7/19/26 Bulletin & Order of Service
- St Pete First
- Jul 18
- 7 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
What are some things that make you angry? When someone cuts you off in traffic? When you stub your toe? When you order a Diet Coke at a restaurant and the server asks, "Is Pepsi okay?" Maybe one of those lighthearted examples hits home, but maybe there are things in your life that make you truly angry. Maybe you're angry because you or someone you love has been mistreated. Maybe you're angered by the injustices you see in our world. Or maybe you're still holding on to anger over something that happened years ago and, for whatever reason, you can't seem to let it go. I've heard it said that "Christians don't get angry," but if we're honest, anger is an emotion that we as Christ followers know all too well.
As we wrap up our Confronting Zone series, we'll talk about why it's important to confront our anger rather than pretend it isn't there. We'll discover through Scripture that anger itself is not the problem—it's what we do with our anger that matters. In Christ's example, we see that anger can be transformed into love and justice.
See you Sunday,
Pastor Carey
8 & 11 am Order of Service
8th Sunday after Pentecost
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
July 19, 2026
Prelude Rick Nay, organ
“A Monastery Evensong” by F. Leslie Calver
(11:00) Choral Introit Chancel Choir
“I Was Glad” by John Walters
Welcome Rev. Elyse Nielsen
* Call to Worship
Leader: Anger can rise quickly and leave hurt in its wake.
People: Yet God calls us to seek wisdom, mercy, and peace.
Leader: Beneath our frustration and rage are wounded hearts and restless spirits.
People: Lord, help us confront what lies within us.
Leader: Teach us when to stand for justice and when to let go of bitterness.
People: Shape our hearts with Your grace and truth.
Leader: Come, let us worship the God who brings peace to troubled souls.
* Hymn of Praise
“Wonderful Words of Life” Hymn #600
* Passing the Peace of Christ
“Blest Be the Tie that Binds” Hymn #557
* Affirmation of Faith
“Apostles’ Creed” #881
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
(11:00) Anthem Chancel Choir
“Guide Us, O Thou Great Jehovah” arr. Mack Wilberg
Worship with Tithes and Offerings
“How Can I Keep from Singing” by Sally DeFord
Sara Smith & Rebecca Tseng Smith, duet; Rick Nay, organ
* Doxology Hymn # 95
* Hymn of Preparation
“Freely, Freely” Hymn #389
Sermon Rev. Carey Taylor
“The Confronting Zone: Anger”
Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 NIV
* Hymn of Dedication
“Lead On, O King Eternal” Hymn #580
* Benediction
Postlude Rick Nay, organ
“Trumpet Tune and Chorale” by Lani Smith
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of David & Linda Cole’s 52nd wedding anniversary, from their children & grandchildren.
9:30 am Order of Service
Modern Worship—9:30 AM
July 19, 2026
Welcome
Passing the Peace of Christ
Praise & Worship
“This is Amazing Grace”
“Who You Say I Am”
“What a Friend We Have in Jesus”
Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings
Sermon Rev. Carey Taylor
“The Confronting Zone: Anger”
Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 NIV
Praise & Worship
“Holy Spirit”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving honor of David & Linda Cole’s 52nd wedding anniversary, from their children & grandchildren.
What a blessing to worship together—thank you for joining us today!
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Bulletin/Announcements
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Please Pray for Our Summer Camps
Camp Friendship continues with its second week, and Elementary Art Camp begins this week! Please keep our campers, families, volunteers, and staff in your prayers as they learn, create, and grow together. May God fill this week with joy, new friendships, and opportunities to experience His love.
Faith Day at the Rays (Saturday, August 1; 4:10 pm - deadline is MONDAY July 20)
Join your church family as the Rays take on the Chicago White Sox! Cost is $40 and includes group seating, a Christian Faith snapback cap, and access to a special post-game event featuring testimonies from Rays players and the team chaplain. Get your tickets online or in the Fellowship Hall today.
Centennial Art Installation (photos due by August 16)
Help create a one-of-a-kind centennial art installation! Share your family photos and favorite photos of St. Pete First. Together, hundreds of images will be combined to form our church logo—a beautiful reminder that we are the church. Please email your photos to church@stpetefirst.org by August 16.
Confirmation Meeting (Sunday Aug 16; 12 noon on the 3rd floor) Confirmation is beginning September 13 for 7th grade youth (and older youth who have not been confirmed). There will be an informational meeting for youth and parents on August 16th at 12 noon on the 3rd floor. Contact KayLee Bennett-McFall for more info.
Foodie Group Wraps Up for the Season! 🍽️ Thank you to everyone who joined us this summer for food, fellowship, and fun! We'll be back in January 2027 with more opportunities to gather around the table.
Upcoming Events (At a Glance)
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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 29—Saturday Morning Market (Saturdays 9 am–1 pm; parking lot)
Through August 2—School Partnership Essentials Drive → More info
JULY
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!
July 12 In Person 453 Online 506
Groups 167
Job Openings
Job Opportunity: Childcare — Our Children's Ministry Parent's Morning Out program is looking for a caring, dependable team member to provide childcare for newborns through age 3. → More info
To see our full list of job openings, visit our Job Center: https://www.stpetefirst.org/job-center.
Kids & Students
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
