WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE His Kingdom is Forever, A Mighty Fortress arr. Cranfill SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 218 Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain ST. KEVIN
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. John Uldrick
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706)
OLD 100TH Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
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
SCRIPTURE Genesis 32:22–31 Duncan Harle (p. 26 in your pew Bible)
SCRIPTURE Psalm 145:8–9; 14–21 Rev. Allie Osborne
Leader: The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.
People: The Lord is good to all, and His compassion is over all that He has made.
Leader: The Lord upholds all who are falling, and raises up all who are bowed down.
People: The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in due season.
Leader: You open Your hand, satisfying the desire of every living thing.
People: The Lord is just in all His ways, and kind in all His doings.
Leader: The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.
People: He fulfills the desire of all who fear Him; He also hears their cry, and saves them.
Leader: The Lord watches over all who love Him, but all the wicked He will destroy.
People: My mouth will speak the praise of the Lord, and all flesh will bless his holy name forever and ever.
HYMN NO. 405 Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us BRADBURY
ANTHEM I Worship You Berry Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
OFFERTORY PRAYER Bill Gabbard
OFFERTORY O Worship the King arr. Kirkland SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
HYMN NO. 243 Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart MORECAMBE
SERMON Marked by a Wrestling Match Rev. Uldrick
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 501 RESOLUTION
I Am Resolved
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
BENEDICTION
Rev. Uldrick
Rev. Uldrick
POSTLUDE Impromptu Schubert/arr. Baerg
Verleen Baerg, organ
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 alternative 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
as Chris begins his ministry as Second-Ponce's new Church Administrator.
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
The flowers on the Communion Table are given in honor ofJIM SUGGS for his 90th birthday on August 4. They are given by his children and grandchildren. The flowers in the Baptistry are given in honor of THE BOLTIN FAMILY (CHRIS, LAURIE & HENRY)
HAPPENING AT SPDL
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
AUGUST 2023 PRAYER FOCUS: PRAYING THE PARABLE STORIES
In praying the parables this August, we can see where we might find ourselves within these Biblical stories. Praying in the parables helps us understand how Jesus wanted us to treat others and act according to the urgency of the coming kingdom. Stop by the Welcome Center or visit www.spdl.org/pray to access the August prayer focus handout with two parables, questions to ponder and sample prayers.
PRIME TIMERS' AUGUST LUNCH & LEARN: SCAM STOPPERS
Tuesday, August 8 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Lunch Cost: $10/person (BBQ pork, baked beans, coleslaw & dessert Fellowship Hall
SPdL seniors, join us Tuesday, August 8 for a yummy BBQ lunch and fellowship with the rest of the Prime Timers! Our special guest will be Patrick Cagle, husband of church receptionist Angie Cagle, who will share the latest scams being perpetrated on the older adult population in our area. We will also discuss new artificial intelligence advancements and technologies.
SUPPER
& SPDLU
Wednesday, August 9 Beginning at 5 p.m. Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child Fellowship Hall & Zoom
Join us for a delicious meal followed by our current adult discipleship series— Daniel: A Pattern and A Promise—led by Rev. John Uldrick. Throughout this August study, we'll learn about the book of Daniel including themes and messages that are still relevant for us today. On the menu for Fellowship Supper: Meatloaf, mac & cheese, vegetables, salad and dessert. RSVP is required for the meal, so sign up by Noon, Monday, August 7 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
EVERYONE IS INVITED TO OUR SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH
Sunday, August 13 After Worship Meet at the North Bridge
On Sunday, August 13, 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.
REALM HELP DESK
Wednesday, August 16 | 4:30–6 p.m. and 7–7:30 p.m. Fellowship Hall
Have questions about Realm? Want to learn how to use certain features? Need help troubleshooting a problem? Stop by the Realm Help Desk before and after Fellowship Supper on Wednesday, August 16. Karen Harwell will be on-hand to offer solutions to all of your Realm conundrums.
KIDS' CLUB FRIYAY BEACH PARTY
Friday, August 18 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | 0–5th Grade $20/child
Surf's up at our August Kids' Club FriYAY! Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and join us for games, crafts, food, Bible stories and fun! Sign up by Monday, August 14 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
HAPPENING AT SPDL
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
LABOR OF LOVE | WRITING NOTES OF ENCOURAGEMENT
Friday, September 1 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | In front of the Interior Chapel Entrance | Offered by the Discipleship Council
During the day, Friday, September 1, we're encouraging our church family to stop by a prayer note writing station outside of the interior Chapel entrance. Here, you can pray for our staff, ministers, Deacons, committees, councils, classes, etc. and write them a note of encouragement (that's the labor of love). These notes will be delivered to the folks who have been prayed for. If you prefer, these notes can be from anonymous senders. Help the Discipleship Council share encouragement, prayers and love to all those in the SPdL family.
CHURCHWIDE BREAKFAST & ALL-ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS
Sunday, September 3 Fellowship Hall
Holiday weekends can lead to a dip in church attendance, so we're offering a new community and discipleship opportunity on those special Sundays. Beginning in the Fellowship Hall, we'll gather for a churchwide breakfast. Come when you can, stay as long as you like. We'll have a time of blessing and prayer and then begin Sunday School at 10 a.m. Adults will remain in the Fellowship Hall for a group class. Children and youth will disperse for their usual routine. No RSVP required.
COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER
Add these events to your calendar!
• September 1–30 | Deacon and Lay Leadership Nomination Month
• September 5 | WMU Fellowship (11 a.m.) and Young Adult Dinner (7:15 p.m.)
• September 24 Intentional Giving Month Kick-Off Lunch (After Worship)
LOOKING AHEAD AT SPDLU ADULT DISCIPLESHIP
Wednesdays | 6 p.m. (After Fellowship Supper) Fellowship Hall | In Person & On Zoom
• September 6, 13, 30 & 27 | Moving the Equator with special guest Dr. Rob Nash
• October 4 American Jewish Committee will lead a presentation about the rise in Antisemitism
• October 11 | Special guest Page Fulgham will share about his new book, Evil & The Garden of Good (Exploring The Mystery of Suffering).
SAVE THE DATE UPCOMING PRAYER WALK
Sunday, October 15 | Additional Details Forthcoming Make plans to participate in the October Prayer Walk presented by the Discipleship Council.
MONDAY, AUGUST 7
TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 11:45 a.m. Prime Timers' Lunch & Learn
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9
5 p.m. Fellowship Supper
SUNDAY,
WOMEN'S AUGUST FELLOWSHIP
Thursday, August 24 | 6:30–9 p.m. | Paige Edenfield's Home
Please join us on Thursday, August 24 at the home of Paige Edenfield for fun, food and fellowship! Bring your favorite appetizer or salad to share. RSVP by Monday, August 21 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
6 p.m. Adult Discipleship (SPdLU)*
6 p.m. Activities for Children & Youth 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal