Photo Credit: Janine Mc Carthy
“Hear this, O Job; stop and consider the wondrous works of God."
~Job 37:14
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST November 12, 2021
We are a welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation!
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Thank You to All Our Veterans |
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Veterans Day is holiday dedicated to American veterans of all wars, and is celebrated annually on November 11th. In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice, or temporary halt to fighting, was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I, then known as “the Great War.”
On November 11, 1921, an unidentified American soldier killed in the war was buried at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D.C. On the same day the previous year, unidentified soldiers were laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in London and at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
Source: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/history-of-veterans-day
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Honoring SunCoast MCC Veterans
Rudy Angell-Army
Peter Braman-Army
Eve Burchert-Army
Bill Burckhardt-Navy
Gloria Burgess-Marines
Maggie Byrum-Navy
Joe Davis-Army
Sharon Farquhar-Woman's Army Corp
Jerry Farr- Air Force
David Flynn-Army
Greg Holman-Coast Guard
Jack Hutter-Navy
Debi Joyce- Air Force
Ray Klausen-Reserves
Cindy Lawrence-Army
Roger Miller-Navy
HR Nicholson-Air Force
Bruce O'Neill-Navy
Terrie Quinn-Air Force
Sandie Sanderson-Army
Ron Sortore-Army/Air Force
Tonie Waigand-Army
George Ward-Army
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Sunday Worship Information
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Join us this
Sunday, November 14th
10 AM
In-Person or Live Stream Worship
"I Want to See Again"
How many times in our lives are we seeking a new “soul vision,” whether for ourselves, our families, or for our church?
When we can grasp onto that vision our whole life and focus changes. In our Gospel passage for this week, we find someone who claimed a new vision and received both physical and spiritual sight. We trust that Jesus can provide the same for us.
Likewise, our church is embarking on a new vision and a new season as we prepare to adopt and implement a strategic plan for the days ahead. May our way forward be God’s “soul vision” for us as a community.
Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-21, Mark 10:46-52
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Rev. Vickie Miller
Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors
SunCoast MCC
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Transgender Awareness Week and Day of Remembrance |
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Transgender Awareness Week 2021
Each year between November 13th – 19th, people and communities around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise visibility about transgender people and address issues members of the community face. The week leads up to Transgender Day of Remembrance which is November 20th.
What is Transgender Awareness Week?
Transgender Awareness Week is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around the issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affects the transgender community.
This is an annual observance on November 20th that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence that year.
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SunCoast MCC Upcoming Events |
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On November 14th, we will be Celebrating!
Veterans Day
CHAPS Sunday
Please bring Hygiene items and non-perishable items.
Pillars Sunday
Consider giving an additional donation to the Pillars Fund which pays our mortgage each month.
November Birthdays and Anniversaries
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Everyone is invited to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting on November 14, 2021 immediately after Worship.
During the meeting members will vote on the 2022 Budget and elect members for the open Board of Directors positions. The Board of Directors will also present the Strategic Plan.
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Next Good Trouble Group Meeting |
Our next Good Trouble Group Meeting will be Tuesday, November 16th at 6:30 PM. This will be a hybrid class. You can join in-person or via Zoom using the link below.
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VENICE INTERFAITH
COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION
invites you to a
VIRTUAL INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Wednesday
November 24, 2021
7 PM
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Advent Retreat: Housing the Holy
Saturday, December 4
9:30 AM - 1 PM
(outside on the church grounds)
During this season of Advent we are invited to open the door to the holy and make room for the Spirit to occupy our whole selves. There will be a variety of activities, prayer time, communion and lunch together (bring a sack lunch). Sign up in advance in the church lobby or using the link below.
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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 monthly mortgage and expenses, we need $4,800 each week. The counts for the week of November 7th are $5,570 for the General Fund* and $775 for the Pillars Fund**.
*Funds the church's expenses (i.e., utilities, salaries, maintenance of property, worship/multi-media expenses, bank fees, internet, copier, office supplies, tithe, etc.)
**Pillars Funds the church's mortgage, insurance & taxes.
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United 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:
Randy M & Tim M •
BJ H & Denise W •
Bill B • Joe D & Tim H •
Laura M • Greg H • Doug B • Nikki L • Beverly D • Jerry F • Bruce C
Jack B • Jackie • Margie S • Ginny • Jim F • Sandie S • Ron L • Marty S •
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If you have someone in need of prayer that you would like placed on our Prayer List, please contact:
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PRAYER SUBMITTED BY:
REV. CORENA SILLS MONTOYA
Transgender Female (She/Her/Hers)
Corena is a Progressive Spiritualist and Advocate to the LGBTQ+ Community.
She has attended MCC for 19 years and is currently a Lay Delegate at Founders MCC Los Angeles. She has recently been ordained by the Amazing Love Sanctuary based in Colorado.
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November 7th Worship Recording |
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Recorded Worship Service
If you were unable to join us last Sunday, we missed you.
You can use the link to watch a recording of the November 7th Worship Service.
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New SunCoast MCC Protocols for Onsite Worship |
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The Board of Directors regularly revisits the safety protocols in relation to COVID-19. We looked at the local statistics and noted the decrease in cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
We welcomed this good news and we remain hopeful that we are headed toward better days concerning the virus.
While we are optimistic, we also want to remain cautious and phase in looser restrictions.
For now we will continue
- wearing masks
- using individual communion cups
AND, beginning soon, we will:
- enjoy more congregational singing during worship (with masks)
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hold social time with refreshments outside starting Nov. 21st
- start Choir and drumming practices for fully vaccinated individuals on Dec. 8th; Both groups will be performing in worship (beginning on Dec. 19th)
The board will continue to watch the trends and, as long as they move in the right direction, will lessen restrictions along the way.
The board wishes to thank all of you for your patience and cooperation in our approach to use caution.
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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: Office is closed
Tuesday thru Thursday: 10 AM to 3 PM
Friday: Noon to 3 PM
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