Photo Credit: Tammy Rabon-Noyce
"But when they saw Jesus walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out,  because they all saw him and were terrified. Immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”  Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. They were completely amazed." ~Mark 6:49-51
STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST June 25, 2021
A welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation!
Sunday Worship Information
Use the Links below to register for Worship Services.

If you register for a Sunday Service and are unable to attend, please call the Church Office to remove your name allowing room for others to attend.
Registration will close at noon on Friday, June 25th for the June 27th Service.
Rev. Vickie Miller | Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors, SunCoast MCC
Join us this Sunday
June 27th at 10AM

In-Person or Via Live Stream Worship

Becoming a New Creation: 
Healing Old Wounds

When we tend to our relationship with God, we connect with the power of new life and healing.

Sometimes there are wounds that have remained with us over the years and we continue to “bleed” even though we think ignoring them will make them go away.

Jesus says to the woman in our scripture story for this week that her faith has healed her.

Are we willing to move confidently toward Jesus, knowing his very presence in our lives can end the pain that we’ve carried around for a long time?

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34
Special Celebration
Happy Anniversary to
Dr. David Katz
A year ago, we had the opportunity to hire Dr. David Katz as our Director of Music. He started with us during a pandemic when we didn't have a clear plan or vision for what would happen next.
He jumped in and went right to work. Dr. Katz played through freezing temperatures, small wind storms and had to compete with the sounds of nature. We have been blessed by his talents and creativity. We look forward to many more years!
Hurricane Season is HERE
Hurricane Season...Are you Ready? Can you Help ready the Church or others?

Please take a minute to complete the survey below.
Our goal is to ensure the building and SunCoast families are ready and prepared.
The Church is in need of some items to ensure we are ready to take care of the building in the event of a Hurricane.

We need the following items:

  • Battery powered drill
  • Wingnut bit for the drill
  • 18-inch battery powered chain saw
  • 3 extra rechargeable batteries for each
  • WD40 (several cans)
  • Gas cards for the mowers
Board of Directors Updates
"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
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. For the weeks of June 7th and 13th, we received $3,961.51 for the General Fund* and $875 for the Pillars Fund**.


*General 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.
The next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for June 28th at 4:30PM at the Church.
Anyone is welcome to attend and watch our dedicated leaders as they take care of the Church business.

If you are interested in attending as an observer, please email the church office at info@suncoastmcc.com to let the Board know.
Previous Worship Service
Father's Day 2021 Video

If you missed Worship on Sunday, you can watch the special tribute to the Fathers of SunCoast MCC using the link below.
Save the Date!
We are open and ready to welcome our Church Family and Friends to join us for some time of learning, fun and fellowship. Our Pastors are making plans to hold in-person Bible Study classes, Membership classes and have started looking ahead to our Homecoming weekend. Make sure you mark your calendars; we hope to see you at many of the activities listed below.
Want to learn about being an Office Angel?

Join us for an informational meeting on Wednesday, June 30th at 10:30 AM
SunCoast MCC Homecoming
"United Around the Table"
September
18 & 19, 2021
Stretching Your Spirit
SunCoast Summer
Classes 2021

Tuesday, July 27th at 10AM
Discover Your Spiritual Type


Wednesday, August 4th
at 6:30 PM
Black Lives Matter: Help Me and/or my Family
Understand!


Wednesday, August 11th 
at 10AM
Reflective Bible Reading
SunCoast MCC Membership Class
August 1, 2021 at 11:30AM
 (after worship)
 
Are you interested in learning more about our church and denomination, Metropolitan Community Church? A class, led by our pastors, will be held for those who are interested in knowing more and are considering joining the church. We will also get to know each other and answer your questions. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by July 28 to the church office (941) 484-7068 or info@suncoastmcc.com
Unite in the Power of Prayer

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 S • Greg H • Tim H
Joe D • Micki H • Randy M • Tim M
Carla P • Maggie B • BJ H
Margie S • Gailand K 
Tara W • Paula S • Ron S.
Mike & His Mother
Supporting our Youth and Community
ALSO Youth (Advocacy, Leadership, Support, Outreach) provides resources and programs for LGBTQ+ Youth to have a safe space so they may be who they truly are every day. During the past several months, these youth are finding more challenging obstacles as they maneuver through daily events. ALSO continues to reach out through Zoom sessions and phone calls as they support school networking for these youth. Our centers are now open again as the staff continues to work to provide online activities, resources, book clubs, and services for all the youth. 
 
We need funds to support the book clubs, online programs, and summer online sessions, as well as continue to provide Zoom for the center. Please donate and let's GIVE YOUTH A CHANCE.
Our Safety Protocols For Worship
Although many of us are fully vaccinated, we can't be sure that all of our members and guests are, so we ask for your cooperation to keep each other safe.
We fully expect that as conditions change, we will be revising our protocols.  

  • Please use the marked doors for entering and exiting the building.
  • Please wear a mask inside the Church building. You may remove it once you are outside.
  • Once you are in the sanctuary, please remain in your seat. If you need to use the restroom, please exit safely while maintaining social distancing.  
  • Please, no congregating or socializing in the lobby, offices, restrooms, and recording areas and avoid close contact with others.
  • We will continue to social distance, wave to each other, blow kisses, but no shaking hands or hugging inside the Church building.
  • No singing until it is safer to do so.
  • A card was placed on chairs between registered guests/groups to maintain social distancing. Please do not remove the cards.
  • If you need any assistance, please raise your hand for a member of our emerge team to help you.
  • Please stay home and enjoy the service online or on YouTube if you are sick or feel symptoms of Covid.
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We Care: We are here to support you! Click on the links below to contact these ministries.
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