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) Young Adults Social: If you’re looking for a warm community of young adults and an opportunity to visit downtown Silver Spring, join us this evening at 7:00 p.m. as we have dinner and fellowship together. Meet us in the Youth Room at 7:00 p.m., we will then head out to Silver Spring. If you have any questions, contact Alexandra at 301.204.5935 Clase en español - La clase de escuela sabática en español se a estado reuniendo en la parte izquierda del balcón del santuario. Desde 2 de diciembre el Hno. Edwin Martinez a enseñando la clase a los miembros del habla hispana. Están invitado a formar parte de esta clase todos los sábados a las 10:00 a.m. (All are welcome to be part of a new Spanish Sabbath School class, led by Edwin Martinez, that meets at 10:00 a.m. on the left side of the balcony). Save the date: Sunday, December 24, 7:00 p.m. in The Memorial Chapel, University of Maryland, College Park, featuring the Lloyd Mallory, Jr. Singers, Tre Voce, The Three Tenors, Monique Griffiths and a full orchestra. This live recording will benefit ongoing hurricane relief efforts in the Caribbean. All donations are tax deductible. For ticket information visit: <www. mohiminc.com/events> Share in the mission! Conference leadership hopes to see you at the DC Metro / Maryland regional town hall meeting. This is a time to learn about conference happenings, like that of the Cultivate Initiative, women in ministry, office relocation, conference finances, development for Camp Blue Ridge and Impact: Camp Meeting Re-imagined. This is also an opportunity for open dialogue with church leaders and to share items of your own. This meeting will be held on January 13 at 5:15 p.m. at the Southern Asian SDA Church at 2001 E. Randolph Road, Silver Spring MD. Lost and found: Tolu Tola, a valuable Apple product is currently in our possession. Please come to the church office and claim it. Thank you! MISCELLANEOUS Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 4:47 p.m. and commences on Friday, December 22 at 4:49 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. Follow us now on Facebook and Twitter
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Welcome to Sligo. While driving to church earlier this week, I did what I often do which is listen to the radio. The kind of mood I’m in will determine, to a large December 16, Saturday degree, my station of choice. On this particular day, Young Adults GLOW, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. I decided to channel surf the dial to see what would catch my fancy, even though there are six frequencies December 17, Sunday that I have preprogrammed so that at any time I can quickly go to one of my favorites. But while listening to a Exercise Class, Office Chapel, 9:00 a.m. religious station, I heard the pastor who was preaching remind his Annual Christmas Brunch for SS Leaders, Atrium, 10:00 a.m. congregation that the work of Christianity is one that begins from the inside-out, not the outside-in. When I heard these words, my December 18, Monday mind quickly thought of our theme for Advent this year which is, Recovery Ministry, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. The Hope of Glory.” This is based on Paul’s words to the Colossian believers, found in Colossians 1:27, “Christ in you, the hope of glory,” December 20, Wednesday Paul’s words remind us that it is only the result of Christ’s Spirit Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. working from within that will produce the transformation that we so desperately need in our lives. Not a sermon, but a great thought for us Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 8:00 p.m. to remember this season and every season. - Charles A. Tapp
calendar of events
worship schedule
Summary of our Beliefs
SABBATH, December 23 Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m. Speaker: Joseph Khabbaz Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m. Kerala Church, WAU Richards Hall, 10:00 a.m.
profile of giving - December 9 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: Dec. 10 $ 15,043
This Year: Dec. 9
$ 9,848
Dec. 10 YTD $ 510,574
Dec. 9 YTD
$521,837
BUDGET FOR DECEMBER 9 YTD:
• 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).
Dec. 9 YTD $41,985 Balance from 2016 & YTD $79,041 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference to help expand the Kingdom of God throughout our region and world.
PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIP & CONGREGATIONAL CARE Pranitha Fielder, ext. 127 pfielder@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Joseph Khabbaz, ext. 119 jkhabbaz@sligochurch.org
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PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122 glopez@sligochurch.org
This Year: 50,310
Dec. 9
$
Dec. 10 YTD $2,324,190
Dec. 9 YTD
$2,311,125
2017 Goal
Remaining Goal $ 488,875
$2,800,000
8:45 & 11:00 A.M.
ctapp@sligochurch.org
PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116 dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org
Dec. 10
D E C E M B E R 16 , 2 017
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
$566,442
CHRIST FIRST
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Church Building Improvement:
Last Year:
at worship THE CHURCH
47,578
Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church Budget. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
worship.nurture.outreach
PASTOR FOR MEDIA & OUTREACH Richard Castillo, ext. 136 rcastillo@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR WORSHIP Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, ext. 123
The Washington Adventist University Church
cbridges@sligochurch.org
ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICES Ken Flemmer 301.585.6556
HEAD ELDER Erwin Mack 301.434.1622
HEAD DEACON Manuel Rosette 301.370.1255
HEAD DEACONESS Marion Hudson 301.980.1862
7700 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 I 301.270.6777
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 .
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THE CHURCH AT WORSHIP SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
We Gather in His Name Prelude In Dulci Jubilo / J. S. Bach +Song of Gathering Praise the Lord, His Glories Show / No. 25 +Sligo Live Giving
Richard Castillo
Welcome & Church Life
Gerry Lopez
Celebration of Ministry Community Sabbath School Lesson
*Hymn of Praise Joy to the World / No. 125 Prayer Rena Vonumu +Damar Nirmal *Advent Candle Lighting Beltran family Introduction Cheryl Wilson-Bridges
Handel ’s Messiah
P a r t I , S c e n e 1 Isaiah’s Prophecy of Salvation
THE CHURCH AT STUDY Homily & Offertory +Pastoral Symphony
Adult Sabbath School
SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
S c e n e 4 : T h e A n n u n c i a t i o n t o t h e S h e p h e r d s +There Were Shepherds Abiding in the Field +And the Angel Said Unto Them +And Suddenly there Was With the Angel +Glory to God S c e n e 5 : C h r i s t ’ s H e a l i n g a n d R e d e m p t i o n +Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion Then Shall the Eyes of the Blind Be Opened He Shall Feed His Flock Like a Shepherd P a r t I I I , S c e n e 4 The Acclamation of the Messiah +Worthy is the Lamb Hallelujah!
Scene 2: The Coming Judgment Thus Saith the Lord But Who May Abide S c e n e 3 : T h e P r o p h e c y o f C h r i s t ’ s B i r t h Behold, a Virgin Shall Conceive O Thou that Tellest Good Tidings to Zion For, Behold, Darkness Shall Cover the Earth The People That Walked in Darkness +For Unto Us a Child is Born
Leslie Hardware 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.
Theme Song A Mighty Fortress / No. 506 Welcome & Prayer
Yuri Tomenko
Special Music Leslie Hardware But Thou Didst Not Leave His Soul in Hell, from Messiah Mission Feature Lesson The Elect Prayer
Elizabeth Tomenko
Yuri Tomenko
Zelma Edwards, pianist
We Go to Serve *Benediction
Charles A. Tapp
Postlude Fanfare / Jacques Lemmens
+Overture Comfort Ye My People Every Valley Shall Be Exalted +And the Glory of the Lord
Song Service
*Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only Barry Rowe & Hisnelle Phillpotts,, deacon & deaconess on duty
Leading our music today are: Laddie Bell, organist Desmond Pierre-Louis, chorister Sligo Mass Choir (Gaithersburg Presbyterian Chancel Choir & Sligo Sanctuary Choir) Paul Byssainthe, Jr., conductor; Anika Anderson, soprano; Teresa McCoy, mezzo-soprano; Jon Gilbertson, tenor & Paul Grosvenor, bass Sligo Orchestra Paul Byssainthe, Jr., conductor n e x t w e e k , h e r e a t S l i g o . . . Pr. Joseph Khabbaz will share a message titled, “Mary, Did You Know?” Sligo Singers, Sligo Children’s Choir & Jewels will provide support in music for our worship.
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
3rd 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. Go and tell what you have seen and heard: The virgin will conceive and bear a son, And they shall name him Emmanuel, God with us. Prepare the way of the Lord!
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 For healing and comfort: Jean Ott, Patrick Alston & Ed Davis Eat Chocolate. Pathfinder Candy is back for the holidays - it tastes great and makes a wonderful gift. Stop in the Atrium today to place your order to help out the kids. Orders must be placed by today and will be available for pick up on December 23. For more information email <pathfinder@sligochurch.org> 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. Attention Federal Employees! The Combined Federal Campaign is under way. Please donate to Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington (ACSGW), using CFC Code 57194. Thank you for supporting ACSGW! The campaign ends January 12, 2018. Winter Haven Emergency Shelter operated by House of Divine Guidance, opens on December 17, 2017 and runs through March 17, 2018. The homeless shelter for women and children will operate seven days a week from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. beginning here in the Sligo Youth Room through the end of the year. Volunteers and donations are needed. You can provide meals, supplies, or financial contributions through your church offering, designating it for Winter Haven. For more information, contact Donna Robinson at 240.888.6775 or <donna.robinson@houseofdivineguidance.org>