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Matthew 22:1-14 (Isaiah 25:1-9, Psalm 23, Philippians 4:1-9) - St. Armands Key Lutheran Church | One of my favorite comedians, Ron White, has a wonderful punchline to a story in which he was arrested for being drunk in public. It was all the fault of the bar's doormen who ejected him from the bar. "I was drunk in private," he bemoans, "they threw me into public!" | | | |
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All Saints' Day Prayer Request
SAKLC would like to remember your loved one(s) by reading their name(s) aloud at our All Saints worship services. Please complete the prayer request card located in the Narthex and indicate which service (Saturday, November 4th at 5 pm, Sunday November 5th at 9am or 11am), by Wednesday, November 1st. You may also click the button below to print the form and bring to church office or mail to us once completed.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Lutheran World Relief – Personal Care Kits – CSM volunteers spent several hours unboxing and organizing materials for the upcoming event to make Personal Care Kits. It’s never to early to save the date – Saturday, February 3, 2024 stating at 9 a.m. We look forward to all hands on deck for a good time making the kits. Thank you, Michael Bodnyk, for ordering the supplies for us.
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Upcoming Christian Education Series
How Lutherans Interpret the Bible
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How Lutherans Interpret the Bible “invites you to explore seven important questions about Lutherans and the Bible. The class will not prescribe ‘the Lutheran way’ to read the Bible nor will it dismiss the way you may have come to understand the Bible. Instead, the class will present a variety of Lutheran perspectives for interpreting the Bible, through which you will discover answers to questions you have always had about the Bible.” Come with an open heart and an open mind.
Taught by Rev. Kenneth Blyth using video and handout materials from SELECT Learning presented by Dr. Mark Allan Powell, a Lutheran pastor and Bible professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and a prolific and popular author.
When: Thursdays, for seven weeks, October 5 - November 16, from 2:00pm-3:30pm.
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AV Task Force Update
The AV Technology Task Force sends its thanks to everyone who completed our final comprehensive survey relating to your use of the church’s technology. It was extremely helpful for us to understand your current use as well as your needs for the future. Click the link to see what we learned from over 100 responses. The survey information provided the task force with valuable information that will be incorporated into its final recommendations. We will have more details to share next week. Stay tuned!
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Volunteers Needed for Oktoberfest
SAKLC is celebrating Oktoberfest on October 28th from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Volunteers are needed to help decorating, food, and clean up. Sign up using the button below!
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It's that time of the year again! Be sure to stop by the table in the Narthex this weekend to purchase your Oktoberfest tickets. Delicious food from Geier's Sausage Kitchen will be served, and entertainment will be provided by a live polka band! | |
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Best of SRQ
Nominations are now open for the Best of SRQ in many categories including "Best Faith Leader". You may wish to nominate Pastor Ken Blyth (a previous Platinum-level winner) at srqmagazine.com in the "Best People & Community" section. You can enter a nomination once daily through November 8th. Voting will take place after nominations close. Let's share the news of our SAKLC best faith leader with the Sarasota Community!
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Name Tags Have Arrived!
If you’ve ordered a name tag, they are hanging on the name tag wall outside of the sanctuary. Don’t forget to wear your name tag on Sundays in order to get to know your neighbor! If you still need a name tag, please contact Nina at nina@saklc.com or at 941-388-1234.
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Refugee Ministry Needs Donations! | |
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The Refugee Ministry has run out of furniture and mattresses with box springs to help families in need. We appreciate the generosity of the congregation and would love to continue to help refugee families. If you are downsizing or have extra, please contact the Church Office at 941-388-1234.
There is also a request for a lawnmower.
Thank you!
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In Need of Medical Equipment?
Are you in need of medical equipment? We often get requests from members and friends who are looking for something to borrow for a short period during recovery. Contact the Church Office if you have any medical equipments needs.
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It's Never TOO Early to Save the Dates!
Women's Advent Brunch:
WHEN: Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at 12:30 pm
Pairables Valentine "Senior" Prom:
WHEN: Friday, February 16th, 2024 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Women's Spring Tea:
WHEN: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Parking Permits for Members
Church members are invited to contact Michael Bodnyk, the Director of Operations, to receive a SAKLC parking permit. Email michael@saklc.com or call the church office.
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Pastor Ken's Weekly Bible Study | |
Each week, throughout the year, Pr. Ken leads a Bible study on Wednesday mornings, from 11:00am-noon via zoom. If you wish to join in-person, please let Pastor know in advance. 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. Please reach out to him at pastor@saklc.com so he can share the materials with you beforehand. Each week there is a good mix of lay people, and retired pastors, with each group bringing 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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Interested in sponsoring Altar Flowers? The following dates for November are in need of sponsors:
November 12th - one vase
November 19th - one or two vases
Please call the church office (941-388-1234), email maggie@saklc.com, or click the button below to sponsor flowers on one or more of these days in November.
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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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Christ in Our Home Devotionals | |
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. | |
Monthly Event Calendars Available | |
SAKLC Event Calendars are prepared each month. The October 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. | |
Do You Have Something for Connections?
If you would like something put in SAKLC's weekly Connections, please ensure a "ready to go" copy is sent to maggie@saklc.com by 12 pm Tuesday so it will be put in our Midweek Connections sent out every Wednesday. Please keep any submissions under 125 words. Any questions, you can email maggie@saklc.com or call the office at 941-388-1234.
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In-Person Worship Schedule | |
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Sundays
9:00am & 11am
We offer Holy Communion
Saturdays
5:00 pm
Worship will be streamed live online
for both services 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 are streaming both our 9:00am and 11:00am services live on our church website: www.saklc.com/live
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 the church office (office@saklc.com).
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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-Thursday; Fridays 9am to 1pm | | | | | | |
