11/2/25 Bulletin & Order of Service
- St Pete First
- Nov 1
- 7 min read
Welcome & Church Information
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.
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Rev. Bob Martin, Senior Pastor
Rev. Elyse Nielsen, Associate Pastor
Rev. Carey Taylor, Pastor of Community Life
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Pastor's Note
A NOTE FROM PASTOR ELYSE
On All Saint's Sunday we remember our loved ones who have died this year. It is also a time to mark all the significant losses in our lives. Whenever someone dies, we are reminded of our own mortality and we ask life's big questions.
What is heaven like? We rely on Scripture to try to understand this mystery. Is heaven real or ephemeral? Who will be there? If it's floating on a cloud, will I be bored? Is it praising God all the time or more like taking a long nap?
Hear more about it as we imagine together what the perfect place is like this Sunday!
In Christ,
— Pastor Elyse
8 & 11 am Order of Service
All Saints Sunday
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
November 2, 2025
*Congregational responses are in bold.
Prelude
“When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” arr. Harold DeCou
Rick Nay, organ
*Call to Worship Rev. Bob Martin
Leader: We have come to affirm our historic faith.
People: To worship the God of our mothers and fathers.
Leader: We have come to remember God’s benefits to us, the living.
People: To respond in thanksgiving to the mighty works of God in our lives.
Leader: We have come to affirm our trust in the God of all futures,
People: To whose name be blessing and honor, glory and power forever and ever.
Amen.
*Hymn of Praise
“For All the Saints” Hymn # 711
*Passing the Peace of Christ
*Congregational Song
“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” Hymn # 557
Blest be the tie that binds
our hearts in Christian love;
the fellowship of kindred minds
is like to that above.
(11:00) Anthem
“At the River” by Victor Johnson
Chancel Choir
Worship with our Tithes and Offerings (Click here to GIVE)
“It Is Well With My Soul" (with “Blessed Assurance”) arr. Stephen DeCesare
Kerry O’Reilly, tenor saxophone
Rick Nay, organ
*Doxology Hymn # 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
“Come, Let Us Join Our Friends Above” Hymn # 709
Sermon
“The Perfect Place” Rev. Elyse Nielsen
Text: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 NLT
ALL SAINTS RECOGNITION
Shawn Foran (10-16-24)
John Juist (12-21-24)
Natalie Butler (12-26-24)
Kennedy Brandimore (1-25-25)
Jim Gee (3-3-25)
Margaret Pruitt (3-17-25)
Bill Schellhaas (3-27-25)
Doris Busch (3-28-25)
Austin Montecuollo (4-16-25)
Henry Newman (4-25-25)
Jack Collins (5-14-25)
Roger Dandro (5-25-25)
Dr. Ronald Moyer (5-30-25)
Larry Kingsley (7-15-25)
Sacrament of Holy Communion
*Hymn of Dedication
“Rejoice in God’s Saints” Hymn # 708
*Benediction
Postlude
“When We All Get To Heaven” arr. Harold DeCou
Rick Nay, organ
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of all the Saints.
Our acolytes this week are Emory Wood & Oliver Pilliod.
Thank you for joining us today!
Reminder: If you are out of town or if you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship.
9:30 am Order of Service
All Saints Day
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM
November 2, 2025
Praise & Worship Praise Band
“Anything Is Possible”
“Beautiful Things”
Passing the Peace of Christ
Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings
“How He Loves”
Sermon
“The Perfect Place” Rev. Elyse Nielsen
Text: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 NLT
ALL SAINTS RECOGNITION
Shawn Foran (10-16-24)
John Juist (12-21-24)
Natalie Butler (12-26-24)
Kennedy Brandimore (1-25-25)
Jim Gee (3-3-25)
Margaret Pruitt (3-17-25)
Bill Schellhaas (3-27-25)
Doris Busch (3-28-25)
Austin Montecuollo (4-16-25)
Henry Newman (4-25-25)
Jack Collins (5-14-25)
Roger Dandro (5-25-25)
Dr. Ronald Moyer (5-30-25)
Larry Kingsley (7-15-25)
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Worship Song
“Goodness of God”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of all the Saints.
Thank you for joining us today!
Reminder: If you are out of town or if you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship.
Bulletin/Announcements
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Discover First (Sunday, Nov 9; 10:45am-1pm; www.stpetefirst.org/discoverfirst)
Learn about our church and its mission, vision, and ministries, talk with our pastors, and find out how to become a member! Lunch & childcare will be provided. So that we can order food, please register by this Tuesday 11/4. Click here to sign up & for more info
AWAKEN TO GRACE: A Community Night of Worship (Sunday, November 16; 6 pm) Presented by the Institute for Modern Worship team, with Jeremy Hearn. Join us for a worship experience with several movements, each anchored by familiar and foundational hymns of our faith, designed as a time of respite for the tired, healing in the midst of division, and inspiration for the road ahead.
Thanksgiving Dinner (Thursday, November 27; 1 pm; Fellowship Hall)
Todd Seales and family are cooking up another great Thanksgiving Day meal at St. Pete First at 1pm. Call the church office at 727-894-4661 or CLICK HERE to RSVP by noon on Monday 11/24 to reserve your spot. Invite friends and family! Reservations are limited; please RSVP as soon as possible. Dinner is free! Donations accepted and greatly appreciated. Click here to donate to this ministry.
TAKE ACTION! Help us meet unmet needs and serve others.
Volunteer Help Needed
A little time out of your week can make such a difference! Join us as we strive to be the hands and feet of Jesus as we serve and Love. St. Pete.
Thursday Morning Office Volunteer Needed
We’re looking for a friendly face to serve as our Office Volunteer on Thursdays from 9 am-1 pm. Duties include answering door and phones, light filing, and assisting staff with simple tasks. If you’re available and willing to help, please contact Kendra: kaumack@stpetefirst.org or 727-894-4661
Click here to visit our Volunteer Bank & connect with opportunities that interest you
Wednesday Night Dinner Menu ($5 kids, $8 adults, $30 family meal)
Adults: Cuban Picadillo w/Rice, Salad, Cuban Bread, Pineapple Cake
Kids: Mac n’ Cheese, Curly Fries, Carrots & Celery, Apple Sauce, Ice Cream Sandwich
Last Week's Attendance Numbers
Thank you for joining us for worship. We hope to see you again next week!
Weekly Groups 198
October 26 Worship 476 In Person; 423 Online
Groups 176
Church Finances
September 2025 Year to Date
Income $ 311,453 $2,453,637
Expense $220,795 $2,433,271
Upcoming Events—Mark your calendar! (check out the full list here)
Nov 9—Discover First (www.stpetefirst.org/discoverfirst)
————Blood Pressure Clinic 9-11:30 am; 1st Floor Nurse's Area
Nov 11—Church office closed - Veteran’s Day
Nov 16—Angel Tree 9-11am; Fellowship Hall
————Night of Worship w/Jeremy Hearn 6 pm; Sanctuary
Nov 23—Angel Tree 9-11am; Fellowship Hall
————Decorate the Sanctuary 12 noon
Nov 26—No Wednesday Night Dinner or Events
Nov 27—Thanksgiving Dinner 1 pm
—————No Thursday night events
Nov 27-28—Church office closed - Thanksgiving
Nov 30—Angel Tree Gift Return 9-11am; Fellowship Hall
Job Openings
To see our full list of job openings, visit our Job Center: https://www.stpetefirst.org/job-center.
Kids & Youth
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/Toddlers (Birth - 3 years) Preschool Hall
PRESCHOOL (Age 3 - K) Sunday School - Preschool Hall
ELEMENTARY (1st - 5th Gr) Kids Church - 4th Floor
MUSICAL REHEARSAL (1st- 8th Gr) -4th Floor
11:00 am
Infant Lounge/Cry Room Room 204 (Livestreaming available during all services)
Nursery/Toddlers (Birth - 3 years) Preschool Hall
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 MUSIC (Age 4-8th 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) Preschool Hall
YOUTH
SUNDAYS
9:30 am WORSHIP (Look for the youth up front) Sanctuary
10:45 am YOUTH (7th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse
11:00 am CLUB 56 (5th & 6th Grades) 4th Floor, Room 404
6:00 pm YOUTH (7th – 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
Common Grounds Worship (Livestream) -Chapel
9:30 am Contemporary Service -Sanctuary
Common Grounds Worship (Livestream) -Chapel
11:00 am Traditional Service -Sanctuary
Common Grounds Worship (Livestream) -Chapel
FELLOWSHIP TIME (BETWEEN SERVICES)
9-11:00 am Common Grounds (Coffee, Food & Fellowship) -Fellowship Hall
9-11:00 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 THE GAP -Room 101
11:00 am BECOMERS -Zoom & Room 103
11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS -Room 206 (on break: hoping to return soon!)
11:00 am SOJOURNERS -Room 208
TUESDAYS
9:00 am Ladies of Light Bible Study -Room Admin 105
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 pm DINNER -Fellowship Hall
6:30 pm BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE - Chapel
6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS -Parlor-Room 214
6:30 pm DOING LIFE WITH YOUR ADULT CHILDREN -Room 101
6:30 pm PASTORS' STUDY: Ask the Pastors -Room 208
THURSDAYS
7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY -Zoom
MUSIC
SUNDAYS
8:30 am IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Room 214-Parlor & Sanctuary
10:25 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312
12:10 pm HANDBELLS -Room 310
TUESDAYS
6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Sanctuary
WEDNESDAYS
5:00 pm KIDS MUSIC (Age 4-8th Grade) Chapel
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 -Room 208 & Zoom
SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
12:00 pm LEARN PILLAR
THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
12:00 pm INVITE PILLAR
THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
9:00 am NURTURE PILLAR
THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
5:00 pm SERVE PILLAR
