6/7/26 Bulletin & Order of Service
- St Pete First
- Jun 6
- 6 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 BOB
Fishing and Christianity have always had a special connection. Many of Jesus’ disciples started out as fisherman, and fishing was often used as an illustration of faith and discipleship. Just as the fisherman patiently casts a line and waits with expectation, believers are called to trust God’s timing and provision.
Jesus called the disciples to become ‘fishers of men’. For Peter and his brothers, this meant they left their actual nets behind to follow Christ. This week, let’s explore what becoming ‘fishers of people’ means for us today!
See you Sunday!
— Pastor Bob
8 & 11 am Order of Service
2nd Sunday after Pentecost
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
June 7, 2026
Prelude Rick Nay, organ
“Fill My Cup” arr. John Innes
* Call to Worship Rev. Elyse Nielsen
Leader: What makes a great fisherman?
People: Patience, wisdom, and knowing where to cast the net.
Leader: Jesus calls us to cast wide nets in deep water for God’s kingdom.
People: We are called to be fishers of people.
Leader: As we seek to make 10,000 new disciples,
People: May hearts be hooked by the love of Christ.
Leader: Come, let us worship and follow Jesus!
* Hymn of Praise
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Hymn #89
* Passing the Peace of Christ
* Congregational Song
“Blest Be the Tie that Binds” Hymn #557
(11:00) Anthem Chancel Choir
“Be Not Afraid” by Craig Courtney
Worship with Tithes and Offerings Rev. Carey Taylor
“Ave Maria” adapted to Prelude No.1 from “The Well-Tempered Clavier”
by Johann Sebastian Bach and Charles Gounod
Matt Blaine, trumpet; Rick Nay, organ
* Doxology Hymn # 95
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“Go Deep”
Text: Luke 5:1–11 (NLT)
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Gluten-free bread available at the front upon request.
* Hymn of Dedication
“Here I Am Lord” Hymn #593
* Benediction
Postlude Rick Nay, organ
“A Psalm of Praise” by Chester Nordman
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Cynthia Jane Tilley, from Cory Reiss, Kurt Reiss, and family.
Our acolytes this week are Emory Wood & Oliver Pilliod.
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 7, 2026
Welcome
Passing the Peace of Christ
Praise & Worship
“At Your Name”
“Another in the Fire”
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
Sermon Rev. Bob Martin
“Go Deep”
Text: Luke 5:1–11 (NLT)
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Praise & Worship
“The Blessing”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Cynthia Jane Tilley, from Cory Reiss, Kurt Reiss, and 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!
Women’s Summer Book Study: Jonah (Tuesdays; 9-11 am; Parlor / Rm 214)
Join Emily Strong for a women’s summer study of Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted by Priscilla Shirer, June 2–August 11. Explore how God works through unexpected interruptions and calls us to trust Him more deeply. Books will be available for purchase. Join us! 👉 Sign up here
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)
June 17-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 8-12—VBS Setup Week → Volunteer
June 14—Blood Pressure Clinic 9-11:30 am; 1st Floor Nurse's Area
June 15-19—VBS (Full/Waitlist)
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
VBS Setup Week (June 8-12; 9am-3pm)
Did you know that VBS is one of biggest outreach events of the year? Help up set up! Meet in the Fellowship Hall anytime between the hours of 9am and 3pm.
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!
May 31 In Person 507 Online 472
Groups 202
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 -Room 101
11:00 am PROMISED LAND -Zoom & Room 212 (Library)
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
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
