January 21 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin
First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida
Order of Worship – January 21, 2024– 11 a.m.
Third Sunday after Epiphany
Rev. Ginny Ellis
Prelude: “Prelude and Fugue in D Minor,” “Prelude and Fugue in F Major,” Johann Caspar Simon (1701–1776) - Jack Rain, organ
Welcome and Announcements (for complete list, please see below)- Ginny Ellis
Call to Worship - Ginny Ellis
Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.
Before the mountains were brought forth,
Or before you had formed the earth
From everlasting to everlasting, you are God.
Be our stronghold, O God, be the rock of our refuge.
*Processional Hymn #159: “O Sing a Song of Bethlehem” KINGSFOLD
Prayer of the Day and the Lord’s Prayer - Ginny Ellis
The Lighting of the Peace Candle and the Passing of the Peace - Fran Sims
…The peace of Christ be with you. / And also with you.
*Response #620: “Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven” v. 1 LAUDA ANIMA
Moment for All Ages - Ginny Ellis
Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Fran Sims
…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:
Giver of Life, behind this offering lies the busyness of our world: the office, the home, the classroom, the highways, and the corridors. Save us from creating a world where wealth accumulates and people decay. Accept this offering and our lives, limited as they are, as willing instruments for good in your world. Amen.
Offertory Anthem: “The Majesty and Glory of Your Name,” Tom Fettke (b. 1941) - Chancel Choir
*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Prayer for Illumination - Jim Garnett
Sermon Scripture: Mark 1:14-20 - Jim Garnett
Sermon: “The Fishermen Follow” - Ginny Ellis
Installation of Officers
Statement on Ordination & Installation
Profession of Faith
Constitutional Questions
To the Candidates
To the Congregation
Prayer of Ordination and Installation
Laying on of Hands
Declaration of Ordination and Installation
*Hymn #69: “I, the Lord of Sea and Sky” HERE I AM
Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis
Postlude: “Toccata in F,” Dietrich Buxtehude (1637–1707) - Jack Rain, organ
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Announcements:
Today, January 21
A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service
The Explorers of FPC outing to the Museum of Arts & Crafts Movement, 1 p.m. (tickets: $25 at the door; $23 for seniors)
Monday, January 22
Lectio/Visio Divina, 10 a.m. via Zoom
Tuesday, January 23
Beth Moore Bible Study (“A Study of Philippians - The Surpassing Value of Knowing Christ”), 9 a.m., Youth Center
Wednesday, January 24
Praise Band rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center
Thursday, January 25
Bell Choir Rehearsal, 6 p.m., Choir Room
Chancel Choir Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Room
Friday, January 26
Men’s Bible Study, 8 a.m., Room N-123
Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom
Sunday, January 28
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-100 (new!)
Teens class meets at 10 a.m. in Room S-205 (every other week)
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, January 31, 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Covered-Dish Dinner, Fellowship Hall; 6:10 p.m., Kids’ Choir.
Saturday, February 3, 7 p.m., St. Olaf Choir Concert in the Sanctuary. This is a ticketed event ($40/adults & seniors; $10 for students); call 800-363-5487 for details.
Sunday, February 4, Annual Congregational Meeting at the end of each worship service.