VOLUME LXXXIII MAY 8–21, 2016 NO. 34

SECOND- PONCE DE LEONBAPTIST CHURCH NEWSIn the heart

of Buckhead

Music Ministry DayOn Sunday, May 1, the SPdL Music Ministry presented their special Music Ministry Day program. This year’s theme was “Great is Thy Faithfulness,” featuring performances by Sounds of Faith, the Sanctuary Choir, SPdL Orchestra, and the Children’s Choirs. It was a wonderful morning of inspirational music and worship!Photos by Dave Randolph.

See the Wonders of Our Nation’s Capital!

Have you ever wanted to see the wonders of our nation’s capital? Check it off your bucket list, and join us for a 6-day, 5-night trip to Washington, D.C., Thursday–Tuesday, October 20–25.

Trip includes: • Motorcoach Transportation • 5 nights of lodging including 3 consecutive nights in the Washington, D.C., area. • 8 meals: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners • 2 full–day guided tours of Washington, D.C., which will feature the WW II Memorial, Capitol Hill, Embassy Row, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, and much more! • Evening guided memorial and monuments tour.

Trip is based on 30 passengers. Cost is $546 per person, and is based on double occupancy (single occupancy add $170). $75 due upon signing. Final payment is due on Saturday, August 13. Motorcoach driver and step-on guide gratuities are included in the price. For questions or to RSVP, contact Charles Qualls at 404.591.4341 or cqualls@spdl.org.

ArtsCoolMonday, May 23–25: 3 DaysFor ages 3–6 (must be potty trained)10 a.m.–1 p.m. / Mon., Tues., Wed.It all starts with imagination! Each day we will learn and explore several artists and techniques. Children will create original artwork using paints, watercolors, oil pastels, and more. We will have an “Art Show” on the last day of camp to showcase our artistic talent. There will be games, stories and more. Please pack a snack, lunch & drink. Visit artscoolart.com for more information. Cost: $185 (includes all materials).

Builder Bunch Lego Lover’s CampWant to send your LEGO-lover to a fun camp this year? Send them to one of our Builder Bunch camps for a week of LEGOfun! For more information, please call 1-855-694-4327 or www.builderbunch.com

Green Sports CampMonday, June 27–July 1: Full WeekFor ages 5–12 9 a.m.–2 p.m.ORMonday, July 18–22: Full WeekFor ages 5–12 9 a.m.–2 p.m.Each day we will have a great time mixing fun and fitness. This camp is for kids of all athletic levels and is led by certified Georgia educators. Boy and girl campers will participate in stations of different sports daily. They will participate in flag football, basketball, floor hockey, soccer, kickball, and dodgeball. At the beginning of each day we will do a fun calisthenics warm-up session. There will also be daily fun science explosions and playing with worms as we mix a little academia with fitness. We will also discuss good, healthy and positive character traits on a daily basis. Students bring their own lunch and water bottles daily. Get your kids off the couch this summer and send them to us at greensportscamp.com. Cost: $115 per week.

Registration is open for preschool summer activities at the Family Life Center, our fitness and recreation facility. Please register for classes at www.spdl.org/ministries/family-life-center or in person at the FLC Front Desk. Payment is due at the time of registration. Summer classes include:

Family Life Center Summer Camps

Pre-Ballet Camp Monday, June 25–29: Full WeekFor ages 4–6 9 a.m.–12 p.m.Join us for a structured program designed for the early development of ballet and movement. It precisely meets the needs and limitations of pre-schoolers by providing a carefully paced sequence of exercises to develop physical conditioning with poise and grace. Since children naturally respond to music & movement the activities are presented through music. Children learn self-discipline, listening skills, left and right discrimination, patterns in movement and pre-ballet. Please pack a snack and drink. CMD prefers pink leotards, tights and ballet slippers (tights not required in hotter weather). Cost: $175

Second-Ponce HistoryIn May of 2006, Second-Ponce hosted the China Bible Exhibit in the Family Life Center. Former President Jimmy Carter cut the ribbon and spoke at a special opening ceremony. Thousands of guests toured artifacts and listened to performances by guest Chinese musicians. The exhibit told about how Christianity has spread across China and how Bibles are printed there. A photo book and a Jade Fish Statue that was given to SPDL for hosting the China Bible Exhibit, are on view in the Heritage Room. This article and display were put together by Church Historian John Roma.

WEDNESDAYS at Second-Ponce

SPdL U ELECTIVES KICK OFF TONIGHT, MAY 4!

Scan the QR code below or pick up a form in the Welcome Center, to register for your elective. Please

choose 1 elective, led by our own Second-Ponce de Leon members and

staff. Electives include:

Elective Track 1:Praying the Psalms:

An Experience in SpiritFor those who want a deeper, more experiential path this track will apply the Psalms in prayer. Come explore

unique pathways of prayer, using the words and themes of the Psalms.

Led by Dr. Karen Harwell4 Weeks: May 4, 11, 18, & 25

OR

Elective Track 2: Lord, You Know Me:

Studying the Compelling PsalmsWe’ll spend some more time

plumbing the riches of the Psalms.Hard questions are asked, and

powerful affirmations of faith are ventured. Come study with us as we

drill down in more of the Psalms.Led by Dr. Charles Qualls

2 weeks: May 4 & 11

AND

O Come Let Us Sing Unto the Lord: Music of the Psalms

The beautiful words of the Old Testament’s hymnal have inspired centuries of music. Many of the

songs in our own hymnal find their lyrics in the Psalms. Anthems and

other music also have evolved from the Psalms.

Led by Dr. Eric Nelson2 weeks: May 18 & 25

A Word from the Generous ChurchWe are blessed! Since the very beginning, the Lord has blessed Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church. We have a wonderful staff, an active congregation, beautiful facilities and a healthy endowment. This endowment exists because of the generosity of our faithful members. And while we are grateful for their generosity, it requires that we be good stewards of the legacy that they have entrusted to us. It is easy for newcomers, and existing members alike, to assume that, based on the size of our endowments, the Church is self-sufficient and our tithes are not required to fund the needs of the Church. This could not be further from the truth. It is in that vein that we would like to provide you with information and, hopefully, a better understanding of our endowments.

While it is true that Second-Ponce has a sizable endowment, most of these endowments are established with restrictions that limit how the money may be used. Some of our endowments support the physical plant and equipment of the Church. Others support missions, scholarships and benevolence. And in most cases, the initial gift, or corpus, is protected. This means that only the earnings may be spent and spending must be in keeping with the wishes of the grantor. The final restriction requires that none of the income derived from these endowments be used to support the annual operating budget. As a result, the financial responsibility for the day-to-day operations of Second-Ponce falls on each of us. We rely on you! Thank you for your tithes (large and small) and gifts. They allow us to carry out the ministry and mission of this great church. If you have a question or topic you’d like the Generous Church to address, please email us at GenerousTeam@spdl.org

Are you ready for VBS 2016? Register now to join in on the fun!VBS is coming, and our teachers are getting ready for an amazing week with boys and girls ages 3 through 5th grade from June 6–10! All we need is for YOU to sign up your children! We will have so much fun learning about Jesus, our Good Shepherd, who LEADS, LOVES, COMFORTS, CARES, and PROVIDES. Please join us for a super fun-filled week! Register now at spdl.org/vbs2016. We are praying for you!

Discover Our Early Childhood SchoolECS Enrolling for Fall 2016Second-Ponce’s Early Childhood School is now enrolling for the 2016–17 school year! We have classes from 9 a.m. until noon for children ages 12 months to 5 years. Our ECS offers one of the lowest teacher/student ratios among Buckhead preschools. For tour dates and registration information, go to www.spdl.org/ministries/ecspreschool. For additional information, contact Helen Dykes (404.591.4376 or hdykes@spdl.org).

ECS Hosts Summer CampsOur Early Childhood School will offer summer camps for all students ages 3–6 years old and fully potty trained. Week-long camps will be offered the weeks of:• June 13–17: At the Beach• June 20–24: Down on the Farm• July 11–15: Sports and Tumbling Camps are $175 for the week and run Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Download a registration form at www.spdl.org/ministries/ecspreschool. For more information, contact Whitney Lea (404.591.4374 or wlea@spdl.org).

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CHURCH CALENDARSunday, May 8 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship–Mother’s Day 12:15 p.m. Master Ringers Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 10 9:30 a.m. Mom’s Fellowship 6:30 p.m. Evening Edition

Wednesday, May 11 11:00 a.m. ECS Graduation Rehearsal 5:00 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6:00 p.m. VBS Volunteer Training 6:00 p.m. SPdL U 6:00 p.m. Project 4:12 7:15 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 7:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal

Thursday, May 12 11:00 a.m. ECS Graduation Rehearsal 11:00 a.m. Radiant Class Luncheon

Sunday, May 15 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship 12:15 p.m. Master Ringers Rehearsal Monday, May 16 11:00 a.m. ECS Graduation Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Deacons Meeting

Tuesday, May 17 11:00 a.m. ECS Graduation Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Evening Edition

Wednesday, May 18 5:00 p.m. Fellowship Supper 6:00 p.m. SPdL U 6:00 p.m. Project 4:12 7:15 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 7:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal

Thursday, May 19 9:30 a.m. ECS Graduation

Stay Connected

ScholarShip applicationS available. Each year, Second-Ponce de Leon receives and distributes college scholarship money that is made available through designated funds. To apply for a scholarship for the 2016–2017 school year, pick up an application form at the Church Office or on the information wall. Completed forms are due back at the Church Office by Friday, June 3. Questions? Contact Jeff Miller at 404.591.4356 or jmiller@spdl.org.

congratulationS to Dr. charleS QuallS! Charles has completed fifteen years of faithful service at Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church, earning his second sabbatical study leave. The wonderful coincidence is that this sabbatical leave corresponds with Elizabeth having been honored with a “Retaining the Best” grant after ten years as Head Librarian at Whitfield Academy. These two milestones of service will allow both of them to travel with Nurturing Faith (Baptists Today) and Campbell University Divinity School to Greece and Turkey. The travel group will trace the journeys of Paul and John. This is a great opportunity for learning and renewal. The Qualls will leave on Sunday, May 15 and return to us Sunday, May 29. Join us in celebrating this great opportunity for these good friends.

Wednesday, May 11Spaghetti & meat sauce, fried eggplant,

salad, garlic bread & cheesecake

Wednesday, May 18Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes,

green beans, salad, rolls & apple cobbler

MENUS

A M O N G O U R M E M B E R S

Sunny Smithin the death of her mother,

Helen Harris,on March 31, 2016.

Barbara Brownin the death of her father,

Dennis E. Brown,on April 28, 2016.

Shirley Woodin the death of her husband,

Randall G. Wood,on April 25, 2016.

Melody, Steve, Ashley and Christopher Mulaik

in the death of her father, Randall G. Wood,on April 25, 2016.

SYMPATHY

Giving – pledged or not – is welcome and encouraged any time.

Weekly Goal $37,216 Weekly Receipts $40,060

Contributions Report Giving as of April 24, 2016

Year-To-Date Goal $644,845 Year-To-Date Receipts $590,783

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Randall G. WoodApril 25, 2016

Dennis E. BrownApril 28, 2016

IN LOVING MEMORY