August 27 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida  

Order of Worship – August 27, 2023 – 11 a.m.  

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Rev. Ginny Ellis  

Prelude: “Aria,” Andrew Carter (b. 1939) - Jack Rain, organ

Welcome and Announcements - Rev. Ginny Ellis

Call to Worship - Ginny Ellis

Through the abundance of your steadfast love, I enter your house.

In awe of you, I will bow down in your holy temple.

Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness.

Make your way straight before me.              

Singing of Hymns   

#465: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” CONVERSE

#286: “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” TRENTHAM  

Morning Prayer and Lighting of the Peace Candle - Rev. Jeanie Barnes

Moment for All Ages - Jeanie Barnes 

Guest Musician: “Méditation” from Thaïs, Jules Massenet (1842–1912) - Rebecca Douglass, violin

Prayer for Illumination - Dave Hunt           

First Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6 - Dave Hunt 

Sermon Scripture: Galatians 5:13-23 - Ginny Ellis 

Sermon: “Gentleness: Putting It Into Context” - Ginny Ellis 

Time of Response - Ginny Ellis

Presentation of our Gifts and Doxology 

Unison Prayer:

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.

Passing of the Peace - Ginny Ellis 

Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH

Closing Hymn #69: “I, the Lord of Sea and Sky” HERE I AM

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: “The God of Abraham Praise” (variations on Leoni, hymn 49), G. Winston Cassler (1906–1990)) - Jack Rain, organ

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Announcements

Today, August 27

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

  • Fellowship Event at the Imagine Museum, 1 p.m. Tickets are $5; see Dave Hunt after the service for more info!

Monday, August 28

  • Lectio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom

  • Realm (new database/directory) roll-out emails will start

Tuesday, August 29

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., virtual

Wednesday, August 30

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

Friday, September 1

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

Sunday, September 3

  • 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

Upcoming Events:

  • Monday, September 4, Church Office closed for Labor Day

  • Sunday, September 10 - Fall Sunday School Kick-Off, with new classes starting at 10 a.m. for adults, young adults, and children.

  • Wednesday, September 13, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday night supper and Kids’ Choir, 6:10 p.m.

  • Sunday, September 17, 4 p.m., “Hope for Ukraine” concert. Plan to attend, and feel free to invite family, friends, and neighbors! You can still give us support as we fill the many volunteer slots for hosting this concert and the Ukrainian musicians. See Fran Sims for more details.

  • Wednesday, September 20, 6 p.m., Beach Drive Forum

Amy McCutcheon