 14 (Return to SPdL at 4 p.m.) | Huntsville, AL (Hosted by FBC Huntsville) | Cost: $150/person In January, SPdL Youth will travel to Huntsville, Ala. for CBF’s Winter Youth Summit. This year’s theme is “Shine" based on Isaiah 9:2: "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shined." Throughout the weekend, they'll join in worship, breakout sessions, games and fellowship! The cost for the weekend is $150, which covers all events, lodging, transportation and meals at the retreat. Students will bring money to pay for their meals on the road to and from Huntsville. The registration window closes early, so sign up by November 4 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
TO WORSHIP
October 15, 2023
TODAY'S MESSAGE
Why Are You Fasting? Isaiah 58:6–8
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Senior Pastor
WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 12:15 p.m. Churchwide Prayer Walk MONDAY, OCTOBER 16 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 9:30 a.m. BSF Women's 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
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom End of Day Church in Conference RSVP Due SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study* 11 a.m. Worship* 12:15 p.m. Church in Conference *This event is available in person and online (via Zoom, Livestream or Facebook; check event details)
Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church 2715 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, GA 30305 404.266.8111 | www.spdl.org Facebook & Instagram: @secondponce