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ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued) Join Washington Adventist University on April 10-11 for their 36th G. Arthur Keough Lectureship, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Zdravko Plantak April 10: “Radical Liminality: Re-Imagining and Re-Performing our Faith on the Thresholds of Life” (WAU Richards Hall, 6:00 p.m.) April 11: “Liminal Radicality: The Mission of the Church through the Embodied Proclamation” (WAU Richards Hall, 4:00 p.m.) Can you host families in need? Two families from the Winter Haven Hypothermia Shelter who frequently attend Sligo are in need of temporary housing for 1-2 months. Montgomery County Social Services will pay a $300 per month stipend to the host family/individual (residing in Montgomery County) to assist with expenses. The family size is a mother with three children. Please contact Dr. Robinson at 301.325.5596 if you are willing to assist. 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.
Welcome to Sligo Church. For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by television dramas whose theme is centered around a court room March 21, Saturday type setting. And no, I’m not referring to what you see Hymn Festival, featuring Strings for Joy and the New England aired on many of the reality TV court shows on many Youth Ensemble, Sanctuary, 6:30 p.m. of the networks. Rather, the type of courtroom-based drama that has captivated me from the time I was a child is that March 22, Sunday which has been more along the lines of shows like that of Perry Pathfinder Meeting, Office Chapel, 9:00 a.m. Mason, Ironside, LA Law and Judging Amy just to name a few. There is just something about the tension that exists in the courtroom as the March 23, Monday battle for truth is being fought that stirs up a sense of righteous indigRegeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. nation in my soul that I find hard to explain. As you know the primary Administrative Board Meeting, Fellowship Hall A, 7:00 p.m. way this battle is waged is by each side presenting evidence to support March 24, Tuesday their case, which many times comes in the form of witnesses; those who have first-hand testimony to share. But there is no more compelSligo Bell Choir Practice, SAS Room #114, 7:00 p.m. ling testimony than that of the star witness whose testimony is usually March 25, Wednesday of such a critical nature that it has the potential to determine the very outcome of the trial. Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. - Charles A. Tapp (or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.) Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m. Summary of our Beliefs • The Bible is the inspired word of God and our only rule of
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worship schedule SABBATH, March 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.
Sligo Women’s Ministries Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss “Mom and Me and Mom” by Maya Angelou.
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Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 7:21 p.m. and commences on Friday, March 27 at 7:27 p.m.
nurture ministries of the church and the church school, along with necessary expenses such as utilities and maintenance of the church building.
Family Fun Festival will be held on Sunday, April 12, from Noon to 5:00 p.m., on the campus of Washington Adventist University (WAU). The annual event is free to the public and features live music, food and family entertainment. The event has been an annual tradition on campus for more than a decade, and it is the highlight of the university’s Alumni Weekend, which is April 9-12. CHILDREN & YOUTH The Youth Department is requesting donations for the El Salvador Mission trip. The goal is $15,000 by the end of July! Please make donations by visiting www.sligochurch.org and clicking on GIVE. Youth Paintball Trip on April 19: Sign up in the Youth Room today to ensure your spot! Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: kdriscoll@sligochurch.org Follow us now on Facebook and Twitter
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CHURCH BUDGET: This offering pays for the outreach and
Last Year: Mar. 15 $ 7,509 Mar. 15 YTD $ 95,149
This Year: Mar. 14 $ 6,747 Mar. 14 YTD $ 88,977
BUDGET FOR MARCH 14 YTD: $92,080
Church Building Improvement: 2014 $ 118,817 Mar. 14 YTD $ 7,414 Total Raised $ 126,231 Goal $150,000 Needed $ 23,770 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference. February 2015 contributions are $ 164,683 February 2014 contributions are $ 178,818 MTD Contributions are $14,135 less than last year. Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church Budget. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
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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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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 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 & YOUNG ADULTS PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122 glopez@sligochurch.org
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PASTOR FOR MEDIA & OUTREACH Richard Castillo, ext. 136 rcastillo@sligochurch.org
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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 go to serve
we gather in his name
Prelude Chorale Prelude (Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme) BWV 140 / J. S. Bach Sligo Live Ministry Appreciation Pranitha Fielder Worship/ Youth/ Children/ Adventurers +Songs of Gathering To God Be the Glory / No. 341 We Will Glorify / Twila Parris Welcome and Church Life Cheryl Wilson-Bridges
we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise Crown Him with Many Crowns / No. 223 Prayer
Anees Abdelnour
Anthem Meditation / Massenet +Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring / Bach
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+Baby Dedication Shemar Dakarai Gordon
+Children’s Message
Scripture John 1:1-8 (NKJV)
Charles A. Tapp
Gladys Guerrero Lori Bryan
Sermon Charles A. Tapp The Church on Trial, Part VI: The Star Witness Invitation to Give
Adult Sabbath School
*Hymn of Reflection Lord, I Want to Be a Christian / No. 319
SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Charles A. Tapp
Offertory Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring / Bach +Immortal, Invisible / Welsh melody, arr. Linn-Williamson
*Benediction
Charles A. Tapp
Postlude Festive Trumpet Tune / David German *Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only Barry Rowe, deacon on duty Carla Conway, deaconess on duty Leading our music today are: Edmond Charles, organist Charlene Milam, chorister Strings for Joy! Evonne Baasch, director Aniza Moore, violin Alejandro Moore, piano
SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Song Service
Zelma Edwards & Janelle Boothby
Theme Song O Word of God Incarnate / No. 274 Scripture & Prayer
Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
Welcome
Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
Mission Feature Hypothermia Center
Donna Robinson
Lesson Study The Humility of the Wise Prayer
Class Leaders Sheila Schlisner Hendricks
Kay Rosburg, pianist
Footnotes: Anees Abdelnour works in the General Conference’s Treasury Department. He also serves as a deacon at Sligo Church. Anees is originally from Jordan. He enjoys doing mission projects, networking and helping others. Lori Bryan is a recording artist and songwriter who has shared her music ministry internationally. She enjoys drawing, spending time in nature, and learning about other cultures. next week, here at Sligo... When the verdict for a trial is read, the courtroom is usually full of family, friends and all interested parties who are eagerly awaiting the jury’s decision. Next week, Pastor Tapp will share his seventh and final message for his sermon series, The Church on Trial: “The Verdict Is In.” Our musical praise will be provided by The Columbia Collegiate Chorale and the New England Youth Ensemble of Washington Adventist University.
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. 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 We hold in prayer those who: Have lost loved ones: Ganta, Lewis, Holbrook & Bara families Request healing/comfort: Ed Davis, Jean Loney, Shaun Loney, Ana Chuquizuta, Faith-Ann McGarrell, Usha Alexander, Gladys Guerrero, Donna Robinson, Frank Agard, Joselaine Bazile, Eva Christian & Lawrence Griffin A memorial service will be held for Mrs. G.S. Helen Peterson, mother of Arthur Ganta, on March 28 at 5:00 p.m. in Sligo SDA Church. Today’s Sanctuary flowers are from Genene & Steve Sharp in loving memory of their mothers. (Floral design by Mary McFarlane)*If you would like to enhance the beauty of our worship by providing flowers, please contact Flor Balay at the Church Office, 301-270- 6777, ext. 114.
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“Jesus’ plan called for action, and how He expressed it predicted its success. He didn’t say “you might be my witnesses,” or “you could be my witnesses,” or even “you should be my witnesses.” He said “you will be my witnesses.” – Charles R. Swindoll
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
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. Join us for a Hymn Festival, presented by Strings for Joy & the New England Youth Ensemble this evening at 6:30 p.m. in Sligo SDA Church! Share in the inspiration of Christianity’s most beloved hymns! VANUATU NEEDS YOU! A category 5 cyclone hit the island nation of Vanuatu, located near Australia in the South Pacific last week killing and wounding many, destroying crops and livelihoods, and collapsing communities. A crisis this severe will take years to recover. ADRA is on the ground, but we need your financial support now. To make an urgent donation, visit ADRA.org and click on the Vanuatu cyclone link, call 1-800-424-ADRA (2372) or text ADRA to 41444.