6/9/24 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 BOB    

Hey Friends,

In the United Methodist Church, pastors are encouraged every 6-7 years to take a season of renewal. This allows clergy to model what Jesus did where in the Scripture it says, “Jesus withdrew from the crowds and spent time in prayer.”

I will be on renewal leave from a June 16-August 12. During my time away, Pastor Margaret will be leading our weekly preaching and handling all matters of clergy care. I look forward to rejoining you all on August 12 after this season of renewal and prepared for our busy season as we continue to live into our vision.

See you soon!

— Pastor Bob    

Third Sunday after Pentecost

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

June 9, 2024

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

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PRELUDE

"Morning Has Broken" by Gilbert M. Martin

Rick Nay, Organ

(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT

"Praise the Lord in His Holy Temple" by Charles Yannerella

Chancel Choir

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Leader: This is the day that the Lord has made!

People: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Leader: This is a day of new beginnings!

People: This is a time for growing into new disciples for Jesus.

Leader: Come, let us prepare ourselves for worship.

People: Let us be prepared for service to God.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"God of Grace and God of Glory” Hymn # 577

*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

"Great is the Lord!" by Michael W. Smith

Chancel Choir

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

"Trust And Obey" by Stewart Landon

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

"Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies” Hymn # 173

SERMON

"The Church is for Everyone" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Acts 15 NLT (selectively)

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"We Are the Church” Hymn # 558

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE  

"Postlude On Hanover" by Tom Birchwood

Rick Nay, Organ

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of Rev. Margaret Rountree on the occasion of her ordination, from her loving church family. Congratulations Pastor Marge!

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.

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

June 9, 2024

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Praise & Worship Praise Team

“One Thing Remains” 

“King of my Heart” 

Passing the Peace of Christ

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings

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“How He Loves”

Sermon

"The Church is for Everyone" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Acts 15 NLT (selectively)

Worship Song

“Great Are You Lord”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of Rev. Margaret Rountree on the occasion of her ordination, from her loving church family. Congratulations Pastor Marge!

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 VBS Volunteers - click here to find out more. We also 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. Click here to go to our Serve form, then select the ministries you are interested in.

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 2: In Person 396 Online 333

Church Finances

                    April 2024       Year to Date

Income $285,452                $1,098,277

Expense $241,394                 $1,129,974

Pastor Margaret's Ordination Luncheon (6/9):

TODAY, June 9, we will celebrate with Pastor Margaret and our church family at a luncheon in the Fellowship Hall after the 11am service.

VBS Volunteers Needed:

There are still many things you can help with!! If you can help, CLICK HERE to volunteer or email Lora Ulrich and she will find a spot for you!! This is one of our largest outreach events of the year and we need your help. Especially needed: Preschool Room Parent (2 days only), Elementary Crew Leader (2 days only), Kindergarten Room Assistant (5 days), Elementary Crew Leader (5 days).



We are also asking for donations to purchase snacks and donate to our service project (backpacks for St. Pete High’s Green Devil’s Pantry)— you can click here to donate to VBS or write a check and designate VBS.

Youth Summer Sports (June-August):

Our WhereHouse Youth Ministry is sponsoring weekly sports opportunities this summer for 6th-12th grade beginning in June! Running with Chad ($20 for the summer) will be every Monday & Wednesday, and Karate ($200 for the summer; uniform included) will be every Tuesday & Thursday. Sign up now! Click here to register and pay or find out more at StPeteFirst.org/youth

Donuts with Dad (Father's Day 6/16):

Celebrate Dad next Sunday, June 16, with donuts and a photo booth in the Fellowship Hall between services!

Children & Youth Sunday (6/23):

Come help us celebrate our children and youth and hear their testimonies about what the church is doing in their lives. On June 23, we will worship together at 10 am, with Sunday School after the service. You are also invited to a picnic lunch in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Children & youth will attend the picnic with their classes.

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

Click here to Register.

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

Click here for more information or to buy tickets.

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

Click here for more information or to register online.

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

11:00 am BECOMERS -Zoom & Room 103

11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS -Library-Room 212

11:00 am SOJOURNERS -Room 208

MONDAYS

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

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

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

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

10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312

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

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