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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 CONGREGATIONAL CARE Debbie Eisele, ext. 127 eiseled@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR MEDIA AND OUTREACH Paolo Esposito, ext. 136 pesposito@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS Pranitha Fielder, ext. 119 pfielder@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIESGerardo Lopez, ext. 122 glopez@sligochurch.org

PASTOR FOR WORSHIPCheryl Wilson-Bridges, ext. 123 cbridges@sligochurch.org

HEAD ELDERErwin Mack 301.434.1622

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)

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O U R M I S S I O NWe seek to grow pass ionate d isc ip les of Jesus through worship of God, nur ture o f one another,and outreach to the world .

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O U R V I S I O N We w i l l g lo r i f y God by be ing increas ing ly t rans formed in to the l i keness o f Chr is t

December 14, Sabbath Christmas Caroling, Youth Room, 4:00 p.m.

December 15, Sunday Adult SS Brunch & Training, Fellowship Hall A, 10:00 a.m.

December 16, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conf. Room, 7:00 p.m. SAS Christmas Craft Fair, SAS Gym, 11:00 a.m.

December 17, Tuesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m.

December 18, Wednesday Sligo Ringers, SAS - Room 114, 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m.

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SABBATH, DECEMBER 21

Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:15 a.m.,

Sligo Underground, Youth Room, 11:15 a.m.,

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Crossroads, WAU Activity Center, 11:15 a.m.,

(Young Adult Service)

Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:15 a.m.

There is probably no more exciting time in the life of a husband and wife than the birth of their first child. There is something very special about the birth experience that brings with it a feeling of joy and hope. But this feeling is not simply limited to the birth

of a child, for there is a sense of hope and expectation that accompanies any birth; whether it is the birth of a child, an idea or even the birth of a nation. As we continue to celebrate the season of the Advent here at Sligo, we do so with the understanding and amazement of the incredible duality that we find in the birth of Jesus. Not only was He the firstborn of Mary and Joseph, but clothed within His birth lies the hope of a nation and the entire world.

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DECEMBER 7, 2013 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: Nov.Online $ 7,998.54 Nov. Online $ 10,623.09Dec. 8 $ 7,489.34 Dec. 7 $ 6,603.77Dec. 8 YTD $ 492,316.35 Dec. 7 YTD $ 510,317.79

BUDGET FOR DECEMBER 7 YTD: $ 567,246.00

Media Projects: Dec. 7 $ 1,440.00 Total Raised $ 23,873.41Goal $45,000.00 Needed $ 21,126.59 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference.November 2013 contributions are $ 242,010.49November 2012 contributions are $ 193,549.89

Today’s designated offering goes to Adventist CommunityServices/WB.Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued)

Sligo Adventist School’s third Annual Christmas Craft Fair and small business showcase will be held tomorrow, December 15 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Come shop and share in the holiday spirit with your school and community! Vendor space is available for $35 a table! Call 301.434.1417 for more information.

To help Adventist women around the world attend college, come visit the “World Market” booth (unusual donated items from around the world) at the Sligo School Craft Fair, Sunday, December 15, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All proceeds go to the GCWM program, “Scholarshipping Our Sisters.”

Adult Sabbath School Teachers needed: If you wish to serve as an Adult Sabbath School teacher, please fill in one of our information cards to indicate this. Alternatively, please email Pr. McFarlane at dmcfarlane@sligochurch.org

Bulletin Information Deadline is Monday evening! E-mail information to: bulletin@sligochurch.org

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Pathfinder Fundraiser: Sligo Challengers are headed to the International Camporee in Oshkosh Wisconsin and we are kicking off our fundraising with the return of Pathfinder Candy. You can taste samples of our hand made gourmet candies and chocolates in the Atrium today. Orders will be taken today. Candy will be ready for pick up the weekend of December 21st. Please help us meet our goal of $38,000. For more information contact Pr. Lopez at glopez@sligochurch.org or Darrell Milam at dmilam@sligochurch.org

Christmas Caroling this evening, December 14, from 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Join our Youth along with your families in the Youth Room at 4:00 p.m. as we minister to our neighbors!

Prayer Room, Friday December 20, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room. Join us as we fellowship and develop a closer relationship with God.

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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 a friend, then invite them to come to church in person at 11:15 a.m.

We hold in prayer those who: Have lost loved ones: Castro, Cox, Obi & Job families Request healing: Mary Peters, Carol Hammond, Poleta Hutchinson & Hisnelle Phillpotts

Message from Ann Gray: Heartfelt thanks, Sligo, for your tremendous support of my family and me as we grieve for Roland.

Sanctuary flowers are from the Hostens and Lorna DeLancy in celebration of Carmen Lynch’s 96th birthday!

*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.

Nominating Report (second reading): Adult Sabbath School Associate Superintendents: James Gulley and Lidija Plantak Children’s Sabbath School Superintendent: Margaret Grant Sligo Adventist School Board: Gerald Thompson

Blood Pressure Screening, sponsored by the Health Action Team, will be held in the Atrium from 10:00 to 11:15 a.m. today.

Sabbath School Lesson Orientation: Dan Solis, the author of next quarter’s lesson on discipleship, will be meeting with our Sabbath School teachers and leaders tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. in Fellowship Room A. Those who are interested to serve as Sabbath School teachers are welcome to attend. A scrumptious meal will be served.

Treasurer’s Note: Many of you will be giving your year-end offer-ings in the month of December. There are several ways that you can give in addition to your giving at church. You may contribute through our on-line giving, or if you prefer, by mail, but it must be post-marked by December 31. You can also put your giving enve-lope in the church office Mail Slot during the week. Thank you for your faithfulness in giving your tithe and for supporting your local church by giving liberally and systematically to the Church Budget.

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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.

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Adult Sabbath School

SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.

Song Service Heather Griffin

Theme SongThe Wonders of Redeeming Love

Scripture & Prayer Enoch Thomas

Welcome Enoch Thomas

Special Music Just4You

Mission Feature Lesson Study Class LeadersOur Prophetic Message

Benediction & Offering Class Leaders

Zelma Edwards, pianist

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We light this candle as a sign of the coming light of Christ, coming again to reign in glory. Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice!Keep awake, therefore, and be ready.

The Lord is coming at an unexpected hour.The kingdom of heaven has come near.Go and tell what you have seen and heard:The virgin will conceive and bear a son,And they shall name him Emmanuel, God with us.

Prepare the way of the Lord!

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SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:15 A.M.

PreludeUkranian Bell Carol / arr. David Campbell

+Song of GatheringJoyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee / No. 12 Welcome and Church Life Gerry Lopez +Debbie Eisele w e h o n o r a n d p r a i s e h i m

*Hymn of PraiseJoy to the World / No. 125

Prayer Bryan Abel +Cezary JednaszewskiAnthemO Holy Night+Gesu Bambino / arr. David Campbell

*Advent Candle Lighting Abel Family +Jednaszewski Family

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+Baby Dedication Gerry LopezNaomi Larmie +Children’s Message Gerry Lopez Scripture Jazmin AbelMatthew 1:18-21 (KJV) +Abigail Jednaszewski +Music for MeditationO Holy Night Sermon Charles A. Tapp The Birth of Hope

Invitation to Give Charles A. Tapp

OffertoryGo Tell it on the Mountain / arr. David Campbell

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*Hymn of ReflectionWe Have This Hope / No. 214

*Benediction Charles A. Tapp

Postlude Long Time Ago in Bethlehem / arr. David Campbell

*Congregation is standing Congregation is kneeling where possible + 11:15 service only

Manuel Rosette & Marion Hudson, deacon & deaconess on duty

Leading our music today are:Victor Phillips Jr., organistJon Gilbertson, chorister Carole Dorlipo, soloistJessica Jamieson, accompanist

Footnotes:Cezary, Carol, Seth, Abigail and Malina Jednasze-wski Cezary and Carol met in Poland and have been married for more than 21 years. They were married right here at Sligo Church. Carol is a many generation Adven-tist - her great great great grandfather was John Byington the first GC president. Cezary is the first Adventist in his family. Abby and Seth attend Sligo school. Family activities they enjoy include visiting nature centers, and walking at Great Falls.

When Bryan Abel met Jazmin, he noticed something special about her and realized it was her faith! Following in-depth studies and baptism, they were married at Sligo Church on May 27, 2012. Calia was added to the family on June 16, 2013 and was dedicated here in October, 2013. The family enjoys singing songs together on Sab-bath evenings and are currently enjoying a daily devotion-al, “Streams in the Desert” by L.B. Cowman.

Advent Calendar/We Have This HopeThursday, December 19Sligo Adventist School Christmas ConcertSligo Adventist School Gym, 7:00 p.m. Sabbath, December 21A Celebration of ChristmasSanctuary, 8:45 & 11:15 a.m. Sabbath, December 28Speaker: Charles A. Tapp / We Have This HopeSanctuary, 8:45 & 11:15 a.m.