January 16 Worship Service Bulletin
First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida
Order of Worship - January 16, 2022 – 10 a.m.
Second Sunday after Epiphany
Rev. Ginny Ellis
Prelude: “Trumpet Voluntary” (Larghetto and Allegro), John Bennett (1735–1784) - Performed by Jack Rain, organ
Welcome & Announcements - Rev. Ginny Ellis
Call to Worship - Rev. Megan McMillan
Today, the words of God come to us, in love,
Inviting us to not be afraid, but to place our faith in God.
Today, the word of God comes to us, in faith,
Inviting us to trust in the One who knows us, to place our trust in the One who saves us.
Today, the Word of God comes to us, in hope,
Inviting us to be gracious and courageous in our love and service to others.
Hymn #727: “Will You Let Me Be Your Servant?” THE SERVANT SONG
Call to Reconciliation - Megan McMillan
We plead ignorance, but we know. We know the hurt we have caused, the names we have called other people, the love we hold back from family and friends. Let us confess the shadows of our lives, so the light of God’s mercy might illumine us. Please join me as we pray together.
Unison Prayer of Forgiveness - Megan McMillan
If we are to have any hope, Transforming God, we must face the reality of our lives, putting a name to our failings. You hand us a bouquet of gifts, but we let them wither by not placing them in your living water. You call us to speak out for those who love in the corners and cupboards of our world, but we think our silence helps them. We listen to those who say trusting you is a sign of weakness, rather than listening to your invitation to hope in you always. You will not rest until we are one with you, God of Peace, so forgive us and fill us with your mercy. Help us respond to opportunities to serve your people. May your Spirit teach us the new language of faith, so we can confess Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. Silence is kept.
Assurance of Forgiveness - Megan McMillan
This is the good news: you are God’s delight, you are God’s joy, you are God’s beloved. God will not remain silent but will call you by name.
From the farthest corners of heaven to this very place, from God’s heart to ours – we are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Amen.
Passing of the Peace - Megan McMillan
The peace of Christ be with you / And also with you
Response Hymn # 441: “Hear the Good News of Salvation” (verse 1 only) NETTLETON
Moment for All Ages - Ginny Ellis
Prayer for Illumination - Gretchen Letterman
1st Scripture Reading: Exodus 3:1-4 - Gretchen Letterman
Praise Song: “In Christ Alone” - Performed by FPC Praise Band
Sermon Scripture: Acts 7:20-29 - Ginny Ellis
Sermon: “Moses Steps Aside” - Ginny Ellis
Praise Song: “Rising” - FPC Praise Band
Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Gretchen Letterman
Offertory: “T’Filat Haderech” (Traveler’s Prayer), Debbie Friedman - Performed by Victoria Stout, alto
Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Prayers of the People - Megan McMillan
Hymn #720: “Jesus Calls Us” GALILEE
Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis
Postlude: “Voluntary,” Op. VII, No. 9 (Largo), Charles John Stanley (1712–1786) - Performed by Jack Rain, organ