October 27, 2018
Church at Study Sabbath School Vision is “Continuously Commune with the Master Teacher and Learn to Magnify What Jesus Taught.” Sabbath School Lesson
“The Key to Unity”
Pastor Rice — in sanctuary Frank Collins – in youth pastor’s office Mitch Greenbaum – in library Amazing Grace/ Young Adults – downstairs Candy Byrd—room in back of organ Don Draper – in class at end of hall Roger Larsen—Pastor’s office
Prayer Requests:
Ryan Comeau
Church Life and Ministry
Pastor Roger Larsen Cliff Schramm
Call to Worship
“Rock of Ages”
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Invocation
Pastor Roger Larsen
Children’s Message & Lamb’s Offering
Pastor Ryan Comeau
CHILD DEDICATION
Children’s Sabbath School Classes Beginners: birth–3 years old Kindergarten: 4–6 years old Primary: 7–9 years old (grades 2–4) Junior: 10-11 years old (grade 5,6) Earliteen: 12–13 years old (grade 7–8) Youth: grades 9–12
Prelude - 10:30 Prayer and Welcome (10:40 a.m.)
Song Service
ACTS 9 Report
Adult Sabbath School Classes
Church at Worship – 10:45 a.m.
Worship in Giving Offertory
Jocelyn Sheena Valme
Chesapeake Advance “Blessings”
Dale Brumagin
Isabel & Victoria Mendoza
Garden of Prayer
and bought it.” Matthew 13:46
Young Voices in Praise
Scripture Reading Sermon Closing Hymn
Organ Postlude “Morning exercise, in walking in the free, invigorating air of heaven, or cultivating flowers, small fruits, and vegetables, is necessary to a healthful circulation of the blood.” Health Reformer, May 1, 1872 E. G. White
went and sold all that he had
Directed by Angela Choi
Benediction
Health Nugget
The pearl of great price,
Francisco Grazette
Special Music Jermaine Cain Mission Spotlight
Evelyn Byrd, Don Dawson Family, Paul Hillebert, Scott Kepner, Esther Ojala, Shirley Reading, Warren Shull Family, Carolyn Sine, Byron Steele, Joyce Strang, Dick & Ruth Yates
“When he had found one
Matthew 10:39
Alexander Mendoza
“Living for Jesus”
Pastor Roger Larsen
“My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less”
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Pastor Roger Larsen Jermaine Cain
Organist – Jermaine Cain/ Pianist— Elder – D. Brumagin/ Deacon—B. McGhee/ Deaconess—P. Nyanaro Greeters—Derrick & Mary Ellen Tulloch, Ethan Nield, Purity Nyanaro
Hagerstown
Sharing the Gospel. Looking toward Heaven.
Welcome to Worship Going to church is like “coming home.” Our church is made up of people who care, and coming here will warm your heart and lead you to a closer walk with Jesus. We are pleased to have you worshiping with us today and hope you gain a blessing from being here. If you are seeking a church home, we would love to have you became a part of our family.
Upcoming Events PRAYER MINISTRY—come join us every Sabbath at 9:10 a.m. We will be meeting in the last room at the end of the hall, next to the women’s restroom, for a special time of prayer. HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS - will be meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. 8 WEEK CHALLENGE - get your health back on track by exercising with Dilcia starting tomorrow Oct. 28-Dec. 16. Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the church fellowship hall. Weight management meal plans, exercise tips, free blood pressure and weight screening. WOMEN’S MINISTRY DINNER - this Tuesday, Oct. 30, at Red Robin Restaurant in Valley Mall. Please meet at 6:30 p.m. Hope you can come! Contact: Kemily Lawrence at (269) 2772862 if you have any questions. PRAYER MEETING—will continue on Wednesday at 7 p.m. We will continue our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Rice. We are on chapter 13. Service Opportunities FOOD DRIVE—Please remember our food drive for ACTS 9. Please check the suggestions of food items to bring and each Sabbath let’s make our food table full. Oct. 27 - tuna, dried beans Nov. 3 - pancake mix; syrups Nov. 10 - cereal (there is a large need for cereals) Nov. 17 - rice, pancake syrup
www.HagerstownAdventist.org Other Announcements FLOWER CALENDAR—please select a date on the flower c a l e n d a r posted on the bulletin board for 2018, for a special occasion. ALTAR FLOWERS - today are given in honor of Bill & Jean Fales’ wedding anniversary. PATHFINDERS - next Sabbath the Pathfinders will be passing out bags for our Non-perishable food for Thanksgiving baskets. We need help. Can you come to help pick up and deliver bags. If you can help, please see or call ViAnn (240) 675-2313. VESPERS - next Sabbath at 5:30 we will be showing the excellent, evangelistic movie called “HELL and Mr. Fudge.” We invite you to come join us. THANKSGIVING FELLOWSHIP DINNER - Nov. 10. Please see the insert in bulletin to know what to bring. Sign up and return forms as soon as possible. MT. AETNA FALL FESTIVAL - Mark your calendars for the Mt. Aetna Adventist School’s annual Fall Festival Nov. 10, at 6 p.m. at Mt. Aetna School. There will be fun activities for everyone. BABY SHOWER - Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. Come join us in the fellowship hall for a baby shower for Davina Anderson. Please see Carolyn for more information. HVA ACADEMY DAYS - Join us November 9-12 to discover more about how God is working on our campus and see if this is the right school for you. Call us for more information at (301) 739-8480, or email
[email protected] STEMFEST - Sunday, Nov. 11 from 1-5 p.m. at Highland View Academy. Fun for all ages! Interactive hands-on STEM activities, door prizes and food for sale! MEDICAL MISSIONARY TRAINING - New Joy SDA Fellowship is hosting a Medical Missionary Training November 2-4. Call (240) 818-3427 if you want more information.
Weekly Calendar—Weeks of Oct. 27-Nov. 2 This Week Today
Sunday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Looking Ahead: Next Sabbath
9:10 a.m. Prayer Time 6:15 p.m. Sunset 7 p.m. Healthy Relationships 8:30 a.m. 8 Week Challenge 10 a.m. Pathfinders 2 p.m. Cooking Demonstration 7 p.m. Church Board Meeting 10—2 p.m. ACTS 9 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 10-2 p.m. ACTS 9 6:06 p.m. Sunset 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. Pastor Roger Larsen 5:30 p.m. Vespers
Prayer and Praise PRAYER REQUESTS—may be placed in the prayer box in the foyer. These requests will be prayed for by the church staff.
The Hagerstown Seventh-day Adventist Church is a place where all people may grow in Christ and prepare for His soon return. Through Bible-based worship; training; and community-driven ministry, we will passionately share the everlasting gospel of God’s grace with others. We give a warm welcome to every person worshipping with us today. May you receive a blessing from praising the Lord through song, prayer and scripture as we fellowship together.
