November 2 - Sanctuary Worship Bulletin
First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, Florida
Order of Worship – November 2, 2025 – 11 a.m.
Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost / All Saints Day / Lord’s Supper
Rev. Robert Galloway
Prelude: “Chorale” and “Aria” from Partita on “For All the Saints,” David M. Cherwien (b. 1957) - Jack Rain, organ
Welcome & Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Rev. Robert Galloway
Introit: excerpt from “Fly Away Home,” arr. Mary McDonald (b. 1956) - Chancel Choir
Some glad mornin’ when this life is o’er
I’ll fly away to a home on God’s celestial shore, I’ll fly away!
O Lord, you know I have no friend like you; if heaven’s not my home then, Lord, what will I do?
The angels beckon me from heaven’s open door and I can’t feel at home in this world anymore.
In the sweet by and by, we shall meet on that beautiful shore!
Call to Worship - Robert Galloway
Sing to the Lord a song of praise,
For God’s love resounds through every generation.
Let all creation rejoice in the goodness of God,
For the Holy One delights in God’s people.
In God’s kingdom, the poor are lifted up and the hungry are filled.
The saints of God bear witness to God's promises.
Come, let us join the choir of heaven and give glory to God.
Come, let us worship God.
*Processional Hymn #732: "Rejoice in God's Saints" OLD 104TH
Call to Confession - Jamie Brownlee
Prayer of Confession (unison) - Jamie Brownlee
Holy God, you have called us beloved, but we seek lesser titles. You show us your kingdom where the poor are lifted and the hungry are fed, but we cling to our comfort and overlook our neighbors. You call us to love our enemies, but we struggle to love even ourselves. Forgive us, O God. Renew our hearts so that we might live as saints of your grace—not perfect, but faithful in love.
Assurance of Pardon - Jamie Brownlee
…Friends, believe the Good News: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
Passing the Peace - Jamie Brownlee
…The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
*Response #240: "Alleluia, Alleluia! Give Thanks" (refrain only) ALLELUIA NO. 1
Alleluia, alleluia! Give thanks to the risen Lord. Alleluia, alleluia! Give praise to his name.
Time for Young Disciples - Robert Galloway
Prayer for Illumination - Susan Schlecht
First Scripture Reading: Psalm 149 -Susan Schlecht
Sermon Scripture: Luke 6:20-31 - Robert Galloway
…The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
Sermon - Robert Galloway
*Hymn #825: "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" SWING LOW
*Affirmation of Faith: Apostles’ Creed (unison) - Susan Schlecht
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
Presentation of Our Gifts - Susan Schlecht
Offertory Anthem: "Steal Away to Jesus," Raymond Weidner (b. 1947) - Chancel Choir
*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Litany for All Saints Day - Robert Galloway
During today’s litany, we remember the saints of our congregation who have died in the past year. The pastor will offer a series of prayers.
After each prayer, the pastor will say: “For all the saints who served the Lord—”
You are invited to respond with: “We remember their faith and give thanks to God.”
Remembrance of the Saints
Peter Hayden Armacost, Mary Alyce Bender, Mildred Bradley, Marianne Ferrari, Jack H. Gardner, Marjorie Agnes Lindell, Katherine Meacham, Jean Bowers McCammon, Harry Michael Moorefield, Vivian Ruth Ramirez, Jane Elizabeth Snoke, Martha Rudy Wallace
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper - Robert Galloway
Invitation to the Table
Great Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.
… with all the faithful of every time and place, who forever sing to the glory of your name:
Hymn 552: “Holy, Holy, Holy” LAND OF REST
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.
…Great is the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ has risen. Christ will come again.
…We pray all these things as our Savior taught us, using the words:
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done. On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation. But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
The Words of Institution
The Communion of the People
Unison Prayer after Communion
God of grace, you renew us at your table with the bread of life. You nourish us with your unending love. May this gift of grace strengthen us in faith, deepen our love for one another, and empower us to serve you with joy and compassion. Guide us to live as Christ’s disciples in the world. Fill us with your Spirit so that we may be witnesses to your love in all we do. Amen.
*Closing Hymn #326: "For All the Saints" SINE NOMINE
Charge & Benediction - Robert Galloway
Postlude: “For All the Saints” (hymn 326), Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958); arr. by Ellen Jane Lorenz - Jack Rain, organ
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Announcements:
Today, November 2
A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service
Last day to visit the Alfredo Garcia art show in the Chapel Art Gallery, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Monday, November 3
Lectio/Visio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom
Faith & Fiction, 4 p.m., Room N-123
Tuesday, November 4
Ladies’ Bible Study (David: Seeking a Heart Like His), 9 a.m., Youth Center
Wednesday, November 5
Memorial service for Marianne Ferrari, 10:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Praise Band Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center
Thursday, November 6
Bell Choir rehearsal, 6 p.m., Choir Room
Chancel Choir rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Room
Friday, November 7
Men’s Bible Study (in the book of Acts), 8 a.m., Room N-123
Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom
Saturday, November 8
Collage Workshop, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Fellowship Hall (please RSVP)
Sunday, November 9
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-2nd grade), 10 a.m., S-100
Faith Journey class, 9:45 a.m., Chapel
“Next” Adult class, 10 a.m., Room N-123
New Member Inquirers’ Class (Part 2), 10 a.m., Church Office
“A Veteran’s Salute” concert, 4 p.m., Sanctuary
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, November 12, “Friendsgiving” Potluck Dinner, 6 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP!