1/22/23 Bulletin & Order of Service

8 & 11 am Order of Service
Third Sunday After the Epiphany
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
January 22, 2023
*Please stand as you are able. Congregational responses are in bold.
PRELUDE
"Trust And Obey" by Stewart Landon
Rick Nay, Organist
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Click here to check-in)
Rev. Margaret Rountree
(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT
"Rejoice in the Lord" by John Horman
Chancel Choir
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Pastor: The Lord is our light and our salvation!
People: Why should we be afraid?
Pastor: The Lord is the stronghold of our life!
People: What have we to fear?
Pastor: Let us shout with joy to God!
People: Let us sing and make music before our God.
*HYMN OF PRAISE
"Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" Number 89
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
*CONGREGATIONAL SONG
“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” Number 557
Blest be the tie that binds
our hearts in Christian love;
the fellowship of kindred minds
is like to that above.
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
“Apostles’ Creed” Number 881
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
PASTORAL PRAYER / LORD'S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
(11:00) ANTHEM
"All to Jesus I Surrender" by Mark Hill
Chancel Choir
WORSHIP WITH OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS (Click here to GIVE)
"They That Sow In Tears" by William J. Gaither
Karen Shramo, Soloist
*DOXOLOGY Number 95
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*HYMN OF PREPARATION
“He Touched Me” Number 367
SERMON
“Rule #3 - Do Good Every Day” Rev. Bob Martin
Text: Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)
*HYMN OF DEDICATION
"Sweet, Sweet Spirit" Number 334
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
"Postlude On Hanover" by Tom Birchwood
Rick Nay, Organist
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of
the Melrose Elementary School teachers & staff
from the St. Pete First UMC family.
Thank you for joining us this morning!
9:30 am Order of Service
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM
January 22, 2023
Welcome, Announcements, & Prayer (Click here to check-in)
Rev. Margaret Rountree
Passing the Peace
Praise & Worship
"Goodness of God"
"Crown Him"
"I Will Follow"
Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings (Click here to GIVE)
“Less Like Me”
SERMON
“Rule #3 - Do Good Every Day” Rev. Bob Martin
Text: Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)
Worship Song
“Lead Me to the Cross”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of
the Melrose Elementary School teachers & staff
from the St. Pete First UMC family.
Thank you for joining us this morning!
Pastor's Note
A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB
Have you ever begun the day with a plan? Perhaps it included going to the coffee shop for a quick fix or hitting the grocery store before the crowds assemble… my guess is you begin each day with something to do or have a thought in mind.
However our day shapes up, it most likely includes choices. Did you know God created you and me to do the right thing? It brings a huge smile on the Lord’s face when we become His arms and legs each day. The Scriptures tell us God created us to do good, and that’s the big choice or plan we should aspire to each day. Just think about that… doing good everyday will bring a smile, warm a heart, make someone’s day. I think no matter what, it’s worth it!
— Pastor Bob
Bulletin/Announcements
Wednesday Night Dinner Menu for January 11th
$5 kids, $8 adults, $30 family of 5
To-Go available by reservation
Chicken Pot Pie, Salad, Bread Pudding
Kids: Wing Dings & Tater Tots, Celery & Carrots, Fruit Cup, Ice Cream Sandwich Last Week's Attendance Numbers
Thank you for joining us for worship! These are our attendance numbers for worship from last week. We hope to see you again next week!
January 15: In Person 353 // Online 313 Year to Date Financials as of December 31, 2022
YTD Income $2,630,678
YTD Expenses $2,795,925
2023 Giving Envelopes (for those who requested them) are available outside the Library (2nd floor hallway). They are placed in alphabetical order by last name.
St. Pete First T-Shirts are Here!
If you ordered a church t-shirt and have not yet picked it up, please contact the church office at 727-894-4661 or just come by the church office to pick it up. Cash & check accepted. If you missed ordering a shirt this time, we will be ordering again soon - watch for further announcements in the coming weeks.

Parking Lot Paving:
Since the condition of our parking lot is beginning to be a safety concern, we will be repairing and repaving our parking lot over a 2-week period beginning on January 30th. Click here for more information.

Interested in Joining St. Pete First?
If you've ever considered becoming a member of St. Pete First UMC, now is the time! Our next New Member Class is on Sunday February 19th, from 10:45 am to 1 pm. Click here to register.

Ladies Valentine Luncheon:
All ladies are invited to join with United Women in Faith to celebrate Women with a Heart for God on February 14th at 11 am in the Fellowship Hall. Our guest speaker will be Sandy Sauers. Cost for lunch is $10. Please RSVP by February 8th to Cindy Ripley (727) 823-5671 or Nancy Fallis (727) 504-5186. Click here for event info.

Wednesday Night Live:
Join us each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall for dinner at 5:30, then stay for the groups and classes for children, youth, and adults. Click here for more info on our adult classes.

Make a difference in the life of a child:
Our St. Pete First School Partnership ministry supports Melrose Elementary with mentorships, tutoring, fundraisers, teacher support, prayer, and acts of loving kindness. Click here for more info and sign-up.
Welcome & Church Information
Welcome to St Pete First United Methodist Church! All are welcome. All belong. Whether a first-time guest or a lifelong member, you are a part of our family. God has called you to worship here, and for that we are glad.
Rev. Bob Martin, Senior Pastor
Rev. Margaret Rountree, Associate Pastor
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Kids & Youth
KIDS
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM
Nursery (Birth - 2 years) Room 105
2’s TODDLER Room 104
PRESCHOOL (Age 3 - K) Sunday School Preschool Hall
ELEMENTARY (1st - 5th Gr) Kids Church 4th Floor
11:00 AM
Nursery (Birth - 2 years) Room 105
2’s TODDLER Room 104
PRESCHOOL (Age 3 - K) Kids Church Preschool Hall
ELEMENTARY (1st - 5th Gr) Sunday School 4th Floor
CLUB 56 (5th & 6th Grades) Room 404
WEDNESDAYS
5:00 PM KIDS PRAISE TEAM (Age 4-5th Grade) Chapel
5:30 PM DINNER Fellowship Hall
6-7 PM WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE 4th Floor
YOUTH
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM WORSHIP (Look for the youth up front) Sanctuary
11:00 AM CLUB 56 (5th & 6th Grades) 4th Floor, Room 404
10:45 AM YOUTH (7th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse
10:45 AM Confirmation WhereHouse
6:00 PM WH PM (6th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 PM DINNER Fellowship Hall
6-7:30 PM Youth Group WhereHouse
Weekly & Monthly Events
SUNDAY WORSHIP
8:00 am Traditional Service -Sanctuary
9:30 am Contemporary Service -Sanctuary
11:00 am Traditional Service -Sanctuary
FELLOWSHIP TIME (BETWEEN SERVICES)
9:00 am Common Grounds Fellowship Hall
ADULTS
SUNDAYS
9:30 am QUEST Zoom & Room 208
10:45 am PROMISED LAND Zoom & Room 301
10:45 am YOUNGISH ADULTS Room 101
11:00 am BECOMERS Zoom & Room 103
11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS Library-Room 212
11:00 am SOJOURNERS Room 208
MONDAYS
11:30 am United Women in Faith FAST Crowd (3rd Mondays) Location varies
TUESDAYS
1:00 pm United Women in Faith Deborah Circle (2nd Tuesdays) Room 208
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 pm DINNER Fellowship Hall
6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS Parlor – Room 214
6:30 pm PASTOR BOB'S PRODIGAL SON STUDY Chapel
6:30 pm PASTOR MARGE'S PRAYER BIBLE STUDY Room 208
6:30 pm EXODUS BIBLE STUDY Room 103
6:30 pm WOMEN'S STUDY: "THE GIRL'S STILL GOT IT" Room 308
THURSDAYS
7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY Zoom
2:00 pm United Women in Faith Abigails (4th Thursdays) Room 103
MUSIC
SUNDAYS
10:20 am CHANCEL CHOIR Room 312
12:10 pm HANDBELLS Room 310
WEDNESDAYS
6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP PRACTICE Sanctuary
7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR PRACTICE Room 312
CARE & SUPPORT
WEDNESDAYS
12:00 Noon CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Zoom
THURSDAYS
6:30 pm CELEBRATE RECOVERY Chapel
7:30 pm AL-ANON Parlor – Room 214
LEADERSHIP TEAM MEETINGS
FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
5:30 PM BOARD OF TRUSTEES Room 101
SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
6:30 PM STAFF PARISH Closed Meeting
THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
6:00 PM FINANCE COMMITTEE Admin Conference Room
FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
6:30 PM CHURCH COUNCIL Fellowship Hall & Zoom
