WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE Worthy of Worship arr. Winkler SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 310 Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee HYMN TO JOY
WELCOME & INVOCATION Rev. Allie Osborne
SCRIPTURE Psalm 119:33–40 Jonathan Hall
Leader: Teach me, O Lord, the way of Your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.
People: Give me understanding, that I may keep Your law and observe it with my whole heart.
Leader: Lead me in the path of Your commandments, for I delight in it.
People: Turn my heart to Your decrees, and not to selfish gain.
Leader: Turn my eyes from looking at vanities; give me life in Your ways.
People: Confirm to Your servant Your promise, which is for those who fear You.
Leader: Turn away the disgrace that I dread, for Your ordinances are good.
People: See, I have longed for Your precepts; in Your righteousness give me life.
HYMN NO. 472 Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus LEMMEL
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11 a.m.
SCRIPTURE Romans 13:8; Matthew 18:15–20 Meg Rooney (In your pew Bible Romans: p. 923 and Matthew: p. 799–800)
HYMN NO. 289 The Servant Song GILLARD
SERMON Theology in the Hallway Dr. Dock Hollingsworth
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 290 O WALY, WALY Lord, Make Us Servants of Your Peace
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT Rev. Uldrick
BENEDICTION Dr. Hollingsworth
POSTLUDE Prelude and Fugue in C Bach Verleen Baerg, organ
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 11 a.m.
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
ANTHEM Foundations Martin Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra; Anneliese Depenthal, conductor
A STORY OF DISCIPLESHIP Gayle Suggs
Discipleship Council Chair
OFFERTORY My Shepherd Will Supply My Need arr. Goeller SPdL Orchestra
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 Rev. John Uldrick
DISCIPLESHIP IS AT OUR CORE
At Second-Ponce, we are deliberate about equipping each other to deepen our relationship with God because we value Discipleship. We say it this way: “We encourage lifelong discipleship, offering opportunities for people to grow in faith and God’s love.”
Growing in discipleship means encouraging our church family in intentional prayer, Bible study and wise oversight of all of our resources. We strengthen our faith and challenge each other to become fully-devoted followers of Christ by supporting and providing leadership to Bible study and short-term studies, small groups and events.
To help us continue our development as followers of Christ, or just to find out more about what the Discipleship Council does, send a note to discipleship@spdl.org.
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
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
CELEBRATING DOCK'S 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Today After Worship Fellowship Hall
Join us in the Fellowship Hall after worship for a special reception honoring Dr. Dock Hollingsworth's 10 years of service as our Senior Pastor. We'll enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, trips down memory lane and plenty of hugs as we celebrate Dock's ministry at Second-Ponce. RSVP not required.
HAPPENING AT SPDL
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
BLUE MASS TO HONOR FIRST RESPONDERS
Monday, September 11 | Cathedral of Christ the King | 10–11 a.m.
Our neighbor, The Cathedral of Christ the King, is holding its annual Blue Mass for First Responders. All are invited to attend this opportunity to pray and show appreciation for those who serve and protect the public. Our own Dr. Dock Hollingsworth will be preaching.
CLOTHING DRIVE FOR GARDEN HILLS ELEMENTARY
September 10–October 8 | Donation Bins in the Welcome Center
Let's share God's love with our neighbors by helping to provide clothing for students at Garden Hills Elementary School. Now that classes have started, teachers are aware of specific needs within the student body: T-shirts, polos, undershirts and undergarments (underwear, training bras, boxers, etc.), shorts, pants, jeans and socks, in sizes 4T-Adult Medium. Donation bins are in the Welcome Center.
NOMINATE NEW DEACONS AND LEADERSHIP
Nomination Window: September 1–30
Each September, our church carves out time to prayerfully consider and nominate the next batch of Deacons and Church Officers. To submit your candidates, use the paper nomination forms found in the Welcome Center or use the online version at www.spdl.org/nominations.
SEPTEMBER 2023 PRAYER FOCUS
This month, Second-Ponce is writing gratitude notes to staff and lay leaders. While email and text messages are excellent ways to say thank you, there is nothing like receiving an unexpected card. Beginning with a blank page, we tell our own story of joy. Thinking about how to “write your heart out” is a good approach for planning messages of gratitude. Learn more on the September handout available in the Welcome Center or online at www.spdl.org/prayer.
SUPPER & SPDLU
Wednesday, September 13 Supper at 5 p.m. | Adult Discipleship (SPdLU) at 6
Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child Fellowship Hall & Zoom
Join us for a delicious meal followed by part 2 of Exploring Colossians, led on alternating weeks by Rev. John Uldrick (9/13 & 9/27) and Dr. Dock Hollingsworth (9/20). On the menu for supper: Chicken pot pie, rice, salad, rolls & dessert. RSVP is required for the meal, so sign up by Noon, Monday, September 11 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
PRIME TIMERS' LUNCH AT TAQUERIA DEL SOL
Thursday, September 14 11:15 a.m.–2 p.m. Taqueria del Sol | 2165 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE Bus Leaves SPdL at 11:10 a.m. Cost: Your Own Meal SPdL seniors, let's meet for lunch at one of our church's favorite restaurants— Taqueria del Sol! We'll eat, fellowship and (hopefully) get a visit from George Trusler while we're there. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp and let us know if you'll be riding the bus or diriving on your own.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP (BSF) | JOHN'S GOSPEL
Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. | Beginning September 13
In a world filled with all sorts of truth claims—even “find your own truth"—Jesus stands alone. Beginning September 13th, BSF will meet each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. for a study of the Gospel of John. We invite all women to come examine Jesus' claims for your own life. Register 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.
MISSIONS SUNDAY WORSHIP
Sunday, September 17 11 a.m. Sanctuary
Join us in celebrating Missions Sunday on September 17! In worship, we'll spotlight four of our missions partners—Toco Hills Community Alliance, Amani Sasa, Touching Miami with Love and Garden Hills Elementary School—and hear stories from organizational leaders, missionaries and members of our church.
AMANI SASA ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & DINNER
Missions Sunday, September 17 | 5-7 p.m. | $15/person | Fellowship Hall Sunday evening, join us in the Fellowship Hall to celebrate and support Amani Sasa! Ten years ago, Missy Angalla and the team began the first shelter for refugee women in Uganda. Over the last decade, this shelter has been a place of safety, healing and transformation for over 200 women and children. At the event, you'll hear amazing stories of transformation and updates on graduates. There will be dinner, silent auction and live music. Register at www.spdl.org/rsvp
YOUTH FALL KICK-OFF
Sunday, September 17 | 5–7 p.m. Youth Area
Calling all SPdL Youth! Join us for our 2023 Fall Kick-off! Grab a friend and come out for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship as we celebrate the start of a new semester! We’ll enjoy a meal together followed by plenty of games and activities. This event also serves as a kick-off for our new courtyard space!
YOUNG ADULT FALL KICK-OFF
Tuesday, September 19 6:30-8:30 p.m. | SPdL Youth Area
We're kicking off the fall with a fun, new opportunity for our young adults! Tuesday, September 19, meet us down in the youth area for a two-part event to get the ball rolling.
• Part 1: Introducing the new SPdL Young Adult Book Club, in partnership with the Baugh Center for Baptist Leadership at Mercer. Special guest Harrison Litzell will talk about the Baugh Center program and the book we'll be reading, How the Bible Actually Works by Peter Enns. This will be a brief, but exciting half-hour!
• Part 2: Food, fellowship and lawn games, so come ready to eat and play! We'll provide chicken and drinks and we're asking folks to bring a side and/or dessert to share. Any participants in the kick-off not wishing to participate in the book club are invited to arrive at 7 p.m. RSVP by Monday, September 18 to Jonathan Hall at jhall@spdl.org.
INTENTIONAL GIVING MONTH KICK-OFF LUNCH
Sunday, September 24 After Worship
Mark your calendars for our Intentional Giving Month Kick-Off Lunch! Grab your giving packet, eat yummy food and enjoy a good time with your church family. More details to come, so stay tuned!
WEEK AT A GLANCE
Sasa Dinner