OUR VISION
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calendar of events December 1, Saturday Young Adults GLOW Study, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. December 2, Sunday 55+ Club Brunch & Potluck, Fellowship Hall A, 10:00 a.m. December 3, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m.
Ranko Stefanovic: Join us next week as our guest speaker Dr. Ranko Stefanovic, professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, and also the author of the Sabbath School quarterly for the first quarter of 2019, speaks on the topic of Revelation. He will be our speaker at both services as well as at a training session commencing at 1:15 p.m. for Sabbath School teachers and anyone else who is interested in gaining insights into next quarter’s lesson. 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 December 15 and will be available for pick up on December 22. For more information email <pathfinder@sligochurch.org> Attention Federal Employees! The Combined Federal Campaign is under way. Please donate to ACSGW, using CFC Code #57194 or United Way #8402 Ken Flemmer and the ACSGW team thanks all of you for your generous donations to their Holiday Giving Project! They were able to provide larger food baskets to more families than before. Sligo Book Club will meet on Wednesday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss This Must be the Place by Maggie O’Farrell. Underground Youth Worship Service, run by the youth for the youth, will be held on December 8 at 11:15 a.m. in the Youth Room. Worship, fellowship, go deeper! Our theme will be: “You Can See God Everywhere You Look (Wired).” Youth Social: Sign up for Paintballing on December 9 @ 9:00 a.m. in the Youth Room. Permission slips are required. Transportation will be provided. Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 4:46 p.m. and commences on Friday, December 7, at 4:45 p.m. *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
December 5, Wednesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 8:00 p.m.
worship schedule Join us next week here at Sligo for our second week of Advent. Guest speaker, Dr. Ranko Stefanovic, will share a message titled, “Satan Is a Defeated Enemy.” Music will be provided by WAU’s Washington Concert Winds Sligo 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 - November 24 NOVEMBER 24, 2018 CHURCH BUDGET: This offering pays for the outreach and
BUDGET FOR NOVEMBER 24 YTD:
$517,225
BUDGET BOOSTER: Nov. 24 MTD $ 5,422 GOAL $20,000
$ 14,578
NEEDED
CHURCH BUILDING IMPROVEMENT: Nov. 24 YTD $ 68,095 TITHE: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference to help expand the Kingdom of God throughout our region and world.
We believe the Bible is the inspired word of God and our only rule of faith and practice. As Scripture teaches, we believe God became man in the person of Jesus Christ, saving us from sin by grace through faith. We believe the seventh-day Sabbath was established by God at Creation and honored by Jesus in His earthly ministry as a gift of rest and rejuvenation for all. We celebrate the church as the diverse “new community” forged through the death and resurrection of Jesus, in which all are called, all are gifted, and all are valued. We anticipate Jesus’ personal and visible return to earth to raise the righteous dead, make the earth new, and dwell with His faithful children throughout eternity . We live out our love for Jesus by growing in His likeness and by serving our fellowmen. • • • •
This Year: Nov. 24 $ 9,437 Nov. 24 YTD $463,434
at worship THE CHURCH
what we believe
how you connect
nurture ministries of the church and the church school, along with necessary expenses such as utilities and maintenance of the church building. Last Year: Nov. 25 $ 13,469 Nov. 25 YTD $494,362
Welcome to Sligo today. I don’t know about you, but one of the things that at times makes me feel somewhat uncomfortable is someone coming to the door of my home unannounced and uninvited. I’m not sure why that is the case. Maybe it’s because I don’t like being caught off guard. And I’m not alone in this regard. In the neighborhood in which I reside the homeowners association has in its charter that no one is allowed to do home solicitations without first being granted a permit. But of course, there are some, especially salesmen, who completely disregard this altogether. Sometimes I answer the door, but most times I don’t. In my mind, if I wanted to have my roof replaced, I would call the company and not expect them to just “show up” at my door. Today as we arrive at the last of the seven churches in our journey through the book of Revelation, we are presented with a knock at the door. And although this visitor may have come unannounced, and in some cases uninvited, this is one time where opening the door would definitely be to our benefit. - Charles A. Tapp
Take your next step at “Connection Central” in the Atrium Do life together: Join a Journey Group Fill out a pew menu card and place it in the offering plate Visit sligochurch.org/connect2ministry
CHRIST FIRST D E C E M B E R 1, 2 018 8:45 & 11:00 A.M.
who can help PHONE: 301.270.6777 EMERGENCY: 301.980.1009 FAX: 301.270.3518 www.sligochurch.org Domestic Violence Hotline: 240.777.4000 National Suicide Hotline: 1.800.273.8255 SENIOR PASTOR Charles A. Tapp, ext. 126
ctapp@sligochurch.org
PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116 dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIP & CONGREGATIONAL CARE Pranitha Fielder, ext. 127 pfielder@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Joseph Khabbaz, ext. 119 jkhabbaz@sligochurch.org
Last Year:
This Year:
PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES TBD
Nov. 25 $ 57,116 Nov. 25 YTD $2,162,631 2018 GOAL $2,800,000
Nov. 24 $ 36,940 Nov. 24 YTD $ 2,165,857 Remaining Goal $ 634,143
PASTOR FOR MEDIA & OUTREACH Richard Castillo, ext. 136 rcastillo@sligochurch.org
Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church Budget. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
worship.nurture.outreach
The Washington Adventist University Church
PASTOR FOR WORSHIP Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, ext. 123
cbridges@sligochurch.org
OUR MISSION
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
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 .
7 7 0 0 C a r r o l l A v e n u e , Ta k o m a P a r k , M D 2 0 9 1 2
THE CHURCH AT WORSHIP we gather in his name
Leader: I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined in the fire, that you may be rich; and white garments, that you may be clothed, that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and anoint your eyes with eye salve, that you may see. Congregation: As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. Therefore be zealous and repent. All: Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.
Advent 1
SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Prelude Come Now, Savior of the Nations / J. S. Bach +Mein Jesu / J.S. Bach, arr. L.Stokowski
+Music for Meditation Magnificat / arr. Z. Randall Stroope
+Song of Gathering Great Is thy Faithfulness / No. 100 +Sligo Live Cheryl Wilson-Bridges Advent 2018 Welcome & Church Life
Mark Sigue
we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise The Advent of Our God / No. 117 Prayer
Sara Devaraj Anthem What a Friend We Have in Jesus / arr. Greg Howlett +Brightest and Best / arr. Sean Kirkner
*Advent Candle Lighting
we reflect +Child Dedication Lucas Elliott Saunders +Children’s Message
Jeanette Bryson +Audain family
Sermon Charles A. Tapp Christ First: A Journey through the Book of Revelation, Part X: The Promise
THE CHURCH AT STUDY
Offertory Battle Hymn of the Republic / arr. Emmanuel Fortin +Winter Night / Frederick Delius
Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Song Service
Vernon Rogers
Theme Song In Christ There is No East Nor West / No. 587 Welcome & Prayer Special Music Lesson Study The Most Convincing Proof Prayer
*Benediction
D. Browne-Louis & B. Charles Sheila Schlisner-Hendricks
Heather Griffin, pianist
Charles A. Tapp
Postlude In Thee is Gladness / J. S. Bach +Overture / Mikhail Glinka *Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible +11:00 service only
Charles A. Tapp
Leading our music today are: Paul Byssainthe, Jr., organist Charlene Milam, chorister Emmanuel Fortin, pianist
Rythee Jones
Columbia Collegiate Chorale Anwar Ottley, director
Responsive Scripture Reading Samuel Perez Revelation 3:14-20 (NKJV) Leader: “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God: Congregation: “I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. Leader: So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth. Congregation: Because you say, ‘I am rich, have become wealthy, and have need of nothing’—and do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked—
New England Youth Ensemble Preston Hawes, director Aleksandra Velgosha, piano Jenevieve Lettsom, violin Shawn Alger, string bass Children’s Message Musicians Adrielle & Arianna Ewoo, vocalists
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: Genevieve B. P. Pelote & Pui I The family of Pui I thanks everyone: “We were overwhelmed by the outpouring of love that the Sligo Church family has showered on us. We like to especially send our gratitude to the Sligo Pastoral Staff, Choir, and Pathfinders. Please continue praying for us as we adjust to life without our mother and wife.” Today’s Sanctuary flowers are in celebration of the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Prakash Borge. God has blessed them with three children and four grandchildren. Congratulations to head elder, Erwin Mack, and his wife, Sylvia, for celebrating their sixty-fourth wedding anniversary this week. Erwin and Sylvia celebrated this anniversary at the Library of Congress, where he proposed to Sylvia. While there on Wednesday, Erwin’s story as a Korean War Veteran was recorded as part of the Library’s Veterans History Project.
Sylvan Coke & Marion Hudson, deacon & deaconess on duty
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.
Sheila Schlisner-Hendricks
we go to serve *Hymn of Reflection Leaning on the Everlasting Arms / No. 469
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
1st 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! Prepare the way of the Lord!
Exploring the Gospels: Join Pastor Don McFarlane as we examine the Gospel of Luke -- the Gospel that shows most clearly that Jesus came for all men and women -- rich and poor, broken and degraded--every race is received and everyone is welcome. Join our class Tuesday, December 4, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Sligo Church. Bring your Bible and a friend to Fellowship Hall A, Tuesday, December 4, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Budget Booster: Our Sligo Church Family has always been faithful in their giving and for this we thank you. However, as you can see in the Profile of Giving, we are far behind our goal for the Church Budget this year. To help us meet our budgeted goal, we have set a challenge of $20,000 for the Budget Booster for the months of November and December. This is in addition to what is given for the Church Budget. Your gifts toward the ministries of Sligo Church are greatly appreciated.