10/8/23 Bulletin & Order of Service

Welcome to St Pete First United Methodist Church, the Heart of the City! 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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Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

October 8, 2023

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

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PRELUDE

"Festal Prelude With Chimes" by William R. Spence

Rick Nay, Organ

(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT

"Where the Spirit of the Lord Is" by Stephen Adams

Chancel Choir

*CALL TO WORSHIP Rev. Margaret Rountree

Leader: Come away from the rush and worry of the world to worship God.

People: We come seeking peace and quiet for our souls.

Leader: Rest your spirits. Quiet your hearts. God is with us.

People: Praise be to God who calls us to come away.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"Holy, Holy, Holy" Number 64

*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) CHORAL ANTHEM

"With A Voice of Singing" by Martin Shaw

Chancel Choir

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

"Under His Wings" by Ira D. Sankey

Kendra Aumack and Karen Shramo, duet

*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

“Blessed Assurance” Number 369

SERMON

"Be Decisive" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Revelation 3:14-22 (NLT)

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"Seek Ye First" Number 405

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

"March In D" by Felix Mendelssohn

Rick Nay, Organ

The colorful flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Nick & Shelia Routh’s 62nd wedding anniversary.

The pink rose is given in love and honor of Willow Charleston Wood, daughter of Warren & Kim Wood, who will be baptized today.

The white flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Margaret Wood, Willow’s grandmother in heaven.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Reminder: If you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship. COVID is spiking again in Florida and we want to keep everyone safe!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

October 8, 2023

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It's Pastor Appreciation Sunday! (Click here to write a note to our pastors)

Praise & Worship

"This Is Amazing Grace"

"Reckless Love"

Passing the Peace of Christ

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings

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"God With Us"

Sermon

"Be Decisive" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Revelation 3:14-22 (NLT)

Worship Song

“Graves Into Gardens”

Benediction

The colorful flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Nick & Shelia Routh’s 62nd wedding anniversary.

The pink rose is given in love and honor of Willow Charleston Wood, daughter of Warren & Kim Wood, who will be baptized today.

The white flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Margaret Wood, Willow’s grandmother in heaven.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Reminder: If you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship. COVID is spiking again in Florida and we want to keep everyone safe!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB

I really am not one for pomp and circumstance. In fact, having attention called to me is not something that I ask for. This is pastor appreciation Sunday and it’s a time when churches love on their pastors. That is such a special thing but there’s more. I think it is also important for every one of the church family to know how grateful your pastors are for you. It is a wonderful gesture to take a specific Sunday of the month and be recognized, but your pastors both agree that recognition isn’t on us, but on all of you. Because of God’s sweet love and grace, you are the heartbeat of His holy church. Through your prayers, financial support and many ways you serve, the ministry and life of Jesus Christ takes a bite out of an imperfect world. So, on this Sunday, your pastors want to thank you too for your love, support and on-going encouragement. We are blessed to be your pastors!

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner Menu

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

To-Go available - just walk in and ask for a to-go plate!

Adults: Chili w/Baked Potato, Cornbread, Salad, Brownie

Kids: Pizza, Carrots & Celery, Fruit Cup, Ice Cream Sandwich

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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!

October 1: In Person 454 // Online 342

August 2023 Giving

August Income $171,729

August Expenses $232,081

UWF Personal Item Drive (through 10/13):

United Women In Faith are collecting personal items for the St. Petersburg Free Clinic beginning on Sunday (9/24) thru Oct. 13th. We need small sizes of shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, socks, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. to fill our ditty bags. There will be a collection box in the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions, please contact Nancy Fallis at 727-504-5186.

Charge Conference (10/15):

Our Charge Conference will be held on Sunday, October 15, at Pasadena UMC at 2:00 pm. At the Charge Conference only members of Church Council can vote and we will only be voting on (1) the recommendation of 2024 clergy compensation to be presented by Pam Campbell, (2) election of new leaders presented by Pastor Bob on behalf of the Lay Leadership Team, and (3) removal from the church membership list of any members pursuant to the annual membership audit. There are no more agenda items.

We need YOU at our Fall Events!:

We have two fall outreach events rapidly approaching. Both are open to the community, and we need volunteers and donations for each. Our Trunk or Treat Fall Festival is Friday, October 20 from 6-8pm at the church. This year we'll also be participating in Halloween on Central, a downtown St. Pete community event, on Sunday, October 29, from 12-5pm. Click here for more info on our Fall Events.

Job Opening: Preschool Ministry Coordinator:

With the departure of Elizabeth Nagel (see above), we have an opening for a person to lead the preschool age children on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Approximately 10 hours per week plus special events. Contact Lora Ulrich at lulrich@fumcsp.org for more information.

Job Opening: Full-Time Security:

St Pete First UMC is looking for a full-time Security Staff member to provide a welcoming & safe environment at our main entrance on weekday afternoons and Sunday mornings. Must have security training and/or experience. Contact our Facilities Director, Craig Wills, at cwills@fumcsp.org or (727) 894-4661 for more information.

To see our full list of job openings, visit our Job Center: https://www.stpetefirst.org/job-center.

KIDS

SUNDAYS

8:00 AM

Infant Lounge/Cry Room Room 204 (Livestreaming available during all services)

9:30 AM

Infant Lounge/Cry Room Room 204 (Livestreaming available during all services)

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

Infant Lounge/Cry Room Room 204 (Livestreaming available during all services)

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 (Preschool & Elementary) Preschool/4th Floor

6:30-7:30 PM NURSERY (Birth - 3 years) Room 105

YOUTH

SUNDAYS

9:30 AM WORSHIP (Look for the youth up front) Sanctuary

10:45 AM CONFIRMATION WhereHouse

11:00 AM CLUB 56 (5th & 6th Grades) 4th Floor, Room 404

10:45 AM YOUTH (7th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse

6:00 PM YOUTH (7th – 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)

9-11:30 am Common Grounds (Coffee, Food & Fellowship) -Fellowship Hall

9-11:30 am (2nd Sundays) Blood Pressure Clinic -1st Floor Nurse's Area

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 103

WEDNESDAYS

5:30 pm DINNER Fellowship Hall

6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S GROUP Parlor -Room 214

6:30 pm BIBLE 101 - A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO BIBLE STUDY -Room 103

6:30 pm DISCOVER SHAPE -Chapel

6:30 pm PASTOR MARGE'S ESTHER BIBLE STUDY -Room 208

THURSDAYS

7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY -Zoom

2:00 pm United Women in Faith Abigails (4th Thursdays) -Room 103

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

8:30 am IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Room 214-Parlor & Sanctuary

10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312

12:10 pm HANDBELLS -Room 310

TUESDAYS

6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Sanctuary

WEDNESDAYS

7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312

CARE & SUPPORT

WEDNESDAYS

12:00 Noon CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP -Zoom

THURSDAYS

6:30 pm WOMEN'S JOURNEY -Chapel

7:30 pm AL-ANON Parlor -Room 214

LEADERSHIP TEAM MEETINGS

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

5:30 PM BOARD OF TRUSTEES -Admin Conference Room

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM STAFF PARISH -Closed Meeting

THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM FINANCE TEAM -Admin Conference Room

FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM CHURCH COUNCIL -Fellowship Hall & Zoom

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

12:00 PM LEARN PILLAR

SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM SERVE PILLAR

6:00 PM INVITE PILLAR

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

2:00 PM NURTURE PILLAR