THIS WEEK AT ..................

St. Pete First UMC

Hi Kelly—

This is the fourth week of our Face to Face with Jesus Lenten Series, where we encounter people who came into contact with Jesus in his final days.

This week Pastor Marge will be talking about "The Soldiers who Mock." What prompts us to mock another human being? Especially when we know that saying such things and committing harm isn't what God wants? The soldiers were blinded to who Jesus was and never understood their place in the story. Will we?

The text for this week is Mark 15:16-20 (ESV)

It’s going to be a great day in worship so come join us!

Did you miss last Sunday's sermon? Click here to watch or listen to previous sermons.

Free Community Easter Gathering — April 1:

Join us for a FREE Community Easter Gathering from 4-6 PM at Spa Beach (at the St. Pete Pier) on Saturday, April 1. Food and fun for all ages! Enter to win free give-aways! We will have bounce houses, games, face painting, a balloon artist, plus a special time of baptisms and baptism remembrances in the Bay. Invite your friends and neighbors! CLICK HERE if you are Interested in being baptized (1st time or baptism remembrance). CLICK HERE to volunteer to help with this outreach event.

VBS & Summer Camp Registration:

Our VBS and Summer Camp registrations are open! Please be sure to forward deposit/payment within 10 days to hold your spot for all camps! Visit the children's ministry webpage for forms and to register.

Scholarship Applications due March 31:

Are you currently attending or bound for college or vocational school? Completed applications for St. Pete First Scholarships, along with supporting documents, must be delivered to the church office no later than the close of business on Friday, March 31st. All continuing students must re-apply. Click here for more info & application form (revised for 2023).

Join us for Holy Week at St. Pete First!

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Maundy Thursday Experience—April 6:

Immerse yourself in the Easter story.

Join us for the Way of the Cross on Maundy Thursday, April 6, in the Chapel. This is a self-paced (approx. 30 minute) experience, including communion, that is open to all children, youth, and adults. Begin anytime between 6:30 & 8:00 pm. All are welcome to join us! Click here for more information.

Altar Flower Dates Available in 2023:

The Altar Guild is accepting requests for placing flowers on the altar for a future Sunday. If you would like to request a date for an arrangement in honor or memory of a loved one, please call the church office at 727.894.4661. The cost is $50.00.

Job Opening— Preschool Teachers:

St. Pete First UMC Preschool is looking for vibrant teachers to educate, care for, and inspire the young minds at our preschool. If you are interested in joining our amazing team, please give us a call at (727) 822-8767 or email Alicia at aclements@fumcsp.org

Job Opening— Custodian:

Need a part-time job, or know of someone who does? St. Pete First is looking for a self-motivated part-time Custodian. Flexible hours. For more information email Chad Simonds, csimonds@fumcsp.org, or call the church at (727) 894-4661