Mission Road – Community of Christ

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

“MISSION: LEARN” COMING TO MISSION ROAD ON APRIL 29

Mission: Learn, a Midlands Educational Event, will occur on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 AM–4 PM at the Mission Road Community of Christ. Registration is only $10 (with a donation for lunch).

This event aims to build community, learn about mission, and collaborate together as Midlands Mission Center so we can explore new ways to live out Christ’s Mission.

Join us at 9 AM for an Informal Gathering and then at 10 AM for the official start of Mission: Learn. Guest Ministry by Janné Grover & Barb Borkowski.

A few of the Classes: include

• Initial Steps: Leading a Congregation in Mission, A Guide for Pastors – Barbara Borkowski
• How are we living who we are – Don McLaughlin
• Trauma Informed Ministry – Lorna Condit
• Church is for Small People too! – Laura Huyett
• Discover your Spiritual Type – Kris Judd
• Youth Worker Registration

Childcare will be provided and youth who help prepare/serve lunch will earn funds for camp!

INVITATION FROM CHURH WOMEN UNITED

All Mission Road women are invited to the upcoming Church Women United event: “Kindling New Fires of Love” on May 5, 2017 at 9:30 AM. It will be held at Shawnee United Methodist Church. You may speak with Eloise Snider about the event or contact Mid Lawrence at 913-268-7194.

GOFUNDMISSION OPPORTUNITY

From Clint Reine: I just wanted to make everyone aware of an opportunity to help a young adult college student (formerly a very active teenager who went to all our MMC summer camps) from the Highlands Congregation. Nick has helped out with a lot of youth events here at Mission Road. He is studying Religion at Graceland University and was selected by World Service Corps to go help the Community of Christ in England at Dunfield House. He needs to raise funds (through the World Church affiliated "Go Fund Mission" website. If you are able to give any amount of money he would be very appreciative. His parents, by the way, have been Camp Directors for Junior Camp for many, many years and even helped at YouthQuest, which is held in our own building. This is a very active family in our Church, Mission Center, and have been helpful to Mission Road on many occasions. Your donations will therefore help someone who is going to help our church and a person who has helped Mission Road.

You can donate at: https://www.gofundmission.org/projects/wsc-nick/

If you wish to donate by check, please send a check made payable to – Community of Christ – USA Fields; GoFundMission, 1001 W. Walnut, Independence, MO 64050. Please include your e-mail address and identify which project you are wishing to support.

Check out the website for more detailed information about Nick and his World Service Corps project.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This Sunday, the Adult Sunday School class will discussion of Chapter 18 (Contest for the Church’s Future, “Like a Phoenix Rising”) in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Dennis Wood will lead the class discussion.

CAN YOU SPARE A CAN OR BOX OF FOOD?

In February the Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center for Hope. In March we donates 45 lbs. of food. We have a couple weeks left in April. Can you image what we could accomplish if every family brought one box or can of food each Sunday? When you’re shopping this week, remember the Central Avenue Center of Hope food pantry that served 206 households last year!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2017 (a week later than normal) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “The Wright Brothers” by David McCullough. Please plan to join us!

COFFEE TALK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Join the Midlands Mission Center President Team for “Coffee Talk” (Open to all congregations). This is your chance to get together and chat about happenings in the Mission Center, World Church, and in your congregation and life. All are welcome!

9:00 AM Friday, May 12

Mission Road Congregation

7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS

PLEASE REMEMBER: WORSHIP PLANNERS AND PRESIDERS

Remember that the order of worship for the Sunday Bulletin plus announcements are due at least one week prior to the Sunday you are presiding. This deadline is to give pianist, musicians, speakers, and really everyone a minimum amount of time to properly prepare for the service. It is important that these services be sent to all participants the Sunday prior to the Sunday you are planning. The service should also be sent to Clint, for formatting and typing at the same time at the church email address: mrcoc

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, April 24, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal CANCELLED.

Wednesday, April 26, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 26, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, April 30, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debbie Rushfelt.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, April 30, 2017, 10:30 AM – Kirk Barnhard will speak onthe theme "The Lord Is Risen Indeed" with Jack Cave presiding and serving as the worship planner. An Instrumental Ensemble will provide the ministry of music. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Janice Hedrick. Kennetha Kuttler will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

Monday, May 1, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership is working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist is invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early. Registration is now open at https://goo.gl/HiIWai

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

23 April 2017 message by Arlene Leonard. Filename 20170423-ALeonard.mp3

16 April 2017 Easter message by Steve Holben, filename 20170416-Easter;SHolben.mp3, also see text not file 20170416-Easter;SHolben.txt

14 April 2017 Good Friday Service, filename 20170414-Good.Friday.mp3

9 April 2017 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20170409-KKuttler.mp3

2 April 2017 message by Larry Birkby, filename 20170402-LBirkby.mp3

26 March 2017 message by Jerry Rushfelt, filename 20170326-GRushfelt.mp3

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

DO WE STILL NEED A PRINT NEWSLETTER?

Question: With two Facebook pages (one public and one open just to members of the congregation), a website (www.mission-road.org) and a weekly email newsletter to everyone with an email address, does the congregation still need a printed/mailed quarterly newsletter?

As you all know Norman Bernauer was the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we have had no one volunteer to fill this role.

So we (the Pastors) need to hear from you. Let us know if you have an interest in volunteering or let us know if you feel there is/isn’t a need to continue the mailed, printed newsletter.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This Sunday, the Adult Sunday School class will continue discussion of Chapter 17 and 18 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Jonathan Bacon will lead the class discussion.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Avis Garrett-Baptist was admitted to ER early Sunday morning with nausea and vomiting. She has since been moved to the Cardiac Care Unit at Shawnee Mission Hospital. Please remember Avis & Jeremy in your prayer time.

THANK YOU AND A COUPLE OF ITEMS STILL NEEDED!

The family of Andrew Smith (Bernice Smith’s eldest son) would like to thank all those in the congregation who donated clothes and toys for the family to help in their move to this area.

There’s still a need for diapers (size 6 pullups) and wipes plus a small bed for 3-year-old daughter Zendaya. If you can help, please contact Bernice at 913-944-1591.

CAN YOU SPARE A CAN OR BOX OF FOOD?

In February the Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center for Hope. In March we donates 45 lbs. of food. We have a couple weeks left in April. Can you image what we could accomplish if every family brought one box or can of food each Sunday? When you’re shopping this week, remember the Central Avenue Center of Hope food pantry that served 206 households last year!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2017 (a week later than normal) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “The Wright Brothers” by David McCullough. Please plan to join us!

“MISSION: LEARN” COMING TO MISSION ROAD ON APRIL 29

Mission: Learn, a Midlands Educational Event, will occur on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 AM–4 PM at the Mission Road Community of Christ. Registration is only $10 (with a donation for lunch).

This event aims to build community, learn about mission, and collaborate together as Midlands Mission Center so we can explore new ways to live out Christ’s Mission.

Join us at 9 AM for an Informal Gathering and then at 10 AM for the official start of Mission: Learn. Guest Ministry by Janné Grover & Barb Borkowski.

A few of the Classes: include

• Initial Steps: Leading a Congregation in Mission, A Guide for Pastors – Barbara Borkowski
• How are we living who we are – Don McLaughlin
• Trauma Informed Ministry – Lorna Condit
• Church is for Small People too! – Laura Huyett
• Discover your Spiritual Type – Kris Judd
• Youth Worker Registration

Childcare will be provided and youth who help prepare/serve lunch will earn funds for camp!

COFFEE TALK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Join the Midlands Mission Center President Team for “Coffee Talk” (Open to all congregations). This is your chance to get together and chat about happenings in the Mission Center, World Church, and in your congregation and life. All are welcome!

9:00 AM Friday, May 12

Mission Road Congregation

7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS

PLEASE REMEMBER: WORSHIP PLANNERS AND PRESIDERS

Remember that the order of worship for the Sunday Bulletin plus announcements are due at least one week prior to the Sunday you are presiding. This deadline is to give pianist, musicians, speakers, and really everyone a minimum amount of time to properly prepare for the service. It is important that these services be sent to all participants the Sunday prior to the Sunday you are planning. The service should also be sent to Clint, for formatting and typing at the same time at the church email address: mrcoc

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Wednesday, April 19, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 19, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, April 23, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, April 23, 2017, 10:30 AM – Arlene Leonard will speak onthe theme "Peace Be with You" with Margaret Athey presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Corrie Vogel. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Charles Athey. Kennetha Kuttler will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

Monday, April 24, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership is working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist is invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early. Registration is now open at https://goo.gl/HiIWai

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

16 April 2017 Easter message by Steve Holben, filename 20170416-Easter;SHolben.mp3

14 April 2017 Good Friday Service, filename 20170414-Good.Friday.mp3

9 April 2017 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20170409-KKuttler.mp3

2 April 2017 message by Larry Birkby, filename 20170402-LBirkby.mp3

26 March 2017 message by Jerry Rushfelt, filename 20170326-GRushfelt.mp3

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be this Thursday, April 13, 2017 (Thomas Jefferson’s birthday) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “Two If by Sea” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. Please plan to join us!

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Mark your calendar for the Mission Road Good Friday service on Friday, April 14, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Pastor Karen Birkby will preside and the Saints Chorale will provide an evening service of music. Please join us for an evening of fellowship, music and inspiration!

SATURDAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR EASTER DECORATIONS

Volunteers are needed on Saturday morning, April 15 to help decorate and setup for Easter morning. If you’re available, please show-up to help starting at 9:30 AM on Saturday, April 15, 2017. No excuses, your taxes should be finished!

EASTER SUNDAY BREAKFAST POTLUCK AND EASTER EGG HUNT!

Plan now to join your friends at Mission Road for an Easter morning potluck starting at 8:45 AM. Bring your favorite breakfast dish or casserole. If you have any questions, contact Marge Trinkl.

There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt, coordinated by Alisha Morse, for all the children.

There will be no adult class that morning; instead we’ll just enjoy good food and conversation in the Fellowship Hall.

DO WE STILL NEED A PRINT NEWSLETTER?

Question: With two Facebook pages (one public and one open just to members of the congregation), a website (www.mission-road.org) and a weekly email newsletter to everyone with an email address, does the congregation still need a printed/mailed quarterly newsletter?

As you all know Norman Bernauer was the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we have had no one volunteer to fill this role.

So we (the Pastors) need to hear from you. Let us know if you have an interest in volunteering or let us know if you feel there is/isn’t a need to continue the mailed, printed newsletter.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

There will be no Adult Sunday School on Easter Sunday, instead join us for the Easter Breakfast Potluck. On April 23, the Adult class will continue discussion of Chapter 17 and 18 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3.

THANK YOU AND A COUPLE OF ITEMS STILL NEEDED!

The family of Andrew Smith (Bernice Smith’s eldest son) would like to thank all those in the congregation who donated clothes and toys for the family to help in their move to this area.

There’s still a need for diapers (size 6 pullups) and wipes plus a small bed for 3-year-old daughter Zendaya. If you can help, please contact Bernice at 913-944-1591.

CAN YOU SPARE A CAN OR BOX OF FOOD?

Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center in February. Figures for March are not available yet but can you image what we could accomplish in April if every family brought one box or can of food each Sunday? When you’re shopping this week, remember the Central Avenue Center of Hope food pantry that served 206 households last year!

“MISSION: LEARN” COMING TO MISSION ROAD ON APRIL 29

Mission: Learn, a Midlands Educational Event, will occur on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 AM–4 PM at the Mission Road Community of Christ. Registration is only $10 (with a donation for lunch).

This event aims to build community, learn about mission, and collaborate together as Midlands Mission Center so we can explore new ways to live out Christ’s Mission.

Join us at 9 AM for an Informal Gathering and then at 10 AM for the official start of Mission: Learn. Guest Ministry by Janné Grover & Barb Borkowski.

A few of the Classes: include

• Initial Steps: Leading a Congregation in Mission, A Guide for Pastors – Barbara Borkowski
• How are we living who we are – Don McLaughlin
• Trauma Informed Ministry – Lorna Condit
• Church is for Small People too! – Laura Huyett
• Discover your Spiritual Type – Kris Judd
• Youth Worker Registration

Childcare will be provided and youth who help prepare/serve lunch will earn funds for camp!

COFFEE TALK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Join the Midlands Mission Center President Team for “Coffee Talk” (Open to all congregations). This is your chance to get together and chat about happenings in the Mission Center, World Church, and in your congregation and life. All are welcome!

9:00 AM Friday, May 12

Mission Road Congregation

7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS

PLEASE REMEMBER: WORSHIP PLANNERS AND PRESIDERS

Remember that the order of worship for the Sunday Bulletin plus announcements are due at least one week prior to the Sunday you are presiding. This deadline is to give pianist, musicians, speakers, and really everyone a minimum amount of time to properly prepare for the service. It is important that these services be sent to all participants the Sunday prior to the Sunday you are planning. The service should also be sent to Clint, for formatting and typing at the same time at the church email address: mrcoc

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, April 10, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 12, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 12, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Thursday, April 13, 2017, 7:00 PM – All Good Books discussion group meets in the Church Library.

Friday, April 14, 2017, 7:00 PM – Good Friday Service.

Saturday, April 15, 2017, 9:30 AM – Volunteers needed to help with Easter decorations.

Sunday, April 16, 2017, 8:45 AM – Easter Potluck Breakfast (organized by Marge Trinkl), join us for conversation and fellowship. No Sunday School classes but breakfast will be followed by an Easter Egg Hunt for the children.

Sunday, April 16, 2017, 10:30 AM – Steve Holben will speak onthe theme "Jesus Lives Again" with Jonathan Bacon presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Mission Bells and Saints Chorale. Robert Sindt will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership is working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist is invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early. Registration is now open at https://goo.gl/HiIWai

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

9 April 2017 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20170409-KKuttler.mp3

2 April 2017 message by Larry Birkby, filename 20170402-LBirkby.mp3

26 March 2017 message by Jerry Rushfelt, filename 20170326-GRushfelt.mp3

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Mark your calendar for the Mission Road Good Friday service on Friday, April 14, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Pastor Karen Birkby will preside and the Saints Chorale will provide an evening service of music. Please join us for an evening of fellowship, music and inspiration!

EASTER BREAKFAST POTLUCK AND EASTER EGG HUNT!

Plan now to join your friends at Mission Road for an Easter morning potluck starting at 8:45 AM. Bring your favorite breakfast dish or casserole. If you have any questions, contact Marge Trinkl.

There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt, coordinated by Alisha Morse, for all the children.

There will be no adult class that morning; instead we’ll just enjoy good food and conversation

EASTER DECORATION VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Volunteers are needed on Saturday morning, April 15 to help decorate and setup for Easter morning. If you’re available, please sign-up to help starting at 9:30 AM on Saturday, April 15, 2017. No excuses, your taxes should be finished!

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, April 9, 2017, the Adult Sunday School class will continue discussion of Chapter 17 starting on page 438 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Be sure to also read Chapter 18 as we hope to discuss that chapter. Jonathan Bacon will lead the discussion in the Church Library!

We’ll also have a special guest (Margaret Athey) who will talk about some of the opposition to priesthood calls for women in the mid-1980s.

ASSISTANCE NEEDED!

The family of Andrew Smith (Bernice Smith’s eldest son) has moved to this area. The family includes Roxanne Pela, the mother of Zendaya (3-year-old girl) and Andre (one-year-old boy). They are in need clothing (size small girl’s 5t tops, pants size 5t, shoes 10c and boy’s size 6 for diapers, top size small 2t, pants size 2t and shoes 7c), used toys (they have no toys at all), bedding and food to get them established here. If you can assist in any way, please contact Bernice at 913-944-1591.

CAN YOU SPARE A CAN OR BOX OF FOOD?

Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center in February. Figures for March are not available yet but can you image what we could accomplish in April if every family brought one box or can of food each Sunday? When you’re shopping this week, remember the Central Avenue Center of Hope food pantry that served 206 households last year!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, April 13, 2017 (Thomas Jefferson’s birthday) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “Two If by Sea” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. Please plan to join us!

“MISSION: LEARN” COMING TO MISSION ROAD ON APRIL 29

Mission: Learn, a Midlands Educational Event, will occur on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 AM–4 PM at the Mission Road Community of Christ. Registration is only $10 (with a donation for lunch).

This event aims to build community, learn about mission, and collaborate together as Midlands Mission Center so we can explore new ways to live out Christ’s Mission.

Join us at 9 AM for an Informal Gathering and then at 10 AM for the official start of Mission: Learn. Guest Ministry by Janné Grover & Barb Borkowski.

A few of the Classes: include

• Initial Steps: Leading a Congregation in Mission, A Guide for Pastors – Barbara Borkowski
• How are we living who we are – Don McLaughlin
• Trauma Informed Ministry – Lorna Condit
• Church is for Small People too! – Laura Huyett
• Discover your Spiritual Type – Kris Judd
• Youth Worker Registration

Childcare will be provided and youth who help prepare/serve lunch will earn funds for camp!

COFFEE TALK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Join the Midlands Mission Center President Team for “Coffee Talk” (Open to all congregations). This is your chance to get together and chat about happenings in the Mission Center, World Church, and in your congregation and life. All are welcome!

9:00 AM Friday, April 7

Topeka Congregation

5252 SW 19th St., Topeka, KS

9:00 AM Friday, May 12

Mission Road Congregation

7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS

PLEASE REMEMBER: WORSHIP PLANNERS AND PRESIDERS

Remember that the order of worship for the Sunday Bulletin plus announcements are due at least one week prior to the Sunday you are presiding. This deadline is to give pianist, musicians, speakers, and really everyone a minimum amount of time to properly prepare for the service. It is important that these services be sent to all participants the Sunday prior to the Sunday you are planning. The service should also be sent to Clint, for formatting and typing at the same time at the church email address: mrcoc

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, April 10, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 5, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 5, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, April 9, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Debbie Rushfelt), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, April 9, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, April 9, 2017, 10:30 AM – Kennetha Kuttler will speak onthe theme "Hosanna to the Son of David" with Paul Bennetts presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Janice Hedrick. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Instrumental Ensemble. Steve Hedrick will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership is working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist is invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in volunteering please contact one of the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills, let the pastors know.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early. Registration is now open at https://goo.gl/HiIWai

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

2 April 2017 message by Larry Birkby, filename 20170402-LBirkby.mp3

26 March 2017 message by Jerry Rushfelt, filename 20170326-GRushfelt.mp3

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

“MISSION: LEARN” COMING TO MISSION ROAD ON APRIL 29

Mission: Learn, a Midlands Educational Event, will occur on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 AM–4 PM at the Mission Road Community of Christ. Registration is only $10 (with a donation for lunch).

This event aims to build community, learn about mission, and collaborate together as Midlands Mission Center so we can explore new ways to live out Christ’s Mission.

Join us at 9 AM for an Informal Gathering and then at 10 AM for the official start of Mission: Learn. Guest Ministry by Janné Grover & Barb Borkowski.

A few of the Classes: include

• Initial Steps: Leading a Congregation in Mission, A Guide for Pastors – Barbara Borkowski
• How are we living who we are – Don Mclaughlin
• Trauma Informed Ministry – Lorna Condit
• Church is for Small People too! – Laura Huyett
• Discover your Spiritual Type – Kris Judd
• Youth Worker Registration

Childcare will be provided and youth who help prepare/serve lunch will earn funds for camp!

COFFEE TALK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Join the Midlands Mission Center President Team for “Coffee Talk” (Open to all congregations). This is your chance to get together and chat about happenings in the Mission Center, World Church, and in your congregation and life. All are welcome!

9:00 AM Friday, April 7

Topeka Congregation

5252 SW 19th St. Topeka KS

9:00 AM Friday, May 12

Mission Road Congregation

7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, April 2, 2017, the Adult Sunday School class will continue discussion of Chapter 16 starting on page 407 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Be sure to read Chapter 17 too as we hope to begin discussing that chapter. Paul Bennetts will lead the discussion in the Church Library!

CAN YOU SPARE A CAN OR BOX OF FOOD?

Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center in February. Figures for March are not available yet but can you image what we could accomplish in April if every family brought one box or can of food each Sunday? When you’re shopping this week, remember the Central Avenue Center of Hope food pantry that served 206 households last year!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, April 13, 2017 (Thomas Jefferson’s birthday) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “Two If By Sea” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. Plan to join us next month.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, March 27, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, April 2, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Jonathan Bacon), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, April 2, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, April 2, 2017, 10:30 AM – Ron Millard will speak onthe theme "I Am the Resurrection and the Life" with Karen Birkby presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Margaret Athey. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Jennifer Libeer. Jonathan Bacon will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership are working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist are invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in volunteering please contact one of the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills, let the pastors know.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early. Registration is now open at https://goo.gl/HiIWai

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

26 March 2017 message by Jerry Rushfelt, filename 20170326-GRushfelt.mp3

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, March 26, 2017, the Adult Sunday School class will continue discussion of Chapter 16 and proceed on to Chapter 17 (starting on page 393 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3). Jane Landrum will lead the discussion in the Church Library!

FOOD PANTRY NEEDS

Mission Road Congregation donated 70 lbs. of food to the Center in February. Can we beat that in March?

The Central Avenue Center of Hope is in need of the following food items. Are you able to help? Spinach, Canned Chicken, Spaghetti Sauce, Beef Stew, Vegetable Soups, Rice, Rice side dishes, Pasta side dishes, Stuffing mix, Jelly, Juices, and Plain Oatmeal.

Are you aware that the Center provided 12,828 kitchen meals last year? Did you know that the Pantry served 206 households last year or that school supplies were provided for 80 children? Also last year, volunteers from our congregation began serving a meal a month at the Center? Additionally, the Feed the Elderly program served 196 individuals!

There is a great need and maybe it’s time for each family in Mission Road to start bringing one food item each week for the Food Pantry. Can you imagine the impact it would have if each of us brought even one can of fruit or vegetables or a box of cereal or other staples each Sunday for the Food Pantry? And don’t forget that the Center runs a Thrift Shop too, so your still usable clothing, shoes, and household items can be donated!

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership are working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, April 13, 2017 (Thomas Jefferson’s birthday) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “Two If By Sea” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. Plan to join us next month.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Wednesday, March 22, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 22, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, March 26, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Eloise Snider and Bob Andes), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, March 26, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 26, 2017, 10:30 AM – Jerry Rushfelt will speak onthe theme "I Was Blind and Now I See" with Robin Payne presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Dorothy May. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Susan and Merrill Clark. Jason Scott will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

Monday, March 27, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist are invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in volunteering please contact one of the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills, let the pastors know.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early.

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

19 March 2017 message by Jonathan Bacon, filename 20170319-JBacon.mp3

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

26 February 2017 message by John Wight, filename: 20170226-JWight.mp3

26 February 2017 Norman Bernauer Memorial Service, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.mp3 this version is too large to play online but can be downloaded and played. A second version is playable online but with lower quality audio, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.32.mp3

19 February 2017 message by Clint Reine, filename: 20170219-CReine.mp3

12 February 2017 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename: 20170212-JLibeer.mp3

5 February 2017 message by Jack Cave, filename: 20170205-JCave.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

FOOD PANTRY NEEDS

The Central Avenue Center of Hope is in need of the following food items. Are you able to help? Spinach, Canned Chicken, Spaghetti Sauce, Beef Stew, Vegetable Soups, Rice, Rice side dishes, Pasta side dishes, Stuffing mix, Jelly, Juices, Plain Oatmeal.

Are you aware that the Center provided 12,828 kitchen meals last year? Did you know that the Pantry served 206 households last year or that school supplies were provided for 80 children? Also last year, volunteers from our congregation began serving a meal a month at the Center? Additionally, the Feed the Elderly program served 196 individuals!

There is a great need and maybe it’s time for each family in Mission Road to start bringing one food item each week for the Food Pantry. Can you imagine the impact it would have if each of us brought even one can of fruit or vegetables or a box of cereal or other staples each Sunday for the Food Pantry? And don’t forget that the Center runs a Thrift Shop too, so your still usable clothing, shoes, and household items can be donated!

NEXT MEETING OF THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, April 13, 2017 (Thomas Jefferson’s birthday) at 7 PM in the Church Library. The group will discuss “Two If By Sea” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. Plan to join us next month.

2017 SPRING WORSHIP AND SERVICE SCHEDULE

The Spring Worship and Service Schedule was included in the Sunday bulletin on February 12th. Please check your calendar for when you are scheduled to serve. If you did not get a copy there are extra copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, March 13, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 15, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 15, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, March 19, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Cheryl Kennedy), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, March 19, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 19, 2017, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak onthe theme "Come, Drink Living Water" with Kirk Barnhard presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Margaret Athey. The ministry of music will be provided bythe Mission Bells. Steve Holben will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, March 19, 2017, the Adult Sunday School class will resume discussion of Chapter 15 starting on page 378 in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Time should permit discussion of Chapter 16, too. Join Jane Landrum as she leads discussion in the Church Library!

ART CLASSES WITH AVIS GARRETT-BAPTIST

Avis will be hosting art classes starting on the last Sunday in April (the 30th) beginning at 6 PM. The location is her studio, Art by Avis and Others, in downtown Overland Park (8012 Santa Fe Dr.). Everyone, from beginners with no art experience to expert artist are invited! Specific classes will be scheduled by the group at the first meeting; to be held perhaps on a monthly basis based on interest! Come and join the fun!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in volunteering please contact one of the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills, let the pastors know.

CHURCH HERITAGE DAY EVENT IN THE WORKS

Our congregation’s leadership are working on scheduling a Storytellers event with Barbara Walden; tentatively scheduled at 7 PM on Sunday evening September 17, 2017. Mark your calendar!

DEADINE APPROACHING: 2017 DIRECTORY CHANGES NEEDED!

Please email ( mrcoc ) or provide Clint with a written update to any addresses or name changes for the congregational directory or newsletter mailing list. Certain college students and a few others have moved since October/November of last year and we are getting a number of newsletters returned for incorrect address information. Shortly, there will be a final proof copy of the directory made available in the fellowship hall for you to have one final check. NOW is the time to send Clint any new information that has obviously changed.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early.

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

12 March 2017 message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20170312-ABaptist.mp3

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

26 February 2017 message by John Wight, filename: 20170226-JWight.mp3

26 February 2017 Norman Bernauer Memorial Service, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.mp3 This version is too large to play online but can be downloaded and played. A second version is playable online but with lower quality audio, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.32.mp3

19 February 2017 message by Clint Reine, filename: 20170219-CReine.mp3

12 February 2017 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename: 20170212-JLibeer.mp3

5 February 2017 message by Jack Cave, filename: 20170205-JCave.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

THANKS TO THE CONGREGATION

Norman Bernauer’s family wishes to express their appreciation to the Mission Road Community of Christ congregation for the love and support at the celebration of life Sunday, and for your involvement in his life over the years. Thank you!

THE ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP TO MEET THIS WEEK

The All Good Books discussion group will meet Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 7 PM at the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS to discuss The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. Possible discussion questions will be posted soon on the website at allbooksclub.wordpress.com. Come join us.

2017 SPRING WORSHIP AND SERVICE SCHEDULE

The Spring Worship and Service Schedule was included in the Sunday bulletin on February 12th. Please check your calendar for when you are scheduled to serve. If you did not get a copy there are extra copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall.

MARY REICHENBACH

Many have been wondering how Mary is doing after her surgery. Her surgery was a week ago Tuesday. She is now home from Brookdale, Overland Park. Her hip is doing well but she had some additional leg surgery that requires some therapy. We won’t be able to see Mary at church for at least a couple more weeks of therapy at home. Her husband Jim said visitors are welcome. Please keep her in your prayers.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Wednesday, March 8, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 8, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Thursday, March 9, 2017, 7:00 PM – All Good books discussion group meets in the Church Library to discuss Kristen Hannah’s “The Nightingale.”

Sunday, March 12, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Nancy and Mike Windes), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, March 12, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• 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 Journey of a People,” Volume 3, taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 12, 2017, 10:30 AM – Avis Garrett Baptist will speak onthe theme "Be Born of Water and Spirit" with Linda Dayton presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Charles Athey. The ministry of music will be provided by the Saints Chorale. Robert Sindt will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

Monday, March 13, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, March 12, 2017, the Adult Sunday School class will resume discussion of the position paper on “The Gospel” led by Jane Landrum and then turn to “Facing The Challenges of the Times” (a section in Chapter 15, page 361) in Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3, led by Dennis Wood. Join the class in the Church Library!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in volunteering please contact one of the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills, let the pastors know.

DEADINE APPROACHING: 2017 DIRECTORY CHANGES NEEDED!

Please email ( mrcoc ) or provide Clint with a written update to any addresses or name changes for the congregational directory or newsletter mailing list. Certain college students and a few others have moved since October/November of last year and we are getting a number of newsletters returned for incorrect address information. Shortly, there will be a final proof copy of the directory made available in the fellowship hall for you to have one final check. NOW is the time to send Clint any new information that has obviously changed.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early.

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

5 March 2017 message by Dorothy May, file name: 20170305-DMay.mp3

26 February 2017 message by John Wight, filename: 20170226-JWight.mp3

26 February 2017 Norman Bernauer Memorial Service, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.mp3 This version is too large to play online but can be downloaded and played. A second version is playable online but with lower quality audio, filename: 20170226-NBernauer.Memorial.32.mp3

19 February 2017 message by Clint Reine, filename: 20170219-CReine.mp3

12 February 2017 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename: 20170212-JLibeer.mp3

5 February 2017 message by Jack Cave, filename: 20170205-JCave.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

CAMP COURAGE SILENT AUCTION AND DINNER

Camp Courage is a 4-day/3-night, all-inclusive summer camping program for
adults with special needs, including Down syndrome, birth defects, cognitive
delays and high functioning Autism.

This coming Saturday, March 4, 2017 Mission Road Congregation will be the site of the Camp Courage Silent Auction and Dinner from 6-8 PM. There is no admission price but your donation will be accepted to benefit the camp. RSVP is required and you can do so by going to the camp’s website at http://www.campcouragemo.org/

In addition, Cheryl Kennedy is raising funds to fully fund four campers. The cost is $180 per camper so Cheryl is looking for donations to raise the $720 for her campers. Please contact Cheryl if you can help.

WOMEN’S RETREAT MARCH 3-5, 2017 AT CAMP DONIPHAN

Cost: $98 with guest minister Kris Judd, Staff Pastor for Community of Christ Headquarters. Share the theme of "Love, Joy, and Song". Check www.midlandsmc.org for more information and a registration form for the Women’s Retreat.

2017 SPRING WORSHIP AND SERVICE SCHEDULE

The Spring Worship and Service Schedule was included in the Sunday bulletin on February 12th. Please check your calendar for when you are scheduled to serve. If you did not get a copy there are extra copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall.

MARY REICHENBACH

Many have been wondering how Mary is doing after her surgery. Her surgery was last Tuesday and she was transferred to Brookdale Overland Park (12000 Lamar Ave) on Friday. Her hip is doing well but she had some additional leg surgery and needs some therapy. She is expected to be in Brookdale at least until this Friday. She has therapy in the morning and in the afternoon. Her husband Jim said visitors are welcome. Please keep her in your prayers and stop in to see her.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Monday, February 27, 2017, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 29, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 29, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, March 5, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Karen Birkby and Mindy Haase), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, March 5, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10-15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, former Church Historian, Mark Scherer with be our guest to host a Q&A about his book "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Join the class in the Church Library.

Sunday, March 5, 2017, 10:30 AM – Dorothy May will speak onthe theme "Into the Wilderness" with Kennetha Kuttler presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Janice Hedrick. The ministry of music will be provided by Brad Athey. Brian Libeer will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

This coming Sunday, March 5, 2017, the adult Sunday school class will resume when former Church Historian, Mark Scherer with be our guest to host a Q&A about his book "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Join the class in the Church Library. Bring your questions about church history!

NEWSLETTER EDITOR NEEDED

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in serving in this role please contact the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills let the pastors know.

DEADINE APPROACHING: 2017 DIRECTORY CHANGES NEEDED!

Please email ( mrcoc ) or provide Clint with a written update to any addresses or name changes for the congregational directory or newsletter mailing list. Certain college students and a few others have moved since October/November of last year and we are getting a number of newsletters returned for incorrect address information. Shortly, there will be a final proof copy of the directory made available in the fellowship hall for you to have one final check. NOW is the time to send Clint any new information that has obviously changed.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early.

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

19 February 2017 message by Clint Reine, filename: 20170219-CReine.mp3

12 February 2017 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename: 20170212-JLibeer.mp3

5 February 2017 message by Jack Cave, filename: 20170205-JCave.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS AND PROJECTS

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2017 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

The schedule has been posted for the Summer Camping Program. Check the dates for Youth Camps and Family Reunions and get registered early.

Sr. High Camp: June 11 – 16

Middle School Camp: June 18 – 23

Doniphan Reunion: June 25 – 30

Youth Quest KC: July 6 – 8

Chihowa Reunion: July 9 – 14

SPEC: July 22 – 29

MITIOG: July 23 – 28

Junior Camp: July 30 – Aug 3

Women’s Retreat March 3-5, 2017 at Camp Doniphan

Cost: $98 with guest minister Kris Judd, Staff Pastor for Community of Christ Headquarters. Share the theme of "Love, Joy, and Song". Check www.midlandsmc.org for more information and a registration form for the Women’s Retreat.

2017 SPRING WORSHIP AND SERVICE SCHEDULE

The Spring Worship and Service Schedule was included in the Sunday bulletin on February 12th. Please check your calendar for when you are scheduled to serve. If you did not get a copy there are extra copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall.

MISSION ROAD CALENDAR

Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 7:45 PM – Prayer Circle meets at the church.

Sunday, February 26, 2017, 8:45 AM – Breakfast (provided by Jeanette Caldeira & Jack Cave), join us for conversation and fellowship.

PRIESTHOOD MEETING

Sunday, February 26, 2017, 9:15 AM – Priesthood meeting lead by Steve Holben in the Library. Everyone is invited there will not be an adult Sunday school class.

Sunday, February 26, 2017 – Sunday School Classes

• Nursery available – 9:15-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal Class begins – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Debby Rushfelt
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Teen’s Sunday School class – 9:15-10-15 AM, taught by Clint Reine.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:15-10:15 AM, will be postponed because of the Priesthood meeting until next Sunday March 5th; when former Church Historian, Mark Scherer with be our guest to host a Q&A about his book "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Join the class in the Church Library

Sunday, February 26, 2017, 10:30 AM – Senior President of Seventy, John Wight will be our guest speakerand will speak onthe theme "Listen to Him!" with Karen Birkby presiding and serving as the worship planner. The song leader for learning a new hymn in the “Community of Christ Sings” will be Margaret Athey. The ministry of music will be provided by Susan & Merrill Clark. Robert Sindt will provide the PowerPoint slideshow.

POTLUCK DINNER

A Potluck Dinner will be held on Sunday February 26, 2017 after the 10:30 Worship Service with Senior President of Seventy, John Wight as guest speaker. Be sure to sign up for what dish you plan to provide on the sign-up sheet on the Narthex bulletin board.

Norman Bernauer Celebration of Life Service

The Mission Road Congregation will be hosting a Celebration of Life Service in memory of Norman Bernauer with his family on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 3:00 PM. Please come to support Barbara and her family as we celebrate the life of Norman together.

BULLETIN BOARD

The bulletin board includes a thank you note from Barbara Bernauer for the support the congregation gave to Norman and her in Norman’s final days. A Celebration of Life Service to honor Norman will be held at Mission Road at 3PM on Sunday afternoon February 26, 2017.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS DISCUSSES CHURCH HISTORY

• On Sunday, March 5, 2017, the adult Sunday school class will resume when former Church Historian, Mark Scherer with be our guest to host a Q&A about his book "The Journey of a People”, Volume 3. Join the class in the Church Library

CONGREGATIONAL NEWSLETTER

As you all know Norman Bernauer has been the editor of the quarterly newsletter that gets mailed out to the Mission Road membership. With Norman’s passing we need someone to step into this role. If you have an interest in serving in this role please contact the pastors. Or if you know of someone with editing skills let the pastors know.

HMA’S PROFESSIONAL NURSE SAIRA GIRON IN GUATEMALA WITH TEAM

Greetings on a beautiful day in February,

The Team from HMA and Oak Grove Missouri CofC congregation are back safely from our travels and work in Guatemala. Saira, HMA’s professional nurse from Honduras was able to come to Guatemala to assist with medical needs and to develop relationships with the team and the Guatemala HMA members and staff. I reminded the Team that for each person that travels out of the country- there are as many as 100 people who make it possible between donations, supplies, and prayers.

We had a wonderful week of building a structure that will be used for health clinics and community meetings. The nurses of our group along with Doctora Garcia ran a health clinic for the community. We saw 52 patients at this first community health clinic in Panatzan. The following day the nurses evaluated all 76 students at the school, taught and observed each one brushing their teeth, and applied fluoride treatment. We also had a Physical Therapist who checked for scoliosis, limb strength, gaits, and joint mobility at the clinics.

Saira noted that the poverty level of this village was similar to her villages in Honduras. She expressed that she saw many things that gave her ideas of how to provide better care to her patients in Honduras. She had never been to Guatemala and I doubt she had ever taken a vacation. The final afternoon Saira was excited to be able to do a little bit of shopping when we returned to Antigua. She was picked up by the shuttle service at 3am the next morning for the 3 bus changes and 15 hour ride back to her home. (It only took us 5 hours of air time.)

My husband, Gary, leaves for Honduras on Saturday with Dr. Mike Duke, a translator, and 3 sonographers to work with Saira in her rural villages and with the education program, Friends of Education, Honduras. Please add a little prayer for them next week!

Next month, when I report, I’ll have an update about their trip. Until then…..

Paula Rummel, RN, B.A.

HMA International Committee Chair

HMA Board of Directors

DEADINE APPROACHING: 2017 DIRECTORY CHANGES NEEDED!

Please email ( mrcoc ) or provide Clint with a written update to any addresses or name changes for the congregational directory or newsletter mailing list. Certain college students and a few others have moved since October/November of last year and we are getting a number of newsletters returned for incorrect address information. Shortly, there will be a final proof copy of the directory made available in the fellowship hall for you to have one final check. NOW is the time to send Clint any new information that has obviously changed.

MISSED LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE?

Would you like to hear the message from last Sunday or a Sunday service from 3 years ago? Audio recordings of many of the last several years’ worth of worship services are available online at https://goo.gl/wREl03. Note this is a new shortened URL that will take you to a Google Drive with many of the recordings from the past.

Recordings are located in folders corresponding to the year (2015, 2016, and so on).

If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the date of the service.

The first 4 digits represent the year; the next two digits indicate the month and last two digits represent the day of the month.

In most cases, the date is followed by a dash and then the first initial and last name of the speaker. Enjoy!

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 some recent audio recordings:

19 February 2017 message by Clint Reine, filename: 20170219-CReine.mp3

12 February 2017 message by Jennifer Libeer, filename: 20170212-JLibeer.mp3

5 February 2017 message by Jack Cave, filename: 20170205-JCave.mp3

29 January 2017 message by Kat Hnatyshyn, filename 20170129-KHnatyshyn.mp3

22 January 2017 message by Arlene Leonard, filename 20170122-ALeonard.mp3

8 January 2017 message by John O’Neal and Pennie Bunkers Ordination, filename 20170108-JONeal;PBunkers.ordination.mp3

1 January 2017 message by Kennetha Kuttler, filename 20101017-KKuttler.mp3

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 or John Trinkl Sr., our Congregational Pastoral Care Coordinators.

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 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.