Photo Credit: Irene Wlodarczyk
The Lord loves righteousness and justice;
the earth is full of Our Creator's unfailing love. Psalms 33:5
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, MARCH 26, 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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Celebrating the Work and Service of our Deacons |
Please join us this Sunday as we honor and celebrate the work of our Deacons. Charlene Bisordi, David Flynn and David Waldron have served SunCoast MCC faithfully for many years and we want to thank them for dedication to the work of God and our Church.
We encourage everyone to bring each of the Deacons a card or note on Sunday sharing a memory or a simple Thank You for your service.
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Help us decorate the Altar on Easter Sunday |
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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Rev. Vickie Miller | Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors, SunCoast MCC
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Join Us for Worship on
Sunday, March 28 at 10AM
In-Person or Via Live Stream Worship
Holy Vessels: Holy, Wholly (Integrated Health)
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Those who shouted “Hosanna!” and waved branches as Jesus entered Jerusalem were celebrating and anticipating a new future. They had witnessed Jesus’ healing ministry, heard his stories of transformation, and saw his life filled with compassionate power.
Like beach glass that creates a beautiful artistic mosaic, Jesus created a community that came from the brokenness around him. The community of parade attenders witnessed, yet, another sign.
Jesus entered Jerusalem in humility, forgiveness and peace, signaling that this is the way forward for our individual and community wholeness.
Scripture: Matthew 9: 1-8 &
Mark 11:1-11
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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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Join us for an hour of fun, friendly competition and fellowship.
Monday Nights at 6PM.
Bragging Rights for Monday, March 22nd:
1st: Bill, George, and Park
2nd: Terrie, Renae, Lisa , Audrey and Janine and Tonie
3rd: Mary, Maryellen and Terry B.
Use the link below to join the fun!
Meeting ID: 941 8828 9799
Passcode: 399572
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Save the Date!
SunCoast MCC Virtual Pictionary will be on April 8th at 6PM
We hope you will be able to join us for a night of fun, laughter, fellowship and friendly competition.
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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 total offering received for the weeks ending March14th and March 21st was $4,399 for the General Fund and $1,225 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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"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 on the Easter Offering |
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Update on the Easter Offering
GREAT NEWS! We are so excited that we met our $5,000 match in the last 10 days, and we have now received a total of $18,855!
In order to meet our goal for the General Fund, and to re-do the floors in the sanctuary and on the chancel, we need a total of about $25,000. We are only $6,145 away as of this moment!
Our estimate is a little higher because we are also using this opportunity to rewire and move the sound booth to the back of the sanctuary, so that we will have more seating and unobstructed space. This project will make our sanctuary space more expansive for worship and other events.
Thanks for your generosity as we make these improvements in anticipation of worshiping indoors in our sanctuary sometime later this year!!!
You can use the LINK below to make a donation.
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Update from Your Pastoral & Congregational Care Team |
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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 • Ryan C •
BJ H. • Ebraieu F. • 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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Helping Our Community Partners |
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The concert is schedule for Holy Saturday. The time and link will be shared on our website and Social Media pages once it is available.
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SunCoast MCC ASL Choir will be performing in the Easter Concert sponsored by the Denomination. |
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Life During and After Covid |
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Here are some links to help better understand Covid and a Sweet Treat opportunity. |
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The shifting landscape shaped by COVID-19 presents daily challenges. But new challenges also offer opportunities for growth.
Explore how organizations are responding, revitalizing and reinventing for the new future of work.
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Krispy Kreme is finding ways to be sweet as the U.S. continues to scale COVID-19 vaccinations.
To show our support for those who choose to get vaccinated, starting Monday, 3/22, anyone who shows their COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card will receive a free Original Glazed® doughnut.
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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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