Photo Credit: Linda Staib
"And we, who with unveiled faces reflect our God's glory, grow brighter and brighter as we are being transformed into the image we reflect. The is the work of our God, who is Spirit." ~ 2 Corinthians 3:18
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST April 29, 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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Current Protocols for On-site Worship and Meetings |
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For your safety and the safety of others, please remember to stay home if you are not feeling well.
This is the time for seasonal colds as well as continued caution with COVID.
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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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Graphic by Rev. Gene Hutter |
Eastertide Worship Series
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, May 1 at
10 AM for
In-Person or Virtual Worship
EASTERTIDE: EMERGE!
“What is Your Name?”
Names have meaning. Throughout scripture, we see some Biblical characters having their names changed. What’s interesting about their name changes is that they actually lived into the meaning of their name.
What is your name? Not just what do people call you (that too), but what does God call you and what do you call yourself? As we continue our Emerge series, join us Sunday where we will consider our names and how God is calling us to come out of our tombs and into the light of God’s presence and all that God calls us to be.
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Download the May Month At A Glance using the link below |
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Anniversaries
02 Bill Burckhardt and Rev. Gene Hutter
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Birthdays
02 Robert Izzo
06 Dawn Burns
07 Dennis Roos
08 Leona DeVore
10 Joe Shields
12 Susie Brenner
15 Rhonda DiFranco
21 Kathy Vooris
21 Denise Witkop
25 Park Showalter
26 Kevin Flaherty
27 Joe Davis
29 Peter Braman
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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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First Amendment Forum
Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 4:00 PM
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice
1971 Pinebrook Road
Venice, FL
In light of recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice (UUCOV) will be hosting a forum about the 1st Amendment and the separation between church and state this Sunday. The presenter, attorney Alex Bodaken with Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, will be joined by a panel of local faith leaders, including Lynette McClelland, pastor of Hope Neighborhood Ministries, and Reverend Michael Rau of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
Join Zoom Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 995 4670 7715
Passcode: forum
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Join us May 8th as we recognize and honor Rev. Nancy to celebrate her 5th Anniversary as our Pastor.
“And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders, who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love”
~1Thessalonians 5:12-13
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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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Save the Date
On May 12 at 7 PM we are having a movie night and we will be watching "Just Mercy". This is a powerful movie based on a true story.
"Just Mercy" follows young lawyer Bryan Stevenson and his history-making battle for justice.
The film is based on Stevenson's 2014 memoir, in which he explored his journey to making his life's work the defense of African American prisoners.
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Venice Sun Coast Wind Ensemble Presents:
“A Spring Pops Concert”
Friday, May 13, 2022,
2:00 PM
at SunCoast MCC
Come spend a relaxing afternoon listening to your favorite music with Director Lynn Cleary and the Venice Sun Coast Wind Ensemble. These dedicated musicians will entertain you!
Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by using the link below, by visiting our website at www.suncoastmcc.com or calling the church office. Limited tickets will be sold at the door on the day of the event.
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The Landscaping team will be back at it on Saturday, May 14 beginning at 8:30 AM. We hope you will be able to join the team as they work to maintain our beautiful property.
If you are able to help, be sure to bring some gloves and any tools you might have.
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We would like to thank Ray for a wonderful evening of stories as he shared several events he has experienced throughout his career. Below are some pictures from the night.
We are blessed to have Ray and HR as members of the SunCoast community.
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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 18 to April 24
With $975 for Pillars and $200 for Easter donations, last week's contributions were $3,372 which is $1,368 under our estimated
expenses of $4,734.
And our Year to Date (YTD) total is $77,455 received (including $10,550 for Pillars) which is $3,869 more than the estimated expenses of $73,586 YTD (including $13,466 for Pillars).
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Attendance
April 24, 2022
Easter 10 AM Worship:
61 in-person
40 families live streaming
28 YouTube views
129+ In-person & online, we're One Body
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All of the documents presented during the Congregational Forum on April 24 and the recording of the meeting can be found on the members page on the website.
Please see any Board member if you have questions.
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We would like to thank the families of David Waldron and Frank Rowe for their recent donations in the memory of these faithful SunCoast MCC members.
David's family shared "We have often heard stories of the his Church family. The Church and his family were very dear to his heart."
Frank's family said "My Uncle Frank found a great deal of comfort in the SunCoast MCC community and know he missed it a great deal. I appreciate that Rev. Nancy and Terry went to visit him."
We are thankful for the gifts and we will use the funds to continue the ministries that David and Frank loved and supported over the years.
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Thank you to all who were able to donate to the Easter Offering and for the prayers as we continue to do the work our founders envisioned for SunCoast MCC.
As of April 28, 2022, we have received $16,343.
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Angell & Ken Neighbors
Paul Barber & Ralph Durst
Liz & Charlene Bisordi
Allen Black and & Ron Longstreth
Pat Boyd & Sharon Sylvester
David Brancaccio & Robert Swisher
Terry Bryan
Ceil Bucek
Bill Burckhardt & Rev. Gene Hutter
Gloria Burgess & Betty Wilson
Dawn Burns & Jane Sirmons
Raquel Castro & Laura Montanez
Mary-Ellen & Gayle Ciali
Mary Convy & Maryellen Bradley
James Derosky
Catherine Dollar & Sharon Farquhar
David Flynn
Susan Frederick
Dennis Geoghegan
Jim Hamilton
Kathy Hanas
Chad Hobbs & Sam
Jack & Teresa Hutter
Margaret Iannaci & Nancy Missall
Paula Jacobson
Debi Joyce
Connie Kennedy
Ellen Kinstedt
Ray Klausen & HR Nicholson
Bob Langlais & Bob Stewart
Bill Lee
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Judy Marsh
Roger Miller & Jerry Farr
Dan Mullins
Judi Mut
Cheryl Mut
Bart Palumbo & Carlos Perez-Varela
Maria Pandolfo
Santa Pandolfo & Joann Healy
Ron Polley
Tammy & Kim Rabon-Noyce
Jacquie Reynolds
Rev. Rick & Michael Rhen-Sosbe
Joe Shields
Sam Sinnett & Rodger Jenkins
Bill Smith & Scott Bickert
Cindy Smith & Cindy Duranko
Frances Solitro & Ann Vasilaros
Linda Staib
Linda & Amy Taborsky
Jay Torrance
Diane Ventre
Kathy Vooris
George Ward & Park Showalter
Rev. Nancy Wilson & Paula
Denise Witkop & BJ
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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 * Michael R-S * Debbie * Kristy & Kaye * Mary & Maryellen's Nephew, Bobby
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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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Easter Sunday April 24, 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 24 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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