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) Tapestry of Worship Concert featuring Washington, DC based community choir and stellar award nominees, Patrick Lundy and the Ministers of Music will be held on Saturday, February 28, at 5:00 p.m. in Sligo Church. They will record their 7th CD of anthems, hymns and spirituals titled: “Majesty.” Tickets are $12 for adults. Children under 12 can attend for free! Call 301.894.1566 for more information. Want to become a part of our New Security Ministry? We are in need of both men and women who would like to assist in keeping our children and church family safe. Sign up today, using an information card found in the back of each pew and place your completed card in the offering plate. Training will be provided. Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 5:52 p.m. and commences on Friday, February 27 at 5:58 p.m.
CHILDREN & YOUTH The Parent Association of Takoma Academy would like to invite you to their 2nd Annual 3-on-3 March Madness Basketball tournament on Sunday, March 15 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Takoma Academy Gymnasium. Team entrance fee is $40 due by February 27. Call Tournament Director Vashon Williams at 301.520.2765 for more information. 2015 Career Fair: Washington Adventist University invites you to participate in their 2015 Career and Internship Fair, February 27 from 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in Wilkinson Hall. For additional information, call 301.891.4106 or email them at careers@wau.edu Washington Adventist University celebrates Black History Month, February 2015: This year’s theme is A Century of Black Life, History, and Culture. • February 25 - Sligo Church, 11:15 a.m., Convocation • February 25 - Richards Hall Chapel, 7:00 p.m., Lecture by Social Historian, Warren Shaw Please email jfrancis@wau.edu for more information on upcoming events. Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: kdriscoll@sligochurch.org
calendar of events
Welcome to Sligo Church. I don’t know about you,
but whenever I am looking to make a purchase, whether it’s a big ticket item such as an February 23, Monday automobile, or something much less in price, like Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. a suit or a cell phone, one of my major concerns Administrative Board Meeting, Fellowship Hall A, 7:00 p.m. is how much is it going to cost me. I understand February 24, Tuesday that for some money may not be an issue, but for me, as I’m sure it is for most Americans, it is a big deal indeed. Now, that Sligo Bell Choir Practice, SAS Room #114, 7:00 p.m. doesn’t mean I am a cheapskate by any means, but simply that February 25, Wednesday when I am finally ready to make the purchase, I need to know Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. that I am getting my money’s worth. But what about when it (or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.) comes to being part of the kingdom of God? Is there a price Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m. that is to be paid and how can we know if we are getting our “money’s” worth? It has been said that the best things in life February 28, Saturday are free, but does this hold true when it comes to the Kingdom Patrick Lundy Concert, Sanctuary, 5:00 p.m. of God? March 1, Sunday Pathfinder Meeting, Office Chapel, 9:00 a.m. 55+ Club Brunch/Potluck, Fellowship Hall A, 10:00 a.m. Knitting Ministry, Discipleship Room, 11:00 a.m.
worship schedule SABBATH, FEBRUARY 28 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. Crossroads, WAU Student Activity Center, 11:00 a.m. Underground, Youth Room, 11:15 a.m.
profile of giving - Februar y 14 nurture ministries of the church and the church school, along with necessary expenses such as utilities and maintenance of the church building. Last Year: Feb. 15 $ 6,157 Feb. 15 YTD $ 55,870
This Year: Feb. 14 $ 9,152 Feb. 14 YTD $ 54,645
BUDGET FOR FEBRUARY 14 YTD: $48,276
Church Building Improvement: 2014 $ 118,817 Feb. 14 YTD $ 4,628 Total Raised $ 123,445 Goal $150,000 Needed $ 26,555 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference. January 2015 contributions are $ 187,701 January 2014 contributions are $ 140,179 MTD Contributions are $47,522 more than last year.
worship.nurture.outreach
at worship THE CHURCH
- Charles A. Tapp
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). • Our love for God is demonstrated primarily by our love for our fellowmen. (1 John 4:20; Matthew 25:34-40)
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8:45 & 11:00 A.M.
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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
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PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATIVE & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116 dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIP & CONGREGATIONAL CARE Pranitha Fielder, ext. 127 pfielder@sligochurch.org PASTOR FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122 glopez@sligochurch.org
Sligo
a seventh-day adventist church The Washington Adventist University Church
PASTOR FOR MEDIA AND OUTREACH
OUR MISSION
PASTOR FOR WORSHIP Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, ext. 123
cbridges@sligochurch.org
ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICES Ken Flemmer 301.585.6556
HEAD ELDER Erwin Mack 301.434.1622
7700 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 I 301.270.6777
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 we gather in his name
*Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only
SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Barry Rowe, deacon on duty Joy Wigwe, deaconess on duty
Prelude Schonster Herr Jesu / Edmund Shay +“Air” from Suite No, 3 in D / Bach Sligo Live +Songs of Gathering Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing / No. 334 Lord I Lift Your Name on High / Rick Founds Welcome and Church Life Cheryl Wilson-Bridges
we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise Blessed Assurance / No. 462 Prayer
James Gulley Anthem O Divine Redeemer / Gounod +Variations on A Mighty Fortress / Ryan Main
we reflect
+Children’s Message
Scripture Luke 18:18-22 (NIV)
Gladys Guerrero Elizabeth Abel
Sermon Charles A. Tapp The Church on Trial, Part III: The Cost of the Kingdom Invitation to Give
we go to serve *Hymn of Reflection Father, Help Your People / No. 353 *Benediction
Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Song Service
Roland Halstead
Theme Song O Word of God Incarnate / No. 274 Scripture & Prayer
Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
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.
Washington Concert Winds Jose Oviedo, director
Welcome
Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Footnotes: Elizabeth Abel serves as an elder at Sligo Church and hosts a Home of Hope. She is passionate about church ministries and building teams to serve the community. She is employed by the Federal Housing Finance Agency as a Senior information technology and project management specialist. She enjoys skyping with her two grandchildren in Memphis, TN.
Lesson Study Words of Wisdom
Mission Feature
Prayer
Ken Flemmer Class Leaders
Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
Norman Martin, pianist
James Gulley and his wife Trenise have been loyal Sligo members since 1998. They have two children, Devon and Kiera. James is active in Sligo Church ministries and is a clinical researcher at the National Cancer Institute.
next week, here at Sligo... We all have talents that make us good for something. Yet Pastor Tapp has a different message as he continues his series, The Church on Trial Part IV: with his sermon title “Good for Nothing.” Our music will be provided by our Children’s Choir, directed by Mrs. Joya Follette.
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 We hold in prayer those who: Have lost loved ones: Tilkens, Carcy, McKenzie, Omwenga, Flynn & Correia families Request healing/comfort: Rajan Charles, Lawrence Griffin, Stephanie Gomez-Lopez, Daniel Miongo & Francis Wernick Today’s Sanctuary flowers have been given by Rosie Davis in gratitude to God for having restored her husband’s health. Today marks the first anniversary since Charlie became ill. The family thanks everyone for their calls, visits, food, flowers, prayers and support. (Floral design by Mary McFarlane).
Marilyn Dimas has been attending Sligo Church since she was 10 years old. She has served on hospitality teams, been a Disciple Class Facilitator, Adult Sabbath School Teacher and is currently an Elder. She is involved in the administration of a church plant in Beltsville. She has two adult daughters who live in Greece and a son in Rockville, MD.
sabbath devotional
“Only he who believes is obedient, and only he who is obedient believes.”
Charles A. Tapp
Postlude Salve Festa / Ralph Williams +Brandenburg Jubilee / Calvin Custer
welcome
Leading our music today are: Victor Phillips Jr., organist Kay Rosburg, chorister Marilyn Dimas, vocalist
Charles A. Tapp
Offertory You Raise Me Up / Lovland /Graham +On Wings of Angels / Barry Milner
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
– Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship, p. 69
Membership Report (first reading): Joining Sligo: Lakisha Audain, Rennecks Bailey, Jr., Jeanette Bryson, Constancia Merrill, Nadhege Raphael, Glynroy Strachan Joining elsewhere: Robert Bainum, Josphat Birech, Susan Bossenberry, Cheerie Lou Capman, Grazyna Dabrowski, Rajmund Dabrowski, Tracey Earl, Zenitha Etinoff, Rita Johnson, Noelene Johnsson, Peter Justesen, Sajan Nakka, Ana Velazquez 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 also available on various health topics. Game, Set, Match! Grab a racquet and get ready to serve up some fun at the 2nd Annual Sligo Tennis Social on March 7, at the Fairland Sports and Aquatic Complex (13820 and 13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, MD) from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Admission is only $1 per person. Food will be sold by the Sligo Pathfinders. Activities for all ages. Stay in the loop! Sign up for eWeekend, a free weekly newsletter that features special articles, helpful information and the latest news on Sligo Church and its ministries. Use an information card found in the back of each pew and place your completed card in the offering plate.