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King of Peace MCC Matters
April 2nd, 2025
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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
10:30 am
Sermon:
"Navigating Relationships:
Striking a Balance through the Fruit of the Spirit:
KINDNESS
Sacred Text:
Matthew 5:41
Titus 3:4-5
Galatians 5:22-23
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Love, joy, peace, patience, self-control—and this week, kindness. At first glance, kindness might seem like the gentlest of the fruits we’ve explored. But as many of us know, it’s far from the easiest to live out.
Kindness can be understood as choosing to act for the good of others—especially when they test our patience. In other words, it’s showing grace to those who might get on our last nerve. We all have people in our lives like that. The question is: how do we respond?
Throughout this series, we’ve been exploring how the fruit of the Spirit helps us navigate our relationships with greater grace and wisdom. These qualities—these fruits—are not something we produce on our own. They are evidence of the Spirit’s presence and work within us. We don’t manufacture them—we invite them.
So, let me ask you: how are you doing? Have you been leaning on the Spirit’s help in your relationships? Are you paying attention to those gentle nudges and quiet promptings in your heart?
This Sunday, we’ll turn our focus to the fruit of kindness. Come join us as we discover together how kindness—real, Spirit-led kindness—can transform the way we relate to others.
We’ll see you there.
~ Rev. Ray
| | Thank You from Pinellas Central Elementary School | | |
On Tuesday, April 1st, a representative from Pinellas Central Elementary School came to pick up the table full of donations from King of Peace for their clothing closet. They also brought a card from the school that read, "King of Peace Church, we super appreciate your support with donations! Thank you for making a difference in our community!"
King of Peace, thanks for all the ways you give back! You are always an extension of God's hands, feet, and heart in our world!
| | Our Food Pantry's shelves are looking a little bare, so we are in need of any kind of non-perishable food donations this month! However, the specific requests from our Food Pantry Team are Peanut Butter, Crackers, and Pasta Sauce. If you are able to donate, please bring them anytime and place them in the donation cart in the foyer. | | See the Gospels come alive! On Wednesdays at 7 pm, we will gather together to watch one episode of season one of the TV series called "The Chosen", a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus Christ, followed by some discussion. You'll encounter the Jesus story in a brand new way, through the eyes of those who knew him! You can watch a trailer of "The Chosen" here. | | |
Don't forget to pick up your Lent Offering container. Every year we collect a special offering during the season of Lent to go to a special cause. This year our offering will go to MCC's Global Justice Institute. This organization works inside and outside of the United States to push issues of justice, peace, and equality. In the past, they partnered with places like Kenya, Eastern Europe, Jamaica, and Central America. To find out more about this organization, you can click here.
Bring in your Lent Offerings on Easter Sunday morning, April 20th.
| | If you are currently on the Social Justice Team or would like to be, join Rev. Ray and Kathy Moll after worship on Sunday, April 6th in the Social Hall. | | As we have recently mentioned in worship, as part of our call to Social Justice, we are now a member congregation of FAST (Faith and Action for Strength Together). We need you!! We are looking for 30 people from King of Peace to show up, in your purple t-shirts, at the next FAST Rally at First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg on Monday, April 7th at 7 pm. This is a very important rally to discuss affordable housing in St. Petersburg! To get your tickets for this event, see Kathy Moll on Sunday or contact the church office! To find out more about the FAST organization, you can go to their website here. | | Our next monthly Breakfast Club is right around the corner. If you can, join us at Parkside Cafe, on Thursday, April 10th at 9 am. Everyone is welcome. | | With Easter right around the corner, it's time to get your Lilies and help make our sanctuary look beautiful on Easter morning. For $15 per Lily, you can dedicate one in honor or in memory of your loved ones. Pick up a form in the foyer or click here. You must pay for your Lilies when you order them. Deadline is Sunday, April 13th. If you have any questions, email melanie@churchstpetersburg.org or call the church office. | | Holy Week at King of Peace | | Mark your calendars for our next Church Picnic at War Veteran's Memorial Park, Shelter # 4, on Saturday, April 26th, from 11 am- 1 pm. (This is right next to Bay Pines Hospital.) You can sign up in the foyer or email melanie@churchstpetersburg.org to get on the list. Make sure to let us know what you'll be bringing to share! Also, bring your lounge chairs, in case they are needed! | | Want to schedule a meeting with Rev. Ray? Click here, and you can easily select a date and time that Rev. Ray has available. After you submit your scheduling, you'll receive a confirmation email. | | Upcoming Community Activities | | This concert series hosted by Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church (located at 107 16th Ave., St. Pete Beach) helps raise funds for the Good Sam Food Pantry. If you can, spread the word and take some friends! Suggested Donation is $10-20 per person. If you have any questions, please contact Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church at 727.360.5508. | | |
Total Monthly Budget for 2025: $26,367
Total Income for February 2025: $20,833.71
Total Weekly Budget for 2025: $6,085
Total Income for week of 3/23-3/29: $4,439.76
In-Person attendance for 3/23: 132
Facebook Live attendance for 3/23: 12
Online Views: 417
Class/Event Attendance: 33
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Remote Giving Options
with VANCO Mobile
In our continual effort to make giving easy for you, we are offering 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. 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
- Text the dollar amount you'd like to contribute to 844.698.3523 and follow the instructions. (For example to donate $25, text 25.)
- Mail your contribution to King of Peace MCC (6085 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL 33781) or you may drop it by the church office Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM - 4PM.
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