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"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, MARCH 19, 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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Sunday Worship Information
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Ritual Action for the Fourth Week of Lent
During these weeks of Lent, we have been using sea glass symbolic of change that we can make in our lives.
The glass is discarded as junk into the ocean. With time, the churning of the waters and the sand creates a new beauty in the glass that was discarded.
As the sea glass changes so can we make changes. We can face the storms of life led by the Healer,
the One who Calms the Storm in the midst of fear.
As a reminder of change we can make in our lives, we are going to restore some beauty to our sea glass pieces.
You can create a pendant that can be hung in a window or as a necklace, a constant reminder of our role as those who must “take care,”
must care for and contribute to,
rather than diminish, the beauty of this earth.
Use the LINK below to watch Bill demonstrate how easy it is to make the sea glass into a pendant by wrapping thin craft wire around a piece of sea glass.
Make a pendant for yourself and wear it to Sunday Service
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Rev. Vickie Miller | Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors, SunCoast MCC
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Join Us for Worship on
Sunday, March 21 at 10AM
In-Person or Via Live Stream Worship
Holy Vessels: Restoration
(Environmental Health)
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In our worship this Sunday, we will re-affirm that we have the “power to turn things around, to calm the storm.” That storm today is climate change and all that goes along with it.
Our Gospel lesson features Jesus using references to nature and calming a violent storm on the Sea of Galilee.
Can humanity chart a different course in the days and years to come? Can we align with Jesus, and have faith that together we can restore the gift of Creation?
As we worship in the beautiful outdoor setting at our church or watch it online, this message is driven home even more for us, SunCoast MCC!
Matthew 8: 18-27
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Register in advance so we are able to properly plan for a safe and socially distanced Service. |
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Inclement Weather: If the outdoor Worship Service is canceled, we will Live Stream it. Join us at 10AM for a live Service. If you have difficulty with the Live Stream, the recorded Service will be available on the website and YouTube after 4PM on Sunday.
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A Note From Robert Rogers |
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Dear Rev. Vickie,
I simply wanted to let you, Rev. Nancy, and the entire Suncoast MCC family know how full my heart is from today’s experience. The opportunity to hold space with such generous spirits in an environment so filled with love and support was healing on so many levels.
I look forward to contributing to your incredibly important work in any way I can.
Again, my heartfelt gratitude for all you do…
Robert
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SunCoast MCC is Featured in the Venice Gondolier Newspaper |
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The Venice Gondolier Newspaper featured SunCoast MCC and promoted our in-person worship and the Lenten theme of Holy Vessels. We are blessed to have this support as we continue to open our doors and live our vision of Truth, Trust, and Transformation. |
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Virtual Trivia is Back!!
Join us for an hour of fun, friendly competition and fellowship.
Monday Nights at 6PM.
Bragging Rights for Monday, March 15th:
1st: Bill, George, and Park
2nd: Mary, Maryellen and Terrie, Renae, Lisa and Audrey
3rd: Cindy and Cindy
Use the link below to join the fun!
Meeting ID: 941 8828 9799
Passcode: 399572
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Please join us for our last Lenten Bible Study Class
Virtual Session
Use the Link Below to Join the Group
Thursday, March 25 at 7PM
Meeting ID: 811 6073 1125
Passcode: 292001
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Update from Your Board of Directors |
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 offering reported next week will be for two weeks.
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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"Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to."
-Deuteronomy 15:10
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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:
Dave W • Laura M • Darwin B •
Bill B • Joe • Greg H •
Tim H • Joe D • John •
Doug B • Micki H • Julia G •
Randy M • Sharon F •
Carla P • Maggie B • Margie • BJ • Ryan C •
BJ H. • Florence F.
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Take a moment to hear his work using the video link below. |
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Guest Performance Eirinn Abu
During Sunday's Worship on April 11 at 10AM, Eirinn Abu a local musician and saxophonist will be performing.
Eirinn Abu and his wife, Brandy, enjoy visiting churches to worship and praise as they share God’s music with everyone. Eirinn Abu has now performed and shared his testimony on how God saved his life in over 1,000 churches in the last ten years. You can expect a very blessed and moving experience that will warm your heart and feel the presence of the Holy Spirit.
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BELOW IS THE CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR HOLY WEEK!! |
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Saturday, March 27 at 9AM to 11AM
In-Person only
The Gospel of Mark:
A Spiritual Practice for Lent
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As we prepare for Holy Week this year, we are going to have a special opportunity to read the entire Gospel of Mark together, on the Saturday before Palm Sunday.
We will gather outdoors, in the sanctuary area. There will be a podium with a large print version of the Gospel of Mark, and those in attendance can either just listen, or participate by taking turns, safely, reading pre-marked passages.
Our sole purpose will be to hear the story of Jesus – the shortest and easiest to read version -- in one sitting. There is something powerful about just hearing the whole story, with all the drama, excitement and passion.
Join us for this simple, deeply spiritual experience. You do not need to bring a Bible, or anything. Just come, read and listen.
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Sunday, March 28 at 10AM
Palm Sunday Worship Service
In-Person and via Live Stream
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“They took palm branches and went out to meet Jesus shouting, "Hosanna!" "Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!" "Blessed is the king of Israel!"
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Holy Thursday, April 1 at 7pm
Join via Zoom
Reflection and Study: The Mystery Man at the Passover Meal
To make preparations for the Passover meal, Jesus told the disciples to find a man with a water jar. Who was this mystery man, and why was he transgressing traditional gender roles?
Together we will read the story of Jesus' last night with the disciples, reflect on his words and actions, and ponder the identity of this mystery man.
Meeting ID: 895 3575 4383
Passcode: 773150
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Good Friday, April 2
A Special Time for Prayer and Reflection
In-Person, Limited Hourly
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The Church Sanctuary will be open for a time of quiet personal meditation from 11AM to 2PM.
We are allowing up to 10 people in each hour. The Outward Bound team will be assisting with checking temperatures, cleaning the chairs and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. You can spend as much time as you need during your designated hour.
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Space is Limited.
Only 10 SunCoast MCC members and families will be allowed to be in the Sanctuary each hour.
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Virtual Service
Good Friday
April 2 at 7PM
The Link will be available on the Church Website and in Staying Connected.
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In-Person Service
Easter Sunday
April 4 at 10AM
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Special Easter Offering 2021 |
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Help Decorate Our Altar For Easter Sunday |
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We are inviting you to participate in our Easter Sunday celebration by bringing an Easter plant to add to the beauty of the Greatest of All Feasts - the Resurrection of Christ.
Bring your plant with you on Easter Sunday. You will be able to take your plant home after the Easter Service.
“God is in all creatures, even in the smallest flowers.” — Martin Luther
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Helping Our Community Partners |
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Last Opportunity to Take the Survey
Deadline: March 21 by 4PM
We are, for the third time since the pandemic, asking you to complete a Check-in Survey to let us know how we are doing? Your feedback on how we should continue to worship and host events at Church, safely, is important as we make plans for 2021.
Please take a minute now to complete this survey by using the link below. Each step of the way, since the pandemic, we have listened to your feedback. Your voice and opinion matter! Thank you.
Thank you to those who have taken the time to complete the survey.
We want to hear from everyone.
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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. Attendance will be taken when you arrive.
- Maintain 6 feet distancing and wear a mask at all times.
- Follow instructions by Ushers.
- Do not move the chairs. They have been sanitized and properly spaced.
- Restrooms are available on a limited basis.
- Use designated containers to dispose your empty communion cups when you exit.
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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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