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St. Pete First UMC

Hi Kelly—

The title of Pastor Bob's sermon this week is "Expanding our Reach." This is the second sermon in our series "From Good to Great." Thousands of churches exist around the world but what do they really stand for? What do they believe? It is said that what a person (or church) values says exactly who they are. A church on point with mission and vision is a gamechanger.

This week Pastor Bob will be talking about our goal to share our faith and expand our reach using the message of Jesus' love.

The text for this week is Matthew 28:18-20 NLT.

Heads up! If you're looking to get your coffee & pastry on Sunday, Common Grounds is moving to the CHAPEL for the next TWO Sundays (while the children rehearse their upcoming musical onstage in the Fellowship Hall - performance at 6 pm on Sunday, April 28!). The 2nd Ave front entrance to the Chapel will be open for your convenience, or you can enter through the Fellowship Hall.

Are you considering membership at St Pete First? The date for our next Discover First informational meeting for those interested in joining the church has changed to Sunday, May 19 from 10:45 to 1pm in the chapel. Childcare and lunch provided. Click here to sign up.

Make plans now to attend the children's musical, "Malice in the Palace: The Story of Esther" on Sunday evening, April 28 at 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you can, bring a non-refrigerated dessert to share as we enjoy the musical.

Don't miss Pastor Bob's recap of last week's message: "From Good to Great"—click here to watch it.

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

Reminder: If you are not feeling well, please take advantage of our livestream worship.

Click for Livestream Worship

In Our Father's House:

St. Pete First UMC offers condolences to the family and friends of Tom Lovern, who passed away on April 15, 2024.

Volunteer Help Needed

Our Hospitality Team needs volunteers to help serve coffee, donuts, and pastries at Common Grounds on Sunday mornings. Common Grounds is our Sunday morning between-services coffee and fellowship hub in the Fellowship Hall. 2 people are needed each hour from 8:30-11:30 to help serve and keep the coffee flowing. Contact Chad at csimonds@fumcsp.org or C lick here to go to our Serve form, then select "Hospitality/Kitchen Team."

Wednesday Night Dinner Menu (the LAST ONE before Fall)

$5 kids, $8 adults, $30 family of 5

To-Go available - just walk in and ask for a to-go plate!

Adults: Chicken Pot Pie, Salad, Bread Pudding

Kids: Wing Dings & Fries, Celery & Carrots, Apple Sauce, Cookie

Click here for Wednesday Night Live information

Common Grounds is moving to the CHAPEL for the next TWO Sundays (while the children rehearse their upcoming musical onstage in the Fellowship Hall - performance at 6 pm on Sunday, April 28!). The 2nd Ave front entrance to the Chapel will be open for your convenience, or you can enter through the Fellowship Hall.

Graduation Sunday on 5/5 (we need your RSVP now!):

Are you graduating? It would be our honor to show some love from your church family for all the hard work that you have done, by recognizing you on Sunday, May 5 at the 9:30am and 11am services. Any high school or college graduates please RSVP ASAP to KayLee: kbennett@fumcsp.org. Include one toddler photo and one graduation photo.

United Women in Faith meeting (4/23):

All ladies are invited to join with United Women in Faith on Tuesday, April 23 from 10:30-noon in the Fellowship Hall to learn about our mission projects and the other exciting projects we we are planning. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Cindy Ripley redreavis@aol.com or Nancy Fallis nfallis40@yahoo.com

Sponsor United Women in Faith in the Wonder Walk (deadline 4/26):

Our United Women of Faith has a team walking this year in Cornerstone Family Ministries’ annual Wonder Walk/Run, which raises scholarship funds for Rosa Valdez Early Learning Center & Lab Schools so children living in the inner-city can have a safe place to learn and grow. Make your check out to Cornerstone Family Ministry or designate cash for this ministry. Deadline is April 26,2024. Questions? Marilyn Cutting: mfroglady@gmail.com

Children's Musical: Malice in the Palace—The Story of Esther (4/28):

Come out and support our Children's Music Ministry as the kids present Malice in the Palace—The Story of Esther on Sunday, April 28 at 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you can, please bring a non-refrigerated dessert to share.

Allocations/Permanent Fund Request (5/3 deadline):

The Allocations Committee is accepting applications for charitable funding. Click here for more information.

Free Mental Health Seminar (5/4):

St. Pete First Counseling Center is offering their yearly FREE seminars (+ fundraiser) on May 4 from 12:30 to 4:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Pre-register here so we have enough snacks and chairs.

Discover First (5/19 NEW DATE):

Our next Discover First informational meeting for those interested in joining the church will be Sunday, May 19 from 10:45 to 1pm in the Chapel. Childcare and lunch provided. Click here to sign up.

VBS & Summer Camp registration is OPEN:

VBS - June 17-21

Camp Friendship Week 1 - July 8-12

Camp Friendship Week 2 - July 15-19

Elementary Art Adventure Camp - July 8-12 (FULL, but you can join the wait list)

Elementary Slimetopia Camp - July 15-19

Click here to Register.

Scam Alert

Scammers are always active, and some like to target churches. Don't forget that our pastors do not solicit money via emails or text messages. An example of the kind of scam text currently circulating: "Hello [your name], Kindly let me know if you're available I need your assistance as soon as you're available... Rev. Bob Martin, Senior Pastor". This text is a scam and is NOT from Pastor Bob. More information here.