FOREST LAKE CHURCH

SABBATH

March 18, 2023

ORDER OF SERVICE



PRELUDE

Will Benton, Organ

Prelude: Voluntary – Cuthbert Harris


WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pastor Julie MacLafferty


INTROIT

Sanctuary Choir

When We All Get To Heaven – arr. Russell Mauldin


CONGREGATIONAL HYMN

Rejoice, the Lord is King – Hymn #221


CHILDREN’S STORY

Linka Dyer-Farrell


BAPTISM

Isabella Devai


HYMNS OF PRAISE

Forest Praise  |  Jason Salagubang, Leader

What A Friend – Matt Maher

Rescue – Lauren Daigle


CALL TO GIVING

Clayton Alves

Offering: Local Church Budget


OFFERTORY

Forest Praise  |  Jason Salagubang, Leader

One Thing Remains – Jesus Culture


PRAYER

Lessette Hubbard


ANTHEM

Sanctuary Choir

He Watching Over Israel – Felix Mendelssohn


SERMON

Pastor Matt Smith

Blameless


SONG OF RESPONSE

Forest Praise  |  Jason Salagubang, Leader

Mercy – Amanda Cook


BENEDICTION AND SENDING

Pastor Matt Smith


POSTLUDE

Will Benton, Organ

Postlude: Fanfare – William Mathias



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OUR PASTORAL TEAM

Matt Smith – Lead Pastor

Justin Alabata – Worship Pastor

Jennifer Bergherm – Children & Family Ministries Pastor

Candy DeVore – Counseling Coordinator

Julie MacLafferty – Connections Pastor

Juan Martinez – Collegiate/Young Adult Pastor

Jeremy Morada – Music Director

Tim Nichols – Executive Pastor

Sonia Perez – 5th to 8th Grade 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

MEMBERSHIP TRANSFERS   

INCOMING    

1st  Reading:

Ken & Annette Grant from Spring Meadows SDA – FL

Daniel & Kelly Oliveira from Atholton SDA – Columbia, MD

Jordan Vargas from Melbourne SDA – FL


2nd  Reading:

Ron & Claire Bryant from Spring Meadows SDA – Sanford, FL

Keisha Burrington from Port Charlotte SDA – FL

Roy Van Brussel & Quentin Edwards, sons of our members Roy, Sr & Michelle Van Brussel, from Ebenezer SDA – Brooklyn, NY

André & Fran Reis from Spring Meadows SDA – Sanford, FL, and daughters, Chloe & Makayla, from Forest City Spanish SDA – Orlando, FL



SANCTUARY FLOWERS


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. 



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



SANCTUARY CHOIR

Rehearsals Thursdays at 7:00 pm

Please contact Jeremy Morada jmorada@forestlakechurch.org to join!  We need singers of ALL voice types! 

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

Contact Jeremy with any questions.



OFFERING

March 18: Local Church Budget

March 25: Florida Advance

April 01: Local Church Budget

April 08: Hope Channel International, Inc (GC)



HOUSING NEEDED

"For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God, who is not partial and takes no bribe. He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the sojourner, giving him food and clothing. Love the sojourner, therefore, for you were sojourners in the land of Egypt." Deut. 10:17-19

Every week finds new families coming to our community from Eastern Europe, particularly Russian and Ukrainian immigrants and refugees looking to escape the conflict and provide a better life for their children.  We have a desperate need for housing. Many families are able to rent but have a difficult time getting into local housing quickly enough due to extensive documentation requirements often beyond the limited papers the families are initially provided. 

Do you have a home, apartment, or space in your home that you would be willing to open and rent to one of these families?

If you know of anything, please contact Olga Melnik at olgamelnikb@gmail.com or Pastor Julie at jmaclafferty@forestlakechurch.org.



ROKU and APPLE TV App Users 

It has come to our attention that number of our online viewers can no longer conveniently access our Sanctuary Services through our Roku and Apple TV apps. We have been working hard on resolving this issue. In the meantime, you can access our livestream by going to the YouTube app (found in the same place where you found the Forest Lake Church) and searching for "Forest Lake SDA Church." We also stream to Facebook and our website. If you need any help, please reach out to the church office, and we will try to do our best to find a solution that works for you. Stay tuned as we hope to find a solution very soon!



IMPORTANT

Please note: there will be no regular Sanctuary, SS, or Warehouse services April 8 due to Risen Experience.

UPCOMING EVENTS

YOUTH SERVING YOUTH

In honor of Global Youth Day, the Forest Lake Church Pathfinders will be leading our church family in serving our greater community by adopting the Pine Hills Elementary School. On March, 18, our youth will be involved in various projects to show love to the students and beautify the campus.

Here’s how you can help:

  • Monetary donations
  • Donate hot beverage pods such as coffee, hot chocolate, or herbal tea and disposable cups for teachers and staff.
  • Donate or sponsor copy paper (reams)

To donate or get involved contact Pastor Sonia @ (916) 225-6081.


RECONNECT COUPLES ENRICHMENT INTENSIVE

Mark your calendar now for this dynamic event on Sabbath, March 25, 2023, in the sanctuary. Join us as Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn, best-selling authors, popular speakers and internationally renowned social researchers, present how to better your relationship and your marriage. All couples, from those newly formed to those who have time and experience in abundance, are welcome to attend. If you have questions about this intensive, contact Pastor Candy DeVore at cdevore@forestlakechurch.org. Register here.

Date: March 25, 2023

Time: 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be breaks during this time with delicious snacks available

Place: Forest Lake Church Sanctuary

Cost: $75 per couple. Child care is available free of charge.

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 findsupport@forestlakechurch.org


    DIVORCECARE

    This 13-week group is open to anyone who is separated, going through a divorce, or who has survived a divorce. 

    There is a minimal charge for this group, but financial help is available for those who need it.


    A.I.M

    Anxiety Is Manageable Support Group

    This 7-week group meets every Thursday, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning February 16 and runs through April 21, 2023. 

    Classroom 5 (note new room number)
    Facilitator: Janet Lynn King, PhD.

    For more information: findsupport@gmail.com


    GRIEFSHARE 

    This 13-week support group is open to anyone who has lost a loved one from death. 

    Meeting every Tuesday 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. beginning February 7 and runs through May 2, 2023. 

    Classroom 3 (note new room number)

    Facilitator: Janet Lynn King, PhD. 

    For more information: findsupport@gmail.comClick here to register.


    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. beginning March 25, 2023.

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


    PARENT'S GROUP

    Looking for a group for those on the journey of parenting? Facilitated by Pastor Steve.

  • Grow with Jesus in community and have a place to invite neighbors and work friends! These 10-12 week groups are either activity or study-based and meet weekly. 

    For more information or to join a group, click here /connect/life-groups.


    HIGH SCHOOL MOM'S:  Tameika Liciaga — 1st Wednesday of the month, 6:30 – 8:00 pm

    PEACE N' PIZZA: Melissa and Carlos Martin — Wednesdays 6:15 pm

    OASIS:  Pastor Steve Sherman — Wednesdays 10 am

    FRIENDSHIP CAFÉ: Pastor Steve Sherman — Tuesdays at 2:00 pm

    5th GRADE MOM'S: Shelly Gray & Leslie Hazen — 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 8:15 am

    PRAYERS FOR FLA: Christina Algeo — Wednesdays 8:00 am

    WOMEN OF GOD: Ali Mohammaed — Tuesdays 7:45 pm  bimonthly

    YOUNG ADULT VESPERS:  Abby Hubbard — Monthly

  • 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

    *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

    Lee Liwag: (407) 399-8717

    Ruth Smith: (407) 538-1862

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


HOUSE OF PRAYER

Join us Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm — in the church sanctuary or via our livestream — to pray for our church and community as we study "Worship, Family, Togetherness, Service, and Testimony."


PRAYER ROOM

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


FLC NEWSLETTER

For weekly updates on what is happening at the Forest Lake Church, sign up here for our weekly newsletter!



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.

florida conference  &  Community events

COMING TOGETHER 2023

SOUTHERN UNION WOMEN’S MINISTRIES CONVENTION

Orlando, Florida  |  August 24-27

Special Teen Track with Erica Jones

Information and Registration



GREAT CONTROVERSY TOURS 

September 8–21, 2023

Two 2023 Great Controversy Tours to Europe! Both tours are similar, and will have as guide, Dr. Gerard Damsteegt, specialist in church history and prophetic interpretation. See Daniel and Revelation come alive! Visit Rome and the Reformation sites in the Waldensian Valleys, Switzerland, Germany, and France. This will give you a new vision for how to prepare for Jesus’ coming. A most exciting experience! For more information call 269-815-8624, or email: GCTours@mac.com. 


stewardship report

FEBRUARY 2023