PRELU DE Hosanna, Loud Hosanna arr. Blosser SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
WELCOME Rev. Jonathan Hall
INVITATION TO WORSHIP Rev. Hall
HYMN NO. 175 All Glory, Laud and Honor ST. THEODULPH
SPECIAL MUSIC I've Got the Joy! Kids Club Choir; Joy Callaway, accompanist
CONFESSION OF SIN & ASSURANCE OF PARDON Rev. Ronnie Brewer
Leader: Lord, You showed us true humility by becoming one of us, yet too often we practice pride.
All: You cried alongside Your friends and for the city of Jerusalem, yet too often we rush past the pain of others and are careless about our cities.
Leader: You loved those who were weak, despised or cast out, yet too often we love those who are strong, respected or popular.
All: You freely forgave and healed, yet too often we hold grudges and cause pain.
Leader: You lived a perfectly holy life, yet too often we do not yearn for righteousness.
All: You prayed that we who believe in You should be united with each other and You, yet too often we focus on the differences that separate us from other believers.
Leader: You were mocked, whipped and even killed for us, yet too often we deny You.
All: You call us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world, yet too often we blend into or hide from our culture. Forgive us, Lord, so that we will shine with Your glory. Amen.
Leader: Surely He has borne our infirmities and carried our diseases; yet we accounted Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities; upon Him was the punishment that made us whole, and by His bruises we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have all turned to our own way, and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.
All: Thanks be to God! Amen!
HYMN NO. 188 HALLELUJAH, WHAT A SAVIOR! “Man of Sorrows!” What a Name
OFFERTORY It Is Well With My Soul arr. Kirkland
SPdL Orchestra; Richard Rogers, director
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706)
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
OLD 100TH
Children K–5 may leave during this time for Kids Worship in room C-305 of the Children's Building.
SILENCE & PASTORAL PRAYER
Rev. Allie Osborne
HYMN NO. 186 When I Survey the Wondrous Cross HAMBURG
NEW TESTAMENT Mark 11:1–11 Anne Marie Alexander (p. 823 in your pew Bible)
SERMON The Shortest Way Between Two Points Rev. Brewer
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 178
How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
TOWNEND
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT Rev. Hall
BENEDICTION
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Love so amazing, so divine Demands my soul, my life, my all.
POSTLUDE
Christus, der uns selig macht, BWV 620 (from Orgelbuechlein) Jack Mitchener, organ
The Postlude is based on the following text:
Rev. Brewer
WELCOME TO SPdL
Here's some additional information you may find helpful today. It's a great day to worship & we're glad you're here!
REQUESTING MORE INFO
Green Pew Card 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 communication. Engagement with us will be at your own pace.
FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND
Restrooms & Water There are restrooms on each floor of the church. Bathrooms with changing tables are on the third floor down from the Fellowship Hall. Restrooms closest to the Sanctuary are near the church office. Water fountains are by the restrooms on each floor.
Emergency Care & First Aid
Greeters and Bible study leaders can help you receive first aid before worship. If you need help during the service, see one of our uniformed officers just outside of the Sanctuary.
CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP
You may take your children (babies–5th grade) 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.
JOINING THE CHURCH
J. S. Bach
ANTHEM And Can It Be? Forrest Sanctuary Choir; SPdL Orchestra
Christ, who makes us blessed, and who had done no evil, for us was taken at midnight like a thief, led before godless people, and falsely accused, jeered, mocked, and spat upon, as the Scripture says.
The flowers on the Communion Table are in loving memory of ROBERT CHARLIE (HUSKY) HALL.
They are given by Robin Morgan and family.
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 to begin the process. If you're uncomfortable being in the spotlight, that's ok! Speak with one of our ministers after worship and they'll walk you through an alternate plan.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
Sunday, April 13 Noon Churchwide Potluck
Monday, April 14
Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
Tuesday, April 15 End of Day Easter Decor Forms Due
Thursday, April 17
5 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6:10 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April 17 continued 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Friday, April 18
Noon Community Good Friday Service
Sunday, April 20
9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Bible Study & Sunday School for Children, Youth & Adults 11 a.m. Worship* 12 p.m. Lemonade and Pictures
40 WEEKS OF PRAYER
WEEK 37: Apr. 13–19: Holy Week
Read: Mark 11:1–11
Pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we read these words describing Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, we are inspired. We can almost feel the excitement of the crowds that gathered in hope. As we read the familiar words, we recall that people lined the road, waving palm branches and shouting "Hosanna, save us.” And You did, not in the way they expected, but according to Your own marvelous plan. Thank You for the gift of Jesus. Thank You for your mercy, grace and love. Thank You for giving us a way out of sin and death. We will follow Jesus' story through the coming week—Holy Week. We will follow through the pain and suffering He will endure with hope and joy, because we know that through His sacrifice on the cross, we are given the gift of eternal life. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
AFTER WORSHIP
PALM SUNDAY POTLUCK
Today After Worship Fellowship Hall
Everyone is welcome at our churchwide potluck today after worship. SPdL is a congregation of such great cooks so you know the food is going to be delicious!
HOLY WEEK ACTIVITIES
SEASONAL DECOR IN RECOGNITION OF LOVED ONES
Deadline: Tues, Apr. 15 Suggested $25 donation/each | Forms in the Welcome Center Recognize loved ones this Lenten season by helping to fill our church with seasonal decorations as well as create a fun atmosphere for our Community Egg Hunt. Complete and return the order form, along with payment, to the church office no later than Tues, Apr. 15. A list of those being recognized will be published with the Easter Sunday bulletin. Contact Tiffany Baumstark for more info: 404.591.4351 or tbaumstark@spdl.org.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP (BSF)
Wed, Apr. 16, 23 & 30 9:30–11 a.m. | Fellowship Hall
Join BSF for All Things New, the final mini-study of the year. All Things New includes the last visions of Revelation 21 and 22: God's Holy City and the New Heaven and the New Earth. Bring a friend and hear about God's promises to one day fully and finally make all things new. Learn more at www.spdl.org/events.
MAUNDY THURSDAY SUPPER & SERVICE
Thurs, Apr. 17 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Service at 6:10 p.m. in the Chapel
Join us for the fifth day of Holy Week as we mark the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. We will not have Wednesday night activities on April 16.
Menu: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad and dessert
RSVP: By Noon, Mon, Apr. 14
COMMUNITY GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
Fri, Apr. 18 | Noon | Peachtree Church | 3434 Roswell Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
Everyone is invited to the annual Community Good Friday Service. This event is a powerful joint worship effort from six Buckhead churches: Peachtree Church, Peachtree Road United Methodist, Church at Wieuca, New Hope A.M.E., the Cathedral of Christ the King and Second-Ponce. Our own Rev. Allie Osborne will participate in this service, so don't miss it!
EASTER SUNDAY
Sun, Apr. 20
Celebrate the resurrection at Second-Ponce, and invite your friends, too! Bring your best blooms to adorn the cross before church, and stay after worship for lemonade, cookies and pictures in front of the flowering cross. It's going to be a wonderful day!
CHURCH BUSINESS
SENIOR
PASTOR APPLICATION PROCESS IS NOW LIVE
Submission window closes Monday, June 2
Help spread the word—candidates can now apply for our Senior Pastor position! To be considered, applicants must upload a letter of introduction along with a resume using the online form at www.spdl.org/pastorsearch. The position description and church profile are also on this webpage. It's a one-stop shop for everyone! Be sure to share our social media posts about the pastor search. We want to reach as many qualified candidates as possible.
CHURCH
IN CONFERENCE
Sun, Apr. 27 | After Worship | Fellowship Hall & Zoom | Boxed Lunch: $10 Grab a boxed lunch and fellowship with your church family while staff and lay leaders offer reports on the state of the church in 2025 including ministries and finances and an update from the Pastor Search Committee. Boxed Lunch: Chicken salad on croissant or turkey club, chips and cookie/brownie. RSVP by Wed, Apr. 23 at www.spdl.org/events.
LOOKING AHEAD
YOUTH SUNDAY
Sun, Apr. 27 | Special Worship at 11 a.m. Youth Lunch at Fellini's to Follow
On Sunday, April 27, we'll encourage and celebrate our amazing students during Youth Sunday! Rev. Jonathan Hall will preach and our youth will lead in worship. After the service, students will head to Fellini's for (a free!) lunch.
KIDS CLUB OUTER SPACE FRIYAY Fri, May 2 | 5:30–9 p.m. Ages 0–5th grade | $15/child
Get ready for an out-of-this-world 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 at www.spdl.org/events.
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
Sat, May 3 Distribution: 1:30–3:30 p.m. Volunteer Hours: 12–4 p.m.
In partnership with the Atlanta Food Bank and Toco Hills Community Alliance, we're hosting a mobile food bank for the Buckhead area. Folks in need are welcome to pick up FREE and FRESH produce without registration or documentation. Come by car or on foot; ALL ARE WELCOME! We need around 25 volunteers to help make this much-needed opportunity a success. Reach out to Allie (aosborne@spdl.org) to help.
CELEBRATING OUR GRADUATES
Sun, May 18 During Worship
Join us for worship on Sunday, May 18, as we celebrate our high school and college graduates! Help us recognize their awesome achievements by submitting a photo of your graduate, the name of their high school or university and any future plans to Jonathan Hall at jhall@spdl.org. NOTE: Submissions after the deadline of Tues, May 13, will not be included in the worship bulletin.
PHOTO SHARING
Show off your SPdL event photos by uploading them online. We’d love to see your snaps of friends, family, the atmosphere or even guests having fun! We love a good selfie, too! Your uploads will go to a secure, limited access folder, so share as many pictures as you want.
