4/30/23 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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Fourth Sunday of Easter

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

April 30, 2023

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

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PRELUDE

(8:00) "Morning Has Broken" by Gilbert M. Martin

Rick Nay, Organ

(11:00) "Do Lord" arr. Valerie W. Stephenson

Fellowship Ringers

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: The work of the Creator is visible.

People: Let us respond with praise.

Pastor: The example of Jesus is apparent.

People: Let us respond with obedience.

Pastor: The wind of the Spirit is blowing.

People: Let us respond with joy.

Pastor: The word of God is calling.

People: Let us worship in spirit and in truth.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"Blessed Assurance" Number 369

*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

"We Walk By Faith" by Lloyd Larson

Chancel Choir

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

"Andante Cantabile" (from Symphony No. 5) by Peter I. Tchaikovsky

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

“Precious Name” Number 536

SERMON

“When My Heart is Angered” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Proverbs 15:1 (NIV); Proverbs 29:11 (NLT); and Proverbs 30:33 (NLT)

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"Lead On, O King Eternal" Number 580

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

Postlude on "Hanover" by Tom Birchwood

Rick Nay, Organ

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Tera Holt Ulrich from Lora Ulrich & Trent Ulrich.

The rose is given to the glory of God in love and honor of Tyler James Cavill, whose baptism is today, from his parents, Stephanie & Brian Cavill.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

April 30, 2023

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Praise & Worship

"Way Maker"

Passing the Peace

Praise & Worship

"Resurrecting"

"Open the Eyes of my Heart"

Sacrament of Holy Baptism

Tyler James Cavill

Parents: Brian & Stephanie Cavill

Grandparents: Paul & Jan Libbey, William & Katherine Cavill

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings Kerry O'Reilly, Lay Leader

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"How Great Thou Art "

SERMON

“When My Heart is Angered” Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Proverbs 15:1 (NIV); Proverbs 29:11 (NLT); and Proverbs 30:33 (NLT)

Worship Song

“I Surrender All”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Tera Holt Ulrich from Lora Ulrich & Trent Ulrich.

The rose is given to the glory of God in love and honor of Tyler James Cavill, whose baptism is today, from his parents, Stephanie & Brian Cavill.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB On behalf of Pastor Margaret and I, I want to share how excited we are for another year of ministry with you here at St. Pete First UMC! I can’t wait to see what God will do over the coming year. So humbly, I share with you my gratitude and joy for this privilege. The topic of this week's sermon is "When My Heart is Angered." Anger is one of the greatest destroyers of relationships. When your heart is angered it causes you to lose sight of the true value of living in harmony with yourself and others. The texts for this week are Proverbs 15:1 (NIV); Proverbs 29:11 (NLT); and Proverbs 30:33 (NLT) Have a blessed day!

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner & Wednesday Night Live

Returns on September 6!

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!

April 23: In Person 461 // Online 340

March 2023 Financials

Operating Income $303,063

Operating Expenses $266,789

FREE Mental Health Seminar—Sat. 5/6: THIS WEEK!

Our Counseling Center is sponsoring a FREE mental health awareness and fundraising event on May 6th from 12:30-4 pm. The theme for this year is Forgiveness and Understanding Differences. Click here for more information (speakers, exhibitors, and more).

Allocations Funding:

The Allocations/Memorial Committee is accepting applications for charitable funding from the Church's Permanent Fund. Click here and scroll down for more information.

Diaper & Book Drive through 5/5:

April 23rd kicks off our annual Diaper Drive for Cornerstone’s Rosa Valdez Early Learning Center in Tampa. We will be collecting diapers (any brands - sizes 4,5,6) baby wipes, and new or slightly used children’s books. Help us support this amazing organization by dropping off these items in the Fellowship Hall from now until May 5th. You may also contribute by check by contacting Nancy Fallis - 727-504-5186.

Walk for Life—Sat. 5/6:

The 2023 Walk for Life is being held at North Shore Park on May 6, 2023 from 8:00 AM till noon. Check-in starts at 8:00 AM and the WALK begins at 9:00 AM. The walk is an event sponsored by New Life Solutions, a Christ-centered ministry offering women and families FREE support, including pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, STD testing, parenting classes, baby clothes, discipleship and more. Questions? Contact Gus Schaefer at 727-823-7435 or John Ullrich at 727-798-8555. See you at the Walk.

JOB CENTER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Our Street Ministry is seeking additional volunteers to assist the needy in finding employment thru our efforts at the Job Center at the Salvation Army on 4th Street South. Our hours of operation are from Monday thru Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Some knowledge in operating a computer is necessary, otherwise, all training is provided. Volunteer one day a week or more, depending on your schedule. Questions? Contact Hal Heitler at 727-448-6291 or heitlerh@tampabay.rr.com.

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 (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

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

WEDNESDAYS (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

5:30 PM DINNER Fellowship Hall

6-7:30 PM Youth Group WhereHouse

Check your email and our website for weekly summer youth activities.

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 (Summer break: July & August; returning 9/10)

9-11:30 am (2nd Sundays) Blood Pressure Clinic 1st Floor Nurse's Area

MONDAYS

11:30 am United Women in Faith FAST Crowd (3rd Mondays) Location varies (Summer break June-August)

TUESDAYS

1:00 pm United Women in Faith Deborah Circle (2nd Tuesdays) Room 103 (Summer break June-August)

WEDNESDAYS (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

5:30 pm DINNER Fellowship Hall

6:00 pm HYMN SING Fellowship Hall (4/26)

6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS Parlor – Room 214

THURSDAYS

7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY Zoom

2:00 pm United Women in Faith Abigails (4th Thursdays) Room 103 (Summer break June-August)

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR Room 312

12:10 pm HANDBELLS Room 310 (Summer break: May-August)

WEDNESDAYS

6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP PRACTICE Sanctuary

7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR PRACTICE Room 312 (Sundays only June-August)

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 (July date TBA)

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM STAFF PARISH Closed Meeting

THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM FINANCE COMMITTEE Admin Conference Room

FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM CHURCH COUNCIL Fellowship Hall & Zoom

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

12:00 PM LEARN PILLAR

SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 PM SERVE PILLAR (June-3rd Thurs; July-1st Thurs)

THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

6:30 PM INVITE PILLAR

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

2:00 PM NURTURE PILLAR