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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

ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICES HEAD ELDER Sheila Hendricks 301.585.6556 Erwin 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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SABBATH, JUNE 21

Church Service, Sanctuary, 8:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Speaker: Charles A. Tapp

Mizo Service, Office Chapel, 11:00 a.m.

While listening to an audio book the other day as I was driving in my car, the author said something that commanded my attention when she asked a very profound question. She said, “What would you choose to do with your life if you knew that it would be impossible for you to fail?” Now, that’s what I call a

loaded question. But as I thought about it for a moment, I realized that what she really wanted for her audience was for us to come to grips with the true desires of our hearts. And this is exactly what was being asked of Solomon when God gave him a proverbial blank check as he was given divine permission to ask for whatever his heart desired. And as we know, despite the fact that Solomon could have received whatever he wanted, he requested only one thing from God: wisdom. As we continue our series from the book of Proverbs, A Word to the Wise, I can’t help but wonder if the only reason God made the promise to Solomon that he could have whatever his heart desired is because God knew that Solomon already possessed The Heart of Wisdom.

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p r o f i l e o f g i v i n gJUNE 7, 2014

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: June 8 $ 8,685.17 June 7 $ 10,927.65June 8 YTD $231,333.95 June 7 YTD $ 231,233.11

BUDGET FOR JUNE 7 YTD: $ 225,550.00

Church Building Improvement: June 7 $ 1,167.00 Total Raised $ 59,770.90Goal $150,000.00 Needed $ 90,229.10 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference.May 2014 contributions are $ 207,093.05May 2013 contributions are $ 194,421.67

Did You Know...That our Budget for Nurture is $81,000?These include Sabbath School Materials, Children’s, Youth and Young Adult Ministries.

Today’s designated offering goes to Multilingual/Chaplaincy Ministries.Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued)

Homecoming 2014: Join the church family and Sligo friends on August 1-3 for Homecoming, the theme of which is, “We Are Nearing Home.” Fellowship with us at our Welcome and Family service on Friday evening. Worship with us on Sabbath morning, when Columbia Union Conference President, Pastor Dave Weigley, will be our speaker. Enjoy a delicious International Potluck luncheon on Sabbath afternoon and then be soothed by Southern gospel trio sensation, Sisters, who will be in concert in the evening. Have fun on Sunday at our Sligo Invitational Tennis Tournament at the University of Maryland. Don’t miss this weekend of worship, fellowship, food and fun! Plan to be there and share with the pastors the names of friends and acquaintances to whom you would like a personal invitation to be sent. Spread the word about Homecoming 2014!

Sligo by the Sea is beginning on June 28. Come and join us for a morning of spiritual refreshment, led by a great list of guest speakers in a relaxed atmosphere. Sabbath School begins at 10:00 a.m. & worship at 11:00 a.m. in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Highway in Ocean City, MD.

Join the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Friday, June 20th at 8:00 p.m. for a candlelight vigil and vespers program featuring Alison Brook (singer-songwriter, The Lion and the Lamb) at the General Conference Headquarters (pond area), 12501 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more information visit ADRA.org/refugeeday

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School 2014! This year’s theme is “Weird Animals” - where Jesus’ love is one-of-a-kind. Join us July 13 – 19, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. as we teach God’s Word to the children in our community. Registration will be held in the Atrium for volunteers and participants today.

Camp Upward Bound: When school is out, camp is in! CUB is a great opportunity for children ages 6 - 10 to interact with other children while being exposed to many fun, learning activities. The adventure begins on June 16 and ends on August 1. For more information please contact Sligo Adventist School at 301.434.1417 or www.sligoadventistschool.org

Friday Nights in June: All youth are invited to meet in the Youth Room at 6:00 p.m. for fellowship and prayerful discussion about the future of our youth ministry.

Sunset: Sabbath celebration ends today at 8:35 p.m. and commences on Friday, June 20 at 8:36 p.m.

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

June 16, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conf. Room, 7:00 p.m.

June 17, Tuesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. Or by phone: 949.229.4400 Pin:4997774#, 7:35 p.m.

June 18, Wednesday Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m. Homes of Hope Health Series, Sanctuary, 6:30 p.m.

June 23, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conf. Room, 7:00 p.m. ”Full Plate Living” Info. Session, Fellowship Hall A, 7:00 p.m.

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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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“Trust the past to the mercy of God, the present to His Love and the future to His Providence.”

– St. Augustine

ANNOUNCEMENTSSimple 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 11:00 a.m.

We hold in prayer those who: Have lost loved ones: Orlando Mastrapa, Audain, Cosette Jameison, Kevin Knight & Joanna Kimura families Request healing: Charlie Davis & Joy Fuller

James Wharton Eadie’s life ended abruptly on May 17. A memorial service will be held for him at Sligo Church on Sunday, June 22, at 2:00 p.m.

A huge Thank You for all the calls, warmth, cards, and support from both the entire pastoral staff and to the thoughtful members of our congregation who knew my Dad. It lifted me greatly when I was very much in need! - Joanna Kimura

Today’s Sanctuary flowers are for Anil & Eileen Nowrangi in celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary. Their children and grandchildren thank them for being an example of love, perseverance, and selflessness. May God continue to bless their marriage.

Healthy Lifestyle Power-up: Dr. Stephen J. Sharp, MD, neurologist, presents “Resetting Your Life.” Like resetting our computer by unplugging it, restorative rest resets our lives. Find out how healing comes during rest and how some major health problems can come without rest. Please bring a neighbor and join us Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for Hope and Health at Sligo Church. Stretching routine in the Atrium starts promptly at 6:30 with Louvina Joseph, Health Coach.

Sligo Church Needs Receptionists: Wishing to be more involved with your church and have the opportunity to meet new people? Be part of a dynamic office family - consider serving as a receptionist on a voluntary basis each Wednesday afternoon (12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.) or Friday morning (8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) at the Sligo Church office. Training will be provided for volunteers. If interested, please contact Kathleen Driscoll at 301.270.6777, ext. 239 or kdriscoll@sligochurch.org

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SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.

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PreludeSweet Hour of Prayer / David H. Hagerty

+Song of Gathering Don’t Forget the Sabbath / No. 388

Welcome and Church Life Erwin Mack

+BaptismMelissa Beatriz Gomez Gerry LopezSuzanne Mary Jacob Pranitha FielderChipego Mulonda Chishiba Mulonda Andrew Nicolas Proctor w e h o n o r a n d p r a i s e h i m

*Hymn of Praise Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise / No. 21

Prayer James Gulley

AnthemRide On King Jesus / Johnson

w e r e f l e c t +Children’s Message Gerry Lopez

+Baby Dedication Charles A. Tapp Aylah Kristina Barrett Arianna Karishma Hale Isabella Ivette McCormack Scripture Paul Copiz2 Corinthians 3:1-5 (NKJV)

Sermon Charles A. Tapp A Word to the Wise, Part III: The Heart of Wisdom

Invitation to Give Charles A. Tapp

OffertoryHoly City / Adams +I Walk with God / Brodsry

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*Hymn of Reflection Not I, but Christ / No. 570

*Benediction Charles A. Tapp

Postlude “Toccata” from Symphony No. 1 / Louis Vierne

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

Manuel Rosette & Rose Bara, deacon & deaconess on duty

Leading our music today are:Matt Daley, organist Charlene Milam, choristerJohn LeSane, vocalistLloyd Mallory, accompanist

Footnotes:John LeSane is a longtime member of the Sligo Sanctuary Choir. He is a featured artist at various churches in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and New York areas. John and his wife, Melvina are blessed with two daughters.

Adult Sabbath School

SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.

Song Service Theresa Garza

Theme SongMake Me a Captive, Lord / No. 568

Scripture & Prayer Archie Marshall

Welcome Archie Marshall

Special Music Kristina WycliffI Believe Mission Feature Lesson Study Class LeadersThe Apostles and the Law

Benediction & Offering Class Leaders

Kay Rosburg, pianistDawn Reynolds, pianist for special music