Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church - Ammendale Campus
Worship Service, Sabbath, April 8, 2023
Worship Bulletin
Locations & Times
Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church—Ammendale Campus
4200 Ammendale Rd, Beltsville, MD 20705, USA
Saturday 12:00 PM
Welcome to Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church. We are so glad you’ve joined us for worship today.
Jesus carried every person born and to be born to the Garden with Him to pray.
Jesus carried every person born and to be born to the Garden with Him to pray.
Focus Text:
Then they came to a place which was named Gethsemane; and He said to His disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” And He took Peter, James, and John with Him, and He began to be troubled and deeply distressed. Then He said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch.”
He went a little farther, and fell on the ground, and prayed that if it were possible, the hour might pass from Him. And He said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup away from Me; nevertheless, not what I will, but what You will.”
Then He came and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, “Simon, are you sleeping? Could you not watch one hour? Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Again He went away and prayed, and spoke the same words. And when He returned, He found them asleep again, for their eyes were heavy; and they did not know what to answer Him.
Then He came the third time and said to them, “Are you still sleeping and resting? It is enough! The hour has come; behold, the Son of Man is being betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going. See, My betrayer is at hand.” Mark 14:32-42 NKJV
Then they came to a place which was named Gethsemane; and He said to His disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” And He took Peter, James, and John with Him, and He began to be troubled and deeply distressed. Then He said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch.”
He went a little farther, and fell on the ground, and prayed that if it were possible, the hour might pass from Him. And He said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup away from Me; nevertheless, not what I will, but what You will.”
Then He came and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, “Simon, are you sleeping? Could you not watch one hour? Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Again He went away and prayed, and spoke the same words. And when He returned, He found them asleep again, for their eyes were heavy; and they did not know what to answer Him.
Then He came the third time and said to them, “Are you still sleeping and resting? It is enough! The hour has come; behold, the Son of Man is being betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going. See, My betrayer is at hand.” Mark 14:32-42 NKJV
Prelude
Daisy Orion
Welcome & Announcements
Jim Zackrison & John Pettit
Praise Time
How Great Is Our God
Lord, I Lift Your Name On High
The Blood
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
and Congregation
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Children’s Story
Juan Guerrero
Invitation to Give
Jim Zackrison
Offertory
Daisy Orion
Special Music
Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
Homily
Pastor Henry Wright
You and Me In Gethsemane
The Ordinance of Humility
Ladies: Downstairs Classroom
Men: Downstairs Classroom
Families: Friendship Hall
The Lord’s Supper
Pastor Sifa Potauaine
Carolyn Forrest
Jim Zackrison
Closing Hymn
There's Power In the Blood
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
and Congregation
Benediction
Pastor Henry Wright
Postlude
Daisy Orion
Daisy Orion
Welcome & Announcements
Jim Zackrison & John Pettit
Praise Time
How Great Is Our God
Lord, I Lift Your Name On High
The Blood
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
and Congregation
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Children’s Story
Juan Guerrero
Invitation to Give
Jim Zackrison
Offertory
Daisy Orion
Special Music
Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
Homily
Pastor Henry Wright
You and Me In Gethsemane
The Ordinance of Humility
Ladies: Downstairs Classroom
Men: Downstairs Classroom
Families: Friendship Hall
The Lord’s Supper
Pastor Sifa Potauaine
Carolyn Forrest
Jim Zackrison
Closing Hymn
There's Power In the Blood
Cassell Helton, vocals
Keton Valcin, piano
and Congregation
Benediction
Pastor Henry Wright
Postlude
Daisy Orion
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NEXT WEEK'S CALENDAR
Sabbath, April 8
Worship: Communion Sabbath with Pastor Henry Wright
7:38 pm | Sunset
Tuesday, April 11
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
8:00 pm | Young Adult Bible Studies
Zoom ID: 853 4096 5129
Passcode: 038665
Wednesday, April 12
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 pm | On-line Prayer Meeting
Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856
Passcode: 038665
Friday, April 14
7:44 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Zoom Meeting ID: 871 3319 0485
Passcode: 4200
Sabbath, April 15
Worship: BAS Spring Concert
7:45 pm | Sunset
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CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
April
22 | Worship: Pastor Henry Wright
29 | Worship: Jaime Jorge Concert
29 | Charlie Ball Memorial Service
May
13 | Women’s Tea
June
10-11 | Youth Summer Trip
July
24-29 | Stellar Vacation Bible School
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Lead Pastor—Pastor Edwin Vargas
The Lord has answered our prayers and Pastor Edwin Vargas, along with his wife Lisanette, has answered the Lord’s call to join Beltsville SDA Church as Lead Pastor.
Pastor Edwin has been described by his colleagues as an intelligent, creative, and collaborative leader. Having served as a lead pastor and church planter in the Denver, Colorado and Portland, Oregon areas, he brings experience leading multi-site churches. He has expressed a passion for developing best practices for church planting and loves to develop leaders and help the next generation invest themselves in God’s kingdom through the church.
Holding an MDiv. from Andrews University and currently a missiology doctoral candidate there, Pr. Edwin returns to the National Capital area where he once served for nearly a decade and a half at the North American Division. He comes to us from his native Puerto Rico, where he informed his congregation last Sabbath that he has accepted the call the Beltsville.
Let’s pray for Pastor and Sister Vargas as they follow the Lord’s lead and prepare to travel north to Maryland. Especially beseech the Lord to guide and strengthen them and their three sons in this period of transition. If it is God’s will, we can expect the Vargas family to join us by early June.
Charlie Ball
It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charlie Ball. Charlie passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was our Head Deacon and Facilities Leader for many years. We will miss him dearly. Please continue to keep his family in your prayers; Lynne, Tom, Nickie, and Tyler.
Charlie’s Memorial Service will be held Sabbath, April 29, 2023 at 3pm at the Beltsville Church.
Invitation to teach Children’s Sabbath School
“Do you think you may want to teach for the children’s department?” But not sure what that entails. Here is your chance to observe and meet the other teachers. Please come on April 22 for a lesson demonstration in the Cradle Roll room. Come at 10:35am. Program starts at 10:45am.
Children’s In-Person Sabbath School
All of our classes are now live and in-person—and back to inside meeting rooms. We need volunteers to get assist with weekly classes, so please email PastorSifa@BeltsvilleSDA.org if you would like to volunteer.
Youth Sabbath School
In-person Sabbath School is at the Youth Ministry House in the rear of the church, 10:30 to 11:30 am. You can also join via Zoom from anywhere, every Sabbath! Meeting ID: 865 7913 7025; Passcode: 827022.
Young Adult Ministry
**Sabbath Mornings, 10:45 am: Young Adults’ Bible Study in the Youth House.
If you would like to learn more about joining young adult Bible studies, monthly events, and how to stay connected with the young adults at Beltsville, please send a text to Pastor Krysten at (239-940-0616 and she will add you to the Beltsville Young Adult group chat.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8 pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856; Passcode: 038665.
Everyone is welcome!
ReFill Friday Night Vespers and Bible Study
BSDA Online Campus ReFill Bible Study is now meeting via Zoom on Friday evenings at 8 pm. Start your Sabbath with reflection on the past week and our continuing study of Matthew’s gospel. Zoom Meeting ID: 871 3319 0485; Passcode: 4200. All are welcome!
Treasury Ministry
Effective immediately, please send all reimbursement requests to ExpensePoint by 5pm on Wednesday to be included with the check run on Monday of the next week. Please contact the Treasury Department via email (treasurer@beltsvillesda.org) to be added to ExpensePoint.
Do you play the guitar?
Youth guitarist for Sabbath School worship needed. Contact Alisi Potauaine, 540-246-7787 if you’re interested.
Kids’ Church
Are you interested in being on a core team to launch a kids’ church? Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/kidschurch23. Any questions, call/text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616.
Do You Get Life @ Beltsville?
Sign up to receive weekly e-newsletters from Beltsville Church that will tell you what's going on at Beltsville and its various campuses. Visit https://mychurchconnect.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/107/responses/new to subscribe. It's free!
Becoming Beautiful!
The magnificent butterfly goes through many transformations before becoming a beautiful butterfly. Beltsville Women’s Ministry is having their Annual Women’s Tea, Saturday, May 13 at 4pm. Please invite your friends and co-workers and RSVP as soon as possible as space is limited. RSVP by contacting Bonnie Pack at 301-928-9226.
Vacation Bible School—Save the Date!
July 24-29. Stellar is the 2023 VBS Program for Beltsville SDA Church. Kids will be launched on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. You won’t want to miss this exciting out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun!
Registration for participants and volunteers will be available soon. There will also be music and drama teams.
PATHFINDERS
Pathfinder Fundraisers
Help the Pathfinders travel to Tampa for the Pathfinder Bible Experience Finals! Sponsor a Pathfinder, or make a donation. For more information, contact Judith Davidson at 240-441-8258.
Spring is in the air. Start your Spring cleaning by donating your gently used items. Clothes, small appliances, books, etc. Your donations will help our PBE Pathfinders get to Tampa, Florida. They have been diligent in their study of the Book of John.
Feel free to drop off items under the car port of the Youth House 4210 Ammendale Road (Not BACC). Please contact Judith Davidson (240-441-8258) or Rose Pittman (347-259-3361) when you are ready to drop off your donations.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
One-Day Women’s Retreat
Experience God’s love, healing, peace and grace on Sabbath, May 6, at Mount Aetna Retreat Center, 10375 Retreat Way, Hagerstown, Maryland. The theme is “Renew, Restore, Refresh—Strengthen the Mind, Body & Spirit Connection”. You won’t want to miss our keynote speaker, Ann Roda, Vice President, Mission Integration and Spiritual Care, Adventist HealthCare, or the educational and fun breakout sessions. Register by April 15 to secure a spot. For more information go to https://sligowomensministry.org/retreat-1.
CHURCH BUSINESS
Membership Transfers—Second Reading
To join Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
David and Nicole Snide from Spring Meadows SDA Church in Sandford, Florida;
Safary and Gimylin Wa-Mbaleka from Forest Lake Academy in Apopka, Florida;
Oscar Garzon Gomez from Potomac Conference SDA Church in Staunton, Virginia;
Helena Souders from Potomac Conference SDA Church in Staunton, Virginia;
Susan Bowen from Sligo SDA Church in Takoma Park, Maryland.
To leave Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
Abismael and Susie Reyna to East Pasco SDA Church in Zephyr Hills, Florida;
John and Carol Pack to Open Arms SDA Church in Milton,
Delaware;
Cassandra Nesmith to Lincoln College View SDA Church in Lincoln, Nebraska;
Belinda Eubanks-Williams to Olive Branch SDA Church in Olive Branch, Mississippi;
Hannah Sloan - Crosswalk SDA Church in Redlands, California;
Jeremiah Loveday - Restoration Praise Center SDA Church in Bowie, Maryland.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Keep an Eye on Your Vision Health — 1
Going to the doctor, going to the dentist—all part of taking care of your health. But going to the eye doctor? Also important! Eye exams at every age and life stage can help keep your vision strong.
Many people think their eyesight is just fine, but then they get that first pair of glasses or contact lenses and the world comes into clearer view—everything from fine print to street signs. Improving your eyesight is important—about 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction—but it’s just one of the reasons to get your eyes examined. Regular eye exams are also an important part of finding eye diseases early and preserving your vision.
Though people tend to have more vision problems as they get older, children need eye exams to ensure healthy vision too. But only 39% of preschool children have had their vision tested, which is needed to diagnose eye diseases.
Amblyopia (reduced vision because the eye and brain aren’t working together properly) is the most common cause of vision loss in children—2 to 3 out of 100 children. Amblyopia needs to be treated promptly to help avoid vision loss. (cdc.gov)
Sabbath, April 8
Worship: Communion Sabbath with Pastor Henry Wright
7:38 pm | Sunset
Tuesday, April 11
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
8:00 pm | Young Adult Bible Studies
Zoom ID: 853 4096 5129
Passcode: 038665
Wednesday, April 12
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 pm | On-line Prayer Meeting
Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856
Passcode: 038665
Friday, April 14
7:44 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Zoom Meeting ID: 871 3319 0485
Passcode: 4200
Sabbath, April 15
Worship: BAS Spring Concert
7:45 pm | Sunset
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
April
22 | Worship: Pastor Henry Wright
29 | Worship: Jaime Jorge Concert
29 | Charlie Ball Memorial Service
May
13 | Women’s Tea
June
10-11 | Youth Summer Trip
July
24-29 | Stellar Vacation Bible School
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Lead Pastor—Pastor Edwin Vargas
The Lord has answered our prayers and Pastor Edwin Vargas, along with his wife Lisanette, has answered the Lord’s call to join Beltsville SDA Church as Lead Pastor.
Pastor Edwin has been described by his colleagues as an intelligent, creative, and collaborative leader. Having served as a lead pastor and church planter in the Denver, Colorado and Portland, Oregon areas, he brings experience leading multi-site churches. He has expressed a passion for developing best practices for church planting and loves to develop leaders and help the next generation invest themselves in God’s kingdom through the church.
Holding an MDiv. from Andrews University and currently a missiology doctoral candidate there, Pr. Edwin returns to the National Capital area where he once served for nearly a decade and a half at the North American Division. He comes to us from his native Puerto Rico, where he informed his congregation last Sabbath that he has accepted the call the Beltsville.
Let’s pray for Pastor and Sister Vargas as they follow the Lord’s lead and prepare to travel north to Maryland. Especially beseech the Lord to guide and strengthen them and their three sons in this period of transition. If it is God’s will, we can expect the Vargas family to join us by early June.
Charlie Ball
It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charlie Ball. Charlie passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was our Head Deacon and Facilities Leader for many years. We will miss him dearly. Please continue to keep his family in your prayers; Lynne, Tom, Nickie, and Tyler.
Charlie’s Memorial Service will be held Sabbath, April 29, 2023 at 3pm at the Beltsville Church.
Invitation to teach Children’s Sabbath School
“Do you think you may want to teach for the children’s department?” But not sure what that entails. Here is your chance to observe and meet the other teachers. Please come on April 22 for a lesson demonstration in the Cradle Roll room. Come at 10:35am. Program starts at 10:45am.
Children’s In-Person Sabbath School
All of our classes are now live and in-person—and back to inside meeting rooms. We need volunteers to get assist with weekly classes, so please email PastorSifa@BeltsvilleSDA.org if you would like to volunteer.
Youth Sabbath School
In-person Sabbath School is at the Youth Ministry House in the rear of the church, 10:30 to 11:30 am. You can also join via Zoom from anywhere, every Sabbath! Meeting ID: 865 7913 7025; Passcode: 827022.
Young Adult Ministry
**Sabbath Mornings, 10:45 am: Young Adults’ Bible Study in the Youth House.
If you would like to learn more about joining young adult Bible studies, monthly events, and how to stay connected with the young adults at Beltsville, please send a text to Pastor Krysten at (239-940-0616 and she will add you to the Beltsville Young Adult group chat.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8 pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856; Passcode: 038665.
Everyone is welcome!
ReFill Friday Night Vespers and Bible Study
BSDA Online Campus ReFill Bible Study is now meeting via Zoom on Friday evenings at 8 pm. Start your Sabbath with reflection on the past week and our continuing study of Matthew’s gospel. Zoom Meeting ID: 871 3319 0485; Passcode: 4200. All are welcome!
Treasury Ministry
Effective immediately, please send all reimbursement requests to ExpensePoint by 5pm on Wednesday to be included with the check run on Monday of the next week. Please contact the Treasury Department via email (treasurer@beltsvillesda.org) to be added to ExpensePoint.
Do you play the guitar?
Youth guitarist for Sabbath School worship needed. Contact Alisi Potauaine, 540-246-7787 if you’re interested.
Kids’ Church
Are you interested in being on a core team to launch a kids’ church? Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/kidschurch23. Any questions, call/text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616.
Do You Get Life @ Beltsville?
Sign up to receive weekly e-newsletters from Beltsville Church that will tell you what's going on at Beltsville and its various campuses. Visit https://mychurchconnect.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/107/responses/new to subscribe. It's free!
Becoming Beautiful!
The magnificent butterfly goes through many transformations before becoming a beautiful butterfly. Beltsville Women’s Ministry is having their Annual Women’s Tea, Saturday, May 13 at 4pm. Please invite your friends and co-workers and RSVP as soon as possible as space is limited. RSVP by contacting Bonnie Pack at 301-928-9226.
Vacation Bible School—Save the Date!
July 24-29. Stellar is the 2023 VBS Program for Beltsville SDA Church. Kids will be launched on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. You won’t want to miss this exciting out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun!
Registration for participants and volunteers will be available soon. There will also be music and drama teams.
PATHFINDERS
Pathfinder Fundraisers
Help the Pathfinders travel to Tampa for the Pathfinder Bible Experience Finals! Sponsor a Pathfinder, or make a donation. For more information, contact Judith Davidson at 240-441-8258.
Spring is in the air. Start your Spring cleaning by donating your gently used items. Clothes, small appliances, books, etc. Your donations will help our PBE Pathfinders get to Tampa, Florida. They have been diligent in their study of the Book of John.
Feel free to drop off items under the car port of the Youth House 4210 Ammendale Road (Not BACC). Please contact Judith Davidson (240-441-8258) or Rose Pittman (347-259-3361) when you are ready to drop off your donations.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
One-Day Women’s Retreat
Experience God’s love, healing, peace and grace on Sabbath, May 6, at Mount Aetna Retreat Center, 10375 Retreat Way, Hagerstown, Maryland. The theme is “Renew, Restore, Refresh—Strengthen the Mind, Body & Spirit Connection”. You won’t want to miss our keynote speaker, Ann Roda, Vice President, Mission Integration and Spiritual Care, Adventist HealthCare, or the educational and fun breakout sessions. Register by April 15 to secure a spot. For more information go to https://sligowomensministry.org/retreat-1.
CHURCH BUSINESS
Membership Transfers—Second Reading
To join Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
David and Nicole Snide from Spring Meadows SDA Church in Sandford, Florida;
Safary and Gimylin Wa-Mbaleka from Forest Lake Academy in Apopka, Florida;
Oscar Garzon Gomez from Potomac Conference SDA Church in Staunton, Virginia;
Helena Souders from Potomac Conference SDA Church in Staunton, Virginia;
Susan Bowen from Sligo SDA Church in Takoma Park, Maryland.
To leave Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
Abismael and Susie Reyna to East Pasco SDA Church in Zephyr Hills, Florida;
John and Carol Pack to Open Arms SDA Church in Milton,
Delaware;
Cassandra Nesmith to Lincoln College View SDA Church in Lincoln, Nebraska;
Belinda Eubanks-Williams to Olive Branch SDA Church in Olive Branch, Mississippi;
Hannah Sloan - Crosswalk SDA Church in Redlands, California;
Jeremiah Loveday - Restoration Praise Center SDA Church in Bowie, Maryland.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Keep an Eye on Your Vision Health — 1
Going to the doctor, going to the dentist—all part of taking care of your health. But going to the eye doctor? Also important! Eye exams at every age and life stage can help keep your vision strong.
Many people think their eyesight is just fine, but then they get that first pair of glasses or contact lenses and the world comes into clearer view—everything from fine print to street signs. Improving your eyesight is important—about 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction—but it’s just one of the reasons to get your eyes examined. Regular eye exams are also an important part of finding eye diseases early and preserving your vision.
Though people tend to have more vision problems as they get older, children need eye exams to ensure healthy vision too. But only 39% of preschool children have had their vision tested, which is needed to diagnose eye diseases.
Amblyopia (reduced vision because the eye and brain aren’t working together properly) is the most common cause of vision loss in children—2 to 3 out of 100 children. Amblyopia needs to be treated promptly to help avoid vision loss. (cdc.gov)