WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE Fairest Lord Jesus arr. Cranfill SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 371 Now Thank We All Our God NUN DANKET
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. John Uldrick
SCRIPTURE Psalm 136:1–9; 23–26 Bill Gabbard
Leader: Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: Give thanks to the God of gods, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: Give thanks to the Lord of lords, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: To Him who alone does great wonders, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: To Him who by understanding made the heavens, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: To Him who spread out the earth above the waters, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: To Him who made the great lights, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: The sun to rule over the day, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: The moon and stars to rule over the night, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: It is He who remembered us in our low estate, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: And rescued us from our foes, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
Leader: He who gives food to all flesh, Congregation: For His steadfast love endures forever.
All: Give thanks to the God of heaven, for His steadfast love endures forever.
HYMN SHEET Come, Ye Disconsolate CONSOLATOR
ANTHEM O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing arr. Goeller Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
MY SPDL STORY
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, January 29, 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
HYMN NO. 45 The God of Abraham Praise LEONI
SCRIPTURE Exodus 5:22–6:8 Abigail Reams (p. 46 in your pew Bible)
SERMON When God Makes a Promise 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. John Uldrick
BENEDICTION
Dr. Hollingsworth
POSTLUDE Postlude I Langlais Verleen Baerg, organ
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, January 29, 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.
Lee Perkins
OFFERTORY I Will Serve Thee arr. Kirkland SPdL Orchestra, Richard Rogers, director
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.
SHARING HIS SPDL STORY
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
Lee Perkins, who joined Second-Ponce in 1999, is a member of the Biblical Explorers Sunday School class. Ordained as Deacon in 2014, his previous service includes chairing both the Missions and Stewardship committees. He and his wife, Betsy, raised their children, Anna and Jay, at Second Ponce. An attorney in Atlanta, Lee also enjoys playing golf. Rev. Allie Osborne, Minister of Missions and Children's Discipleship
Joy Callaway, Pianist
Anneliese Depenthal, Music Ministry Intern
Bill Gabbard, Minister of Music
Jonathan Hall, Minister of Community and Student Discipleship
Richard Rogers, Director of Orchestra
Meg Rooney, Interim Youth Intern
Rev. John Uldrick, Associate Pastor
SUPPER & SPDLU
Wednesday, February 1 | Supper at 5 p.m. SPdLU at 6 p.m.
Join us for shepherd's pie, salad, rolls & dessert ($8/adult and $5/child) followed by the SPdLU series, Winning in the Fourth Quarter, led by Dr. Dock Hollingsworth. RSVP is required for Supper. Sign up by Noon, Monday, January 30 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.
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.
CHURCHWIDE LUNCH & TRIP TO THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS
Sunday, February 12 After Worship Tickets: $15/adults; $12/K-12th grades Tax will be added to all ticket prices Lunch plans determined by size of group As part of our ongoing commitment to the ministry of racial reconciliation, we invite all of Second-Ponce for lunch and a trip to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights after worship on Sunday, February 12. Here, we'll learn about the national and global civil rights movements and visit special exhibits dedicated to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and others who championed for community on earth as it is in heaven. If you'd like to go, sign up 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:
Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
Questions? Email womensministry@ spdl.org.
• 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.
ONLINE PRAYER GROUP
ZOOM PRAYER GROUP
Every Other Thursday | 5:30 p.m. | On Zoom Spots are open to join this special online group of SPdL members who gather faithfully to pray for Second-Ponce. Come experience the power of prayer and community. If you're interested, email discipleship@spdl.org.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
STELLAR: VBS 2023
June 5-9 9 a.m.-Noon $25/child Ages 4 years (by Oct. 1)–Completed 5th grade Completed 6–12th grade can volunteer The "Stellar" Vacation Bible School at Second-Ponce rockets kids on an outof-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun through: Sing & Play Blast-Off, Stellar Bible Adventures, Imagination Station, All-Star Games, Galactic Snacks, KidVid Cinema and more! Sign up by Sunday, May 21 at www.spdl.org/vbs.
NEXT SUNDAY
JONATHAN HALL TO PREACH
Sunday, February 5 11 a.m. | Sanctuary Don't miss worship next week! We'll hear a message from Jonathan Hall, our new Minister of Community and Student Discipleship. From Exodus, he'll preach, The Day God Left Us Alone. As always, if you can't be with us in person, we invite you to worship with us online. Our service streams live on our Facebook page and at www.livestream.com/spdl.
MONDAY, JANUARY 30
Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1
5 p.m. Fellowship Supper
6 p.m. SPdLU: Winning in the Fourth Quarter*
6 p.m. Activities for Children & Youth*
7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2
9:30 a.m. BSF Women's Bible Study