Photo Credit: Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson
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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
A welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth, trust and transformation.
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Senior Co-Pastors
Rev. Nancy Wilson
Rev. Vickie Miller
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This series runs through Sept. 6 |
(click on link to watch the trailer) |
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Join Us for Worship on
Sunday, Sept. 6 at 10AM
Roll Down Justice: The Day Is Coming
We Are One
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This week we welcome, Rev. Brad Rice, one of SunCoast’s favorite MCC guest clergy. As we end the series, “Roll Down, Justice!” we reaffirm Jesus’ vision of a coming day when power is displayed not with military might but through the solidarity of all people in the name of love and justice. We pray for a time when we are one and we support one another on the road of life, not tear one another down because of our differences. As a community of faith, we uphold our oneness with the whole human family.
Rev. Naomi King will be singing our opening song.
Scripture Reading:
Isaiah 35 & John 17:17-23
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HAPPY LABOR DAY!
from
Your SunCoast Family
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Board Members
(Left to Right:) 1st Row: Linda Staib (Member-at-Large), Beth Ryan (Treasurer), Jack Hutter (Member-at-Large); 2nd Row: Mary Convy (Clerk), Kathy Hanas (Vice-Moderator), Rev. Nancy Wilson; 3rd Row: Rev. Vickie Miller
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Weekly Offering
We need Your love and support now more than ever. Together let's keep our General Fund and Pillars accounts liquid. If you are able to make a donation to SunCoast MCC, please click HERE. To minimally cover the Church expenses during this time, we need approximately $6,000 weekly. For week ending August 23, 2020, we collected $1,667.00 for General Fund.*
*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 and taxes.
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Pastoral and Congregational Team Update |
Do you have a Prayer Request? SunCoast MCC continues to find ways to stay connected with you through regular phone check-ins, drive-by gatherings, Zoom programs, bible studies and prayer surges. All to support you.
Your need for comforting and lifting prayers are important to us. Each month, with your permission, we will list your prayer requests in Staying Connected as a way to enlist the congregation to join in prayer. However, if you prefer, we can pray with you in private. Please send us your prayer requests at any time.
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Join us in Virtual Prayers for the following and their loved ones.
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SUNCOAST MCC
WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
Carole, Diane, Cindy and Cindy
were welcomed into membership at the August 31 Congregational ZOOM meeting.
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VIRTUAL CHOIR
Wednesday
September 23 at 7PM.
Did you love the virtual choir in the August 30 service? We are excited to announce a second virtual choir opportunity to use “Musica Dei Donum" in an upcoming “Passionate Jesus” series.
To learn more and participate, join the zoom conference. Additional dates will be shared then.
Meeting ID: 774 580 1526
Passcode: suncoast
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Mondays through October 26 at 6PM
Individuals and friends compete.
NO TRIVIA LABOR DAY
Bragging Rights for August 31
1st place - Lisa, Renae, & Terrie
2nd place - Cindy S. & Cindy D. .
3rd place - George, Park, & Bill
Zoom ID: 949 7879 7860
Passcode: 869490
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DRUM CIRCLE
Wednesday, September 16 at 7PM in-person on the church grounds
Wednesday, October 21 at 7PM in-person on the church grounds
Is drumming more your thing? We have two upcoming IN-PERSON opportunities to participate in a drumming circle. We will gather outside on the church grounds. We will be safely distanced for social interaction, but not distanced by our love for coming together in joy and fellowship.
No experience is necessary and there is room for all in the circle. Please bring a lawn chair (type with a firm bottom rather than a sinking/sling seat is better), bug spray, sunscreen, water and a drum if you have it.
If you are interested, please email your name and whether you need a drum or if you will be bringing your own to Dr. David Katz. Click here to email Dr. Katz. This will allow him to communicate with you if inclement weather requires a cancelation.
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Tuesday, September 1 at 6PM
(no experience required)
Join us for a game(s) of pictionary. An opportunity to play with others and share some laughs and good cheer. Hope you can make it.
Bragging Rights for Last Week
1st place - Audrey, Cindy D., Kim, and Renae
2nd place - tie - Cindy S., Charlene, Lisa, and Mary C.
Janine, Maryellen, and Terrie
Zoom ID: 962 4671 8110
Passcode: suncoast
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HAPPY HOUR SCAVENGER HUNT
Saturday, September 12 at 6PM
Join what promises to be a fun event where we search our homes and earn "points towards prizes" for being the fastest to find items inside our homes. Everyone who joins the Zoom event chooses an item in their home and participants seek it in their own home. The person with the most points will win a dinner gift card!
Zoom ID: 963 6064 8158
Passcode: 069623
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SOCIAL DISTANCE BICYCLING
Saturday, September 12 at 8AM
Join us for our inaugural cycling gathering.
If you plan to participate, meet at the Venice Train Depot and let Santa know by clicking HERE.
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REMEMBRANCE DAY
Sunday, September 13 at 10AM (virtually)
Over the last several months, we have lost four members of our church family. We will remember them in our worship service on September 13. Join this special tribute for:
Jodie Davis, Ray Goins, Michael LaSpisa, Doris Rieger
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We will be placing leaves for each of them on our memorial Tree of Life in a special celebration during the worship service and honoring each one of them. This is a way to show support and love for their spouses and friends who have not been able to have a funeral or memorial service. We are accepting memorial gifts in their honor. Indicate the person(s) you are donating for.
You can: Give ONLINE (OR) mail a check to SunCoast MCC.
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JOIN ZOOM PROGRAMS OFFERED BY MCC
Sanctuary in the Woods
Tuesdays at 8PM (EST)
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Sanctuary’s Zoom Room:
This group offers a variety of Zoom activities every Tuesday. All are welcome. Join to see the many offerings. More details HERE
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JOIN REV. CECILIA EGGLESTON IN PRAYER
Thursdays at 5PM (EST)
Bring your joys, concerns, laments, and celebrations to Rev. Cecilia (MCC's Moderator) and one another. Meet us on Cecilia's Facebook page every Thursday at 9PM GMT (5PM EDT/ BST 10PM) @Cecilia.Eggleston.50
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Let Us Know What You Need For This Hurricane Season |
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Living in Florida offers many advantages, but make sure you are prepared during the Hurricane Season. We have an online form to assess our SunCoast MCC congregational needs. Take a moment to complete it now. |
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September Anniversary and Birthdays |
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Anniversary
19 Pat Boyd & Sharon Sylvester
Birthdays
02 Rev. Gene Hutter
05 Connie Brewer
07 Dan Mullins
08 Karla Adams
11 Jason Devore
13 Taylor Davis
14 Carol Welch
15 Jenny Oldham
16 Richard Koskosky, Jen Singeisen
17 Jack Hutter
18 Bill Smith, Ricky Tedesco-Smith
19 Michele Katz
20 Tina Bieryla, Terry Bryan, Pat Merrill, Rebecca Wilson
22 Rick Charette, Pam Cipollina
23 Donald Miller
25 Ryan Clapham, Marie Dienst, John Odoardo
26 Bella Clapham
27 Ellen Kindstedt
28 Bill Doughten, Cindy Lawrence, Judy Marsh
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TO SUBMIT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Editorial Note: If you have any announcements or ministry updates, please send them by 10AM on Tuesdays to info@suncoastmcc.com for inclusion in Staying Connected.
We want to hear from you.
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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: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11AM to 3PM
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