Good Morning and Welcome! You had lots of choices this Sunday, and we are so glad that you are here with us! We want to connect with you at your speed and in your way. Please take a moment to complete a Connect Card from the seatback in front of you, and bring it by the info center to receive a special gift. About Us ~ We follow Jesus Christ, believing that he not only provided a way for us to have peace with God, but gave us an example of how we should live. Our doors and arms are open humbly and joyfully to anyone who wants to learn with us how to follow Jesus Christ as Lord. As we say, "Grace happens here." Kids & Babies ~ During our Modern Worship service, our nursery is fully staffed to care for children from birth through 3 years old, while kids in pre-k through grade 5 are encouraged to join Little Eden Kids Church for a special worship time of their own. Parents can register children in the Kids Courtyard beginning at 10:30am. Pickup is immediately after the service. Courtyard Café ~ We offer coffee, tea, hot chocolate, juice, and water from 8:30 11:15 am each Sunday. Please stop by and enjoy a cup O joe and catch up with friends. We invite you to stay between services to fellowship with each other and enjoy the beautiful weather! Did you know Jesus wants you to bring Him your burdens? Not just some of them, ALL of them! Cast your burden on the LORD, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved. Psalm 55:22
This Week @ Sarasota Community Church Sunday, January 20 9:00am Traditional Worship Service 10:05 10:50am Bible Class en Español Mod 18 Faith Issues Module 17 Questions from Heaven Middle School Community Group Room 6 Winter Friendship Class Fellowship Hall Practical Living Green Room United Community Group Room 9 Remembering the Forgotten God Book Study Mod 1 11:00am - Kids Church -Room 11 off Kid's Courtyard 11:00am - Nursery - Room 8 off Kid's Courtyard 11:00am Modern Worship Service 3:00pm - GriefShare Module 17 6:00pm - High School Community Group Monday, January 21 5:00pm 6:30pm Overseers Mtg Green Room 6:30 7:30pm Coffee with the Leaders Green Room Tuesday, January 22 6:30am 7:15am Men s Faith & Life Group Der Dutchman 6:30pm 7:30pm Open Prayer Time Green Room 7:00pm 9:00pm The Gathering 5341 Carmen Ave Wednesday, January 23 8:00 9:30am Men s Breakfast Der Dutchman 6:30pm 8:00pm The Faith Group - Green Room 6:30pm 7:30pm Little Edens Kids Club Courtyard Thursday, January 24 9:00-2:00pm Dorcas Circle - Rooms 9 & 10 11:30 1:00pm Living Joyfully Community Hall 6:30pm Worship Team Practice Auditorium Friday, January 25 No events Saturday, January 26 10:00am 1:30pm Caring Sister s Annual Tea Community Hall We are here for you. If you or your family are in need of pastoral care or visitation please be in touch with Shirley Good, Pastoral Care Minister at 941-254-1653.
From the Pastor s desk A couple weeks ago a woman came to my office for counsel and ended up praying to give her heart to Jesus Christ. Hallelujah, amen. It s beautiful how God meets us in our brokenness and restores us. There really is no better hope for a life filled with love, joy, and peace, than spiritual transformation through faith in Jesus. This is why we slow down our faith conversations so they can be understood by anyone at any stage of faith. (Having slow conversations is not the same as having shallow conversations! Quite the opposite in fact!) It s a joy to explain our love for Jesus, and to invite people to become followers of Jesus. You ll hear people call that becoming a Christian, or accepting Jesus, or putting your faith in Christ. You might also hear people talk about praying the sinner s prayer, or getting right with God, or just, getting saved. It all means the same thing. And like I told the woman in my office, it s not about the words you say, it s about your heart turning to the Lord. Throughout the years, churches have invited people to respond to the Gospel in various ways. A couple hundred years ago the altar call became popular, where an invitation was given for people to come to the stage and receive prayer. (Picture the Billy Graham Crusades.) These days it s common to ask people to raise their hand, or stand to their feet as an indication of their decision. Many churches have a card where people can check a box so they can follow up with them, often inviting them to a class where they can learn more, and make an informed decision. Here at Sarasota Community Church we do all the above at various times. But originally (2000 years ago) the invitation was to be baptized, as in, right here, right now. It was immediate. People didn t go forward to an altar, they went into the water and got baptized. They didn t take a class, they took steps into the water to be baptized. They didn t check a box, they checked their pride and got baptized. That was the sign. It was public. It was definitive. It left them wet. It left a mark. It was the beginning of life as a follower of Jesus Christ. Have you been baptized? If not, respond to this invitation to become a baptized follower of Jesus Christ. We are planning a baptism service for February 24. Let me know so that we can include you in the celebration! Email info@sarasotacommunitychurch.org or sign up at the info booth. Roger Shenk, Pastor (Colossians 1:28-29)
How to Care without Being Crushed Pastor Roger Shenk (You can stop by the Info Center & order a DVD or CD for $3)
Further Study HOW TO CARE WITHOUT BEING CRUSHED We've all experienced what it's like to help a friend carry their burden. You help them work through emotional distress, or financial, or relational, or physical. We ve all needed a shoulder to lean on, and we ve all been that shoulder to someone else. That's good. But what about when we feel overextended, take advantage of, and crushed by their burdens? It s all too common. In fact, self-protection is why many people just stop helping. Scripture tells us that when we carry each other's burdens we fulfill love. This is good. But it also tells us that each person should carry their own load. At first glance it looks like a contradiction, but it's actually great insight. The principle is this: Help carry the burden, but don't own the load. At the end of every day, we each go to bed carrying our own load, responsible to God for our own actions. We reap what we sow, and others reap what they sow. This is not harsh, it s reality. When we overlook this truth we get crushed by other people's burdens. But when we learn to walk with people and not for them, we show great love and compassion that can be sustained. This Week Read 1 John 3:16-18, Romans 14:7-12, Acts 4:32-35, and Galatians 6:1-10 Think about a time you helped carry someone else's burden and it became so heavy you felt crushed by it. Remember the satisfaction, but also remember the resentment. Has it made you reluctant to help others? Is anyone looking to you for help right now? Is the burden best described as injustice, or as consequences of their own actions? The nature of the burden determines how we help. Are you trying to right injustice, or redeem the consequences? Make sure your help addresses the right burden. Imagine a preferred future for that person where they have become mature, wise, and stable. Is the help you re offering setting them up for that future? At the end of every day, who owns the load? When we become enmeshed in someone else's burdens we often neglect our own. In what ways are you neglecting yourself? Commit the other person s burden to the Lord in prayer, then remember to carry your own load.
YOUR GIFT IS BEAUTIFUL! There are three convenient & safe ways to give at SCC TEXT TO GIVE Any amount to GIVE ONLINE Click Give @ IN SERVICE Leave your gift in 941.877.5090 www.sarasotacommunitychurch.org baskets Change for a Dollar isn t where we help our own or support mission programs. This is where we bring a one-time tangible gift of help and hope to a person who is one arm s length away from us. And the cost? Just one dollar! Who has God brought to your attention? Last Week Attendance..... 662 Offerings & Contributions....$11,090 Change for a Dollar $449/ $15,705 YTD / $126,684 Since 12.14.2011
P R A Y E R S PLEASE HELP US PRAY FOR ~ Walt Christner, he has been hospitalized at Doctors Hospital with pneumonia and family is working at placement for rehab. Pray for this decision and adjustment. PRAY FOR COMPLETE HEALING ~ For 6 year-old Eva Jobe, who needs the Lord to heal her of epilepsy. Asking for a miracle in Jesus name! PRAY ~ for all those who are suffering with illness: from colds and the flu virus to cancer to other chronic emotional, physical and spiritual struggles. REMEMBER OUR SHUT-INS ~ They are part of our congregation but cannot worship with us on an ongoing basis because of health issues. This includes: Betty Beachy, Leo Cummings, Helen Cydrus, Dave Gerber, Ed Helmuth, Sandra Jamieson, Vi Kauffman, Emma Mullet, Del Serrano, and Dave & Catherine Schrock. PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR ~ Paul Bobbette, Doug Carlson, Bernie Christner, Marge & Walt Christner, Roy Davidson, Jenna Detweiler, Ann Eichelberger, Billy Gentilman, Jan Graber, Nelson Graber, Bryan Gray, Marilyn Guenther, Verda Hershberger, Betty Kauffman, Ada Kennedy, Peggy Kilmer, David Kniss, Debra Kuykendall, Maggie Latham, Lorraine Maust, Dan Miller, Dorothy J. Miller, Victoria Nussbaum, Shannon Osborn, Queena Phu, Emma Rauschenberger, Rhonda Royer, Barbara Schlegel, John Schwartz, Ron Yoder, Milton & Carol Yoder.
CHURCH NEWS COFFEE WITH LEADERS - Monday January 21 st at 6:30 to 7:30pm in the Green Room. Come and have coffee with the leaders of S.C.C. Come and give us an opportunity to get to know you. This is an awesome opportunity for any new members to hear more about the heartbeat of Sarasota Community Church. It is also open to any current members who would like to have some good conversations with the leadership and make us aware of any ideas and suggestions that you may have. CAN YOU HELP MAKE MORE ROOM? Do you attend our Traditional Service on Sundays? Would you be willing to attend our Modern Service through the winter months so that we can make more room for our guests? You will be blessed in knowing that you are helping to create a more welcoming space for our first service guests, as well as blessing the Modern Service with your presence!! And, you might get to know some new, really cool people! Thanks for your help! ECHO FARM TRIP ~ Wed, Jan 23 rd at 9am. This will be an entertaining, educational, and inspiring trip! We are planning to leave the church parking lot promptly at 9am. We should arrive at the farm just before 10am. You will have an opportunity to use the facilities there before we begin our walking tour, which will be about 90 minutes. We will then enjoy lunch together in the covered, screened in pavilion on the grounds. Your luncheon choices are turkey sandwich, ham sandwich, or chef salad. Please let your preference be known at the Info Center or call the office 941-377-4041. We plan to leave the farm at 1pm and arrive back by 2pm. Looking forward to a wonderful shared experience together! LIVING JOYFULLY Fraud Related to Older Adults Thursday, Jan 24 th at 11:30-1:00pm. Guest Speaker will be Kjell Purnell with Everence! We share personal stories and experiences so we can be challenged to live joyfully and age well. Luncheon is just $5 and starts at 11:30 and the program begins at 12:00. For more info or to reserve your spot, email Nancy B. Yoder at yodernb@gmail.com or call her directly at 540-421-6514. CARING SISTER S TEA Saturday, January 26 th at 10:00 am in the Community Hall. We are taking reservations at the back of the church after the services today. This month will be our Annual TEA! The tables will be beautifully adorned by various church ladies. Tea and brunch will be served by the men of the church. Our special speaker will be Author, Irene Shearer who will be speaking on the theme, The Joy of Moving Forward in Creativity. RSVP your seat as this event frequently sells out. Cost is $10 per person. *Ages 13-19 are free with paying adult. You may sign up at the back of the church on Sunday morning. Contact person is Sue Sprunger her direct phone number is (614) 436-9537 or you can email her at suesprunger@sbcglobal.net
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS Sunday, January 27 th at 10:05am near the Community Hall. Did you know that Hypertension Stage 1 is when blood pressure consistently ranges from 130-139 systolic or 80-89 mm Hg diastolic. Take a minute and get your blood pressure checked! BETHEL MOUNTAIN BAND Saturday, February 9 th at 6:00pm in the SCC Auditorium. Have you ever heard them play? They describe themselves as, We are a group of guys all in our 50 s and 60 s, most of the group grew up in churches singing 4-part harmony, and we have had a Gospel Bluegrass group for eight years. We are basically a quartet with acoustic instruments mandolin, banjo, guitar, harmonica and bass. We specialize in old-time gospel songs so we appeal to older audiences. GRIEFSHARE ~ It s not too late! Meetings just started last Sunday but feel free to join anytime, come to module 17 on Sundays from 3-5pm. Don t feel you have to go through the grieving process alone, we are here to support you. LOCAL EVENTS EVERENCE MEDICARE WORKSHOP ~ Monday, Jan 28 th at 11:00am. Everence will host it s popular workshop, Make Medicare an Easy Step. Attendees will learn about the various Medicare plans and coverage, plans that supplement Medicare and enrollment details and deadlines. Everence Financial Advisor Steve Lane will present the workshop at Lifeway Christian Bookstore Conference Room, located in Sarasota Crossings, 5421 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota. To reserve your spot by Jan 25 th, contact Ina Hostetler at Ina.Hostetler@everence.com or call her directly at 941-953-6655. GLOBAL DISCIPLES Whole Hearted Conference Tuesday Jan 29 th 6:30pm at Bethel Mennonite Church ~ Every person in the world should have an opportunity in their life to choose and follow Jesus Christ. That is our vision! Come spend an evening with Global Disciples and discover how embracing this vision with your whole heart will help reach the leastreached, til the whole world knows. Please register online today at www.globaldisciples.org/events or RSVP to Kimberly Lapham at 717.290.7550 by January 25 th. PAINTING WITH A TWIST Sunday, February 3 rd at 3-5pm Join the Graceful Women of Global for an afternoon of painting with artist, Liz Hess. Liz will guide us in creating our own masterpieces, while we enjoy great coffee, treats, and a time together to share about women serving and living in the world s least-reached areas. Seating is limited. Fee per participant is $100 and includes all art spplies, food and a $70 donation to Global Disciple s Graceful Women of Global giving fund. Painting with a Twist is located at 5543 Palmer Crossing Circle in Sarasota. To reserve your seat today or for more info go to globaldisciples.org/graceful or call 717-290-7550.
THE ANNUAL PALM GROVE QUILT & CRAFT SALE Feb 6 th Feb 9 th Wed-Fri 8am 5pm and Saturday 8am to 12:00pm. If you have items to consign, checkin is at the Palm Grove Church Fellowship Hall on Mon & Tues Feb 4 & 5 th between 8am & 5pm. For more information call Al & Irene Miller at 941-955-2187. All net proceeds go for their Haiti mission project which has a school of over 600 students and includes a feeding program. WINTER GOSPEL MUSIC CONVENTION ~ Feb 7 th at 5-9pm. Join us and several artists at the 2019 Winter Gospel Music Convention at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. Featuring: The Isaacs, The Mark Trammell Quartet, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Jim Brady Trio, and The Browns! The cost of the tickets are $32 per person which includes the concert and transportation from SCC parking lot. Sign-up sheet is at the Info Center in the back of the church. Hope you can join us for an amazing night of gospel music! WE NEED YOUR HELP! Hurricane Maria reconstruction volunteers needed at the Mennonite School in Puerto Rico. We have been invited back by Academia Menonita Betania School and MDS. Dates for the first team is last week of February and second team date is first week of March. Interested, need more information, or ready to volunteer, then check the registration desk at back of sanctuary or email Ben Sprunger at bensprunger@sbcglobal.net WORLD ATTIC THRIFT SHOP ~ We are doing away with our Yard Sale. What will we do with all that extra stuff? We support a Haitian Church in Belle Glade, FL. They are the poorest of the poor. We will put that stuff in a trailer for them. When it s full, we will take a trip down. We will offer the trailer load to any local group having a fund-raiser for missions or ministry. PASS THE WORD and give us a call at 941-921-5884. This is a great place to shop, donate, or volunteer! They are located at 3530 & 3576 Webber St. Sarasota, FL 34239. JOY WILL COME AGAIN Poems of Hope and Peace by Irene Shearer! Her book with word pictures & photos, invites you to reach toward your own personal hope and peace, and to find joy again. This book is available for $18 from Amazon.com or $14 directly from Irene. VALENTINE S DINNER AND CONCERT ~ Steve & Annie Chapman at the Carlisle Inn. Friday, Feb 15 th thru Saturday, Feb 16 th Looking for a perfect way to spend a romantic evening with your loved one? Then enjoy a Valentine s dinner, dessert, and concert for $39 a person. Tickets available online at dhgroup.com/events or call 844-369-2275 or just visit the front desk.
SAVE THE DATE! Pastor Roger Shenk roger@sarasotacommunitychurch.org appts: wendy@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.465.9311 Executive Minister James Read james@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 469.506.4890 Pastoral Care Minister Shirley Good shirley@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.254.1653 Seniors Minister Dennis Bontrager dennis@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.356.3577 Youth Coordinators Nic & Samantha King youth@sarasotacommunitychurch.org Nic s cell: 419.260.0643 Samantha s cell: 859.621.2534 Kids Coordinator Cindy Grant kids@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.504.6483 January 2019 21 Overseers Mtg 21 Coffee with the Leaders 24 Living Joyfully 26 Caring Sisters Tea 27 Blood Pressure Checks 28 Coffee with Leaders 28 Overseers Meeting February 2019 7 Southern Gospel Concert 9 Bethel Mountain Band 14 Living Joyfully 17 AAron Stutzman 25 Overseers Meeting 25 Coffee with Leaders 28 Living Joyfully March 2019 1 Generosity Sunday 9 Caring Sisters Brunch 14 Living Joyfully 16 Movie Night & Potluck 25 Overseers Mtg 28 Living Joyfully Creative Director Belinda Jobe marketing@sarasotacommunitychurch.org Facilities Director & Executive Asst. Wendy Shenk wendy@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.404.1849 Administrative Assistant Kathy Cydrus kathy@sarasotacommunitychurch.org Worship Coordinator Lindsey Caffelle worship@sarasotacommunitychurch.org cell: 941.724.9757 Bulletin Submission deadline is every Wednesday @ 10am. Send your requests to the church office for consideration: marketing@sarasotacommunitychurch.org 4041 Bahia Vista St. Sarasota, FL 34232 Ph: 941.377.4041 Fx: 941.378.9674 www.sarasotacommunitychurch.org Follow Us/Like Us Prayer Team Leaders Gilberto & Elizabeth Perez prayer@sarasotacommunitychurch.org Church Office Hours Tue, Wed & Thu 9a-3p or by appointment