WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director; Joy Callaway, piano soloist
Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 11 a.m.
arr. Doran
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 215
WELCOME, INVOCATION & THE LORD'S PRAYER
DARWALL Rev. Allie Osborne
Our Father Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. SCRIPTURE
PASTORAL PRAYER SCRIPTURE
Rejoice, the Lord Is King
Psalm 78:1–7
HYMN NO. 426 SERMON
Jonah 3:10–4:11
Brendan Hollingsworth
Tell Me the Story of Jesus
STORY OF JESUS
(p. 753 in your pew Bible)
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth What We Don't Like About Compassion
THE LORD'S SUPPER HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 272 They’ll Know We Are Christians
Rev. John Uldrick
People: I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter dark sayings from of old, things that we have heard and known, that our ancestors have told us.
BENEDICTION
Leader: We will not hide them from their children; we will tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and His might, and the wonders that He has done.
POSTLUDE
People: He established a decree in Jacob, and appointed a law in Israel, which He commanded our ancestors to teach to their children; that the next generation might know them, the children yet unborn, and rise up and tell them to their children, so that they should set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep His commandments. Berry
God of Our Praise
Anthem lyric sheets are available where you picked up your bulletin.
OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY
Alison Kosnett Great Is the Lord SPdL Orchestra
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
arr. Winkler 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.
ST. BRENDAN’S
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 11 a.m.
Rev. Jonathan Hall
Leader: Give ear, O my people, to my teaching; incline your ears to the words of my mouth.
ANTHEM
WORSHIP OF GOD
Rev. Uldrick Dr. Hollingsworth
Carillon
Alvin Blount, guest organist
Archer
LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER After representing the United States in their careers abroad, Alison Kosnett and her husband, Phil, returned to America and joined SPdL earlier this year. Alison was born and raised in Atlanta and attended Second-Ponce as a child with her parents, Eunice Elliott and Leon Smith. Alison is a member of the Discipleship Council.
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
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 AFTER WORSHIP
IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH MEETING THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY
REALM HELP DESK Sunday, November 12 | 9:30-11 a.m. & 12-12:30 p.m. | Between the Library & Heritage Room Still have questions about Realm? Need a little extra help? Visit Karen at the Realm Help Desk! LUNCH BUNCH SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Sunday, November 12 | 12–2 p.m. | Various Restaurants | Meet at the North Bridge After worship, meet at the North Bridge entrance (near the church office) to find a group and restaurant that suits you and off you go!
ON THE CALENDAR All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. THANKSGIVING SUPPER & COMMUNITY NIGHT Wednesday, November 15 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Fun & games at 6 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child | *No Zoom on this night Before we break for the Thanksgiving holidays, we're getting together to have fun and give thanks for our church family. On the menu: turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, salad, rolls & dessert. Make plans now to join us in making new and lasting memories together! RSVP is required for the meal by Noon, Monday, November 13 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 PROGRESSIVE THANKSGIVING DINNER Saturday, November 18 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Hosted by Youth Families | Cost: Free You’re invited to join SPdL Youth for a night of food and fellowship as we travel as a group to various youth family host homes for appetizers, a main course, and dessert! Sign up by November 11. ROB SUGGS BOOK SIGNING Sunday, November 19 | After Worship | Between the Library and Heritage Room Our very own Rob Suggs has published a new book and, to celebrate, he'll be signing copies after worship Sunday, November 19! Copies will also be available onsite for $20 (cash or check) or you can order them online. If you'd like a signed copy, but are unable to make the signing, reach out to Rob or Gayle and let them know. THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE NOTES • We will not have Fellowship Supper or SPdLU Wednesday, November 22. • The church office will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24. • As is customary on a holiday weekend, we will hold a churchwide breakfast followed by an all-adult, group Sunday School in the Fellowship Hall Sunday, November 26. • We will resume our regular flow of activities Monday, November 27. CHILDREN'S RETREAT (3RD–6TH GRADE) January 26-28, 2024 | Camp Rock Eagle, Eatonton, GA | Cost: $160/child Our 3rd-6th graders are joining with other campers from across the state to be "Salt and Light" at CBF of Georgia's Children's Retreat. For more information, email Allie at aosborne@spdl.org. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp. • Deposit: $80 | Due November 25 • Remaining Balance | Due January 1 FELLOWSHIP SUPPER & SPDLU Wednesday, November 29 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child Join us for a yummy dinner and a time of discipleship at our Wednesday night Fellowship Supper and SPdLU! After a meal of roasted chicken, scalloped potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls and dessert, Rev. John Uldrick will share "A Deeper Look at Advent." RSVP is required for supper by Noon, Monday, November 27 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
Pictured: Members of the Biswas family whose son is a 5th grader at GHES.
IMMEDIATE NEED: GHES FAMILY DISPLACED BY FIRE November 3, an apartment fire on Peachtree Avenue destroyed nearly everything for the Biswas, a family of Garden Hills Elementary School. Fellow GHES parents have helped them settle into a hotel, but their needs extend far beyond shelter. A GoFundMe has been created to help funnel donations and resources toward housing, food, clothing and other immediate and long-term needs. Legal resources are also appreciated as the Biswas face challenges with property management and rental insurance. Visit www.spdl.org/missions to donate financial help. Email Allie to share other resources: aosborne@spdl.org.
DIAPERS & WIPES FOR TOCO HILLS COMMUNITY ALLIANCE November Collection Drive | Bins in the Welcome Center This month, we're collecting diapers and wipes for our friends at Toco Hills Community Alliance. Diaper sizes 4, 5 & 6 are the greatest needs. Donation bins are in the Welcome Center. TURKEYS FOR SUMMERHILL FAMILIES Collection Deadline: Wednesday, November 22 Summerhill Ministry is aiming to provide Thanksgiving turkeys for 27 families within the Martin Street Housing Community and Parkside Elementary School. You can help by donating financial support to their efforts. Make checks payable to "Summerhill Ministry/SPdL" or give online to "Summerhill Local." Please add "Thanksgiving" in the notes of whichever method you chose.
Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.
WELCOME TO WORSHIP
November 12, 2023
YEAR OF PASSIONATE PRAYER NOVEMBER FOCUS: HELP, THANKS, WOW Anne Lamott, a NYT bestselling author, captures the spirit of our most basic prayers in her book, “Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers.” She offers relatable insights into the ways we reach for God. Visit the Welcome Center or www.spdl.org/pray to learn more about this month's prayer focus.
WELCOME, DR. JACK MITCHENER We're excited to welcome Dr. Jack Mitchener as our new Church Organist! His first Sunday will ne November 19. Jack comes to SPdL after many years serving as an organist and choir master. He is married to the Rev. Julia B. Mitchener (Canon for Mission at the Cathedral of St. Philip) and they have two children, Sanders and Margaret. You can read his full bio in the Signal. Help us welcome Jack and the Mitchener family to Second-Ponce!
WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 12 p.m. Realm Help Desk 12:15 p.m. Lunch Bunch MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 7:15 p.m. Young Adult November Dinner WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 9:30 a.m. BSF Women's Study 5 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6 p.m. Churchwide Community Night 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
TODAY'S MESSAGE
What We Don't Like About Compassion Jonah 3:10–4:11
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Senior Pastor
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16 8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 5:30 p.m. Kids' Club FriYAY SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 5 p.m. Youth Progressive Dinner SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study* 11 a.m. Worship* 12:15 p.m. Rob Suggs' Book Signing *This event is available in person and online (via Zoom, Livestream or Facebook; check event details)
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