WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
Prelude on the Welsh Tune Rhosymedre
Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.
Ralph Vaughan Williams
Jack Mitchener, organ
SCRIPTURE
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 63
LANCASHIRE
Lead On, O King Eternal
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Deborah Painter Community Council Member
SCRIPTURE
HYMN NO. 288
Psalm 11
Rev. Jonathan Hall
Leader: Hallelujah! I will give thanks to God with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, in the congregation. Congregation: Great are the deeds of God! They are studied by all who delight in them. Leader: God’s work is full of majesty and splendor, and the Lord’s righteousness endures forever. Congregation: God makes God’s marvelous works to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.
SERMON
Lord, Your Church on Earth Is Seeking
ELLESDIE
Mark 2:1–12
Chan Snipes
(p. 813 in your pew Bible)
The Church: We Share Good News
Rev. Ronnie Brewer
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 633 All the Way My Savior Leads Me
ALL THE WAY
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Rev. Hall
CONGREGATIONAL BENEDICTION
Leader: The works of the Lord’s hands are faithfulness and justice; all God’s commandments are sure. Congregation: They stand fast forever and ever, because they are done in truth and equity. Leader: God sent redemption to God’s people; the Lord commanded the covenant forever; holy and awesome is God’s Name.
POSTLUDE Healey Willian Chorale Prelude on a melody by Melchior Vulpius, “God Be Praised” Jack Mitchener, organ
READING SCRIPTURE TODAY
Chan Snipes has been a member with his wife, Julie, for over 15 years. Their sons, Carson and Casey, are active in the youth group. You can often see Chan driving the SPdL “bug” on Sunday mornings. The family enjoys time together, church, the outdoors and sports. We'll continue to highlight the members of our Senior Pastor Search Committee in worship. Please encourage this group and pray for their important work together.
Congregation: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; those who act accordingly have a good understanding; God’s praise endures forever. HYMN NO. 278 ANTHEM
We Are Travelers on a Journey Now God Be Praised in Heaven Above
Sanctuary Choir; Jack Mitchener, organ
BEACH SPRING Vulpius
MY SPDL COMMUNITY STORY
Barbara Haig
OFFERTORY
Marianne Kim
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Jack Mitchener, organ
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.
PASTORAL PRAYER
Rev. Allie Osborne
Welcome to church! Make yourself at home here.
USING THE PEW CARDS
GREEN GUEST CARD: FOR FIRST TIMERS 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. RED CARD: FOR RETURNING GUESTS & SPDL MEMBERS 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.
We are one in the bond of love; we are one in the bond of love. We have joined our spirits with the Spirit of God; we are one in the bond of love.
Leader: God gives food to those who fear God; the Lord is ever mindful of the covenant with God’s people. Congregation: God has shown God’s people the power of God’s works in giving them the lands of the nations.
Newcomers INFO FOR
The flowers on the Communion Table are given in loving memory of MARIE STOWERS DAVIE. They are given by Louise Davie.
HELPFUL DEFINITIONS • Doxology: The Doxology is a short hymn of praise. We use it as transition music when children leave the Sanctuary for Kids Worship. • Fellowship Supper: Each Wednesday, we share a meal together in the Fellowship Hall. It's a great social and spiritual pick-me-up in the middle of the week. • Invocation: The first prayer of the service invoking the spirit of God to be with us. • 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 hour 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 ministry leaders.
JOINING SECOND-PONCE 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.