King of Peace MCC Matters
January 19, 2022
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Sunday, January 23, 2022
3rd Sunday after Epiphany
Worship (in-person and online) at 10AM
Sermon Title: Sometimes You Need a Second Touch
Sacred Text: Mark 8:22-26
Song List:
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God’s Word is clear that all are born spiritually blind and in need of having our eyes opened to the truth. None of us have the means of gaining sight for ourselves, it is a gift of God through the person and work of Jesus Christ.
We are reminded by this account that Jesus knows our hurts and meets us where we are at, in order to take us to a place of complete redemption. He will not stretch our faith more than we can handle, but will tend to our wounds as He reveals more of Himself to us. Through the instance of the blind man being healed at Bethsaida we are given a sweet account of how Jesus opens the eyes of our hearts so that we can see Him more clearly.
In this passage of scripture we encounter something Jesus only ever does once and something he only ever does twice. Come out or tune in on Sunday to find out what those things are.
Blessings,
Rev. Ray
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Safety Protocols for In-person Worship |
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Masks are required at all times inside the building.
In terms of physical contact, please be sensitive and respect everyone's personal wishes.
Entrance to the church will be through the front doors only.
If you have special mobility needs, please plan to be dropped off at the front doors.
Ushers will assist all those differently-abled in finding the best seats possible.
If you don't feel well, we ask you to please stay home. This includes fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
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Covenant Keepers 2022:
Building a Bridge of Faith
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We want to thank everyone who turned in a Covenant Card and Covenanted with God through King of Peace.
As of January 19th, we had a total of 69 cards representing 71 people.
Presence- 63
Prayer- 63
Service- 57
Spiritual Growth- 61
Witness- 55
Financial Support- 68 = $191,008 (73% of budget)
It is not too late to add your covenant with all those already turned in. You can get a Covenant Commitment Brochure in person, or you can print one here or on our website here. God has great things ahead for King of Peace in this next year. Covenant to be a part of it!
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As we prepare for our future, we invite you to use these words and pray for King of Peace this week:
Holy God, we are so very thankful for all those who make up King of Peace. Help us to appreciate our past and realize you are doing a new thing in our midst. We have accepted your call to journey into unknown territory and continue to place our future in Your hands. Guide us by Your Spirit and prepare us for the next steps. May we be one in love and mission. We ask this prayer in the name of Jesus the Christ. Amen.
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Melanie, our Director of Administration, will be at church the next two Sundays, January 23rd and 30th, before and after worship to distribute the End of Year Giving Statements. If you do not plan to be at worship either of those weeks and need to make other arrangements to get your statement, please email melanie@churchstpetersburg.org.
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Do you know how to play Canasta? If not, do you want to know how? Join our Canasta Club next Monday, January 24th at 1 pm in the Social Hall. Make some new friends and have some fun all at once! Everyone is welcome. |
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Coffee Hour is back, but we need your help. If your last name begins with A-L, we are asking that you bring some snacks to share on Feb 6th. Please note that Coffee Hour will take place outside, under the portico! If you have any questions, reach out to our Hospitality Team Leader, Dwayne Shepherd at colorthesoul@yahoo.com.
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Mark your calendars now for Sunday, February 6th at 11 am. Following worship that day, our Facilities Search Team will give us an update on how the search is going. This event will happen both in person and through Zoom. Stay tuned for the Zoom link, closer to the date. So, grab something from coffee hour that day and stick around to hear what the team has to say! You'll definitely want to be a part of this forum!! |
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Mark your calendars now for The Newlywed Game. On Thursday, February 10th at 7 pm at MCC Tampa, our Game Show Series returns just in time for Valentine's Day. We are looking for players, no matter how long you've been with your partner. If you're interested in being on the contestant panel, email RevCraig@MCCTampa.com. Whether contestant or audience member, you won't want to miss this night of laughs!
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Buy from Amazon, Give Back to King of Peace |
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If you are someone who likes to shop on Amazon, did you know that you could purchase things and have King of Peace receive a percentage of donation based on your purchase? Go to smile.amazon.com and fill out the information to have King of Peace MCC be your charitable organization.
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Total Monthly Budget for 2021: $19,379.67
Total Income for December 2021: $14,656.24
Total Weekly Budget for 2022: $5,000
Total Income for week of 1/9-1/15: $6,940.18
In-Person attendance for 1/9: 99
Facebook Live attendance for 1/9: 37
Online Views: 253
Class/Event Attendance: 27
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Remote Giving Options
with VANCO Mobile
King of Peace has an exciting new way for you to give! In our continual effort to make giving easy for you, we are offering a new option and rolling out a new app called VANCO Mobile. This mobile app is accessible on your phone or tablet anywhere you are! Best yet, it is easy to use! Or you can access their website at Vancopayments.com. (This is replacing the current Give+ which is being retired on January 31, 2022.) For instructions on how to do this, click here.
If you have any questions about this or need some help, call the church office and ask for Melanie or send her an email at melanie@churchstpetersburg.org.
Here are a few other ways to give your tithes/offerings to King of Peace:
- Call in your contribution to VANCO Client Services 800.675.7430
- Mail your contribution to King of Peace MCC (3150 5th Ave No., St. Petersburg FL 33713) or you may drop it by the church office Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM - 4PM.
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