August 13 - 9 AM Connect Service Bulletin

August 13, 2023 – Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

9 a.m. Connect Worship Service 

Rev. Ginny Ellis 

Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark

1st Gathering Song: “Who You Say I Am” - FPC Praise Band

2nd Gathering Song: “Lord, I Need You” - FPC Praise Band

Call to Worship - Rev. Jeanie Barnes

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me,”

He instructed his disciples, “do not hinder them,

for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."

We welcome children in his name, with the love that comes from Jesus.

The Apostles Creed (unison)

I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Lighting the Peace Candle and Passing the Peace - Rev. Ginny Ellis

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

Response: “We Believe” - FPC Praise Band  

Moment for All Ages - Ginny Ellis

Sacrament of Baptism: Penny and Clayton Heinsimer 

Worship Song: “Holy Water” - FPC Praise Band

Invitation to Offering - Kyle Brinkman

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:

With grateful hearts we come, Gracious God, bringing these gifts for your service. We offer ourselves also; receive and bless us as your faithful servants. In Jesus' name, Amen. 

Offertory Song: “Glorious Day” - FPC Praise Band  

Prayer for Illumination - Kyle Brinkman                                                                 

1st Scriptures: Galatians 5:22-23, Psalm 1 - Kyle Brinkman

Sermon Scripture: Titus 2:1, 11-13, 3:1-5 - Ginny Ellis 

Sermon: “Embodying Goodness” - Ginny Ellis            

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

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

Final Song: “God of Wonders” - FPC Praise Band  

Benediction - Ginny Ellis           

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Announcements

Today, August 13

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

  • There are sign-up tables today as we prepare for the upcoming “Hope for Ukraine” concert. Please stop by!

  • Men’s Meal Ministry cooking for Pinellas Hope, 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall kitchen. Volunteers welcome!

Monday, August 14

  • Lectio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom

Tuesday, August 15

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., virtual

Wednesday August 16

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

Friday, August 18

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

Sunday, August 20

  • Blessing of the Backpacks, both worship services. All our church and school children are invited to join us to get their backpacks blessed for the new school year.

  • 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

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

  • Sunday, September 17, 4 p.m., “Hope for Ukraine” concert. Plan to attend, and feel free to invite family, friends, and neighbors!

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

Amy McCutcheon