July 23 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida   

Order of Worship – July 23, 2023 – 11 a.m.   

Eighth Sunday after Pentecost 

Rev. Ginny Ellis 

Prelude: “Processional in D,” David N. Johnson (1922–1987)  - Jack Rain, organ 

Welcome and Announcements   - Rev. Jeanie Barnes

Call to Worship   - Jeanie Barnes 

For faith that brings us together in your name;

For hope that grows out of the vision of your promised kingdom and your justice;

For love that becomes most real in one child, who became a man, who touched many lives, including ours, who made a cross into a place not only of triumph, but also of peace;

We praise you Lord God. Hallelujah! Amen. 

Singing of Hymns   

#664: “Morning Has Broken” BUNESSAN 

#721:  “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” PESCADOR DE HOMBRES           

Morning Prayer and Lighting of the Peace Candle  - Rev. Ginny Ellis

Moment for All Ages - Jeanie Barnes

Special Music: “Offertory” by John Ness Beck - Barbara Brownlee, soprano

Prayer for Illumination  - Joe Folz                                              

First Scriptures:   Galatians 5:22-23, Isaiah 2:2-4 - Joe Folz

Sermon Scripture: John 14:22-27 - Ginny Ellis  

Sermon:  “Peace of God” - Ginny Ellis  

Time of Response  

Presentation of our Gifts - Ginny Ellis

…Please join me in our unison prayer:

O Great Spirit, You created the earth. We are part of the earth, and the earth is part of us.  We are connected because you connect us.  May these gifts help unite us and repair broken people and things.  In Jesus' name we pray.  Amen.

Passing of the Peace - Ginny Ellis

The Peace of Christ be with you. / And also with You. 

Doxology  OLD HUNDREDTH 

Closing Hymn #378: “We Wait the Peaceful Kingdom” MERLE’S TUNE     

Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis       

May the peace of Christ be with you.  / And also with you.   

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. / Alleluia! Amen.  

Postlude: “Toccata in C,” Johann Pachelbel (1653–1706) - Jack Rain, organ 

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Announcements

Today, July 23

  • A Stephen Minister, wearing a blue stole, is available at the close of this service.

Tuesday July 25

  • “Christmas in July” event in the Fellowship Hall, from 5-7 p.m. We’ll have a make-your-own sandwich bar and ice cream sundae bar, followed by a fun evening of Christmas crafts for young and old alike. Please RSVP to the Church Office.

Wednesday July 26

  • Praise Band rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center

Friday, July 28

  • Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom

Sunday, July 30

  • MissionSunday! We’ll be stuffing backpacks for underserved K-5 students in our community in the Fellowship Hall from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. We will also have “Crazy Hat Day” during our worship services, where you can wear your favorite hat: an elegant church hat, a crazy bonnet, a favorite team cap, whatever!

  • Childcare available 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pickups, Room 203

  • Faith Journey class meets at 10 a.m. in Room S-202

  • Join us for a 90-minute guided tour of the James Western Museum in downtown St. Pete at 1 p.m. Please RSVP to Dave Hunt (727-739-6961). Carpool from the church (12:45) or meet at the door at 1 p.m. Cost is $18 per person at the door. 

Upcoming Events:

  • Monday, July 31, 1:30-3 p.m., Card Fellowship, N-218

  • Friday, August 4, Pizza and Movie Night, 5-7 p.m., Fellowship Hall

  • Saturday, August 12, 4 p.m., Faith Day at the Rays. Deadline for reserving tickets is Sunday, August 6 (call the Church Office or see Dave Aumack for details).

Amy McCutcheon