2/19/23 Bulletin & Order of Service

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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Seventh Sunday After the Epiphany

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

February 19, 2023

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

PRELUDE

(8:00) "Give Your Heart to Jesus" by Louise E. Stairs

Rick Nay, Organist

(11:00) "Great is Thy Faithfulness" arr. Sandra Eithun

Fellowship Ringers

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Click here to check-in)

Rev. Margaret Rountree

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: As God called to Moses from the mountain,

People: we are called to be God’s people.

Pastor: As Jesus called the disciples to climb with Him to the peak of another mountain,

People: we are called to follow wherever He leads.

Pastor: As the disciples stood in awe at the sound of God’s voice,

People: we are called to worship in wonder and praise.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"How Firm A Foundation" Number 529

*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.

(11:00) ANTHEM

"Lord of the Small" by Dan Forrest

Chancel Choir

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.

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

(8:00) "If That Isn't Love" by Dottie Rambo

Ginny Cannon-Soloist

(11:00) "Panis Angelicus" by Cesar Franck

Nancy Allison- 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

“I Love to Tell The Story” Number 156

SERMON

“Rule #7 - Always Do the Wise Thing” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 (NIV)

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"O How I Love Jesus" Number 170

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

"March by Robert Schumann

Rick Nay, Organist

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Dorothy’s parents, husband, and husband’s parents, from Dorothy Fitchett.

The rosebud is in love and honor of the birth of Wolfjaw Craig Ozias, grandson of Craig Wills.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

February 19, 2023

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

Rev. Margaret Rountree

Passing the Peace

Sacrament of Holy Baptism

Zoe Michelle Siegal

Parents: Anne and Jeffrey Siegal

Grandparents: Paul & Barbara Dryden, Jeffrey & Barbara Siegal

Praise & Worship

"Indescribable"

"Stronger"

"Be Thou My Vision"

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

"Revelation"

SERMON

“Rule #7 - Always Do the Wise Thing” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 (NIV)

Worship Song

“He Knows My Name”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Dorothy’s parents, husband, and husband’s parents, from Dorothy Fitchett.

The rosebud is in love and honor of the birth of Wolfjaw Craig Ozias,

grandson of Craig Wills.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB Beginning a New Year brings about so many choices and also challenges. We’ve been in our teaching series “7 Perfect Rules for ‘23” — guidelines to help ensure everyone is on the right path. Rule #1 was how to “Keep Life Simple,” where I shared that the best way to do that is to stop trying to please everyone, and only look to please God. Rule #2 was “Ask for Help;” the emphasis was that God can help us through whatever it is we are going through. Rule #3 was all about “Do Good Every Day.” Getting up and making a difference in life is the goal, and we showed how doing good in our partner school Melrose Elementary makes a difference. For Rule #4, Pastor Margaret reminded us to “Laugh at Life.” God moves in unexpected ways and when we think things are bad, God shows us and reminds us to find joy. Rule #5 was “Do No Harm.” This rule is tricky, in that its focus is managing our mouths. We learned that the words we speak bless and curse, and that the Apostle James reminds us to speak in the manner of Jesus Christ. Last week Pastor Margaret shared Rule #6 “Adopt a Generous Spirit.” The Apostle Paul taught us the closer we are in relationship to Jesus, the more generous we become. This week we end our series with Rule #7 “Always Do the Wise Thing.” What would it look like if there was a roadmap on how to make decisions for life? What if there were guardrails that keep us in the right lane? Believe it or not there are, and this final rule will help you master life.

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner Menu

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

To-Go available by reservation

Mojo Pork, Black Beans & Rice, Salad, Cuban Bread, Pie Kids: Wing Dings, Tater Tots, Celery & Carrots, Fruit Cup, Cookie

Join us this Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall for dinner at 5:30, then stay for the Ash Wednesday worship service at 6:30 in the Sanctuary.

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!

February 12: In Person 354 // Online 282

Ash Wednesday — Feb. 22:

We are moving into the season of Lent, beginning with Ash Wednesday on Feb. 22. Click here for more info.

Chili Cook-Off — Feb. 26:

It's that time again! Start practicing your best recipes and get ready to cook on Feb. 26th. Look for more info (and entry rules) on the info tables or click here for more info.

New Bible study begins March 1:

Pastor Bob will lead a short study on the Gospel of John beginning Wednesday, March 1 and ending on April 5. All you need to bring is your Bible or Bible app.

Kids Night Out — March 3:

Drop your kids off for a night of FUN on March 3rd from 6-10 pm! At Kid's Night Out, kids will be served pizza and snacks, have ice cream sundaes, play games, watch a movie, sing songs and have an interactive devotion! Open to all children ages nursery - 5th grade. Dinner & snacks are provided. $20 first child, $15 second, $40 for a family of 3 or more. Register at stpetefirst.org/children by Wednesday, March 1st.

VBS & Summer Camp Registration:

Start planning for summer! Registration opens on March 3rd. Visit the children's ministry webpage to register.

Discover SHAPE Workshop — March 5:

The Discover SHAPE Workshop is an opportunity to explore your individual gifts and talents, both to help you find your place at St Pete First United Methodist Church and to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ. We are meeting on Sunday, March 5, from 10:45 am-1 pm. Lunch & childcare will be provided. Please register by the Tuesday before the workshop (Feb. 28). Click here for more info and to sign up.

Men's Breakfast— March 11:

Join the men of the church for food and fellowship! Special Guest: Rev. Ricardo Welch, Pastor at Prayer Tower Church (south St. Pete) Click here for more info.

Family Promise Training — March 12:

Complete all the training needed for Family Promise in-person on Sunday, March 12, from 12:30-2 pm. A light lunch will be provided. Click here for more info.

Early Response Team Training — March 18:

Want to help with disaster recovery? We are re-forming our Early Response Teams. If you are interested in ERT Training, click here for more information.

Are you looking to have a positive impact on a person’s life?

Become a member of the Street Ministry Team at the Salvation Army Job Center! You will help people find jobs in order to escape being homeless. We serve Mondays through Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 am. Go to www.stpetefirst.org/street-team or contact Hal Heitler (727-448-6291 or heitlerh@tampabay.rr.com) to volunteer.

Join us for Holy Week at St. Pete First!

Click here for more information

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

JOB OPENING— Custodian:

Need a part-time job, or know of someone who does? St. Pete First UMC is looking for a self-motivated part-time Custodian. Flexible hours. For more information please email Chad Simonds, csimonds@fumcsp.org, or call the church at (727) 894-4661

Job Opening— Preschool Teachers:

St. Pete First UMC Preschool is looking for vibrant teachers to educate, care for, and inspire the young minds at our preschool. If you are interested in joining our amazing team, please give us a call at (727) 822-8767 or email Alicia at aclements@fumcsp.org

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/Preschool Hall

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

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 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 Parlor – Room 214

6:30 pm PASTOR BOB'S BIBLE STUDY Chapel

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

6:30 pm EXODUS BIBLE STUDY Room 103

6:30 pm WOMEN'S STUDY: "THE GIRL'S STILL GOT IT" Room 308

THURSDAYS

7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY Zoom

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

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

10:20 am CHANCEL CHOIR Room 312

12:10 pm HANDBELLS Room 310

WEDNESDAYS

6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP PRACTICE Sanctuary

7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR PRACTICE 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 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