Our GC Seniors next gathering is Thursday, May 14 from 11am-1pm in the sanctuary. Invite someone to join you as we worship God, have an encouraging devotion and fellowship afterwards with lunch together. Bring your favorite dish to share. Please sign up in the lobby so we can plan accordingly.

Men from churches across our District are gathering at Church of Hope in Sarasota on Thursday, May 14 at 6pm for a free meal, worship, and a powerful message. Meet a GCC at 4:45pm to carpool. This will be a great time to connect with other guys and be encouraged! Sign up in the lobby and indicate if you need a ride.

Come hang with friends at Venice Beach (1600 Harbor Dr. S.) from 10am to 1pm on Saturday, May 23. Meet at GCC at 9:30am if you need a ride. Make sure to sign up in the lobby! See Pastor Nic if you have any questions.

GC Next GEN is having a popcorn fundraiser from May 10–May 24! If you would like to order some delicious treats and support our kids, you can place your order online or through the fundraiser brochure. All ordering materials are available in the lobby and orders are shipped directly to you. Help us by sharing the link/QR Code for others to support! You can share via text, email, and social media.

We’re excited to share an opportunity for our 3rd–5th grade students to attend the Pen FL Kids Camp at Masterpiece Gardens in Lake Wales, June 10-13. This camp is a wonderful chance for students to have a meaningful encounter with God while enjoying a fun, engaging week alongside other kids from across Florida. Early registration is due May 20. Cost of registration is $215 per student. Our hope is to reduce cost with fundraising efforts. Please speak with Nicolle Llewellyn for further information.

We are blessed to celebrate with our VPK students from Gulf Coast Christian Academy for their Graduation: Friday, May 29 at 5:30pm. Please keep our kids and families in your prayers as they transition to a new school next school year.

We will meet together on Saturday, June 6 from 8am to 12pm for our church work day. Many hands make light work, so come partner with us as we prepare the Lord’s house and your church for ministry. Please sign up in the Lobby.

Our GC Kids Promotion is Sunday, June 7 as some of our students will be graduating up to their next class from Nursery to Primary, Primary to Kids and Kids to Youth! They will receive their certificates in their classes and move to their new areas the following week.

Come hang with friends, the first Sunday of every month at 12pm! Following Service on June 7, we will head to Chipotle (17019 Tamiami Trail) for food and good times! Sign up in the Lobby.

Parents, Young Adults, Students, and everyone beyond or in-between, this is for you! Join us June 8-9 for an incredible Conference in Sarasota where you will be challenged and encouraged in your faith. You will leave more equipped to engage with others in our culture and filled with a passion to do so. Cost is $75 for Adults & $50 for Students, paid by May 24. Scholarships are available, so please let us know if you are interested. Sign up in the lobby. More details to come! For more information follow the event link: https://apologeticcon.com/

We’re excited to present our 2nd GCC Sports Camp! Kids ages 4-11 will have a blast July 13-17 from 5-8pm. We will offer Basketball, Cheer, Soccer and Team 45 for ages 4-5. Register online beginning April 13 at gulfcoastchurch.net to reserve your child’s spot! Registration deadline is June 28th.

LET’S REACH OUR COMMUNITY! We need YOUR help with our Kids Sports Camp this summer. Sign up in the lobby today for various areas to serve from coaching, Bible lessons, worship, snacks, registration, and more!! This Sports Camp will take place July 13-17 from 5-8pm for kids ages 4-11. We’re excited to partner with UW Sports Ministry that empowers the local church to share the Gospel through sports and have an impact on our community. If you have questions, please contact Christa at christa@gulfcoastchurch.net.

Invite your friends and show up ready for movement and exercise on Mondays at 6:30pm in the Life Center. Bring your own exercise mat and wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.

The Bible Reading Plan for 2026 is available in the lobby and on our Resources page. Join us as we grow in God’s Word together this New Year! Also available, is a new page on our website “RESOURCES”, with various suggested items from books, podcasts, videos, websites and more, covering a range of topics - Parenting, Marriage, Work, Anxiety, Culture, etc. This page will be added to and grow in the future, and we pray it blesses you!

There’s always a place for YOU… at GCC! Get connected, serve Jesus, meet new people and shine your light! There are many areas of ministry to share your skills or to learn a new skill! Our current greatest needs are: Audio and Visuals (Sound Booth) and Next Gen (Nursery, Primary, Kids and Midweek Kids). We provide resources, training, monthly rotating schedules and the joy of belonging! Check out our website at gulfcoastchurch.net for a list of other places to serve and fill out a SERVE FORM on the home page. You may contact info@gulfcoastchurch.net with any questions.

Would you please fill out a Church Directory Form located in the lobby if any of your family information has changed? As the year-end approaches, we want to make sure our records are current.