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Ash Wednesday Non-Traditional Worship and Soup Dinner

Syster Hall 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

At 5:30 p.m., we will offer a wonderful worship opportunity in Syster Hall, which is holy ground from our worship there this summer. We will enjoy a simple soup dinner. Then, around tables, we will begin the Lenten Theme of Connecting Conversations. There will be a few hymns mixed in and ashes available at the close of the service. Please note that the 5:30 p.m. is not the traditional experience, but will be worship nevertheless.

Choir Rehearsal

Reed Chapel & Music Center 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

During season, our choir holds holding regular Wednesday Night rehearsals. We welcome new members with a variety of musical experience to rehearse with us each week. Come and join in the fun, fellowship, spirit, and challenge of singing with our choir.

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Men’s Breakfast

Syster Hall 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

The UCC Men’s breakfast series continues on Saturday, February 17 and all the men of the congregation, new and longtime members, are invited to join for breakfast in Syster Hall then. Coffee will be on at 8 am and breakfast served at 8:30 am.

Doug Fields will be manning the kitchen for breakfast and afterward Mike Keane will be introducing us to the Breath Prayer.

You may register by Thursday, February 15 by calling Sherry at the church office at 941-953-7044. We hope to see you there!

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Event Series Sunday Early Worship

Sunday 8:45am Worship – Anniversary Celebration

Reed Chapel & Music Center 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

Sunday, February 18 ~ Our Church’s 70th Anniversary Celebration, Greg’s 35th Anniversary,
and Pastor Wes’ 10th Anniversary at both services. Following the 11 a.m. service there is an
ALL-church potluck celebration. Please plan to attend!

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Event Series Tuesday Evening Bible Study

Tuesday Evening Bible Study

ZOOM

Join us for an enriching journey through the Scriptures in our Bible Study sessions. Guided by Pastor Wes and surrounded by a supportive community, our Bible Study offers a space for deep exploration, meaningful discussion, and personal growth.

For more information and to join in the conversation, Contact Pastor Wes.

 

There is always room at the Bible Study table for you.

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Event Series Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Oasis Center 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States +1 more

Join us for an enriching journey through the Scriptures in our Bible Study sessions. Guided by Pastor Wes and surrounded by a supportive community, our Bible Study offers a space for deep exploration, meaningful discussion, and personal growth.

This is a hybrid session ~ in the Oasis Center and on ZOOM. For more information and to join in the conversation, Contact Pastor Wes.

There is always room at the Bible Study table for you.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Group

Lindsey's House

Calling all knitters and crocheters! The next gathering of the Prayer Shawl Ministry Group will be on Wednesday, February 21st, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at Lindsey Huddleston’s home.
Contact Lindsey for address and directions.  
Refreshments will be served.

Choir Rehearsal

Reed Chapel & Music Center 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

During season, our choir holds holding regular Wednesday Night rehearsals. We welcome new members with a variety of musical experience to rehearse with us each week. Come and join in the fun, fellowship, spirit, and challenge of singing with our choir.

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Event Series FEAST ~ Friends Eating And Studying Together

FEAST ~ Friends Eating And Studying Together

First Congregational UCC 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States

During February, we welcome the return of FEAST (Friends Eating And Studying Together). We will meet on Thursday mornings beginning February 22 (as well as February 29, March 7 and 14) at 10:30 a.m. for coffee, fruit, and goodies. This will be a holy time of conversations that connect us. Lent this year is a time to celebrate our relationships as a church, as well as welcome new folks to share parts of their life and faith. We live in a world where isolation is a problem, this gathering will offer the holy experience of sharing stories and getting to know each other better. Please plan to attend and bring 10 friends!

Event Series Sunday Early Worship

Sunday 8:45am Worship

Reed Chapel & Music Center 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

NEW Year — NEW Worship experience. Beginnmg on January 7th the 9 a.m. worship service will move to 8:45 a.m. in the chapel. This new service will allow interaction and an intimate setting. If you have questions, please see Pastor Wes.
See the worship page for information on the current week's service.

Viewing of the Movie “Rustin”

Syster Hall 1031 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States

Racial Justice Mission Group and COLLAGE are co-sponsoring a viewing of Rustin right after worship service on Sunday, February 25 in Syster Hall.
The movie tells the story of Bayard Rustin who orchestrated the 1963 March on Washington. He faced racism and homophobia as part of his participation in Civil Rights.
A light lunch will be served and discussion will follow the film.

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The Wayless Way ~ Your Life as a Curriculum

Oasis Center 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States +1 more

NEW offering for 2024 ~ As we begin a New Year, we will launch twice monthly conversations centering around a book with Pastor Wes weaving insights from scripture and inspiration.  You do not need to attend all the sessions, but there will be a thread that will run from sessions to session.
On each of the Mondays above, we will gather at 4 pm and finish by 5:15 pm.  For more information, specific reading plan, and to register for the conversation, please contact Pastor Wes.  The event will be hybrid (in the Oasis and Zoom).