PRELU DE Siciliana George Frideric Handel
Alvin Blount, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
WELCOME Rev. Ronnie Brewer
INVITATION TO WORSHIP Rev. Brewer
HYMN NO. 215 Rejoice, the Lord Is King DARWALL
LITANY Tiffany Wood
Leader: Because Jesus ascended and sits at the right hand of God, a new world has broken into ours—
People: A world in which justice comes for the poor, freedom comes for the prisoners and healing for the sick.
Leader: Because Jesus ascended and sits at the right hand of God, a new community has been formed—
People: A community that loves and cares for all, a family that welcomes those who are abandoned and rejected, a place where all can belong.
Leader: Because Jesus ascended and sits at the right hand of God, a new creation has begun—
People: All that was distorted is being restored, all that is corrupted is being renewed, all that was broken is being made whole.
Leader: Because Jesus ascended and sits at the right hand of God,
People: God’s new world has begun.
HYMN NO. 657 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life GERMANY
ANTHEM Let the Song Go Round the Earth Kerrick Sanctuary Choir; Joy Callaway, piano
OFFERTORY PRAYER Phil Kosnett
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. 409 What a Friend We Have in Jesus CONVERSE
SCRIPTURE Matthew 11:28–30; 28:19–20 Rev. Brewer (p. 792 & 812 in your pew Bible)
SERMON A Snapshot of Matthew’s Gospel Rev. Brewer
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 422
HYFRYDOL Jesus! What a Friend for Sinners
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Bill Gabbard
BENEDICTION Rev. Brewer
CHORAL RESPONSE
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee; Thou wilt find a solace there.
POSTLUDE
God of Grace and God of Glory Mary Ellen Kerrick Alvin Blount, organ
WELCOME TO SPdL
It's a great day to worship & we're glad you're here!
Here's some additional information you may find helpful today.
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. Complete it online at spdl.org/connectcard.
FINDING YOUR
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 (newborn–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 (unless otherwise stated in the Order of Worship). After the service, pick them up in the Kids Club.
JOINING THE CHURCH
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
Monday, June 2 9 a.m. VBS Starts
Wednesday, June 4
7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal End of Day Scholarship Applications Due End of Day Women's Summer Soiree RSVP Due
Sunday, June 8
Children's Sunday 9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Bible Study & Sunday School for All Ages 11 a.m. Worship* 12 p.m. Popsicles on the Plaza
OFFERTORY What a Friend We Have in Jesus Dale Wood Alvin Blount, organ
Friday, June 6 Noon VBS Ends
HAPPENING AT SPdL
ACCEPTING COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
Deadline: June 4
It's scholarship time again! If you're interested in applying for a SPdL college scholarship, please complete the process no later than Wednesday, June 4. Find the application and its requirements at www.spdl.org/scholarships or in hard copies at the church office front desk or Welcome Center.
WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP SUMMER SOIRÉE
Thurs, June 5 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Mary Carlton's House
Ladies, we're having a Summer Soirée and you're invited! Bring your favorite appetizer or salad to share with the group. Mary Carlton's address will be provided upon RSVP. Sign up by Wednesday, June 4, to Betsy Perkins or at www.spdl.org/events.
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY
Sunday, June 8 During & After Worship
Join us as we close Vacation Bible School week with Children’s Sunday! Our precious kiddos will lead us in worship, and after the service, we’ll celebrate the day with a childhood favorite: popsicles on the Plaza!
PRIME TIMERS' FIELD
TRIP & LUNCH
Georgia Tech Papermaking Museum Tour & Lunch at the Varsity Tues, June 17 Meet to ride bus: 9:15 a.m. | Return around 2 p.m.
Cost: $7 + your own lunch | Bus Transportation Provided Join us as we tour the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking at Georgia Tech followed by lunch at the Varsity. We'll learn about how paper has been made through the centuries and explore everything from papyrus to molds and deckles. Then we'll answer the question "What'll ya have?" at the nearby Varsity. RSVP by Sun, June 8, to Vicki McCaskey at vmccaskey@spdl.org or 404.591.4344.
PASTOR SEARCH UPDATE
The Pastor Search Committee continues meeting weekly to identify potential candidates for our next senior pastor. But what is the strategy and process? Committee Chair Sharon Harle shared an update:
What has the committee been up to?
The Committee has spent time developing a formal evaluation process to help determine a candidate's compatibility with SPdL's current reality and hopes for the future. The evaluation was crafted from answers to the pastor search survey along with guidance from various sources available to churches looking for a new pastor.
What happens now that resumes are coming in and you've finished establishing an evaluation process?
We are reviewing resumes and determining initial compatibility. We are just using the information we have on hand, right now. Currently, we are not seeking anything beyond the initial resume and letter of introduction. If you have a candidate in mind, please encourage them or offer to apply on their behalf. You can find the info at spdl.org/pastorsearch.
Once you've initially scored all the applicants, what happens next?
After we've reviewed the resumes and evaluated their compatibility, we will move to the preaching portion of the process and begin watching sermons from potential candidates. Then comes interviews, reference and background checks, etc. So, a lot happens next! And we ask you to keep the committee and our work in your prayers.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUMMER BREAK
Fellowship Supper & SPdLU: June and July | Choir Rehearsal: July
Fellowship Supper and SPdLU (adult discipleship) are taking a summer break! We will not meet in June or July. Sanctuary Choir, however, will continue to rehearse as usual through June (last rehearsal before choir summer break is 6/25).
Need an idea for summer adult discipleship?
In 2023, the Discipleship Council led us through A Year of Passionate Prayer in which a new prayer practice was highlighted each month. Consider revisiting the June and July emphases or select another month's focus that piques your interest.
• June: Praying in Color
Praying in Color is meaningful whether there is brief time available or ample space for silence. Former math professor, Sybil MacBeth, developed her love of doodling and drawing as a unique path to prayer. She recognized that she could use her love of mathematics to embrace an “artistic display of numbers and symbols,” while doodling. Perhaps the most common method of prayer in the protestant church is with eyes closed. However, the practice of Praying in Color connects one’s eyes, hands and heart.
• July: Praying the Psalms
Beginning in Psalms Chapter 1, we find guidance to meditate on God, “Blessed is the one … whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on (God’s) law day and night.” How, then, shall we pray? What are the words we use to talk to God? The Psalms teach us guidance. Over the next 31 days, we invite you to pray the Psalms; use a complete Psalm as a prayer or choose snippets of Psalms as brief breath prayers.
Find the handouts for June and July as well as information and material for the rest of the monthly prayer emphases at www.spdl.org/passionate-prayer.
PRAYERS & REQUESTS
PRAY FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Tomorrow begins one of the most fun and rewarding weeks of the year—Vacation Bible School! As a church family, we can pray for the children, families and volunteers as they celebrate the love of Christ through activities, Bible stories, music and friendship. And don't forget to offer a prayer of gratitude for the work, creativity and care of Rev. Allie Osborne, our Minister of Missions and Children's Discipleship. It's going to be a great week!
LOOKING AHEAD
SPDL COMMUNITY YARD SALE
Sat, Sept. 6 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Save the date and start your donation piles because we're having a yard sale! All proceeds will benefit local missions. Throughout June and July, bring your donations to the church office, or contact community@spdl.org to schedule a pick-up. Visit www.spdl.org/yardsale or scan the code for a guide to donated items. Questions? The Community Council would be happy to help. Reach out at community@spdl.org.
Growing in Christ and community–sharing God's love in the world.
