Photo Credit: Rev. Rick Rhen-Sosbe
"God provides for the cardinal birds, the ravens, and the hummingbirds. If God provides for the birds when they cry out, how much more will the Creator provide for the children!" ~Psalm 11:1
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST April 22, 2022
We are a welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation!
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Graphic by Rev. Gene Hutter |
Eastertide Worship Series, beginning April 24, 2022: EMERGE!
The butterfly has long been a symbol of the resurrection of Jesus as well as the resurrection of believers as we emerge from the power of death.
In this Easter season, we will examine our own transformations from cocoons and tombs to the unfurled beauty of all God calls us to be.
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If you are joining us on-line, download the Virtual Bulletin using the link and participate in worship with us.
We also ask that you share any prayer requests or needs in the Live Chat during worship. Your feedback is very important as we strive to ensure your virtual worship experience is meaningful and filled with the love of God.
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Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson, Senior Pastor /
Rev. Rick Rhen-Sosbe, Assistant Pastor
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Join us this
Sunday, April 24 at
10 AM for
In-Person or Virtual Worship
EASTERTIDE: EMERGE!
Isaiah 60: 1-6; John 21: 1-19
Our Eastertide worship will focus on the butterfly, a symbol of the Resurrection from the early days of the church. Just as Jesus emerged from the darkness of Good Friday, and the tomb, the disciples also had to go through a journey from a cocoon of fear and hiding, to the light of a new day. The Risen Jesus told the disciples that everything is changing, and that their destiny will unfold – not unlike a butterfly leaving the familiar cocoon. The places they go, and the adventures and challenges of their new life are yet to be revealed! How are we emerging from the cocoon of a pandemic into a new day?
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The 2022 Earth Day Theme is Invest In Our Planet.
It takes all of us working together in partnership to make a difference!!
What will you do?
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Tonight, April 22, at 7 PM we will be treated to an amazing evening of Hollywood lore and fun!
Ray Klausen, a member of SunCoast MCC, has written a memoir, “Behind the Scenes: From Hollywood to Broadway.”
Ray Klausen is famous for designing the sets for nine Broadway shows, more than 400 television shows, including Cher’s Las Vegas special, and winning three Emmy Awards for Art Direction.
His memoir has been called, “a delicious smorgasboard,” chock full of stories of superstars and Oscar winners. In addition, he tells the harrowing story of rescuing someone during the tragic MGM fire in Las Vegas. Klausen weaves throughout the book his own life story of love and coming out.
You may purchase his book in advance, and he will sign your copy. We will have a few books for purchase the day of the event.
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The Board of Directors is holding a Congregational Forum this Sunday, April 24, immediately after worship.
They will be sharing the 1st quarter financials and the financial health of the Church. They will also be presenting the Strategic Plan committee work.
We will livestream for those who will be unable to attend. All are encouraged to attend. You do not have to be an active member to participate.
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The next Board of Directors meeting will be Monday, April 25 at 4:30 PM at the Church.
If you are interested in attending and observing the Board conducting the work of the Church, please notify the Church office prior to the meeting.
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Peace, Hope and Freedom: A Benefit Concert for Ukrainian Relief.
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Come and be a part of a truly unique musical experience to help benefit the LGBTQ+ refugees from Ukraine. This will most certainly be an uplifting and awe-inspiring evening that you will not want to miss.
Featured, will be professional musicians and singers along with the Suncoast MCC drumming group and choir who will present songs that will surely soothe your soul in a time when it is sorely needed.
Please join us for a memorable evening while knowing that you are supporting an extremely worthy cause.
A Love Offering will be taken to support the LGBTQ+ refugees from Ukraine.
When:
Friday, April 29, 2022, at 7 PM
Where:
SunCoast MCC
3276 E Venice Ave.
Venice, FL 34292
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Local Artists preforming will include:
Van Fenstermaker, Guitar and Vocals
Carole Fetterman, soprano
Rey Ifill, Jazz Pianist
David Katz, piano and baritone
Daniel Lipton--Conductor
Emily Righter, mezzo-soprano
SunCoast MCC Choir
SunCoast MCC Drumming Group
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If you would like to make a donation and will not be able to attend, you can make checks out to SunCoast MCC and mail them to the address below:
SunCoast MCC
3276 E Venice Ave
Venice, FL 34292
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Growing Older Gracefully Through A Pandemic!
Wednesdays, May 11,18, 25 and June 1, 10:30am to 12noon, bring a bag lunch to enjoy a time of fellowship afterwards, in person only.
Join us for a 4 week study of Sr. Joan Chittester’s powerfully affirming book, The Gift of Years: Growing OIder Gracefully, as we explore how aging influences our sense of purpose, how we face fears, navigate relationships, embrace new freedoms, learn and let go.
At SunCoast MCC, we have held several versions of this study over the years. This is version 3, especially tailored to help us explore how the pandemic has changed us, impacted us as we age.
Open to people of all ages, but, especially relevant to seniors.
Please register so we know how many to prepare for. You do not need to have the book, but, it is worthwhile...
You can register for the class by calling the Church office, using the registration form in the lobby or using the link below.
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Weekly Offering and Attendance Information |
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Thank you for your continued support and generosity of your time, talents and financial support.
For the week of
April 11 to April 17,
our income and expenses were:
Contributions were $6,532 which is $1,798 over of our estimated expenses of $4,734 which includes $440 for Pillars and $1,250 for Easter donations.
Our Year to Date (YTD) total is $74,083 received (including $9,575 for Pillars) which is $497 more than the estimated expenses of $73,586 YTD.
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Attendance
Holy Week 2022
Good Friday:
33 in-person
8 live streaming
Sunrise Service:
37 in-person
Easter 10 AM Worship:
100 in-person
28 families live streaming
37 YouTube views
165+ In-person & online, we're One Body
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Thank you all who have donated to the 2022 Easter Offering. As of Thursday, April
As of Thursday, April 21, we have received $16,243.
If you could help us reach our goal or $18,000, it is not too late! Use the link below to give to the ministries of SunCoast MCC
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United in the Power of Prayer |
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Update from Your Pastoral
& Congregational Care Team
In Charity, kindly remember in prayer members and friends of our SunCoast Community – those who are confined to home, in a health care facility or hospital
and those who are alone. May Almighty God, Physician of souls and bodies, extend healing to ease their every pain and suffering.
May they, may we, be granted healing, strength, and spiritual comfort.
We ask everyone to join us in prayer for:
Randy M & Tim M * BJ H & Denise W * Joe D & Tim H * Ron S * Jerry F & Roger M * Bruce C * Greg H * Nikki L * Family of John G * Barbara S * Gracie M * Lori H *
Beth, Yolanda & Mother Betty * Jessica B * Sydney B
Lenny K, David & Chuck * Sandy & Paul M * Rev. Vickie & Carol * Amber * Debbie *
Kristy & Kaye
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If you have someone in need of prayer to be placed on our Prayer List or if you would like to become a member of our Prayer Team
Please Contact:
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Current Protocols for On-site Worship and Meetings |
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- In order to attend indoor Worship, you must be fully vaccinated.
- Masks are optional for indoor activities and Worship.
- If you would prefer to social distance during Church activities and Worship, signs are at the end of each row for you to place allowing you to feel comfortable. Ushers are also available on Sundays to help.
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Easter Sunday April 17, 2022, Worship Recording |
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Recorded Worship Service
If you were unable to join us last Sunday, we missed you.
You can use the link to watch a recording of the April 17 Worship Service.
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Join our Private Facebook Group
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AmazonSmile
It is free and easy, and a portion of your purchase will be included as an automatic donation to Suncoast MCC.
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We Care: We are here to support you! Click on the links below to contact these ministries.
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3276 E. Venice Ave
Venice, FL 34292
Office Hours:
Tuesday thru Thursday:
10 AM to 3 PM
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