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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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SABBATH, MARCH 29

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

Speaker: Don McFarlane

Sligo Underground, Sanctuary, 11:15 a.m.,

(Youth & Young Adult Service)

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

(WAU Collegiate Service)

When I was a child, one of the first questions that I remember asking my parents was, “Where did I come from?” Of course their answer to me was, “From the same place as everyone else - God.” I’m sure you know what my next question was. That’s right, “But where did God come from?”

I asked. And to that their response was always, “Heaven of course.” And you can be sure that our conversation ended right there. Although at the time I was simply a child asking child-like questions, the existence and the origin of God have always been subjects that have been able to leave even the most learned of individuals searching for answers. As you join us in worship today, we will be continuing our series, The Heart of Christianity, with part 3 titled, “No Excuses.” Although there are many throughout the ages who have failed to see the evidence for the existence of God, our Creator has provided us with every opportunity possible - not only to believe that He exists, but also for us to see just how much He loves us.

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p r o f i l e o f g i v i n gMARCH 15, 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: Mar. 16 $ 9,597.94 Mar. 15 $ 7,508.61Mar. 16 YTD $ 103,785.19 Mar. 15 YTD $ 95,148.45

BUDGET FOR MARCH 15 YTD: $106,386.00 Tithe: All of these funds are sent to the Potomac Conference.February 2014 contributions are $ 178,818.40February 2013 contributions are $ 167,664.57

Today’s designated offering goes to Potomac Partners.Loose offering goes to Church Budget.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued) Homes of Hope: Join our spring cycle of the Homes of Hope (Attend one) * Saturday, April 5, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Sligo Atrium Suite * Sunday, April 6, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Sligo Atrium Suite

We will be presenting new materials such as the Hope and Health Series and John, a Gospel of Hope as well as resources and workshops for Home Coordinators, Discussion Leaders, Assistants, and Supporters. For more information, contact Pr. Paolo Esposito at pesposito@sligochurch.org

MINISTRY APPRECIATION SCHEDULE:

1. EVANGELISM/OUTREACH/COMMUNITY - March 22 Homes of Hope, AIM, ACS, Feed the Homeless, Welfare, Prison Ministry & Shepherd’s Table

2. SUPPORTIVE - March 29 Treasury, Finance, Stewardship, Media, Facility & Custodial

Prayer Gathering meets Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Between 7:30 and 7:55 p.m. you can join us by Internet or telephone. To connect, visit: http://ez.com/sligoprays or call 949.229.4400, pin is 4997774# At the Sligoprays webpage you can register and receive a reminder.

Celebrate WAU Sabbath: The Columbia Union Conference has designated March 29, 2014 as Washington Adventist University Sabbath. The designated offering for next Sabbath will go to WAU for scholarships. Your continued support helps us provide quality Adventist Christian education to more than 1,100 students.

“Crowns” Tea & Silent Auction: April’s First Monday is on Sunday, April 13. Join us for the “Crowns” Tea and Silent Auction on Sunday, April 13, at 4:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Wear your fanciest hat (optional). Enjoy delicious goodies and bid on marvelous auction items. All proceeds and donations benefit Scholarshipping Our Sisters to help SDA women around the world attend college. To donate auction items and services or to let us know you will attend, please RSVP to kujawacar@verizon.net

CHILDREN & YOUTH

We invite all juniors and seniors who are in public school, home schooled or other Christian schools to join us on May 4, 2014 for Promenade at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be $60 but $35 for the first 50 people that sign up. For more information and to register visit www.sligochurch.org/promenade.

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

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Tonight: 7:22

March 29: 7:29

March 22, Sabbath Adult Sabbath School Training, Fellowship Hall B, 8:30 a.m. Homeless Ministry, Discipleship Room, 2:00 p.m.

March 24, Monday Regeneration Ministries, Office Conf. Room, 7:00 p.m. Administrative Board Meeting, Fellowship Hall A, 7:00 p.m.

March 25, Tuesday Prayer Gathering, Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m.

March 26, Wednesday Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room, 7:30 p.m. Adventist History Series, Fellowship Hall A, 7:00 p.m.

March 28, Friday Telugu Vespers, Memorial Chapel, 7:00 p.m.

March 29, Sabbath Elder’s Council, Fellowship Hall B, 8:30 a.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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“My religion consists of a humble admiration of the illimitable superior spirit who reveals Himself in the slight details we are able to perceive with our frail and feeble minds.” - Albert Einstein

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SANCTUARY – 8:45 A.M. AND 11:15 A.M.

PreludeAir Tendre / D. Moore

+Song of Gathering Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing / No. 334

Welcome and Church Life Paolo Esposito

Ministry Appreciation Charles A. Tapp w e h o n o r a n d p r a i s e h i m

*Hymn of Praise O Worship the King / No. 83

+Call to Prayer To You, O Lord / James Bingham

Prayer Gillian Bath

AnthemLord I Believe in You +There Is a Fountain / arr. Howard Helvey

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+Ordination of Deacons Don McFarlane

+Children’s Story Mary McFarlane Scripture Joanna KimuraRomans 1:16 - 20 (NIV) +Music for Meditation Be Still, My Soul / arr. Dan Bird

Sermon Charles A. TappThe Heart of Christianity, Part III: No Excuses

Invitation to Give Charles A. Tapp

OffertoryDraw Me Close +Saints Bound for Heaven / arr. Mack Wilberg

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*Hymn of Reflection My Faith Looks Up to Thee / No. 517

*Benediction Charles A. Tapp

+Benedictory Response Gloria Patri / Anonymous

Postlude Ein Feste Burg / C. Callahan

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

Allan Manuel & Carol Hooker, deacon & deaconess on duty

Leading our music today are:Victor Phillips Jr., organist Jon Gilbertson, chorister Jasmine Brann, vocalist

Columbia Collegiate Chorale of Washington Adventist UniversityJames Bingham, directorMark Di Pinto, pianistJidong Zhong, pianist Lauren Simms, oboist

Footnotes:Gillian Bath has been a Sligo member for most of her life. Growing up in Sligo Earliteens and Youth helped shape her desire to study the Bible and fellowship with other young people. She is now one of the teachers in the Young Adult Sabbath School and works for ADRA Inter-national with the Business Development Unit designing programs around the world, fulfilling her passion to serve and help people in need.

Jasmine Brann is a singer-songwriter from Bowie, MD. She is one of the praise and worship leaders at Metropoli-tan SDA Church. She has produced two CDs with original music - “On A Personal Note” and “Words of Life.”

Joanna Kimura has been a member of Sligo Seventh-day Adventist church for almost 50 years. She loves children, music and sharing Christ with others. She plans to open a Home of Hope in her residence this year.

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SANCTUARY – 10:00 A.M.

Song Service Roland Halstead

Theme SongHark! ‘Tis the Shepherd’s Voice I Hear / No. 361

Scripture & Prayer Archie Marshall

Welcome Archie Marshall

Special Music SeedsProclaim the Glory of God / arr. Holck Mission FeatureWord of Truth Church - South Africa Lesson Study Class LeadersThe Harvest and the Harvesters

Benediction & Offering Class Leaders

Fred Weber, organistBeatriz Taylor, director & pianist for Seeds

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 11:15 a.m.

We hold in prayer those who:

Have lost loved ones: Ofelia Beltran, Jenny Wright and Nate Day families Request healing: Aylah Barrett, Herminia Constantino Cunanan, Charlie Davis, Shaila Chopde, Reva Correia, Ed Davis, Audrey Messenger and Joan Silver We grieve the loss of our members Evelyn Diorio and Richard Kuhn.

Blood Pressure Screening, sponsored by the Health Action Team, is being held in the Atrium between 10:00 a.m. and 11:10 a.m. today. Information is also available on various health topics.

Membership Report (second reading):Joining Sligo: Conrad Bridges, Darius Bridges, Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, Cheryl KisunzuJoining elsewhere: Rian Cho, Zioni Colney, Karen Ford, Robert Ford, Bert Jones, Angela Pitts-McDonald, Ellis Rich, Emita Rich, Natalie Stark

Adventist History Series - Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall A, March 26 - April 30: Does history matter for a movement focused on the Second Coming and the end of time? This series, by Dr. David Trim, Director of Archives, Statistics, and Research at the Seventh-day Adventist Church World Headquarters, will explore Adventist history, with a particular focus on mission. It will show why our history matters - the stories that can inspire; the mistakes that we need to learn from; and the heritage that shaped us and continues to shape our identity in the twenty-first century. You won’t want to miss this!

Radio Day: Join us on March 29 at 11:00 a.m. in the John J. Hop-kins Chapel at Takoma Academy. Come and meet Pr. Tapp and the team behind Simple Truths for Life! You can also be part of a spe-cial workshop by Pr. Tapp, “When All You Can Do Is Pray” - a study on the purpose and power of prayer. Register today and be entered to win a free iPod so you can take Simple Truths everywhere you go. We look forward to meeting you and getting to know you better.