WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE A Mighty Fortress Is Our God arr. Kirkland SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.
PASTORAL PRAYER Rev. John Uldrick
HYMN NO. 486 Jesus Calls Us O’er the Tumult RESTORATION
Lift Every Voice and Sing (Verse 1)
HYMN NO. 310 Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee HYMN TO JOY
WELCOME & INVOCATION Dr. Dock Hollingsworth
SCRIPTURE Psalm 119:33–40 Rev. Allie Osborne
Leader: Teach me, O Lord, the way of Your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.
Congregation: 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.
Congregation: 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.
Congregation: 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.
Congregation: See, I have longed for Your precepts; in Your righteousness give me life.
ANTHEM How Firm a Foundation arr. Forrest Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
MY SPDL STORY Kids' Club
OFFERTORY Beautiful Savior arr. Winkler
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.
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.
SCRIPTURE Exodus 12:1–14
Eddie Applegate (p. 51 in your pew Bible)
SERMON The Day God Left Us Alone
THE LORD'S SUPPER
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.
WE LOVE MEETING NEW PEOPLE
Jonathan Hall
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
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 466 BEACH SPRING
Jesus, at Your Holy Table
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT Dr. Hollingsworth
BENEDICTION
Jonathan Hall
POSTLUDE Peace, Perfect Peace arr. Bish Verleen Baerg, organ
THE KIDS' CLUB AT SECOND-PONCE
The Kids’ Club at Second-Ponce is an environment that nurtures children from birth through fifth grade by caring for them and their parents, teaching them about God, challenging them to be good neighbors and providing them with a church community that feels like family. Last weekend, our 3rd–6th graders participated in CBFGA’s (Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia) Story Children’s Retreat at Rock Eagle Camp in Eatonton. They spent their weekend learning about the power of stories— especially the ones that Jesus told.
FEBRUARY CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
Written in 1900 as part of President Lincoln’s birthday celebration, James Weldon Johnson’s Lift Every Voice and Sing has become an enduring musical source of comfort during the ongoing struggle for social justice and racial reconciliation. Sung for generations in Black and African American churches, this powerful song is now embraced by faithful people of all colors. It is important to remember that the first national leaders of the American civil rights movement were Christian ministers, and we join with people of faith across the nation this month in thanking God for His gracious providence and continuing reminder that we “are all one in Christ Jesus” (Galatians 3:28).
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
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
BLACK BAPTIST HISTORY
CELEBRATING THE BLACK VOICES IN BAPTIST HISTORY
Throughout February, we'll share brief videos about the inspirational Black leaders of the Baptist faith. Watch for these videos in the Signal and on social media or find them online at www.spdl.org/blackhistory. In addition to these videos, our Choral Call to Worship this month is Lift Every Voice and Sing
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.
SUPPER & SPDLU
Wednesday, February 8 Supper at 5 p.m. | SPdLU at 6 p.m.
Join us for chicken enchiladas, rice, black beans, chips & dip, salad and 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, 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
Lunch Cost: Your meal at Fellini's or Moe's
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 TODAY 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.
SECOND COURSE SPRING KICK-OFF LUNCH | NEW GROUPS!
Groups Meet March–June Free Kick-Off Lunch: Sunday, March 5 Sign up for round 2 of our Second Course groups and experience crosscultural, intergenerational community! Each group will meet on their own, once a month, March-June. This could be for a meal or going to a Braves game. Groups will be revealed at the kick-off lunch. Sign up by Monday, February 26 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.
PRIME TIMERS' LUNCH AT MURPHY'S
Tuesday, March 14 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $30/person for a set menu
Seniors, sign up now for our March lunch at Murphy's in the Virginia Highlands area. The cost of $30/person includes soup or salad, entree and dessert. At 11 a.m. in front of the CWC, we'll load the bus for another delicious outing. Sign up by Friday, March 10 at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
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! Sign up by Sunday, May 21 at www.spdl.org/vbs.
CONVERSATIONAL PRAYER
FEBRUARY EMPHASIS: CONVERSATIONAL PRAYER
Prayer Materials in the Welcome Center and Online at www.spdl.org/prayer
Conversational Prayer is like sharing your story with a dear friend through talking, listening, connecting and surrendering to God.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7
11 a.m. WMU Lunch
7:15 p.m. Young Adult Dinner
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8
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
*Virtual and In Person
Study for Children, Youth & Adults*
11 a.m. Worship*
12:15 p.m. Churchwide Lunch & Trip to the National Center for Civil & Human Rights
