7/21/24 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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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

July 21, 2024

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

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PRELUDE

“The Church Bell” by Theodor Kullak

“Where’er You Walk” from Semele by George Frederick Handel

Rick Nay, Organ

(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT

“Rejoice in the Lord” by John Horman

Chancel Choir

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Leader: God has called us to this place of peace and quiet.

People: We come, eager for rest and hope.

Leader: The Lord is always with us, offering us refreshment for our souls.

People: Let us partake of this wondrous gift.

Leader: It is the gift of the Lord’s love for us. Come and rest.

People: Praise God for the absolute compassion of God’s love. 

*HYMN OF PRAISE

“Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus”     Hymn # 514

*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

*CONGREGATIONAL SONG

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds” Hymn # 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” # 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

“Most Blessed, Most Glorious!” by Jay Rouse

Chancel Choir

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

“Prayer” by Florence Wilson Birkholz

Rick Nay, Organ

*DOXOLOGY Hymn # 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

“What a Friend We Have in Jesus”     Hymn # 526

SERMON

“Esther”     Rev. Margaret Rountree

Text: Esther 4:12-17 ESV

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

“Nearer My God, to Thee”     Hymn # 528

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE  

“Recessional” by Reta J. Bell

Rick Nay, Organ

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Cindy & Ken Singleton’s 58th wedding anniversary and granddaughter Becky’s 21st birthday, from their family.

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Jack & Evelyn Collins’ 69th wedding anniversary on July 23, from their three sons and six grandchildren.

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

July 21, 2024

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Praise & Worship Praise Team

“Battle Belongs” 

“Cornerstone”  

Passing the Peace of Christ

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings

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“Tethered”

Sermon

“Esther”     Rev. Margaret Rountree

Text: Esther 4:12-17 ESV

Worship Song

“Praises”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Cindy & Ken Singleton’s 58th wedding anniversary and granddaughter Becky’s 21st birthday, from their family.

The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Jack & Evelyn Collins’ 69th wedding anniversary on July 23, from their three sons and six grandchildren.

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 ambassadors of our church to help folks feel welcome and safe in our building.  Training is provided so volunteers can assist the church during emergencies or other situations that might occur on Sunday mornings. Contact Kendra Aumack for more information or Click here to go to our Serve form, then select the ministries you are interested in..

Street Ministry - help us meet unmet needs & serve others!

We need volunteers to serve meals at the St. Vincent de Paul Shelter every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8 pm, to assist at the shower facilities on our campus on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 9:30am-noon,  and to assist the unhoused and others with needed computer access services at our Street Ministry Job Center. Job Center volunteers can serve as little as one day a week or up to four days (Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs from 9:30 to 11:30 am). No experience needed & all training is provided. Contact Hal Heitler, Street Ministry Coordinator, at 727-448-6291 or heitlerh@tampabay.rr.com or 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!

July 14: In Person 347 Online 260

Church Finances

June 2024 Year to Date

Income $162,916 $1,465,350

Expense $232,392 $1,591,472

Street Ministry Collection

The Becomers Class and the Youth WhereHouse Ministry are collecting toiletries and other items for those in need, to be handed out at the weekly Street Ministry Lunch on Thursdays at Christ UMC. A donation bin is located in the Fellowship Hall. Items needed: travel sizes of toothpaste, soap, hand sanitizer, wipes, & feminine products, plus combs, socks, wash cloths, bottled water, and granola bars. More info: Judy Ryan ja14ryan@yahoo.com

Navigating the Senior Years: Caring for the Elderly - Save the Date (9/7):

This educational event for senior adults and their families will feature 2 Q&A Panels and vendor tables discussing elder law, rehab, assisted living facilities & memory care, veterans services/benefits, in-home fitness, counseling, funeral care, insurance, & more. Click here for more information & to RSVP.

Get your St. Pete First Travel Mug!

Click here to order a travel mug ($20) and show your support of St. Pete First and our mission to Love St. Pete.

Save the Date:

• 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 (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