1/8/23 Bulletin & Order of Service

Baptism of the Lord

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

January 8, 2023

*Please stand as you are able. Congregational responses are in bold.

PRELUDE

(8:00) "The Old Rugged Cross" arr. Jerry Ray

Gwenn Weston, Pianist

(11:00) "Fidelis" by Percy Whitlock

Robert Todd, Organist

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Click here to check-in)

Rev. Margaret Rountree

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: We gather today to worship the Living Lord.

People: We have come seeking God’s blessings and love.

Pastor: They shall be given to you by our Heavenly Father.

People: We have come seeking forgiveness and healing.

Pastor: These will be offered to you. Open your hearts to receive God’s Good News.

People: We open our hearts to all of God’s words and ways for us.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" Number 139

*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

"Lord, I Stretch My Hands To You" by Jay Althouse

Chancel Choir

WORSHIP WITH OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS (Click here to GIVE)

(8:00) "Amazing Grace" arr. Jay Althouse

Gwenn Weston, Piano

(11:00) "Prelude Modal " by Jean Langlais

Robert Todd, Organist

*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

“I Surrender All” Number 354

SERMON

“Rule #1 - Keep Life Simple” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Galations 1:10 NIV

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"His Name is Wonderful" Number 174

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

(8:00) "Come, Thou Almighty King" arr. Stan Pethel

Gwenn Weston, Pianist

(11:00) "Choral Song" by S. S. Wesley

Robert Todd, Organist

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

January 8, 2023

Welcome, Announcements, & Prayer (Click here to check-in)

Rev. Margaret Rountree

Passing the Peace

Praise & Worship

Shaila Thomas, Guest Worship Leader

"Sing, Sing, Sing"

"Your Great Name"

"Jesus at the Center "

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings (Click here to GIVE)

“With You”

SERMON

“Rule #1 - Keep Life Simple” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Galations 1:10 NIV

Worship Song

“Firm Foundation”

Benediction

Thank you for joining us this morning!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB

Happy New Year!

With a new year comes so many opportunities. For many, seeing a new year begin can be freeing. For some, it can feel stressful. Did you know the Lord wants your new year to be the best yet? The prophet Jeremiah reminds us, “God’s plans are to prosper and not to harm us; to give us hope and a future.” Now that’s Good News!

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner Menu for January 11th

$5 kids, $8 adults, $30 family of 5

To-Go available by reservation

Spanish Bean Soup, Cornbread, Salad, Espresso Brownie Kids: Mini Corndogs & 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 1: In Person 207 // Online 317

Year to Date Financials as of November 30, 2022

YTD Income $2,288,548

YTD Expenses $2,654,676

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.

Undecorating the Sanctuary: Altar Guild will be taking down the decorations in the Sanctuary today, Sunday, January 8, after the 11:00 service. We will provide lunch for all helpers, and we are usually done within 2 1/2 hours with enough help. Thank you.

Looking for a VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY in 2023?

Family Promise of Pinellas offers Prevention, Emergency Shelter, and Stabilization programming for needy families in OUR County. Learn more about how St. Pete First volunteers can partner with this very successful local and national program. If you volunteered in the past, come learn about how they adapted and changed over the past 2 years. See you Wednesday Jan 11, 2023 at 6:30 in Room 208. Any questions email Denece denece_stratton@hotmail.com or Caroline carolinefeaster@gmail.com

Lawn Equipment Giveaway: Almost a year ago, our board of Trustees decided to hire a lawn care maintenance provider and give the small team of amazing volunteers a break from their every-other Saturday morning commitment. As a result, we are no longer using any of the yard equipment that has been collected over the last 10 years. The decision was made to give this equipment away to good homes. There are a couple of good blowers, working mowers, and a couple of weed whackers, all gas-powered, all as-is. If you or someone you know needs a powered yard tool, please provide your contact information to Craig Wills: cwills@fumcsp.org

Wednesday Night Live Begins on January 11 —this Wednesday!

Wednesday Night Live will resume on January 11th with dinner, children's programming, and adult groups and classes. Be sure and sign up for the class you plan to attend below so we can plan appropriately.

Upcoming Wednesday Night Classes:

Begins January 11th! Pastor Bob will lead this class on an in-depth look into one of Jesus’ best loved parables—the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). In the study we will dive into uncovering some of the least known secrets of the parable’s purpose and expose the depth of God’s love and how His grace extends into some unexpected places. Using the book The Prodigal God (written by best-selling author Timothy Keller) as a resource, Pastor Bob will help illuminate the treasures found in this critical story told by Jesus. Click here to sign up.

Begins January 11th! Pat Mason will be leading a Bible study on the Gospel in Exodus- a picture of the New Testament in the book of Exodus. Click here to sign up.

Begins January 11th! As a woman of today, have you ever thought about what God is calling you to do? Better yet, are you stopping long enough to hear God speak? This study on the story of Ruth is one of calling and yet an uncertain future. It helps take a story of history and bring it to life in today’s context for the busy woman who juggles so many balls each day. Click here to sign up.

Begins January 18th! ...You pray for your own needs and for the needs of others. You pray in the face of conflict, and you pray for forgiveness. You pray to pour out your heart to God and to gain a glimpse of God's heart for you. Come join Pastor Margaret on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm starting on January 18th as we study for twelve weeks the prayers of men and women in the Bible (Mary, Abraham, Moses, Daniel and more!). We will gain new insights into why, what and how to pray. This study will help you to experience more fully the adventure that prayer can be. Click here to sign up.

Interested in Joining St. Pete First? Our next New Member Class is on Sunday February 19th, from 10:45 am to 1 pm. Click here to register.

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

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 (Begins 1/18)

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

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

10:20 am CHANCEL CHOIR Room 312 (9:30 AM on Nov. 13)

12:10 pm HANDBELLS Room 310

WEDNESDAYS

6:00 pm IGNITE BAND PRACTICE Sanctuary

7:00 pm IGNITE PRAISE TEAM PRACTICE (1st Wed) 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