Mission Road – Community of Christ

JOIN ONLINE WORSHIP ACTIVITIES

During this COVID-19 season, don’t be isolated from your church family. There are numerous online opportunities for worship, Sunday School Class (both for adults and children), prayer service, and Sunday Chat and more. Check out the complete list on the world church website below.

https://www.cofchrist.org/online-ministries

Though Mission Road is not offering specific online, live worship services, you are invited to join one offered by the Bethel Congregation. And don’t forget that you can access past Mission Road Congregation worship service podcasts (recordings) online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8.

CENTRAL AVENUE CENTER OF HOPE STILL HAS NEEDS DURING THIS PANDEMIC!

There are many families served by the Center who’s needs continue even during the current Coronavirus pandemic. In order to assist, Robin Payne will be at the church on Saturday from 10 AM to Noon collecting goods.

You’re invited to drop off non-perishable items such as canned goods (fruits, vegetables, canned meats and so on) plus bread, fresh fruit, peanut butter, jelly or paper products like toilet paper, Kleenex tissues, diapers, and the like.

Sometimes when under stress and concerned about the current health crisis, a good remedy is to reach out and help someone else!

FIRST PRESIDENCY UPDATED STATEMENT

Response to COVID‐19 Virus

20 March 2020

The First Presidency is extending the recommended suspension of church gatherings around the world through at least Friday, 1 May 2020. Church gatherings are worship services, meals, conferences, funerals, and other group activities. The Presidency continues to monitor guidance from government and public health agencies around the globe related to the estimated spread and duration of the COVID‐19 pandemic. However, if local government and public health guidance is more restrictive than the Presidency’s recommendation, please follow local guidance. As new information is available it will be released and posted at www.CofChrist.org/covid‐19.

As a reminder, the Presidency bases its recommendation on the following principles:

1. The church’s response should emphasize preventative, rather than reactive, strategies to keep the COVID‐19 virus from spreading as quickly as many infection‐rate models indicate.

2. A primary prevention strategy is “social distancing.” The World Health Organization advises: “Maintain at least 1-meter (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.” According to the USA Centers for Disease Control, social distancing involves “remaining out of congregant settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance” between people whenever possible. Social distancing is especially challenging for people in church settings.

3. The church’s response should emphasize “protecting the most vulnerable” (Doctrine and Covenants 164:6a) in our congregations, cities, towns, and villages. This includes our senior members and those already affected by other health challenges.

Historic sites will remain closed to the public through at least Friday, 1 May 2020. Based on guidance provided by the Independence, Missouri, USA mayor, the Temple Complex, including the Peace Pavilion, will remain closed to the public with all events canceled through at least Friday, 15 May 2020. Headquarters staff at all sites continue to support operations, but staff presence in the offices is limited to maximize social distancing. Reopening all sites to the public will continue to be evaluated as the situation unfolds.

Social distancing can cause us to feel isolated from each other and God. We are grateful for the many ways people are staying “connected” and supporting each other in living Christ’s mission while upholding the strategy of social distancing. “Who will separate us from the love of Christ? …neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:35, 38 NRSV).

As you connect and support each other through the Lenten journey into Holy week and then the Easter season, we ask you to remember that your congregation, mission center, campgrounds, and World Church have financial responsibilities even though we are not physically gathering. Please use online giving (www.CofChrist.org/give) or mail in contributions to support Local and Worldwide Mission Tithes.

PAST MISSION ROAD RECORDINGS ONLINE

You’re invited to relive past worship services or listen to those you’ve missed. Over the coming weeks, please remember that past Sunday morning worship service audio recordings are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2018, 2019, 2020). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

08 March 2020 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20200308-JBacon.mp3

01 March 2020 message by Steve Holben, filename 20200301-SHolben.mp3

23 February 2020 message by John O’Neal, filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3

16 February 2020 message by Karen Birkby, filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

GOODBYE TO STEVE AND LAURIE HOLBEN!

Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, we’re unable to hold the farewell potluck for Laurie and Steve. Without that opportunity to thank the Holben’s for their service and friendship, we’d suggest you can contact them using email (sgholben) or using Facebook. There’s no snow in Kansas but maybe we can create a blizzard of messages to Laurie and Steve!

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS MESSAGE

When church services resume at Mission Road, we’ll continue the adult Sunday School class with a discussion of Chapter 1 of Amy-Jill Levine’s book “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi.” Be sure you’ve read the Introduction too.

If you’re curious to learn more about the author, who is Jewish but teaches classes on Christianity, check out her humor and her comments on faith and belief at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFy_jjP2WzU

NEED A COPY OF THE NEW ADULT CLASS BOOK?

If you wish to purchase a copy of the adult Sunday school text (“Short Stories by Jesus” by Amy-Jill Levine) please contact Jonathan Bacon (his phone and email address are in the church directory). We can arrange to have the book delivered to your home.

The text is optional but provides insights and information that cannot be covered in the weekly Sunday school class.

The cost of the book is $13 and should be added to your offering with an indication that it’s for the Sunday School text.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP MEETINGS SUSPENDED

Because of the World Church recommendation that all gatherings be suspended until May 1 or later, the All Good Books discussion group is suspending our scheduled meetings until at least May 2020. If you want to prepare for the next meeting, you can read “The Confession Club” by Elizabeth Berg (the author of “The Story of Arthur Trulov,” “Night of Miracles” and “Open House”).

MISSION: LEARN 2020 AT THE OLATHE CONGREGATION

The Mission Center has announced that “Mission: Learn” scheduled for March 28, 2020 has been canceled.

ORGAN CONCERT @ THE TEMPLE

This concert is canceled as are all activities and events at World Church facilities until April 13, 2020.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

There will be no activities at the church until May 1, 2020 or later. We’ll keep you posted.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

Please remember John and Eloise Snider in your prayers this week.

OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE VIA EMAIL

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

CHURCH SERVICES CANCELED

Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic and out of an abundance of caution, the Community of Christ – Mission Road Congregation will not hold services for the next three Sundays.

This decision is based on the current CDC guidelines that suggest the risk is greatest for people who are 60 and older as well as persons with respiratory illness or weakened immune systems. It’s clear that even those who experience no symptoms could inadvertently carry the virus into a gathering where more people are at risk for serious health effects stemming from the virus.

While we regret this disruption, it is important to take precautions and protect the more vulnerable members of our congregation.

You’re invited to relive past worship services or listen to those you’ve missed. Over the coming weeks, please remember that past Sunday morning worship service audio recordings are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. If you open the link and then scroll down to the 2020 folder and double click it) you’ll find all the worship service recordings for 2020.

MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY, March 15, 2020

While we’re celebrating the third Sunday of the Lenten season without a face-to-face meeting at the church, we do want to share some readings with the congregation.

Lenten Welcome:

Lent is about divine grace. It is a period of time to reflect on our discipleship and prepare for Easter. It is based on the example of Christ’s forty days in the desert preparing for ministry. Lent is a time to honestly examine who we are, recognize who we are called to become, and receive divine grace for the journey in between. Lent is an invitation to fast or replace a behavior with time connecting to God.

Last week’s candle reminded us to be humble in our relationship with God. Today we light the third candle that represents hopefulness. As disciples we humbly look to Christ’s example, yet we are imperfect and often fall short of who Christ asks us to become. We practice hopefulness when we seek to love ourselves, others, and the path in front of us despite challenges. We praise our loving Creator for the compassion and grace extended to all. We open ourselves to fully receive both.

Scripture Reading (adapted from 2 Nephi 3:32-34)

My soul grieves because of my sin.

I am surrounded by the temptations and sins that so easily influence me.

When I desire to rejoice, my heart groans because of my sins;

Nevertheless, I know in whom I have trust.

Responsive Reading (adapted from Doctrine and Covenants 162:5a-c and 164:2b):

Leader: God’s grace, especially as revealed in Jesus Christ, is generous and unconditional. It is for divine purpose that you have been given the struggles as well as the joys of diversity.

People: Having received God’s generous grace, we respond generously and graciously receive the generosity of others.

Leader: Do not be defined by the things that separate you but by the things that unite you in Jesus Christ.

People: We offer all we are and have to God’s purposes as revealed in Jesus Christ.

Leader: Listen together to one another, without judgement or predisposition. …Reason together in love, and the Spirit of truth will prevail.

Prayer for the Congregation:

May God’s presence of peace, wisdom, and compassion continue to surround and strengthen you. We pray for those who are suffering during this pandemic and remember our fellow Mission Road friends and neighbors in our thoughts and prayers!

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

The Exploring Challenges discussion group report coupled with discussion among the attendees will be rescheduled after church services resume.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS MESSAGE

When church services resume at Mission Road, we’ll continue the adult Sunday School class with a discussion of Chapter 1 of Amy-Jill Levine’s book “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi.” Be sure you’ve read the Introduction too.

If you’re curious to learn more about the author, who is Jewish but teaches classes on Christianity, check out her humor and her comments on faith and belief at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFy_jjP2WzU

NEED A COPY OF THE NEW ADULT CLASS BOOK?

If you wish to purchase a copy of the adult Sunday school text (“Short Stories by Jesus” by Amy-Jill Levine) please contact Jonathan Bacon (his phone and email address are in the church directory). We can arrange to have the book delivered to your home.

The text is optional but provides insights and information that cannot be covered in the weekly Sunday school class.

The cost of the book is $13 and should be added to your offering with an indication that it’s for the Sunday School text.

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP MEETING

The All Good Books discussion group will meet at 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 16, 2020, to discuss “The Confession Club” by Elizabeth Berg (the author of “The Story of Arthur Trulov,” “Night of Miracles” and “Open House”).

Meetings are held in the Church Library starting at 7:00 PM. All are invited to attend!

MISSION: LEARN 2020 AT THE OLATHE CONGREGATION

The Mission Center has announced that “Mission: Learn” scheduled for March 28, 2020 has been canceled.

ORGAN CONCERT @ THE TEMPLE

This concert is canceled as are all activities and events at World Church facilities until April 13, 2020.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

There will be no activities at the church for the next three weeks.

WORSHIP AND SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

08 March 2020 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20200308-JBacon.mp3

01 March 2020 message by Steve Holben, filename 20200301-SHolben.mp3

23 February 2020 message by John O’Neal, filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3

16 February 2020 message by Karen Birkby, filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

Please remember John and Eloise Snider in your prayers this week.

OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE VIA EMAIL

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic and out of an abundance of caution, the Community of Christ – Mission Road Congregation will not hold services for the next three Sundays (March 15, 22 and 29, 2020). The discussion of the Exploring Challenges group will be re-scheduled at a later time.
This decision is based on the current CDC guidelines that suggest the risk is greatest for people who are 60 and older as well as persons with respiratory illness or weakened immune systems. It’s clear that even those who experience no symptoms could inadvertently carry the virus into a gathering where more people are at risk for serious health effects stemming from the virus.
While we regret this disruption, it is important to take precautions and protect the more vulnerable members of our congregation.

As an alternative, please remember that past Sunday morning worship service audio recordings are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. If you’ve missed a Sunday worship, you can find recordings going back several years. Some of the recent recordings include:

• 08 March 2020 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20200308-JBacon.mp3
• 01 March 2020 message by Steve Holben, filename 20200301-SHolben.mp3
• 23 February 2020 message by John O’Neal, filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3
• 16 February 2020 message by Karen Birkby, filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3
• 09 February 2020 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3
• 02 February 2020 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

Also, the Mission Center has announced that Mission: Learn scheduled for March 28, 2020, will be postponed.
May God’s presence of peace, wisdom, and compassion continue to surround and strengthen you. Please pray for those who are suffering during this pandemic and remember your fellow Mission Road friends in your thoughts and prayers!

Let’s send Laurie and Steve off in Nebraska Cornhuskers’ style. On Sunday, March 22, we’ll wear red to support their Cornhuskers. Even those of us who are KU and K-State fans will make the sacrifice for our friends. I think in Nebraska they call casseroles hot dishes, so bring your “hot dish” for the pot luck and wear your red.

MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

PERSONAL HYGIENE DONATIONS NEEDED FOR CENTER OF HOPE

While the Central Avenue Center for Hope (CACH) continues to need food pantry donations, an often-overlooked area of need is for personal hygiene items. For the month of March, we’re encouraging you to bring at least one item each Sunday that meets the personal grooming needs of the Center’s clients.

Typical examples of very helpful items include hand soaps, shampoo, deodorants, diapers, feminine hygiene products, toilet paper, shaving cream, razors, toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Just think about what you use each day, buy an extra supply and bring to the CACH Pantry at the church. And thanks in advance to Robin Payne for the idea and for everyone who remembers to share a little bit with the Center this month!

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

The Congregation will meet Sunday morning March 15, 2020 at 9:00 AM in the Church Sanctuary to review the proposals of the Exploring Challenges discussion group. Ideas from the congregation can also be presented at this time. The goal is to provide ideas to meet the challenges before us.

The Adult Sunday School class will join the congregational meeting about Exploring Challenges on March 15 and then resume regular class meetings on March 22.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL PLANS

The Adult Sunday school class will resume on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 9:15 AM in the Church Library. In preparation, you’re invited to read Chapter 1 of “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi” by Amy-Jill Levine. On the 22nd Marilyn Gairns will lead the class discussion.

The Introduction was covered in class on March 8. If you haven’t read it, be sure to do so, as it offers background information on Old and New Testament parables and defines the focus of the Levine book.

NEED A COPY OF THE LEVINE BOOK FOR THE ADULT CLASS?

If you wish to purchase a copy of the text ($13) please contact Jonathan Bacon (his phone and email address are in the church directory). The text is optional but provides insights and information that cannot be covered in the weekly Sunday school class.

If you order a copy by 5 PM on Tuesday, March 10, your copy will be available on the table in the Church Library next Sunday (the 15th).

The cost of the book ($13) should be added to your offering with an indication that it’s for the Sunday School text.

SPRING QUARTERLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

The Quarterly Worship Schedule for March, April, and May is now available on our Member’s Only Facebook page and can be downloaded at https://bit.ly/32G2Obo.

A hard copy has also been printed and is available in the Narthex on the small table next to the podium where the bulletins are located.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP MEETS THIS THURSDAY

“Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman will be the topic of discussion at this weeks All Good Books meeting. We’ll meet on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at 7 PM in the Church Library.

Please come and join us for the discussion!

MISSION: LEARN 2020 AT THE OLATHE CONGREGATION

March 28, 2020, 9-4pm

Theme: Sacramental Living

Guest Ministry:

Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner,

Apostle Janné Grover and

Field Support Minister Barbara Borkowski

Following a keynote from Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner, we will spend time in worship, set apart the Mission Center Financial Officer Team, share a meal, and have 4 educational breakout sessions. Youth are invited to help serve lunch from 10-2 to earn funds for camp. All who work earn funds.

*Childcare will be available*

Full schedule is available on www.midlandsmc.org

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Shelby, CFO & Recorder Training – Wim van Klinken

Are you a Congregational Recorder or a Congregational Financial Officer and not always sure how to manage Shelby? Come learn from Wim’s expertise!

Youth Worker Registration – Dave Hall

Come learn how best to work with youth and to keep them safe when providing ministry.

Spiritual Formation Companioning Program – Pat Cole

Being present to receive God’s Grace, is the beginning of a transformation to a new life. Spiritual practices teach us better ways to commune with God, through scriptures, meditation and prayer. Spiritual practices help us to see the world and others in a new "light".

Sacraments in worship – Barbara Borkowski

Baptism, Confirmation and Ordination are all Sacraments offered in worship.

Justice and Peace Action – Grace & Stan Troeh

With injustice rampant, we are called to bring change – by voice, by awareness, by presence. We’ll explore the call, ways to connect and be engaged in this aspect of discipleship.

Spiritual Vs Religious – Craig Hidy

Today many people are identifying themselves as spiritual rather than religious. Come learn about this trend, explore the differences and understand this rapid growing faith group.

Community of Christ Sings and Sacramental Living – Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner

Come explore how Sacramental Living is expressed in our hymnal Community of Christ Sings!

The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper – Apostle Janné Grover

Learn more about guidelines for the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.

ORGAN CONCERT @ THE TEMPLE

Grammy ® nominated organist-in-residence, Jan Kraybill will offer a recital from 2:30 – 3:30 pm Sunday, April 5.

Jan’s very special recital will focus on peacemaking with a nod to the 190th anniversary of the restoration movement in North America.

ADVENTURER’S REUNION @ COLORADO

June 19 – 25

Adults age 19+ are invited to “Reconnect” with friends from many places, coming together to create sacred community at YMCA of the Rockies. This adventure is NOT for the faint of heart. Activities will include strenuous high-altitude hikes, white water rafting, and horseback riding in the Colorado Rockies. Singing, playing, laughing, dialogue, and worship will be some elements of this unique gathering! EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MARCH 31. More information can be found at http://centralmission.org/adventurer/.

TEENS WORKING IN SERVICE TOGETHER (TWIST)

The next TWIST weekend has been set. All Middle School and High School students — mark your calendars!

APR 24 – 26 @ Topeka

Regarding the April TWIST gathering: Attention all 6th – 12th graders!!! Complete the event registration form found online and bring your TWIST shirt if you have one. A $20 donation is suggested. Please RSVP by April 16 to Alan Keehler 816.810.5690 or Kat Hnatyshyn 816.506.6948.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, March 9, 2020, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 11, 2020, 6:30 – 7:30 PM – Saint’s Chorale practice in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 11, 2020, 7:35 PM – Prayer Circle in the Church Library.

Thursday, March 12, 2020, 7:00 PM – All Good Books group meets to discuss “Eleanor Oliphant Is Generally Fine” by Gail Honeyman in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 15, 2020, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Marge Trinkl), join us for conversation and fellowship!

Sunday, March 15, 2020, 9:00 AM – Special Congregational Meeting to discuss the report of the Exploring Challenges discussion group.

· Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.

· Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Mary Reichenbach.

· Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.

Sunday, March 15, 2020, 10:20 AM – Time for Meditation and Refection in the Sanctuary. Music by Margaret Athey.

Sunday, March 15, 2020, 10:30 AM – Arlene Leonard will speak on the theme “Is the Lord Among Us?” with Karen Birkby servingas worship planner andaspresider. The Mission Bells will provide the ministry of music and Steve Hedrick will provide the PowerPoint.

WORSHIP AND SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

08 March 2020 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20200308-JBacon.mp3

01 March 2020 message by Steve Holben, filename 20200301-SHolben.mp3

23 February 2020 message by John O’Neal, filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3

16 February 2020 message by Karen Birkby, filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

Please remember John and Eloise Snider in your prayers this week.

OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE VIA EMAIL

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

Please take note:

Sunday March 8th, portraits to be used for the new church directory will be taken. Please wear your best frocks (or whatever you want to be photographed in) to church on Sunday. Portraits will be taken during and after the luncheon.

Mission Road Community of Christ

MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

REMEMBER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS?

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at 2:00 A.M. So, on Saturday night, set your clocks forward one hour (i.e., losing one hour) to “spring ahead” (2:00 AM will become the new 3:00 AM)

Otherwise, when you show up late to church – we’ll know who missed reading the announcement in this newsletter.

PERSONAL HYGIENE DONATIONS NEEDED FOR CENTER OF HOPE

While the Central Avenue Center for Hope (CACH) continues to need food pantry donations, an often-overlooked area of need is for personal hygiene items. For the month of March, we’re encouraging you to bring at least one item each Sunday that meets the personal grooming needs of the Center’s clients.

Typical examples of very helpful items include hand soaps, shampoo, deodorants, diapers, feminine hygiene products, toilet paper, shaving cream, razors, toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Just think about what you use each day, buy an extra supply and bring to the CACH Pantry at the church. And thanks in advance to Robin Payne for the idea and for everyone who remembers to share a little bit with the Center this month!

SOUP’S ON

Soup, Sandwiches and Salad lunch.

Sunday March 8

After church

Everyone is invited!

Gluten free, vegetarian and hamburger soup.

Please sign up to bring your favorite sandwich, salad and or dessert. The soup will be provided.

LENEXA GUEST MINISTER

Apostle Janné Grover for the Central USA Mission Field will be the guest speaker at Lenexa on March 8th. The worship service starts at 9:15 AM. It is also the first day of Daylight Savings Time so be sure to adjust you clocks so you are not late.

OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE VIA EMAIL

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

On Sunday March 8, 2020 the Exploring Challenges discussion group will provide a document summarizing their discussions over the past few weeks. Be sure to get your copy and review over the next week.

The Congregation will meet Sunday morning March 15, 2020 at 9:00 AM in the Church Sanctuary to review the proposals of the discussion group. Ideas from the congregation can also be presented at this time. The goal is to provide ideas to meet the challenges before us.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL PLANS

On Sunday, March 8, 2020, at 9:15 AM, the Adult Sunday school class will begin studying “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi” by Amy-Jill Levine. Dennis Wood will lead the class discussion of the “Introduction.”

If you wish to purchase a copy of the text ($13) please contact Jonathan Bacon by phone or email ASAP. The text is optional but will provide a great deal of insight and information that cannot be covered in the weekly Sunday school class. For those who have ordered a copy by March 3rd, the books will be available on the 8th.

If you purchase a book, please add the $13 to your offering and indicate it’s for the Sunday School text.

The Adult Sunday School class will join the congregational meeting about Exploring Challenges on March 15 and then resume regular class meetings on March 22.

SPRING QUARTERLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

The Quarterly Worship Schedule for March, April, and May is now available on our Member’s Only Facebook page and can be downloaded at https://bit.ly/32G2Obo.

A hard copy has also been printed and is available in the Narthex on the small table next to the podium where the bulletins are located.

THE NONVIOLENT PATH AS ILLUMINATED BY JESUS

(Assembly and Worship at the Temple)

2 pm Sunday, March 8, 2020

Resolved, that over the next three years Community of Christ members and leaders discuss the role nonviolence plays in the pursuit of “peace on and for the Earth’” (D&C 165:1d) and in the life and mission of the church.

In response to this 2019 World Conference resolution and in the spirit of reverence and mutual regard, the Justice and Peace Action Team of Central and Midlands MCs will host a worship service and dialogue featuring John Dear, an internationally recognized voice and leader for peace and nonviolence.

ALL GOOD BOOKS MARCH MEETING

“Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman will be the topic of discussion on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at 7 PM in the Church Library (Community of Christ, Mission Road Congregation).

Please come and join us for the discussion!

MISSION: LEARN 2020 AT THE OLATHE CONGREGATION

March 28, 2020, 9-4pm

Theme: Sacramental Living

Guest Ministry:

Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner,

Apostle Janné Grover and

Field Support Minister Barbara Borkowski

Following a keynote from Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner, we will spend time in worship, set apart the Mission Center Financial Officer Team, share a meal, and have 4 educational breakout sessions. Youth are invited to help serve lunch from 10-2 to earn funds for camp. All who work earn funds.

*Childcare will be available*

Full schedule is available on www.midlandsmc.org

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Shelby, CFO & Recorder Training – Wim van Klinken

Are you a Congregational Recorder or a Congregational Financial Officer and not always sure how to manage Shelby? Come learn from Wim’s expertise!

Youth Worker Registration – Dave Hall

Come learn how best to work with youth and to keep them safe when providing ministry.

Spiritual Formation Companioning Program – Pat Cole

Being present to receive God’s Grace, is the beginning of a transformation to a new life. Spiritual practices teach us better ways to commune with God, through scriptures, meditation and prayer. Spiritual practices help us to see the world and others in a new "light".

Sacraments in worship – Barbara Borkowski

Baptism, Confirmation and Ordination are all Sacraments offered in worship.

Justice and Peace Action – Grace & Stan Troeh

With injustice rampant, we are called to bring change – by voice, by awareness, by presence. We’ll explore the call, ways to connect and be engaged in this aspect of discipleship.

Spiritual Vs Religious – Craig Hidy

Today many people are identifying themselves as spiritual rather than religious. Come learn about this trend, explore the differences and understand this rapid growing faith group.

Community of Christ Sings and Sacramental Living – Presiding Evangelist Jane Gardner

Come explore how Sacramental Living is expressed in our hymnal Community of Christ Sings!

The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper – Apostle Janné Grover

Learn more about guidelines for the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.

ORGAN CONCERT @ THE TEMPLE

Grammy ® nominated organist-in-residence, Jan Kraybill will offer a recital from 2:30 – 3:30 pm Sunday, April 5.

Jan’s very special recital will focus on peacemaking with a nod to the 190th anniversary of the restoration movement in North America.

ADVENTURER’S REUNION @ COLORADO

June 19 – 25

Adults age 19+ are invited to “Reconnect” with friends from many places, coming together to create sacred community at YMCA of the Rockies. This adventure is NOT for the faint of heart. Activities will include strenuous high-altitude hikes, white water rafting, and horseback riding in the Colorado Rockies. Singing, playing, laughing, dialogue, and worship will be some elements of this unique gathering! EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MARCH 31. More information can be found at http://centralmission.org/adventurer/.

TEENS WORKING IN SERVICE TOGETHER (TWIST)

The next TWIST weekend has been set. All Middle School and High School students — mark your calendars!

APR 24 – 26 @ Topeka

Regarding the April TWIST gathering: Attention all 6th – 12th graders!!! Complete the event registration form found online and bring your TWIST shirt if you have one. A $20 donation is suggested. Please RSVP by April 16 to Alan Keehler 816.810.5690 or Kat Hnatyshyn 816.506.6948.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Wednesday, March 4, 2020, 6:30 – 7:30 PM – Saint’s Chorale practice in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 4, 2020, 7:35 PM – Prayer Circle in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 8, 2020, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Arlene Leonard), join us for conversation and fellowship!

Sunday, March 8, 2020

· Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.

· Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Mary Reichenbach.

· Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.

· Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, discussed “Short Stories by Jesus” (by Amy-Jill Levine) taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Marilyn Gairns, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 8, 2020, 10:20 AM – Time for Meditation and Refection in the Sanctuary. Music by Sharon Wood.

Sunday, March 8, 2020, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak on the theme “Be Open to God’s Kingdom” with Jennifer Libeer as worship planner and Brian Libeer aspresider.

Monday, March 9, 2020, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Thursday, March 12, 2020, 7:00 PM – All Good Books group meets to discuss “Eleanor Oliphant Is Generally Fine” by Gail Honeyman in the church Library.

Sunday, March 15, 2020, 9:00 AM – Special Congregational Meeting to discuss the report of the Exploring Challenges discussion group.

WORSHIP AND SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

01 March 2020 message by Steve Holben, filename 20200301-SHolben.mp3

23 February 2020 message by John O’Neal, filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3

16 February 2020 message by Karen Birkby, filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

Please remember John and Eloise Snider in your prayers this week.

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

REMEMBER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS?

Please remember to Spring Forward your clocks on Sunday, March 8, 2020. (2:00 AM will become the new 3:00 AM) Otherwise, when you show up late to church – we’ll know who didn’t read the announcements in this newsletter.

SOUP’S ON

Soup, Sandwiches and Salad lunch.

Sunday March 8

After church

Everyone is invited!

Gluten free, vegetarian and hamburger soup.

Please sign up to bring your favorite sandwich, salad and or dessert. The soup will be provided.

LENEXA GUEST MINISTER

Apostle Janne’ Grover for the Central USA Mission Field will be the guest speaker at Lenexa on March 8th. The worship service starts at 9:15 AM. It is also the first day of Daylight Savings Time so be sure to adjust you clocks so you are not late.

PLEASE NOTE:

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

TIME FOR MEDITATION AND REFLECTION

Each Sunday after the Sunday School Hour, you’re invited to move into the sanctuary starting around 10:20 AM to prepare for the 10:30 AM worship service. Announcements will be given at 10:25 AM. Following the announcements the musicians in our congregation will provide music for your personal mediation and reflection. We hope that this schedule change will allow you to better prepare for the Worship Service. If you wish to visit with your church friends, we invite you to do so in the Fellowship Hall or after the worship service.

READ FOR PEACE READATHON

This fundraiser is for elementary age children.

The event runs from February 2nd to March 1st. All donations need to be turned in by March 15th. Let’s participate as a congregation.

Pledges are a flat rate donation.

All children turning in their pledge sheets will receive a prize! Top prize will be determined by a drawing of all children who turn in donations of $100 or more.

Contact Roxy Kellogg for sign up sheets. 407-256-9652 or email rkellogg49.

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

On March 8th the Exploring Challenges discussion group will provide a document summarizing their discussions over the past few weeks. The Congregation will meet Sunday morning on March 15th at 9:00 AM in the Church Sanctuary to review the proposals of the Discussion Group. Ideas from the congregation can also be presented at this time. The goal is to provide ideas to meet the challenges before us.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL TOPIC

The Adult Sunday school class continues to the study of “The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day,” Volume 2, by Justo L. Gonzales.

On Sunday, March 1, 2020, the discussion of Chapter 38 will be the subject of the class.

SPRING QUARTERLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

The Quarterly Worship Schedule for March, April, and May is now available on our Member’s Only Facebook page to be downloaded.

A hard copy has also been printed and is available in the Narthex on the small table next to the podium where the bulletins are located.

TEENS WORKING IN SERVICE TOGETHER (TWIST)

The next TWIST weekend has been set. All Middle School and High School students — mark your calendars!

APR 24 – 26 @ Topeka

Regarding the April TWIST gathering: Attention all 6th–12th graders!!! Complete the event registration form found online and bring your TWIST shirt if you have one. A $20 donation is suggested. Please RSVP by April 16 to Alan Keehler 816.810.5690 or Kat Hnatyshyn 816.506.6948.

THE NONVIOLENT PATH AS ILLUMINATED BY JESUS

(Assembly and Worship at the Temple)

When? 2 pm Sunday, March 8, 2020

Resolved, that over the next three years Community of Christ members and leaders discuss the role nonviolence plays in the pursuit of “peace on and for the Earth’” (D&C 165:1d) and in the life and mission of the church.

In response to this 2019 World Conference resolution and in the spirit of reverence and mutual regard, the Justice and Peace Action Team of Central and Midlands MCs will host a worship service and dialogue featuring John Dear, an internationally recognized voice and leader for peace and nonviolence.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Sunday, March 1, 2020, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Jonathan Bacon), join us for conversation and fellowship!

Sunday, March 1, 2020

· Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.

· Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Mary Reichenbach.

· Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.

· Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, discusses "The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day Volume 2" by Justo Gonzalez, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Marilyn Gairns, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 1, 2020, 10:30 AM – Clint Reine will speak on the theme “Strength In Vulnerability” with Steve Holben as worship planner andpresider. Robert Sindt will provide the PowerPoint.

WORSHIP and SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

23 February 2020 John O’Neal filename 20200223-JOneal.mp3

16 February 2020 Karen Birkby filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 Jennifer Libeer filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 Kennetha Kuttler filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

26 January 2020 Debbie Rushfelt filename 20200126-DRushfelt.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

Please remember John and Eloise Snider in your prayers this week.

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

SOUPS’S ON

Soup, Sandwiches and Salad lunch.

Sunday March 8

After church

Everyone is invited!

Gluten free, vegetarian and hamburger soup.

Please sign up to bring your favorite sandwich, salad and or dessert. The soup will be provided.

PLEASE NOTE:

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

PASSING OF MARY JO HALLBERG, MARGARET’S SISTER

Mary, whom felt very connected with the Mission road congregation, was a community of Christ lifelong member. As Margaret says, “Mary Jo was a helpful person. She spent many hours working as a nurse for the Red Cross at many disasters where immediate help was needed. She and her husband of 65 years, Chet Hallberg, enjoyed amateur radio, camping, and the outdoors.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in honor of her to the Red Cross at redcross.org.

TIME FOR MEDITATION AND REFLECTION

Each Sunday after the Sunday School Hour, you’re invited to move into the sanctuary starting around 10:20 AM to prepare for the 10:30 AM worship service. Announcements will be given at 10:25 AM. Following the announcements the musicians in our congregation will provide music for your personal mediation and reflection. We hope that this schedule change will allow you to better prepare for the Worship Service. If you wish to visit with your church friends, we invite you to do so in the Fellowship Hall or after the worship service.

READ FOR PEACE READATHON

This fundraiser is for elementary age children.

The event runs from February 2nd to March 1st. All donations need to be turned in by March 15th. Let’s participate as a congregation.

Pledges are a flat rate donation.

All children turning in their pledge sheets will receive a prize! Top prize will be determined by a drawing of all children who turn in donations of $100 or more.

Contact Roxy Kellogg for sign up sheets. 407-256-9652 or email rkellogg49.

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

On March 8th the Exploring Challenges discussion group will provide a document summarizing their discussions over the past few weeks. The Congregation will meet Sunday morning on March 15th at 9:00 AM in the Church Sanctuary to review the proposals of the Discussion Group. Ideas from the congregation can also be presented at this time. The goal is to provide ideas to meet the challenges before us.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL TOPIC

The Adult Sunday school class continues to the study of “The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day,” Volume 2, by Justo L. Gonzales.

On Sunday, February 23, 2020, Jonathan Bacon will lead the discussion of Chapter 37.

SPRING QUARTERLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

The Quarterly Worship Schedule for March, April, and May is now available on our Member’s Only Facebook page to be downloaded.

A hard copy has also been printed and is available in the Narthex on the small table next to the podium where the bulletins are located.

TEENS WORKING IN SERVICE TOGETHER (TWIST)

The next TWIST weekend has been set. All Middle School and High School students — mark your calendars!

APR 24 – 26 @ Topeka

Regarding the April TWIST gathering: Attention all 6th–12th graders!!! Complete the event registration form found online and bring your TWIST shirt if you have one. A $20 donation is suggested. Please RSVP by April 16 to Alan Keehler 816.810.5690 or Kat Hnatyshyn 816.506.6948.

THE NONVIOLENT PATH AS ILLUMINATED BY JESUS

(Assembly and Worship at the Temple)

When? 2 pm Sunday, March 8, 2020

Resolved, that over the next three years Community of Christ members and leaders discuss the role nonviolence plays in the pursuit of “peace on and for the Earth’” (D&C 165:1d) and in the life and mission of the church.

In response to this 2019 World Conference resolution and in the spirit of reverence and mutual regard, the Justice and Peace Action Team of Central and Midlands MCs will host a worship service and dialogue featuring John Dear, an internationally recognized voice and leader for peace and nonviolence.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Sunday, February 23, 2020, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Karen Birkby), join us for conversation and fellowship!

Sunday, February 23, 2020

· Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.

· Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Mary Reichenbach.

· Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.

· Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, discusses "The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day Volume 2" by Justo Gonzalez, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Marilyn Gairns, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood in the Church Library.

Sunday, February 23, 2020, 10:30 AM – John O’Neal will speak on the theme “Transformed” with Debbie Rushfelt as worship planner andRobin Payne presiding. Jane Landrum will provide the ministry of music and Steve Holben will provide the PowerPoint.

WORSHIP and SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

16 February 2020 Karen Birkby filename 20200216-KBirkby.mp3

09 February 2020 Jennifer Libeer filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 Kennetha Kuttler filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

26 January 2020 Debbie Rushfelt filename 20200126-DRushfelt.mp3

19 January 2020 Testimonies by Paul Bennetts and Jane Landrum,

filename 20200119-PBennetts-JLandrum.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.

MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

PLEASE NOTE:

The email address for general church drafts of your Order of Worship and church business (Clint Reine) is mrcoc

The email address for CFO business (Mary Reichenbach) is mrcoccfo

PASSING OF MARY JO HALLBERG, MARGARET’S SISTER

Mary, whom felt very connected with the Mission road congregation, was a community of Christ lifelong member. As Margaret says, “Mary Jo was a helpful person. She spent many hours working as a nurse for the Red Cross at many disasters where immediate help was needed. She and her husband of 65 years, Chet Hallberg, enjoyed amateur radio, camping, and the outdoors.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in honor of her to the Red Cross at redcross.org.

TIME FOR MEDITATION AND REFLECTION

Each Sunday after the Sunday School Hour, you’re invited to move into the sanctuary starting around 10:20 AM to prepare for the 10:30 AM worship service. Announcements will be given at 10:25 AM. Following the announcements the musicians in our congregation will provide music for your personal mediation and reflection. We hope that this schedule change will allow you to better prepare for the Worship Service. If you wish to visit with your church friends, we invite you to do so in the Fellowship Hall or after the worship service.

READ FOR PEACE READATHON

This fundraiser is for elementary age children.

The event runs from February 2nd to March 1st. All donations need to be turned in by March 15th. Let’s participate as a congregation.

Pledges are a flat rate donation.

All children turning in their pledge sheets will receive a prize! Top prize will be determined by a drawing of all children who turn in donations of $100 or more.

Contact Roxy Kellogg for sign up sheets. 407-256-9652 or email rkellogg49.

VALENTINE CARDS

Thanks to all who brought valentine cards and candy to celebrate with the children.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL TOPIC

The Adult Sunday school class continues to the study of “The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day,” Volume 2, by Justo L. Gonzales.

On Sunday, February 16, 2020, Jane Landrum will lead the discussion of Chapter 36.

SPRING QUARTERLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

The Quarterly Worship Schedule for March, April, and May is now available on our Member’s Only Facebook page to be downloaded.

A hard copy has also been printed and is available in the Narthex on the small table next to the podium where the bulletins are located.

EXPLORING CHALLENGES DISCUSSION GROUP

The Exploring Challenges discussion group will meet Sunday afternoon February 16th at 4:00 PM in the Church Library.

TEENS WORKING IN SERVICE TOGETHER (TWIST)

The next TWIST weekend has been set. All Middle School and High School students — mark your calendars!

APR 24 – 26 @ Topeka

Regarding the April TWIST gathering: Attention all 6th–12th graders!!! Complete the event registration form found online and bring your TWIST shirt if you have one. A $20 donation is suggested. Please RSVP by April 16 to Alan Keehler 816.810.5690 or Kat Hnatyshyn 816.506.6948.

THE NONVIOLENT PATH AS ILLUMINATED BY JESUS

(Assembly and Worship at the Temple)

When? 2 pm Sunday, March 8, 2020

Resolved, that over the next three years Community of Christ members and leaders discuss the role nonviolence plays in the pursuit of “peace on and for the Earth’” (D&C 165:1d) and in the life and mission of the church.

In response to this 2019 World Conference resolution and in the spirit of reverence and mutual regard, the Justice and Peace Action Team of Central and Midlands MCs will host a worship service and dialogue featuring John Dear, an internationally recognized voice and leader for peace and nonviolence.

2020 REUNIONS

Doniphan June 12–16 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Art Smith. Contact: Josh Huyett, (913) 707–3005

Chihowa July 12–17, 2020 with Guest Minister Apostle Dave Nii. Contact: Sarah Marolf (785) 213–8308

***Please note Doniphan reunion date change***

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Sunday, February 16, 2020, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Marge Trinkl), join us for conversation and fellowship!

Sunday, February 16, 2020

· Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.

· Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Mary Reichenbach.

· Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.

· Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, discusses "The Story of Christianity: The Reformation to the Present Day Volume 2" by Justo Gonzalez, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Marilyn Gairns, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood in the Church Library.

Sunday, February 16, 2020, 10:30 AM – Karen Birkby will speak on the theme “Turn Your Heart Toward God” with Arlene Leonard presiding. Mission Bells will provide the ministry of music and Robert Sindt will provide the PowerPoint.

WORSHIP and SPECIAL MUSIC AT MISSION ROAD

If you are not able to attend the Sunday Worship services at Mission Road, you can listen to our posted podcasts each week. If you miss our worship services and wonderful musical ministry, please join us for the peaceful Spirit of Worship. Links to our weekly podcast are listed below.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Audio recordings of past worship services are available online at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8. This is a short URL for a Google Drive folder with past recordings.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (e.g., 2017, 2018). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

Each audio recording begins with the date of the service (20200224 represents February 24, 2020). The date is followed by a dash and the first initial and last name of the speaker.

NOTE: If you experience problems playing these audio files be sure you’re running the latest version of your browser or try a different browser. In some cases, you may be required to download the audio file before playing it.

The following list includes the most recent audio recordings:

09 February 2020 Jennifer Libeer filename 20200209-JLibeer.mp3

02 February 2020 Kennetha Kuttler filename 20200202-KKuttler.mp3

26 January 2020 Debbie Rushfelt filename 20200126-DRushfelt.mp3

19 January 2020 Testimonies by Paul Bennetts and Jane Landrum,

filename 20200119-PBennetts-JLandrum.mp3

12 January 2020 message by Kirk Barnhard, filename 20200112-KBarnhard.mp3

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITHOUT EMAIL OR FACEBOOK ACCESS?

If you know someone in the congregation that does not have email and does not use Facebook, please let Jonathan Bacon know. We’re trying to be sure everyone in the congregation has access to periodic news updates and information on congregational activities.

FOR FUTURE CHURCH CLOSINGS

In the future, if inclement weather forces the cancellation of church services at Mission Road, we’ll post the closing on our church Facebook page, send a message to the church email list and list the closing on KCTV Channel 5 and KSHB Channel 41.

Be sure to check the TV listings for either "Community of Christ – Mission Road" (KSHB 41) or "Community of Christ – Prairie Village" (KCTV5). The listing will be under one of those two names.

CONCERNING PRAYER REQUESTS

Please know that any member of the congregation can post prayer requests or share information about members and events on the Mission Road Members Only Facebook page. You do not need to send the information for approval to anyone. In fact, doing so may slow down the dissemination of your request. Be sure to include the person needing prayers and what situation has occurred (if you wish to share that information). If your post concerns an event or news item, be sure to include the basics in your posting (such as who, what, where and when).

For prayer requests, if you do not have access to Facebook, then please call Paul Bennetts our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinator.

IMPORTANT CONGREGATIONAL LINKS

The Mission Road Congregation hosts the following social media sites:

Congregational (public) website at www.mission-road.org

Facebook Page (public) at https://www.facebook.com/MissionRoad.CoC

Facebook Group (open only to congregational members) at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MissionRoad/

The link to Mission Road worship service audio recordings at https://bit.ly/2MSgZW8

The All Good Books discussion group website at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/

Visit and "like" each of these sites to keep up-to-date on congregational news.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS EMAIL

If you have news items and calendar additions or changes that need to be included in the congregational news email, please contact Larry Birkby. His email address and phone number are both in the Church Directory.