FOREST LAKE CHURCH

SABBATH

june 29, 2024

ORDER OF SERVICE



PRELUDE

Will Benton, Organ

Rise Up, O Church of God – Edward Good


WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pastor Julie MacLafferty


VIDEO

Hope Clinic Testimony


SONGS OF PRAISE

Welcome Home Band

Come Now Is The Time To Worship

This is Amazing Grace


CHILDREN’S STORY

Linka Dyer-Farrell


BAPTISM (11:30)

David Otilien


CALL TO GIVING 

Offering: Local Church Budget


OFFERTORY

Welcome Home Band

Holy Forever – Bethel Music


PRAYER

Artis and Edna Sidney


SONG OF PRAISE

Welcome Home Band

Goodness Of God – Bethel Music


SERMON

Pastor Matt Smith

The Better Life


BENEDICTION & SENDING

Pastor Matt Smith


POSTLUDE

Will Benton, Organ

Toccata Pontificale – Gordon Young



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OUR PASTORAL TEAM

Matt Smith – Lead Pastor

Justin Alabata – Worship Pastor

Jennifer Bergherm – Children & Family Ministries Pastor

Alex Candelaria – Middle School Pastor

Candy DeVore – Counseling Pastor

Julie MacLafferty – Connections Pastor

Juan Martinez – Collegiate/Young Adult Pastor

Jeremy Morada – Music Pastor

Mark Reams – Youth Pastor

Steve Sherman – Visitation Pastor




If you would like to be involved in our worship services, please contact Jeremy Morada.

announcements

CHURCH OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED JULY 4 IN OBSERVATION OF INDEPENDENCE DAY.



DUE TO THE HOLIDAY, HOUSE OF PRAYER WILL BE CANCELLED JULY 3, 2024.



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MEMBERSHIP TRANSFERS

 

PROFESSION OF FAITH:

Kevin & Theresa Acosta and son, Christian Acosta

Ryan & Lissany Kelly


INCOMING:

1st Reading:

Jaimee Preston from Collegedale SDA – TN

Ariel Reynosa & Jany Hernandez from Sheeler Oaks Spanish SDA – Apopka, FL


2nd  Reading:

Kittie Caracciolo; German & Miriam Moreno from Apopka SDA – FL                                         

Stew & Sally Hunter from Duluth SDA – MN

Olivia Diebate from Solid Rock Church of Orlando - FL

Idalisse (Ida) Rivera and son, Adam Szerbak Kress Memorial SDA – Winter Park, FL


OUTGOING:

2nd Reading:

Neil Santos to WholeLife Seventh-day Adventist Church – Orlando, FL



DANIEL & REVELATION STUDY

Dive deeper into next quarter's Sabbath School study of The Great Controversy by joining a class on Daniel & Revelation. 

Tuesdays at 7 pm — meets weekly in Room 5.

Presenter: Jorge Pinto

Note: The class will not be meeting on June 25 or July 2. 



SANCTUARY FLOWERS

The sanctuary flowers today are given by Mark and Becky Becker in celebration of their wedding anniversary. 


Help make our church beautiful by sponsoring a flower arrangement in honor of a special event in your life!  

Contact Mark Becker at markbecker725@gmail.com.  Please include the following information: name, phone number, email address, date you would like to sponsor, occasion/message. 



OFFERING

June 29: Local Church Budget

July 06: Local Church Budget

July 13: GC Session Offering: Digital Strategy for Mission

July 20: Local Church Budget

UPCOMING EVENTS


florida conference  &  Community events

FLEC IS HIRING!
Open Positions at Forest Lake Education Center:

- Preschool Teacher

- Substitute Teacher

- Teacher Assistant



VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Camp Kulaqua is looking for dedicated volunteers to answer the Lords call.  Mentor, serve, fulfill the mission, and change lives. Contact us at 386-454-1351 or volunteer@campkulaqua.com.



INNOVUS INNOVATION CENTER SUMMER CAMPS

Explore the World of Creativity and Discovery!

Are you ready to explore new skills? Look no further! Innovus Innovation Center, brought to you by the Florida Conference of SDA, invites young minds to join our Innovation Summer Camps, where curiosity meets hands-on learning.

Weekly from June 3rd to July 26th, we’re offering an exciting array of programs for students in grades K through 12. Camps are being held at the Innovus Innovation Center, 1201 W. SR 436, Altamonte Springs from 9 am to 4 pm (before and after care available).

🚀 STEM+C Exploration: Dive into the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and coding. Code programs, design games, build robots, unravel mysteries, and ignite your passion for innovation!

🎨 Artistic Expressions: Unleash your creativity! Our art courses cover everything from painting and muraling to digital design. Discover your inner Picasso or Da Vinci!

🍳 Culinary Adventures: Calling all aspiring chefs! Learn culinary techniques, whip up delectable dishes, and explore the science behind flavors. Bon appétit!

Why Choose Innovus?

  • Expert instructors passionate about nurturing young talent.
  • State-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge equipment.
  • Small class sizes for personalized attention.
  • A safe and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and growth.

Enroll Today! Visit www.innovusinnovation.com to secure your spot. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this extraordinary summer experience!



FOREST LAKE ACADEMY IS HIRING!

Come join the team! Job Openings: 
- English Teachers: Grades 10 and 11
- Vice Principal
- Senior Accountant
- Substitute Teachers

Prayer

PRAYER REQUESTS

The Staff at Forest Lake Church is always praying for you, but if there are specific prayer requests you would like mentioned during our worship services, please contact the church office at (407) 869-0680.


Need Prayer??

Interactive Prayer Room: Located right of sanctuary on exit

Daily Prayer Line: 425.436.6321 at 7:15 am/pm Access Code: 763000#

Prayer Requests: Fill out card in pew or email prayer@forestlakechurch.org


HOUSE OF PRAYER

Join us Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm — in the church sanctuary — to pray for our church and community as we study "A Praying Life."


SABBATH INTERCESSORY PRAYER

Join us every Saturday morning in Room 6 from 8–8:25 to pray for our church, ministries, and the people God is sending us! 


PRAYERS FOR STUDENTS

Do you have a passion for the spiritual lives of our students? High school can be a time of tremendous growth, but also anxiety. Every Wednesday, we write personalized notes (and add a cookie!)  to the high school students in our church to let them know they are loved, valued, and prayed for. Join us at 8:15 in the Connection Center off the main lobby to help. If you have a student who does not attend FLA that you would like us to send a note to, please contact Christina Algeo at calgeo79@gmail.com


PRAYER ROOM

Sabbaths, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, East Lobby

Groups & Classes

Small groups and Sabbath School classes are the heart of the church. Connect your heart with a group and strengthen your walk with Jesus.

  • New groups starting!  For a list of our current groups, Click here for more information.  If you have questions, please contact Candy DeVore at cdevore@forestlakechurch.org.

    Are you interested in leading out in this ministry? Contact Candy DeVore at 407-717-9335 for more information.


    ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

    1st Monday of the Month

    7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

    Forest Lake Church, Room 4


    AEGIS: 

    A space for families with LGBTQIA loved ones

    Call or text Candy DeVore at 407.717.9335, or email at cdevore@forestlakechurch.org.


    GRIEFSHARE

    Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    Classroom 25

    Facilitator: Satavia Thorb, satavia.hamilton@gmail.com

    To register: www.griefshare.org


    FOR SINGLE PARENTS

    There aren’t many people who truly understand the unique challenges single parents face. You deeply desire to do what’s best for your kids, but sometimes it’s all you can do to survive from one day to the next. Single & Parenting is a special group that will bring hope to your life. We’d love for you to join us.

    Meets once a month on the 4th Sabbath 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

    Location: Pastor Matt Smith's office   |   Facilitator: Jeanie Fundora


    Flex and Stretch

    Come join us to develop physical and spiritual strengths as we flow through the class with intentional focus on scripture and God’s grace, the leading of the Holy Spirit and the Wholeness of God. The exercise and stretching level is beginner to intermediate and participants should be able to go from a seating to a standing position. Please bring a yoga mat and a bottle of water for hydration.

    Date & Time: Mondays 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Lower Youth Center. 

    Leader is Maria Touchard. For more information contact Maria at mariantouchard@gmail.com.

  • House of Prayer

    Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. in Main Sanctuary

    Contact Pr. Julie at jmaclafferty@forestlakechurch.org for more info. 


    Young Adults (18-24):  Kaylyn Halley & Pr. Julie MacLafferty

    Mondays  7:00 p.m.  in Room 24 at the Forest Lake Church

    Contact Kaylyn at khalley1304@gmail.com for more info. 


    Women's Small Group :  Kirshline Fleuristal

    Friday night 6:30 p.m. monthly

    Contact Kirshline at kirshifleur@yahoo.com for more info. 


    Friendship Café: Pr. Steve Sherman

    Tuesdays 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Forest Lake Church Main Lobby

    Contact Pr. Steve at ssherman@forestlakechurch.org for more info. 


    Oasis Bible Study: Pr. Steve Sherman

    Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in Room 5 at the Forest Lake Church

    Contact Pr. Steve at ssherman@forestlakechurch.org for more info. 


    Peace n' Pizza: Carlos & Melissa Martin

    Tuesdays 6:15 p.m. at Martin home

    Contact Melissa at teechingkidz@hotmail.com for more info. 


    Prayers for FLA: Christina Algeo

    Wednesdays 8:00-9:00 a.m. during Parents in Prayer call

    Starting August 2023

    Contact Christina (407) 501-9752 for more info.

  • 10:00 a.m.

    *Friendship Circle: (10:15–11:15) Room 2

    Pinto/Sheppard: Room 3

    Burns/Lind/Vasquez: Room 4

    Bridge Builders: Room 5

    Sharing the Word: Room 6

    *Gordon/Jones: Room 11

    Walking in the Word: Pastor Steve Sherman’s office

    Russian-Speaking: (Elda's Place - Quilting Room)

    McCoy/Shed: Room 14

    Fervent: Room 15

    *Gen neXt: Room 16

    Grace and Truth: Room 25

    Friends Talking Faith: Room 26

    Life & Teachings of Jesus: Room 27

    Seekers: Room 28

    Community (Parents' class): Children's Ministry Center

    Brazilian-Speaking: Left side of the balcony

    Spanish-Speaking: right side of the balcony

    Ukrainian-Speaking: Chapel on Forest Lake Academy's campus (Contact: Julia Kostyukjuliat.88@gmail.com)



    *Also available virtually

  • Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

    Join for worship and fellowship in making quilts for those in times of crisis. 

    For more information or to request a quilt, please contact

    Ruth Smith: (407) 538-1862

    Carmen Cooper 407.252.4527

Ongoing Ministries

CONNECT TO SERVE

If you missed our ministry fair or wanted to follow up, it's not too late! Click here for more information on our ministries and how you can get involved!


HEALTH MINISTRY

Our Health Ministry team highly recommends the PlantWise Film, a new documentary now streaming FREE at plantwisefilm.com.


VISITATION MINISTRY

If you, or someone you know, needs a visit (home visit, care card, or phone call) contact us at visitme@forestlakechurch.org



PRISON MINISTRY

BIBLES for Local Inmates — We are collecting Bibles to share with inmates at the Orange County jail. If you have any lightly used or new Bibles please place them in the Container provided in the church lobby Connections Room. Preferred Bibles would have soft covers, newer versions such as NIV or NKJV, and larger size print. Thank you for your faithful support of the Prison Ministries activities.

stewardship report

MAY 2024