February 11 Sanctuary Worship Bulletin

First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida   

Order of Worship – February 11, 2024 - 11 a.m.   

Transfiguration of the Lord 

Rev. Ginny Ellis 

Prelude: “Aria,” Eugene Butler (b. 1935) - Jack Rain, organ   

Welcome and Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Ginny Ellis 

Call to Worship  - Ginny Ellis

You are with us, God of sunrises,

Each bright new day overflowing with promise. 

You are with us, inviting God, 

Calling us to share your spirit of grace and hope. 

You are with us, glory of God, 

Gathering us into the presence of your peace, listening to the deep sighs of our hearts. 

We worship you.

*Processional Hymn #190: “Swiftly Pass the Clouds of Glory” GENEVA                              

Lighting the Pease Candle/Passing of the Peace - Susan Schlecht

      …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 

Minute for Ministry: Stephen Ministry                                                     

Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Susan Schlecht

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:   

We give thanks, O Lord, for the privilege of receiving. Now we also give thanks for the privilege of giving. For while in receiving we are filled, in giving we are fulfilled. So it is that we give both ourselves and our substance for your glory and service, in the name of Christ. Amen. 

Offertory: “Festive Praise,” Susan E. Geschke - Handbell Choir 

*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH  

Prayer for Illumination - Robin Lyle                                                   

First Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12 - Robin Lyle

Chancel Choir Anthem: “I Must Tell Jesus,” arr. Lloyd Larson - Lindsey Collins, soprano  

Sermon Scripture: Mark 9:2-9 - Ginny Ellis 

Sermon: “Down the Mountain” - Ginny Ellis                                                                                                                 

Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer - Ginny Ellis                                

*Hymn #193: “Jesus, Take Us to the Mountain” UNSER HERRSCHER  

Charge & Benediction - Ginny Ellis   

Postlude: “An Exhortation to Praise,” Lani Smith (1934–2015) - Jack Rain, organ 

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Announcements:

Today, February 11

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

Monday, February 12

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

Tuesday, February 13

  • Beth Moore Bible Study (“A Study of Philippians - The Surpassing Value of Knowing Christ”), 9 a.m., Youth Center

Wednesday, February 14

  • Ash Wednesday: Drive-through ashes and communion in the front circle drive from 12-2 p.m.

  • Ash Wednesday worship service, Chapel, 7 p.m.

Thursday, February 15

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

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

Friday, February 16

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

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

Sunday, February 18

  • Mission Sunday! We are collecting kids’ shoes (all sizes), as well as money for socks, then we’ll be boxing/packing them for distribution at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

  • 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

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

Upcoming Events:

  • Wednesday, February 21, 6 p.m., Join us for our next Beach Drive Forum: Standing on the Promises: The Woodson African-American Museum of Florida on the Historic Gas Plant Site

  • Thursday, February 22, Evening at the Dalí Museum, 5:01 p.m. (discounted admission for adults after 5:00 is $14.50/person)

Amy McCutcheon