STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST August 13, 2021
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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Sunday Worship Information
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Quest: Travel as a Spiritual Act
“The Reflection”
Video
Take a minute to prepare your heart for Worship by listening to the third video by Rick Steves as he talks about how during travel taking time to reflect is part of the spiritual journey and deepening his relationship with God.
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“Video clip used with permission from GBHEM, UMC. Full webinar available at www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJ3sL-RKnTM" |
SunCoast MCC Travel Video |
Thank you to everyone who has been sending in pictures. We still need more for the last week of the series. Please email your pictures to:
We hope you take a minute to enjoy the encounters of our SunCoast MCC family and friends travel pictures.
This video is from August 8th Worship.
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Rev. Vickie Miller
Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors
SunCoast MCC
Join us this Sunday
August 15th at 10AM
In-Person or Live Stream Worship
Quest: Travel as a Spiritual Act
“The Reflection”
Have you ever had a trip that was “the trip from hell?”
What happens when things do not go as planned? Or when we encounter challenges, suffering, or even danger on a journey?
We only have to look to the Book of Acts, Chapter 14, to the missionary travels of Paul and Barnabus to find examples of a travel that was disruptive, but also brought hope.
How can we take time to reflect and embrace the risks and transforming possibilities of being “far from home?”
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SunCoast MCC Homecoming is Postponed |
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For your safety and the safety of others, we have decided to postpone Homecoming until it is safe and we are able to enjoy a meal and time of fellowship together.
Stay tuned for updates.
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Upcoming Events at SunCoast MCC |
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Worship Lector Training:
August 22, 2021 after Worship (bring a snack)
Would you like to serve in this special role of reading scripture during Worship Service?
We are happy to welcome new individuals to this ministry and hope for a variety of voices and individuals.
Please either call the Church office or email us at info@suncoastmcc.com if you would like to attend.
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Please join us for the quarterly Congregational Forum. This is a time for the members and friends to hear from the Pastors and Board of Directors. They will share the work they have been doing on behalf of the Church, the current financial situation and the long term planning.
When: Sunday, August 29th
Time: Following Worship
Who: Everyone
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Like to meet new people? Looking for ways to get involved at the Church? Have a friendly smile and willing to help?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Welcome and Usher Team is for you!
Maryellen Bradley is leading this ministry team and holding a meeting after Worship on Sunday, September 5th. This meeting is for current team members as well as anyone who wants to join the fun.
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SunCoast Virtual
Game Nights
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Summer is about over, kids are back in school and life is slowing down....This means it is time for some SunCoast Family Fun.
Please join us at 6PM on Mondays for the following Virtual game nights:
08-23: Trivia
08-30: Pictionary
09-06: Trivia
09-13: Bingo
09-20: Pictionary
10-04: Bingo
10-11: Pictionary
10-18: Trivia
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Board of Directors Updates |
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"Give, and it will be given to you; good measure, crushed down, full and running over, they will give to you. For in the same measure as you give, it will be given to you again." ~Luke 6:38 |
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Weekly Offering
Thank you for your continued support and generosity, especially in light of these challenging times. Based on our monthly mortgage and expenses, we need $4,800 each week. The counts for the week of August 8th are $1929 for the General Fund* and $560 for the Pillars Fund**.
*Funds the church's expenses (i.e., utilities, salaries, maintenance of property, worship/multi-media expenses, bank fees, internet, copier, office supplies, tithe, etc.)
**Pillar Funds the church's mortgage, insurance & taxes.
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The Board of Directors regretfully announces the resignation of our Treasurer, Beth Ryan from our Board. We thank Beth for all she has done for SunCoast to help keep our financials in order and so much more for the past three years.
We wish her well.
The Board is seeking a volunteer who may be interested in assuming the duties of the Treasurer or a temporary appointment to the Board for the remainder of this year since we now have two vacant Board seats. One does not need to be a member of the Board to be appointed as Treasurer.
If you have questions or are interested please speak to any Board member.
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Venice Pride, Inc Festival |
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When: November 20, 2021
Time: 11AM to 4PM
Where: SunCoast MCC
Entertainment*Music*Food*Drinks*
Pet Blessing and Parade
Kids Korner* Community Speakers*
and much more…
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August 8th Worship Recording |
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August 8th Worship Service |
If you were unable to join us last Sunday, we missed you.
You can use the link to watch the recording of the August 1st Worship Service.
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SunCoast MCC School Supply Drive |
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Thanks to your generosity, we were able to deliver school supplies to two Title 1 elementary schools in Sarasota County:
Cranberry Elementary
and
Glenallen Elementary
Because of you, many children will have the supplies to help them succeed.
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Please pray for the teachers, staff, students and families as they start yet another school year under this cloud of the COVID pandemic. |
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SunCoast MCC Tree of Life Memorial |
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Remembering those on the
Tree of Life
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Beginning August, we will be starting a new tradition at SunCoast MCC.
Each month, we ask people to place a white ribbon on the leaf of your loved one or friend honoring a birthday, anniversary or an anniversary of a loved one's passing. The ribbons will be provided and located at the table under the tree.
At the end of each month, we will remove the ribbons and ask people to do the same for the next month.
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Re-Open Team Updated Protocols |
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We can do this but we need your help. With the rise in COVID cases, the Re-Open Team has updated our safety protocols. Please take a minute to review the changes below.
- We ask that everyone resume wearing a mask while in the Church. This is for your safety and the safety of others.
- We will greet each other from a distance for now with no handshakes, hugs, fist pumps or elbow bumps.
- Our Emerge Team will continue to offer to escort you to a seat, and if you prefer to maintain social distance, they will assist you.
- There will be limited congregational singing.
- We ask you to continue to avoid congregating around the lobby, sound booth and offices.
- And, of course, if you are sick or feel symptoms of COVID, please stay home and enjoy the service online or on YouTube.
We hope that these revisions will be temporary and that we will be able to lessen the restrictions soon. Thank you all for your patience and cooperation.
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Supporting our Community Needs |
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Family Promise of South Sarasota County is an organization that helps families find housing. They work with families to ensure all children have a safe and stable place they can call home.
You can use the link below to read more about Family promise and the wonderful work they do!
They are in need of several items. If you are able, please pickup some of this supplies needed and bring them to the Church. We will make sure they are delivered.
- Hurricane kits
- Emergency Flashlight/Radio
- Flashlights and batteries
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Special Letter from the Board of Directors |
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SUNCOAST MEMBERS AND FRIENDS: A SMALL BUT IMPORTANT PROJECT!
August 6, 2021
So, what is a COMPRESSOR anyway, why do we need one and what does it do?
Answer: An air compressor keeps the air inside the pipe until a sprinkler head activates, filling the system with water. The air compressor is an integral component to the fire protection system.
Part of owning a beautiful piece of property and a lovely building is the responsibility to ensure proper maintenance, even of things we may never see in action.
Estimates for a new compressor are at about $3,000. The really good news is that a generous couple in our church has donated $1,500. And we have so far raised an additional $220.
So, let’s pitch in this summer and get it done! We would love to be able to announce by August 15th that we have achieved our goal! You can help by dropping your donation by the Church office, mailing it or using Easy Tithe.
And, please remember, if you are on vacation, and do not already use EZ tithe, consider signing up, or remembering us in your giving this summer.
Bless you, whether you are traveling, or worshiping from home. . . you are always in our prayers!
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Unite in the Power of Prayer |
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Update from Your Pastoral
& Congregational Care Team
Your need for comforting and lifting prayers is important to us.
We ask everyone to join us in prayer for:
Bill B • Joe & Tim
• Micki H • Randy & Tim •
BJ H • Greg H • Marsha P-S •
Julia & Family • Edison & Bill •
Rev. Ruth J-F • :Laura M •
Doug B • Kelly S • Betty R • Tim
• Jeff • Tina • Eddy
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MCC Updates and Information |
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MCC Global Conference Update |
Use the link below to learn more about the 2022 Conference. |
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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 Avenue, Venice, FL 34292
(941) 484-7068
Office Hours:
Monday: Office is closed
Tuesday thru Thursday: 10AM to 3PM
Friday: Noon to 3PM
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