6/14/26 Bulletin & Order of Service
- St Pete First
- Jun 12
- 8 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 CAREY
Hello, Church Family!
Prayer is one of the simplest and most profound ways we open ourselves to God's presence. Yet many of us know that finding meaningful ways to pray throughout the week can sometimes be a challenge! I'm excited to share a new resource that we hope will help deepen your prayer life and draw you closer to God!
Each week, the Nurture Pillar will be providing a short prayer, designed to give you something to meditate on and pray with throughout the week. Whether you spend a few quiet moments with it each morning, return to it during a lunch break, or reflect on it before bed, our hope is that it will become a companion on your spiritual journey.
This week, you'll find the printed prayer guide in your bulletin. Beginning next week, copies will be available alongside the bulletins each Sunday for anyone who would like to take one home. We will also send it out by email during the week! For the first few weeks, everyone will receive it automatically, but if you'd like to continue receiving it regularly you will need to sign up for it.
My prayer is that this weekly resource will help us cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence in our daily lives. May it encourage us to slow down, listen for God's voice, and grow in faith as we seek to follow Christ together.
With peace,
— Pastor Carey
8 & 11 am Order of Service
3rd Sunday after Pentecost
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
June 14, 2026
Prelude Rick Nay, organ
“Ivory Palaces” by Lani Smith
* Call to Worship Rev. Carey Taylor
Leader: To catch fish, you have to know the right place — the “sweet spot.”
People: Jesus teaches us where to cast our nets.
Leader: Christ calls us to reach out with love, hope, and compassion.
People: We are called to fish for people in God’s name.
Leader: May our hearts and hands be ready to follow Jesus.
People: Lord, lead us as we share Your Good News!
Leader: Come, let us worship God together!
* Hymn of Praise
“Take Time to be Holy” Hymn #395
* Passing the Peace of Christ
“Blest Be the Tie that Binds” Hymn # 557
* Affirmation of Faith Rev. Elyse Nielsen
“Apostles’ Creed” # 881
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
“Let There Be Peace on Earth” by Sy Miller and Jill Jackson
Derek Weston, soloist; Rick Nay, organ
* Doxology Hymn # 95
* Hymn of Preparation
“Faith While Trees Are Still in Blossom” Hymn #508 (verses 1, 2, and 5)
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“Fishing for People”
Text: Matthew 4:18–22 (NLT)
* Hymn of Dedication
“Go, Make of All Disciples” Hymn #571
* Benediction
Postlude Rick Nay, organ
“Fanfare Postlude” by Gilbert M. Martin
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of the volunteers of our School Food Pantry ministry, serving families in need at Melrose Elementary, New Heights Elementary, and Thurgood Marshall Middle School, from their St. Pete First UMC family.
What a blessing to worship together—thank you for joining us today!
Can’t be here in person? Join us for livestream worship.
9:30 am Order of Service
Modern Worship—9:30 AM
June 14, 2026
Welcome
Passing the Peace of Christ
Praise & Worship
“God I’m Just Grateful”
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“Ever Be”
Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“Fishing for People”
Text: Matthew 4:18–22 (NLT)
Praise & Worship
“Way Maker”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of the volunteers of our School Food Pantry ministry, serving families in need at Melrose Elementary, New Heights Elementary, and Thurgood Marshall Middle School, from their St. Pete First UMC family.
What a blessing to worship together—thank you for joining us today!
Can’t be here in person? Join us for livestream worship.
Bulletin/Announcements
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Children & Student Sunday (June 21 / Father’s Day; 10 am Service only)
Join us for one combined worship service at 10:00 a.m. as we celebrate the faith and gifts of our children and students. This special service will include highlights from Vacation Bible School, worship leadership from our children and youth, and meaningful testimonies from the next generation. Come worship together as one church family—you won’t want to miss it!
Our latest Prayer Initiative: Prayer of the Week
Keep an eye out for our new Prayer of the Week! Print copies will be available to pick up on Sunday morning at church, plus you can subscribe to our Prayer of the Week email list to receive the prayer in your inbox on Monday morning. For the first few weeks, everyone subscribed to our newsletter will receive the prayer automatically, but if you'd like to continue receiving it regularly you will need to sign up for it.
👉 Click here to subscribe to the Prayer of the Week
Foodie Group (Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm; Voodoo Brewing)
Beginning this Wednesday, join us for food, fun, and fellowship every Wednesday at Voodoo Brewing! Enjoy appetizers, conversation, and community in a relaxed setting. Park at St. Pete First and walk across the street to Voodoo. → Sign up here
70s Night at the Movies (Sunday, June 28; 5–8 pm; Fellowship Hall)
Celebrate the 1970s with a special Centennial movie night! Join us in the Fellowship Hall on June 28 from 5–8 p.m. for a showing of Jesus Revolution and enjoy classic movie theater snacks including popcorn and candy. Come for an evening of nostalgia, fellowship, and faith as we continue celebrating 100 years in our historic building!
Upcoming Events (At a Glance)
Through Aug 11—Women’s Jonah Study (Tuesdays 9-11 am)→ Sign up here
Through Aug 4—Art Journaling Workshop (Tuesdays 6-8 pm) (Full)
Through Aug 26—Foodie Group (Wednesdays 5–6:30 pm) → Sign up here
Through Aug 29—Saturday Morning Market (Saturdays 9 am–1 pm; parking lot)
JUNE
June 14—Blood Pressure Clinic 9-11:30 am; 1st Floor Nurse's Area
June 15-19—Vacation Bible School
June 21—Father’s Day
————Children & Student Sunday 10 am service only
JULY
July 3—Church office closed - Independence Day
July 12—Bluegrass Sunday (9:30/11 Worship)
July 13-17—Preschool Camp Friendship Week 1 → Camp Signup
——————Elementary Camp: Creator’s Workshop (Music/Theatre/Dance)
July 20-24—Preschool Camp Friendship Week 2
——————Elementary Art Camp (Full/Waitlist)
AUGUST
Aug 1—Faith Day at the Rays (game starts 4:10 pm) → Sign up here
Aug 16—Confirmation Meeting (Noon; 3rd floor)
Aug 26—Volunteer Appreciation Dinner (6 pm; Fellowship Hall) → Sign up here
Aug 30—Discover First 10:45 am → More info & sign up
Serve & Get Involved
Volunteer with the Street Ministry
Help feed our neighbors in need through St. Pete First's Street Ministry partnership with St. Vincent de Paul. Cook or serve one evening a month with a time commitment of about one hour. → Call 727-894-4661 or email us
Summer Office Volunteers Needed
Help with phones, doors, and light admin → Call 727-894-4661 or email us
👉 Explore more opportunities → Volunteer Page
Wednesday Night Live
Wednesday Night Live and Dinner will return on September 9.
Youth will continue to meet on Wednesday nights - keep an eye on the youth emails & texts for schedule.
Last Week's Attendance Numbers
Thank you for joining us for worship. We hope to see you again next week!
June 7 In Person 526 Online 415
Groups 183
Job Openings
Join Our Team: Facility Maintenance (Part-Time). Help support our church by assisting with repairs and facility upkeep. → Details
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
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 return Sept 9
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 - Please let Lora know ahead of time if you need nursery care
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 - returns Sept 9
6-7:30 pm Youth Group -continuing in the summer! Check your email.
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
11:00 am BECOMERS -Zoom & Room 206
11:00 am THE GAP - meeting off-campus during the summer
11:00 am PROMISED LAND -Zoom & Room 212 (Library) -on summer break
11:00 am SOJOURNERS -Room 208
TUESDAYS
9:00 am Ladies of Light Bible Study -Room 208 -returning in Sept
WEDNESDAYS -Returning on Sept 9
5:30 pm DINNER -Fellowship Hall
6:30 pm Bible Studies & Classes
6:30 pm Band of Brothers: Men’s Group & Bible Study -Room 214 (Parlor)
THURSDAYS
7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY -Zoom -on summer break
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 -returning in Sept
TUESDAYS
6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Sanctuary
WEDNESDAYS
5:00 pm KIDS MUSIC (Age 4-8th Grade) Chapel -returning Sept 9
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 TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
9:30 am NURTURE PILLAR
THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
4:00 pm SERVE PILLAR
