Photo Credit: Liz Bisordi
"For the mountains shall depart And the hills be removed, But My kindness shall not depart from you, Nor shall My covenant of peace be removed,” Says the Lord, who has mercy on you. ~ Isaiah 54:10
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST October 29, 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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Sunday Worship Information
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All Saints’ Day is an opportunity to come together as Christians. This is a time for togetherness, family, and remembrance. There are many community and family events, and this holiday has a special place in many lives.
In North and South America, you’re more likely to hear All Saints’ Day referred to by its Spanish name, Dia de Los Santos. This is one of the biggest annual holidays in Latin America.
All Saints’ Day serves as a reminder to respect those who have passed.
As Christianity has spread across the globe, All Saints’ Day has evolved. It’s now adapted to different cultures, traditions, and people. Everyone has their own way to honor the deceased on November 1.
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Rev. Vickie Miller
Rev. Nancy Wilson
Sr. Co-Pastors
SunCoast MCC
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Join us this
Sunday, October 31st at 10 AM
In-Person or Live Stream Worship
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All Saints Sunday
"Our Spiritual Tree"
On this All Saints' Sunday we remember with fondness and thanksgiving all of those who have gone before. Like the great cedar trees that are often admired in the scriptures, our saints stand tall in our hearts and live on through the seeds they leave and the lives they have touched.
Our service will include a photo remembrance of our personal saints, and we will place names on our Memorial Tree in the sanctuary.
Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15, Revelation 7:9-17
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November Tree Of Live Remembrance |
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Please remember to take a moment and place a white bow on the leaf of a family member or friend memorialized on the Tree of Life who will be celebrating a heavenly birthday, anniversary or the day they went home.
You will find the ribbons on the table beneath the tree.
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Stewardship Campaign Update |
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SunCoast MCC Stewardship
Prayer 2021
BOUNTIFUL GOD, thank you for the many blessings You have bestowed on me and all those I love – especially the blessings of the Community and Ministries of SunCoast MCC.
I am grateful for the time, talent and treasure of those who preceded me at SunCoast MCC providing its blessings for me today. Grant me wisdom as I contemplate my financial
stewardship
obligations so that MCC may thrive today and be there in the future for those who need the blessings of this faithful Community and its many Ministries.
In Jesus’ Holy Name, we pray.
Amen
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We are so blessed that we have received over 45 commitment cards.
Because of your commitment of time, talents and tithes, we will thrive today and be there in the future for those who need the blessings of this faithful Community and its many Ministries.
"A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great."
~Proverbs 11:25
Below is a LINK to the letter the Stewardship Team sent out last week.
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SunCoast MCC Stewardship Blessing Tree |
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On Thursday, a beautiful Hong Kong Orchid tree was planted as a symbol of all of our blessings. Thank you to everyone who placed a blessing card on the tree in the Sanctuary throughout the Stewardship Campaign. This tree blooms in the winter months when many things die or hibernate. This will help us all to remember that we are blessed and are also a blessing to others throughout the year, not just during times of good fortune.
Thank you to Amy Taborsky, Linda Staib and Connie Kennedy for researching and selecting a tree that will grow into a beautiful reminder that we are all blessed.
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SunCoast MCC Upcoming Events |
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Use the Link below to download the
November Month At A Glance.
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A Night with Rev. Nancy Wilson
Monday Night, November 1st at 7 PM, we are hosting
“A Night with Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson.”
Rev. Nancy will share several of her stories from throughout her career. Her stories will include topics about the 1980 Refugee Crisis, Pope & President Encounters and her experiences with Prisoners.
The evening will be in-person or you can watch live via the SunCoast Live Stream Channel using the link below. We will have time for questions and if you are watching virtually, you can use the "Chat Box" and submit questions to Rev. Nancy.
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On Sunday, November 7, 2021, we hope you will join us as we welcome Rev. Brad Rice as our Guest Preacher.
Rev. Brad is always a delight and inspiration to hear.
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Everyone is invited to attend the Annual Congregational Forum on November 7, 2021
immediately after Worship
The Board of Directors will present the 2022 Budget, a draft of the Strategic Plan and Candidates running for the open Board positions.
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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.
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VENICE INTERFAITH COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION
invites you to a
VIRTUAL INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Wednesday – November 24, 2021
7:00 PM
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Celebrating November Birthdays and Anniversaries |
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01 Janine Mc Carthy
13 Zedd Clapham
15 Susan Frederick
21 Jane Sirmons
23 Beverly Dale
28 Maria Pandolfo
29 Maggie Byrum
29 Rev. Renae Phillips
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07 Rev. Nancy Wilson and
Paula Schoenwether
09 Ann Perry and Pat Turner
13 Joe David and Tim Handlon
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We are back!!
Suncoast MCC will be resuming choir rehearsals and will also be starting a drumming group.
Our first rehearsal will be on Wednesday, December 8th. Our drumming group will rehearse in the church sanctuary from 6:00-6:30 p.m. and our choir will rehearse from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
We will sing and drum in worship on Sunday, December 19th and Christmas Eve!!
Please e-mail our music director, Dr. David Katz, if you plan to attend rehearsal on December 8th at drdavidkatz@suncoastmcc.com. Please specify if you are interested in drumming, choir or both so he can plan accordingly.
Please click the link below to review safety protocols for participation in both these groups.
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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 October 24th are $3,147 for the General Fund* and $945 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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A Piece of SunCoast MCC History!
While Linda and her wonderful volunteers were cleaning and organizing the Chapel and sheds, they found 8 of the "gold" shovels that were used in the ground breaking ceremony of the current SunCoast MCC Sanctuary.
If you would like one of the shovels as a memento of our history, please let Linda know.
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ALSO Youth Annual Turkey Trot |
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ALSO Youth's 11th Annual Turkey Trot Fun Run is right around the corner! Enjoy Thanksgiving morning with the entire family!
When?
The 2021 Turkey Trot Fun Run will take place on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 25th.
The Fun Run starts at 8 a.m.
Where?
The Fun Run will take place on the beautiful Lido Key Beach! We will start north of the Lido Beach Pavilion, run/walk to the southern point, and head back up to the Pavilion.
Use the Link below to register, become a sponsor or make a donation to ALSO Youth!
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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 • Pam C • Peter B •
Jackie • Margie S • Ginny • Jim F.
Raquel's Goddaughter Mayra •
Lorna's Great-grandson •
Sandie S • Ron L •
Raquel's daughter Zami • Marty S
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PRAYER SUBMITTED BY:
MINISTER HATTIE ALEXANDER-KEY
(pronouns, she, her, hers)
Part of the Leadership Team at MCC Detroit,
Detroit, MI USA
Married to TJ Alexander-Key
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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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Help Us Honor Our Veterans |
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We would like to honor all of our Veterans in November as part of our Veterans Day Celebration. Please let us know if you served in the Military, the branch and send us a picture if you have one to share. Please use this EMAIL to send your information and photos.
Thank you to all our Veterans!!
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October 24th 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 the recording of the October 24th Worship Service.
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Open Enrollment For Health Insurance-ACA Marketplace |
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Open Enrollment for health insurance on the ACA Marketplace is right around the corner starting on November 1st and the Biden-Harris Administration wants to work with you to spread the word. The COVID‑19 pandemic elevated the need for health coverage more than ever and the American Rescue Plan has made that coverage more affordable.
Now, 4 in 5 people are able to find coverage for $10 a month on the ACA Marketplace.
To take advantage of the Marketplace, millions of uninsured individuals and families need to know about it and sign up. We need your help to let people know about these benefits and get them enrolled starting November 1st.
For more information, please use the link below.
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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.
This was welcomed good news, and we remain hopeful that we are headed toward better days around the virus.
While we are optimistic, we also want to remain cautious and phase into looser restrictions.
For now we will continue
- wearing masks
- use individual communion cups
- have no social time or refreshments indoors after service
The following revisions will occur over the next few weeks:
- introduce more congregational singing during worship (with masks)
- social time with refreshments outside beginning Nov. 21
- Choir and drumming practices to resume for fully vaccinated individuals on Dec. 8
- Choir performing in worship, anticipated beginning on Dec. 19
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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