8/18/24 Bulletin & Order of Service
- St Pete First
- Aug 17, 2024
- 10 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. Margaret Rountree, Associate Pastor
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Pastor's Note
A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB
Hey Friends,
I learned a very valuable lesson during my time of renewal. I think two people live inside of me. Now, before you think I’m losing it, let me explain. There is a side of me that really wants to be super spiritual. One who basks in God’s presence every single moment and shuts out the world. The other one inside of me is the doer. It’s the personality that gets restless and doesn’t respond well to the quiet, melodic and spiritual side. It’ the personality that drives me to set goals, achieve things in life, make a difference… all by “doing.” Both of these people inside of me are a good thing. The quiet, spiritual sojourner seeking God’s voice plays a huge role. The doer is also important. Without the doer I’d probably just sit on the couch eating pork rinds and watching Netflix. My discovery during my renewal leave was that there must be balance. I can’t be all contemplative without doing and I can’t do, without contemplating. That’s why the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10 remains in my head. I’m so glad I was able to some extent to tame my Martha but even more joyfully Mary showed up! Have a super week!
— Pastor Bob
8 & 11 am Order of Service
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM
August 18, 2024
*Please stand as you are able. Congregational responses are in bold.
PRELUDE
"Morning Mist" by Esther Higgins
"In Quietness and Confidence" by Johann Sebastian Bach
Rick Nay, Organ
(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT
"Our Sacrifice of Praise" by Don Wyrtzen
Chancel Choir
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Come, give thanks to the Lord with all your heart and soul!
People: We come, rejoicing over God’s many blessings poured out on us!
Leader: God’s works are great!
People: We delight in learning about them.
Leader: Respect for God and all that God offers to us is the beginning of wisdom.
People: With gratefulness, we shall praise and honor God all our lives.
*HYMN OF PRAISE
"A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” Hymn # 110
*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
"Guide Us, O Thou Great Jehovah" arr. Mack Wilberg
Chancel Choir
WORSHIP WITH OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS (Click here to GIVE)
"I Don't Know About Tomorrow" by Ira F. Stanphill
Karen Shramo, Soloist
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
"Standing on the Promises” Hymn # 374
SERMON
"Faith Makes Everything Possible" Rev. Bob Martin
Text: Matthew 9:18-34 NLT
*HYMN OF DEDICATION
"The Blessing"
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
"Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart" by Franklin Ritter
Rick Nay, Organ
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Barb & Barry Willey’s 50th wedding anniversary, from their church family.
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of the birthday of Joe Gonzalez on August 17, from the Gonzalez family.
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.
9:30 am Order of Service
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM
August 18, 2024
Praise & Worship Praise Team
“I See Heaven”
“Build My Life”
"How He Loves"
Passing the Peace of Christ
Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings
"Beautiful Things"
Sermon
"Faith Makes Everything Possible" Rev. Bob Martin
Text: Matthew 9:18-34 NLT
Worship Song
“The Blessing”
Benediction
The flowers are given to the glory of God in love and honor of Barb & Barry Willey’s 50th wedding anniversary, from their church family.
The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of the birthday of Joe Gonzalez on August 17, from the Gonzalez family.
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.
Bulletin/Announcements
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. Wednesday Night Live will be returning on September 4, and we need volunteers to help with dinner on Wednesday nights! To join a team, contact Chad Simonds. We also 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.
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. We hope to see you again next week!
August 11 In Person 402 Online 299
Church Finances
June 2024 Year to Date
Income $162,916 $1,465,350
Expense $232,392 $1,591,472
Upcoming Events:
8/18— Kids/Youth Open House: 9:30-12:30 pm.
8/18— Confirmation Meeting (youth & parents): 12 pm.
8/25—First Grade Bible Presentations. Parents: contact Lora Ulrich.
9/4—Wednesday Night Live returns.
9/7—Navigating the Senior Years: Caring for the Elderly: 9 am-1pm. More here.
8/28—St. Pete First Volunteer Appreciation Dinner @6 pm. RSVP Here.
10/11-13—2024 Women's Retreat. More information/register online.
Children/Youth Open House (TODAY 8/18):
Let’s kick off the school year with an Open House for Children and Youth Ministries on Sunday, August 18th! This will be an event not only for our Sunday School children and families but for our community. Join us for refreshments as you meet the teachers and check out where our children learn, grow, and connect with Jesus, our church, & our community!
Preschool Families — 1st floor Preschool Hall — 9 am-12:30 pm
Elementary Families – 4th floor — 9 am-12:30 pm
Youth Families – The WhereHouse (across the alley) — 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Confirmation Meeting (TODAY 8/18):
Confirmation is beginning September 8 for 7th grade youth. There will be an informational meeting for youth and parents on August 18th at 12 noon in the WhereHouse. Contact KayLee Bennett for more info.
First Grade Bible Presentations (8/25):
First Grade Bible Presentations will be on Sunday, August 25. Do you have a new first grade student? Contact Lora Ulrich.
Young(ish) Adults is now The Gap!
The Gap is a Sunday School class for adults who are in the busiest, most intense stage of life, juggling the demands of their careers, their relationships, and parenting—both up and down. This is the gap where the chaos of life seems to happen. If you are in that gap, trying to figure out how to live for Jesus while juggling day-to-day demands, then this class is for you. Together, we discover and discuss how to create space for God by turning what we do every day into living life for Christ, serving Jesus through our daily relationships and responsibilities. Join us in The Gap! We meet Sundays at 10:45 in Room 101.
The Gap study of The Book of Jonah (begins 8/25):
When God’s Purpose Isn’t in Your Plans … The book of Jonah is best known for Jonah’s run-in with a giant fish. But there’s more to the story. It’s about God’s grace, compassion, and love toward his wayward people. In this six-week study, we will learn that God is determined to spread His word to all the nations and use His people to do it. God desires to transform our hearts as we carry out His purpose in the world. Join us as we renew our sense of what it means to orient our lives around God’s mission.
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner (8/28):
Our wonderful volunteers at St Pete First are invited to a special dinner on August 28th at 6 pm! Bring the family! Or invite a friend! Click here to RSVP or call the church office (727-894-4661) no later than Monday, August 26th.
Navigating the Senior Years: Caring for the Elderly (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.
2024 Women's Retreat (10/11-13): < Sign Up NOW!
Join us for St. Pete First's bedazzling 2024 Women’s Retreat the weekend of October 11th-13th at Warren Willis United Methodist Camp & Conference Center in Fruitland Park, Florida. Click here for more information & to register online.
Wednesday Night Live returns on September 4!
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GET INVOLVED! Help us meet unmet needs and serve others.
Job Openings
Parents' Morning Out Staff Position Opening
Our Parent's Morning Out Program has an open part-time staff position for three days per week: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8:45 am - 12:15 pm. The person in this position works on a team of three, providing general childcare for infants through 2 years. Contact Lora Ulrich at lulrich@stpetefirst.org for more details
To see our full list of job openings, visit our Job Center: https://www.stpetefirst.org/job-center.
Custodian Staff Position Opening:
Need a part-time job, or know of someone who does? St. Pete First UMC is looking for a self-motivated part-time Custodian. Duties include routine cleaning and event setup. Flexible hours; 2-3 days per week. For more information email Chad Simonds or call the church at (727) 894-4661.
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 (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
KIDS MUSICAL PRACTICE Room 402 (begins 8/25)
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 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) Room 105
YOUTH
SUNDAYS
9:30 am WORSHIP (Look for the youth up front) Sanctuary
10:45 am YOUTH (7th – 12th GRADES) WhereHouse
10:45 am CONFIRMATION WhereHouse (begins 9/8)
11:00 am CLUB 56 (5th & 6th Grades) 4th Floor, Room 404
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
Weekly & Monthly Events
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 THE GAP -Room 101
11:00 am BECOMERS -Zoom & Room 103
11:00 am DISCIPLE MAKERS -Library-Room 212
11:00 am SOJOURNERS -Room 208 (Returns Sept 8)
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-Room 214
6:30 pm PAUL BIBLE STUDY (Pastor Margaret) -Room 208 (Begins 9/11)
6:30 pm LEADERSHIP STUDY (Pastor Bob) -Chapel
6:30 pm THE BIBLE JESUS READ (Pat Mason) -Room 103
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
9:30 am KIDS MUSICAL PRACTICE -Room 402
10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312
12:10 pm HANDBELLS -Room 310 (Returns 9/8)
TUESDAYS
6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP TEAM -Sanctuary
WEDNESDAYS
5:00 pm KIDS MUSIC (Age 4-8th Grade) Chapel -RETURNING on Sept 4th
7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312 -RETURNING on Sept 4th
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
9:00 am NURTURE PILLAR
