Order of Worship 6/2/24

WORSHIP OF GOD

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

WORSHIP OF GOD

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

Chorus: Alpha and Omega, beginning and the end, He is making all things new, Springs of living water shall wash away each tear He is making all things new.

Sight after myst’ry, oh, sun after rain, Joy after sorrow, peace after pain; After distant, oh, gleam after gloom, Love after loneliness, life after tomb.

WORSHIP OF GOD

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

WE'RE "PEOPLE PEOPLE"

FOR GUESTS WE HAVEN'T MET YET

WELCOME & INVOCATION Rev. Jonathan Hall

SCRIPTURE Psalm 139:1–6, 13–17

Rev. Allie Osborne (from the Inclusive Psalter)

Congregation: God, You have searched me out and known me; You know my sitting down and my rising up; You discern my thoughts from afar.

Leader: You trace my journeys and my resting-places and are acquainted with all my ways.

Congregation: Indeed, there is not a word on my lips, but You, O God, know it altogether.

Leader: You press upon me behind and before and lay Your hand upon me.

Congregation: Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is so high that I cannot attain to it.

Leader: Where can I go then from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence?

Congregation: I will thank You because I am marvelously made; Your works are wonderful, and I know it well.

Leader: My body was not hidden from You, while I was being made in secret and woven in the depths of the earth.

Congregation: Your eyes beheld my limbs, yet unfinished in the womb; all of them were written in Your book; they were fashioned day by day, when as yet there was none of them.

Leader: How deep I find Your thoughts, O God! How great is the sum of them!

Congregation: If I were to count them, they would be more in number than the sand; to count them all, my life span would need to be like Yours.

HYMN NO. 586 Grace Greater Than Our Sin MOODY

ANTHEM All Things New Hagenberg Sanctuary Choir; Joy Callaway, piano

Light after darkness, gain after loss, Strength after weakness, crown after cross; Sweet after bitter, hope after fears, Home after wand’ring, praise after tears.

Repeat Chorus

OFFERTORY PRAYER

Andy Hogans

OFFERTORY Come, your hearts and voices raising Healey Willan Jack Mitchener, organ

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.

PASTORAL PRAYER

Bill Gabbard

HYMN NO. 395 Open My Eyes, That I May See SCOTT

SCRIPTURE Philippians 3:7–21

Dr. Daniel Vestal (p. 955 in your pew Bible)

SERMON A Lifelong Passion

HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 497

Dr. Vestal

ASSAM I Have Decided to Follow Jesus

Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT

BENEDICTION

Bill Gabbard

Dr. Vestal

POSTLUDE Trumpet Tune in D Major David N. Johnson Jack Mitchener, organ

LEADING OUR OFFERTORY PRAYER

Andy Hogans joined Second-Ponce in 2013. He currently serves as our Church Treasurer and is active in the EEE-George Ray Bible study class. Andy is also a member of the Deacon body and active with the Prime Timers senior adult ministry. He enjoys reading books and spending time with his family and friends.

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.

• Doxology: The Doxology is a short hymn of praise. We use it as transition music when children leave the Sanctuary for Kids Worship.

• Inclusive Psalter: A translation of the Psalms, compiled by Young Peoples’ Theology, that maintains tradition, eliminates exclusion and welcomes a wide liturgical audience.

• Invocation: The first prayer of the service invoking the spirit of God to be with us as we worship.

• Respite Care Atlanta: A nonprofit organization on the SPdL campus providing an engaging and spiritual environment for adults experiencing cognitive decline, while offering respite and support to their primary caregivers.

• 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.

YOUTH POOL DAY

Sunday, June 2 12-3 p.m. Garden Hills Pool (335 Pine Tree Dr NE) Cost: $5

After worship on Sunday, June 2, youth will walk as a group to the Garden Hills pool for a fun afternoon together. A pizza lunch will be provided, but bring $5 for pool entry. Parents can pick up their students at the pool. No RSVP required.

Family Ministry: Our Tuesday night Parents Connect Zoom group is on summer break. The official date of their next fellowship is TBD, so be sure to stay tuned to SPdL communications for that info!

Wednesday, June 5: As is customary during VBS week, we will not have our regular Wednesday evening activities; however, the Sanctuary Choir will practice.

YOUNG ADULT DINNER

Tuesday, June 4 | Ponce City Market | Meet at SPdL to carpool

Young adults, meet at SPdL at 6:50 p.m. to carpool to Ponce City Market for dinner on Tuesday, June 4. The food hall at PCM has plenty of food options, so come hungry! The cost is your own meal. RSVP not required.

CHILDREN'S SUNDAY

Sunday, June 9 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!

RESPITE CARE ATLANTA VOLUNTEER INFO SESSION

Monday, June 10 | 10–11 a.m.

Respite Care Atlanta needs volunteers for a few hours a week to greet, serve lunch, lead exercise or music and walk alongside members who have cognitive impairment. If you're interested, attend this volunteer information session to get started! Contact Jenna Smith at jsmith@spdl.org to ask questions or sign up.

SUPPER & SPDLU

Wednesday, June 12 Supper at 5 p.m.; SPdLU at 6 | Fellowship Hall & On Zoom Meal Cost: $8/adult; $5/child

God gives each of us strengths, and throughout our spiritual journeys, God calls us to use those strengths in our everyday life. In our June SPdLU series, Call Stories, one minister and one member of the SPdL congregation will share the ways and opportunities God called them to use their gifts in everyday life. Wednesday, June 12, we'll hear from Rev. Jonathan Hall and Amanda Payne. Supper Menu: Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, salad and dessert. RSVP by Noon, Monday, June 10, at www.spdl.org/rsvp.

LIFE LINE SCREENING

Friday, June 14 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Fellowship Hall | Cost: $149

Life Line Screening provides valuable health screenings to detect the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease offering early detection and peace of mind. Their "Stroke, Vascular Disease and Heart Rhythm Package" includes four critical screenings: Stroke/carotid artery plaque, peripheral arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm and atrial fibrillation. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Sign up for your time slot at www.spdl.org/rsvp.

ALSO ON THE CALENDAR

PRIME TIMERS' PICNIC

Tuesday, June 18 Noon SPdL Green Space Bring Your Own Lunch Join us as we celebrate National Picnic Day and Iced Tea Month with a BYOL (bring your own lunch) picnic in the church's green space; Iced tea, water, cookies, tables and chairs will be provided. RSVP by June 12 and let us know if you need help with a lunch. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp or with Vicki McCaskey in the church office (vmccaskey@spdl.org/404.591.4344).

WOMEN'S SUMMER SOIREE

Thursday, June 27 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. Becky Smith’s House | Brookhaven Ladies, let’s celebrate sweet summertime with a fun evening together! Bring an appetizer or salad to share. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp by Tuesday, June 25.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BUILD

Saturday, June 29 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

We’re looking to send a team of 10, Saturday, June 29, to help build a home for an Atlanta-area neighbor. Anyone over the age of 16 can participate. Please note this is an all-day commitment; lunch is provided. Sign up at www.spdl.org/rsvp.

THE MIAMI MISSION TRIP NEEDS YOU

Each year, Second-Ponce sends a team of church members to lead a week of summer camp at Touching Miami with Love. Those who are unable to attend have become supporters by committing to pray for the experience and/or donating funds for our team's airfare and hotel stay. If you're interested in making a financial donation, there are 3 easy ways to contribute:

• Visit www.spdl.org/give and select "TML Trip" from the fund dropdown menu.

• Complete an offering envelope and drop your donation in the offering plate.

• Scan the QR code or use the locked drop box at the TML display in the Welcome Center.

Note: If you're donating by check, please put "TML Trip" in the memo line.

WEEK AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

12 p.m. Youth Pool Day

MONDAY, JUNE 3

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL WEEK

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

7:15 p.m. Young Adult Dinner

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal *This

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

CHILDREN'S SUNDAY

9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship

9:45 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Study for All Ages 11 a.m. Worship* 12 p.m. Popsicles on the Plaza

Growing in Christ and community–sharing God's love in the world.

We're glad you're here!

DR. DOCK HOLLINGSWORTH

Daniel Vestal is currently Distinguished Professor of Baptist Leadership and Director of the Eula Mae and John Baugh Center for Baptist Leadership at Mercer University.