King of Peace MCC Matters

January 29th, 2025

Sunday, February 2nd, 2025

10:30 am


Sermon:

"Don't Just Sit There, Do Something"


Sacred Text:

2 Kings 7:3-11


A Word from Rev Ray

We are living in challenging and uncertain times. All around us, we see pain, injustice, and hardship, especially for those who are already marginalized and struggling. But this is not a moment for passivity or silence. This is a time for faith in action.


This Sunday, we will reflect on the incredible story of four lepers whom God used to bring about transformation. These men were cast out of society through no fault of their own, yet God chose them as instruments of hope and provision—even for those who had once rejected them. Their story speaks powerfully to our own times, reminding us that even when the world dismisses or diminishes us, God sees our worth and calls us to be part of God's redemptive work.


Through their journey, we see that God’s deliverance often comes from the most unexpected places. Their faith, courage, and willingness to act changed not only their own lives but the fate of an entire nation. In the same way, God is calling us to step forward, trust God, and be agents of change in the world around us.


Come with open hearts and expectant spirits, and you will receive a blessing. God is moving—let’s move with God!


~Rev. Ray

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Upcoming Activities

We hope you'll stick around after church on Sunday, Feb. 2nd. We are hosting Ant Avila from Equality Florida. They will talk to us about Florida's legislative matters concerning LGBTQ+ issues. A light lunch will be provided. You can RSVP by emailing melanie@churchstpetersburg.org or by signing up in the foyer. Please let us know if you plan to attend, so we can have enough food for everyone!

Make plans now to attend our annual Soul Food Dinner on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:30 pm. This Sunday is the last day to get your meal tickets. If you have any questions, email melanie@churchstpetersburg.org.

Right after the Soul Food Dinner, we hope you'll join us in the sanctuary on Wednesday night, February 5th, at 7:30 pm, for a Night of Gospel Praise. After you fill up your stomachs with great soul food, come have your Spirits filled with scripture and energetic praise music! This is a free event, but we will receive a love offering for the Music Ministry!

On Sunday, February 9th, help us celebrate Soup-er Bowl Sunday. We are accepting donations of any kind of soup, ie Canned Soup, Cup O'Soup, Ramen Noodles, etc, for our Food Pantry. All soup donations would be appreciated. If you have any questions, contact the church office.

Our next Breakfast Club is this Thursday, February 13th at 9 am at Parkside Cafe. If you're an early riser or want to make some new friends, join us!

As part of our annual Black History Month Celebration, we hope you'll join us on Wednesday, Feb. 19th at 7 pm as we show The Color Purple. This 2023 musical retelling of Alice Walker's novel starring American Idol winner Fantasia and Golden Globe winner Taraji P. Henson will have your heart feeling all kinds of things. We'll have popcorn and water available for $1 each. You can see the trailer here.

Our 1st Dinner Club was a huge success. Mark your calendars now for our next one on Monday, Feb. 24th at 6 pm. Location is to be announced soon. If you plan to attend, please sign up so we can have a head count to give the restaurant.

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

Tickets are now ON SALE for our Big Gay Cabaret entitled "Say My Name!", coming to you at the Straz Center's Jaeb Theater on Saturday March 22nd at 8pm!


Use discount code "earlybird10" for 10% off of your tickets between now and February 7th! To purchase tickets, click here.


Join us for a night of toe-tapping, tear-jerking, and name-dropping as we serve up iconic songs with names in the title. From "Jolene" to "Billie Jean," "Joanne" to "Fernando," and everything in between, we’re bringing you a glittering lineup of unforgettable hits—all while sprinkling in a little sparkle and sass that only we can deliver!


Get your tickets early! This is expected to be a sold-out event!


Total Monthly Budget for 2024: $24,956

Total Income for December 2024: $34,223.09


Total Weekly Budget for 2025: $6,085

Total Income for week of 1/19-1/25: $7,305.19

In-Person attendance for 1/19: 156

Facebook Live attendance for 1/19: 23

Online Views: 825


Class/Event Attendance: 126


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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.


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  • 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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