WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
PRELUDE J. S. Bach All Humankind Must Bemoan Its Most Grievous Sin, S. 622 from Orgelbüchlein
I will not boast in anything, no gifts, no power, no wisdom; But I will boast in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection. Why should I gain from His reward? I cannot give an answer; But this I know with all my heart— His wounds have paid my ransom.
Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.
Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.
Jack Mitchener, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP BAPTISM OF MARK SKINNER Reading of Mark Skinner's Testimony Baptism HYMN NO. 443
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Dr. Daniel Vestal Dr. Dock Hollingsworth HENDON
Ask Ye What Great Thing I Know
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Rev. Allie Osborne
CONFESSION OF SIN & ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Rev. Jonathan Hall
All: Eternal and merciful God, You have loved us with a love beyond our understanding, and You have set us on paths of righteousness for Your Name’s sake. Yet we have strayed from Your way; we have sinned against You in thought, word and deed, through what we have done and what we have left undone. As we remember the lavish gift of Your grace symbolized in baptism, O God, we praise You and give You thanks that You forgive us yet again. Grant us now, we pray, the grace to die daily to sin, and to rise daily to new life in Christ, who lives and reigns with You, and in whose strong name we pray. Amen. HYMN NO. 438 ANTHEM
SERMON
Midianites, Mischief and Masks
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 642 Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross
Beneath the Cross of Jesus
arr. McIntyre
POSTLUDE
How Deep the Father’s Love for Us Joy Callaway, piano
Townend, arr. Sanborn
You are invited to meditate on the words of this beloved worship song. How deep the Father’s love for us, how vast beyond all measure, That He should give His only Son to make a wretch His treasure. How great the pain of searing loss—the Father turns His face away, As wounds which mar the Chosen One bring many sons to glory. Behold the man upon a cross, my sin upon His shoulders; Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice call out among the scoffers. It was my sin that held Him there until it was accomplished; His dying breath has brought me life—I know that it is finished.
Rev. Uldrick NEAR THE CROSS
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT BENEDICTION
Robert Hubble
Rev. John Uldrick
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
EBENEZER
OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY
Judges 6:1–6, 12–16, 36–40; 7:4, 19–21 (p. 194–196 in your pew Bible)
O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus
Sanctuary Choir; Jack Mitchener, organ; Joy Callaway, piano
OLD 100TH
Dr. Hollingsworth
SCRIPTURE
Rev. Hall Rev. Uldrick
Allegro moderato maestoso in C Major (1845) Jack Mitchener, organ
Felix Mendelssohn
LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER Robert Hubble, an active Deacon, faithfully serves Second-Ponce as a member of the Facilities and Planned Gifts Committees, and the Discipleship Council. He and his wife, Heather, joined our church family in 2010, and their children, Alaina and Nathan, are precious participants in SPdL Youth and The Kids' Club respectively. Robert is an architect who enjoys traveling, camping, hiking and rock climbing.
The flowers on the Communion Table are given in loving memory of MRS. BYFORD E. WAGSTAFF, SR. They are given by Byford Wagstaff.
Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 11 a.m. WE'RE "PEOPLE PEOPLE"
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
WORSHIP OF GOD FOR GUESTS WE HAVEN'T MET YET Welcome to church! Make yourself at home here! Settle in for a transformative and joyful hour of worship. We'd love to be helpful in your faith journey. There's a green card in the pew rack—I'm New Here. Use it to share as much information as you like and drop it in the offering plate. We understand that some people are hesitant to fill out church cards. It's true—a member of our pastoral staff will reach out, but you won't be flooded with calls, emails or requests. Engagement with us will be at your own pace; we just want to know who you are and how we can pray for you. FOR GUESTS WE KNOW & CHURCH MEMBERS Welcome back to church! Your presence is part of what makes Sundays at Second-Ponce so wonderful. If you're a guest who's ready to take the next step or a church member who wants to deepen your involvement, fill out the red pew card—I'm a Regular—and drop it in the offering plate. Let us know how we can help.
MORE GOOD STUFF EVERYONE IS AN "INSIDER" AT SPDL We're pulling back the curtain on some experiences and words you'll encounter today. • Baptism: Baptism is a beautiful symbol of commitment that follows someone's public profession of faith in Christ. At Second Ponce, we baptize by immersion—submerging one's entire body in water. The powerful experience of passing through the waters, just like Christ in the Jordan River, serves as an outward image of dying to an old self and committing to follow Christ in all things. While under the water, a person’s spirit aligns with Christ’s command to baptism in His Name. As the body emerges, one is raised to walk in a new life of faith and commitment to Christ. • Doxology: The Doxology is a short hymn of praise. We use it as transition music when children leave the Sanctuary for Kids Worship. • Lent/Lenten Season: A period of 40 days beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on the Saturday before Easter. Sundays are not counted because Sunday always celebrates Jesus’ victory over sin and death. • SPdL: An abbreviation for Second-Ponce de Leon. We pronounce it "Spee-duhl." • SPdLU: An acronym for Second-Ponce de Leon University, our Wednesday evening time of adult discipleship. 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. 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 one of our ministers after worship and they'll walk you through an alternate plan.