WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven arr. Innes Verleen Baerg, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 281 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling BEECHER
WELCOME & INVOCATION Rev. Allie Osborne
SCRIPTURE Psalm 19:1–10; 14 Jennifer Uldrick
Leader: The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims His handiwork. Day to day pours forth speech, and night to night declares knowledge.
People: There is no speech, nor are there words; their voice is not heard;
Leader: Yet their voice goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In the heavens He has set a tent for the sun,
People: Which comes out like a bridegroom from his wedding canopy, and like a strong man runs its course with joy.
Leader: Its rising is from the end of the heavens, and its circuit to the end of them; and nothing is hid from its heat.
People: The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the decrees of the Lord are sure, making wise the simple;
Leader: The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is clear, enlightening the eyes;
People: The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.
Leader: More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey, and drippings of the honeycomb.
People: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to You, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.
HYMN NO. 361 My Jesus, I Love Thee GORDON
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 11 a.m.
OFFERTORY Softly and Tenderly arr. Cutter Jake McWhorter, tenor; Verleen Baerg, organ
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706)
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 11 a.m.
WE LOVE MEETING NEW PEOPLE
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
Jonathan Hall
HYMN NO. 362 I Love You, Lord I LOVE YOU, LORD
SCRIPTURE Philippians 3:4b–14 Bill Gabbard (p. 954–955 in your pew Bible)
SERMON Rubbish Dr. Dock Hollingsworth
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 186
HAMBURG When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT Rev. John Uldrick
BENEDICTION Dr. Hollingsworth
POSTLUDE Chorale and Variations Sweelinck Verleen Baerg, organ
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
ANTHEM Wondrous Love Shaw/Parker
Sanctuary Choir
Anthem lyrics are on the back of today's handout.
A STORY OF GIVING AS LOVE Fred and Vivian Williams
SHARING THEIR GIVING STORY
Fred and Vivian Williams joined Second-Ponce in January, 2020. They were married in 1968 after meeting three years earlier as freshmen at Morris Brown College in Atlanta. After graduation in 1969, they moved to Boston, Massachusetts where Fred earned his MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration, and Vivian worked as a Secretary in the Afro-American Studies Department at Harvard College. After moving back to Atlanta in 1971, both held various positions in accounting and banking. Fred recently retired from heading his own accounting firm. Vivian was previously ordained a Deacon in a sister church where Fred sang in the choir and served on the Board of Trustees.
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
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
JONATHAN HALL'S ORDINATION SERVICE & RECEPTION
Sunday, October 8 Service: 5 p.m. Reception to Follow
We're excited to announce that Jonathan Hall will be ordained this evening and everyone is invited to attend! If you can't be with us in person, watch the service live on our Facebook page.
WEEK 2: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG
October 8–14 Week 2 Focus: Giving is Love 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 Corinthians 16:14; Mark 12:41–44
• Consider: What was the widow’s purpose in giving her all? What do your actions show about your love for God? Love for others? How does your life need to change to reflect those priorities? How does your giving need to change?
• Act: Generously show someone you love them by doing something special, possibly even sacrificial. Consider how you might do the same for God.
• 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
Wednesday, October 11 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child |
Fellowship Hall & Zoom
Join us for a delicious meal followed by special guest Page Fulgham's introduction of his new book, Evil & The Garden of Good: Exploring The Mystery of Suffering. On the menu for supper: roasted chicken, potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls & dessert. RSVP is required for the meal by Monday, October 9 at Noon.
CHURCHWIDE PRAYER WALK
Sunday, October 15 After Worship Sandwiches & Snacks Available in the Fellowship Hall Before the Walk | October 15, we'll pray together 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.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
You can help bring this event to life through four volunteer opportunities: 1. Bring finger sandwiches or snacks, 2. donate bottled water, 3. invite your small group to participate with you and 4. help clean up after the event. Email discipleship@spdl.org to volunteer.
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.
COMING UP
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
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! 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.
WAYS TO HELP
• Donate Candy: Candy collection bins will be out in the Welcome Center following the Garden Hills clothing drive. So, start buying your individually wrapped goodies now and bring them to church beginning Monday, October 9.
• Day-Of Volunteer: 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.
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!
YOUTH FALL RETREAT
November 3-5 Camp Glisson Dahlonega, GA | Cost: $150/camper | Depart SPdL
Friday at 6 p.m. | Return Sunday at Noon
This November, our youth will join with students from across the state for CBF of Georgia's Fall Youth Retreat! Under the theme, Illuminate, our group will worship, dig deeper into discipleship, play a bunch of fun games, make memories together and form new friendships with other campers. The cost of $150/camper includes transportation, meals, lodging and all weekend activities. Register by October 10.
A QUICK LOOK AHEAD
TUES, 11/7
Young Adult Dinner
7:15 p.m.
WED,
THURS,
SUN,
October 8, 2023
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.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8
5 p.m. Jonathan Hall's Ordination* & Reception
MONDAY, OCTOBER 9
Noon THCA Mobile Pantry
Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11
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
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12
9:30 a.m. Prime Timers' Trip
8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
All Day Choir Fun Day at Big Canoe
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15
9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship
9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study*
11 a.m. Worship*
12:15 p.m. Churchwide Prayer Walk
7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal *This