March 26 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida  

Order of Worship – March 26, 2023– 11 a.m.  

5th Sunday in Lent

Rev. Ginny Ellis

Prelude: “Aus der Tiefe rufe ich, Herr, zu dir” (Out of the depths I call, Lord, to Thee), Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714–1788) - Jack Rain, organ

Welcome and Announcements - Rev. Jeanie Barnes 

Introit: “We Thy People, Praise Thee” - Handbell Choir

Call to Worship - Jeanie Barnes

In this sanctuary the holiness of your presence fills us with awe.

Here in this sanctuary, O God, we find our safe place in you.

In this sanctuary we welcome all to experience your grace,

For holiness and safety are needed by us all.

Come worship God in this safe and holy place.

Processional Hymn #209: “My Song Is Love Unknown” LOVE UNKNOWN

Prayer of the Day - Jeanie Barnes

Passing of the Peace - Jeanie Barnes

Be at peace with God, with yourself, and with one another. 

The peace of Christ be with you. / And also with you 

Response #322: “We Are One in Christ Jesus” (sung twice) SOMOS UNO 

Moment for All Ages - Rev. Ginny Ellis 

Minute for Mission: Cedarkirk Retreat - Kathy Bardin 

Musical Meditation “Now, on Land and Sea Descending” arr. James D. Kimball - Handbell Choir

Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Mike Hurtubise

…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: “I Sought the Lord” by David Ashley White - Chancel Choir

Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH

Prayer for Illumination - Mike Hurtubise

First Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8 - Mike Hurtubise

Solo: “It Is Enough” from Elijah, Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847) - Todd Donovan, baritone 

Sermon Scripture: Romans 12:1-5 - Ginny Ellis 

Sermon: “Discernment – The Skipper’s Voice” - Ginny Ellis

Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer - Ginny Ellis

Hymn #307: “God of Grace and God of Glory” CWM RHONDDA 

Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis

Postlude: “Aus der Tiefe/Heinlein” (Forty Days and Forty Nights, hymn 167), Christopher Tambling (b. 1964) - Jack Rain, organ