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)
welcome
Welcome to Sligo Church. Today we celebrate the years of tireless study and deep commitment of the graduates of Takoma Academy. As a church June 2, Saturday family, we join the parents, faculty and staff of Young Adults GLOW, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. Takoma Academy in congratulating the graduates June 3, Sunday on this significant milestone. Graduates, God will 55+ Club Brunch/Potluck, Discipleship Room, 10:00 a.m. look to you to employ all that you have learned by taking His Takoma Academy Commencement, TA Gym, 10:00 a.m. light into the dark places of this world. With God, you can courageously face each challenge in calm assurance. Through June 4, Monday emulating the life of Jesus, God will qualify you to fill any and Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. every position that you may be called to occupy in service to Him. This Sabbath, may we be inspired to keep our lives June 5, Wednesday connected with God, who is the Source of good and perfect gift. Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m.
calendar of events
Adult Sabbath School Teacher’s Meeting, Sabbath, June 9 - Dr. Aleksandar Santrac, Chair of the Department of Religion at WAU, will introduce the Adult Sabbath School Lesson for the third quarter to teachers and Sabbath School officers, commencing at 8:30 a.m. with a scrumptious breakfast. Sligo Directory Photos: If you’ve had your protrait taken by LifeTouch, kindly pick up your free portrait photo at the Welcome Desk in the Atrium. All photos not picked up by June 30 will be returned to the vendor. 9th ANNUAL SLIGO HOMECOMING! Plan to join the church family and Sligo friends on August 4 for Homecoming 2018, the theme of which is “The Promise of Community: All Are Gifted, All Are Valued.” Worship with us on Sabbath morning when Dr. Bill Miller, President of the Potomac Conference, shares a message on the theme. Enjoy a delicious International Potluck luncheon on Sabbath afternoon at Takoma Academy. Shipwrecked - Vacation Bible School 2018!Get ready for an adventure to an uncharted island where kids are rescued by Jesus! Join us July 8 - 13, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., as we teach God’s Word to the children in our church and community. • Volunteers and children may register at <sligochurch. org/vbs> A mandatory training for all volunteers is planned for Sunday, July 1, commencing at 12:00 Noon • Parenting Seminar: During VBS, we will offer a parenting seminar for parents. Family life experts, Dr. César and Carolann De León, will be our presenters. Don’t miss out! • VBS Praise Team: If you would like your child to join this year’s VBS Praise Team, please contact Ms. Gabby at 202.313.1009. Children, aged 4 - 11, are welcome! Save the date for Sligo by the Sea, Sabbaths, June 30 until September 22. Plan to join us for spiritual refreshing and fellowship, led by a variety of speakers in a relaxed atmosphere. Sabbath School begins at 10:00 a.m. & worship at 11:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Highway in Ocean City, MD. MISCELLANEOUS Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 8:28 p.m. and commences on Friday, June 8 at 8:31 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.
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Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 8:00 p.m.
at worship THE CHURCH
- Joseph Khabbaz
Summary of our Beliefs worship schedule SABBATH, June 9 Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m. Speaker: Pr. Charles A. Tapp Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m. Kerala Church, WAU Richards Hall, 10:00 a.m.
profile of giving - May 26 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: May 27 $ 10,516 May 27 YTD $ 216,342
This Year: May 26 May 26 YTD
BUDGET FOR MAY 26 YTD:
$ 7,448 $ 192,659 $232,672
MAY 26 YTD $ 45,039 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:
May 27
$ 43,393
May 26
$ 43,561
May 27
YTD $ 984,981
May 26 YTD
$ 953,739
$2,800,000
CHRIST FIRST J U N E 2 , 2 018 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
CHURCH BUILDING IMPROVEMENT:
2018 Goal
• 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).
Remaining Goal $1,846,261
Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church 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
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 .
THE CHURCH AT WORSHIP we gather in his name SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Takoma Academy Baccalaureate +Sligo Live Takoma Academy Class of 2018
Joseph Khabbaz
Prelude Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland / J. S. Bach +Processional Festive Trumpet Tune / David German +Song of Gathering When We All Get to Heaven / No. 633 +Invocation Nicholas Ashman Welcome & Church Life Richard Castillo +Richard Castillo & Tahlia Hunter
we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart / No. 27 +Marching to Zion / No. 422 Prayer Richard Castillo +Andrew Deabreu Anthem Lead Me to the Cross / Hillsong +Meditation from Thais / Jules Massenet
we reflect
+Children’s Message
P. Parker & E. Thompson
Scripture 2 Samuel 16:5-12 (NASB) Helen Espenida +Isaiah 43:1-5 (NASB) +Angelina Malcolm Introduction of Speaker Zhayne Hackett +Music for Meditation Someday / arr. Nathan Carter Sermon Living Words +What a Difference a Day Makes
Joseph Khabbaz Michael Kelly
THE CHURCH AT STUDY Invitation to Give Richard Castillo Offertory What a Day That Will Be / Jim Hill +Signs of the Judgement / Mark Butler
Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
w e g o t o s e r v e
Song Service
*Hymn of Reflection Wonderful Words of Life / No. 286 +Just When I Need Him Most / No. 512
Theme Song We Are Living, We Are Dwelling / No. 617
*Benediction Joseph Khabbaz +Milton Brown +Recessional Nun Danket Alle Gott / Sigfrid Karg-Elert Postlude Toccata from Symphony No. 5 / Charles-Marie Widor *Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only Sylvan Coke, deacon on duty Lorna DeLancy, deacon on duty Leading our music today are: Paul Byssainthe, Jr., orgainst Brianna Stewart, vocalist for 1st service Jeremiah Manuel, violinist for 2nd service Kay Rosburg, chorister for 1st Service Dunbar Henri, Ashley Browne & Bryce Lansiquot, choristers for 2nd Service Takoma Academy Camerata & Chorale Lulu Mwangi Mupfumbu, director Graduating Class Officers: President Anadelia Medina Vice President Teya Payne Treasurer Camryn Billett Secretary Krishna Euell Sergeant-at-Arms Mia Young Pastor Taylor Gordon n e x t w e e k , h e r e a t S l i g o . . . Join us next week here at Sligo as our senior pastor Charles Tapp begins a series titled, “The Standards of Jesus: Reflections from the Sermon on the Mount. Come and prepare to receive deep insights into this ancient message and what it means for modern day disciples of Christ. Music will be provided by Sligo Children’s Choir & Men’s Chorale.
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
Roland Halstead
Welcome
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.
Samuel Bartholomew
Prayer
Taylor Waters
Mission Feature
Shari Loveday
Lesson Study End-Time Deceptions Prayer
Dunbar Henri
Paul Byssainthe, Jr., pianist
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: John B. Selvaraj, Paul Imbraguglio, & Earl DeLancy For healing and comfort: Marquita Sullivan & Adam Prasad We are sad to announce the passing of former Sligo member, Paul Imbraguglio, on May 30. Services will be held at Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home (7250 Washington Blvd., Elkridge, MD 21075). Monday, June 4, Viewing, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, Viewing, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Funeral service, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Graveside service to follow. Call Susan Tickner at 301.404.7899 for more information. Takoma Academy 2018 Commencement will be held at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow in TA Gymnasium (8120 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912)
sabbath devotional
“Time is the most valuable coin in your life. You and you alone will determine how that coin will be spent. Be careful that you do not let other people spend it for you.” ― Carl Sandburg
Holy Communion: Sabbath, June 16, in both the first and second services. The Communion service reminds us of God’s amazing love in sending His Son to die in our place that we might be restored to oneness with Him and have abundant and everlasting life. If you know anyone who needs to have communion brought to his or her home, please contact Erwin Mack at 301.434.1622 or Pr. Fielder at 301.270.6777, ext. 127 Communion Rehearsal: Next Sabbath (June 9), following the 11:00 a.m. service. Members of the diaconate are invited to be present. Please meet by the platform at approximately 15 minutes following the close of the service. Membership Report (second reading): Joining Sligo: Vernon Bacud, Alex Cruz, Kimberly Fakeye, Karen Pelote, Gaby Perla, Karina Perla, Leroy Perumal, Moses Sarabia, Tamara Simpson, Vinod Thamby Joining elsewhere: Anton Dormer, Pamela Hawes, Chopego Mulonda, Chishiba Mulonda, Mutinta Mulonda, Palan Mulonda, Scott Tasin