Photo Credit: Mary Samoge-Wismer
STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, JULY 17, 2020
A welcoming, diverse and active community. We share God's love in a spiritual environment offering truth , trust and transformation .
Join Our Sr. Co-Pastors

Rev. Nancy Wilson and
Rev. Vickie Miller for Sunday Worship
July 19 at 10AM
“Beguiled by Beauty: Compassion and Justice ”
This Sunday, as we conclude our summer series, Rev. Nancy has invited a friend of hers, Ravi Verma, a Hindu-Christian who is a spiritual director, to offer a short reflection on the connection between spirituality and activism.

Rev. Nancy will then focus on how embracing the beauty of creation, of all of life, inevitably leads us to ask questions like, “How can I help?” “How can I relieve suffering?” “How can I be part of the solution instead of being part of the problem?” How can we, as SunCoast MCC, have “beautiful feet” (Isaiah 52: 7-10)?
Loving Note from Rev. Nancy and Rev. Vickie,
SunCoast Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) in Venice, FL stands in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters in denouncing the vandalism against two Sarasota Jewish Communities. Early Wednesday morning, July 15, Temple Emanu-El and Temple Sinai were defaced with spray-painted swastikas and graphic anti-Semitic language.

We realize that whatever religious group is targeted, religious motivated violence affects all of us. Religious freedom is a core value in America. When religious freedom is targeted, we all hurt. All religions are subject to discrimination. And,such violence strikes at the heart of community life, making people afraid to exercise their beliefs, to raise their children, to attend services and gatherings. We count on our Houses of Worship expecting to be safe, but we have become vulnerable to hatred because of who we are or what we believe.

We commit ourselves to solidarity for justice as we continue striving for truth, trust, and transformation.

Sr. Co-Pastors Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson and Rev. Vickie Miller and
the Congregation of SunCoast Metropolitan Community Church
Board of Directors Update
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 July 12, 2020, we collected $2,727.00 for General Fund * and $1,205.00 for Pillars **.

* 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.
Programming Team
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It's very important that we hear from you!!
Please take this short survey today. We are looking for ways to engage our church members and friends during these challenging times and into the future. We have been offering events such as Bible studies, Drive-by blessings, Drum circles, discussion on racism, Trivia and Bingo nights, prayer surges and virtual church social hours. Some upcoming events include Christmas in July and a Sign Language class. Please take a minute to help us find new and other meaningful ways to stay connected during these times when we cannot meet in person. Your feedback is appreciated.
EVENTS AT SUNCOAST MCC
All Are Welcome
LAST TIME...
Monday, July 20 at 6PM

Individuals and friends compete.

Bragging Rights for July 13:
1st place: George, Park, Bill
: 2nd Place: Lisa, Audrey, Terrie, Renae
3rd Place: Sharon
Meeting ID: 949 7879 7860
Password: 869490
LAST TIME...
Wednesday, July 22 at 6PM

(Email HERE   to get the cards.)

 Bragging Rights for July 15:
Mary C., Janine, George, Kathy H., Cindy S., Cindy D

Meeting ID: 913 0391 3326
Password: 647829
NEW: Bible Study Series: "Half-Truths"
Tuesdays at 4:30PM
July 21 through August 11
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They are simple phrases. They sound Christian—like something you might find in the Bible. We’ve all heard or said these words. They capture some element of truth, yet they miss the point in important ways.

  • Everything happens for a reason.
  • God helps those who help themselves.
  • God won’t give you more than you can handle.
  • God said it, I believe it, that settles it.
  • Love the sinner, hate the sin.

Join the Pastors to explore and unpack these “half truth” phrases.

Meeting ID: 956 4008 2106 | Password: 819421
Church of the Trinty MCC and SunCoast MCC
Host a Drumming Service
Wednesday, July 22 at 7PM
Suncoast MCC has been invited to participate in a drumming service of healing on the campus of Church of the Trinity MCC. If you’ve had the opportunity to attend one of our drumming circles over the past couple of weeks, you know what a joyful time we’ve had creating rhythms under the vast sky on our beautiful Suncoast MCC campus.

This is an interactive service where you will be invited to drum along or, if you prefer listen and watch the experience. Safety protocols such as mask wearing and social distancing will be in effect. If you are interested in participating in the service, please email Dr. David Katz, our Music Director at drdavidkatz@suncoastmcc.com to let him know you will need a drum.
"Christmas In July"
Saturday, July 25 from 4PM to 5:30PM
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This promises to be a wonderful time of great fun, fellowship and an opportunity to see friendly/familiar faces. Since we all miss being together and seeing one another on Sunday and in the various activities in the life of our church and community, this is a fantastic way to say hi and connect!

  • Dig out your favorite ugly Christmas shirt/sweater. 
  • Dig through your holiday recipes and be ready to talk about your favorite holiday treat. Find a special ornament or decoration. You can share about it too.
  • We will have three prizes: 1st place $50 gift card, 2nd place $25 gift card and 3rd place $10 gift card.
  • Be ready to email us your recipes so we can create a memory document of everyone’s favorite holiday.

Christmas is a wonderful time of birth and reflection. Even during these uncertain and uncharted times, we are thankful for what we have, especially our SunCoast MCC family and friends. Join as we spread some Christmas cheer.

Meeting ID: 955 6896 8787 | Password: 192189
MCC Birthday Greetings Campaign!!

T roy and Nancy’s desire this year is to celebrate their Milestone Birthdays (80 and 70 respectively) by helping to fund and support the movement they’ve given their lives to. Will you join the “Still Giving” Campaign to honor them and their legacy with a gift that will help MCC move into the future with power, passion, and impact?

How will the funds be used?
Our goal is to raise $150K.
$50,000 will be used for Racial Justice training and work
$100,000 will be used to establish an MCC Endowment for our future
You can donate now, in their honor and in accordance with their birthday wishes at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/stillgiving.  

If you donate, please mark the "company name" as "SunCoast MCC'.
Reminders!
Voting by Mail

If you reside in Florida, now is the time to enroll or re-enroll. To vote by mail contact your county supervisor of elections. Remember, you MUST RE-ENROLL every 2 years.

SunCoast MCC Office Hours

  • Mondays and Thursdays, 11AM to 3PM
We Care: We are here to support you! Click on the links below to contact these ministries.
3276 E. Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34292
(941) 484-7068