Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church - Ammendale Campus
Worship Service, Sabbath, March 22, 2025
Worship Bulletin
Locations & Times
Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church—Ammendale Campus
4200 Ammendale Rd, Beltsville, MD 20705, USA
Saturday 9:00 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM
Welcome to Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church. We are so glad you’ve joined us for worship today.
In these difficult times many are desperately looking for peace and relief from the unrelenting stress they face each day. Where can people find true peace? Jesus is the source of peace and hope for a better now and a better future. We individually should have an encounter with Jesus daily and experience the peace that only He can provide. We should be willing to make room and invite others to have that encounter with Jesus. We can start with one and go beyond.
In these difficult times many are desperately looking for peace and relief from the unrelenting stress they face each day. Where can people find true peace? Jesus is the source of peace and hope for a better now and a better future. We individually should have an encounter with Jesus daily and experience the peace that only He can provide. We should be willing to make room and invite others to have that encounter with Jesus. We can start with one and go beyond.
Focus Text:
The following day John was again standing with two of his disciples. As Jesus walked by, John looked at him and declared, “Look! There is the Lamb of God!” When John’s two disciples heard this, they followed Jesus. Jesus looked around and saw them following. “What do you want?” he asked them. They replied, “Rabbi” (which means “Teacher”), “where are you staying?” “Come and see,” he said. It was about four o’clock in the afternoon when they went with him to the place where he was staying, and they remained with him the rest of the day. Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of these men who heard what John said and then followed Jesus. Andrew went to find his brother, Simon, and told him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means “Christ”). Then Andrew brought Simon to meet Jesus. Looking intently at Simon, Jesus said, “Your name is Simon, son of John—but you will be called Cephas” (which means “Peter”).
~John 1:35-42, New Living Translation
The following day John was again standing with two of his disciples. As Jesus walked by, John looked at him and declared, “Look! There is the Lamb of God!” When John’s two disciples heard this, they followed Jesus. Jesus looked around and saw them following. “What do you want?” he asked them. They replied, “Rabbi” (which means “Teacher”), “where are you staying?” “Come and see,” he said. It was about four o’clock in the afternoon when they went with him to the place where he was staying, and they remained with him the rest of the day. Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of these men who heard what John said and then followed Jesus. Andrew went to find his brother, Simon, and told him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means “Christ”). Then Andrew brought Simon to meet Jesus. Looking intently at Simon, Jesus said, “Your name is Simon, son of John—but you will be called Cephas” (which means “Peter”).
~John 1:35-42, New Living Translation
9:00am Service
Prelude
Jesu You Joy/Jesus Lover of my Soul
Carlos Hunter
Welcome & Church Life
Trudy Eide
Praise Time
My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
Blessed Assurance
Dan & Milca Pabón
Prayer
Crystal Osborne
Children’s Story
Dan Pabón
Children's Offertory
Children’s Offertory: Jesus Loves Me Classical
Carlos Hunter
Special Music
Make Room
Adrianna Santana
Message
Making Room: Creating a Culture of Invitation
Start With One—Bringing People to Jesus
Chris Ashman
Next Steps
Pastor Sifa Potauaine
Invitation to Give
Rochelle & Serenity Sutherland
Offering
Offertory
Chopin E Flat Prelude/Savior Like A Shepherd
Carlos Hunter
Closing Hymn
Father, Lead Me Day By Day
Dan & Milca Pabón
Benediction
Miles Osborne
Postlude
Variation on My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Carlos Hunter
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12:00pm Service
Worship Song
Come and Let Us Sing
Welcome & Church Life
Jim Zackrison
Praise & Worship
Every Praise
Indescribable
Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Message
Making Room: Creating a Culture of Invitation
Start With One—Bringing People to Jesus
Chris Ashman
Next Steps
Jim Zackrison
Invitation to Give
Jim Zackrison
Offering
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms/'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Prelude
Jesu You Joy/Jesus Lover of my Soul
Carlos Hunter
Welcome & Church Life
Trudy Eide
Praise Time
My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
Blessed Assurance
Dan & Milca Pabón
Prayer
Crystal Osborne
Children’s Story
Dan Pabón
Children's Offertory
Children’s Offertory: Jesus Loves Me Classical
Carlos Hunter
Special Music
Make Room
Adrianna Santana
Message
Making Room: Creating a Culture of Invitation
Start With One—Bringing People to Jesus
Chris Ashman
Next Steps
Pastor Sifa Potauaine
Invitation to Give
Rochelle & Serenity Sutherland
Offering
Offertory
Chopin E Flat Prelude/Savior Like A Shepherd
Carlos Hunter
Closing Hymn
Father, Lead Me Day By Day
Dan & Milca Pabón
Benediction
Miles Osborne
Postlude
Variation on My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Carlos Hunter
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12:00pm Service
Worship Song
Come and Let Us Sing
Welcome & Church Life
Jim Zackrison
Praise & Worship
Every Praise
Indescribable
Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Message
Making Room: Creating a Culture of Invitation
Start With One—Bringing People to Jesus
Chris Ashman
Next Steps
Jim Zackrison
Invitation to Give
Jim Zackrison
Offering
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms/'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
Prayer
Jim Zackrison
Give Online
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we will be transitioning our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan this QR code to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
https://adventistgiving.org/
Scan this code to go to AdventistGiving.org
NEXT WEEK'S CALENDAR
Sabbath, March 22
Worship: Chris Ashman
7:22 pm | Sunset
Tuesday, March 25
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
Wednesday, March 26
9:00 am - 2:00 pm } Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 - 8:00 pm | Prayer Meeting | Zoom Meeting ID: 970360 856 | Passcode: 038665
Friday, March 28
7:28 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study | Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453; Passcode: 272072
Sabbath, March 29
Worship: Adventurer Sabbath (9am)
Worship: Pastor Krysten Thomas (12pm)
7:29 pm | Sunset
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Calendar Highlights
April
13 | Beltsville Adventist Soccer League begins
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LIFE AT BELTSVILLE
Nursery Sabbath School
The Nursery Class is back and resumes this Sabbath, March 8. Nursey class is for ages 0-2 and the classroom is located upstairs in the Education Wing.
Let’s Play Soccer
The wait is over! Registration for the Beltsville Adventist Soccer League 2025 season is now open. This is a co-ed league with divisions from age 5 to adult. The season runs from April 13 to June 22. Games are played on Sundays from 9am to 2pm at Fairland Park. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to register as a player or as a volunteer. Invite a friend to sign up.
You’re Invited!
The Beltsville Children’s Choir will be ministering and sharing a message of hope at Destination Sabbath School on April 19 at 10:30am. Please plan to attend and bring a friend. The children would love your support!
Calling all teachers!
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up from Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9, 2025, and we want to celebrate you! We are grateful for your commitment, dedication, and passion for education.
There will be a special recognition for all teachers on Sabbath, May 3 at 12pm during second service. Please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to sign up so you can be included in this special celebration.
We can’t wait to honor you!
Loved & Cherished Banquet
Join us for our inaugural Loved and Cherished Banquet hosted by Beltsville Adventist Church. There will be free food, games, and entertainment.
This banquet is for children and their parental figures. The banquet is Sunday, May 18 at 4pm. For more information, please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin.
Calling all Singers!
Please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to indicate your interest to sing during the 9am and/or 12pm service.
Changes in Online Giving
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we have transitioned our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
New Sabbath School Classes
Adult Spanish Sabbath School Class meets in the church basement (Youth Room). Class starts at 10:30am.
New Believers Sabbath School Class meets at the Beltsville Adventist Community Center (BACC). Class starts at 10:30am.
Child of the 80’s or 90’s? This group is for you! Join us in the conference room downstairs in the children’s wing for topics on practical Christianity, parenting, marriage, and more! (First study cycle: Mere Christianity by CS Lewis).
Praying For Your Children
We are praying for your children. Concerned about your children in these trying times? You can bring your children’s names and special requests in prayer every Wednesday morning please submit your requests by text to 240-441-8258 by Tuesday evening.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856; Passcode: 038665.
Everyone is welcome!
ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Start Sabbath with our ReFill Bible Study group every Friday evening at 8pm. We will be having a prayerful study of the Book of Revelation. Join us for reflection and prayer. Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453; Passcode: 272072. All are welcome!
Young Adult Community
If you are in the age range of 18-29 and would like to learn more about joining the Beltsville young adult community, please text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616 or scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. We host Bible studies and social activities.
Treasury Ministry
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 Church Office if you need to be added to ExpensePoint.
Do you know someone in need?
As a church family, we have a desire to be supportive of our sick and shut-in Beltsville Ammendale family members. If you’re aware of the contact information for any of these members who would like to be added to our list for prayer, or Communion, please share their name, phone number, and email address with us. We have note cards in the foyer that you may complete, or you can see one of our pastors or elders, or contact the church office. See the back of the bulletin for contact information. Thank you.
Let’s Get Social
Follow Beltsville Church on Facebook and on Instagram. On Facebook search for Beltsville Seventh Day Adventist Church; on Instagram search for Beltsville_SDA.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Connection Is Key to Aging Well
Promoting health and preventing disease in older Americans is key to the health of the nation. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General released his Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community which warned that about half of U.S. adults lack companionship and feel socially disconnected. As a group, older adults suffer the highest rates of disconnection. Human connection plays an important role in overall longevity and vitality that can’t be overlooked.
The health implications of what the Surgeon General aptly calls an “epidemic of loneliness and isolation” are staggering: a 29 percent increase in the risk of heart disease, a 50 percent increase in the risk of dementia, and a 60 percent increase in the risk of premature death, just to name a few (https://odphp.health.gov/news).
A longitudinal study conducted on AmeriCorps Seniors programs found that 84 percent of volunteers reported stable or improving health after 1 year of volunteer service. Additionally, 88 percent of volunteers who described feeling a lack of companionship reported decreased feelings of isolation after 2 years of service.
AmeriCorps is a federal agency for national service and volunteerism. Please access their website for more information: https://www.americorps.gov/
PROFILE OF GIVING
February 2025
Tithe:
Tithe | February 2025
$95,462.95
Tithe | February 2024
$97,384.61
Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$(1,921.66)
Year to Date Tithe:
YTD Tithe as of February 28, 2025
$181,690.51
YTD Tithe as of February 29, 2024
$194,445.07
YTD Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$(12,754.56)
Local Combined Budget February 2025
February Budget
$30,916.67
February Actual
$30,483.21
February Increase/(Decrease)
$(433.46)
Year to Date Local Combined Budget
Budget as of February 28, 2025
$61,833.34
Actual as of February 28, 2025
$46,361.03
YTD Increase/(Decrease
$(15,472.31)
Sabbath, March 22
Worship: Chris Ashman
7:22 pm | Sunset
Tuesday, March 25
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
Wednesday, March 26
9:00 am - 2:00 pm } Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 - 8:00 pm | Prayer Meeting | Zoom Meeting ID: 970360 856 | Passcode: 038665
Friday, March 28
7:28 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study | Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453; Passcode: 272072
Sabbath, March 29
Worship: Adventurer Sabbath (9am)
Worship: Pastor Krysten Thomas (12pm)
7:29 pm | Sunset
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Calendar Highlights
April
13 | Beltsville Adventist Soccer League begins
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
LIFE AT BELTSVILLE
Nursery Sabbath School
The Nursery Class is back and resumes this Sabbath, March 8. Nursey class is for ages 0-2 and the classroom is located upstairs in the Education Wing.
Let’s Play Soccer
The wait is over! Registration for the Beltsville Adventist Soccer League 2025 season is now open. This is a co-ed league with divisions from age 5 to adult. The season runs from April 13 to June 22. Games are played on Sundays from 9am to 2pm at Fairland Park. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to register as a player or as a volunteer. Invite a friend to sign up.
You’re Invited!
The Beltsville Children’s Choir will be ministering and sharing a message of hope at Destination Sabbath School on April 19 at 10:30am. Please plan to attend and bring a friend. The children would love your support!
Calling all teachers!
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up from Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9, 2025, and we want to celebrate you! We are grateful for your commitment, dedication, and passion for education.
There will be a special recognition for all teachers on Sabbath, May 3 at 12pm during second service. Please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to sign up so you can be included in this special celebration.
We can’t wait to honor you!
Loved & Cherished Banquet
Join us for our inaugural Loved and Cherished Banquet hosted by Beltsville Adventist Church. There will be free food, games, and entertainment.
This banquet is for children and their parental figures. The banquet is Sunday, May 18 at 4pm. For more information, please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin.
Calling all Singers!
Please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to indicate your interest to sing during the 9am and/or 12pm service.
Changes in Online Giving
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we have transitioned our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
New Sabbath School Classes
Adult Spanish Sabbath School Class meets in the church basement (Youth Room). Class starts at 10:30am.
New Believers Sabbath School Class meets at the Beltsville Adventist Community Center (BACC). Class starts at 10:30am.
Child of the 80’s or 90’s? This group is for you! Join us in the conference room downstairs in the children’s wing for topics on practical Christianity, parenting, marriage, and more! (First study cycle: Mere Christianity by CS Lewis).
Praying For Your Children
We are praying for your children. Concerned about your children in these trying times? You can bring your children’s names and special requests in prayer every Wednesday morning please submit your requests by text to 240-441-8258 by Tuesday evening.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856; Passcode: 038665.
Everyone is welcome!
ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Start Sabbath with our ReFill Bible Study group every Friday evening at 8pm. We will be having a prayerful study of the Book of Revelation. Join us for reflection and prayer. Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453; Passcode: 272072. All are welcome!
Young Adult Community
If you are in the age range of 18-29 and would like to learn more about joining the Beltsville young adult community, please text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616 or scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. We host Bible studies and social activities.
Treasury Ministry
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 Church Office if you need to be added to ExpensePoint.
Do you know someone in need?
As a church family, we have a desire to be supportive of our sick and shut-in Beltsville Ammendale family members. If you’re aware of the contact information for any of these members who would like to be added to our list for prayer, or Communion, please share their name, phone number, and email address with us. We have note cards in the foyer that you may complete, or you can see one of our pastors or elders, or contact the church office. See the back of the bulletin for contact information. Thank you.
Let’s Get Social
Follow Beltsville Church on Facebook and on Instagram. On Facebook search for Beltsville Seventh Day Adventist Church; on Instagram search for Beltsville_SDA.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Connection Is Key to Aging Well
Promoting health and preventing disease in older Americans is key to the health of the nation. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General released his Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community which warned that about half of U.S. adults lack companionship and feel socially disconnected. As a group, older adults suffer the highest rates of disconnection. Human connection plays an important role in overall longevity and vitality that can’t be overlooked.
The health implications of what the Surgeon General aptly calls an “epidemic of loneliness and isolation” are staggering: a 29 percent increase in the risk of heart disease, a 50 percent increase in the risk of dementia, and a 60 percent increase in the risk of premature death, just to name a few (https://odphp.health.gov/news).
A longitudinal study conducted on AmeriCorps Seniors programs found that 84 percent of volunteers reported stable or improving health after 1 year of volunteer service. Additionally, 88 percent of volunteers who described feeling a lack of companionship reported decreased feelings of isolation after 2 years of service.
AmeriCorps is a federal agency for national service and volunteerism. Please access their website for more information: https://www.americorps.gov/
PROFILE OF GIVING
February 2025
Tithe:
Tithe | February 2025
$95,462.95
Tithe | February 2024
$97,384.61
Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$(1,921.66)
Year to Date Tithe:
YTD Tithe as of February 28, 2025
$181,690.51
YTD Tithe as of February 29, 2024
$194,445.07
YTD Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$(12,754.56)
Local Combined Budget February 2025
February Budget
$30,916.67
February Actual
$30,483.21
February Increase/(Decrease)
$(433.46)
Year to Date Local Combined Budget
Budget as of February 28, 2025
$61,833.34
Actual as of February 28, 2025
$46,361.03
YTD Increase/(Decrease
$(15,472.31)