Order of Worship 2/2/2020

WORSHIP OF GOD

WORSHIP OF GOD

Sunday, February 2, 2020, at 11 a.m.

PRELUDE

Great Is the Lord

SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director

CALL TO WORSHIP

Open to Me the Gates of Righteousness Sanctuary Choir; Verleen Baerg, organ

HYMN NO. 332

O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing

WELCOME

Sunday, February 2, 2020, at 11 a.m.

arr. Winkler

SCRIPTURE Beck AZMON Dr. David Hull

INVOCATION SCRIPTURE

Psalm 147:1–11

Cindy Berry, arr. Camp Kirkland

Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra

PASTORAL PRAYER/THE LORD'S PRAYER

Rev. Joshua Scott

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.

Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, forever.

Amen.

God Seldom Goes with the Favorite

HOW CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU? At Second-Ponce, you have a church family who welcomes the opportunity to join you in prayer. In fact, we consider this act an honor. Let us know how we can pray for you by filling out a prayer card located in 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.

HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 163 Wonderful Words of Life

WORDS OF LIFE Dr. Hollingsworth

Sonata No. 7

Verleen Baerg, organ

Rheinberger

LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER Edie Whitaker, a member of Second-Ponce for 47 years, was recently ordained as a Deacon. Edie served as SPdL's Minister to Children for over 20 years before taking on lay leadership in her retirement. She sings in our Sanctuary Choir, rings handbells and has led children’s choirs for many years. Edie is married to Reid, and they have two adult children (Lang and Claire) and five grandchildren.

The flowers on the pedestal and in the Baptistry are given in loving memory of Ouida Tennyson Sara, “Mama" & "Grandmamá.”

WE'RE GLAD YOU'RE HERE If you haven't already, visit our welcome table located in the lobby of the Sanctuary (also called the Narthex). There, you'll find information about the church and friendly members ready to answer your questions. We hope you'll come back. We meet for Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and offer two worship opportunities: A traditional service in our Sanctuary at 11 a.m. and a contemporary service called All Together in our SPdL Theater at 4 p.m. We share Fellowship Supper Wednesdays at 5 p.m. followed by activities for children, youth & adults. During the week there are Bible studies, special events, guest speakers and more.

HOW TO JOIN Second-Ponce enthusiastically welcomes you to make a commitment to Christ and our community of faith. During the Sunday morning worship service, we provide the opportunity to join the church during the Hymn of Response. At any time during the song, simply walk to the front of the Sanctuary where our senior pastor or a Second-Ponce minister will greet you with warmth and joy.

They are given by the Sara and Wisenbaker families.

SWEETEST NAME

He Keeps Me Singing

OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY

(Old Testament p. 226–227)

Dr. Dock Hollingsworth

Sunday, February 2, 2020, at 11 a.m.

THE LORD'S SUPPER

POSTLUDE

In the Beauty of Your Holiness

HYMN NO. 597

1 Samuel 15:34–16:13

SERMON

TERRA PATRIS

This Is My Father’s World

BENEDICTION

(Old Testament p. 507)

ANTHEM

HYMN NO. 17

WORSHIP OF GOD

Edie Whitaker arr. Goeller

Jesus! What a Friend for Sinners SPdL Orchestra

OFFERTORY RESPONSE

(No. 706 in your Hymnal)

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye Heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

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.

SECOND-PONCE MINISTERIAL STAFF Dr. Dock Hollingsworth, Senior Pastor Verleen Baerg, Organist/Music Associate Joy Callaway, Pianist Bill Gabbard, Minister of Music Keith Harmel, Director of Sounds of Faith Dr. David Hull, Associate Pastor Jeff Miller, Church Administrator

Richard Rogers, Director of Orchestra Rev. Joshua Scott, Associate Pastor to Youth & Families, College Students, Young Adults & All Together Rev. Heather Webb, Associate Pastor to Children & Families

IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH TODAY IS THE WOMEN'S RETREAT REGISTRATION DEADLINE Sign up at www.spdl.org/womensretreat LOOKING FOR 50 SECOND-PONCE MEMBERS Helping the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship helps Second-Ponce, too. As CBF nears its 30th year, they are discerning God’s call for their next season of ministry. The first phase begins with prayerful discovery, the centerpiece of which is an online survey, and that's where Second-Ponce can help. The questionnaire is aimed at learning about your involvement here as well as your personal ministry aspirations. We're asking that 50 SPdL members log on to take the survey today. If we meet this goal, CBF will send to us the anonymous results of our church's portion of the responses. We believe this information could be valuable as we prepare for a new year of ministry at Second-Ponce. Do you have some time after lunch, or maybe after a good nap? Would you commit to spending that time taking this survey? Find it at www.cbf.net/survey. Second-Ponce and CBF thank you!

COMING UP FOR YOUTH & FAMILIES: • Today: Parent Meeting in the Youth Area • 2/22: Open Hand Project • 3/15: Big Brother/Big Sister Day • 3/20–22: March Mission Madness Contact Josh Scott at jscott@spdl.org for more information or for a copy of the Refuge Youth events calendar.

YOUNG ADULTS, SAVE THESE DATES: • Today: Big Game Party • 4/4: Braves Game (7:05 p.m.)

Contact Josh Scott at jscott@spdl.org for more information.

WMU FEBRUARY MEETING Tuesday, February 4 | 11 a.m. | Fellowship Hall The WMU invites you to their February lunch and meeting. Come enjoy a delicious meal and hear from Chris Hobbs, vice president of communications, and Charlie Koehl, church relations specialist, of the Georgia Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries. They will be sharing how their work promotes the well-being of children, youth and families throughout the state. Chris Hobbs is also the father of Candler Hobbs, an active member of our young adult ministry. RSVP to Mary Ann Hall at 770.396.4490.

CURRENT SPdLU SERIES The Story of What We Believe with Dr. David Hull Wednesdays | January 8–February 19 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall The beliefs and doctrines of the Christian faith did not come into being all at once, they developed through the history of the church. Do you know why we believe some of the things that we do? Would you be interested in some of the history that has shaped our theology? In this SPdLU series, we'll examine the stories behind the belief statements of the church from the very earliest days up to the present and seek to understand why we believe what we do. Here are upcoming topics for the series: • 2/5: A Creed for the Ages Part 3 • 2/12: Reforming What We Believe • 2/19: Baptist Affirmations of Faith UPCOMING ROOTED COLLEGE MINISTRY SMALL GROUPS: Thursdays | 7 p.m. | Youth Area • February 6 & 20 • March 5 & 12 • April 2 & 9

IN THE LIFE OF OUR CHURCH PARENTS NIGHT OUT & KIDS' CLUB PARTY Friday, February 7 | 5–9 p.m.

Water you doing Friday night, February 7? Join us for a party "Under the Sea" at Second-Ponce! Parents, enjoy time on your own while your children have fun with friends. The cost is $12 per child which includes dinner and snacks. Space is limited to 45 children for this event so sign up soon! Email Heather Webb at hwebb@spdl.org to RSVP. SERMON SERIES ON THE BOOK OF SAMUEL Dock Hollingsworth continues preaching a sermon series on Samuel during the 11 a.m. worship service. Here are the remaining topics: • 2/9: Big Challenges Require Creative Responses • 2/16: Saul and the Green Monster • 2/23: A Small Faith, A Medium from Endor and a Large Fear SENIOR ADULT VALENTINE'S LUNCH Thursday, February 13 | Noon | Fellowship Hall | $12/person Join us (and bring a friend) for a special meal and creative program by the Whitefield Academy Jazz Band and our own SPdL ministers as we celebrate the gift of relationships. Come enjoy chicken piccata, harvest salad, asparagus, rice pilaf, rolls & Snickers ice cream pie. Make your reservations with Vicki McCaskey in the church office at vmccaskey@spdl.org or 404.591.4344 by February 5.

EXPLORING THE GOSPELS Tuesdays | March 10, 17, 24 & 31, April 7 & 14 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Cost: $100/person (scholarships available) Join us for a six-week deep dive into the Gospels led by Dr. Peter Rhea Jones, retired Professor of New Testament from the McAfee School of Theology at Mercer and former Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Decatur. To register, pay or to get more information, contact Karen Harwell at kharwell@spdl.org or 404.591.4357. The deadline to sign up is 3/1.

SPREAD THE WORD: • March 15: Big Brother/Big Sister Day • March 21: Touch a Truck with The Preschool at Second-Ponce • April 11: Community Egg Hunt • May 17: Graduate Sunday • June 1–5: Vacation Bible School (theme: Rocky Railway) • June 7: VBS Family Day Celebration • July 11–18: Miami Mission Trip

THIS WEEK: AT A GLANCE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 11 a.m.

WMU Lunch & Meeting 7 p.m.

Young Adult Small Group

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 5 p.m.

Parents Night Out & Kids'

Club Party

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 5 p.m.

Fellowship Supper 6 p.m.

SPdLU 6 p.m.

Kids Explore/Parents Connect 6 p.m.

Refuge Bible Study 7:15 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 7:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Kids' Club 9:45 a.m. Refuge Youth Gathering 11 a.m.

Sanctuary Worship 4 p.m.

All Together Worship

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 7 p.m.

Rooted College Small Group

WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT SECOND-PONCE FEBRUARY 2, 2020 TODAY'S MESSAGE:

God Seldom Goes with the Favorite I Samuel 15:34–16:13 from Dr. Dock Hollingsworth

Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church 2715 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, GA 30305 404.266.8111 | www.spdl.org Worship: Sundays at 11 a.m. & 4 p.m.