Order of Worship 9/6/24

WORSHIP OF GOD

WORSHIP OF GOD

Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 11 a.m.

PRELUDE

Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 11 a.m.

Voluntary on Mit Freuden Zart T. Frederick Candlyn (See Hymn 315 for text, “Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above”) Jack Mitchener, organ

HYMN NO. 395

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP

SERMON

WELCOME

Rev. Allie Osborne

INVITATION TO WORSHIP HYMN NO. 315

SILENCE & PASTORAL PRAYER

Rev. Osborne

Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above

MIT FREUDEN ZART

LITANY

Katie Entrekin

Rev. Jonathan Hall SCOTT

Open My Eyes, That I May See The Church: Sacrificial Giving

Rev. Ronnie Brewer

HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 657 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life

GERMANY

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

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT BENEDICTION

Rev. Hall

Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love, The fellowship of kindred minds is like to that above.

Leader: Holy Spirit, You give us the power to create and to work, to love and to bless.

Congregation: You have given us such rich and wonderful gifts! We come to You joyfully, grateful for Your generosity.

Leader: Earth is generous with food and air, with color and beauty.

POSTLUDE

G. F. Handel The Rejoicing & Minuet Finale from Music for the Royal Fireworks Jack Mitchener, organ

Congregation: You are generous with grace and blessing, with love and grace. Teach us, God, how to be generous.

READING SCRIPTURE TODAY

HYMN NO. 23

All Things Bright and Beautiful

SCRIPTURE

Luke 21:1–4

Anne Marie Alexander

Jesus Paid It All

Forman

ROYAL OAK

Sanctuary Choir; Joy Callaway, piano

MY INTENTIONAL GIVING STORY OFFERTORY

Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (from Cantata 147) Jack Mitchener, organ

Anne Marie Alexander, a member of the Open Door Sunday School class and an ordained Deacon, joined Second-Ponce almost 10 years ago. She prays bi-weekly for our church ministries with a small Zoom-based group. Anne Marie is on the Worship Council, the Senior Pastor Search Committee and coordinates the SPdL "Bug" and Greeter ministries. Most Sundays, you'll see her smiling face in the Welcome Center.

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.

Karen Harwell

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.

J. S. Bach

OLD 100TH

Children K–5 may leave during this time for Kids Worship in room C-305 of the Children's Building.

Reciting the Lord's Prayer together is a powerful experience, one that is guided by incluson from its very first word. If prompted, we invite you to join us in this meaningful prayer practice.

Our Father, Which art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name.

Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in Heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever.

Amen.

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 The flowers on the Communion table are given in loving memory of FRANCES HARKINS FOR HER 100TH BIRTHDAY ON SEPTEMBER 5.

DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow

USING THE PEW CARDS

Rev. Brewer

CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE

Congregation: Risen Christ, You bless us with Your grace, and we praise You!

ANTHEM

Welcome to church!

Make yourself at home here.

THE LORD'S PRAYER

Leader: Creator God, You give us life, and we thank You!

(p. 856 in your pew Bible)

Newcomers INFO FOR

They are given by Kay Hooks, Adele Allen and her loving 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 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.

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 GUEST PREACHER NEXT SUNDAY Sun, Sept. 15 | During Worship Join us in welcoming Dr. John D. Pierce. Known to many as Johnny Pierce, he recently retired from a lengthy career as Baptist journalist and commentator. For many years, he edited Baptists Today (now Nurturing Faith Journal) and was the founding publisher of Nurturing Faith Books (now Good Faith Media). Currently, Johnny directs the Jesus Worldview Initiative through Belmont University’s Rev. Charlie Curb Center for Faith Leadership.

READING PROGRAM AT GARDEN HILLS ELEMENTARY Begins Mon, Sept. 16 | Can apply as you're able About the Program: Volunteers are paired with a student referred by their teacher. Pairs meet weekly during the student's lunch to share books and conversation. Time commitment is 30 minutes, once per week, for the entire school year.

Questions: Contact Drew Kelly at 678.480.0375 or drewkellyatl@gmail.com RSVP: At spdl.org/rsvp WEDNESDAY NIGHT MISSIONS PROJECT Wed, Sept. 18 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall We’ll be stuffing lunch sacks for Crossroads Community Ministries, an organization seeking to provide access to resources that empower people experiencing homelessness to progress on the road toward economic and personal stability. Our special guest for the evening will be Seth Lingenfelter, Crossroads’ Director of Operations. Seth oversees Crossroads’ 3 engagement programs: The Renewal Project, Door-to-Door Housing and Clyde's Kitchen. His primary focus is to ensure these programs work effectively to serve guests with dignity.

JACK MITCHENER CONCERT Fri, Sept. 27 | 8 p.m. | Schwartz Center at Emory University | Concert & Parking: Free About the Concert: SPdL Organist Jack Mitchener will play a recital for the American Bach Society Conference. Come hear Jack play works of Bach, Buxtehude, Mendelssohn, Hailstork and others on the great Jaeckel organ in the Schwartz Center.

GOD KNOWS THE PLANS Intentional Giving Emphasis | September 2024 It's true! Our annual focus on intentional giving is one month earlier this year.

Throughout the month of September, we ask each member of our church family to prayerfully consider their financial contributions to Second-Ponce for 2025. Our Intentional Giving Team has chosen the theme God Knows the Plans and created four weekly devotions to spur thought, prayer, conversation, action and response to God and the church’s financial needs. Find this devotional brochure in the Welcome Center and at the Intentional Giving Table. Pledge cards are also available in the same locations as well as the Sanctuary pew racks and online at www.spdl.org/pledge.

NOMINATIONS FOR DEACONS & CHURCH OFFICERS Submission Deadline: October 1 Each September, our church carves out time to prayerfully consider and nominate the next group of Deacons and church officers. Submit your candidates using the paper nomination forms found in the Welcome Center or online at www.spdl.org/nominations.

EVER WONDER HOW THE PIPE ORGAN WORKS? Mon, Sept. 9 | 12 p.m. | The Schwartz Center, Emerson Concert Hall | Emory University You are invited to hear an “Introduction to the King of Instruments” by SPdL Organist Jack Mitchener. This event is free and will include Jack’s explanation of how an organ works plus performances of a few pieces. Parking is available in the Fishburne Deck.

WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 1:30 p.m.

Youth Braves Game 4 p.m.

Northside Drive Lecture

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 CONT'D 6 p.m.

Adult Discipleship (SPdLU)* 6 p.m.

Activities for Children & Youth 7:05 p.m.

Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 10 a.m.

RCA Volunteer Session FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 12 p.m.

Jack Mitchener's Pipe Organ 5:30 p.m.

Kids' Club FriYAY

Presentation at Emory SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 9:15 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 12 p.m.

Prime Timers' Lunch & Learn 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School & Bible Study for

Children, Youth & Adults WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 9:30 a.m.

BSF Women's Bible Study 5 p.m.

Fellowship Supper *This event is available in person and online via Zoom, YouTube or Facebook; check event details.

Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church | 2715 Peachtree Road NE | Atlanta, GA | 30305 404.266.8111 | www.spdl.org | FB, IG & YT: @secondponce

Dynamic Intentional Joyful MISSIONS DISCIPLESHIP WORSHIP COMMUNITY

SUPPER & SPDLU | INTENTIONALLY GENEROUS PART 2 Wed, Sept. 11 | Beginning at 5 p.m. | Fellowship Hall & Zoom | Meal: $10/adult; $5/child Topic: How We Learn and Practice Giving by Karen Harwell About the Series: During Intentional Giving month, join us for the final sessions where we uncover what we have learned about generosity in giving, its implications on our lives and how we practice intentional giving. We'll share stories and learn a little more about what Scripture has to teach us.

Supper Menu: Spaghetti and meatballs, vegetables, garlic bread, salad and dessert RSVP: By Noon, Mon, Sept. 9 at spdl.org/rsvp

WEEKLY PRAYER GUIDE | 40 WEEKS OF PRAYER Week 6 (Sept 8–14): God Knows Read: Jeremiah 29:11–13 & 1 John 3:20 Pray: • Thank God for God's knowledge, presence and provision.

• Ask God to remind you that God is present and active—greater than your worried heart—even when you don’t see it. Ask God to replace your concern with joy. Ask God what God is calling you to give toward now.

Focused

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP Beginning Wed, Sept. 11 | 9:30 a.m.

Topic: This study, which will cover the book of Revelation, will focus on the Lord Jesus Christ and the consummation of all God’s promises.

RSVP: All women and preschool-aged children are welcome. Sign up at spdl.org/rsvp.

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

September 8, 2024

WELCOME

TO Sunday WORSHIP We're glad you're here!

TODAY'S MESSAGE

The Church: Sacrificial Giving Luke 21:1–4

Rev. Ronnie Brewer Interim Senior Pastor

A reminder of the call of Christ-followers to—as an act of worship— give generously together to God’s work.

Second-Ponce Ministerial Staff REV. RONNIE BREWER Interim Senior Pastor | rbrewer@spdl.org BILL GABBARD Minister of Music | bgabbard@spdl.org REV. JONATHAN HALL Minister of Community & Student Discipleship | jhall@spdl.org REV. ALLIE OSBORNE Minister of Missions & Children's Discipleship | aosborne@spdl.org