St. Peter's Thursday E-mail

May 8, 2025

Worship at St. Peter's

This Mother's Day Sunday, May 11, Pastor Steve will continue the sermon series Faithful Witness in an Age of Despair with the message Graceful Distinctiveness from 1 Peter 1:13-2:3.

At St. Peter's, we want to ensure that everyone can fully participate in our in-house worship. If you are having difficulties hearing the message, we have sound-amplifying devices available at the back of the Sanctuary. Ask an usher for help.

Zach and Phyllis Smith give the FLOWERS this Sunday in celebration of Zach's birthday.

Prayers for Our People

Immediate Prayer Needs

Please remember these people in prayer this week: Randy Alltizer, Phyllis Arnold, Jim and Nancy Christie, Richard Blaskey, Randall Booker, Helen Evans, Kathy Gurden, Ed Hayes, Betty Hickey, Janelle Killingsworth, Marilyn Klein, Don Pageler, John and Carol Pardee, Phil Ridout, Therese Terrill, Beverly Wright-Woo, Christina Yates.

Do you need prayer?

The Prayer Team (Praying Hands) is available to pray with you on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room B in the Worship Center. Contact Dixie Brain at dixiebrain@gmail.com to get more information. Call our Prayer Line at 714-846-6641, press #3, or ext. 228. Our Prayer Line is monitored daily, and Prayer Teams are also available on campus Sunday mornings after the service.

Join a Prayer Team

St. Peter’s is a praying church—founded on prayer. Our Prayer Ministry is growing, and we invite you to join us. In addition to the prayers of all small groups, Bible Studies, meetings, and gatherings, the following are teams who use their gift of prayer for specific requests:

Praying Hands meets Wednesday at 8:00 AM in Room B.
Our At-Home Prayer Team is reached with requests via E-Mail.
Sunday morning Prayer Partners are available for personal, confidential requests after each service.

Should you be led to use your gift of prayer with us, please contact the church office at 714-846-6641 or info@stpetershb.org.

Let's Connect

Do you have comments, questions, or prayer requests? Scan the QR code and fill out the form. We'd love to connect with you!

The Upper Room

Important Update:

Upper Room May-June Edition

Due to delivery delays, the May–June edition of The Upper Room has not yet arrived. While there is a chance it may be delivered by Sunday, May 11, we understand how important this devotional is to many of you.

To ensure continued access, click the button below to receive a PDF version of the May-June edition.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

The Upper Room - PDF Version

Sign-up This Sunday

Tell Me a Story

Saturday, May 17, 9:00 - 11:00 AM

Sign-up this Sunday!

As we continue to gather information to discern the focus of our mission, we want to invite EVERYONE to a story-telling event on Saturday, May 17, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. We will gather around tables to hear and share the stories from our past where God’s grace has been evident. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been here a short time or are a long-time member, we believe everyone has something to contribute. Sign-up this Sunday.

Bible Studies

Wednesday Bible Study

9:30 AM in Room C/D

Detective stories show us that nothing is ever truly insignificant—what seems like a minor or irrelevant detail often turns out to be the key to cracking the case. Every word, every moment, is placed with purpose. John's Gospel works in much the same way. Far from being a random collection of stories and sayings, it's a carefully crafted narrative where each detail points to a deeper truth. In this practical and accessible study, readers are invited to slow down and pay attention to the clues John includes—clues that reveal the true identity of Jesus, the new creation he ushers in, and the profound transformation that brings to our lives. Whether you're new to the Bible or have studied it for years, this journey through John’s Gospel offers fresh insights and rich discoveries that speak to the heart and mind alike. All are welcome!

Saturday Women's Bible Study

Begins May 24

9:00 AM in Room C/D

As you read the book of Acts, you may wonder: are these the same disciples I read about in the gospels? The ones who doubted in Galilee and ran for their lives in Gethsemane? The answer is: no. They are different. The Spirit dwells within them. And what God did for them, he longs to do for you.

Join with other women as they walk the roads of Acts—the amazing account of God's active Spirit among his servants and Christ's Church spreading to the world. As you read, study, journal, and discuss the book of Acts, watch for these key themes that will be unpacked throughout the book:

The foundations of the early church established in the aftermath of Jesus' resurrection and ascension.
The Holy Spirit empowered the disciples to spread the gospel into the world as Jesus commanded.
The first struggle of the gospel was to stand independently of Jewish tradition and faith.
The sacrifice Jesus made was for all people.

Next Week

Parking Lot Resurfacing Notice – St. Peter's Campus

CHANGE OF DATE

As part of the ongoing maintenance at St. Peter’s, the parking lot will be resurfaced on the following dates:

Tuesday, May 13 – North end of the lot (Boathouse side)
Tuesday, May 20 – South end of the lot (Sanctuary and Office side)

Please check if any of your classes or meetings are being rescheduled or relocated during this time.

Note: The Church Office will be closed on Tuesday, May 20.

Coming Up

Supporting Our

Senior Community

St. Peter’s will collect donations for our local, under-supported, older adult community on two Sundays, May 18 and 25. Bring your donations to the table on the patio. The supplies will go to the Huntington Beach Senior Center Care Management Team and be distributed to those who need a helping hand to stay well.

The Huntington Beach Council on Aging (Huntington Beach Senior Center) provides care services designed to enhance the quality of life for independent-living seniors. The team appreciates all our church family does to help our senior community.

The most-needed items include:

· Protein drinks (Ensure or Boost, any flavor)

· Small bottles of unscented laundry soap

· Clorox wipes

· Dish sponges and liquid dish soap

· Adult hygiene wipes

· Pull-up style adult diapers, size S/M/L

· Pads (Poise or similar)

If you have questions, e-mail info@stpetershb.org.