Speaker for Early Morning Prayer Service Elder Milton Nicholas

Church at Study
Sabbath, June 16, 2012
9:15 10:45

Theme: Let the Church Know

Opening Prayer
Song Service
Superintendent Remarks - Christine Colburn-Harper
Teacher's Prayer
Lesson Study
Welcome
Mission Spotlight
Special Music
Offering
Investment
Closing Remarks/Prayer

Theme Text: "Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all
things, both what they had done and what they had thought. Mark 6:30
Nurse on Duty: Shirley Essien
Usher Leader: Vivian Walker

*Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting at 7:30 p.m.*

Welcome to the First Church of Seventh-day Adventists, where all are

invited to worship God and fellowship in Jesus Name!

The next Prayer Chapel will be held on Sabbath, June 23rd.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
TODAY! - Ladies of First Church We will be meeting immediately

following divine worship to discuss the September Program. Please

come to the organ side immediately after church so you can receive
important information.
Adventurer Club: We had Adventurer review on June 10th. We

presented 10 children for review and we had a passing rate of

100%! Congratulations to the children, staff and parents of the First
Church Vanguard Adventurer Club for a job well done.
The Adventurer Club is seeking assistants and instructors for the

upcoming 2012-2013 club year. Interested individuals should

contact Dorothy Manwarren at wadadlisista@yahoo.com.
Ministry Fund Raiser - Another successful dinner sale. We raised

$670. Thanks to everyone who donated supplies, baked goods, and to

the crew. Another job well done. Christine Colburn, Ministry
Coordinator
Ministry Fund Raiser - Yard sale Sunday, June 24 on the church

lawn. Please donate household items- dishes, pots, pictures, vases, etc.
We will also take small appliances- toasters, hand mixers, blenders,
etc. Check the flyer on the bulletin board.
Attention All! - Children's Church will resume in July. Thank you for

your understanding. Jackie McFarlane

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Social/Recreation Meeting - Pt. II, Sabbath, June 23 @ 1:30 pm.

Location: Kindergarten Room.

Ministry Leaders - Please RSVP for the Leadership follow-up on July

14. Christine Colburn, Ministry Coordinator

Health and Temperance - Walking for Fitness, June 2012. Record

your mileage. Week three - Dig a little deeper. You are half-way there.
Room Wanted - 22 year old, young female attending school and

working part-time seeking room at inexpensive rate. Can be contacted

at 202.615.3060. Thank you and God Bless.
We are praying for families! Family Life Ministry is praying for

families every 2nd and 4th Sabbath. If you are interested please contact
Tricia Allard at 202-294-6491 or trijon1973@yahoo.com.
AEC campmeeting chartered bus trips: Sabbaths, June 30 and July

7th Departing from Hyattsville. Sponsored by CMI. Discounts for early

responders & multiple seats. Reserve & pay by June 10. Please contact
Donald Osborne at 240.350.0192 or CMIconcerts@yahoo.com.
Disaster Response and Crisis Care Certification - Wanted Metro

area team to be first responders to be deployed to other areas as

needed. Training for all interested persons will take place at 2012
Campmeeting at Pine Forge, PA (July 2-6)One week intensive
training!! Crisis Care Certification is a national certification-training
program for pastors, social workers, police, and other public servants.
Free of charge. Also lead to chaplaincy for NAD pastors.
Good News First Church Members! We have a dedicated prayer line

for First Church members, their friends, and whoever they would like
to join us 5 times per week, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and
Friday between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM for prayer. The number is 1213-226-0400. Pin is 874990. Someone will be on the line to take your
prayer request and pray with you. Please do not hesitate to call in. We
are looking for volunteers to host Wednesday nights. These should be
individuals who do not come to prayer meeting regularly for whatever
the reason is. Call Elder Walters and Sis. Eddings if you are so
impressed by the Holy Spirit (301-439-3021).

UPCOMING EVENTS:
Health and Temperance - Out Reach week-end. June 22-24. Free

health seminar - "The Healing of the Nations." Flyer on the bulletin

board. Christine Colburn, Health Ministry Leader
Celebrating 20 Years of Ministry - Join Washington Metro Area

Womens Ministries for our 11th biennial retreat at the Hyatt Resort in
Cambridge, MD. Anointed speakers, community projects and this
years special highlight; The Red Dress Ball featuring actress, singer
and activist, Cheryl Lee Ralph. For more information and to register
visit our website: www.chosen-vessels.org. Space is limited so register
early! Two ways to register (1) on-line; and (2) Paper. See Denise
McKissick-McRae, Judy Bouknight, Doreen Rhoden, or Lottlyn Hall.
If you want to make arrangements for a payment plan, see Denise
McKissick-McRae.

STEWARDSHIP CORNER:
"But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and he
who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as
he purposes in his heart not grudgingly or of necessity: for God loves a
cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9: 6-7

MEMBERSHIP CORNER:
Membership Transfer 1st Reading
Outgoing
Ramoan Jones Restoration Praise SDA Company Lanham, MD

DID YOU KNOW?

Were Mobile! - The First Church website is now
mobile. Scan the QR code with your mobile device or
visit www.mobile.fcsda.org from your mobile device.

Sick & Shut-In Members

Mattie Burrell
1408 Lawrence Street, NE
Washington, DC 20017
Phone: 202. 526.6954

Thomasena Sumpter
Clinton Nursing and Rehabilitation
9211 Smart Lane, Room 101
Clinton, MD 20735
Phone: 301.868.1463

Veda Chang
930 Farragut Street, NW #408
Washington, DC 20011
Phone: 202. 726.3075

Sister Ena Taylor

Washington Center Aging Service
2601 18th Street, NE
Washington, DC 20018-1301
Phone: 202.541.6200

Sister Betty Gillis

1210 34th St., SE
Washington, DC 20019
Phone: 202.583.4552

Sister Mabel Wallace

1434 18th Pl., SE, #202
Washington, DC 20020
Phone: 202.678.2441

Charles Kerns
3301 Hurley Square Drive #A2
Temple Hills, MD 20748
Phone: 301. 505.1232
Lois Nickens
4609 Hillside Road, SE
Washington, DC 20019
Phone: 202.582.4726
Etta Saunders
6305 Riggs Road #302
Hyattsville, MD 20783
Phone: 301. 559.7064

Edgerton Williams
5614 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20011
Phone: 202.723.2285
Mrs. Mary Williams
c/o Sacred Heart Home
5805 Queens Chapel Road, Room 321
Hyattsville, MD 20782
Phone: 301. 277.6500
Brother Roland Yates
6100 Westchester Park Drive, #1104
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301.277.2934

**All persons and activities taking place at First Church may be recorded for
promotion and security purposes.

Altar of Prayer ~~ Please pray, without ceasing, for our sick, our
shut-in, our church family, for our immediate families, our youth, our
community, our city leaders, our national and international leaders,
and most of all, pray for world peace.

Members Away - Military service

Emmanuel Chamberlain
Email: emmanuel.chamberlain@navy.mil

Students Away
Jasmyn Berry
Email: jasmynberry@lincoln.edu

Leighann Black
Email: leighalexb@yahoo.com

Leslieann Black
Email: leslieannblack@gmail.com

Echo Brathwaite
Email: echo.brathwaite@live.com

Gregory Carter
Email: gmonel-31@live.com

Austin Davis
Email: ajd261@jwu.edu

Sean Fuller
Email: sean.e.fuller@gmail.com

Codjo Gbedo
Email: CodjoGbedo@yahoo.com

Ciarra M. Goode
Email: cgoode09@su.edu

Sandiel Grant
Email: sandi_r_grant@yahoo.com

Soleil Grant
Email: soleil_r_grant@hotmail.com

Torisha Israel
Email: tinyytori@aol.com

Jonathan Jones

Charmaine Leonard
Email: MisTweeti2u@yahoo.com

Michelle McCleary
Email: babihazel08@yahoo.com

Donita McFarlane
Email: mcfarlanedonita93@yahoo

Ricardo McLeod
Email: RicardoMcLeod_482@msn.com

Roy Patten, Jr.

Email: rpattjr@yahoo.com

Jonathan Riddick
Email: jmriddick@gmail.com

Justine Riddick
Email: justine_riddick@yahoo.com

Terrence Shields
Email: tshields1984@aol.com

Jovalee Thompson
Email: Jovalee.Thompson@Dartmouth.edu

Ian Walker
Email: walkerian83@yahoo.com

Revee Watts
Email: revee_watts@yahoo.com

Nickisher White
Email: nnw35568@marymount.edu

Nia Williams
Email: nia.williams07@yahoo.com

*Please refer to the bulletin board in the lobby to obtain addresses and phone
numbers for students away.

Prayer Patrol is asking the entire congregation to set aside the first
Monday of each Month to pray and fast.

Membership Assignment of Elders

From

to

Elders Name

Phone

Neicole Abbot

Linda Clark

Ira Brown

301.847.9727

Marshavia Clark

Kimberly Eddings

Audrey Miller

240.751.4514

Pamela Eghan

Rashennekia
Grimshaw

Donna Harris

301.780.3054

Dalmna Griswal

Gail Jacobs

Jimmie Gibson

202.718.2848

Andrea James

Terrence Longmore

Donovan
McFarlane

240.293.6308

Gillian Lovlace

Marion Mosley

Arthur Wharton

202.583.5661

Samuel Motamary

Jamila Rawlings

Rodney Malcolm

202.362.3110

Roosevelt Rayford

Grace Simon

Charles Johnson

202.667.7912

Rhonda Simon

Jessica Vines

Milton Nicholas

202.409.4904

John Wagner

Margaret Young

Curla Walters

301.439.3021

Please note: If your name is on the church's roster and your address is
current, you have been assigned an elder. You should have received a
church directory. Please examine the chart included in this bulletin to find
out who your elder is. Compare the chart with the church directory and you
will be able to identify your personal elder. His or her number should be in
the directory also. If you need the assistance of an elder, please contact
your personal elder. If you cannot reach your personal elder you may
contact the First Elder Rodney Malcolm.

LET US KNOW:

Name: __________________________________________________________
Street Address: __________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: _______________________ Phone: ____________________
Email: __________________________________________________________
Please check () appropriate box.
Hospitalization
Shut In
Pastoral Visit

Bible Studies
New Resident
Other

Affirmation of Faith
By the Grace of God, I will remember the Sabbath Day to keep it holy
and by living its holistic principles of mental, emotional, spiritual, and
physical rest be a Sabbath-keeping Christian throughout the entire week
(Ex. 20:8; Eph. 2:8; 1:4).

By the Holy Spirits renewing of my mind, I understand that my identity

is not only what I say but how I live; yet not I, but Christ lives in me,
and that as Jesus is manifested in my mortal flesh, I am becoming His
living epistle, known and read of all men (Rom. 12:2; Jas. 1:22; Gal.
2:20; 2Cor. 3:2).

By revelation and necessity, I am inspired to study the Bible, Gods holy

word, to show myself approved unto God; and by receiving its
teachings, reproofs, corrections, and instructions; I can live every day of
the week with patience, comfort, and hope (2Tim. 2:15; 3:16, 17; Rom.
15:4).

By the faith of Jesus, I purpose to grow by surrendering my selfcenteredness to His power, presence and commandment to love one
another as He has loved me; so this world might be a better place
wherever I testify of Christ (Rev.14:12; 12:17; Matt. 28:18, 20; Jn.
15:17; 2Cor. 5:17; Tit. 2:12).

2012 GRADUATES
MASTER'S DEGREES
Name: Darien Curry
Degree & Field: Masters in Information Systems (MIS)
School: University of Phoenix
Future Plans: To secure a senior level position at Warner Brothers.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Irene Patrick
Degree & Field: Master of Public Health
School: Walden University
Future Plans: Infection Preventionist/ Disaster Management.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BACHELOR'S DEGREES

Name: *Leighann A. Black

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
School: Claflin University
Future Plans: To attend medical school and ultimately become an
anesthesiologist.
*Cum Laude (3.5-3.74 GPA)

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Austin Jamal Davis

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts
School: Johnson and Wales University
Future Plans: To own and operate his own catering business.

Name: Danielle I. Freebourne

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
School: Capitol College
Future Plans:
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Sean Fuller
Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
School: University of the District of Columbia
Future Plans: To pursue a dual Master of Business Administration and
Master of Science in Computer Science from UMUC.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: *Sandiel R. Grant
Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design
School: Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Future Plans: To pursue a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design or
Visual Communication and to ultimately own a design/multimedia firm.
*Magna Cum Laude (3.30-3.69 GPA)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Name: *Soleil R. Grant

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Arts in Economics; Minor: International
Relations
School: Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Future Plans: To obtain a job in her field.
*Magna Cum Laude (3.30-3.69 GPA)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Name: Melanie P. Harper

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Business Information Systems
School: Bowie State University
Future Plans: To pursue a Master of Science in Management
Information Systems with a concentration in Information Security
Management in the fall at Bowie State University.

Name: Sharon Nelsoen

Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Psychology
School: University of Phoenix
Future Plans: To counsel the disabled, disadvantaged, displaced, and
those who may be coming from a prison background. Also to help those
who are serious about changing their lives through education and
lifestyle changes and to introduce them to Christ.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Marsha Smith
Degree & Field: Bachelor of Science in Social Work
School: Bowie State University
Future Plans: To pursue a Master of Social Work (MSW) or a dual
MSW and Master of Public Health.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS

Name: Paulette Cooper-Foster

School: Laurel Senior High
Future College: Fort Valley State University
College Major: Veterinary medicine
Future Plan/Career: To establish her own veterinary practice and
animal hospital.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Janelle Gentles
School: Springbrook High
Future College: Virginia Commonwealth University
College Major: Physical Therapy
Future Plan/Career: Physical Therapist

Name: Roemello Goins

School: McKinley Technology High
Future College: North Carolina Wesleyan College
College Major: Computer Science
Future Plan/Career: Information Technology Specialist
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Kayla Mcleod
School: John F Kennedy High
Future College: James Madison University
College Major: Biotechnology
Future Plans: Orthodontist
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Aleah Moss-Covington
School: Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter
Future College: North Carolina Central University
College Major: Social Work
Future Plan/Career: To become a licensed Social Worker and an
Entrepreneur.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: Christina LaShaun Parker
School: Northwestern High
Future College: Oakwood University
College Major: Nursing
Future Plan/Career: To become a traveling nurse and make it to
heaven.

Sabbath Celebration in Worship,

Ministry, and the Word
Sabbath, June 16, 2012
Sunset Today: 8:34 p.m.

CELEBRATION IN ACKNOWLEDGING GOD

Processional..............................Elders, Choir, Deacons/Deaconesses
Introit..................................................................................Congregation
Come Let Us Adore Him"
Affirmation of Faith...............................................................Congregation
Invocation/Opening Prayer......................................................Tony Allard
Hymn of Worship & Praise....................................................Congregation
Announcements..................................................................................Clerk
Welcome.........................................................................Dr. Curla Walters
The Jesus in Me Loves the Jesus in You
Introduction of the Day...................................................Dr. Curla Walters
Opening Remarks.................................................................Yvonne Curry

CELEBRATION IN WORSHIP
Praise & Worship.................................................................Praise Team
The Lord Is With Us In This Place
Intercessory Prayer.......................................................Elder Donna Harris

CELEBRATION IN GODS WORD

Tithes & Offerings........................................................Delores Brathwaite
Introduction of the Graduates...............................................Yvonne Curry
Musical Selection...........................................................................Lori Sly
Sermonic Scripture............................................................Monique Harper
Psalm 127:1-2; Ecclesiastes 12: 13-14

Special Presentation..............................................................Yvonne Curry

Introduction of the Speaker................................................Randal Leonard
Hymn of Meditation.......................................................................Lori Sly
The Word Preached.............................................Dr. Vanessa B. Sheppard
"Life is Not a Fairy-Tale"
Praise and Commitment...............................................Dr. Arthur Wharton
Consecration Prayer.....................................................Dr. Arthur Wharton
Graduates' Reflections.....................................................Latoya Strickland
Charge to Graduates................................................Dr. Mark A. McCleary

CELEBRATION IN BENEDICTION
Benedictory Prayer...................................................Dr. Rodney Malcolm
Benedictory Hymn.................................................................Congregation
Any Where With Jesus/No. 508
Recessional........................................Elders, Choir, Deacons/Deaconesses

All thanks and praise to the Lord Jesus Christ who has blessed
each graduate in his/her journey to graduation.
At First Church, "...we continually ask God to fill you with the
knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and
understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life
worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit
in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God."
Colossians 1:9-10

We Believe

Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, provides salvation and eternal life now. Galatians
2:20; Hebrews 12:1, 2; Philippians 2:5-8; I John 5:11-13.

There is one God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. II Corinthians 13:14; I Peter 1:2.

The Bible is the only rule of faith and practice. II Timothy 2:15; II Peter 1:19-21.

The Ten Commandments reveal God's will, sin, and reminds all their need of a savior.
Genesis 3:17-19; Romans 5:12-15; Galatians 3:22-24.

The Seventh-day Sabbath, is a binding part of Gods unchanging and perpetual law, and
has been made for our holistic benefit. Exodus 20:8-11; Deutoronomy 5:12-15;
Hebrews 4:9-11.

One who is justified by faith, God declares righteous on the ground of Jesus Christ's
substitutionary life and death. Romans 4:3-5; Galatians 3:7-11.

The fruit of the Gospel includes the new birth and progressive sanctification until
glorification at the day of Jesus Christ. John 3:1-7; Acts 2:37, 38; Romans 6:1-6.

God writes His law upon the hearts and minds of believers in Jesus by His Holy Spirit.
James 2:10-12; Hebrews 8:7-10; 2 Corinthinians 3:3.

One becomes a member of Jesus body, the Church, by faith. I Corinthians 12:13;
Ephesians 2:13.

Participation in Jesus body includes baptism, worship, the Lord's Supper and spiritual
gifts. Ephesians 4:8,11; Matthew 28:18-20; I Corinthians 11:23-29; Hebrews 10:22-25.

The Christian life is a personal relationship with Christ by committing one's self, time,
talents, possessions including (tithe and offerings), health, and influence to God.
Malachi 3:8-12; Matthew 23:23; I Corinthians 3:16, 17; Deuteronomy 14:3-20.

The quality of life in this present world is enhanced by following the principles of
health proper Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance, Fresh Air, Rest, and
Trust in God. 1 Corinthinans 6:19-20; 1 Thessalonians 5:23.

Believers do not personally appear in judgment because Jesus, the Mediator, presents
them as righteous in Himself. Romans 8:1-4; I John 2:1, 2.

Jesus literal, personal, visible, and imminent second coming is our blessed hope for
transitioning from a deteriorating world condition to the pristine purity of Gods
glorious earth made new. Titus 2:13; John 14:1-3.

The dead remain in their grave, unconscious to anything under the sun, until either the
resurrection of life or condemnation. Ecclesiates 9:5, 6; John 5:28, 29; Revelations
20:10.

Believers receive immortality at Christ's return and the wicked eternal death at the
Millenniums end as the new earth becomes the saint's possession forever. John 14:1-3;
Daniel 7:18,22,27; Psalms 37:10, 11, 29: I Thessalonians 4:16, 17.

Seventh-day Adventists are called to announce Christ's return to the world by

proclaiming the Gospel. Matthew 24:14; Acts 1:8; Revelations 10:8-11; 14:6-11.