3/5/23 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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Second Sunday in Lent

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

March 5, 2023

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

PRELUDE

"Garden Of Gethsemane" by Robert J. Hughes

Rick Nay, Organist

WELCOME (Click here to check-in)

Rev. Margaret Rountree

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: Come, all who need help!

People: Our help comes from God, the one who made heaven and earth.

Pastor: Come, all who desire blessing!

People: Our blessing comes from God, the God of Abraham, the God of the ages.

Pastor: Come, all who long for salvation!

People: Our salvation comes from Jesus Christ, the one sent by God to save the world.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us" Number 381

*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.

(8:00) SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM

Callie Clarke Schaeffer

Parents: Samantha & Cole Schaeffer

Grandparents: Roxanne & Mark Howard; Elizabeth & David Schaeffer

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Pastor: Christ the Lord invites all to His table who love Him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess our sin before God and one another.

People: God of all, you love us beyond compare and are faithful to us even when we turn away. You are patient and wise, caring and just. We admit that we are not worthy of your love for us or deserving of your good favor. We have ignored your will, treated others of your children with disdain, and failed to be grateful for your mercy and blessings. Forgive us once again. Restore us to right relationship with you and with one another, for we ask it in Christ’s name. Amen.

WORDS OF ASSURANCE

God did not send Jesus into the world to condemn it, but that the world might be saved through Him. Through the saving love of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven and blessed! Amen.

(11:00) ANTHEM

"Jesus Paid It All" by Howard Helvey

Chancel Choir

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

"My Shepherd Will Supply All My Need" arr. Craig Duncan

Kelly Bonyata, Flute

*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

“Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross” Number 301

SERMON

“Judas the Betrayer” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Luke 22:1-6 (NIV)

SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"Have Thine Own Way, Lord" Number 382

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

"Paean" by Roy E. Nolte

Rick Nay, Organist

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of the ushers & greeters who serve every Sunday from their St. Pete First UMC family.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

February 26, 2023

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Special Guest Worship Band—The Purple Hulls

Praise & Worship

"What A Friend We Have In Jesus"

"How Great the Fathers Love for Us"

Passing the Peace

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

"There’s No Power in the Water" by Katy Lou and Penny Lee Clark, Jeff Hyde

SERMON

“Judas the Betrayer” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Luke 22:1-6 (NIV)

Sacrament of Holy Communion

Worship Song

“I’m Close to Home” by Katy Lou Clark

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of the ushers & greeters who serve every Sunday from their St. Pete First UMC family.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB Our decisions drive our actions. The hope is we are making healthy decisions so that the outcomes are favorable and non-threatening. The truth is, however, that’s not always the case. Judas was one of the closest disciples to Jesus. In fact, we know when the meal was prepared in the Upper Room, Jesus had hand-selected the seat of honor for Judas. Ironic, isn’t it? The One who was to be betrayed gave the seat of honor to his betrayer? God’s ways are not our ways and God’s plans not our plans. In fact, God’s actions oftentimes are totally opposite to ours. The truth is, Jesus knew of Judas’ betrayal and what lay next; despite that, Jesus never wavered on his journey to the cross, which would offer forgiveness to all.

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner

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

To-Go available by reservation

Menu: Italian Sausage Soup, Cornbread, Salad, Apple Crisp

Kids: Pizza, Celery & Carrots, Fruit Cup, Cookie

Join us this Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall for dinner at 5:30, then stay for the groups and classes for children, youth, and adults. Click here for more info on our adult classes.

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 26: In Person 431 // Online 338

January 2023

Operating Income $245,405

Operating Expense $204,839

CLICK HERE to see the Chili Cook-Off Results!

New Bible study beginning March 1:

Pastor Bob is leading 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.

VBS & Summer Camp Registration:

Our VBS and Summer Camp registrations are open! Please be sure to forward deposit/payment within 10 days to hold your spot for all camps! Visit the children's ministry webpage for forms and to register.

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 & to RSVP.

Family Promise Training — March 12:

If you are interested in working with Family Promise to help provide secure, safe, temporary housing to local families in need, attend our in-person training on March 12, from 12:30 to 2:00pm, in Room 101 off of the Fellowship Hall. Denis Sousa, Director of Family Promise, will be conducting training and answering questions. A light lunch will be provided. Click here for more info & to RSVP.

Early Response Team Training — March 18:

St Pete First is hosting a training for our Early Response Teams that will help rebuild the areas devastated by Hurricane Ian. That recovery will last 4-5 years. We will go for 5-day mission trips as often as possible. THE NEED IS HUGE! Everyone can help: carry a 2x4, plug in extension cords, clean up the area, as well as construction tasks. A team consists of 5-9 people so we need two teams. Step up to help our sisters and brothers in need; these are our neighbors. They were ready to help us! If you are interested in ERT Training, click here for more information & registration.

Join us for Holy Week at St. Pete First!

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Easter Gathering — April 1:

All are invited to our Easter Gathering on Saturday, April 1 from 4-6 pm at Spa Beach (at the Pier). Family fun, food, games, face painting, balloon artist, bounce houses, plus a special time of baptisms and baptism remembrances. Invite your friends and neighbors!

CLICK HERE if you are Interested in being baptized (1st time or baptism remembrance).

Maundy Thursday Experience—April 6:

Immerse yourself in the Easter story.

Join us for the Way of the Cross on Maundy Thursday, April 6 from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Chapel. This is a self-paced experience (including communion) that is open to all children, youth, and adults.

Altar Flower Dates Available in 2023

The Altar Guild is accepting requests for placing flowers on the altar for a future Sunday. If you would like to request a date for an arrangement in honor or memory of a loved one, please call 727.894.4661. The cost is $50.00.

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

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