November 12 - 9 AM Connect Service

November 12, 2023 – 9 a.m. Connect Worship Service

Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost / Mission Sunday

Guest Preacher: Rev. Sam Picard

Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark

1st Gathering Song: “God of Wonders” - FPC Praise Band

2nd Gathering Song: “Love the Lord” - FPC Praise Band                                                                                     

Call to Worship - Rev. Jeanie Barnes

In the cross and the empty tomb, we see God’s love and power perfectly.

      Help us accept your love for us.

Jesus calls us to follow him and to love others as he loves us.

      Step by stumbling step, we seek to follow with love for all.

Lighting the Peace Candle and Passing the Peace - Jeanie Barnes

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

Response: “We Believe” - FPC Praise Band 

Moment for All Ages - Jeanie Barnes & Rev. Sam Picard 

Worship Song: “Blessed Be Your Name” - FPC Praise Band 

Invitation to Offering - Kirby Volz                                                                     

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication: 

We dedicate these gifts, Lord, even as we dedicate ourselves, trusting you in times of hope and challenge. Use us, Lord, in the work of that kingdom and make us truly grateful for all your gifts.  Amen.

Offertory Song: “Good, Good Father” - FPC Praise Band 

Prayer for Illumination - Kirby Volz

First Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4 - Kirby Volz

Second Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13 - Kirby Volz 

Sermon Scripture: Romans 4:13-25 - Sam Picard

Sermon: “Called to Welcome and Adventure” - Sam Picard            

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer - Jeanie Barnes 

Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Jeanie Barnes

Final Song: “God So Loved” - FPC Praise Band 

Benediction - Sam Picard and Jeanie Barnes                       

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Announcements:

Today, November 12

  • MissionSunday; we are bagging items for hygiene bags for CASA in the Fellowship Hall...join us after this service!

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

Monday, November 13

  • Lectio Divina, taking a break Nov. 13 and 20

Tuesday, November 14

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

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., Chapel

Wednesday, November 15

  • Beach Drive Forum: “Understanding Mental Health Challenges Faced by Transgender Youth” by Jenny Gould, M.D. 6 p.m., Fellowship Hall

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

Thursday, November 16

  • Bell Choir Rehearsal, 6 p.m., Choir Room

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

Friday, November 17

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

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

Saturday, November 18

  • Friendsgiving at the Mossmans’ house, 6 p.m. Please RSVP to Karen (727-400-5079) 

Sunday, November 19

  • 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-206

  • Teens class meets at 10 a.m. in Room S-205 (every other week)

Upcoming Events:

  • Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24, Church Office closed for the Thanksgiving holiday

  • Saturday, Nov. 25, FPC participates in the downtown Santa Parade

  • Thursday, November 30, 5 p.m., Blue Christmas Comfort Service. This service is meant to provide comfort, especially for those feeling sadness this holiday season. All are welcome.

Amy McCutcheon