8/20/23 Bulletin & Order of Service

Welcome to St Pete First United Methodist Church! 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.

Rev. Bob Martin, Senior Pastor

Rev. Margaret Rountree, Associate Pastor

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Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost

Traditional Worship—8 & 11 AM

August 20, 2023

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

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PRELUDE

(8:00) Gwenn Weston- Pianist

(11:00) "How Fair and How Pleasant Art Thou" by Marcel Dupre

Robert Todd-Guest Organist

(11:00) CHORAL INTROIT

"Our Sacrifice of Praise" by Don Wyrtzen

Chancel Choir

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Pastor: Life can sometimes be very difficult.

People: We look around and wonder where God is.

Pastor: In the midst of our trials and tribulations, God is with us.

People: God surrounds us with love and courage.

Pastor: Come, let us praise God for God’s abiding presence.

People: Lord, thank you for always being with us, even when we don’t recognize your loving presence.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

"Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" Number 103

*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) CHORAL ANTHEM

"The Presence of God" by Jay Althouse

Chancel Choir

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

(8:00) Gwenn Weston-Pianist

(11:00) "Communion" from Messe Basse by Louis Vierne

Robert Todd-Guest Organist

*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

“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” Number 349

SERMON

"Suffering is Part of the Journey" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Revelation 2:8-11 (NLT)

*HYMN OF DEDICATION

"He Touched Me" Number 367

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

(8:00) Gwenn Weston- Pianist

(11:00) Prelude in C Major ("Weimar") by J.S. Bach

Robert Todd-Guest Organist

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Joe V. Gonzalez, whose memorial service was yesterday, from his family.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Reminder: If you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship. COVID is spiking again in Florida and we want to keep everyone safe!

Contemporary Worship - 9:30 AM

August 20, 2023

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Praise & Worship

"This Is Amazing Grace"

"Great Are You Lord"

"Jesus Paid It All"

Passing the Peace

Worship with Our Tithes and Offerings

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"You Are My King (Amazing Love)"

Sermon

"Suffering is Part of the Journey" Rev. Bob Martin

Text: Revelation 2:8-11 (NLT)

Worship Song

“Tremble”

Benediction

The flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Joe V. Gonzalez, whose memorial service was yesterday, from his family.

Thank you for joining us this morning!

Reminder: If you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship. COVID is spiking again in Florida and we want to keep everyone safe!

A NOTE FROM PASTOR BOB One of the things that made me fall in love with this church is our focus on the city of St. Petersburg. I truly believe our church to be one that in ministry and mission we want to see positive changes in our community. Whether it be our outreach and providing food for those who are challenged to find a meal each day to offering camps and connection points for kids and youth all year long, we are making a difference. Someone once said it takes a village to make things happen. I interpret that statement as one saying with people working together things can really happen for the good. I want to stretch that statement because I think a village of people working together is meaningful, but for me, it takes one more thing to make it authentic and true: it takes heart! I love St. Pete First United Methodist Church because we have that kind of heart. Not only the heart to lead people to the love and grace of Jesus Christ but the love for our city and everyone who lives here. That is why I believe St Pete First United Methodist Church is the “heart of the city!”

— Pastor Bob

Wednesday Night Dinner & Wednesday Night Live

Returns on September 6!

Last Week's Attendance Numbers

Thank you for joining us for worship! These are our attendance numbers for worship from last week. We hope to see you again next week!

August 13: In Person 441 // Online 373

Confirmation Meeting (8/27):

Confirmation is beginning September 10 for youth in 7th & 8th grades. There will be an informational youth and parents meeting on August 27th at 12 noon in the WhereHouse. Contact KayLee Bennett KBennett@fumcsp.org

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner (8/30):

Our wonderful volunteers at St Pete First are invited to a special dinner on August 30th! Bring the family! Or invite a friend! Click here to RSVP or call the church office (727-894-4661) no later than Monday, August 28th.

Wednesday Night Live (begins 9/6):

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Discover SHAPE (begins 9/6):

Join us on Wednesday nights as we stretch ourselves to explore our spiritual gifts and find our place in the life of the church. You are only seven weeks away from your perfect fit at St. Pete First! Get in SHAPE! Click here to sign up.

Help us SERVE on Wednesday Nights:

Wednesday Night Dinner returns September 6th! As always, it's a team effort. Contact Chad at 727-667-7169 or email csimonds@fumcsp.org to join a service team. We can't do it without you!

Order your St. Pete First T-Shirts here:

Did you miss our last t-shirt order? Need another color? Ordering is open now and will remain open until Friday, September 8. Get a St. Pete First t-shirt to wear to church events, volunteer work, or around town! Click here for more information and to order online.

Join us in the Chancel Choir or Fellowship Ringers:

The Chancel Choir and Handbell choir are always looking for volunteers who have a heart for worship and aren't afraid to get up and show it! Attend a rehearsal to sign up—all that is required is a heart for music and worship! You don’t need to read music or have a solo voice. We would love to add your voice, heart, and spirit to our groups! Contact Derek Weston DWeston@fumcsp.org

To see our list of job openings, visit our Job Center: https://www.stpetefirst.org/job-center.

KIDS

SUNDAYS

9:30 AM

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

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 (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

5:00 PM KIDS PRAISE TEAM (Age 4-5th 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 CONFIRMATION WhereHouse (begins 9/10/23)

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 (returns 9/17/23)

WEDNESDAYS (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

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 (Returning 9/17/23)

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 (Returning 9/10)

MONDAYS

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

TUESDAYS

1:00 pm United Women in Faith Deborah Circle (2nd Tuesdays) -Room 103 (Returning in September)

WEDNESDAYS (Wednesday Night Live/Dinner returns 9/6/23)

5:30 pm DINNER Fellowship Hall

6:30 pm BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S GROUP Parlor -Room 214

6:30 pm BIBLE 101 - A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO BIBLE STUDY -Room 103

6:30 pm DISCOVER SHAPE -Room 214

6:30 pm PASTOR MARGE'S ESTHER BIBLE STUDY -Room 208 (Begins Oct. 4)

THURSDAYS

7:30 am THURSDAY MEN’S STUDY -Zoom

2:00 pm United Women in Faith Abigails (4th Thursdays) -Room 103 (Returning in September)

MUSIC

SUNDAYS

10:15 am CHANCEL CHOIR -Room 312

12:10 pm HANDBELLS -Room 310 (Returning in September)

TUESDAYS

6:00 pm IGNITE WORSHIP PRACTICE -Sanctuary

WEDNESDAYS

7:30 pm CHANCEL CHOIR PRACTICE -Room 312 (Sundays only 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 -Room 101

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

6:00 PM INVITE PILLAR

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

2:00 PM NURTURE PILLAR