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)
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Welcome to Sligo. Today we focus on some important lessons that the Book of Esther has to teach us. Esther is the only book in the Bible that does not mention the March 4, Saturday name of God. God seems to be absent, but on close examination, it is clear that God is not far away. He is Young Adults GLOW, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. lurking in the shadows and at the edges, observing, Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 1:00 p.m. prompting and empowering, perhaps even chuckling to Himself at times as He sees the actions of the principal players. No March 5, Sunday doubt His heart is also broken as He observes spurned opportunities 55+ Brunch & Potluck, Fellowship Hall A, 10:00 a.m. to exercise grace, show compassion and demonstrate the nature of March 6, Monday His kingdom. Today’s sermon is titled, “Reluctant Heroine, Determined Villain.” You may be surprised to know that the villain in this case is not Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. the notorious Haman. In fact, the heroine and the Villain are the same person. I sincerely pray that God will open our eyes and hearts to the March 8, Wednesday lessons He wants to teach us today from the Book of Esther. Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. - Don McFarlane (or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.) Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 8:00 p.m.
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Sligo Underground Worship will be held today at 11:15 a.m. in the Youth Room. Join us for a worship service run by youth for youth. Worship, fellowship, go deeper! Our theme will be “TXT: Is the Bible Reliable.” GLOW Worship Service: All Young Adults (ages 18-35) are invited to join us at 11:30 a.m. on March 11 in the Youth Room for Glow Worship. This worship service is held on the second Sabbath of every month. MISCELLANEOUS Bulletin information deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: <kdriscoll@sligochurch.org> 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 Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 6:03 p.m. and commences on Friday, March 10 at 6:09 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.
Did you know that… The chapel in Sligo Church’s basement was remodeled in 1967 and renamed the Memorial Chapel, the name which was selected “as an appropriate way to remember the spirit and contribution of our early Seventh-day Adventist pioneers.” Sligo Church member, Robert F. Schwindt, designed the Memorial Chapel. The first wedding to take place in the Memorial Chapel was that of Barbara Mauer and George Bestpitch on March 26, 1967. Barbara served for many years as Sligo Church’s secretary and George eventually became the pastor for visitation. The Memorial Chapel was dedicated on January 13, 1968.
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March 9, Thursday Exercise Class, Office Chapel, 6:30 p.m.
worship schedule SABBATH, March 11 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 - February 25
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: This Year: Feb. 27 $ 10,087 Feb. 25 $ 24,048 Feb. 27 YTD $ 73,219 Feb. 25 YTD $ 84,242 BUDGET FOR FEBRUARY 25 YTD: $81,901
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).
Feb. 25 YTD $3,903
PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116 dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org
$150,606
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: Feb. 27 $ 45,293 Feb. 27 YTD $ 365,041 2017 Goal $2,800,000
This Year: Feb. 25 $ 46,090 Feb. 25 YTD $ 319,110 Remaining Goal $2,480,890
Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church Budget. Loose offering goes to Church Budget.
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M A R C H 4 , 2 017 8:45 & 11:00 A.M.
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
Atrium Roof and Skylight: Total Raised $ 199,394 Goal $ 350,000 Needed Outstanding Pledges $22,031
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Church Building Improvement: Balance from 2016 & YTD $43,999
at worship THE CHURCH
ctapp@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 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
THE CHURCH AT STUDY
we gather in his name
*Benediction
SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.
Postlude God of Grace / Paul Manz
Prelude Come, O Sinners, Poor and Needy / David Cherwien +Songs of Gathering The Glory Song / No. 435 Soon and Very Soon / Andrae Crouch +Sligo Live Gerry Lopez Ministry Leadership Appreciation Welcome & Church Life Richard Castillo we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken / No. 423 Prayer Richard Castillo Anthem Thy Will / Hillary Scott +Forever / Kari Jobe
we reflect
+Baby Dedication Zailene Leigh-Khin
Pranitha Fielder
+Children’s Message
Gerry Lopez
Adult Sabbath School SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.
Song Service *Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only
Sylvan Coke, deacon on duty Eileen Nowrangi, deaconess on duty Leading our music today are: Paul Byssainthe, Jr., organist Desmond Pierre-Louis, chorister Sara Devaraj, vocalist
Roland Halstead
Theme Song O for That Flame of Living Fire / No. 264 Welcome & Prayer James Gulley Mission Feature Lesson Study The Holy Spirit and the Church Prayer Peter Barnwell
Fred Weber, organist
Footnotes:
Don McFarlane
Offertory It Is Well / Bethel Music
we go to serve *Hymn of Reflection Higher Ground / No. 625
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“It will be very interesting one day to follow the pattern of our life as it is spread out like a beautiful tapestry. As long as we live here we see only the reverse side of the weaving, and very often the pattern, with its threads running wildly, doesn’t seem to make sense. Some day, however, we shall understand. In looking back over the years we can discover how a red thread goes through the pattern of our life: the Will of God.” - Maria Augusta von Trapp
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: Poleta Hutchinson, Lorraine Bocceciamp & Carmen Lynch For healing and comfort: Serena Rodriguez, Priya Gardner, Becky Ratana & Mary Peters
Potluck: Next Sabbath’s visitors are invited to join us in the Fellowship Halls for a potluck dinner following the second service. Members who wish to attend are requested to bring a vegetarian dish that will provide at least 12 servings.
n e x t w e e k , h e r e a t S l i g o . . . Pr. Charles A. Tapp will begin a new sermon series titled, “Keys to the Kingdom.” Music will be provided by Dwight Monkou.
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.
Today’s Sanctuary flowers are in celebration of Zailene LeighKhin’s dedication, from her grandmother, Juanitta Leigh.
Sara Devaraj is a freshman at Washington Adventist University pursuing a major in BioChemistry with a PreMed emphasis. She has enjoyed singing since she was a young child and always loves having the opportunity to praise God through song.
Scripture Elizabeth Rosette Esther 4:10-14 (NKJV) +Music for Meditation Thy Will / Hillary Scott Sermon Don McFarlane Reluctant Heroine, Determined Villain! Invitation to Give
Don McFarlane
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
sabbath devotional
“He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven.” - Thomas Fuller
JESUS PROJECT: Desire of Ages, Chapter 67, March 5 - March 11
Game, Set, Match! Grab a racquet and get ready to serve up some fun at the 4th Annual Sligo Tennis Social today, at the Fairland Sports and Aquatic Complex (13820 and 13950 Old Gun- powder Road, Laurel, MD) from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Admission is free! Food will be sold by the Sligo Pathfinders. Activities for all ages. Sligo AIM (Action In Montgomery) will meet tomorrow, March 5, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall A to discuss our 2017 Listening Campaign. All members and those interested in learning more about AIM are encouraged to attend. Contact Terri Jo Hayes <thayes7007@aol.com> for more information. Sligo Book Club will meet on Wednesday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss “The Return” by Hisham Matar. Women’s Ministries Needs You! If you are interested in being on the Women’s Ministries Planning Committee, please contact Joan Francis at < jfrancis@wau.edu> or June Germain at 301.346.7802 Winter Haven Emergency Shelter for homeless women and children continues. To volunteer or make a donation, contact Donna Robinson at donna.robinson@houseofdivineguidance.org or 240.888.6775