WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.
Mendelssohn, arr. W. Held But the Lord Is Mindful of His Own, from "St. Paul"
OFFERTORY
Alvin Blount, guest organist
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 567
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow SINE NOMINE
For All the Saints
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. John Uldrick
SCRIPTURE
Psalm 34:1–10, 22
Bill Gabbard
Leader: I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. People: My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad.
People: I sought the Lord, and He answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. Leader: Look to Him, and be radiant; so your faces shall never be ashamed. People: This poor soul cried, and was heard by the Lord, and was saved from every trouble. Leader: The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them. People: O taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are those who take refuge in Him. Leader: O fear the Lord, you His holy ones, for those who fear Him have no want. People: The young lions suffer want and hunger, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. The Lord redeems the life of His servants; none of those who take refuge in Him will be condemned. A TIME OF REMEMBRANCE FOR OUR SAINTS
HYMN NO. 63 ANTHEM
Cleo Mansour Alan Mitchell Genie Patterson Virginia Price Neil Raven
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Gordon Sumner Miriam Taylor Frank Tindall Lois Willis Jean Woodruff
Lead On, O King Eternal
PASTORAL PRAYER SCRIPTURE
SERMON
Dr. Hollingsworth Hebrews 11:29–12:2
David Anderson
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee
ST. AGNES
(p. 978 in your pew Bible)
LANCASHIRE
Sanctuary Choir; Alvin Blount, organ; Anneliese Depenthal, conductor
Williams
Anthem lyric sheets are available where you picked up your bulletin.
Barbara Brown
Sunday, November 5, 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 alternate plan.
My Name Is on His Jersey
Dr. Hollingsworth
ADDITIONAL SUNDAY INFORMATION
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 491 Wherever He Leads I’ll Go
FALLS CREEK
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.
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
Rev. Uldrick Dr. Hollingsworth
For All the Saints
Alvin Blount, guest organist
arr. W. Held
LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER
Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven
OFFERTORY PRAYER
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.
HYMN NO. 386
Leader: O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together.
Joe Anderson David Bunch Judy Burge Hugh Carter Sylvia Kortan
arr. W. Held
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
Alvin Blount, guest organist
WORSHIP OF GOD
Barbara Brown joined Second-Ponce de Leon in 1986. Since that time, she has taught Sunday School in several departments and has served on several church committees, including Personnel and Missions. Ordained as a Deacon in 1992, Barbara will be our 2024 Deacon Chair, while continuing her service as a Sunday morning greeter. The Sanctuary flowers today are given in honor of the SECOND-PONCE SAINTS who have gone before us. May we be as blessed by their memories as we were by their lives.
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
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 DUE TODAY
IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH COMING UP
RSVP DUE TODAY: VETERAN'S DAY LUNCH Thursday, November 9 | 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $10 Everyone is invited to join us as we honor our veterans with an annual lunch. On the menu: pork medallions in marsala sauce, roasted potatoes, garden vegetable medley, salad, rolls and apple cobbler. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
THIS MONTH PASSIONATE PRAYER NOVEMBER FOCUS: HELP, THANKS, WOW Anne Lamott, a NYT bestselling author, captures the spirit of our most basic prayers in her book, “Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers.” She offers relatable insights into the ways we reach for God. Visit the Welcome Center or www.spdl.org/pray to learn more about this month's prayer focus. DIAPERS & WIPES FOR TOCO HILLS COMMUNITY ALLIANCE 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. TURKEYS FOR SUMMERHILL FAMILIES Collection Deadline: Wednesday, November 22 Summerhill Ministry is aiming to provide Thanksgiving turkeys for 27 families within the Martin Street Housing Community and Parkside Elementary School. You can help by donating financial support to their efforts. Make checks payable to "Summerhill Ministry/SPdL" and note "Thanksgiving" in the memo line. You may also donate online at www.spdl.org/give; select "Summerhill Local" from the drop down menu and add "Thanksgiving" in the notes section.
COMING UP All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. SUPPER & SPDLU | 4-PART SERIES FINALE Wednesday, November 8 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child | Fellowship Hall & Zoom Join us for a delicious meal followed by the finale of a series led by special guest Dr. Robert Nash. On the menu for supper: roasted pork loin and potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls and dessert. RSVP is required for the meal by Monday, November 6 at Noon. HEART & SOLE ADULT FITNESS CLASS Saturday, November 11 | 10:30 a.m. | Community Wellness Center | Cost: Free This event is a wonderful opportunity to have fun as a community while caring for our physical and spiritual health. Heart & Sole is limited to 20 participants and all fitness and skill levels are welcome. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp by November 10. REALM HELP DESK Sunday, November 12 | 9:30-11 a.m. & 12-12:30 p.m. | Between the Library & Heritage Room Still have questions about Realm? Need a little extra help? Visit Karen at the Realm Help Desk! LUNCH BUNCH SPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Sunday, November 12 | 12–2 p.m. | Various Restaurants | Meet at the North Bridge We're encouraging folks to get together after worship in small groups and head out to have lunch together. 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! YOUNG ADULT DINNER Tuesday, November 14 | 7:15 p.m. | Café Agora (Buckhead location) Hey, young adults! Join us for our November dinner at Café Agora. The cost is your own meal. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
All SPdL events requiring an RSVP along with info and links are online at www.spdl.org/rsvp. THANKSGIVING SUPPER & COMMUNITY NIGHT Wednesday, November 15 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Fun & games at 6 p.m. | Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child Before we break for the Thanksgiving holidays, we're getting together to have fun and give thanks for our church family. On the menu: turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, salad, rolls & dessert. Make plans now to join us in making new and lasting memories together! KIDS' CLUB FRIYAY Friday, November 17 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Cost: $20/child Don't miss this sports-themed Kids' Club FriYAY! Kids, get ready for a fun evening that includes a meal, Bible stories, games, snacks and crafts. Space is limited, so sign up soon! Register by Wednesday, November 15, at spdl.org/rsvp. YOUTH PROGRESSIVE THANKSGIVING DINNER Saturday, November 18 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Meet the North Bridge | Cost: Free Youth, let's eat and share gratitude for our church family and friendships at a Thanksgiving Progressive Dinner. RSVP by Saturday, November 11 at www.spdl.org/rsvp. ROB SUGGS BOOK SIGNING Sunday, November 19 | After Worship | Between the Library and Heritage Room Our very own Rob Suggs has published a new book and, to celebrate, he'll be signing copies after worship Sunday, November 19! Copies will also be available onsite for $20 (cash or check) or you can order them online. If you'd like a signed copy, but are unable to make the signing, reach out to Rob or Gayle and let them know.
LOOKING AHEAD Thanksgiving Office Closure | Thursday, November 23 & Friday 24 Churchwide Breakfast & All-Adult Sunday School | Sunday, November 26 Young Adult Friendsgiving/Christmas Party | Saturday, December 2
Growing in Christ and community– sharing God's love in the world.
WELCOME TO WORSHIP
November 5, 2023
All SaintsSunday
Honoring the members of our Second-Ponce family who passed away last year
Community Wellness Center Holiday Open House | Monday, December 4
TODAY'S MESSAGE
Christmas Cantata | Sunday, December 10
My Name Is on His Jersey
Prime Timers' Christmas Lunch | Tuesday, December 12
Hebrews 11:29–12:2
Youth Christmas Lock-In | Friday, December 15
Dr. Dock Hollingsworth Senior Pastor
Kids' Club Christmas Pajama Party | Saturday, December 16
WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 End of Day Veteran's Lunch RSVP Due MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 9:30 a.m. BSF Women's Study 5 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6 p.m. Adult Discipleship (SPdLU)* 6 p.m. Activities for Children & Youth 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9 11:45 a.m. Veteran's Day Lunch 8:30 p.m. Parents Connect Zoom SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Realm Help Desk 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study* 11 a.m. Worship* 12 p.m. Realm Help Desk 12:15 p.m. Lunch Bunch *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