October 8 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin
First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida
Order of Worship – 10/08/2023– 11 a.m.
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. Ginny Ellis
*Please stand if you can comfortably do so.
Prelude: “Little Triptych on Leoni” (hymn 445), Camil van Hulse (1897–1988) - Jack Rain, organ
Welcome and Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Rev. Ginny Ellis
Call to Worship - Kirby Volz
Blessed are they who call on the name of the Lord.
God is good and welcomes all who call upon His name.
Let us sing our praise and join in the fellowship of faith.
Blessed be the name of the Lord!
*Processional Hymn #20: “All Things Bright and Beautiful” ROYAL OAK
*The Apostles’ Creed - Kirby Volz
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living 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.
The Lighting of the Peace Candle and the Passing of the Peace - Rev. Jeanie Barnes
May the peace of Christ be with you. / And also with you.
Response #71: “Surely, It Is God Who Saves Me” (refrain only, sung twice) FIRST SONG
The Sacrament of Baptism: Mary-Rhame, daughter of Charlie and Mary-Charlotte Bardin
Hymn #487: “These Treasured Children” PUER NOBIS NASCITUR
Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Susan Luehrs
…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:
We dedicate these gifts, Lord, even as we dedicate ourselves, trusting you in all times of our lives. Use us, Lord, in the work of Your kingdom and make us truly grateful for all your gifts. Amen.
Offertory Anthem: “Be Thou My Vision” arr. Parker - Chancel Choir
Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Prayer for Illumination - Susan Luehrs
First Scripture: Genesis 45:4-10 -
Susan Luehrs
Sermon Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7 - Ginny Ellis
Sermon: “Sailing Crew: Working Together” - Ginny Ellis
Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer - Jeanie Barnes
*Hymn #445: “God, How Can We Forgive” LEONI
Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis
Postlude: “Toccata on Leoni” (hymn 445), Gordon Young (1919–1998) - Jack Rain, organ
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Announcements:
Today, October 8
A Stephen Minister, wearing a blue stole, is available at the close of this service
* Men’s Meal Ministry, 2 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Visioning Conversation # 2, 4 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Monday, October 9
Lectio Divina, 10 a.m. via Zoom
Tuesday, October 10
Ladies’ Bible Study, 9 a.m., Youth Center
Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., Chapel
Wednesday, October 11
Senior Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Wednesday Night Dinner, 5:30 p.m.; Kids’ Choir, 6:10 p.m.
Praise Band rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center
Thursday, October 12
Bell Choir Rehearsal, 6 p.m., Choir Suite
Chancel Choir Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Suite
Friday, October 13
Men’s Bible Study, 8 a.m., Room N-123
Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom
Saturday, October 14
Solar Eclipse Viewing and Picnic, starting at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 15
Childcare available 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pickups, Room S-203
Faith Journey class meets at 9:45 a.m. in Room S-202
Power Hour class meets at 10 a.m. in the Youth Center
Young Adults/Parents class meets at 10 a.m. in Room S-206
Teens class meets at 10 a.m. in Room S-205
Congregational Meeting after each worship service
Visioning Conversation # 3, 4 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Beach Drive Forum: An Untold Story of World War II: Tuskegee Airmen Nurses, as told by author Pia Jordan. Childcare is available with advance RSVP.
Sunday, Oct. 22, Presbyterian Heritage Sunday
Saturday, Oct. 28, 4-6 p.m., Trunk or Treat