December 10, 2016

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)

calendar of events

Sligo Book Club will meet on Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss “Acts of God” by Ellen Gilchrist.

Winter Haven Emergency Shelter for women and children returns to Sligo December 18 - 31. Contact Donna Robinson at 240.888.6775 if you wish to donate winter items. Financial contributions can be made online at <www.houseofdivineguidance.org> New Beginnings Sabbath School Class: If you are looking for a Bible study class to prepare for baptism or simply want to study the foundations of the Christian faith, please join the New Beginnings class Sabbath mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Pastor’s Lounge. For more information, please contact Pr. Fielder at <pfielder@sligochurch.org> Homeless Ministry: Join us in the Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m. today, as we go out into our community to feed the homeless during this season of giving. We will also be giving out coats and blankets, so be sure to donate the jackets and covers you no longer use.

Looking for volunteers: The Children’s Sabbath School department is looking for volunteers to help as a greeter or teacher for the Primary I Sabbath School Class. If interested, please contact Pr. Gerry Lopez in person or email glopez@sligochurch.org, or Joviah Ndahayo at 301-613-1064 or joviah.ndahayo@gmail.com MISCELLANEOUS Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 4:46 p.m. and commences on Friday, December 16 at 4:48 p.m.

Sligo Live: If you have a story, a subject or an individual that you would like to see featured on Sligo Live, please contact Pastor McFarlane at <dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org> or 301.270.6777, ext. 116 *Consent To Use Photographic Images: Sligo SDA Church films all worship services. Attendance at, or participation in Sligo worship services constitutes an agreement by the participant to Sligo’s use and distribution of the attendee’s image, voice, or likeness in photos, video, electronic reproduction and audio tapes of such activities.

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December 10, Saturday Young Adults GLOW, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m.

Homeless Ministry, Memorial Chapel, 2:00 p.m.

December 12, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m.

December 14, Wednesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. (or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.)

Sligo Book Club, Discipleship Room, 7:00 p.m.

December 15, Thursday Exercise Class, Office Chapel, 6:30 p.m.

Welcome to Sligo today. I’m sure that you are familiar with the expression, “there’s light at the end of the tunnel.” This idiomatic expression refers to a difficult situation or problem for which there appears to be no end in sight. For instance, “It has taken Sligo Church years to raise the funds to pay off its debts, but finally we are able to see light at the end of the tunnel.” Simply put, this metaphoric expression acknowledges that all is not lost and that there is a reason to remain hopeful. Light has a way of instilling hope where previously there was none. In John chapter one, Jesus is described as being the Light that shines in darkness. The message that is being conveyed is that Jesus is the hope that God has sent to this world in the person of his Son. As we celebrate the Lord’s Supper, I can’t help but view these symbols that represent his broken body and spilt blood as symbols of light, symbols which powerfully convey to all who partake that all is not lost and that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

at worship THE CHURCH

- Charles A. Tapp

Summary of our Beliefs

worship schedule SABBATH, December 17 Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Speaker: Charles A. Tapp Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m.

Kerala Church, WAU Richards Hall, 10:00 a.m.

profile of giving - December 3 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:

This Year:

Dec. 5 $ 24,367 Dec. 3 $ 14,746 Dec. 5 YTD $531,659 Dec. 3 YTD $494,563 BUDGET FOR DECEMBER 3 YTD: $530,090

Budget Booster: Dec. 3 YTD $ 13,700

welcome

Goal

Church Building Improvement: Greenwood Avenue Entrance Women’s Bathrooms Dec. 3 YTD $ 75,246 Total Raised

$ 30,000

• 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).

• Our love for God is demonstrated primarily by our love for our fellowmen. (1 John 4:20; Matthew 25:34-40).

CHRIST FIRST D E C E M B E R 10 , 2 016 8:45 & 11:00 A.M.

directory PHONE: 301.270.6777 EMERGENCY: 301.980.1009 FAX: 301.270.3518 WEBSITE: www.sligochurch.org Domestic Violence Hotline: 240.777.4000 SENIOR PASTOR Charles A. Tapp, ext. 126

ctapp@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116

dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org

$216,521

Atrium Roof and Skylight: Total Raised $ 92,415

Goal $350,000 Needed $ 257,585 Outstanding Pledges $29,779.02

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

Last Year:

This Year: Dec. 5 $ 58,995 Dec. 3 $ 58,164 Dec. 5 YTD $2,224,759 Dec. 3 YTD $2,274,028 2016 Goal $2,800,000 Remaining Goal $ 525,972 Today’s designated offering goes to Adventist Community Services/World Budget.

Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

worship.nurture.outreach

PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIP & CONGREGATIONAL CARE Pranitha Fielder, ext. 127

pfielder@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Joseph Khabbaz, ext. 119

jkhabbaz@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122

glopez@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR MEDIA & OUTREACH Richard Castillo, ext. 136

rcastillo@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR WORSHIP Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, ext. 123 ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICES Ken Flemmer 301.585.6556

HEAD DEACON Manuel Rosette 301.370.1255

cbridges@sligochurch.org HEAD ELDER Erwin Mack 301.434.1622 HEAD DEACONESS Marion Hudson 301.980.1862

7700 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 I 301.270.6777

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 w e g a t h e r i n h i s n a m e

+Children’s Lesson

Gerry Lopez

+Hymn of Reunion There Is A Fountain / No. 336 (stanzas 1, 2 & 6)

SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.

Holy Communion

*Litany Gerry Lopez Leader: O Jesus, our great high priest, be present with us as you were present with your disciples and make your will known to us as we gather around your table.

We Gather Prelude Away in a Manger / arr. Tom Wallace

+Songs of Gathering

Power in the Blood / No. 294 Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior / No. 569 (1, 2 & 4) Sligo Live Gerry Lopez Sabbath School Primary II

Welcome & Church Life Gerry Lopez *Hymn of Praise O Come, All Ye Faithful / No. 132

Invitation to Give

Charles A. Tapp

Offertory He Shall Feed His Flock / George Friedric Handel +Candelight Carol / John Rutter

We Reflect Scripture John 1:4-9 (NKJV)

+Music for Meditation The Lord’s Prayer / Albert Hay Malotte Homily Symbols of Light

Richard Castillo

+Joseph Khabbaz

Charles A. Tapp

We Prepare +Ordinance of Humility

Congregation: We do not presume to come to your table trusting in our own goodness, but in your all-embracing love and mercy.

Leader: Teach us to love as we are loved by you, to forgive as you have forgiven us, and to give in sacrifice as you sacrificed yourself for us.

All: You have so made us that we cannot live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from your mouth. Give us a hunger for your Word, and in that food satisfy our daily need and make us truly the body of Christ.

Sharing at the Table

Prayer Pr. Don McFarlane

+Pranitha Fielder

Anthem Gesu Bambino / Pietro Yon +C’est Noel / Andre Jutras

*Advent Candle Lighting Tomenko family

Women (Fellowship Halls A & B), Men (Memorial Chapel), Families, Couples & Singles (Youth Room)

Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.

Song Service

The Lord’s Supper

Leslie Hardware

Theme Song I Know Whom I Have Believed / No. 511 Scripture & Prayer

Ken Flemmer

Special Music The First Noel / arr Shafferman

Lesson Study

Out of the Whirlwind

Prayer

Ken Flemmer

Zelma Edwards, pianist Samantha Phasge & Jeremiah Manuel, violinists

Charles A. Tapp

We Go To Serve *Hymn of Response

When We All Get to Heaven / No. 633 *Benediction

Charles A. Tapp

Postlude On a Winter’s Night / arr. John Moss

*Congregation is standing  Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only Leading our music today are: Wendell Phipps, organist Kay Rosburg, chorister Giulia Bratosin, vocalist

Washington Concert Winds Jose Luis Oviedo, director Mark DiPinto, pianist

An Emergency Aid Offering will be received by the deacons as you leave.

Michael Dulcich & Jean Ott, deacon & deaconess on duty n e x t w e e k , h e r e a t S l i g o . . .

Next week here at Sligo, Pr. Tapp will preach his third Advent sermon on the theme, “The Light of His Glory.” Music will be provided by the Sligo Sanctuary Choir.

OUR LIFE TOGETHER

2nd Advent Candle Lighting:

We light this candle as a sign of the coming light of Christ, coming again to reign in glory.

Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice!

Keep awake, therefore, and be ready.

The Lord is coming at an unexpected hour.

The kingdom of heaven has come near.

Prepare the way of the Lord!

JESUS PROJECT: Desire of Ages, Chapter 55, Dec. 11 - Dec. 17

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 friends, then invite them to come to church in person at 11:00 a.m. Download past episodes or subscribe to future episodes for free from Simple Truths for Life by Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church from the iTunes Store. You can also go to simpletruthsforlife. org/podcast Prayer Requests Families of these deceased: Mercedes Singleton Mitchell, Luther Robert Palmer, Jr. & Jesse Cooley For healing and comfort: Dorothy Dorsey & Ponnamma Mark Your House a Mission Station? Why not! If God gave you a roof, maybe He also called you to witness to neighbors right where you live. Find out how to lead or host a home-base Bible study group.

Next Sabbath, December 17, you are invited to share Pot Luck lunch and attend leadership training in the Memorial Chapel, 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Teams are being assembled for the 2017 Spring Semester. For more information call Beth Wear, 301.434.1963 or Pastor Castillo, 301.270.6777, ext.136 Blood Pressure Screening, sponsored by the Health Action Team, is being held in the Atrium between 10:00 a.m. and 11:10 a.m. today. Information is available on various health topics. A doctor is also available for your health questions.

Budget Booster: Please give extra to our budget through the Budget Booster. Our goal this year is $30,000. In faith, we allocated more for our ministries at Sligo. Thank you in advance for your generosity and for your continued support of the needs here at your local church.

Treasurer’s Note: Many of you will be giving your year-end offerings in the month of December. There are several ways in which you can give in addition to your giving at church. You may contribute through our on-line giving (Go to <www.sligochurch. org> and click on GIVE and choose one of the options). Or if you prefer, by mail, but it must be post-marked by December 31. You can also put your giving envelope in the church office Mail Slot during the week. Thank you for your faithfulness in giving your tithe and for supporting your local church by giving liberally and systematically to the Church Budget.