1/22/23 Bulletin & 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!

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!

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

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 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

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

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