September 3 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida  

Order of Worship – September 3, 2023 – 11 a.m.  

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost / Lord’s Supper

Rev. Ginny Ellis   

Prelude - “Partita on Ora Labora” (Come, Labor on, hymn 719), Austin C. Lovelace (1919–2010) - Jack Rain, organ 

Welcome and Announcements (see below for complete list)- Rev. Jeanie Barnes

Call to Worship - Jeanie Barnes

To all those who know what it is to be lonely or afraid.
To all those who know about despair and weariness.
And to all those ready to find faith and rest in the Lord.
Ready to come in praise and joy
Ready to be filled with God’s love.
Come, let us worship God. 

Singing of Favorite Hymns   

#630: “Fairest Lord Jesus” CRUSADERS’ HYMN

#216: “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” ST. CHRISTOPHER

Lighting of the Peace Candle - Rev. Ginny Ellis

Moment for All Ages - Ginny Ellis                                                    

Special Music - “Ayre” by Georg Philipp Telemann (1681–1767), “Trumpet Tune and March” by Jeremiah Clarke (1673–1707) - Chuck Seipp, trumpet

Prayer for Illumination - Jim Garnett                                                  

First Scriptures: Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Samuel 12:1-7a - Jim Garnett                       

Sermon Scripture: Romans 7:15-20b - Ginny Ellis 

Sermon: “Self-Control” - Ginny Ellis 

Presentation of our Gifts - Ginny Ellis

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

SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER - Jeanie Barnes                                                         

Invitation 

The Lord be with you. And also with you.

Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.

The Words of Institution and the Lord's Prayer  

The Communion of the People                                                          

Prayer of Thanksgiving  

Closing Hymn #722: “Lord, Speak to Me that I May Speak” CANONBURY 

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: “La Réjouissance” (The Rejoicing) from Music for the Royal Fireworks, G. F. Händel (1685–1759) - Chuck Seipp, trumpet 

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Announcements

Today, September 3

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

Monday, September 4

  • Lectio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom

  • Church Office closed for Labor Day

Tuesday, September 5

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., virtual

Wednesday, September 6

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

Thursday, September 7

  • God Squad Craft Night, 5:30 p.m., Room S-100

Friday, September 8

  • Men’s Bible Study, 8 a.m. (new time!), Room N-123

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

Sunday, September 10

  • 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

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

Upcoming Events:

  • Wednesday, September 13, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Night Suppers resume! Join us in Fellowship Hall for a BBQ! Our new Kids’ Choir will also kick off at 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: What Makes a Poem? by St. Petersburg Poet Laureate Gloria Muñoz.

Amy McCutcheon