WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 11 a.m.
Handel
Arioso
Dr. Tim Stewart, guest organist
O STORE GUD
How Great Thou Art
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. John Uldrick
HYMN NO. 362
I Love You, Lord
I LOVE YOU, LORD
SCRIPTURE
Psalm 103:1–5
Rev. Uldrick
All: Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and do not forget all His benefits—Who forgives all your iniquity, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from the Pit, Who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, Who satisfies you with good as long as you live so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. ANTHEM
My Eternal King
Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Tim Stewart, organ
A LITANY OF GIVING AS PRAISE
Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 11 a.m.
Calvin: Let our praise and worship move us out of these walls and into a world in need. All: As a church family, let us continue to give, love and serve with thankful hearts. Amen.
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 323
WORSHIP OF GOD
Marshall
Maria Harle and Calvin Milam
Maria: In the presence of God, we gather as a faith community to offer praise through generous giving. Calvin: We are reminded of Hebrews 13:5, where we are assured that God will never leave us or forsake us. All: God's unwavering commitment invites us to respond in gratitude and worship. Maria: We understand that giving is an act of trust in God's eternal faithfulness. Calvin: In Romans 12:1-2, the Apostle Paul encourages us, "I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, on the basis of God’s mercy, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your reasonable act of worship." All: We acknowledge that our gifts are tangible expressions of our dedication to God. Maria: Let us remember that our giving is not confined to material possessions alone. We also give our time, our talents and our love in service to God and neighbor. Calvin: When we give, we align our hearts and actions with God's divine mission. We seek transformation, that we may discern what is good and perfect in God’s sight. All: May our lives be living sacrifices, dedicated to God's glory. Maria: We give, not out of compulsion, but with joy, as a form of worship.
OFFERTORY
Bach
Dearest Jesus, We Are Here
Dr. Tim Stewart, guest organist
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
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 SCRIPTURE
Rev. Dr. Becky Shoaf Matthew 22:15–22
(p. 803–804 in your pew Bible)
HYMN NO. 7 SERMON
Worthy of Worship
Howell Williams
JUDSON
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth How Much of You Does Your Political Party Get?
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 49
As the Deer
AS THE DEER
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Rev. Jonathan Hall
BENEDICTION
Dr. Hollingsworth
POSTLUDE
Triumphal March
Dr. Tim Stewart, guest organist
T.G. Stewart
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.
SECOND-PONCE WORSHIP STAFF Dr. Dock Hollingsworth, Senior Pastor
Verleen Baerg, Organist 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
CHURCH IN CONFERENCE Today | After Worship | Fellowship Hall & On Zoom | Lunch Cost: $8 Our budget and leadership election Church in Conference is happening today after worship! Even if you didn't RSVP for the meal, you can still stay and participate in fellowship and important church business! WEEK 4: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG October 22–28 | Week 4 Focus: Giving is Praise | www.spdl.org/october We give out of the overflow of our heart’s praise of God. Rather than focusing on what you are giving up, focus on your giving as an act of worship. • Read: Hebrews 13:15; Romans 12:1–2 • Consider: How can your giving be a sacrifice of praise? How could it be a living sacrifice to God? How can you change your life and habits to reflect this sacrifice? • Act: Listen to praise music each morning, during the commute, on the way to school or while enjoying a 2nd cup of coffee. Offer praise to God. • Listen: Find our specially curated playlists at www.spdl.org/october. YOUTH PIZZA & PUMPKINS Today | 5–7 p.m. | Youth Courtyard | Cost: Free Hey youth, come hang out, eat pizza and carve pumpkins! RSVP not required.
COMING UP All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. SUPPER & SPDLU | 4-PART SERIES Wednesday, October 25 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child | Fellowship Hall & Zoom Join us for a delicious meal followed by part two 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: Chicken enchiladas, rice, black beans, chips & dip, salad and dessert. RSVP is required for the meal by Monday, October 23 at Noon. 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. HOW YOU CAN HELP: • Fall Fest candy collection bins are in the Welcome Center! So, start buying your individually wrapped goodies now and bring them to church. • We need folks to: 1. Host trunks and 2. Participate in the chili cook-off. If you're interested, email Allie at aosborne@spdl.org.
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! 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 and apple cobbler. RSVP by November 5 at www.spdl.org/rsvp. 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. 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! YOUNG ADULT DINNER Tuesday, November 14 | 7:15 p.m. | Café Agora (Buckhead location) Hey, young adults! Join us for our November dinner at Café Agora. The cost is your own meal. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp. KIDS' CLUB FRIYAY Friday, November 17 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Cost: $20/child Don't miss this sports-themed Kids' Club FriYAY! Kids, get ready for a fun evening that includes a meal, Bible stories, games, snacks and crafts. Space is limited, so sign up soon! Register by Wednesday, November 15, at spdl.org/rsvp. 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, Alabama for CBF’s Winter Youth Summit. 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.
Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.
WELCOME TO WORSHIP
October 22, 2023 TODAY'S MESSAGE
How Much of You Does Your Political Party Get? Matthew 22:15–22
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Senior Pastor
WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 12:15 p.m. Church in Conference 5 p.m. Youth Pizza & Pumpkins
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 6:30 p.m. Women's Fellowship 8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom
MONDAY, OCTOBER 23 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 2 p.m. Fall Fest
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25 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
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study* 11 a.m. Worship* 12:15 p.m. Reception for Verleen Baerg *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