11/13/22 Bulletin & 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!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

November 13, 2022

Welcome, Announcements, & Prayer... Rev. Bob Martin

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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!

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

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 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 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