WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE When Morning Gilds the Skies Wood Verleen Baerg, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 307 LASST UNS ERFREUEN All Creatures of Our God and King
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. Allie Osborne
SCRIPTURE Psalm 26:1–8 Jonathan Hall
Leader: Vindicate me, O Lord, for I have walked in my integrity, and I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.
Congregation: Prove me, O Lord, and try me; test my heart and mind.
Leader: For Your steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in faithfulness to You.
Congregation: I do not sit with the worthless, nor do I consort with hypocrites; I hate the company of evildoers, and will not sit with the wicked.
Leader: I wash my hands in innocence, and go around Your altar, O Lord, singing aloud a song of thanksgiving, and telling all Your wondrous deeds.
Congregation: O Lord, I love the house in which You dwell, and the place where Your glory abides.
HYMN NO. 482 Here I Am, Lord HERE I AM, LORD
ANTHEM We Would Serve the Lord Pederson Sanctuary Choir; Anneliese Depenthal, conductor; Joy Callaway, piano
Robert Suggs
MUSICAL OFFERING An Offering Forrest
Bill Gabbard, tenor; Joy Callaway, piano
Please use this time to reflect on your gifts and service opportunities. Note that the offering plates are now located at the front and back entrances to the Sanctuary.
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.
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 11 a.m.
WE LOVE MEETING NEW PEOPLE
Welcome to worship at Second-Ponce! You belong here, and we hope you'll come back. We truly have something for everyone, and not just on Sundays. During the week, we have virtual small groups and Bible studies. Each Wednesday evening, we have Fellowship Supper, an adult discipleship study and age-appropriate activities for children and teens. 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. Simply 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 our Senior Pastor or a Second-Ponce minister will greet you with warmth and joy.
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 for babies through pre-K and Kids Worship for children K through 5th grade. You can take your children to Kids Worship before the service or, if you’d prefer, they can stay with you in the Sanctuary for either the entire hour or until the Doxology and then go with our children's ministry leaders. You'll pick them up in the Kids’ Club area after worship.
SHARING PRAYER REQUESTS
At Second-Ponce, you have a church family who welcomes the opportunity to join you in prayer. Let us know by filling out a prayer 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 SecondPonce ministerial staff after worship.
GIVING AN OFFERING
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
The flowers on the Communion Table are given in honor of Lucy Willard
for her birthday on January 26. They are given by Betty & Terry DePhillips
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
Meg Rooney, Interim Youth Intern Rev. John Uldrick, Associate Pastor
MY SPDL STORY
CHURCH IN CONFERENCE
Sunday, January 22 | 12:15 p.m. In person & On Zoom
Friends, stay after the service for our January Church in Conference! Even if you didn't RSVP, you can still conduct a little church business with us in the Fellowship Hall. Your voice and presence matter! Hard copies of the meeting materials will be available. You may also join us remotely via Zoom. The phone number and meeting link were in the Signal.
DON'T MISS OUT
SUPPER & SPDLU
Wednesday, January 25 | Supper at 5 p.m. | SPdLU at 6 p.m.
We'll begin with Fellowship Supper (Roasted chicken, scalloped potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls & dessert; $8/adult and $5/child) followed by the SPdLU series, How We Got Our Bible, led by Rob Suggs. RSVP is required for Supper. Sign up by Noon, Monday, January 23 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
HEART & SOLE ADULT FITNESS CLASS
Saturday, February 4 | 10:30 a.m. | CWC Cost: Free
Friends, put our Heart and Sole adult fitness class on your calendar! This event is a wonderful opportunity to have fun as a community while caring for our physical and spiritual health. Heart & Sole is free, but limited to 20 participants. All fitness and skill levels welcome. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
FEBRUARY WMU LUNCH & FELLOWSHIP
Tuesday, February 7 | 11 a.m. Fellowship Hall | Cost: $9/person You're invited to join the WMU for their February lunch and fellowship! After a delicious meal, we'll hear from guest speaker Rev. Lisa Heilig who serves as the Executive Director of the Toco Hills Community Alliance. You may remember them from our November pantry drive. No RSVP needed.
YOUNG ADULT DINNER
Tuesday, February 7 | 7:15 p.m. Lazy Dog Restaurant Cost: Your Meal Young adults, join us at Lazy Dog (4532 Ashford Dunwoody Road) for our monthly dinner and hang out. We'll decompress from the day and just have a good time together. Sign up by Monday, February 6 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
KIDS' CLUB VALENTINE'S FRIYAY
Friday, February 10 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Ages 0-5th grade $15/child
Get ready for a fun-filled evening for kids that includes a meal, a Bible story, games, and crafts while parents can enjoy some time together! Children ages 0-5th grade are welcome! Cost is $15/child and space is limited! Sign up by Wednesday, February 8 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
PRIME TIMERS' VALENTINE'S LUNCH
Tuesday, February 14 Noon | Fellowship Hall | $14/person
Seniors, join us Tuesday, February 14 for a celebration of love as one of God's greatest gifts. We'll eat a delicious lunch, play fun games and enjoy entertainment from James Arthur Douglas, an award-winning performer of Broadway, opera and television. Born and raised in Rome, Georgia, James comes to us through his friendship with Rev. John Uldrick. You don't want to miss this! Sign up by Thursday, February 9 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
SAVE THE DATE: IF WOMEN'S GATHERING 2023 Friday, March 3 | 6:30–9 p.m. & Saturday, March 4 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Together, we’re reclaiming discipleship as God’s means to change the world. SPdL is offering two ways to participate:
• In Dallas, Texas: The in-person conference will be held at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas. A generous church member has already paid the registration fee for 10 participants, so your cost is the airfare and hotel room (Around $350 for both). The group will fly out Friday, March 3 and return the evening of Saturday, March 4. Please contact Allie if you need financial assistance: aosborne@spdl.org. For flight and hotel information, email womensministry@spdl.org.
• At Second-Ponce: If you're unable to make the trip to Dallas or prefer to stay local, you can still participate in the conference with our remote group! Meals, snacks and childcare are free, so your cost is the $19 registration fee.
Questions? Email Heather Hubble or Gayle Suggs: womensministry@spdl.org.
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
RECOGNIZE A SPECIAL PERSON OR RELATIONSHIP by dedicating Sunday Sanctuary flowers in their honor or memory
Each Sunday, our beautiful Sanctuary flowers not only remind us that God created this beautiful world, but they serve as a wonderful opportunity to honor a loved one or recognize a special occasion. Contact Vicki McCaskey (vmccaskey@spdl.org 404.591.4344) if your family, Sunday School class, Second-Course group, Bible study or ministry area wants to dedicate the Sanctuary flowers in honor of a special person or event. The cost is $150 per arrangement.
NEW YEAR, NEW RHYTHMS
CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER Next Door to the Church | Discounted Rate for SPdL Members
A new year brings opportunities for new life rhythms. We hope you'll consider adding the Community Wellness Center to your routine! Here are just a few of the amenities included in your membership:
• Cardio, Fitness and Weight Rooms
• Basketball and Racquetball Courts
• Pool, Saunas and Steam Rooms
• Indoor Walking Track
Learn more about the facility, personal trainers, class schedule and becoming a member at www.communitywellnesscenter.com.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
Growing in Christ and community–sharing God's love in the world.
