May 20, 2017

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 today. There are countless books in circulation regarding how God dramatically answered prayers and how He miraculously rescued people from May 20, Saturday what appeared to be certain death. At the same time, on Young Adults GLOW, Memorial Chapel, 9:30 a.m. the flipside of the coin, there are stories about how God A Taste of Russia, Atrium, 5:00 p.m. failed to answer prayers, many of which were prayed with conviction and accompanied by unwavering faith - a child

May 22, Monday died despite many hours of ardent prayer by faithful believers, a seemingly righteous woman sobbingly prayed for her alcoholic Regeneration Ministries, Office Conference Room, 7:30 p.m. husband each night and he got increasingly worse instead of amending his ways. Many ask the question, “Does prayer work?” Perhaps the May 24, Wednesday more important question to ask is, “What is prayer?” I believe that Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. when we understand the nature of prayer, we can always say with

(or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.) confidence that prayer works. Join me as we endeavor to establish in Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 8:00 p.m. today’s message, “Game or Game Changer,” certain encouraging facts about prayer.

May 25, Thursday - Don McFarlane Exercise Class, Office Chapel, 6:30 p.m.

calendar of events

8th ANNUAL SLIGO HOMECOMING! Plan to join the church family and Sligo friends on August 5 & 6 for Homecoming 2017, the theme of which is “Beyond the Walls.” Worship with us on Sabbath morning, when Dr. Terry Johnsson, Executive Director of Mission Integration at Adventist Health in Portland, Oregon shares a message with us. Enjoy a delicious International Potluck luncheon on Sabbath afternoon at Takoma Academy, and much more.

Women’s Ministries is hosting a Baby Shower for Pr. Pranitha Fielder tomorrow in the Fellowship Room, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. RSVP by calling June Germain at 301.346.7802 or Joan Francis at 301.495.4449 Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School 2017!​ This year’s theme is “Maker Fun Factory” - created by God, built for a purpose! Join us July 9-14, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. each evening as we teach God’s Word to the children in our church and our community. Online volunteer registration available at <www.sligochurch.org/vbs> Sligo Book Club will meet on Wednesday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Discipleship Room to discuss “Unbroken” by Laura Hillebrand.

Save the date for Sligo by the Sea, Saturdays, July 1 until September 23. 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> 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 8:18 p.m. and commences on Friday, May 26 at 8:22 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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Summary of our Beliefs worship schedule SABBATH, May 27, SAS Baccalaureate Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Speaker: Pr. Joseph Khabbaz Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m.

Kerala Church, WAU Richards Hall, 10:00 a.m.

profile of giving - May 13 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:

May 14 $ 7,236 May 13 $ 7,660 May 14 YTD $ 200,496 May 13 YTD $ 193,099 BUDGET FOR MAY 13 YTD:

$215,642

• 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).

May 13 YTD $13,360 Balance from 2016 & YTD $53,459

PASTOR FOR ADMINISTRATION & ADULT MINISTRIES Don McFarlane, ext. 116

dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org

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

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 14 $ 35,059 May 13 $ 26,660 May 14 YTD$ 887,904 May 13 YTD $ 885,714 2017 Goal $2,800,000 Remaining Goal$ 1,914,286

PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES Gerardo Lopez, ext. 122

glopez@sligochurch.org

Today’s designated offering goes to Local Church Budget.

Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

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

worship.nurture.outreach

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

$143,580

M AY 2 0 , 2 017

directory

Church Building Improvement:

Atrium Roof and Skylight: Total Raised $ 206,420 Goal $ 350,000 Needed Outstanding Pledges $21,446

CHRIST FIRST

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

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 *Congregation is standing  Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:00 service only

we gather in his name SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.

Prelude Prelude / William Harris

Welcome & Church Life Joseph Khabbaz

we honor and praise him *Hymn of Praise All People That on Earth Do Dwell / No. 16

 Prayer Victor Kindo

Anthem Grace / arr. Mark Hayes

we reflect

Scripture

Acts 12: 6 – 14 (NIV)

Kathia Hylton

Arely Reyes

+Music for Meditation

Here I Am, Lord / arr. Mary McDonald Sermon Game or Game Changer?

SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.

Leading our music today are: Patrick Alston, orgainst

Sligo Sanctuary Choir Paul Byssainthe, Jr., director & chorister Footnotes: Victor Kindo graduated from Washington Adventist University, with a Bachelors in Theology, in 2015. He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Global Community Development. He is a pathfinder leader & actively serves in Sligo’s children’s ministry.

Victor’s hobbies include spending time with family and friends, exercising, and listening to music. He has a passion for bringing people closer to Christ.

Arely Reyes graduated from Washington Adventist University, with a Bachelors in Music Education, in 2016. She enjoys listening to music, cooking, camping with the Pathfinders, and visiting family and friends in her native city of San Diego, California.

Song Service

Leslie Hardware 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 Go, Preach My Gospel / No. 378 Welcome

James Gulley

Scripture & Prayer

James Gulley

Special Music If I Were a Butterfly Lesson Study Jesus in the Writings of Peter

Prayer

Kindergarten & Primary I

Zelma Edwards, pianist

n e x t w e e k , h e r e a t S l i g o . . .

We celebrate the academic achievements for 8th Grade students of Sligo Adventist School. Pr. Joseph Khabbaz will share a message titled, “Passing Your Test.” Music will be provided by Naomy Rodrigues for 1st Service and Sligo School Choir for 2nd Service.

Don McFarlane

w e g o t o s e r v e *Hymn of Reflection What a Friend We Have in Jesus / No. 499 Don McFarlane

Postlude Toccata in Seven / John Rutter

Washington Adventist University’s 1st Summer Symposium on Preaching and Urban Ministry, June 15-17, 2017 at the WAU Campus and Sligo Church Campus.

This three-day symposium is offered in collaboration with the Columbia Union Conference and North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists (NAD). Listen to a keynote address by Dr. Dwight Nelson, lead pastor of Pioneer Memorial Church, Andrews University, Michigan. Other speakers include: Dr. Stephen Bauer, Southern U.; Ms. Patty Prasada-Rao, WAU; Dr. Aleksandar Santrac, WAU; Pr. Brenda Langford Billingy, NAD; Mrs. Laura Morena and Pr. Cesar Grassiotto, Highland View Church. A $150 registration fee covers all meals and materials.

In addition, one academic credit will be available to theology students. For more information, contact Ms. Cecilia Ramos <cramos@wau.edu>

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: Mary Peters & Emita Rich

Today’s Sanctuary flowers are given by the family of Prakash Borge, in celebration of his 80th birthday.

Blood Pressure Screening & Ask a Doctor! Members and guests are welcome to ask a medical doctor health-related questions in the Atrium between 10:00 a.m. and 11:10 a.m. today.

Information is also available on various health topics.

Youth Social/Great Falls Hike: Join us for our Youth Social at Great Falls today. We will meet in the Youth Room at 3:30 p.m., right after our Outreach and proceed to Great Falls Trails. A tasty sack lunch will be provided. We anticipate arriving back at church by 6:30 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there and don’t forget to bring a friend!

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Invitation to Give

Don McFarlane

Offertory 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) / arr. Heather Sorenson

*Benediction

Adult Sabbath School

Barry Rowe & Juliet Barr, deacon & deaconess on duty

+Song of Gathering Wonderful Peace / No. 466 (stanzas 1, 2 & 3)

+Sligo Live

Cheryl Kisunzu Washington Adventist University Symposium

+Children’s Message

OUR LIFE TOGETHER

THE CHURCH AT STUDY

sabbath devotional

“The more time you spend with Him [God], the more you’ll come to understand His ways, His heart, and His will as you pray.”

- Henry Blackaby

JESUS PROJECT: Desire of Ages, Chapter 78, May 21 - May 27

Nominating Report (first reading): Deaconess: Martine Fanfan; GLOW Sabbath School: Kristina Penny; Young Adult Ministry Team: Kristina Penny; Youth Ministry Team: Sharon Sequeira; Youth Sabbath School: Sharon Sequeira Sligo Adventist School 2017 graduation exercises: Baccalaureate: Sabbath, May 27, Sligo Church, 11:00 a.m.

Commencement: Sabbath, May 27, Sligo Adventist School, 7:00 p.m.

Takoma Academy 2017 graduation exercises: Consecration: Friday, June 2, Sligo Church, 7:00 p.m.

Baccalaureate: Sabbath, June 3, Sligo Church, 11:00 a.m.

Commencement: Sunday, June 4, TA Gym, 10:00 a.m.

Join us on May 27, during 1st service, as we “Remember in Hope” all of our loved ones who have passed away in the past 12 months. Please email <dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org> by Tuesday May 23 if you would like to have the names of your loved ones honored during this ceremony.