WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.
PRELU DE Ralph Vaughan Williams
Prelude on the Welsh Tune Rhosymedre
Jack Mitchener, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN NO. 63 Lead On, O King Eternal LANCASHIRE
WELCOME & INVOCATION
Deborah Painter
Community Council Member
SCRIPTURE 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.
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.
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.
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 We Are Travelers on a Journey BEACH SPRING
ANTHEM Now God Be Praised in Heaven Above Vulpius Sanctuary Choir; Jack Mitchener, organ
MY SPDL COMMUNITY STORY Barbara Haig
OFFERTORY Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Marianne Kim Jack Mitchener, organ
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) OLD 100TH Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Newcomers
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.
The flowers on the Communion Table are given in loving memory of MARIE STOWERS DAVIE.
They are given by Louise Davie.
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.
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.
INVITATION FROM NORTHSIDE DRIVE BAPTIST CHURCH
(NDBC)
COMMUNITY
Sun, Sept. 8 4 p.m. | NDBC Sanctuary | Cost: $15
Topic: Christians Against Christian Nationalism
The congregation of fellow Baptists at Northside Drive invites us to an evening with Amanda Tyler, Executive Director of the Baptist Joint Committee on Religious Liberty in Washington D.C., presented by the McComb Lecture Series.
RSVP: At www.northsidedrive.org
PRIME TIMERS' LUNCH & LEARN
Tues, Sept. 10 | Noon Fellowship Hall Cost: $10
Topic: Mind Matters: Lunch and Learn on Brain Health | Guest speaker Bethany Baker from Senior Provisions will share how to maintain brain health as we age.
Meal: Healthy lunch aimed at promoting wellness (menu TBA)
RSVP: By Thurs, Sept. 5 to Vicki McCaskey (vmccaskey@spdl.org or 404.591.4344)
Payment: By check to the office with “Brain Health Lunch” on memo line, by credit card online at www.spdl.org/give. Click on the "Give Now" button, then select “Prime Timers’ Activity” from the dropdown menu and specify “Brain Health Lunch” or pay at the door.
KIDS' CLUB BOOKWORM FRIYAY
Fri, Sept 13. 5:30–9 p.m. | Ages 0–5th grade | $15/child
Bring your favorite book and/or dress like your favorite book character! Event also includes a meal, Bible story, games, and crafts.
RSVP: By Wed, Sept. 11 at www.spdl.org/rsvp
SUPPER & SPDLU
Wed, Aug. 21 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Fellowship Hall & Zoom | Meal: $10/adult; $5/child
Topic: Rediscovering the Ten Commandments
Supper Menu: Curried chicken, jasmine rice, salad and dessert
RSVP: By Noon, Monday, August 12 at spdl.org/rsvp
LET'S WATCH A MOVIE
Sat, Aug. 24 | 7 p.m.; Discussion to follow | Fellowship Hall
Movie: The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of CS Lewis RSVP: We need to ensure we have adequate seating in the Fellowship Hall for everyone who comes to view the movie, so we need to know if you plan to attend even though the movie is free. RSVP at www.spdl.org/rsvp.
LEMONADE ON THE LAWN
Sun, Aug. 25 After Worship SPdL Front Lawn Cost: Free
Please exit through the Narthex (Sanctuary lobby) on the Peachtree Road side of the church for refreshments with your church family.
We value community at Second-Ponce by working hard to build relationships and care for each other. We also prioritize the greater community outside of our church walls by sharing God’s love and encouraging people to engage with us in our ministry together.
We grow in community, connecting and caring for each other, and inviting others to join us. That’s how Rev. Jonathan Hall and the Community Council describe their purpose. If you’re interested in helping or have an idea, send a quick message to the group at community@spdl.org. For more details on their work, visit spdl.org/community.
DISCIPLESHIP
WEEKLY PRAYER GUIDE | 40 WEEKS OF PRAYER
Week 3 (Aug 18–24): Our Pastor Search Committee (Anne Marie Alexander, Andy Anderson, Anna Bowen, Sharon Lim Harle, Pamela James, Amanda Payne, Chan Snipes, Rob Suggs & Ron Watts)
Read: Colossians 1:9 Pray:
• For God’s presence as the search committee begins their work
• For each member by name, asking God to strengthen their faith and encourage their service
MISSIONS
SAVE THE DATE: WEDNESDAY NIGHT MISSIONS PROJECT
Wed, Sept. 18 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
In lieu of our regular SPdLU, we'll participate together in an onsite missions project. Mark your calendar now and stay tuned for details.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
12:15 p.m. Lunch Bunch
MONDAY, AUGUST 19
Noon Fellowship Supper RSVP Due
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20
2 p.m. Prime Timers' Ice Cream Social
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
5 p.m. Fellowship Supper
6 p.m. Adult Discipleship (SPdLU)*
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 CONTINUED
6 p.m. Activities for Children & Youth 7:05 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25
9:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship
9:30 a.m. Bible Study & Sunday School for Children, Youth & Adults
11 a.m. Worship* 12:15 p.m. Lemonade on the Lawn
Growing in Christ and community–sharing God's love in the world.
*This event is available in person and online via Zoom, YouTube or Facebook; check event details.
text reminds us that Jesus brought the good news of change, forgiveness and restoration to all, and we are to do the same.
Ministerial Staff REV. RONNIE BREWER Interim Senior Pastor rbrewer@spdl.org BILL GABBARD Minister of Music bgabbard@spdl.org
JONATHAN HALL Minister of Community & Student Discipleship | jhall@spdl.org
