Photo Credit: Cindy Lawrence
But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
~Isaiah 40:31
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST May 28, 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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Registration will close at noon on Friday. |
Our new series, "Becoming a New Creation" will help us focus on reflection and rethinking how we can live the life Christ has challenged us to live.
As we emerge from the past year of isolation and move into our next chapter, take a moment to reflect on how you have changed and what becoming a new creation will look like for you and for the Church.
Below is a video of what we were able to accomplish despite Covid. We hope you enjoy a short trip down memory lane.
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Rev. Vickie Miller | Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors, SunCoast MCC
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Join us this Sunday
May 30th at 10AM
In-Person or Via Live Stream Worship
Becoming a New Creation:
Re-Creating the Sabbath
As we transition our worship services back into the sanctuary, we will embark on a new series focusing on what it means to be a “new creation” (2 Cor. 5:17).
Becoming a new creation in Christ invites us to inner renewal and re-connection to others and our community.
We begin by looking to Jesus who taught about keeping the Sabbath as a way to be refreshed, renewed, and open so that the light of Christ is reignited and shining within us.
What practices of Sabbath will we engage in this summer that will refresh our spirits?
Scriptures:
2 Corinthians 4:5-12 and Mark 2:23-3:6
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We are excited to welcome Jenna Duranko as a guest performer this Sunday. She will be playing the marimba, piano and singing during Worship. Jenna is the daughter of Cindy Duranko and Cindy Smith.
Jenna is a native of Frederick Maryland and is a Hood College graduate holding a master’s degree in Thanatology. Jenna received her bachelor’s degree in Music Business and Percussion Performance from Radford University in South West Virginia.
Jenna has previous experience working as the Assistant Promotions Director at Manning Media in Frederick and as the Director of Social Media for Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ. As a local musician, Jenna has given marimba concerts in nursing homes. Jenna is a member of the Frederick Chapter of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition for which she has organized and performed annual benefit concerts. A singer-songwriter, Jenna has written and recorded songs available for digital download world-wide. When she is not working, or playing and writing music, Jenna enjoys spending time with her 7 year old Australian Shepherd, Keiko.
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We have formed a new Ministry of volunteers to help with our indoor reopen efforts because we recognize that we cannot reopen today in the same way we did before the pandemic.
EMERGE has two primary assignments;
❤ Help to reopen the Sanctuary for worship safely by implementing the social distancing protocols defined by the Reopen team.
❤ Welcome our guests, take attendance and seat our guests at Service.
This is a new ministry, and we are looking for volunteers.
Please consider joining EMERGE.
Sign-up Today:
If you are interested in volunteering and can assist on Sundays as a greeter or as an usher please contact:
- Linda is coordinating the assignments for this team. She is also a member of the Outward Bound, Reopen and Board.
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Thank you to the following people for attending the first training meeting for the Emerge Ministry Team.
Amy T.
Tammy R-N
Julia G.
Debi J.
Jacquie R.
John G.
Ellen K.
Susan F.
Mary C.
Kathy H.
Linda S.
Rev Nancy
Rev Vickie
Beth R.
Raquel G.
Connie K.
Terry B.
Santa P.
Scott S.
Yolanda d.
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Use the Links below to register for Inside Worship Services in
June.
Registration will close at noon on Fridays prior to each Sunday Worship Service.
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.
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June Birthdays
01 Rev. Naomi King
02 David Brancaccio
05 Charlene Bisordi
08 David Larson
11 George Ward
13 Marty Shoemaker
15 Jerry Farr
19 Paul Barber
24 David Flynn
25 Scott Bickert
25 Pat Boyd
25 Tonie McCarthy
30 Joanne Healy
June Anniversaries
08 Roger Miller and Jerry Farr
22 Maryellen Bradley and
Mary Convy
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Board of Directors Updates |
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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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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 report next week will include funds collected for 3 weeks.
*Funds the church's 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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Upcoming Events in the Life of the Church |
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More Bible Mysteries. . . .
LGBT Folks, Allies and the Bible
Tuesdays, June 15th & June 22nd at 6 PM
Rev. Nancy Wilson will be leading us through the clues in the Bible via Zoom.
June 15: “What Does the Bible Really Have to Say About Homosexuality, LGBTQ people, and Why Have We Been Told It Is So Negative?”
Come and share some reflections on this mystery. . .
June 22: “Are All the People in the Bible Heterosexual and Cis-Gendered? Has There Been a Cover Up?”
Let’s explore this mystery with open minds and hearts!
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Memorial Day Monday, May 31st |
The Church Office will be closed Monday, May 31st as we honor all those who have given their life for our Country.
“Our nation owes a debt to its fallen heroes that we can never fully repay.”
- Barack Obama
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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 •
Greg H • Tim H • Joe D • Doug B
John • Micki H • Julia G • Randy M
Steve B • Carla P • Maggie B
BJ H • Kathi K
Rev. Nancy W. • Margie S
Albee • Tina B • Kathy H • Gailand K
Janine M • Charlene B • Tim M
Tara W • Paula S •
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Ways to Help the Church and the Community |
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Calling all Office Angels |
Do you have some time on your hands and would like to find something meaningful to fill your day?
Do you like talking to people and telling people about SunCoast MCC?
We are looking for any interested volunteers who might be willing to help in the office when needed. Please email Kim HERE and let her know if you are interested in becoming part of this ministry.
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CHAPS needs Hygiene products. Please consider picking up items during your next trip to the store and bringing the items to church on Sunday.
They need regular size items, not travel size.
Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.-.Galatians 6:2
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"RIDE FOR PRIDE CAR PARADE"
SATURDAY, JUNE 5 AT 1PM
Please join us as we celebrate Pride Month! Venice Pride, Inc. is hosting its second car parade in downtown Venice, FL. All are welcome.
Registration is easy! Please use the link below to let Venice Pride, Inc. know that you will be attending. Venice Pride, Inc. is also looking for sponsors. We look forward to seeing you.
If you are interested in becoming a Ride for Pride Sponsor, please use the link below.
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Proclamation
Declaring June 5th as Venice Pride Day and the Month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month
Mayor Ron Feinsod issued a proclamation declaring June 5, 2021 as Venice Pride Day and the month of June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month in the City of Venice, urging all citizens to respect and honor our diverse community, and celebrate and build a culture of inclusiveness and acceptance.
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SAVE THE DATE
ANNUAL VENICE PRIDE FESTIVAL
SATURDAY
NOVEMBER 20
11AM to 4PM
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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 and Wednesday 10AM to 3PM
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