Loving all people, growing in faith,
working toward God's vision of
justice, healing and joy
An Open and Affirming/Creation Justice Congregation
HOLY WEEK at SCUCC BEGAN!
We commemorate Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy Week – the only week the Christian tradition specifically identified as Holy.
Our Holy Week commemorations will continue this Thursday, April 2 at 7 PM in the Sanctuary, with a Maundy Thursday Worship time featuring readings from the Gospel of Luke’s account of the Last Supper and Jesus’ subsequent arrest and crucifixion, hymns, anthems led by Mackenzie Albert and the SCUCC Choir, the Sacrament of Communion and a Dramatic Reflection from Mark.
The following day, on Good Friday, April 3 at Noon in the Sanctuary, we will offer contemplative time of readings, music and Reflection rooted in what is known in the Christian spiritual tradition as The Seven Last Words of Christ.
Then, of course, on Easter Sunday, April 5 at 10 AM in the SCUCC Sanctuary, we will celebrate the triumph of God’s ways embodied in Jesus over the ways of violence and death with a time of spirit-filled music, trumpets, prayer, and an Easter Message from Mark.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
SCUCC Turns 40!!!
Join us on Sunday, April 19 at 10 am when we commemorate SCUCC’s 40th Anniversary! That morning’s Worship time will serve as a celebration of that anniversary, and will also include the conferring of Pastor Emeritus status on former SCUCC Senior Minister, Rev. Dr. John Danner. Afterwards, please plan to stay for a celebratory lunch, as well as other activities, such as a historical tour of the SCUCC campus.
The Office is regularly open from 9am-3pm on Monday through Friday.
Mark is normally on campus Tuesday-Thursday pending pastoral visits or off-site meetings. Please feel free to just “drop by” or make an appointment directly with him by email: mark@sanibelucc.org or text/phone at 908-477-5426.
Mackenzie Albert, our Director of Music, is normally on campus each Wednesday and some Fridays. Please make an appointment by phone or text at 203-517-5427.
SPIRITUAL EXPLORATION
Our Lenten unit concluded this past Thursday. Our next unit will begin in May. Dates and topic are still being determined.
BIBLE STUDY
Bible Study will meet this Thursday, April 2.
During each session, we explore the passages which will be part of that coming Sunday’s Worship. These meetings are discussion based, with Mark guiding a structured conversation based on participants’ questions, concerns and considerations of the text. The passage(s) to be looked at each week, as well as the necessary information for joining in, will be sent by email the day before.
Coming in April:
“Help, I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up!"
A seminar about BALANCE and FALL PREVENTION
Tips on how to safeguard your environment
Presenter: Rachel Tritaik, Owner Island Therapy
APRIL 12 @ 11:15 am in Fellowship Hall
LIGHT FARE/Refreshments
Sponsored by the Health Ministry
A Request from the Membership Committee
Please mark your calendars for Sunday, April 12th. The Membership Committee asks that you wear your SCUCC We Love T-shirts to Worship for a special photo opportunity.
MUSIC
The Church is very proud of the music programs we are able to present which are always free and open to all. However, many of these programs do involve expense to pay guest soloists and musicians. If you would be interested in sponsoring any or part of these programs and providing underwriting for them, please contact Music Director, Mackenzie Albert at 203-517-5427 about programs and costs.
The Green Team is Growing!
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Are you interested in the stewardship of our natural world?
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Want to meet new friends?
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The Green Team invites you to join us!
Simply put, the Green Team seeks to fulfill our SCUCC mission in nurturing God’s Creation. We share resources and help sponsor programs and speakers to raise awareness on how we are all intimately connected with our environment. Periodic planning meetings are online. For more information contact the office.
“Knowing what’s right doesn’t mean much unless you do what’s right”
~ Theodore Roosevelt
Men’s Group April Luncheon
The Sanibel Congregational UCC Shell Point Men’s Group will have its next monthly luncheon meeting on Tuesday, April 14 at 11:45am at the Palm Grill in the Woodlands Common. Please call the office to let us know you would like to make a reservation for this luncheon. Our office phone number is: 239-472-0497 and our email address is: office@sanibelucc.org
.Women’s Group April Luncheon
The Sanibel Congregational UCC Shell Point Women’s Group will next meet on Friday, April 10 at 11:30am at the Palm Grill in the Woodlands Common. Please call the office to let us know you would like to make a reservation for this luncheon. Our office phone number is: 239-472-0497 and our email address is: office@sanibelucc.org
Interested in Joining SCUCC???
If you are considering becoming a member of SCUCC, or would simply like to find out more about us, please let Rev. Mark know. After you and he discuss the expectations and, as the old commercial says, “the benefits of membership”, you and he can schedule a Sunday that works best for you to become an official part of the SCUCC community.
Like A Ride To Worship?
If you would like a ride to Sunday Worship from Shell Point or Cypress Cove, please contact the Church Office at office@sanibelucc.org by noon on Thursdays.
Santiva Islanders
Cardio & Strength Classes
Please join Mahnaz Bassir, for cardio & strength training.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
Two classes are available in Fellowship Hall:
9:30 am – 10:30 am
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
For information on the Santiva Islanders, and the opportunities they offer, please visit their website at: https://santivaislanders.org/
Our mission is to love all people…grow in faith…and work toward God’s vision of justice, healing and joy. Our character is to reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ: acceptance, forgiveness, kindness, respect(for each person, our islands and our earth), joy and love toward one another. You'll find us a positive,non-judgmental place for you to worship, praise, rejoice and find the purpose our Maker has for each of us, provided each week in a positive and uplifting message. Our church is one where you will be loved, accepted, supported, and affirmed regardless of your age, class, ability, race, ethnicity, gender identification, or sexual orientation. No matter who you are, or where you are in your life journey, you are welcome here!
