WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Praise the Lord with Drums and Cymbals Dr. Jack Mitchener, organ
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 11 a.m.
Sigfrid Karg-Elert
OFFERTORY
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot (from Spirituals for Organ) Dr. Jack Mitchener, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 307
LASST UNS ERFREUEN All Creatures of Our God and King
WELCOME & INVOCATION SCRIPTURE
Rev. Allie Osborne Psalm 95:1–7a
Rev. Jonathan Hall
Leader: O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the Rock of our salvation! People: Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise! Leader: For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods. People: In His hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the mountains are His also. The sea is His, for He made it, and the dry land, which His hands have formed. Leader: O come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! People: For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand. HYMN NO. 371
Now Thank We All Our God
ANTHEM
God So Loved the World Sanctuary Choir
NUN DANKET Stainer
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that who so believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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
HYMN NO. 473
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth
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.
Will You Come and Follow Me
KELVINGROVE
Faith Is a Verb
Dr. Hollingsworth
ADDITIONAL SUNDAY INFORMATION
Matthew 25:31–46
(p. 807 in your pew Bible)
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 501
I Am Resolved
Bill Gabbard
DUKE STREET
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT BENEDICTION
Rev. John Uldrick Dr. Hollingsworth
Now Thank We All Our God-Marche Triomphale Sigfrid Karg-Elert Dr. Jack Mitchener, organ
LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER
Jim George
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 11 a.m.
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.
SERMON
POSTLUDE
God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that who so believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Richard Elliott
WORSHIP OF GOD
Jim George currently chairs the Facilities Committee. He has served as a Deacon, in outreach to new members and on the offertory, stewardship and building committees. Jim and his wife, Patti, have been Second-Ponce members since 1982 and raised their two sons here. Jim is retired from Cousins Properties and the Navy Reserve, but he continues to work as a consultant in the management of large commercial real estate development projects.
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
Dr. Jack Mitchener, Organist 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
IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH
MEETING THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY
ON THE CALENDAR
SPECIAL COLLECTION TODAY Two apartment complex fires, nearly two weeks apart, have affected numerous families at Garden Hills Elementary School. As their partner, we want to offer safety, consistency and love during this time of heartbreak and transition. Sunday, November 26, the Missions Council will collect a special offering for these families. If you feel compelled to give before then, you may do so online by using this QR code or visiting www.spdl.org/give and select Missions from the drop-down menu and put Garden Hills Fire in the notes. For more information, reach out to the Missions Council at missions@spdl.org.
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
DIAPERS & WIPES FOR THCA 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. BUDGET FOR LIFE Our friends at Buckhead Christian Ministry have a program called Budget for Life, a 12-month virtual financial education program helping working individuals and families build the skills, knowledge and habits to become financially stable. We want to help gather supplies for the 2024 Budget for Life class by shopping from their Amazon wish list. Check out their needs at www.spdl.org/missions and add a few items for your Black Friday and Giving Tuesday shopping!
YOUTH CHRISTMAS LOCK-IN Friday and Saturday, December 15–16 | Friday at 6 p.m.-Saturday at 9 a.m. It's almost time for our annual Christmas Party & Lock-In! Bring a friend and join us for an exciting evening/night/morning filled with all kinds of fun! More details to come soon. RSVP by December 10.
2023 ADVENT DEVOTIONAL O HOLY NIGHT: REJOICING IN A WEARY WORLD Advent is a time of waiting for the Messiah. A time to commit yourself to looking for the hope, peace, joy and love that we find in the babe Jesus who became our Messiah, Savior and Lord. This year, we have asked our writers to reflect on the carol O Holy Night and focus on one of its three main themes. We have organized our devotional according to these three imperatives: Fall on Your Knees, In All Our Trials He is Born to Be Our Friend and Truly He Taught Us to Love One Another. This meaningful devotional, written by members of the SPdL family, is a wonderful way to ponder and pray through the Advent season. Beginning Sunday, December 3, hard copies will be available in the Welcome Center and the interactive PDF can be viewed and downloaded at www.spdl.org/advent. Daily devotional emails will also begin Sunday, December 3. If you don't receive Second-Ponce emails and want to be added to the list, contact Candice Young at cyoung@spdl.org.
ON THE CALENDAR
COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
CWC CARDIO CHALLENGE Saturday, December 2 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Cost: $15 (early registration); $20 (day-of registration) For one day only, the CWC is transforming into the Cardio Factory! Six of our dedicated instructors will each lead a 20-minute session on a rotating basis. We’ll start with a brief warm-up and then introduce some sculpting, core and dance, and conclude with a cool down. Participants are allowed to bring up to 3 additional guests for just $10 each. The first 25 registrants will receive a gift.
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. YOUNG ADULT FRIENDSGIVING/CHRISTMAS PARTY Saturday, December 2 | 7:15 p.m. | Meg Rooney's House Join us for our annual Friendsgiving & Christmas Party! This year, we'll gather at the home of Meg Rooney for an evening of food, games, and fellowship together. Main dish and drinks will be provided, all guests are invited to bring a side or dessert to share! RSVP November 29. CHRISTMAS CANTATA & RECEPTION Sunday, December 10 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Sanctuary | Reception to Follow Join the Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra for The Glory of Christmas, a musical celebration of Christ’s birth. After the Cantata, everyone is invited to mingle and fellowship at a lunch reception. Don't miss this joyful Second-Ponce tradition, and invite someone to join you! WOMEN'S CHRISTMAS FELLOWSHIP TUESDAY, December 12 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Betsy Perkins' Home Please join us on TUESDAY, December 12 at the home of Betsy Perkins (in Vinings), and bring your favorite appetizer or salad to share. In the spirit of the season, we're asking everyone to bring a new, warm blanket for SPdL's benevolence ministry. RSVP by Friday, December 8 at www.spdl.org/rsvp. Address will be sent to those who sign up. PRIME TIMERS' CHRISTMAS LUNCH Tuesday, December 12 | 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Cost: $10 | Fellowship Hall Let's celebrate the Christmas season with a delicious lunch and fun surprises! Sign up by December 8 through Realm or by emailing Vicki McCaskey at vmccaskey@spdl.org.
ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Monday, December 4 | 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Stop by any time and celebrate the joys of the season during the CWC's Holiday Open House! We will serve a light breakfast from 7–9 a.m., a taco bar lunch from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and dinner will be served from 5-7 p.m. All guest fees will be waived, so please feel free to bring a friend (or two)! SUMMERHILL ANGEL TREE Monday, December 4, Summerhill Ministry will set up their annual angel tree in the CWC atrium with names of kids from Martin Street Housing Community, Parkside Elementary School and a local shelter. Simply pick a name card from the tree and bring a new, wrapped gift. If you wish to donate gift cards, please bring the activation receipt for each gift card.
Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.
WELCOME TO WORSHIP
November 26, 2023
TODAY'S MESSAGE
Faith Is a Verb Matthew 25:31–46
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Senior Pastor
WEEK AT A GLANCE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP due
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 7:15 p.m. Young Adult Friendsgiving/ Christmas Party
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 9:30 a.m. BSF Women's Study 5 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6 p.m. SPdLU Adult Discipleship* 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3
9:15 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m.
Coffee & Fellowship Sunday School/Bible Study* Worship*
*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