Annual Congregational Meeting this Sunday |
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Mark your calendars for our upcoming Annual Congregational Meeting! We will be holding this meeting in the Sanctuary this Sunday, February 19th immediately after the 9am worship service. In order to join the meeting via Zoom, please pre-register by clicking the button below. |
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Be sure to pick up a copy of the 2022 Annual Report
from the Welcome Desk, or click the button below for a
digital version.
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Kids Against Hunger Food Packing Project |
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Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who made the Kids Against Hunger Food Packing Project a success! On February 11th, 125 volunteers made around 23,000 adults' or 46,000 kids' meals. Half of the meal kits were brought to Gladiolus Food Pantry in Fort Myers, FL, and the other half were brought to Feed Empty Little Tummies in Bradenton, FL. |
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Souper Bowl- Thank You SAKLC! |
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We had over 400 items from Souper Bowl! These items were divided four ways between All Faiths Food Bank, Second Chance Last Opportunity, and Safe Children's Coalition. Thank you for your generosity and support! |
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Valentine's Cards for the Pines |
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Valentine's Cards for The Pines Nursing Home were delivered. The residents were thrilled! Thank you for your time and dedication. Your kindness brought smiles to many faces at The Pines! |
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Ronald K. Hewitt
August 16, 1934 - August 30, 2022
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The memorial service for Ronald K. Hewitt will take place at SAKLC on Saturday, March 4th. Visitation will begin at 10am, with the memorial service following shortly after at 11am. |
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Christian Education Class Series: Eighth-Day Discipleship: A New Vision for Faith, Work & Economics with Richard H. Bliese
Take the Class. Meet the Author.
Grow in Discipleship.
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Richard H. Bliese in his book, and in this class, “draws on the historic architecture of eight-sided churches to call attention to an important but often overlooked emphasis on the eighth day of creation. Early Christians were focused on God's new creation that began in Christ's resurrection on Sunday, the first day of the week. But these Christians understood resurrection as the continuation of God's creative and redemptive activity. So the first day of the week became the eighth day of creation, and therefore the day of resurrection work and time to join with Christ in transforming the world. Christian disciples do this work by living out their baptismal vocations, especially in their daily work and through their ethical economic choices.” |
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Taught By Richard H. Bliese
“An accomplished leader, teacher, innovator, and visionary with extensive ministerial experience on three continents, forty years of church leadership, nonprofit and entrepreneurial experience in over fifteen different organizations, and deep teaching and consulting expertise nationally and internationally in theological education and congregational ministry. He is the editor, with Craig Van Gelder, of The Evangelizing Church: A Lutheran Contribution.”
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When: Tuesdays, for six weeks, February 21-March 28, 2-3:30pm.
Preparation: Purchase and begin to read Richard’s book, ISBN 978-1506478838, available on Amazon.
View our website for more information, to join the livestream via Zoom, and to sign up to attend these classes by clicking the link below or by visiting www.saklc.com/online-christian-education/.
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Community Service Volunteer Opportunity – House Building |
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SAKLC’s Community Services Ministry and the SAKLC Foundation have joined together as SAKLC’s sponsoring partners with Manatee County Habitat for Humanity’s current InterFaith Build. The InterFaith Build is a partnership of 15 plus faith communities coming together to provide financial support and volunteer “sweat equity” support in the construction of a house that will become an opportunity for an economically challenged family to become affordable housing homeowners. SAKLC provided a team of construction volunteers on Saturday, November 5, 2022. Our second team is now forming for a team of construction volunteers on Thursday, February 23, 2023.
Click the button below to read more about this volunteer opportunity and to sign up as a volunteer.
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Special Presentation Opportunity |
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Community Service Ministry's Celebration
"God's Work Our Hands"
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Mark your calendars for the Community Service Ministry’s Celebration, “God’s Work Our Hands”, Sunday February 26, 2023, starting at 9 am in the Sanctuary and continuing after Worship in Fellowship Hall. Members of the Community Service Committee will be joined by supported Agency Representatives participating during the 9 am Worship Service. They will also be on hand for discussions and table presentations during fellowship hour. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to get insight on where your support and prayers have made an impact in our community. Visit https://saklc.com/community-service-ministry/ to read about the Community Service Ministry and all of their agencies.
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February Speaker Series
Climate Adaptation Center:
Our Climate Has Changed and What We Can Do About It with Bob Bunting, CEO of Climate Adaptation Center
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Bob Bunting
CEO of Climate Adaptation Center
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Join us at SAKLC on Monday, February 27th at 5pm to hear from Bob Bunting, CEO of Climate Adaptation Center! Not even a year ago in his Florida Climate Forecast for the next three decades, Bob Bunting, CEO of The Climate Adaptation Center (CAC) predicted an Ian-like storm to hit the Suncoast. The CAC also predicted the paths of hurricanes in the Gulf are expected to shift eastward meaning the West Coast of Florida can be a prime target for more intense and frequent storms. To learn more about what Bob will cover in this presentation, click the button below. |
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March Speaker Series
Mote Marine Lab & Aquarium
Dr. Michael Crosby, CEO & President of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Dr. Demian Chapman, Director of the Center for
Shark Research
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Dr. Michael Crosby
CEO & President
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Dr. Demian Chapman
Director of the Center for Shark Research
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At this Speaker Series presentation on Thursday, March 16th at 4pm, you will hear from Dr. Demian Chapman, Director of the Sharks and Rays Conservation Program at Mote and leader of the international Global FinPrint Project. Dr. Chapman will share the latest on Mote’s expanding shark research and conservation programs. Then Michael Moore will share the latest on Mote SEA, where you’ll be transported virtually behind the scenes for a tour of the new Science Education Aquarium viewing incredible displays of marine life, interactive technology and windows into Mote’s amazing science. We promise you'll leave inspired and wanting to learn more. |
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Mark Your Calendars!
Women's Fascinating Spring Tea
April 1st, 1-3pm
Fellowship Hall
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Come honor the women at the first Easter. $25 includes a delightful lunch and tea, plus fascinating hats! Registration begins on Sunday, March 19th. Bring your friends and neighbors. All women are welcome. |
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Please note that the Women's Day of Renewal on February 18th has been cancelled. |
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Interested in sponsoring Altar Flowers? The following dates for March and April are in need of sponsors:
March 19th- 1 vase
March 26th- 1 or 2 vases
April 2nd- 1 vase
April 16th- 1 vase
April 30th- 1 or vases 2
Please call the church office (941-388-1234), email nina@saklc.com, or click the button below to sponsor flowers on one or more of these days in March or April.
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In-Person & Zoom Exercise Classes |
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Exercise classes instructed by Heather Koester are both in-person and on zoom! Join us either in-person in Ogram Hall or on zoom on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:15am for classes. Additional monthly Saturday classes will be offered on February 18th, March 25th, & April 22nd. The schedule for these Saturday classes is below:
Saturday Class Schedule
8:30am - Floor Exercises ( Pilates/ Yoga Stretch and Strengthen Class) (50 Minute Class)
9:30am - Seated Strength & Balance (30 Minute Class)
10: 15am - Strength & Balance Class (50 minute Class)
A limited supply of weights & bands are available at SAKLC. If you prefer, you may bring your own equipment. Please bring your own mat for floor exercises.
Donations are appreciated
To join online:
Zoom password: 046227
Please allow for extra time to login.
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All women are welcome to join us at our Women's Book Group on the following dates:
February 21st- Storm Clouds Rolling In by Ginni Dey
March 21st- The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
April 18th- The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict
We meet at the home of Maryanne Maier, 259 John Ringling Blvd. at 10:30 a.m. Those who wish often go out together for lunch afterwards.
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Pr. Ken enjoys making visits during the week to check in on our homebound members, make hospital visits, distribute communion, or even to just chat! If you would like a visit from Pr. Ken, or if you know someone who would, please reach out to him at any time! His email is pastor@saklc.com, or call the church office at 941.388.1234 and we can connect you.
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Pastor Ken's Weekly Bible Study |
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Each week, throughout the year, Pr. Ken leads a Bible study on Wednesday mornings, from 11:00am-noon via zoom. The class discusses the Scripture texts assigned for the forthcoming Sunday worship services. Pr. Ken shares a calendar month of handouts in advance, so that participants can look ahead, and read the comments of Lutheran scholars prior to each session. Each week there is a good mix of lay people, and retired pastors, with each group brining their unique perspectives on life and Scripture – it’s a fun group! Click the button below to join the Bible study via zoom. |
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SAKLC Friday Friends on Zoom |
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Friday Friends have resumed weekly Zoom meetings @ 10:30 AM, and concluding @ 12 Noon. This virtual gathering of SAKLC members and friends is currently hosted by Herb Mohlenhoff, a retired Lutheran Pastor, and a regular member of the church. There is no specific agenda, but an opportunity to interact with others who may at that moment be local or spread across the nation. You are invited to participate by clicking the button below.
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Christ in Our Home Devotionals |
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The January, February, March edition of Christ in Our Home is available. They will be at the Welcome Desk in the Narthex and in the church office to be picked up. Weekly devotions will also be available to read in the weekend edition of Connections.
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Monthly Event Calendars Available |
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SAKLC Event Calendars are prepared each month. The March 2023 calendar is available. To access the calendar electronically, click here. A hard copy is available in the Narthex - speak to a Welcome Team member.
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In-Person Worship Schedule |
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Saturdays
5:00pm Evening Worship Service
Sundays
9:00am & 11:00am
We offer Holy Communion
Worship will be streamed live online
at 9:00am on Facebook and our website
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However you join us, we look forward to welcoming you!
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Stream Our Worship Online |
We will also continue to stream our worship service on our church Facebook page. Remember, the videos are archived on Facebook & on our website and can be watched at any time.
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PROBLEMS WATCHING ONLINE? Reach out to Justin Kaiser, our AV Technician, at av@saklc.com, or call the church office.
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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Do you have any comments or feedback on our live streaming of worship services or Connections communications? Please send us a note at connections@saklc.com. Your opinion is valuable!
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Your financial support is vital to our ministries and programs here at SAKLC! Offerings can be given in person on Sunday mornings in the baskets at the back of the sanctuary, mailed to the church (40 North Adams Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236), or you can give online - click here. We are sincerely grateful for your support!
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Office Hours - Church office hours are 9am to 3pm, Monday thru Thursday and Friday from 9am-1pm
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