OUR VISION
welcome
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
calendar of events January 26, Saturday Young Adults GLOW Study, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. January 28, Monday, Regeneration Ministries is canceled
RESOURCES AND SUPPORT FOR FURLOUGHED FEDERAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES in the DMV can be found at <https://www.thecommunityfoundation.org/news/resources-andsupport-for-furloughed-federal-government-employees> Save the date for EQUIP-HD, February 2: The Potomac Conference is coming to Sligo on February 2 with 14 equipping and training seminars. The program starts at 4:00 in the afternoon and ends at 8:00 p.m. Whether your passion is soul-winning, discipleship, multi-media, mentoring, leadership, worship, family life or something else, there will be at least one seminar that will help you to be more effective in responding to God’s call to service. Register online at <www.pcsda.org/equip/> or call 540.886.0771, ext. 238 *Child-care will be provided for children who are 100% potty trained. “Protect Yourself Against On-line Thieves!” Nancy Lamoreaux, retired CIO of the GC with Ernest Staats, CISSP, will present ways to protect your data on-line. Handouts will be provided. Join us on Sunday, February 10 at 3:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall A. Sponsored by Heartlifters. Yearbook - Thanks to everyone who had their photograph taken for the Sligo Church Yearbook. We are currently working with LifeTouch to ensure that this is available to participating families by the end of this quarter. MISCELLANEOUS Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 5:22 p.m. and commences on Friday, February 1, at 5:29 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
January 30, 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 as our students from Washington Adventist University conclude their Spring Week In Spiritual Emphasis, otherwise known as WISE. Our speakers for the day will be Che Burgess and Javier Rodriguez. Music will be provided by WAU’s Music Department. Sligo Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m. Speaker: Che Burgess & Javier Rodriguez Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m. Kerala Church, WAU Richards Hall, 10:00 a.m.
profile of giving - Januar y 19
Welcome to Sligo today. Some of you may not be aware that in addition to studying theology while in college, I also received a degree in the discipline of accounting. I must admit that there were times when I truly had to burn the midnight oil. As you can imagine, in studying accounting, I learned many valuable lessons that have helped me not only in dealing with finances in my ministry, but in my personal life as well. But there is one lesson that I learned which I have never forgotten and that is the concept of cost versus worth. Basically, it boils down to what an item actually costs versus the worth or the value that has been placed on that particular item. And trust me, the monetary difference between the two can at times be staggering. Think about it for a moment. How many times have you heard of someone paying an outrageously exorbitant price for something that actually only costs a few dollars to produce? As we continue our series on the book of Revelation, we will examine the meaning of what true worth should be in the life of every believer, in our message, “Signed Sealed and Delivered.” - Charles A. Tapp
what we believe
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.
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.
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Last Year: Jan. 20 $ 13,198 Jan. 20 YTD $ 25,978
who can help
CHURCH BUDGET: This offering pays for the outreach and
This Year: Jan. 19 Jan. 19 YTD
$ 7,479 $ 20,920
$ 1,451
TITHE: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference to help expand the Kingdom of God throughout our region and world. Last Year:
This Year:
Jan. 20 $ Jan. 20 YTD $
Jan. 19 Jan. 19 YTD
2019 GOAL
33,747 97,746
$2,700,000
$ $
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 J A N U A R Y 2 6 , 2 019 8:45 & 11:00 A.M.
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
CHURCH BUILDING IMPROVEMENT: Jan. 19 YTD
at worship THE CHURCH
24,708 86,541
Remaining Goal $2,613,459
Today’s designated offering goes to Religious Liberty. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
worship.nurture.outreach
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 PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES TBD
The Washington Adventist University Church
PASTOR FOR MEDIA & OUTREACH Richard Castillo, ext. 136 rcastillo@sligochurch.org 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
SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Prelude My Faith Looks Up to Thee / arr. Dale Wood +Songs of Gathering He is Exalted / Twila Paris Indescribable / Laura Story +Sligo Live Richard Castillo Washington Adventist University Welcome & Church Life
Don McFarlane
Child Dedication Charles A. Tapp Sanae Tasanne Tait we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise Rejoice the Lord is King / No. 221 Prayer
Kara Castillo Anthem Waymaker / Sinach
we reflect
Congregation: And I looked, and behold, in the midst of the throne and of the four living creatures, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as though it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent out into all the earth. All: Then He came and took the scroll out of the right hand of Him who sat on the throne. +Music for Meditation What A Beautiful Name / Hillsong
Sermon Charles A. Tapp Christ First: A Journey through the Book of Revelation, Part XII: Signed, Sealed & Delivered!
we gather in his name
THE CHURCH AT STUDY
Invitation to Give
Charles A. Tapp
Offertory O Praise the Name / arr. David T. Clydesdale
we go to serve
Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Song Service
Theresa Garza 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 Jesus Is Coming Again / No. 213 Welcome & Prayer Lesson Study Worthy Is the Lamb Prayer
Ken Flemmer
Ken Flemmer
Norman Martin, pianist
*Hymn of Reflection Worthy, Worthy Is the Lamb / No. 246 *Benediction
Charles A. Tapp
Leader: And I saw in the right hand of Him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals. Congregation: Then I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, “Who is worthy to open the scroll and to loose its seals?” Leader: And no one in heaven or on the earth or under the earth was able to open the scroll, or to look at it. Congregation: So I wept much, because no one was found worthy to open and read the scroll, or to look at it. Leader: But one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep. Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed to open the scroll and to loose its seven seals.”
*Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible +11:00 service onl Blair Peace, deacon on duty Carla Conway, deaconess on duty
sabbath devotional Leading our music today are: Patrick Alston, organist Charlene Milam, chorister Sligo Singers: Treasure John, Erin Stewartson, Naomy Rodrigues, Sara Devaraj, Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, Brianna Stewart & Dwight Byas Sligo Band: Paul Byssainthe, Jr., pianist; Jon Mark, bass guitarist; Leroy Perumal, guitarist; William Brew, drummer Sligo Strings: Keri Tomenko, violinist; Renee BattleBrooks, violinist; Joy Nugent, violinist; Maritta Puyul, violinist; Deric Tomenko, violist; Yuri Tomenko, violist; Katia Di Pinto, cellist
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: Anna Vandeman Maxwell, Lalsangliani (Sangi) Vangchhia & Allen W. Foster For healing and comfort:: Tom Prasada-Rao, Jr., Gabrielle Barrington & Gabe Merrill, Sr. Lalsangliani (Sangi) Vangchhia Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 3 at Sligo Church. She passed away on January 6. Sangi is survived by her husband, Van and sons, Willis & Glen. Viewing 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Service 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Committal 1:00 - 2:20 p.m. Repast 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. For more information, contact Zo Renthlei 240.472.2086 You’re invited! The Sligo family is invited to join our Senior Pastor, Charles Tapp, for a brief reception in the Atrium Suite today, following the second service, in celebration of his 60th birthday. Cake, punch and other refreshments for all in attendance. Your presence is the best present that you can bring.
Postlude Improvisation On “Hymn to Joy” / Richard Elliott
Children’s Message Dana Audain Responsive Scripture Reading Bev Habada Revelation 5:1-7 (NKJV)
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
“Our sins are debts that none can pay but Christ. It is not our tears, but His blood; it is not our sighs, but His sufferings, that can testify for our sins. Christ must pay all, or we are prisoners forever.” – Thomas Brooks
A Farewell Reception in honor of Pr. Richard Castillo will be held in the Atrium on Sabbath, February 2, immediately following second service. A table will be available for cards and gifts. Pr. Castillo has been invited to serve as the Vice President for Integrated Marketing and Communication at Washington Adventist University. We will bid farewell to him following almost four years of dedicated service to Sligo Church. His leadership of the Media department, pioneering work with RESET and the annual Block Party, Graphic Designs, Video inputs, and other important contributions have all played a critical role in the life of Sligo Church. Pr. Castillo will leave with the blessing and appreciation of many, whose lives have been impacted by his ministry. The Washington Adventist Enactus Team embarks on their first international project to La Estrechura, El Salvador this Spring. Need donations of blood pressure machines and diabetic kits. To deliver same, contact Dr. A. Baldwin, Chair, Business Department at abaldwn@wau.edu or 256.303.3903