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STAYING CONNECTED WITH SUNCOAST MCC, DECEMBER 11 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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Join us for our next outdoor worship service on
Sunday, December 13 at 10AM
"GET YOUR JOY ON!"
Third Sunday in Advent
Join us as Rev. Nancy Wilson
continues the series
"Angels Among Us"
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On this Sunday we explore Matthew’s version of the Nativity, through the eyes of Joseph.
Matthew’s version is more brooding than Luke’s shepherds and manger scene, but, nevertheless, there is deep joy that bubbles up from the story. Yes, angels abound, all around, in this season! COME to church outside-in-person, or virtually this Sunday, and GET YOUR JOY ON!!!!
Scripture Reading: Matthew 1: 18-25
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Attend in Person
***Registration closes
at 5PM today***
(or)
Watch the Service on
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Remember to wear your mask and maintain 6 feet apart.
If outdoor service is cancelled due to inclement weather, the recorded service will be available on the website and YouTube by 2PM that Sunday.
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Important Safety Reminders for Attending the Outdoor Service |
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Thanks to you, the volunteers, the Pastors, Worship, Recording, Board and the Outward Bound Team for working together to keep everyone safe and healthy. A couple of reminders.
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You must register in advance Click HERE or call the office. Registration closes today.
- Sanitized and properly spaced chairs will be provided, so please do not bring your own chairs or move the chairs.
- Our Outward Bound team will take attendance when you arrive.
- It may be cool, so wear layered clothing and bring a hat or anything else you may need for your comfort.
- Please wear a mask at all times and stay 6 feet apart.
- Restrooms will be available on a limited basis.
- Due to the increased cases of COVID, please remember if you are not feeling well, or have symptoms of COVID, please do not come into the church building or to our outdoor events until you have quarantined for 14 days or test negative.
- If you have tested positive for COVID, please do not enter the church building until you have tested negative for the virus. Also, do not come to our outdoor events if you are positive and until you have tested negative.
- Remember we are practicing social distancing which includes wearing a mask at all of our events, maintaining 6 feet distancing and observing all the safety guidelines we have communicated previously.
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Loving Note from the Pastors |
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It was wonderful seeing so many of you during our first in-person service made possible by social distancing. It is so challenging for our wonderful congregation to avoid warm hugs and socializing and we are so proud of everyone’s efforts to follow safety guidelines.
Our message was heartfelt and the music was very moving. We thank Rev. Renae and Lisa for the special song. We also recognized two very important people in our church for their service and hold them in our prayers as they move onward in the the next chapters of their lives. Thank you, Mary and Nikki!
Thank you to everyone who made the day so special. You can view the service on our website.
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It's Not too Late to Participate in the Annual Christmas Offering
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Our Fireplace is beginning to look a lot like Christmas thanks to the generosity of many!
It is not too late to add your name to the fireplace. Help us decorate the SunCoast MCC Holiday Fireplace while supporting the mission of the church in our community and throughout the world.
We ask you to consider giving a year-end gift to SunCoast MCC to get us on the best financial footing going into 2021.
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Maybe you need to catch up on your giving to the church? This is a way to do it!
- Maybe you prefer to give once a year to the church? This is the time to do it!
This year, at SunCoast MCC, we will have both a “real” and a virtual fireplace on which to hang your Christmas stockings: A red Christmas stocking for you and/or a blue Christmas stocking in memory or in honor of a loved one. Your stocking(s) will be hung on display at the church and will be shared in our weekly virtual worship and on our Website.
Whatever you put in your stocking will be up to you. We are very appreciative of your gifts
On Sunday, Dec. 13 a basket will be placed next to the fireplace for you to drop off your Christmas donations after service and after the celebration
or you can donate using the link below.
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Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones from the SunCoast MCC Board
and Staff!!
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Special Christmas Eve Service for SunCoast Family and Friends at 4PM
We are excited to have our Christmas Eve service in-person while practicing social distancing in an outdoor setting on our beautiful property.
We have limited seating and encourage you to register early HERE
You can also participate in the service with your entire family by joining us via our livestream while enjoying some hot cocoa and a special time of worship in the comfort of your home.
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Board of Directors Update |
Message from the Board of Directors
Weekly Offering
Thank you for your continued support and generosity, especially in light of these challenging times. Based on our new monthly mortgage, we are updating the weekly expense needed to $4,800. For week ending November 29th, we collected $3967 for General Fund* and $1,175 for Pillars**. Together, let’s keep our General Fund and Pillars accounts liquid.
(*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 & taxes.)
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Available HERE on the Secure Member Website
If you are a member and don't remember the password, please contact the Church office to get access to it.
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Don't Forget to Choose SunCoast MCC as your Charity when Shopping
Getting ready to order from Amazon. Don’t forget to select AmazonSmile and choose SunCoast Cathedral Metropolitan Church as your charity (at no extra cost to you). Easy and simple. A portion will go to SunCoast MCC!
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From Your Pastoral
and Congregational Care Team
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Your need for comforting and lifting prayers are important to us. We ask everyone to
join us in prayer for:
Dave W. • Laura M. • Peggy • Darwin B.•
Bill B. • Joe & Nancy & Children • Zami • Joe •
Greg H. • Tim H. • Joe D. • Doug B. •
Micki H. • Carla P. • Bruce.O
• Betty • Yolanda • Beth •
Randy M. • Tim M. • Karen • Rev. Elder Jim M.
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A big thank you to Jacquie, Debi and Santa for painting this beautiful reminder. Check it out when you are leaving worship on Sunday. |
Vocal soloists, praise teams, choirs, and instrumentalists from all over MCC will share Christmas hope and cheer through music! We invite and encourage you to share one of these concert times with your church community.
Look for your region and time zone or pick another time that works best for you. Some of the times have been adjusted since first published, so please look carefully at your locale and time zone.
Concert 1: (5 am EST/10 am GMT)
Sydney – local time 9 pm
Brisbane – local time 8 pm
Tokyo – local time 7 pm
Philippines – local time 6 pm
Concert 2: (12 pm EST/5 pm GMT)
South Africa - local time 7 pm SAST
Europe - local time 6 pm CET
UK- local time 5 pm GMT
Concert 3: (5 pm EST/10 pm GMT)
Brazil - local time 7 pm BST
Concert 4: (8 pm EST/1 am next day GMT)
Eastern Canada & USA - local time 8 pm EST
Central Mexico & USA - local time 7 pm CST
Concert 5: (10 pm EST/3 am next day GMT)
Western Mexico, Canada & USA - local time 8 pm MST and 7 pm PST
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Venice Ride for Pride has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 9 at 1PM.
Stay tuned for more information soon!
Social Distancing will be practiced.
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Social distancing must be followed when attending any event at SunCoast MCC.
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CHRISTMAS STOCKING CELEBRATION
Sunday
Dec. 13 at 11:15AM
Join us after outdoor worship to celebrate our Annual Christmas Campaign. We will have a time of social distancing fellowship and some "COVID Christmas Carols." Remember to follow our safety protocols.
A basket will be next to the fireplace for you to drop off your
Christmas donations after church and after the celebration.
Make sure you remember to register to attend worship on December 13th!
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Do Not Be Afraid:
Defeating Fear with Hope, Peace, Love, Joy and a
Wholehearted Life”
Tuesday, Dec. 15 & 22 at 7PM
The angel appearances in the Gospel Christmas stories have a consistent theme: “Do Not Be Afraid.” Through these four weeks of Advent, we will journey with Dr. Brené Brown, who is a social worker, researcher, and best-selling author. Dr. Brown’s work on vulnerability speaks to how we let fear–in many forms–affect our lives. Brené calls on us to live more fully into hope, peace, joy, and love through practicing vulnerability.
Classes will include scripture study, video presentations and discussion facilitated by Rev. Nancy, Rev. Vickie & Cindy D.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 865 5253 2775
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DRUM CIRCLE
(Outdoors on Church grounds)
Wednesday
Dec. 16 at 5:30PM
All are invited to our sunset drum circle where we will welcome the joy of Christmas on Wednesday, December 16 at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome but in order to have the circle we need enough people.
Please make sure to RSVP by today, Friday, December 11 if you are planning on coming. Please let David know if you need a drum.
If you have questions:
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Next Trivia Nights
Mondays, Dec. 21, 2020
and Jan. 4, 2021 at 6PM
Thanks to Audrey for hosting!
Bragging Rights for Dec. 7:
1st: Sharon and Tammy
2nd: (Tie) - Bill, Park, & George and Renae, Terrie & Lisa
3rd: Mary & Maryellen and Cindy S. & Cindy D.
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Meeting ID: 947 8333 8512
Passcode: suncoast
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Thank you to everyone who participated in the Pet Photo Contest. Voting will start next week and instructions will be explained in the next Staying Connected. |
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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 and Wednesday 10AM to 3PM
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