6/28/26 Bulletin & Order of Service
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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 BOB
Hey Friends,
As we reflect on the summer months, I am filled with gratitude for all that God has done in and through our church family. This season has been marked by meaningful worship, vibrant Vacation Bible School experiences, an impactful Student Ministry trip to Knoxville and opportunities to serve both within our congregation and throughout our community. We have seen lives encouraged, relationships strengthened, and God's faithfulness displayed in countless ways.
Let me give a special shout out to every servant volunteer, ministry leader, staff member, and church member who has invested time, energy, and prayer into the work of the ministry here at St. Pete First. Your faithful service has helped make this summer a season of growth and blessing.
I can't wait for the coming weeks of this year as we continue to Love.St.Pete and live into the truth as "The Heart of the City!"
See you Sunday!
–Pastor Bob
8 & 11 am Order of Service
5th Sunday after Pentecost
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
June 28, 2026
Prelude
“Blessed Savior of All” by Franklin Ritter
Rick Nay, organ
“I Will Arise and Go to Jesus” by R. P. Block
Steve Butler, trombone; Rick Nay, organ
* Call to Worship Rev. Elyse Nielsen
Leader: Too many of us carry guilt for things we have done—or left undone.
People: We bring our hidden burdens before God.
Leader: We wonder, “If only I had…” or “Perhaps I should have…”
People: Yet God calls us out of shame and into grace.
Leader: Healing begins when we confront what is hidden within.
People: God’s mercy meets us with forgiveness and hope.
Leader: Come, let us worship the One who frees us from guilt.
People: Lord, search our hearts and lead us into peace.
* Hymn of Praise
“Nothing But The Blood” Hymn #362
* Passing the Peace of Christ
“Blest Be the Tie that Binds” Hymn # 557
* Affirmation of Faith Rev. Carey Taylor
“Apostles’ Creed” # 881
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
“Rigaudon” by Andre Campra
Matt Blaine, trumpet; Bill Savage, trumpet;
Steve Butler, trombone; John Harrison, trombone;
Rick Nay, organ
* Doxology Hymn # 95
* Hymn of Preparation
“Something Beautiful” Hymn #394
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“The Confronting Zone: Guilt”
Text: 1 John 1:9 (NLT)
* Hymn of Dedication
“Because He Lives” Hymn #364
* Benediction
Postlude Rick Nay, organ
“Jubilation” by James Denton
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of Rex and Peggy Stuckey on the occasion of their birthdays, June 1 and June 28, by their family.
Our acolytes this week are Marley Robinson & Audrey Cheeseman.
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 28, 2026
Welcome
Passing the Peace of Christ
Praise & Worship
“The Jesus Way”
“Praises (Be Lifted Up)”
“Good Good Father”
Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“The Confronting Zone: Guilt”
Text: 1 John 1:9 (NLT)
Praise & Worship
“Break Every Chain”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of Rex and Peggy Stuckey on the occasion of their birthdays, June 1 and June 28, by their 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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Foodie Group (Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm)
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.
Happy Independence Day!
The church office will be closed on Friday, July 3 in celebration of Independence Day.
Bluegrass Sunday (July 12; 9:30 & 11 a.m. Worship)
Our own South Porch Bluegrass Orchestra will bring their lively sound to the 9:30 and 11:00 am worship services on July 12. Come worship, sing along, and enjoy a joyful morning of bluegrass music and praise!
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. F
👉 Click here to subscribe to the Prayer of the Week
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 28—70s Night at the Movies 5-8 pm; Fellowship Hall
JULY
July 3—Church office closed - Independence Day
July 5—Blood Drive (8–11:30 am; Big Red Bus in parking lot) → Schedule your donation or drop in
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 Monday Bag Lunch Street Ministry
Every Monday, become part of a small team that assembles bag lunches 10:30 am–noon and distributes them to guests at Christ UMC (467 1st Ave N). → 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 21 In Person 294 Online 242
Job Openings
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
