February 9 - Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida   

Order of Worship – 11 a.m. Sanctuary service 

February 9, 2025 - Fifth Sunday After Epiphany 

Rev. Robert Galloway

Prelude: Chorale and improvisation on “Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier,” (Dearest Jesus, we are here; hymn 395), Paul Manz (1919–2009) - Jack Rain, organ

Welcome & Announcements (for complete list of upcoming events, please see below) - Rev. Robert Galloway

Call to Worship - Robert Galloway

Come, all who are called by Christ.  

We come to follow where He leads.  

Jesus sends us to proclaim the good news.  

The kingdom of heaven is near!  

Rely on God's provision and walk in faith.  

We trust in the One who sends us!                                                                                                                                   

Processional Hymn #4: “Holy God, We Praise Your Name”  GROSSER GOTT, WIR LOBEN DICH 

Call to Confession - Peter Armacost

Prayer of Confession (unison) - Peter Armacost                                                                                             

Loving God, you send us out, yet we hesitate to go. You provide for us, yet we live in fear of scarcity. You call us to proclaim your kingdom, yet we stay silent. Forgive us, O Lord. Strengthen our faith, renew our courage, and lead us in the way of discipleship, that we may serve you with joy and boldness. In Christ’s name, Amen. 

Assurance of Pardon - Peter Armacost                                                                                                       

…Friends, believe the Good News: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. 

Passing the Peace - Peter Armacost                                                                                                            

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

*Response #611:  “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” stanza 1 only HYMN TO JOY 

Time for Young Disciples - Robert Galloway

Prayer for Illumination - Mary-Linda Armacost

Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 6:1-8 - Mary-Linda Armacost

New Testament Reading: Matthew 10:1-14 - Robert Galloway 

…The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. 

Sermon - Robert Galloway 

*Hymn #369: “Blessing and Honor” O QUANTA QUALIA

Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Mary-Linda Armacost

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:  

Holy and loving God, we offer these gifts with gratitude, knowing that all we have is from you. Bless these offerings, that they may support your work which brings hope to all. Make us mindful stewards of our money, time, energy, and lives. Teach us to give freely and joyfully, trusting that you provide for us in abundance. Grant that we live in ways that further your justice, mercy, and peace in the world. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen. 

Offertory Anthem: “When in Our Music God Is Glorified,” arr., Harriet Ziegenhals - Chancel Choir          

*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH                                                 

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer - Robert Galloway

*Closing Hymn #726: “Will You Come and Follow Me” KELVINGROVE 

Charge & Benediction - Robert Galloway

Postlude: “Holy God, We Praise Thy Name” (hymn 4), Paul Manz (1919–2009) - Jack Rain, organ 

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Announcements:

Today, February 9

  • A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service

  • Arts Connection Gallery open until 12:30 p.m.

  • Men’s Meatloaf ministry, 1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall 

Monday, February 10

  • Lectio/Visio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom

Tuesday, February 11

  • Ladies’ Bible Study, 9 a.m., Youth Center

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., Chapel

Wednesday, February 12

  • “Share the Love” Wednesday Night Dinner, 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Please use the link in First News to RSVP.

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

Thursday, February 13

  • Chancel Choir Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Room

Friday, February 14

  • Men's Bible Study, 8 a.m., Room N-123

  • Memorial service for Alyce Bender, 11 a.m., Sanctuary

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

Sunday, February 16

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

  • Connect Service, 9 a.m., Youth Center

  • Power Hour class, 10 a.m., Church Office Conference Room

  • Children’s Sunday School, (Pre-K-5th), 10 a.m., Room S-202

  • Faith Journey class, 9:45 a.m., Chapel

  • “Next” Adult class, 10 a.m., Room N-123 

Upcoming Events:

  • Tuesday, February 18, 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., “Alcohol Ink” Workshops with local artist Patricia Chase. Please RSVP to bvivio@gmail.com.

  • Wednesday, February 19, 5:30 p.m., Beach Drive Forum with Dr. Ray Arsenault, Fellowship Hall

  • March 2, 10 a.m., Annual Congregational Meeting, Sanctuary

  • March 2, 4 p.m., “Bon Voyage” concert, Sanctuary

Amy McCutcheon