September 22, 2012

T H E C H U RC H AT S T U D Y The ten o’clock hour provides opportunities throughout the complex to study God’s word in small groups, to reflect on the meaning of faith, and to fellowship with one another.

ADULTS

Discipleship for Everyday Believers. Sanctuary.

GATHER AROUND THE COLORED BANNERS: BLUE Front right Ram/Goring Team RED Front left Candelaria Team BROWN Back right Wesley Team FUCHSIA Back left Women & the Word GREEN Center right back Team PURPLE Center left back Vedamuthu Team SILVER Front left center Battle-Brooks Team BLACK Balcony left Young Adults Team Believers and Doubters: Room 44, Balcony Level, currently studying Rick Rice’s, Believing, Behaving, Belonging: Finding a New Love for the Church.

Triple S Class: Fellowship Room A. Conversations on Scripture and current issues.

Mizo Bible Study: Church Office Building. Sabbath School lesson taught in Mizo.

Words To Live By: First Level Conference Room, Church Office Building. Sabbath School lesson study for one hour.

SABBATH C E L E B R AT I O N September 22, 2012 OUR VISION

We will glorify God by being increasingly transformed into the likeness of Christ.

OUR MISSION

We seek to grow passionate disciples of Jesus through worship of God, nurture of one another, and outreach to the world.

Prelude

All My Days / Schutte +Allegro in F / Archer

CHILDREN AND YOUTH Beginners (ages 0-2)

Little Friends (ages 3-4) Kindergarten (ages 4-5) Primary I (1st and 2nd graders) Primary II (3rd and 4th graders) Juniors (5th and 6th graders) Earliteens (7th and 8th graders) Youth (High School)

Level 1 Level 1 Level 1 Level 1 Level 3 Level 3 Level 3, Behind Balcony Level 1, Youth Room

CHURCH DIRECTORY Church Office: 301-270-6777 Emergency Line: 301-980-1009 E-Mail: sligo@sligochurch.org

Fax: 301-270-3518 www.sligochurch.org

Senior Pastor Charles A. Tapp Administrative Pastor Don McFarlane Children’s Pastor Gerry Lopez Congregational Care Pastor Debbie Eisele Interim Music Coordinator Jon Gilbertson Media & Outreach Pastor Paolo Esposito Youth & Young Adults Pastor Pranitha

Fielder Treasurer

Charlotte Conway Office Manager Kathleen Driscoll Treasury Assistant Flordeliza Balay Church Clerk Theresa Beltran Senior Ministries Israel Castro Admin. Board Chair Steve Chavez Head Elder Erwin Mack Head Deacon Allan Manuel Head Deaconess Marion Hudson Sligo School Principal Larry Rich WAU President W. Spence ACS Interim Director Gene Milton

8:45 & 11:15 a.m.

Welcome & Church Life

Gerry Lopez

+Songs of Gathering

To God Be the Glory / No. 341 Redeemed! / No. 338

+Children’s Lesson

Gerry Lopez

*Hymn of Praise Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing / No. 334

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Bob Nixon +Brian Jones +Anthem

Holy, Holy, Holy / arr. D. McClurkin, Caldwell & Caldwell

Scripture

Mark 2:1 - 5 (NIV)

Ellen Nixon

+Michelle Koilpillai

Music for Meditation

Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior

Sermon

Charles A. Tapp

Invitation to Give

Charles A. Tapp

Raise the Roof!

Offertory

Here I am, Lord / arr. Gilbertson

+If I Could Help Somebody / arr. Carter SLIGO SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

SABBATH CELEBRATION 8:45 & 11:15 a.m.

*Hymn of Response

Postlude

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Sanctuary - 10:00 a.m.

13th Sabbath School Program

Jesus Saves / No. 340

*Benediction

ADULT SABBATH SCHOOL

Charles A. Tapp

In the Day of the Lord / Ridge +Prelude in Classic Style / Young

congregation is standing congregation is kneeling on the lower level 11:15 service only

Blair Peace & Marion Hudson, deacon & deaconess on duty

Welcome

Noelene Johnsson & Lauryn Gray

Scripture

Earliteen Class

Opening Prayer

Earliteen Class

Special Presentation Little Friends & Kindergarten Primary I Primary II Juniors

Closing Remarks

Lesson Study

Gerry Lopez Class Leaders

The Antichrist

Worship Service Musicians Fred Weber, organist for 1st Service Wendell Phipps, organist for 2nd Service Jon Gilbertson, chorister & accompanist Sheri Jackson, soprano Oksana Skrypkar, violinist Michael Patterson, pianist

Offering

Class Leaders

WORSHIP SERVICE Footnotes: Sheri Jackson is a classically trained soprano singing opera, oratorio, spirituals and hymns across the United States. She is a member of the Dupont Park SDA Church in Washington, DC.

8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m September 29 Lael Caesar WAU’S Week in Spiritual Emphasis

Brian Jones is a sophomore Theology major at Washington Adventist University. He assists with the Junior Sabbath School ministry. His hobbies include reading & travelling.

October 6

Angel Rodriguez Charles A. Tapp

Michelle Koilpillai is currently in her final year of dental school at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new places to eat, reading, running & travelling.

October 13 Sligo School Day October 20

Ellen and Bob Nixon regularly attend early service and are members of the 3S Sabbath School Class. In retirement, Ellen makes lap quilts for nursing home residents and the Linus Project, and Bob is engaged in educational outreach of the University of Maryland Extension Master Gardeners program.

Oksana Skrypkar is currently working on her Master of Public Administration at Washington Adventist University.

Her hobbies include decorating, playing the violin, running & travelling.

October 27 Radio Day

David Trim Charles A. Tapp

Sunset Tonight: 7:06 September 29: 6:55

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Let us hear from you! To write the pastors a note, make a

Budget Booster: Please help us meet our financial needs

prayer request or inquire about becoming a member of Sligo Church, please use the Note Card from the hymnal rack.

“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.!

Our hospitality luncheon this week is reserved for

for ministry by giving an extra offering this Sabbath. Our goal is to raise an additional $27,000 in offering by the end of the year.

Sligo Church will be 105 years old on October 12.

Stop by the Information Desk in the Atrium if you would like a Centennial Sabbath DVD packet from our previous celebration- we have a few left. Donations are appreciated!

ADRA guests. Remember that your small group ministry or class can also request space for your Sabbath potluck by calling Louvina Joseph at 301-431-2188.

Bulletin Information Deadline is Monday evening!

Today’s Sanctuary Flowers are designed by Luz Hi-

CHILDREN/YOUTH/YOUNG ADULTS

polito. *If you would like to enhance the beauty of our worship by providing flowers, contact Flor Balay at the Church Office, 301-270-6777, ext. 114.

Prayer Support: Prayers of recovery for David Payne,

Laila Stowell and Darrill Stowell. Prayers of comfort for Lysle Follette, Valencia Nicholls, Flor Balay and Stephanie Stone who lost loved ones and the family of Roger Ott, who died two weeks ago.

E-mail information to <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> Thank you!

Children’s Ministry: We are urgently seeking volunteers to help us in various departments of our ministry. If you are interested in helping us with our Primary I, Juniors, Earliteen Sabbath School classes or help with “Our Hands” Puppet Ministry, please contact Pastor Gerry Lopez at 301270-6777 ext. 122

Parent Night: We invite all parents of Sligo Church and

Jean Ott wishes to thank our Sligo family for the loving kindness and support shown her during the passing of her beloved husband, Roger.

high-school aged youth to our Youth Parent Night on September 28 at 6 p.m. At this meeting you will receive information about our Friday programs, our socials, and our outreaches throughout the year. This is also a great time for you to meet our Youth Pastor and our SYD leaders.

Prayer Gathering: “Let petitions and praises shape your

Awakening Festival: Join us on September 29 at 2 p.m.

worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns.” Philippians 4:6 (The Message Bible) Gather with us for prayer Tuesdays from 7 – 8 p.m. in the Sanctuary.

Membership Report (second reading):

Joining Sligo: Lalnunpuii Huber, Joy Labrador, Resty Labrador, Sangi Pender, Leland Pittman, Camille Robbins, David Starks, Sr., Thelma van der Vyer, Andrea Watkins Joining elsewhere: Sincerria Carter, Jacqueline Goodlitt, Sarah Harrison, Ghislaine Lescouflair, Todd Nelson, Rachel Nicic, Clint Oommen, Kakanat Oommen, Leena Oommen, Jepthalyne Senas, Lebita Senas, Vinod Thamby, Norman Yergen

Ordination Service: The Potomac Conference will be

conducting an ordination service here at Sligo Church on Sabbath, September 29, commencing at 6:30 p.m., in which our own Pastor Debbie Eisele will be ordained. All are invited to witness this joyous occasion!

Sligo Women’s Ministries Book Club will meet on

Monday, October 8 at 7 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss Tally’s Corner by Elliot Liebow.

for our first youth social of the year to Awakening Christian Music Festival in Middleburg, VA. All high-school aged youth are invited to sign up between now and September 21 in the Youth Room or by contacting the Youth Office <sligoyouth@sligochurch.org> The cost for this trip is $20, and lunch will be provided.

PROFILE OF GIVING

CALENDAR

September 15, 2012

Church Budget: This offering pays for outreach and nurture

ministries of the church and the church school along with necessary expenses like utilities and upkeep of the church building.

Last Year Sept. 3 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 17 YTD

This Year $ 7,761.58 Sept. 1 $ 8,318.61 $ 20,769.46 Sept. 8 $ 8,552.52 $ 8,976.38 Sept. 15 $ 10,603.55 $419,532.87 Sept. 15 YTD $366,197.33

Total Contributing Families on Sept. 15, 2012 : Total Contributing Families on Sept. 17, 2011 :

Budget for Sept. 15 YTD :

108 133

$380,171

Organ / Sanctuary Renovation (OSR) Monthly Mortgage Payment:

Monthly payment- $16,500- Approx. $2,500 is for interest OSR DEBT

Received Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15

OSR

REDUCTION Month to Date

$ 1,357.80 $ 1,052.42 $ 1,432.20 $301,046.87 $ 1,745.25 $ 1,310.00

Balance owed August, 2012: Balance owed August, 2011:

$ $ $

2,410.22 304,889.29 307,944.54

$ 615,522.47 $ 868,538.87

Budget Booster:

Goal Raised by Sept. 15 YTD Needed

Wishing Well:

$27,000.00 $ 8,657.26 $18,342.74

Sept. 15 YTD (incl. in OSR Debt Reduction)

Children’s Choir Practice, Choir Room, 1:30 p.m.

September 24, Monday

Regeneration Ministries, Office Conf. Room, 7 p.m.

Administrative Board Mtg., Fellowship Hall A, 7 p.m.

September 25, Tuesday

Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7 p.m.

September 26, Wednesday

In the Footsteps of Paul, Discipleship Room, 6:30 p.m.

Revelation Seminar, Fellowship Hall A, 7:30 p.m.

Sligo Ringers, Sligo School, 7 p.m.

Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m.

September 28, Friday

Young Adult Bible Study, Fellowship Hall B, 7:15 p.m.

Youth Ministry - Parent Night, Youth Room, 6 p.m.

September 29, Saturday

AHE Meeting, Senior Pastor’s Office, 8:30 a.m.

Sligo Underground, Youth Room, 10 a.m.

Ordination Service, Sanctuary, 6:30 p.m.

September 30, Sunday

Mizo-Chin Fellowship Worship, Sanctuary, 6 p.m.

WASHINGTON ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY September 22, Saturday

Ignite Program, Youth Room, 4:30 p.m.

September 28, Friday $ 674.76

Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference.

August 2012 contributions are $ 208,528.56 August 2011 contributions are $ 175,434.71 Contributing Families in August 2012 : Contributing Families in August 2011 :

September 22, Saturday

563 528

Today’s designated offering goes to Potomac Partners.

Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

Thank you for your support!

Reflections, Fellowship Hall A, 7:30 p.m.

Singspiration, Morrison Hall Chapel, 8:45 p.m.

September 24 - 29, Monday - Saturday

Week In Spiritual Emphasis, Sligo Church, 11:15 a.m.

(Speaker: Lael Ceasar, Associate Editor of Adventist Review)

October 1 - 5, Monday - Friday Missions Week

SLIGO BY THE SEA - 2012 SCHEDULE

Services will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD (410) 524-7474 10 a.m. Sabbath School, 11 a.m. Worship

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