Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church - Ammendale Campus
Worship Service, Sabbath, August 30, 2025
Worship Bulletin
Locations & Times
Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church—Ammendale Campus
4200 Ammendale Rd, Beltsville, MD 20705, USA
Saturday 9:00 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM
Welcome to Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church. We are so glad you’ve joined us for worship today.
We are called to empower the next generation of leaders, not waiting for experience but shaping it.
We are called to empower the next generation of leaders, not waiting for experience but shaping it.
Focus Text:
Luke alone is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is very useful to me for ministry.
~2 Timothy 4:11 (ESV)
Luke alone is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is very useful to me for ministry.
~2 Timothy 4:11 (ESV)
9:00am Service
Prelude
Toccata from Sonata in A - Pietro Paradisi
Alma Castello
Welcome & Church Life
John Pettit
Praise Time
Praise Him! Praise Him! Jesus Our Blessed Redeemer
Standing on the Promises
I’d Rather Have Jesus
There’s Something About That Name
Prayer
John Pettit
Congregational Response:
Kings and kingdoms may all pass away,
But there's something about that Name.
Children’s Story
Gloria Pum
Special Music
Be Thou My Vision
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Message
Uncommon Leadership: Building Gospel Culture
Empowering the Next Generation
Pastor Krysten Thomas
Next Steps
John Pettit
Invitation to Give
John Pettit
Offering
Offertory
How Great Thou Art
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Closing Hymn
He Lives
Benediction
John Pettit
Postlude
The Church’s One Foundation - Samuel S. Westney
Alma Castello
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12:00pm Service
Welcome
Dion Gnanakkan
Praise & Worship
Hymn Medley
Better Is One Day
I Give You My Heart
Prayer
Dion Gnanakkan
Special Music
Be Thou My Vision
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Message
Uncommon Leadership: Building Gospel Culture
Empowering the Next Generation
Pastor Krysten Thomas
Next Steps
Dion Gnanakkan
Invitation to Give
Dion Gnanakkan
Offertory
How Great Thou Art
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Closing Song
Closing Prayer
Dion Gnanakkan
Prelude
Toccata from Sonata in A - Pietro Paradisi
Alma Castello
Welcome & Church Life
John Pettit
Praise Time
Praise Him! Praise Him! Jesus Our Blessed Redeemer
Standing on the Promises
I’d Rather Have Jesus
There’s Something About That Name
Prayer
John Pettit
Congregational Response:
Kings and kingdoms may all pass away,
But there's something about that Name.
Children’s Story
Gloria Pum
Special Music
Be Thou My Vision
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Message
Uncommon Leadership: Building Gospel Culture
Empowering the Next Generation
Pastor Krysten Thomas
Next Steps
John Pettit
Invitation to Give
John Pettit
Offering
Offertory
How Great Thou Art
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Closing Hymn
He Lives
Benediction
John Pettit
Postlude
The Church’s One Foundation - Samuel S. Westney
Alma Castello
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12:00pm Service
Welcome
Dion Gnanakkan
Praise & Worship
Hymn Medley
Better Is One Day
I Give You My Heart
Prayer
Dion Gnanakkan
Special Music
Be Thou My Vision
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Message
Uncommon Leadership: Building Gospel Culture
Empowering the Next Generation
Pastor Krysten Thomas
Next Steps
Dion Gnanakkan
Invitation to Give
Dion Gnanakkan
Offertory
How Great Thou Art
JB Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Lisa Wa-Mbaleka, violin
Trudy Eide, piano
Closing Song
Closing Prayer
Dion Gnanakkan
Give Online
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we will be transitioning our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan this QR code to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
https://adventistgiving.org/
Scan this code to go to AdventistGiving.org
NEXT WEEK'S CALENDAR
Sabbath, August 30
Worship: Pastor Krysten Thomas
7:41 pm | Sunset
Sunday, August 31
4:00 pm | Annual Corn Roast | Church Lawn
Tuesday, September 2
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
8:00 pm | Young Adult Bible Studies | Zoom ID: 853 4096 5129 | Passcode: 038665
Wednesday, September 3
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 - 8:00 pm | Prayer Meeting | Zoom Meeting ID: 970360 856 | Passcode: 038665
Friday, September 5
7:31 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study | Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453 | Passcode: 272072
Sabbath, September 6
Worship: Dr. Patricia Hudson-Henry
1:30 pm | Fellowship Dinner | Friendship Hall, Women’s Ministries
4:00 pm | Children’s Choir Concert | Sanctuary
7:30 pm | Sunset
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
September
13 | Worship in the Mountains
14 | Kingdom Builders Fundraiser
20 | Worship: Pastor Edwin Vargas
27 | Worship: Pastor Sifa Potauaine
October
4 | Kingdom Builders Children’s Church
11 | Women’s Ministries Tea
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LIFE AT BELTSVILLE
Annual Corn Roast
Sunday, August 31, 4pm. Everyone is invited to the Annual Corn Roast! Come and enjoy good food, fellowship, and fun with your church family. Bring a friend and a dish to share. We look forward to seeing you there!
Children’s Choir Concert
We are excited to announce The Beltsville Children’s Choir is planning its Second Annual Children’s Choir Concert on Sabbath, September 6, at 4pm, with a reception to follow.
We would like to extend a special invitation to children, youth and young adults who may be interested in ministering on the program. So, if you sing, play an instrument or do spoken word let us know!
Worship in the Mountains
Sabbath, September 13 at Mount Aetna Retreat Center. Plan to be there by 10:30am.
Join us for a special day of worship in God’s beautiful first book—Nature—in the peaceful and scenic surroundings of Mount Aetna. Worship will take place at the outdoor amphitheater from 11am to 12pm.
The day will include:
•Group activities for all ages
•Access to the Nature Center
•An evening bonfire
This is a church-wide event and members from all campuses are encouraged to attend.
Lunch will be provided for everyone who registers in advance by Monday, September 1. Supper is available for $11 per person (children 9 and under eat free). If you do not register, please plan to bring your own food. Register today so we can plan accordingly and have meals ready for you! Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to register.
Please Note:
There will be no services at the Ammendale or Tech Road Campuses on September 13 so everyone can attend this special retreat.
Kingdom Builders Fundraiser
Kingdom Builders Children’s Church is raising money to purchase t-shirts for our kids and volunteers. You can help us achieve our goal by attending our Game Day Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14 at 1pm.
•Fun, interactive games for the whole family: Enjoy classics and some fun new ones too!
•Used Book Sale: Browse a selection of gently used books and find your next favorite read. Do you have some books you’d like to get rid of? We are collecting used reading books/novels to sell at our fundraiser. Used books can be dropped off at church in the foyer.
•Delicious Food & Bake Sale: Treat yourself to homemade goodies.
For more information on the fundraiser and also how to donate to this initiative, please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. Any contribution will make a difference.
Kingdom Builders: Building Faith, One Brick at a Time!
Get ready, Kingdom Builders! This school year focuses on building a strong foundation of faith, learning, and exploring the Bible together! Services will occur every first Sabbath of the month at the Beltsville Adventist School Gymnasium, starting October 4th. Prepare for exciting adventures while discovering God’s word and how it helps build a life rooted in His love! Amazing stories, fun activities, and learning to trust in God’s promises will be explored.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Everyone is welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856
Passcode: 038665
ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Start Sabbath with our ReFill Bible Study group every Friday evening at 8pm. We will be having a prayerful study of the Book of Revelation. Join us for reflection and prayer. All are welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453
Passcode: 272072
Praying For Your Children
We are praying for your children. Concerned about your children in these trying times? You can bring your children’s names and special requests in prayer every Wednesday morning please submit your requests by text to 240-441-8258 by Tuesday evening.
Young Adult Community
If you are in the age range of 18-29 and would like to learn more about joining the Beltsville young adult community, please text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616 or scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. We host Bible studies and social activities.
Getting Social
Follow Beltsville Church on Facebook and on Instagram. On Facebook search for Beltsville Seventh Day Adventist Church; on Instagram search for Beltsville_SDA.
Join the AV/G Team!
The Audio-Visual/Green Room Team is in need of more volunteers. Training is provided at no cost if you need. Please talk to Brother Kiiza for more information.
Changes in Online Giving
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we have transitioned our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
Treasury Ministry
Please send all reimbursement requests to ExpensePoint by 5pm on Wednesday to be included with the check run on Monday of the next week. Please contact the Church Office if you need to be added to ExpensePoint.
Prayer Ministry
Do you need or know someone in need of prayer? As a church family, we desire to be supportive of our sick and shut-in church family members. You can join the prayer warriors today in the Earliteen Room at 11:45am until 12:15pm. To be added to our list for prayer, please share your name, phone number, and email address with us. We also have note cards in the foyer that you may complete, or you can see one of our pastors or elders, or contact the church office. See the back of the bulletin for contact information. God bless you!
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Sleep and Your Child’s Behavior
Did you know the amount of sleep your child gets can directly
affect their behavior? Research shows that children who don’t get enough rest are 3–5 times more likely to struggle with attention,
mood, and behavior issues.
Here’s a quick guide to how much sleep kids typically need:
•Infants: 13–18 hours
•Toddlers (1–3 years): 12–14 hours
•Preschoolers (3–5 years): 11–13 hours
•School-aged kids (5–12 years): 10–11 hours
•Teens (12–18 years): 8.5–9.5 hours
Try this: Count backwards from your child’s wake-up time to figure out their ideal bedtime. A little consistency goes a long way—better sleep means a happier, healthier child! https://www.factswithhope.org/ (video 47).
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
Join us for Women’s Ministries Day!
We invite you to a special Women’s Ministries Day program during the second service on Sabbath, September 6. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Patricia Hudson-Henry.
Save The Date
The Women’s Ministries Tea will be October 11th from 5 to 8pm. The theme is Broken Yet Beautiful—Masterpiece in the Making. Registration information will be available next week.
CHURCH BUSINESS
Membership Transfers—First Reading
To join Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
•Joselyn Paz, from the Agape Spanish Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Wheaton Maryland.
To leave Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
•Anthea Francis, to the New Hope Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fulton, Maryland;
•Gabrielle Francis, to the New Hope Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Fulton, Maryland.
PROFILE OF GIVING
Profile of Giving - July 2025
Tithe:
Tithe | July 2025
$128,259.20
Tithe | July 2024
$101,260.18
Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$26,999.02
Year to Date Tithe:
YTD Tithe as of July 31, 2025
$772,792.35
YTD Tithe as of July 31, 2024
$754,322.50
YTD Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$18,469.85
Local Combined Budget July 2025:
July Budget
$30,916.67
July Actual
$22,342.54
July Increase/(Decrease)
$(8,574.13)
YTD Local Combined Budget:
Budget as of July 31, 2025
$216,418.69
Actual as of July 31, 2025
$185,242.62
YTD Increase/(Decrease)
$(31,176.07)
Sabbath, August 30
Worship: Pastor Krysten Thomas
7:41 pm | Sunset
Sunday, August 31
4:00 pm | Annual Corn Roast | Church Lawn
Tuesday, September 2
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
8:00 pm | Young Adult Bible Studies | Zoom ID: 853 4096 5129 | Passcode: 038665
Wednesday, September 3
9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Beltsville Adventist Community Center open
7:00 - 8:00 pm | Prayer Meeting | Zoom Meeting ID: 970360 856 | Passcode: 038665
Friday, September 5
7:31 pm | Sunset
8:00 pm | ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study | Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453 | Passcode: 272072
Sabbath, September 6
Worship: Dr. Patricia Hudson-Henry
1:30 pm | Fellowship Dinner | Friendship Hall, Women’s Ministries
4:00 pm | Children’s Choir Concert | Sanctuary
7:30 pm | Sunset
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
September
13 | Worship in the Mountains
14 | Kingdom Builders Fundraiser
20 | Worship: Pastor Edwin Vargas
27 | Worship: Pastor Sifa Potauaine
October
4 | Kingdom Builders Children’s Church
11 | Women’s Ministries Tea
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
LIFE AT BELTSVILLE
Annual Corn Roast
Sunday, August 31, 4pm. Everyone is invited to the Annual Corn Roast! Come and enjoy good food, fellowship, and fun with your church family. Bring a friend and a dish to share. We look forward to seeing you there!
Children’s Choir Concert
We are excited to announce The Beltsville Children’s Choir is planning its Second Annual Children’s Choir Concert on Sabbath, September 6, at 4pm, with a reception to follow.
We would like to extend a special invitation to children, youth and young adults who may be interested in ministering on the program. So, if you sing, play an instrument or do spoken word let us know!
Worship in the Mountains
Sabbath, September 13 at Mount Aetna Retreat Center. Plan to be there by 10:30am.
Join us for a special day of worship in God’s beautiful first book—Nature—in the peaceful and scenic surroundings of Mount Aetna. Worship will take place at the outdoor amphitheater from 11am to 12pm.
The day will include:
•Group activities for all ages
•Access to the Nature Center
•An evening bonfire
This is a church-wide event and members from all campuses are encouraged to attend.
Lunch will be provided for everyone who registers in advance by Monday, September 1. Supper is available for $11 per person (children 9 and under eat free). If you do not register, please plan to bring your own food. Register today so we can plan accordingly and have meals ready for you! Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to register.
Please Note:
There will be no services at the Ammendale or Tech Road Campuses on September 13 so everyone can attend this special retreat.
Kingdom Builders Fundraiser
Kingdom Builders Children’s Church is raising money to purchase t-shirts for our kids and volunteers. You can help us achieve our goal by attending our Game Day Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14 at 1pm.
•Fun, interactive games for the whole family: Enjoy classics and some fun new ones too!
•Used Book Sale: Browse a selection of gently used books and find your next favorite read. Do you have some books you’d like to get rid of? We are collecting used reading books/novels to sell at our fundraiser. Used books can be dropped off at church in the foyer.
•Delicious Food & Bake Sale: Treat yourself to homemade goodies.
For more information on the fundraiser and also how to donate to this initiative, please scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. Any contribution will make a difference.
Kingdom Builders: Building Faith, One Brick at a Time!
Get ready, Kingdom Builders! This school year focuses on building a strong foundation of faith, learning, and exploring the Bible together! Services will occur every first Sabbath of the month at the Beltsville Adventist School Gymnasium, starting October 4th. Prepare for exciting adventures while discovering God’s word and how it helps build a life rooted in His love! Amazing stories, fun activities, and learning to trust in God’s promises will be explored.
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting is on-line Wednesday night from 7 to 8pm for a time of prayer, praise, and Bible study. Everyone is welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 970 360 856
Passcode: 038665
ReFill Friday Night Vespers & Bible Study
Start Sabbath with our ReFill Bible Study group every Friday evening at 8pm. We will be having a prayerful study of the Book of Revelation. Join us for reflection and prayer. All are welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 836 3036 6453
Passcode: 272072
Praying For Your Children
We are praying for your children. Concerned about your children in these trying times? You can bring your children’s names and special requests in prayer every Wednesday morning please submit your requests by text to 240-441-8258 by Tuesday evening.
Young Adult Community
If you are in the age range of 18-29 and would like to learn more about joining the Beltsville young adult community, please text Pastor Krysten at 239-940-0616 or scan the QR code in the paper bulletin. We host Bible studies and social activities.
Getting Social
Follow Beltsville Church on Facebook and on Instagram. On Facebook search for Beltsville Seventh Day Adventist Church; on Instagram search for Beltsville_SDA.
Join the AV/G Team!
The Audio-Visual/Green Room Team is in need of more volunteers. Training is provided at no cost if you need. Please talk to Brother Kiiza for more information.
Changes in Online Giving
Due to the increasing fees that we will be charged to process online payments using the Beltsville Adventist Church Secure Online Giving Portal (GoBlueFire), we have transitioned our online giving site to the Adventist Giving Portal, AdventistGiving. Scan the QR code in the paper bulletin to visit the North American Division Giving Portal.
Treasury Ministry
Please send all reimbursement requests to ExpensePoint by 5pm on Wednesday to be included with the check run on Monday of the next week. Please contact the Church Office if you need to be added to ExpensePoint.
Prayer Ministry
Do you need or know someone in need of prayer? As a church family, we desire to be supportive of our sick and shut-in church family members. You can join the prayer warriors today in the Earliteen Room at 11:45am until 12:15pm. To be added to our list for prayer, please share your name, phone number, and email address with us. We also have note cards in the foyer that you may complete, or you can see one of our pastors or elders, or contact the church office. See the back of the bulletin for contact information. God bless you!
HEALTH MINISTRIES
Sleep and Your Child’s Behavior
Did you know the amount of sleep your child gets can directly
affect their behavior? Research shows that children who don’t get enough rest are 3–5 times more likely to struggle with attention,
mood, and behavior issues.
Here’s a quick guide to how much sleep kids typically need:
•Infants: 13–18 hours
•Toddlers (1–3 years): 12–14 hours
•Preschoolers (3–5 years): 11–13 hours
•School-aged kids (5–12 years): 10–11 hours
•Teens (12–18 years): 8.5–9.5 hours
Try this: Count backwards from your child’s wake-up time to figure out their ideal bedtime. A little consistency goes a long way—better sleep means a happier, healthier child! https://www.factswithhope.org/ (video 47).
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
Join us for Women’s Ministries Day!
We invite you to a special Women’s Ministries Day program during the second service on Sabbath, September 6. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Patricia Hudson-Henry.
Save The Date
The Women’s Ministries Tea will be October 11th from 5 to 8pm. The theme is Broken Yet Beautiful—Masterpiece in the Making. Registration information will be available next week.
CHURCH BUSINESS
Membership Transfers—First Reading
To join Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
•Joselyn Paz, from the Agape Spanish Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Wheaton Maryland.
To leave Beltsville Church | Ammendale Campus:
•Anthea Francis, to the New Hope Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fulton, Maryland;
•Gabrielle Francis, to the New Hope Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Fulton, Maryland.
PROFILE OF GIVING
Profile of Giving - July 2025
Tithe:
Tithe | July 2025
$128,259.20
Tithe | July 2024
$101,260.18
Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$26,999.02
Year to Date Tithe:
YTD Tithe as of July 31, 2025
$772,792.35
YTD Tithe as of July 31, 2024
$754,322.50
YTD Tithe Increase/(Decrease)
$18,469.85
Local Combined Budget July 2025:
July Budget
$30,916.67
July Actual
$22,342.54
July Increase/(Decrease)
$(8,574.13)
YTD Local Combined Budget:
Budget as of July 31, 2025
$216,418.69
Actual as of July 31, 2025
$185,242.62
YTD Increase/(Decrease)
$(31,176.07)