Worship, February 10, 2024
ORDER OF SERVICE
WORSHIP IN PRAYER & SONG
Welcome & Prayer // Sandra
Songs // Worship Team
We Praise You
Graves into Gardens
Goodness of God
WORSHIP IN LIFE TOGETHER
Hollywood Life // Merlinda
Offering Call // Eugene
WORSHIP IN THE WORD & SERVICE
Sermon // Pastor Branden
Unfinished Journey
John 11 & 12
WORSHIP IN RESPONSE
Closing Song // Worship Team
O Praise The Name
Benediction // RJ
Postlude // Worship Team
UPCOMING EVENTS
CURRENT WORSHIP SERIES // THE WAYFARER’S EPIPHANY
In life’s journey, we traverse many lands, often searching for deeper insights, profound truths, and meaningful relationships, while often being left disappointed. Over the next two months, we embark on a guided exploration of the stories of Jesus, observing His unwavering character as He forms relationships with diverse people. Through this adventure, we too will walk that path of revelation and discovery, opening ourselves to the possibility of epiphanies of our own. Join us as we navigate through the landscape of both the gospel of John and our own spiritual lives on this shared expedition
POTLUCK! // EVERY 1st SABBATH.
Join us every First Sabbath for lunch at the Café right after service until 2pm. Menu will be prepared by our Foodies Ministry Team to maintain food safety protocols. Sign up to volunteer for food service or contact reypraise@gmail.com. Monetary donations, pre-packaged snacks, desserts, and drinks are all welcomed.
HOLLYWOOD & BURBANK CHURCH RETREAT - “BE STILL” // MARCH 8-10
As partnered church communities, the Hollywood and Burbank Adventist churches will retreat up into nature for a weekend of much-needed time with God and each other in reflection of our journeys of faith. There will be times for worshiping, singing, and resting. There will also be outdoor activities like exploring, hiking, and games, while at night we will connect over group activities and nighttime fireside chats.
$160 per person (2 nights, 5 meals). $50 for Saturday only (3 meals).
Reserve your space now: Retreat.HollywoodAdventist.org
Deadline to register: Saturday, February 17
BAPTISM CLASSES
Classes will be starting shortly! If you're interested in joining and making this decision for Jesus, or if you would like to have official membership in the Hollywood Adventist Church, start the process by filling out the form at the top of the online bulletin this Sabbath. Let's start this journey together!
MEMBERSHIP TRANSFERS OUT // NATNAEL FUFA & CYNTHIA NUNEZ
Natnael Fufa to Whittier Adventist Church in Whittier, CA, from Hollywood Adventist Church
Cynthia Nunez to Livings Stones Adventist Church in La Crescenta, CA, from Hollywood Adventist Church
First Reading 1/27, Second Reading 2/3
WINTER SHELTER // JANUARY 22 - EARLY MARCH
Volunteer to cook and/or serve meals, dine and visit with shelter guests at the Winter Shelter held at Hollywood Presbyterian Church. We are forming teams based on volunteer availability. Our Winter Shelter fund is available to fund the cost of ingredients.
Contact Kirsten Salvador, coordinator for our participation, with questions and to sign up. salvadkj@gmail.com cell 323-383-8928.
BAPTISM CLASSES
Classes will be starting shortly! If you're interested in joining and making this decision for Jesus, or if you would like to have official membership in the Hollywood Adventist Church, start the process by filling out the form at the top of the online bulletin this Sabbath. Let's start this journey together!
GET INVOLVED IN PEACE AND JUSTICE
Let's talk together, listen and consider what are the needs/challenges in our community (inside and/or outside the church walls/fences). How is God already at work on those challenges? Consider what, if any, part you want to join in with God on his (on-going) mission. Read Luke 10 to prepare for our discussion. Questions? Email Bill at neville_salvador@yahoo.com or Kirsten at salvadkj@gmail.com.
Every 1st Sabbath after lunch at 2pm
2023 CONTRIBUTION RECEIPTS // AVAILABLE NOW
Thanks to each of you for generously supporting our church and ministries in 2023! Your contribution receipts will be available January 10 and can either be sent to you by email, or mailed to you at the end of January. To receive an email copy, please send your request to bookkeeper@hollywoodadventist.org. Please confirm or update your mailing address with us if you've moved during the past year. Happy 2024 from your Treasury team!
UPPER ROOM
Everyone is welcome to join us to pray every Wednesday at 7pm PST via zoom. Zoom Info: UpperRoom.hollywoodadventist.org / Send any prayer requests to Merlinda at pray@hollywoodadventist.org.
TODAY // DEEP DIVE
Join us after the Worship Service in taking a deeper dive into God’s Word, getting prayer support, worshiping through arts and music, and building authentic relationships. For more info: connect@hollywoodadventist.org
Every 2nd and 4th Sabbaths
NURSING HOME VISITATION
Everyone is welcome to join us as we visit nursing homes for a time of worship and fellowship every 3rd Sabbath. This is a ministry of peace and love where we will talk, pray, and sing with the residents, as they and the Spirit move. If you're interested, please email Eric B. at mlt1961eb@gmail.com.
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY @ HOLLYWOOD
Our church is now home to a Little Free Library! We’re partnering with LittleFreeLibrary.org, a non-profit organization. We encourage you to get involved in serving the families in our community and neighbors through book donations. Corner of Canyon Drive & Van Ness.
STAY CONNECTED
Please email your contact info to connect@hollywoodsda.org and let us know if you’re interested in learning more about our church or joining a group. We’d love to hear from you!
A NOTE FROM YOUR CHURCH CLERK
Church members can now update your own membership contact profiles. An email was sent to your email on file to do this via an app called myEADVENTIST. Let Kirsten, our church clerk, know if you didn’t get it or reach out with any questions.
Kirsten Salvador | 323-383-8928 | salvadkj@gmail.com
GLENDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY & ELEMENTARY
Support our local Adventist school by participating in some upcoming events! Questions? Ask Pr. Branden, Bill & Kirsten Salvador, GAA Board representatives.
Support the Bible Project @ GAA, donating to provide an Andrews Study Bible for every Academy student. Give online at PayPal or mail a check to: Glendale Adventist Academy 700 Kimlin Drive, Glendale, CA 91206. Each Bible costs $45; donations of any amount are appreciated.
Questions? Ask Pr. Branden, Bill & Kirsten Salvador, GAA Board representatives | Elementary & Jr High Calendar + Academy Calendar
Volleyball & Flag Football games (see the Academy Calendar)
PEACE + JUSTICE AT HOLLYWOOD
We are an Adventist Peace Fellowship Church
Resources from April's Peace Summit
Adventist Peace Fellowship Commitments
Peacemaking & Reconciliation
Care for Creation
Sabbath Economics
Health and Human Rights
Freedom of Conscience
Racial & Gender Justice
COMPASSION CONNECTION // DONATIONS NEEDED. Do you have clothes you don’t need anymore? We maintain a donation-based clothing boutique to provide our shower guests with clean clothing and the dignity of a shopping experience. All while eliminating the barriers presented by a traditional monetary exchange transaction. We are in constant need of new and gently used t-shirts, pants, socks, and new underwear for all genders.
For donations, please contact Andrew in the church office by phone: (323) 462-0010 or email: andrew@hollywoodsda.org.
COMPASSION CONNECTION // VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. Volunteer slots are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am – 3:00pm. Visit compassionconnections.org/volunteer to sign up. Thank you for supporting our church’s ministry!
INCLUSIVE RESOURCES // SDA Kinship is an organization providing support and community for LGBTQ+ Adventists, their families, and allies. www.sdakinship.org
Subscribe to the Kinship newsletter to learn about groups and other events you may want to participate in! Subscribe to Our Newsletters (www.sdakinship.org)
Kirsten Salvador, long-time ally, happy to answer any questions! 323-383-8928 | salvadkj@gmail.com
CAN’T HEAR EASILY? // If you need access to amplified audio to hear the in-person worship program clearer, ask a Connect Team member/usher so they can loan you one of the three audio assist devices we have available. You can use your own 3.5mm plug earbuds or borrow a headset
WEEKLY GROUPS
THREE SABBATH SCHOOLS AT 10AM
FAMILY MINISTRY
Children’s Class – led by Patty in the kids' classroom
Parents’ Class – led by Mae in the room next to the kids
For more info: Patty - pattykelley2014@gmail.com | Mae- maekchinn@icloud.com
FAITHBUILDERS
Join us for an open conversation focused on the intersection of God + Faith + Life.
Led by Eugene and Kirsten | Meets in-person and on Zoom
Zoom details will be provided to interested participants. For more info: salvadkj@gmail.com
ADULT QUARTERLY
Led by Bill. Meets in-person and on Zoom
In-person meets in the Community Chapel
To join by Zoom: email neville_salvador@yahoo.com to get on the weekly reminder email list (which includes study guides/resources and Zoom link)
NEED PRAYER? // UPPER ROOM PRAYER MEETING
Wednesdays, 7:00pm - 8:00pm PST
Zoom Info: UpperRoom.hollywoodadventist.org.
Send any prayer requests to Merlinda at pray@hollywoodsda.org
MEN’S GROUP
Every other Friday, 8:00pm – 9:00pm PST on Zoom
For more info: Alburn - richardab@gmail.com, alburn#2820 (Discord)
THE WELL (WOMEN’S MINISTRY)
Every other Fridays, 7:00pm – 8:45pm PST on Zoom
Live out our IDENTITY in Christ, grow in COMMUNITY, and be intentional about spiritual MATURITY together.
For more info: Merlinda at TheWell@hollywoodsda.org.
INTERESTED IN STARTING A SMALL GROUP AT YOUR HOME?
Contact Kelsy - kelsyjoy@gmail.com to learn more.