Our Church The Flatbush SDA Church is one of the churches of the Northeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, a member of the worldwide body of Seventh-day Adventists numbering about 18.5 million members in 215 countries including more than 1.1 million members in North America.

Our School The Flatbush SDA School is a Pre-Kindergarten to Fifth Grade Seventh-day Adventist Christian School sponsored by Flatbush SDA Church. The school is located at 5810 Snyder Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203. Phone:(718) 922-6390.

Seventh-day Adventists In 1844, as a result of intense study of the prophetic portions of scripture by earnest Christians representing various religious groups, there arose a keen awareness, that Christ our Heavenly High Priest, upon completing His investigation of the Life records of all professed Christians, would return in person to earth with His rewards. This spon-taneous conviction of these unpopular views caused these sincere believers to be sep-arated from their churches, as they persistently held to these beliefs. However, being drawn together, this revival grew into a world movement encompassing 215 countries and approximately 750 languages.

Our Name The name “Seventh-day Adventist” chosen in 1860, includes vital beliefs for us as a Church. 'Adventist' reflects our passionate conviction in the nearness of the soon return ('advent') of Jesus (John 14:1-3). 'Seventh-day' refers to the Biblical Sabbath which from Creation has always been the 7th day of the week, or Saturday (Exodus 20:8-11).

Our Mission The mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church is to proclaim to all peoples the ever-lasting gospel in the context of the Three Angels' messages of Revelation 14:6-12, leading them to accept Jesus as their personal Savior and to unite with His church, and nurturing them in preparation for His soon return.

WE BELIEVE The Trinity: There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three coe-ternal Person. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all and ever pre-sent. Hebrews 1:13; John 15:26.

The Bible: The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the Word of God.

Creation: God is Creator of all things, and has revealed in Scripture the authentic account of His creative activity. Genesis 1:1.

The Sabbath: The seventh day, established by God at creation and honored by Jesus in His early ministry, is to be observed by His followers. Exodus 20:8-11.

The Church: The Church God’s family, called out from the world to join together for worship, fellowship, instruction in the Word, the celebration of the Lord’s Sup-per, service to all mankind, and for the worldwide proclamation of the gospel.

Death and Resurrection: The wages of sin is death. But God, who alone is im-mortal will grant eternal life to His redeemed. Until that day, death is an uncon-scious state for all people. Ecclesiastes 9:5; 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17.

Second Advent: The second coming is the blessed hope of the Church, the grand climax of the gospel. The Savior’s coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide. Matt. 24:30; John 14:1-3; Acts 1:11.

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Easton Marks, Pastor David O. Hosten, First Elder

261 East 21st Street Brooklyn, New York 11226

Tel: (718) 693-9180 Email: FlatbushSDA@hotmail.com Website: www.FlatbushSDA.org

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February 17, 2018

April 14, 2018

Welcome! Enjoy The Sabbath Day!

Bienvenue! Réjouissez-vous dans le Sabbat! (French)

Bienvenido! Disfrúta el Sabado! (Spanish)

Selamat Datang! Nikmatilah Hari Sabbath! (Indonesian)

Karibu! Sabato Njema! (Swahili/Kenyan)

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PASTOR’S OFFICE HOURS:

Mondays: 3:00 pm -7:00 pm, Wednesdays: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Appointments may be secured by contacting the Pastor or Church Secretary.

Pastor Easton G. Marks: Phone: 917.387.7285 Email: eastongmarks@gmail.com

Blessings!

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:7).

May the God of Hope and Faith continue to guide us during this

“closer to His coming” year.

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4/15 Quamie Trellis, Alexa Stanley 4/16 Olive Waithe

4/17 Nadia Williams, Dian Smith, Henry McIntosh 4/18 Josiah Hosten

Matthew 18:10 ESV “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of

my Father who is in heaven.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Ministries Announcements

World Church News

For the latest happenings in the Adventist World Church go to:

www.adventistworld.org www.afmonline.org

www.atlantic-union.org

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Want Your Loved Ones to Have A Closer Walk With God? Enroll them now in Discover or Amazing Facts Bible Schools. Enrollment cards can be found on the lobby table. Online sign up for Discover Lessons is at www.bibleschools.com/1463.

ANNOUCEMENTS

FAMILY PRAYER: After praying for families whose last names begin with W, we will pray for those beginning with B. JOURNEY THRU SCRIPTURE: Next week’s reading will cover: Psalms 50 - 56. CLERKS’ MEETING: The Pastor’s meeting with the Clerks will convene after the Worship Service. USHERS: The Pastor’s Meeting with the Ushers will begin at 3:30 PM. SABBATH SCHOOL COUNCIL: Members are reminded to meet down in the front of the sanctuary after Divine Service today. PATHFINDERS: There will be a meeting with parents of Pathfinders immediately after Divine Service on the right wing of the sanctuary. Also, there is Club tomorrow 10:00 AM -12:30 PM. MISSION & LIFE DEVELOPMENT CLASS: Our second class for the spring will con-vene today at 4:15 PM today. Join us for our study of The Commandments. BUSINESS MEETING: Members are asked to attend the Business Meeting after AY. EXERCISE CLASS: Get Fit! Join us tomorrow morning at 8. HOUSE OF PRAYER EXPERIENCE: Join us each Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:15 PM. FRIENDS DAY: Save the Date: May 19. AUDIO/VISUAL MINISTRIES: Volunteers are needed to join the team. If interested, please see Bro. Keith Brathwaite. TASC: Gain your High School Diploma. Classes are held after Sabbath at sunset and Sundays at 11 AM. Conversation classes in Spanish and English Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 PM. Please see Sis. A. Bazilio for details. MEN’S MINISTRIES: The trip to Battle Creek, MI will be Aug. 29 - Sept. 3. Join us as we tour the estates of Adventist church founders William Miller, Joseph Bates, Hiram Edson and other sites. Contact Elder Joscelyn Campbell at 917-658-5925 for details and price plans. BULLETIN: Information for the Bulletin must be sent by Tuesday night to Flatbushsda@hotmail.com.

3 Welcome to the Church at Study Second Quarter 2018 Lesson Study - Preparation For The End Time

“ S tudy to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed;

rightly dividing the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV

April 14th 2018

Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. - 10:40 A.M.

Superintendent: Sis. Jenny Goulding

THEME: THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR

Melodies of Praise…….……………..……...…….….………………….Chorister/Congregation

Sabbath Greetings ….………………………………….……………………Sis. Jenny Goulding

Hymn of Praise……………….……………….…………………………..Chorister/Congregation

#456, My Lord and I

Scripture Reading………………………………………………………………Sis. Simone Dover

Proverbs 18:24

Opening Prayer…………………………………….………………………...Sis. Annarose Daley

Mission Spotlight……………………………….…………………………………...Sis Lisa Heron

Special Music ………………………………………………………………….Bro. Gregory White

Feature Presentation…………………...Interview……….………………..Bro. Michael James

Church at Study…………………………………….……………….Discussion Leaders/Classes

Closing Remarks……………………………………………………………..Sis. Jenny Goulding

Welcome to the Church at Work 10:40 a.m.-10:50 a.m. Personal Ministries Emphasis

10:50a.m.-10:55a.m. - INTERMISSION

Sabbath Ends 4/14 7:34 p.m. Sabbath Begins Next Friday 4/20 7:40 p.m.

4 Welcome to the Church at Worship

*Introit Hymn……………..………...…………...….………………………………………………..Congregation

Jesus is the Sweetest Name I Know Call to Worship……..…...…....……….….…………………………………………….Elder Alphonso Jackson Doxology…………………………...”Praise God, From Whom All Blessings”…………………….…Congregation Invocation……………………………………………………………………………….Elder Alphonso Jackson Announcements……………………………………………………………………….Sis. Heather Field-Murrell Welcome………………………………………………………………………………………Sis. Anthea Dowers Greetings………………………………………………………..Pastor Easton Marks & Sis. Jheaneel Walters Scripture Reading…………………………..Colossians 1:15-17….……………………..Sis. Curlene Lessey Intercessory Prayer………………… ….. ”I Will Be With You”………………………….Elder Roxanne Nora Musical Selection……………………………………………………………………………Sis. Candice Garvey Children’s Story……………………………………………………………………………..Elder Marcelle Evans Family Prayer………………………………………………………………………………….Families & Leaders *Offertory……….………..................... ……….”Grateful”………….……………………Elder George Bethune

“We Give Thee But Thine Own”

Musical Selection……………………………………………………………………………Sis. Candice Garvey Praise & Worship……………………………………………………………………………………..Praise Team Sermon……………………………………………………………………………………….Pastor Easton Marks

“Designated” *Hymn of Consecration……………………………………………………………………………..Congregation

#307, I Am Coming to the Cross Benediction…………………………………………………………………………………..Sis. Cathy MacLeish Recessional………………….………......................………………………………………Platform Participants

Congregation Please Sit and Wait To Be Ushered Out

*Congregation Please Stand

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