Photo Credit: Park Showalter
"How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!"
Psalm 133:1, NIV
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, FEBRUARY 7, 2021
A welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation.
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Rev. Vickie Miller
Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors, SunCoast MCC
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Register for the Outdoor Services
(also live-streamed)
Register in advance so we are able to properly plan for a safe and socially distanced Service.
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Worship Service on
Sunday, February 7 at 10AM
Drawn In:
Living a Creative Life with God
Week 6: Resting
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We extend a warm welcome to our
SunCoast MCC family and friends.
Special music provided this Sunday by the sign language choir and a member of SunCoast MCC, Park Showalter.
We end the “Drawn in” series with a topic that is grossly overlooked in the creative process: effortlessness and play. Creativity suffers if we constantly labor.
In the story of creation, God rested. And this was very “good” as well! While the story said God was “finished” and then rested, really it was simply a pause to reflect, to observe, and to celebrate. May we also find ways to celebrate along our journey.
Scripture: Genesis 2:1-4 & Exodus 20:8–11
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Inclement Weather: If the outdoor service is cancelled due to inclement weather, the recorded Service will be available on the website and YouTube at 3PM on Sunday. |
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Profiles in perseverance
"You may not know their names. But these courageous Black Americans changed history."
Published February 1, 2021
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Every Black History Month, we tend to celebrate the same cast of historic figures. They are the civil rights leaders and abolitionists whose faces we see plastered on calendars and postage stamps. They resurface each February when the nation commemorates African Americans who have transformed America.
They deserve all their accolades. But this month we are focusing instead on 28 seminal Black figures – one for each day of February – who don’t often make the history books.
Each transformed America in a profound way. Many don’t fit the conventional definition of a hero. Some were foul-tempered, weighed down by personal demons, and misunderstood by their contemporaries.
One was a mystic, another was a spy who posed as a slave, and another was a brilliant but troubled poet dubbed the “Godfather of Rap.” Few were household names. All of them were pioneers.
It’s time for these American heroes to get their due.
Source: CNN (Use Link Below to see entire article).
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“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
― Maya Angelou
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Credits
Editor: Brandon Griggs
Editorial oversight: Saeed Ahmed and John Blake
Contributors: Simret Aklilu, Leah Asmelash, John Blake, Nicole Chavez, Alaa Elassar, Faith Karimi, Harmeet Kaur, Amir Vera and Sydney Walton
Photo editor: Clint Alwahab
Design and development: Priya Krishnakumar, Alberto Mier and Ivory Sherman
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Genesis 2: 1-3,
"Thus the heavens and the earth were completed in all their vast array. By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done."
Let's take a moment to rest and reflect while watching the video link below as we prepare for worship.
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NEW ASL PERFORMANCE THAT YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS
SunCoast MCC Virtual ASL Choir has been practicing and preparing another beautiful performance. Use the link below to enjoy their latest song.
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Special Thanks....
The ASL Choir would like to thank Rev. Celena Spain for all the technical support and making the choir look good!
Also, thank you to Rev. Celena, Rev. Renae and Cindy Smith for the beautiful vocal accompaniment and Rev. Celena for playing the piano.
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Worship Attendance for Sunday, January 31. 2021 |
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We are so happy you joined us
in-person and virtually!
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In-Person: 41
Live Stream during Worship: 43
(second week with a viewer in Canada)
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Congratulations!!
Join us in wishing Rebecca Wilson and Rev. Renae Phillips the best of luck in their new journeys at MCC!!
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Congratulations to our own Rebecca Wilson and prayers for her as she enters the ordination program for MCC. |
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Rev. Renae Phillips will serve as the Interim Pastor at King of Peace in St. Petersburg, FL. Keep Rev. Renae and Terrie in your thoughts and prayers as she serves MCC, King of Peace MCC and Our Lord in this new position. |
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Board of Directors Updates |
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Weekly Offering
Thank you for your continued support and generosity, especially in light of these challenging times. Based on our new monthly mortgage, we are updating the weekly expense needed to $4,800.
For the week ending January 31, 2021, we collected $2092 for General Fund* and $365 for Pillars**.
Together, let’s keep our General Fund and Pillars accounts liquid.
*Funds the church's operating expenses (i.e., utilities, salaries, maintenance of property, worship/multi-media expenses, bank fees, internet, copier, office supplies, tithe, etc.)
**Funds the church's mortgage, insurance & taxes.
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“Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.” 1 Peter 4:10 |
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Meet our new Board of Directors
for 2021
The Board of Directors is responsible to provide oversight of all finances, direct the strategic activities, attract new members, foster community partnerships, encourage volunteers to support the Church through their talents and gifts and manage the facilities-related activities of the Church.
Please keep these leaders in your prayers as they work to fulfill the mission and vision of SunCoast MCC.
Vice Moderator - Kathy Hanas
Treasurer - Beth Ryan
Clerk - Mary Convy
Member At Large - Linda Stab
Member At Large - Scott Swonger
If you have questions, comments or suggestions, you can email the Board members using the link below:
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From Your Pastoral and Congregational Care Team |
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Your need for comforting and lifting prayers are important to us. We ask everyone to join us in prayer for:
Dave W. • Laura M. • Darwin B. •
Bill B. • Anne • Joe • Greg H. •
Tim H. • Joe D • .
Doug B. • Micki H. • Julia G.•
Randy M. • Tony •
Tim M. • Karen • Lou •
Diane T. • John F. •
Cindy L. • Nick. • Kathleen •
Cindy D • Cindy S •
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We are in Need of Supplies |
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As we have more in-person events, it is important to make sure everyone stays safe and healthy.
Next time you are at the store, we could use:
- Pump Hand soap
- Disinfection Spray
- Disinfectant Cleaning Sprays
- Pump Hand Sanitizer
Please drop them off at the church office or leave them with a volunteer when checking in for in-person worship.
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CHAPS can always use our support! If you have any food or hygiene items, please drop them off at the church office during office hours or give them to a volunteer when attending outdoor worship. |
Items they can use include:
shampoo, dandruff shampoo, conditioner, disposable razors, women's body wash, alcohol, peroxide, bar soap, sanitary napkins, panty liners, tampons
cleaning products such as disinfectant sprays, wipes, and cleaners.
Please no travel size.
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26th Anniversary and Valentine's Day:
LOVE WINS!
Sunday, Feb. 14 at 10AM
At the 10AM service we will celebrate our SunCoast MCC Anniversary. We will also acknowledge couples, relationships, families of all kinds.
Please remember to register for worship using the link above.
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It is time to update our records and make sure we have the most current information from our members, families and friends.
Please take a minute to complete the contact information form that can be found using the link below.
Thank you.
This information will not be shared in the directory without your permission.
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TRIVIA IS BACK
February 8, 15 and 22
at 6PM
Winners for February 1st:
1st Place: Geni and Kim
2nd Place: Janine and Tonie
3rd Place: Bill, Park and George
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Meeting ID: 991 4134 5023
Passcode: suncoast
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A new ASL class will begin Thursday, February 11th at 6PM. Please join us as we learn a new song and enjoy a time of fellowship. |
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Reopen Team Update
Protocols for Attending the Outdoor In-Person Services
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Thank you for your support in following SunCoast MCC social distancing protocols. We continue to review them periodically and make the enhancements needed. Please remember:
Due to the increased cases of COVID, if you are not feeling well, or have symptoms of COVID, please do not come into the church building or to our outdoor events until you have quarantined for 14 days or test negative.
If you have tested positive for COVID, please do not enter the church building until you have tested negative for the virus. Also, do not come to our outdoor events if you are positive and until you have tested negative.
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- Registration is required.
- Maintain 6 feet distancing.
- Wear a mask at all times.
- Follow instructions by Ushers.
- Do not move the chairs. They have been sanitized and properly spaced.
- Attendance will be taken when you arrive.
- Restrooms are available on a limited basis.
- It may be cool, so wear layered clothing and bring a hat or anything else you may need for your comfort.
- Use designated containers for disposing of your empty communion cups when you exit.
- We will have two donation baskets set up to place your offering when you check-in and as you leave.
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Finally, if you have any suggestions or ideas about our current safety protocols and/or other recommendations, please let us know. Send us an email HERE.
Your ideas are welcomed.
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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 and Wednesday 10AM to 3PM
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