11/27/22 Bulletin & Order of Service

First Sunday of Advent

Traditional Worship-8 & 11 AM

November 27, 2022

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

PRELUDE

"O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" arr. John Innes

Rick Nay, Organ

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Click here to check-in)

Rev. Margaret Rountree

INVOCATION

LIGHTING THE CANDLE OF HOPE

(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT

"Advent Verse" by Deborah Govenor

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: We come from a world of darkness

People: Into Christ’s world of light.

Pastor: We come from a world of weariness

People: Into God’s strength and hope.

Pastor: We come from a slumbering world.

People: Strengthened by the Spirit, we come to awaken our souls and watch for the coming of Christ.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" Number 211

*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

"Come Emmanuel, Come" by Ruth Elaine Schram

Chancel Choir

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

(8:00) "Breath of Heaven" by Chris Eaton and Amy Grant

Ginny Cannon-Soloist

(11:00) "Breath of Heaven" by Chris Eaton and Amy Grant

Karen Shramo-Soloist

*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

“People, Look East” Number 202

SERMON

“Despair turns to Hope” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Isaiah 11:1-11 NIV

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus" Number 196

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

“Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall Come” by James Denton

Rick Nay, Organist

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Pauline Boggs' birthday from her daughters Marlene Gadigian and Fran McCanney.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

November 27, 2022

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

Rev. Margaret Rountree

Lighting the Candle of Hope

Passing the Peace

Praise & Worship

"Behold"

"Rescue"

"Noel"

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

“Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”

Sermon

“Despair turns to Hope” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Isaiah 11:1-11 NIV

Worship Song

“Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Pauline Boggs' birthday from her daughters Marlene Gadigian and Fran McCanney.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB

The season of Advent is marked by a spirit of expectation, of anticipation, of preparation, of longing. There is a yearning for deliverance from the evils of the world, and a cry of those who have cried out from their bitter oppression. It is the cry of those who have experienced tyranny of injustice in a world under the curse of sin, and yet who have hope of deliverance by a God who has heard the cries of oppressed slaves and brought deliverance! It is that hope, however faint at times, and that God, however distant He sometimes seems, which brings to the world the anticipation of a King who will rule with truth and justice and righteousness over His people and in His creation. It is that hope that once anticipated, and now anticipates anew, the reign of an Anointed One, a Messiah, who will bring peace and justice and righteousness to the world. The light of the candles itself becomes an important symbol of the season. The light reminds us that Jesus is the light of the world that comes into the darkness of our lives to bring newness, life and hope. It also reminds us that we are called to be a light to the world as we reflect the light of God’s grace to others. The progression in the lighting of the candles each week symbolizes the various aspects of our waiting experience. As the candles are lighted over the four-week period, it also symbolizes the darkness of fear and hopelessness receding and the shadows of sin falling away as more and more light is shed into the world. The flame of each new candle reminds the worshipers that something is happening, and that more is yet to come. Finally, the light that has come into the world is plainly visible as the Christ candle is lighted at Christmas, and worshipers rejoice over the fact that the promise of long ago has been realized.

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner Menu

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

To-Go available by reservation

Butter Chicken, Rice, Roasted Vegetables, Flatbread, Chocolate Cake

Kids: Wing Dings & Tater Tots, Celery & Carrots, Fruit Cup, Cookie

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 20: In Person 306 // Online 256

Year to Date Financials as of October 31

YTD Revenue $2,092,629

YTD Expenses $2,429,277

Dec. 7: Christmas Organ Concert

Listen and sing along to Christmas favorites as organist Rick Nay (with guests) beautifully showcases our magnificent organ amid our beautiful stained glass and Christmas decorations. If you can, join us at 1 pm to help welcome and assist our guests from nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Refreshments will be served after the concert. Please bring a baked (non-refrigerated) treat to share.

Dec. 4 & 11: St. Pete First T-shirts have arrived!

If you ordered St. Pete First T-shirts, they will be available in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday, December 4th or 11th, from 9 to 11 am. Cash or check accepted as payment. No cards, please.

Dec. 6, 7 or 8: Hearts for Eternity

Come hear about the good work being done by one of our ministry partners, Rev. Dr. Bryce Norton, of Hearts for Eternity. Click here for more information.

Dec. 7: Family Night

Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 7th for FAMILY NIGHT during Wednesday Night Live! We will play some games, create a craft, have hot chocolate and cookies and watch "A Charlie Brown Christmas." Come for dinner at 5:30; activities start at 6pm on the 4th floor! All ages welcome (nursery will be open).

Dec. 9: Kids' Night Out

Children's Ministry will host Kids’ Night Out on Friday, December 9th from 6-10pm! The night is open to ALL AGES, nursery through 5th grade. Reservations must be made through the church website/children's page. Deadline to register is Wednesday, December 7th! We will enjoy pizza and snacks, ice cream sundaes, play games, watch a movie, sing songs, and have an interactive devotion while parents finish last-minute Christmas shopping! Youth are welcome to come as HELPERS! $20 first child, $15 second, $40 for a family of 3 or more.

Dec. 11: Christmas Cantata

Our annual Christmas Cantata will be on Sunday, December 11 during the 11 am service. No 8 am service on the day of the cantata! Please join us at 11 am, instead.

Dec. 14: Christmas Sing-Along

The St Pete First Kids Praise Team is excited to present our second annual Christmas Sing-Along! Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner beforehand, then support the children and have some fun as we sing our favorite Christmas carols.

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 & 3rd 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