WORSHIP . GROW . SERVE
Sabbath July 18th, 2026
Sunset Today 8:22 PM • Sunset Next Sabbath 8:16 PM EDT
Order of Worship
Sabbath School
Begins at 9:45AM
Theme: “The Inspired Word”
| Opening Prayer | Sis. Bridget Shields |
| Song Service | Sis. Bridget Shields |
| Hymn of Praise | 286 “Wonderful Words of Life” |
| Welcome | Sis. Jacqueline Charles |
| Scripture Reading | 2 Peter 1:16-21, Sis. Vivian Morris |
| Prayer | Sis. Janice Montoute |
| Special Feature | “The Conflict of the Ages Series”, Audio/Visual |
| Lesson Review | “Unity in Christ”, Class Teachers |
Thirteenth Sabbath Program (Thank You)
Divine Worship
Begins at 11AM
| Invocation | Elder Neville Townsend |
| Call to Worship | Psalm 27:1, Elder Neville Townsend |
| Hymn of the Morning | #184 — Jesus Paid It All |
| Praise and Worship | |
| Intercessory Prayer | Sis. Wuraola Adaramola |
| Offertory | Sis. Errol-Ann LaCroix |
| Special Music | |
| Welcome/Greeting of Visitors* | Pastor Dr. C. Shaun Arthur |
| Announcements | Audio/Visual |
| Children’s Story | VBS Presentation |
| Scripture Reading | James 4:7–10, Bro. Michael LaCroix |
| Sermon | Pastor Dr. C. Shaun Arthur “Gracious Words” |
| Closing Song | #109 — Marvelous Grace |
| Benediction | Elder Neville Townsend |
Quick Info
Online Giving
Tithe and offerings can be given online by going to the official giving page at www.adventistgiving.org or visiting us at hempsteadstead.org/online-giving.
Prayer Concerns
Do you need prayer? The prayer of a Godly person is powerful. It makes things happen.
James 5:13 & 16
- Sis. Surla Berenice
- Bro. Adrian McClean
- Sis. Mavis Houslin
Atlantic Prayer Line
Conference Call 351-999-4838
Zoom Meeting ID: 954 6819 9577
Password- PrayMore
Tuesdays 8pm – 9pm
Address Change?
Submit your new address to our church clerk team, Sis. Michaelenne Hudson-Aaron or Sis. Yvette Hylan, or the GNYC conference.
Announcements
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Church Family Announcement
Greater New York Academy – Now Enrolling
Greater New York Academy is now accepting applications for students seeking a Christ-centered education grounded in godliness, excellence, and leadership.
Students benefit from:
- Advanced Placement courses, including AP Literature, AP Language, and AP Biology
- Dual credit opportunities with Andrews University and Queens College
- Award-winning teachers committed to student growth
- A 100% college acceptance rate for graduates
Additional highlights include scholarship opportunities for qualifying students, a $1,000 enrollment incentive for new students, and modern facilities designed to support academic and personal development.
Website: www.gnya.org
Women’s Ministries
Women’s Bible Class
Tuesdays from 7:30- 9:00 PM on Zoom
Your Skills Can Make a Difference!
God has gifted each of us in unique ways—through crafting, writing, marketing, or other talents. We invite you to use your gifts to bless our church, our community and its ministries. If you feel called to share your skills, please connect with Pastor Arthur to explore how you can make a lasting impact.
