A Welcoming, Diverse And Active Community

Photo Credit: Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson 

"God said, "Here is the sign of the covenant between me and you and every living creature for ageless generations. I set my bow in the clouds, and it will be a sign of the convenat between me and the earth." ~Genesis 9:12-13

STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST October 21, 2022

We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation!

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Worship Information

If you are joining us on-line, download the Virtual Bulletin using the link and participate in worship with us.

We also ask that you share any prayer requests or needs in the Live Chat during worship. Your feedback is very important as we strive to ensure your virtual worship experience is meaningful and filled with the love of God.

Rev. Rick Rhen-Sosbe/Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson

Join us this

Sunday, October 23, 2022

at 10 AM for

In-Person or Virtual Worship

“Being a New Wineskin”

Matthew 9:14-17

Jesus often used relevant life practices and illustrations to make a spiritual point. He challenged his listeners to think radically different at times when it came to their spiritual practices. He was especially challenging to the religious people of his day. 

In our scripture lesson for this Sunday Jesus uses the illustration of sewing an unshrunk patch of cloth on an old garment and pouring new wine into old wineskins. What does all of that mean? What point was Jesus making to the people of his day that can be applied to our lives in our modern day? Join us this Sunday as we explore answers to these questions and more!

Fellowship Hour After Worship

Coffee and Fellowship

Join us for coffee and fellowship after Worship on Sundays .

This is a perfect time to meet new people and catch up with old friends.

Protect yourself, family and friends and make an appointment to get your flu shot!

Calendar of Events

Pink Out Sunday

October 23, 2022

Please wear pink to support all those who have been impacted by Breast Cancer and to bring awareness to the importance of continued research.

The New Members Class scehdueld for Sunday, October 23, 2022 has been postponed. Rev, Nancy and Rev. Rick will reschedule the class.

Rev. Nancy is hosting a support group this week on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 3 PM.

Please come and spend time with others who may need a smiling face, a hug, and maybe your bucket filled.

Rev. Rick is having a Congregational Care Team meeting Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 3 PM. We hope you will be able to attend either in-person or virtually with the Zoom link below.

The Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Octoboer 26, 2022 at 9:30 AM.

All are invited to attend and observe the Church leaders doing the work of the Church. You can join in-person or via Zoom using the link below.

Join us for a spooky night of Bingo on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 6:30 PM.  

For a donation of $10, you can play the entire night and maybe win a prize. We are also having a pumpkin decorating contest. 

So bring your best decorated pumpkin and some Halloween treats to share!

Supporting Our Community

Second Chance-Last Opportunity is in Sarasota. They focus on supporting underserved persons wanting to improve their lives and the lives of their children.

So many in the community have suffered loss after hurricane Ian and SCLO is helping families with children; they need our help. They are in need of the following items:

• dry goods
• cereal
• small cartons of milk
• tuna
• pop-open cans
• canned goods
• diapers
• baby wipes
• fresh fruit
• fresh vegtables

You can drop your donations by the Church office during office hours or on Sunday.

CHAPS is located in Charlotte County and provides food and hygiene items at no cost to those living with HIV / AIDS and their families. 

Please consider bringing food and hygiene products to help this organization continue their work.

Items could include:

• Toothbrushes and Paste
• Deodorant
• Paper Products
• Bleach
• Laundry Detergent
• Fabric Softener
• Cleaning products
• Shampoo and Conditioner
• Bar Soap
• Hand Soap
• Dish Soap
• Non-perishable food items
• Trash Bags
• Food Storage Bags

You can drop your donations by the Church office during office hours or on Sundays.

Upcoming Board of Directors and Lay Delegate Elections

Three current Board Members’ positions are up and there are two other vacancies to be filled. Elections for these positions and two Lay Delegate positions will be held at the Congregational Meeting.

Please note the Updated time line below:

Applications available Now

October 30: Completed Applications due to the Church office

October 31-November 4: Interview of applicants by election committee

November 6: Congregational Forum

November 13: Annual Congregational Meeting and elections

Applications will be in the Volunteer Room and posted on the members page of the website.

Update from Your Pastoral

& Congregational Care Team

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in our distress.

Therefore, we will fear nothing, even if the earth gives way

and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,

even if the waters roar and foam

and the mountains tumble with their surging.

God is our refuge and strength.

Psalm 46:1-3

We ask everyone to join us in prayer for:

All those impacted by Hurricane Ian

All the first responders, electrical companies and those assisting the community

BJ H * Greg H * Nikki L * Joanna S * Pat B & Family * John G *

 * Raquel  * Bill L * Pam C * Paula * Jo-Ann S * Peter B * Mary T * Dan M

* Connie K * Ray F * Shawn H * Peter B * Jerry F * Rev. Bob C & Blythe * 

Rev. Tony V * Rev. Susan D, Cookie & Sharon

 Anyone needing prayer, please email RevGeneHutter@SunCoastMCC.com 

Current Protocols for On-site Worship and Meetings

Please remember to stay home if you are not feeling well. This is for your safety as well as the safety of others.

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