Just Curious....

What should I expect when I visit?

At South Shore, we feel that it's our responsibility to make it easy for you to come to church. We want you to be able to experience the great music, thought-provoking messages, friendly people and relaxed atmosphere that are a part of South Shore. And we know that your first time at a church, any church, brings up some questions.

What kind of music do you play?

The music of at South Shore Community Church is an expression of our joy and devotion to the Savior.  It is also an expression of the times in which the congregation has come to age.  Most music sets are carried by a guitar-based band comprised of electric lead, bass, acoustic, synthesizer or electric piano, 2 or 3 percussionists and vocals.

If you grew up listening to a stereo rather than a radio, you will like the music style at South Shore.

What does South Shore have for my family?

We hope to have the opportunity for the South Shore family to welcome your family next weekend. We have activities for all age groups and provide an opportunity for each family member to experience God through the Bible and other people just like you....

What if I am not sure about God and just have some questions?

You don't have to believe in God to go to church. You don't have to know anything about God or the Bible to go to church. You don't have to clean up, dress up, or "get your act together" before you arrive. Come as you are.

Each weekend we worship God and learn about Christ. Many in attendance are just checking out this church thing to see what it is about. Some turned away from church in the past and are just trying to find out if they should give God another try. Some are at the end of what they know to do and are just hoping that God still cares. Others celebrate what God has done for them.

It doesn't matter where you are on your spiritual journey or if you haven't even started it yet. You are welcome at South Shore, just as you are, with all the baggage of your life and with all of your questions. We would love to explore with you. Hope to see you this Saturday night or Sunday morning.

What do you believe?

If you point these things out to the brothers, you will be a good minister of Christ Jesus, brought up in the truths of the faith and of the good teaching that you have followed. (1 Timothy 4:6)

The South Shore Community Church Statement of Faith summarizes our beliefs as a church. While our style of worship, approaches to evangelism, methods of discipleship, and avenues of ministry may seem innovative, our faith is rooted and grounded in Jesus Christ who is "the same yesterday, and today, and forever." Therefore, the sole authority for our theology, faith, and practice is Jesus Christ whose will is revealed in the Bible.

To continue, please go to our Beliefs and Values page under the About SSCC menu.

How do you protect my child?

South Shore has a Security Team of individuals who have been trained and equipped to secure our campus during both our Saturday night and Sunday morning services.

Will I have to say anything, sign anything, give anything, or be singled out in any way?

If you're visiting, we hope that our service is a gift to you. If South Shore is not your home church or if you are just "kicking tires," we prefer that you not contribute any money to our offering. Our offering time allows those who call South Shore home to give back to God a portion of the financial blessings He has given to them. We will not make you wear a visitor badge, stand up to be introduced, or singled out in any way. We want you to remain as anonymous as you desire so that you can stay well within your comfort zone. Regardless of your choice to remain stealth or become more visible, we encourage you to visit our church over several weeks to see what's going on at South Shore.

Opportunities For Women

A Community Wide Retreat for Women
Friday, February 3, 6:45pm- 9:30 pm
Saturday, Febrary 4, 8:15am to 3:30 pm
at Suncoast Academy
 
"Get away from the world for a spa like no other"

South Shore has 50 tickets at the group rate of $42, includes lunch on Saturday. Scholarships available, please do not let cost keep you from going. Contact Women's Ministry at ssccwomensministry@gmail.com for more information.

 

  
21 Principles of a Healthy Single Mom
A  community wide study for women

Presented by South Shore Community Church
1899 S. Tuttle Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34239

Saturdays 5:30pm – 7:00pm in the house left of the church

March 3, 2012 – May 12, 2012

This series and childcare is for FREE!

Come join us and learn how to be the foundation of your home and raise your children as God intended. This series is for Single, Divorced, or Widowed mothers that are raising their children presently. Meet new friends and build relationships with other Single Mom’s.

 This is a DCF approved study.  (Department of Children and Family services)  

 Register Here.

Read the article written by Linda Kelleher:

The Journey of a Single Mom

Upcoming Area Events for Women

- TBA

Mom's Mentoring Their Daughters Through

GEMS

 

GIRLS EVERYWHERE MEETING

THE SAVIOR

 

GEMS Club is for girls ages 8-12 (2nd-5th grade) and their moms. The Club encourages moms to spend time equipping and motivating their daughters in their faith and prayer life.  The club meets on the 3rd Saturday at 7:00pm from October through May in the Children's Ministry wing.  Contact Anne Weidler or Melinda Mulkey for more information.  Find more resource for moms here

 

Photo Gallery

Take a look at photos from our past events:

 

 

 

 

Ongoing Opportunities in Women's Ministry

 Living Out of the Center

- Ramen Noodles and the Amazement of God

- Returning

- Set Your Heart

- After Thought

- Overloaded Wagon

- Surrender

- Carrying My Own Rocks

- Remeber to Ask

- The First Spoke on Your Wheel

Mentoring

Mentoring is when a more experienced Christian woman invests in another Christian woman for the purpose of wise counsel in special or general matters of life.  (see Titus 2:3-5)  Women’s Ministry helps connect women in mentoring relationships.  If you are interested in being a mentor or being mentored, please email Janae at ssccwomensministry@gmail.com

More about being a mentor or to be mentored… 

Discipleship

Discipleship is one Christian woman investing in one or more women for the purpose of equipping and training them in the basic disciplines of the Christian life with an eye towards discipling other women.  (see II Timothy 2:1-7, 14-26) 

Women’s Ministry offers a 12 month discipleship program using a workbook called Victorious Disciples.   If you are interested in being a Disciple Leader or being discipled, please email Janae at ssccwomensministry@gmail.com

More about being a disciple leader or being discipled…
 

Accountability

STANDING FIRM SIDE TO SIDE 

The Woman's Ministry encourages every woman to be in an accountable relationship. Spiritual Accountability is when two or more Christian's are in relationship to support, encourage, and redirect one another in the growth of our Christian life, closing the gap between good intentions and actions.

"Standing firm in one spirit, striving side by side with one mind for the Faith of the gospel." Philippians 4:1

More about accountability...

Woman's Small Groups

-MONDAYS from 7:00-9:00pm at 5119 Island Date Street
 
-TUESDAYS from 11:30am-1:30pm at 7446 Featherstone Blvd.
 
For more information please email us at ssccwomensministry@gmail.com

E- Encouragement Newsletter

Anyone interested in getting the SSWM Newsletters and Announcements or changes in your email address you can email ssccwomensministry@gmail.com and you will be added to the mailing list. Thank you!

Read the most Recent Newsletter.

Read the previous Newsletters.

Women's Ministry Team

Encouraging and Equipping

Women's Ministry Team:

Joyous Salter, Laura McLeroy,
Linda Kelleher, Janae Camp

For more information about serving in the Women's Ministry Team, contact us by emailing ssccwomensministry@gmail.com.

Moms in Touch

South Shore's Women's Ministry supports Moms in Touch. This ministry involves two or more moms who meet for one hour each week to pray for their children and their school. To find out about a Moms in Touch group for your child's school, go to www.MomsInTouch.org or you may email at Info@MomsInTouch.org.

 

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