OUR VISION
We will g lorif y G od by be i n g i n creasi n g ly tran sfo rmed i nto the l i keness of C hri s t
our life together
ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued) Sligo by the Sea: Speaker for July 27 - Kermit Netteburg; Speaker for August 3 - Derek Morris Potomac Conference Women’s Retreat: Join the women of Potomac in experiencing the beautiful and tranquil environment of Fall in the colorful woods of Virginia. From throughout the Conference, we are coming together to experience fellowship and friendship, spiritual renewal, physical refreshment, mental stimulation and restful relaxation. Registration is absolutely necessary! Included with all registrations, in addition to participation in all programming are gift bags, pampering, and the joy of the journey! Pick up a flyer at the Information Desk today!
welcome
July 27, Saturday Hope Amidst Chaos, Youth Room, 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Choir Practice, Choir Room, 1:30 p.m. July 29, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:00 p.m. July 30, Tuesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. July 31, Wednesday Revelation Seminar, Discipleship Room, 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m. Youth Game Night, Youth Room, 5:00 p.m. August 2, Friday Homecoming Welcome Reception, Atrium, 6:30 p.m. Sligo Family Worship, Sanctuary, 7:30 p.m. August 3, Saturday International Potluck, Sligo SDA School Gym, 1:30 p.m. Wintley Phipps Concert, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. August 4, Sunday 55+ Club Brunch Potluck, Fellowship Hall A, 10:00 a.m. August 5, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:00 p.m. August 6, Tuesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m.
There has been a great a deal of debate and discussion in the news lately regarding the stand your ground laws of our country; which by the way has caused a lot of division along racial lines. I’m sure that many of you are familiar with the old adage that says, “If you’re not willing to stand for something, then you will fall for anything.” Although I’m sure there is some truth to that, I believe what’s even more important is not merely “standing your ground” but it’s knowing that the ground upon which you have chosen to stand is “solid” ground. As I share the message today, Stand Your Ground, I want us to reflect upon what that should mean for us as disciples of Jesus Christ as well as the ramifications that could await us. Choosing to “stand our ground” can sometimes place us in opposition with the very culture that we have been called to serve.
Sligo Women’s Ministries Book Club will meet on Wednesday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss “Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God’s Transforming Presence” by Ruth Haley Barton.
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Bulletin Information Deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: bulletin@sligochurch.org
August 3 August 10
8:45 and 11:15 a.m.
Hyveth Williams Charles A. Tapp
CHILDREN & YOUTH Sligo School: Apply today! Registration is underway for 201314 school year, which starts August 19, 2013. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Admissions Office at 301.434.1417. Families may register online through our website www.sligoadventistschool.org Basketball Coaches are needed for the Pee Wee and Pony church leagues. Please contact Pr. Gerry Lopez at glopez@ sligochurch.org for more information. Mission Trip: The Sligo Youth Department is going on a mission trip to New Jersey to rebuild homes that were destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. There is limited spacing for 15 High School students only, ages 16+ The cost of registration is $120. For more information on registration, please contact us at 301.270.6777 ext. 244 or email at sligoyouth@sligochurch.org SYD 40: The Sligo Youth Department Leaders will be starting their SYD 40 on July 28th into September 5th. It’s a time for spiritual renewal and to plan for the upcoming school year. There will be no Friday night Vespers during this time. Please join us in prayer for the upcoming school year. Follow us now on Facebook and Twitter
at worship THE CHURCH
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sunset Tonight: 8:25 August 3: 8:18
profile of giving JULY 20, 2013 CHURCH BUDGET: This offering pays for the outreach and
nurture ministries of the church and the church school, along with necessary expenses such as utilities and maintenance of the church building. Last Year: July 21 $ 6,704.17 July 21 YTD $272,734.54
This Year: July 20 $ 10,398.80 July 20 YTD $289,222.54
BUDGET FOR JULY 20 YTD:
$301,939.00
Air Conditioning: July 20 $ 7,117.00 Total Raised $162,705.00 Goal $160,000.00 Surpass $ 2,705.00 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference. June 2013 contributions are $ 241,148.62 June 2012 contributions are $ 184,930.56 Today’s designated offering goes to Potomac Partners. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
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Summary of our Beliefs The Bible is the inspired word of God and our only rule of faith and practice. (2 Timothy 3:16, 17). Jesus Christ is the Divine Son of God and our personal Savior from sin by grace through faith. (John 1:1-3; Ephesians 2:8). Having been saved, followers of Jesus live in obedience to Him by observing the Ten Commandments. (Exodus 20: 1-17; John 14:15). The Sabbath – the seventh day of the week- established by God at creation and honored by Jesus in His earthly ministry, is to be observed by the followers of Jesus. (Exodus 20:8-11; 1 Peter 2:21). Jesus is coming back to earth personally and visibly to raise the righteous dead and give His faithful children of all ages immortality in an earth made new. (1 Thessalonians 4:15-17; Revelation 22:12; 21:1-3).
8:45 & 11:15 A.M.
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directory P: 301.270.6777 EMERGENCY: 301.980.1009 F: 301.270.3518 E: info@sligochurch.org DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: 240.777.4000 SENIOR PASTOR Charles A. Tapp, ext. 126
ctapp@sligochurch.org
ADMINISTRATIVE & ADULT MINISTRIES PASTOR Don McFarlane, ext. 116 dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org CONGREGATIONAL CARE PASTOR Debbie Eisele, ext. 127
eiseled@sligochurch.org
YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS PASTOR Pranitha Fielder, ext. 119
pfielder@sligochurch.org
MEDIA AND OUTREACH PASTOR Paolo Esposito, ext. 126
pesposito@sligochurch.org
CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES PASTOR Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122 glopez@sligochurch.org HEAD ELDER Erwin Mack
301.434.1622
For additional information on support staff and church officers visit www.sligochurch.org 7700 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 I 301.270.6777
Sligo
a seventh-day adventist church The Washington Adventist University Church
OUR MISSION We s eek to g row passi onate d i sc i pl es of J es us th ro ugh wor shi p of God , nur ture of o ne a noth er,and outreach to the worl d .
THE CHURCH AT STUDY
THE CHURCH AT WORSHIP Benediction
we gather in his name SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:15 A.M.
Prelude Summer Sabbath / M. Bartlett +Song of Gathering Standing on the Promises / No. 518 Welcome and Church Life Debbie Eisele
we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise
All Creatures of Our God and King / No. 2
Prayer
Denise Hussong
Adult Sabbath School Charles A. Tapp
Postlude Postlude in G / H. Kihlkem
Welcome *Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:15 service only Leading our music today are: Victor Phillips, organist Charlene Milam, chorister April Henline, soloist
Barry Rowe & Rose Bara, deacon & deaconess on duty
+Children’s Message
Mary McFarlane
Scripture 2 Samuel 23:8-12 (AKJV) Sermon Stand Your Ground!
Jennifer Tyndaal
Charles A. Tapp
Invitation to Give Offertory I Don’t Want to Go / Avalon April Henline, soloist
Charles A. Tapp
+Baptism Ryan Matthew Conway Vicki Thanh Nguyen Jordan Matthew Proctor
Pranitha Fielder
*Hymn of Reflection
Lead On, O King Eternal / No. 619
Song Service
Roland Halstead
Theme Song Higher Ground / No. 625
we reflect
we go to serve
SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Scripture & Prayer
Footnotes: Denise Hussong was born across the street at Washington Adventist Hospital (WAH) and has been a Sligo member all her life. She serves as a greeter, hospitality team leader and is on the Disability Action Team. Denise loves to read and travel. A trip to the sites of the seven churches in Turkey has made the book of Revelation and the writings of Paul come alive! Jennifer Tyndaal, who hails from Trinidad is a Sligo elder and a member of the Disability Action Team. She loves daily study of Scripture. Cultural and historical documentaries interest her and she travels whenever possible to learn more about other cultures. Jennifer is well known and loved by all the residents in her large apartment building around the corner from WAH. She recognizes each by the sound of their voice.
welcome Yuri Tomenko Yuri Tomenko
Special Music Shane Kelley Mission Feature Lesson Study Class Leaders Witness and Service: The Fruit of Revival Benediction & Offering
Anthem You’re Not Alone / Andrews April Henline, soloist
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
Class Leaders
Zelma Edwards, pianist
Let us hear from you! To write the pastors a note, make a prayer request, or inquire about becoming a member of Sligo Church, please use a card from the hymnal rack. ANNOUNCEMENTS Simple Truths for Life: Sligo’s Radio Ministry, can be heard each Sabbath morning from 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. on WGTS 91.9 FM. Listen with a friend, then invite them to come to church in person at 11:15 a.m. We hold in prayer those who: Request healing: Gloria Eaker, Helen West, Ziki Fanai, Scharais Sullivan Thompson, Cacilda Couto, Usha Alexander & Garland Day We grieve the loss of our members, Dorothy Apple & Elba Nieto Sanctuary Flowers: *If you would like to enhance the beauty of our worship by providing flowers, please contact Flor Balay at the Church Office, 301-270-6777, ext. 114. Revelation Seminar: We invite you to join us on Wednesday nights (June 26 - September 11) at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room as we study the book of Revelation. Discover this book’s message of hope, meaning and purpose in our everyday lives. For further information, contact Victor Kindo at 301.270.6777, ext. 229
sabbath devotional “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” Ephesians 6:10-13 NIV
Homecoming 2013: Join the church family and Sligo friends on August 2 & 3 for Homecoming, the theme of which is, “We’ve Only Just Begun.” Former Associate pastor and now a professor at Andrews University, Hyveth Williams, will be our Sabbath morning speaker. Renowned singer, Pastor Wintley Phipps, will be in concert in the evening. Plan to be there and share with the pastors the names of friends and acquaintances to whom you would like a personal invitation to be sent. Spread the word about Homecoming 2013! See the insert for information about the International Potluck on August 3. Please sign up to pledge your contribution. A Place for Healing: Join our Women’s Ministry team in partnering with the Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church team to equip congregations to address the issues of domestic violence. Speakers include Becky Barker, Sharon Cress, Carla Baker and community leaders. Sabbath, August 17, 2:30 – 7:00 p.m. at the Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4200 Ammendale Road, Beltsville, MD. For more information, see www.ifcadv.org Congratulations, Sligo! Your generosity has overflowed in raising the funds necessary to upgrade our air-conditioning system! We give you a very warm thank you for raising a cool $160,000!