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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).

Prayer Shawl Ministry Group

Florence's House

Calling all knitters and crocheters!The next gathering of the Prayer Shawl Ministry Group will be onTuesday, March 12th,from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at Florence Jackson’s home.Contact Florence for directions and…

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Event Series Tuesday Evening Bible Study

Tuesday Evening Bible Study

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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.

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Event Series SCOR

Sacred Conversations on Race

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

We gather semi-monthly for a holy dialogue on issues related to the realities of racism in our country, community and church. During our gatherings, we raise awareness around issues, build trusting relationships, and commit to loving action. There is always space at the table for you to join us.

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!

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Ready Readers

Oasis Center 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States

The books we read are chosen from a yearly list provided by the Florida UCC Women. Our group reads the list and descriptions of approximately 30 books and votes on the ones we would like to read. We welcome and encourage the participation and input of new members even if you are not able to attend every meeting.

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Event Series Artful Prayer

Artful Prayer

Oasis Center 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States

Looking for ways to renew your prayer practice in fun creative ways? Artful Prayer may be for you! No art experience required.

A variety of fun one-hour sessions may include poetry, drawing, movement, or music centered around a prayer theme such as gratitude, praise, healing, or exploring your spiritual direction.

Sessions are in person and on Zoom. Supplies are provided when attending in person. Watch the newsletter and weekly messages for specific session information and supply list.

Sanctuary Clean-Up Day

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

Sanctuary Clean Up ~ help us spruce up the sanctuary before Holy Week ~ Saturday, March 16 at 8:30 a.m. Thank you to Rob Quarles for coordinating. Many hands make light the work.

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.

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SURE’s Nehemiah Action

The Sanctuary 1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL, United States

Hosted by First Congregational UCC
SURE is Sarasota United for Responsibility and Equity. Our church initiated this program over 20 years ago and has been joined by approximately 20 other local congregations to work for justice and to make improvements in Sarasota where needed. We are delighted to host the annual gathering for justice! We need to pack the Sanctuary for this event. Invite your neighbors. All you need do is sit and listen.