11/13/22 Bulletin & Order of Service

8 & 11 am Order of Service
Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost
Traditional Worship-8 & 11 AM
November 13, 2022
*Please stand as you are able. Congregational responses are in bold.
PRELUDE
"Medley: God Will Take Care of You/God Is So Good" arr. John Innes
Rick Nay, Organ
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Click here to check-in)
(8:00) Rev. Bob Martin
(11:00) Derek Weston
(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT
"Praise Ye the Lord" by Robert Wolf
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The Lord is continually creating something new.
People: We are part of that creation, renewed, redeemed, beloved.
Leader: Through all this change, God is with us.
People: Though we struggle and doubt, God is faithful.
Leader: Praise be to God who continually blesses us.
People: Let our hearts, our voices, and our spirits sing God's praises.
*HYMN OF PRAISE
"Ask Ye What Great Thing I Know" Number 163
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
*CONGREGATIONAL SONG
“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” Number 557
*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
"Salute to the Armed Forces" arr. Clydesdale
Chancel Choir
WORSHIP WITH OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS (Click here to GIVE)
"In His Loving Care" by Donald Lee Moore
Rick Nay, Organ
*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
“Pass It On” Number 572
SERMON
“Go Home and Love Your Family” ...Rev. Margaret Rountree
Text: 1 John 2:7-14 (ESV)
*HYMN OF DEDICATION
“Freely, Freely” Number 389
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
“O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” arr. Tom Birchwood
Rick Nay, Organist
Thank you for joining us this morning!
9:30 am Order of Service
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM
November 13, 2022
Welcome, Announcements, & Prayer... Rev. Bob Martin
Passing the Peace
Sacrament of Holy Baptism
Addison Beth Easterwood
Parents: Matt & Joy Easterwood
Praise & Worship
“Evidence”
“Jesus I Come”
“All the Poor and Powerless”
Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings (Click here to GIVE)
“Here With You”
Sermon
“Go Home and Love Your Family” ...Rev. Margaret Rountree
Text: 1 John 2:7-14 (ESV)
Worship Song
“Nothing Else”
Benediction
Thank you for joining us this morning!
Pastor's Note
A NOTE FROM PASTOR MARGE
When asked how to promote world peace, Mother Teresa responded, “Go home and love your family.” It sounds so simple and easy, doesn’t it? With the holidays just around the corner, the season of family get-togethers and gatherings is indeed upon us and for some of us, it’s a season of difficulty. Our very own families can be some of the toughest people to love sometimes. I think that’s why Mother Teresa said, “Go home and love your family,” when asked how to promote world peace. Just think about it. If we truly loved our family members, the world really would be a lot more of a peaceful place. It turns out that the New Testament writer, John, had a thing or two to say about loving our family members too. Specifically, in the second chapter of 1 John, John talks a lot about loving our Christian brothers and sisters that are not so easy to love. We’ve heard this time and time again: love one another as Christ has loved us. But what exactly does this mean? What is love and how can we love one another like Christ loves us? Even more so, how can we love others that are hard to love? The apostle John addresses these questions in our Scripture passage today. My prayer in the coming weeks ahead, during the Thanksgiving, Advent and Christmas seasons, is that we can go home and not only love our immediate family members, but by the strength and power of the One who went before us, we can also love our brothers and sisters in Christ.
— Pastor Marge
Bulletin/Announcements
Wednesday Night Dinner Menu
$5 kids, $8 adults, $30 family of 5
To-Go available by reservation
Fried or Baked Chicken, Mac n' Cheese, Collard Greens, Cornbread, Pineapple Pie
Kids: Hotdog & 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 Sunday. We hope to see you again next week!
November 6: In Person 340 // Online 251
Year to Date Financials as of September 30
YTD Revenue $1,898,510
YTD Expenses $2,193,305

Street Ministry Angel Tree Partnering with the Salvation Army, Street Ministry is sponsoring a Christmas Angel Tree. On November 13th and November 20st, an Angel can be obtained from the Angel Tree in the Fellowship Hall from 9 AM till 11 AM. Each Child will be identified by age and sex including their gift request for an article of clothing and a toy. All unwrapped Angel gifts must be returned to a Street Ministry representative in the Fellowship Hall no later than Sunday, November 27th.

Thanksgiving Dinner at St. Pete First Todd Seales and family are cooking up another great Thanksgiving Day meal at St. Pete First at 1pm. Call the church office 727-894-4661 or RSVP on our website by no later than noon the Monday before Thanksgiving to reserve your spot. Invite friends and family - groups of 5+ can reserve a table! Reservations are limited, please RSVP ASAP! Donations accepted and appreciated.

Help us decorate for Christmas! Altar Guild will be decorating for the Advent Season immediately following the 11:00 service on Sunday, November 20. If you would like to help please contact Sherry Smith @ 727-519-4906.
Altar Guild is also looking for new members. If you would like more information on what we do and what your commitment would be, please contact Sherry Smith at the above number.

Salvation Army Bell Ringers
Each year our church provides 60 volunteers to watch the Salvation Army kettles during the Christmas season. This is a delightful experience. Some parents include one or more of their children as a fun but also teaching time. Our times to serve are Nov. 26 and Dec. 2,3,8,16, and 17. Please contact Gordon Norton at 727-381-3021 or gordon_norton@hotmail.com to schedule your two hour commitment time.


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 YOUNGISH ADULTS Room 101
11:00 am BECOMERS Zoom & Room 103
11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS Library-Room 212
11:00 am PROMISED LAND Zoom & Room 301
11:00 am SOJOURNERS Room 208
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 PM DINNER Fellowship Hall
6:30 PM BAND OF BROTHERS Chapel
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
