Thank you to all of our wonderful SAKLC musicians for providing beautiful music at our Blessing of Fellowship Hall this past Sunday! |
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On Sunday, November 13th Roger Arnholt, Chair of SAKLC Foundation presented a $10,000.00 check to Rev. Dr. Tlahun Mendedo and Rev. David Federwitz from Lutheran Bible Translators to further their on-going mission to “put God’s Word in the hands of the Subula community!” |
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November 17th, 2022
Even a cursory glance through Scripture will reveal a rich harvest (pun intended) of thanksgiving to God:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” 1 Chronicles
16:34
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Christmas festivities are upon us! Join us in decorating SAKLC for Christmas this Saturday, November 19th at 9:00am. Please contact Michael at michael@saklc.com with any questions. |
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Thomas Keesecker & The King's Brass
Concert Tickets Available
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Be sure to purchase your tickets for two upcoming musical concerts below! Tickets are available for purchase by visiting the table in the Narthex or by calling the church office.
Music for Advent & Christmas featuring Thomas Keesecker
December 10th, 6:30pm
Tickets: $25
Thomas Keesecker retired in 2019 after serving as a church musician for over 40 years in Lutheran and Roman Catholic parishes in Virginia, Montana, and Maryland. His church music is published by several publishers. His studies at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and the Catholic University School of Music in Washington, D.C. prepared him for a career in which he has mixed classical technique and jazz improvisation. In his retirement he travels the country sharing his piano collections in informal recitals which incorporate hymn singing, readings, and poetry.
The King's Brass
January 26th, 6:00pm
Advance tickets: $25
Tickets at the door: $30
Back by popular demand! The King’s Brass provides innovative concerts for young and old alike through the “best in sacred brass music.” For forty years, The King’s Brass has performed over one hundred concerts each season with three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, keyboards, and percussion. Playing a wide variety of music from Gabrieli to hymn classics, from Handel to jazz spirituals, from Christmas carols to patriotic marches, The King’s Brass uses all corners of the space to lift hearts and spirits in praise.
Ticket bundle: Purchase both tickets for $45!
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Hurricane Ian Disaster Relief |
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The devastation caused by Hurricane Ian as it passed over Florida has been broadcast to a shocked nation. Homes, schools, and churches - including congregations of our own Florida-Bahamas Synod - have been impacted. As you contemplate making generous donations to national and state-wide disaster relief organizations, please also consider supporting our struggling ELCA sister congregations by sending your donation to SAKLC. Once received, we can reach out to a congregation in need of assistance and establish a supportive relationship that can last beyond the first few days or weeks of this disaster. From disaster, new relationships can develop. Please clearly mark all donations (electronic or via mail/offering plate) as "hurricane relief."
Thank you for your faithfulness and generosity.
Pastor Ken
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Community Service Ministry |
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2nd Chance Last Opportunity is in need of canned food for the community that is served by Dr. Galsco and this organization. Many are still suffering the effects of hurricane Ian and are in need of food, specifically canned goods with flip top lids. Peanut butter and cereal are also a treat. When you encounter a “bogo” buy, please consider bringing one to the church and place
in the food barrel across from the office. Thank you!
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Christmas is Coming and We Need You! |
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Our annual LIVE NATIVITY CAROL MUSIC will take place on Friday, December 2nd , from 6-8pm. We have the camels, the donkeys and the petting friends, but we need you to complete the Nativity! We need Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, Kings, Shepherds, Angels, Village Folks, Severs and clean up crew. Please sign up on line by clicking the button below or at the table in the Narthex. It is our gift to the Community in the spirit of Christmas. Thank you! |
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Update
“Angel Tree” Christmas Gifts Project
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Because of your generous support, the Angel Tree is now empty. Thank you for your help. After receiving the wrapped gifts, we will deliver them to the case workers at Lutheran Services Florida for distribution to their clients. Your help will put a smile on the faces for individuals like the people below. |
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You may return the gifts to the church by Sunday, November 27. There are wire bins just inside the hallway on the right as you go toward the Fellowship Hall. Be sure to note the return date on the original sign-up sheet.
On behalf of Lutheran Services Florida, thank you for your support.
If you have questions about returning the gifts, contact Marge Jeffers at 920-579-2818 or jeffersme@comcast.net.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing |
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It's that time of the year again! Volunteers are needed from SAKLC for Salvation Army Bell Ringing beginning the last Friday of November through December 24th. To learn more or sign up, see Jane and Fred at the Salvation Army Bell Ringing table in the Narthex tomorrow or click the button below. |
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Three Upcoming Women's Events |
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Tuesday, December 6th - book group discussion at same time and address. SURVIVING SAVANNAH by Patti Callahan.
Saturday, December 10th - WOMEN'S ADVENT BRUNCH, 10 - 12 in Fellowship Hall.
Tickets go on sale in the Church Narthex starting this Sunday, November 20th. Invite friends, all women are invited.
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Attention All Women!
Mark Your Calendars For These Important Events
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All women are welcome to join us at our Women's Book Group on the following dates:
December 6th - Surviving Savannah by Patti Callahan
January 24th - Storm Clouds Rolling In by Ginni Dey
February 21st - How the Light Gets In by Jolina Petersheim
March 21st - The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
April 18th - The Next Ship Home by Heather Webb
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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We are in need of new toys for Christmas gifts for the refugee children. Because of the huge influx of Ukrainians and Afghans we have difficulty getting enough toys for Christmas, as Lutheran Services of Florida always gives toys to the children. For many of them, this is their first Christmas in the USA. For anyone who would wish to bring new toys to the church, we will be happy to wrap the toys and make sure they get distributed. Thank you. |
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Saturday Evening Worship Services |
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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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Strength and Balance Exercise Class |
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Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays
@ 10:30am
Login begins 15 minutes prior to class
All are welcome to join Heather Koester for this class! Strength and Balance Class is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement, and improve activities for daily living. We will focus on posture work to increase balance. A chair is used for seated exercises and standing support while exercising. More information is available at www.saklc.com/health. There is a recommended $5 donation per class, payable to SAKLC, memo line to "Health Ministry". This can be paid online at www.saklc.com (click "Give") or by check. All are welcome!
ATTEND ONLINE in the comfort of your home
Please allow for extra time to login.
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SAKLC Friday Friends on Zoom |
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Friday Friends have resumed weekly Zoom meetings starting October 7th @ 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 October, November, December 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 November 2022 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
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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Support SAKLC When Shopping Amazon |
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Do you shop on Amazon? If so, supporting SAKLC has never been easier. When you go to shop online, go to www.smile.amazon.com. Login using your same Amazon email and password. You will be asked to select a charity - just type in "St. Armands Key Lutheran Church Foundation". Amazon will donate a portion of all orders purchased through AmazonSmile back to SAKLC. These are the exact same products, and exact same prices. Just remember to always shop using www.SMILE.Amazon.com (if you shop just using Amazon.com, the order will not qualify). If you have any questions, or if you need help setting this up, please reach out to Michael.
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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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