WORSHIP . GROW . SERVE
Sabbath July 4th, 2026
Sunset Today 8:30 PM • Sunset Next Sabbath 8:27 PM EDT
Order of Worship
Sabbath School
Begins at 9:45AM
Theme: “Gifted for Ministry”
| Opening Prayer | Elder Lindon Assaye |
| Song Service | Elder. Lindon Assaye |
| Hymn of Praise | #367 “Rescue the Perishing” |
| Welcome | Sis. Jacqueline Charles |
| Scripture Reading | Ephesians 4: 11-16, Sis. Latoya Warburtton |
| Special Feature | Ellen G. White – “Call to Ministry” Audio/Visual |
| Lesson Review | “Paul’s Ministry in Corinth,” Class Teachers |
| Closing Song | “If I Can Help Somebody,” Audio/Visual |
Divine Worship
Begins at 11AM
| Invocation | Elder Tricia |
| Call to Worship | Psalm 145:1–3, Elder Tricia |
| Hymn of the Morning | #229 — All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name |
| Praise and Worship | |
| Intercessory Prayer | Sis. Jacqueline Charles |
| Offertory | Sis. Marcia Shields |
| Special Music | |
| Welcome/Greeting of Visitors* | Pastor Dr. C. Shaun Arthur |
| Announcements | Audio/Visual |
| Children’s Story | Sis. Ventryce Thomas |
| Scripture Reading | Ezekiel 36:26–27 Ashwone & Micah Dixon |
| Meditation Song | |
| Sermon | Pastor Dr. C. Shaun Arthur “How to Survive in the Empire” |
| Closing Song | |
| Benediction | Elder Tricia |
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, Sis. LaCroix, or the GNYC conference.
Announcements
Stay Connected
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schedule updates, and more—right to your phone.
Adventist Youth (AY)
July 4th at 3PM
Join us this afternoon for a special AY Program discussing human rights.
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.
