Join Our Sr. Co-Pastors
Rev. Nancy Wilson and Rev. Vickie Miller
for Sunday Worship
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July 12 at 10AM
“Beguiled by Beauty:
The Beauty of a World Without a Why”
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The beauty in the world and in other beings exists completely for itself – not for any reason other than that the joy of existence is the purpose of life. When we accept this, we tune into the raw delight in the world. As we let go of how everything relates to us, serves us, benefits us, we begin to appreciate all things for their own worth and beauty – a world beyond our control. When we turn this idea onto our own selves, we can let go of expectations for ourselves, accepting our own inherent beauty and worth. Readings: Songs of Songs 4:1-7; Matthew 22:35-40.
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Board of Directors Update
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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 5, 2020, we collected $2,252.00 for General Fund
* and $580.00 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.
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Capital Campaign
Press on to the Goal 2020!
Stay tuned for an important capital campaign announcement on Sunday during our 10AM Worship Service.
Click
HERE
to contribute to the Capital Campaign. Help us pay down our mortgage! About 90 days to go ...
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25 Years:
SunCoast Metropolitan Community Church (MCC)
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Happy Anniversary
Rev. Elder Cecilia Eggleston
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On behalf of SunCoast MCC, our Pastors and Board of Directors we wish you a Happy Anniversary. Thank you for your service and leadership. We pray for your physical and spiritual well-being. We pray for your spouse, Orgena, and for your happiness together. We pray for God to guide you and MCC into the future.
A year ago, Rev. Nancy and Rev. Vickie led a contingent of SunCoast MCC family and friends to Orlando, FL for the MCC Global Conference. We were well represented.
(photo below)
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In celebration of the first anniversary, Rev. Troy Perry (founder of MCC), Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson (past moderator) and Rev. Cecilia Eggleston (present moderator) held a discussion about their journeys. Listen to this enlightening conversation on their strategic insights of what we've accomplished and the path for the future. We are grateful for their continued leadership and all they have contributed to MCC.
(Listen to the full message
HERE
).
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Thanks to everyone who participated in the recent
drive-by blessing and generously contributed pet donations. Your donations were delivered to a mix of businesses. They all were extremely grateful. Those we supported:
- St Francis Cat Sanctuary, Venice
- South West Horse Rescue and Sanctuary, Punta Gorda
- SunCoast Humane Society, shelter, pet pantry, Englewood
- Animal Welfare League, Port Charlotte
- Sarasota Humane Society, Sarasota
- Rescue Garage Shelter
- and Hospice Care, North Port
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We thank all the volunteers who helped in so many ways.
- Pat Boyd
- Joe Davis
- Susan Frederick
- Jack Hutter
- Paula Jacobson
- Ellen Kindstedt (Team Leader)
- Linda Staib
- Mary Weisner
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Membership Class
We are putting together our first Zoom Membership Class soon! Let us know if you are interested, we will reach out to you to set a date. Contact our office for more information.
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July Anniversaries and Birthdays
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Anniversaries
09 Rev. Vickie Miller and Carol Lidey
Birthdays
04 Linda Stiab
05 Mary Samoge-Wismer
08 Don Fenwick
08 Shelly Taylor
13 Rev. Nancy Wilson
19 David Waldron
21 Kelly Rice
21 Sam Sinnett
22 Ron Sortore
23 Yvonne Gibson
25 Kim Back
25 Bill Bittner
27 Yolanda deJesus
30 Allyson Fichter
31 Lorna Hunter
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ZOOM EVENTS AT SUNCOAST MCC
All Are Welcome
(Note the Zoom links vary by program.)
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Continues through July 20
Mondays at 6PM
Join us if you are able. It is lots of fun. Individuals and groups of friends compete weekly.
Bragging rights for July 6:
1st place:
Audrey, Lisa, Renae and Terrie:
2nd Place:
Cindy and Cindy
3rd Place:
Bill, George and Park
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Meeting ID: 949 7879 7860
Password: 869490
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Continues through July 22
Wednesdays at 6PM
(Email
HERE
to get the cards.)
Bragging Rights for July 8:
Cindy D, George, Tonie and Janine
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Meeting ID: 913 0391 3326
Password: 647829
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Friday, July 10 at 6PM
Connect via Zoom and talk about ideas to keep us connected. Feel free to grab your favorite beverage, relax and chat with one another virtually.
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Meeting ID: 941 8554 0195
Password: 134120
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Discussion on Racism
Part II
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Tuesday, July 14 at 6PM
We will focus on the work of educator Jane Elliott, who, in 1968, invented a way to help young white children understand racism, it is called "Blue Eyes,Brown Eyes".
We will be watching a more contemporary interview with Elliott by Jimmy Fallon during the class, and discussing her view and our responses. it is not necessary to view the older video to attend the class, but it would be helpful, it is a little less than 15 minutes.
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Meeting ID: 975 0301 4126
Password: 350563
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Bible Study Series
"Half-Truths"
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Tuesdays at 4:30PM
beginning on July 21
through August 11
They are simple phrases. They sound Christian—like some-thing 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 who will lead this class as we explore and unpack these “half truth” phrases
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Meeting ID: 956 4008 2106
Password: 819421
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Saturday, July 25
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 Christmas ornament or decoration that is special and display it near you (you can share about it, too).
- We will have three prizes: first 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.
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Meeting ID: 955 6896 8787
Password: 192189
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