6/23/24 Bulletin & Order of Service

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. Margaret Rountree, Associate Pastor

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A NOTE FROM PASTOR MARGE    

There’s a reason why Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these” (Matthew 19:14). Children are such a huge part of the body of Christ, and we have so much to learn from them. They teach us about purity, innocence, creativity, humor, and resilience, just to name a few things. I know in my own life, children have played a pivotal role in my faith journey. The Bible says that children are a gift from God so why is it that they are so often overlooked, undervalued, neglected, and even abused?

Each of us has a vital role, whether we are parents or not, in raising children and youth in the faith. We are to be warriors for them, we are to fight for their hearts, and we are to lead them to Jesus Christ, who has promised them not just an average, mediocre life but an abundant one. More than anything else, we need to pray for them. We need to pray that they would hold onto the truth that God loves them through Jesus Christ. We need to ask God to protect them from fear, and to give them strength and courage to face the future. Finally, we need to ask the Holy Spirit to give them a peace that surpasses all understanding and the assurance of knowing that God is with them always.

Thanks be to God for our children. They are such a gift!

— Pastor Marge    

Children & Youth Sunday

Worship - 10:00 AM

June 23, 2024

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Welcome     Rev. Margaret Rountree

Praise & Worship Praise Team

“This is Amazing Grace” 

“Praises”  

Passing the Peace of Christ

VBS & Youth Slideshow (kids and youth come to the front)

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings

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“Thanks, God” 

Children & Youth Testimonies

Pastoral Remarks Rev. Margaret Rountree

Text: Psalm 127:3-5 The Message

Worship Song

“Romans 16:19”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of the Children and Youth of St. Pete First UMC, from their church family.

Thank you for joining us today!

Reminder: If you are not feeling well or if you are traveling, please take advantage of our livestream worship.

Volunteer Help Needed

A little time out of your week can make such a difference! Join us as we strive to be the hands and feet of Jesus as we serve and Love. St. Pete. We need volunteers for our First Impressions team -these team members volunteer during one or more Sunday services per month and act as an extra pair of eyes and ears on our campus, making sure everyone feels safe and welcomed. Contact Kendra Aumack for more information or click here to go to our Serve form, then select the First Impressions Team.

Wednesday Night Live Dinner & Activities will return on September 4th. Mark your calendars!

Last Week's Attendance Numbers

Thank you for joining us for worship! These are our attendance numbers for last week. We hope to see you again next week!

June 16: In Person 394 Online 287

Church Finances

                    May 2024       Year to Date

Income $200,014                $1,289,291

Expense $229,191                 $1,359,081

Summer Picnic in the Fellowship Hall today!

Everyone is invited to a picnic lunch in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Children & youth will attend the picnic with their classes. Adult Sunday School classes will also meet after the service.

Young(ish) Summer @ Common Grounds

This summer, join the Young(ish) Adults on Sunday mornings at 10:45 in Common Grounds. We are taking a summer break from formal class, but we still want to see you! Grab a coffee, pastry, and join us for fellowship and community. Please note: Young(ish) Sunday School will resume August 11 @ 10:45 in room 101. Young(ish) Adults: Terrible class name. Really cool people.

Summer Camp registration is OPEN:

Camp Friendship Week 1 - July 8-12

Camp Friendship Week 2 - July 15-19

Elementary Art Adventure Camp - July 8-12 (FULL, but you can join the wait list)

Elementary Slimetopia Camp - July 15-19

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Save the Date:

St Pete First Day at the Rays (8/17):

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2024 Women's Retreat (10/11-13):

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Job Opening—Part-Time Custodian:

Put the word out! Part-time custodian needed! Duties include routine cleaning and event setup. Flexible hours, 2-3 days per week. Contact Chad Simonds for more information.

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

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 (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

Infant Lounge/Cry Room Room 204 (Livestreaming available during all services)

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 -RETURNING on Sept 4th

5:00 pm KIDS PRAISE TEAM (Age 4-6th 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) 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

6:00 pm YOUTH (7th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse

WEDNESDAYS -RETURNING on Sept 4th

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) 

9-11:30 am Common Grounds (Coffee, Food & Fellowship) -Fellowship Hall

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

 ADULTS 

SUNDAYS 

9:30 am QUEST -Zoom & Room 208

     10:45 am PROMISED LAND -Zoom & Room 301

10:45 am YOUNGISH ADULTS -Room 101 (Join us at Common Grounds this summer at 10:45! Sunday School returns on August 11.)

11:00 am BECOMERS -Zoom & Room 103

11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS -Library-Room 212

11:00 am SOJOURNERS -Room 208 (On Summer Break June 2-Sept 1)

MONDAYS 

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

WEDNESDAYS    -RETURNING on Sept 4th

5:30 pm DINNER Fellowship Hall

6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS -Parlor-Rm 214 

6:30 pm Adult BIBLE STUDIES - TBA 

THURSDAYS 

7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY -Zoom

1:00 pm United Women in Faith Deborah Circle (4th Thursdays) -Room 101   (On Summer Break June-August)               

 MUSIC

SUNDAYS 

8:30 am IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Room 214-Parlor & Sanctuary

10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312 (Does not sing June 16-July 14)

12:10 pm HANDBELLS -Room 310

TUESDAYS 

6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Sanctuary

WEDNESDAYS

5:00 pm KIDS PRAISE TEAM (Age 4-6th Grade) Chapel -RETURNING on Sept 4th

7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312  -No Wednesday rehearsal 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 -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 -Fellowship Hall & Zoom

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

12:00 pm LEARN PILLAR

SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

6:00 pm SERVE PILLAR  

THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

12:00 pm INVITE PILLAR  

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

2:00 pm NURTURE PILLAR