Mission Road – Community of Christ

EASTER WEEK SERVICES APPROACHING

Mark your calendar now to include a Good Friday Worship Service at 7:00 PM on Friday, March 25, 2016. The service is being planned by Jane Landrum and Jack Cave. Then on Easter Sunday morning (March 27), join us for the annual Mission Road Easter Potluck starting at 8:45 AM. Bring your favorite breakfast dish to share. There will be no Sunday school classes that morning but the children are invited to an Easter Egg Hunt and the adults are invited to enjoy conversation and fellowship. The morning worship service, with Jerry Rushfelt providing the message, will commence at 10:30 AM.

NEW ADULT CLASS TO FOCUS ON WORDS OF COUNSEL

On Sunday, April 10, 2016, the Adult Class will begin discussing the Words of Counsel offered by Prophet-President Veazey at the 2013 World Conference. Following the curriculum offered by the World Church, the schedule for the class follows.

Sunday, April 10, 2016 – Session One: Foundations for Discernment

Sunday, April 17, 2016 – Session Two: A Divine Vision

Sunday, April 24, 2016 – Session Three: Let Nothing Separate You

Sunday, May 1, 2016 – Session Four: Continue to Align

Sunday, May 8, 2016 – Session Five: Free the Full Capacity

Sunday, May 15, 2016 – Session Six: Oneness and Equality in Christ

Sunday, May 22, 2016 – Session Seven: Behavior that Wounds

Sunday, May 29, 2016 – Session Eight: Wonderful Complexity

Sunday, June 5, 2016 (World Conference)

Sunday, June 12, 2016 – Session Nine: Unity in Diversity

Sunday, June 19, 2016 – Session Ten: God Calls

Sunday, June 26, 2016 – Session Eleven: Spiritually Forming Communities

Sunday, July 3, 2016 – Session Twelve: This Burden and Blessing

Sunday, July 10, 2016 – Session Thirteen: Trust in this Promise

Depending on class discussion, we may move through topics more quickly than listed; in order to complete the study before World Conference, but that will be contingent on class discussion.

There will be no text for the class; the instructors will share handouts each week as needed. Jonathan Bacon will lead the first session.

WORLD CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS OPEN

World Conference 2016, with the theme “One in Christ,” runs from June 3-11, 2016. Registration is now open at www.cofchrist.org/2016-world-conference. Registration fees are listed on the website (see the Register tab).

DISCUSSION OF MARCH ALL GOOD BOOKS SELECTION CONTINUES IN APRIL

We just scratched the surface in our discussion last week of Fredrik Backman’s “My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She’s Sorry,” so the All Good Books club is carrying the discussion over to next month’s meeting; to be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7 PM. If you haven’t read the book yet, here’s your second chance.

Be sure to visit the website for possible discussion questions at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/2016/03/09/why-my-grandmother-asked-me-to-tell-you-shes-sorry/

CONTINUED NEED FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES!

The second semester of school is well underway, but that doesn’t diminish the need of many disadvantaged students for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. There is no end date on this request. The Central Avenue Center of Hope can use your donations of school supplies anytime during the year. The need is always greater than the supply. Next time you are shopping, why not buy an extra notebook or package of pencils, erasers, or any school supply and bring to church.

CAMP COURAGE

Cheryl Kennedy is pleased to report that silent auction raise $2600.00 and the funds were raised for the five camperships she wanted to sponsor. There are several more camperships that need to be funded. If you are able to help please contact Cheryl.

GOOD NEWS

Steve Holben, Jackson Tijerina’s grandfather, reports that at a 50 year anniversary celebration for The Riverside Congregation in Council Bluffs last weekend, Jackson was running and playing with the other kids in the church yard. Jackson you remember is Steve & Laurie Holben’s grandson and he had a serious tumor removed from around his brain stem only 4 weeks before. Jackson is a witness to the power of prayer and God’s blessings in the lives of each of us. Remember to Thank God for the blessings in your life.

SOCKS STILL NEEDED NOW!

We are collecting good new or used socks for the students at Osage City High School. Your past donations of shoes are gratefully appreciated; now we need socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church this Sunday.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS DRAWS TO A CLOSE

The Adult Sunday School class will wrap-up studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren over the next couple of Sundays during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class.

The schedule for the next few weeks follows:

Sunday, March 20, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 20 (The Harvest of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 27, 2016 – (Easter Sunday), no class, Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast

Sunday, April 3, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 21 (Seeing The Kingdom) plus (if time allows) Afterward and Appendix 1 (Why Didn’t We See It Sooner?) & Appendix 2 (Plotting Goodness)

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, March 14, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 6:15 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 7:35 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church, please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one another. Prayer Works!

Sunday, March 20, 2016, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (provided by Arlene and Lee Leonard), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, March 20, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.
• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, March 20, 2016, 10:30 AM – Larry Birkby will speak on the theme "Witness the Joyful Entry" with Karen Birkby presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Mission Bells.

REMEMBER: Friday, March 25, 7:00 PM – Good Friday Service planned by Jane Landrum and Jack Cave. The Saints’ Chorale will provide the ministry of music.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org

Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button

If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

Summer Camp information booklets are on the table in the Fellowship Hall. If you would like to know more about the Summer Camps, please pick up a copy.

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!

Some of the recent audio recordings are listed below:

13 March 2016, message by John O’Neal, filename 20160313-JOneal.mp3

6 March 2016, message by Kirk Barnhard, filename 20160306-KBarnhard.mp3

28 February 2016, message by Jonathan Bacon and panel of Adult Sunday School Teachers, filename 20160228-JBacon-Four.Panelists.mp3

21 February 2016, message by Jack Cave, filename 20160221-JCave.mp3

14 February 2016, message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20160214-JLibeer.mp3

6 February 2016, message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20160206-ABaptist.mp3

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

MARCH BOOK SELECTED FOR THE ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 PM to discuss "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry" by Fredrick Backman. The group meets at the church in the library (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule, on the website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CONTINUED NEED FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES!

The second semester of school is well underway, but that doesn’t diminish the need of many disadvantaged students for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. There is no end date on this request. The Central Avenue Center of Hope can use your donations of school supplies anytime during the year. The need is always greater than the supply. Next time you are shopping, why not buy an extra notebook or package of pencils, erasers, or any school supply and bring to church.

SOCKS STILL NEEDED NOW!

We are collecting good new or used socks for the students at Osage City High School. Your past donations of shoes are gratefully appreciated; now we need socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church this Sunday.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, March 13, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 20 (The Harvest of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 20, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 21 (Seeing the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 27, 2016 – (Easter Sunday), no class, Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast

Sunday, April 3, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Afterward and Appendix 1 (Why Didn’t We See It Sooner?) & Appendix 2 (Plotting Goodness)

Sunday, April 10, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, “The Secret Message of Jesus” wrap-up session

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 7:35 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church, please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one another. Prayer Works!

Thursday, March 10, 2016, 7:00 PM – All Good Books group meets in the Church Library to discuss “My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry" by Fredrick Backman.

Sunday, March 13, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.
• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, March 13, 2016, 10:30 AM – John O’Neal will speak on the theme "Practice Extravagant Generosity" with Larry Birkby presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by an Instrumental Ensemble.

Monday, March 14, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org

Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button

If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

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!

Some of the recent audio recordings are listed below:

6 March 2016, message by Kirk Barnhard, filename 20160306-KBarnhard.mp3

28 February 2016, message by Jonathan Bacon and panel of Adult Sunday School Teachers, filename 20160228-JBacon-Four.Panelists.mp3

21 February 2016, message by Jack Cave, filename 20160221-JCave.mp3

14 February 2016, message by Jennifer Libeer, filename 20160214-JLibeer.mp3

6 February 2016, message by Avis Garrett-Baptist, filename 20160206-ABaptist.mp3

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

"MAKE SOME MAGIC NIGHT" AT MISSION ROAD

This year Mission Road is hosting a Camp Courage fundraising event. It is on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 6 – 8 PM. "Make Some Magic for Camp Courage!" Tickets cost $15.00 and tickets are available from Cheryl Kennedy. Cash or check is acceptable. Checks should be made payable to Camp Courage.

There will be a Silent Auction, Food Sampling and a Popcorn Bar by Funky Monkey Popcorn. Starting at 7:00 PM John Weaver, a magician, will provide the entertainment. Cheryl is also accepting donations for the silent auction.

CAMP COURAGE PROJECT & REQUEST

Cheryl Kennedy has been involved with Camp Courage now for 3 years. She is a counselor for a cabin of 5 young ladies. Camp only costs the camper $180.00 out of pocket but it costs around $360.00 total for each camper for the 4-day camp. Cheryl has decided to make it her mission to cover the other half of her 5 campers’ camp fees ($180.00 each) by asking friends and family to help out. She already has funds for two camper fees covered, one by her husband’s company and another by her Girl Scout pals, but she still needs to cover the $540.00 for the other 3 campers. Cheryl is asking her church family to help. Whatever you can give will be put to good use.

CAMP COURAGE BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Camp Courage provides a typical camping experience for adults (21 and older) with developmental disabilities. It started in 1977, as a joint venture between Community of Christ and Catholic Charities. The camp is held at the Community of Christ campground in Stewartsville, MO (Camp FarWesta). Carroll Cathey of the St. Joseph, MO congregation was director for many years. Other directors have been Joel Loving, Steve Calloway, Bea Koehler and Ina Faye Overdick. Carroll Cathey’s daughter, Janet Woodward and her husband have been the directors for the past 16 years. The camp is run totally by volunteers and no one gets any pay for working at this 4-day camp. Dates for camp this year are June 23 – 26, 2016.

The camp has applied for grants but since it only occurs for 4 days once a year it is very hard to get funding. Foundations typically fund programs that run the entire year. So camp staff holds fundraising events, mail invitations for donations to folks on their mailing list and encourage businesses to sponsor a camper for a donation of $180.00.

NEW SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE!

The new Spring Worship Service Schedules are availability. If you do not have one there are additional copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall by the bulletin board. Thank you to all those that have agreed to serve. Thank you to Pam O’Neal, Caryn Brown and Ron Millard for their work in organizing the new spring schedule. If you find you are unable to serve your assignment YOU need to find someone to take your place. When a change is necessary to the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint, Jonathan, Jason Scott & Larry. Additionally, changes should be penciled in on the Worship Schedule posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

SOCKS STILL NEEDED NOW!

We are collecting good new or used socks for the students at Osage City High School. Your past donations of shoes are gratefully appreciated; now we need socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church this Sunday.

CONTINUED NEED FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES!

The second semester of school is well underway, but that doesn’t diminish the need of many disadvantaged students for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. There is no end date on this request. The Central Avenue Center of Hope can use your donations of school supplies anytime during the year. The need is always greater than the supply. Next time you are shopping, why not buy an extra notebook or package of pencils, erasers, or any school supply and bring to church.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, March 6, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 19 (The Future of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 13, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 20 (The Harvest of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 20, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 21 (Seeing the Kingdom)

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, February 29, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church, please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one other. Prayer Works!

Sunday, March 6, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.
• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, March 6, 2016, 10:30 AM – Kirk Barnhard will speak on the theme "God’s Expansive Love and Grace" with Dorothy May presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Susan and Merrill Clark.

MARCH BOOK SELECTED FOR THE ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 PM to discuss "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry" by Fredrick Backman. The group meets at the church in the library (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule, on the website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online but the location will change soon. Until further notice, new recordings (after January 10) will be available at https://goo.gl/gj6Eog

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

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

CAMP COURAGE PROJECT & REQUEST

Cheryl Kennedy has been involved with Camp Courage now for 3 years. She is a counselor for a cabin of 5 young ladies. Camp only costs the camper $180.00 out of pocket but it costs around $360.00 total for each camper for the 4-day camp. Cheryl has decided to make it her mission to cover the other half of her 5 campers’ camp fees ($180.00 each) by asking friends and family to help out. She already has funds for two camper fees covered, one by her husband’s company and another by her Girl Scout pals, but she still needs to cover the $540.00 for the other 3 campers. Cheryl is asking her church family to help. Whatever you can give will be put to good use.

CAMP COURAGE BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Camp Courage provides a typical camping experience for adults (21 and older) with developmental disabilities. It started in 1977, as a joint venture between Community of Christ and Catholic Charities. The camp is held at the Community of Christ campground in Stewartsville, MO (Camp FarWesta). Carroll Cathey of the St. Joseph, MO congregation was director for many years. Other directors have been Joel Loving, Steve Calloway, Bea Koehler and Ina Faye Overdick. Carroll Cathey’s daughter, Janet Woodward and her husband have been the directors for the past 16 years. The camp is run totally by volunteers and no one gets any pay for working at this 4-day camp. Dates for camp this year are June 23 – 26, 2016.

The camp has applied for grants but since it only occurs for 4 days once a year it is very hard to get funding. Foundations typically fund programs that run the entire year. So camp staff holds fundraising events, mail invitations for donations to folks on their mailing list and encourage businesses to sponsor a camper for a donation of $180.00.

"MAKE SOME MAGIC NIGHT" AT MISSION ROAD

This year Mission Road is hosting a Camp Courage fundraising event. It is on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 6 – 8 PM. "Make Some Magic for Camp Courage!" Tickets cost $15.00 and tickets are available from Cheryl Kennedy. Cash or check is acceptable. Checks should be made payable to Camp Courage.

There will be a Silent Auction, Food Sampling and a Popcorn Bar by Funky Monkey Popcorn. Starting at 7 PM John Weaver, a magician, will provide the entertainment. Cheryl is also accepting donations for the silent auction.

NEW SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE!

The new Spring Worship Service Schedules are availability. If you do not have one there are additional copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall by the bulletin board. Thank you to all those that have agreed to serve. Thank you to Pam O’Neal, Caryn Brown and Ron Millard for their work in organizing the new spring schedule. If you find you are unable to serve your assignment YOU need to find someone to take your place. When a change is necessary to the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint, Jonathan, Jason Scott & Larry. Additionally, changes should be penciled in on the Worship Schedule posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

SOCKS STILL NEEDED NOW!

We are collecting good new or used socks for the students at Osage City High School. Your past donations of shoes are gratefully appreciated; now we need socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church this Sunday.

CONTINUED NEED FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES!

The second semester of school is well underway, but that doesn’t diminish the need of many disadvantaged students for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. There is no end date on this request. The Central Avenue Center of Hope can use your donations of school supplies anytime during the year. The need is always greater than the supply. Next time you are shopping, why not buy an extra notebook or package of pencils, erasers, or any school supply and bring to church.

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY BOOK FAIR

On Tuesday March 1st University Academy is holding their annual Book Fair. Karen is looking for some volunteers to assist in helping the children and parents "dress" for their photo op, preside over the snack table and help with a small game. Time frames would be from 1 to 2:30 and 2:30 to 6pm. Please contact Karen by email or call her if you have an interest in helping. Karen assures it will be fun and your help will be greatly appreciated.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER NEWSLETTER

A copy of the February Midlands Mission Center Newsletter is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex. Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org

Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

Sunday, March 6, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 19 (The Future of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 13, 2016 – Jonathan Bacon, Chapter 20 (The Harvest of the Kingdom)

Sunday, March 20, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 21 (Seeing the Kingdom)

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, February 24, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church, please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one other. Prayer Works!

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM, in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.
• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.
• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, February 28, 2016, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak on the theme "Repent and Be Fruitful" with Linda Dayton presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Susan Clark.

Monday, February 29, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

MARCH BOOK SELECTED FOR THE ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 PM to discuss "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry" by Fredrick Backman. The group meets at the church in the library (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule, on the website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

NOTE: for the next few weeks, new recordings (after January 10) will be available at https://goo.gl/gj6Eog until they are moved to our regular Copy.com storage after mid-February.

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on January 3, 2016, filename 20160103-LBirkby.mp3

Kirk Barnhart message presented on January 10, 2016, filename 20160110-KBarnhard.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). The 2015 recordings have now been moved into the 2015 folder. If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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

CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM

As you know prayers have been pouring out for Steve & Laurie Holben’s grandson Jackson Tijerina. Last Sunday morning (Feb. 7) while we were worshiping a surgical team in Omaha was in the process of removing a brain tumor from around Jackson’s brain stem. The Lord heard our prayers and the surgery was a success. The Surgeon reported that he was able to remove nearly all of the tumor. Jackson’s recovery will be a slow process because of the size of the tumor in proportion to Jackson’s 5 year old body. Jackson’s parents will be off work for a while so donations are appreciated. Checks or envelopes in the offering plate with Jackson’s name on them will be sent to Jackson’s family. Thank you for your prayers on his behalf

A big THANK YOU to all those that have helped with generous gifts on behave of Jackson Tijerina. If you have not had an opportunity to assist Jackson’s family with expenses, please talk to Pennie Bunkers.

NEW SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE!

The new Spring Worship Service Schedules are availability. If you do not have one there are additional copies on the table in the Fellowship Hall by the bulletin board. Thank you to all those that have agreed to serve. Thank you to Pam O’Neal, Caryn Brown and Ron Millard for their work in organizing the new spring schedule. If you find you are unable to serve your assignment YOU need to find someone to take your place. When a change is necessary to the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint, Jonathan, Jason Scott & Larry. Additionally, changes should be penciled in on the Worship Schedule posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

THANKS FOR YOUR SHOES; SOCKS NEEDED NOW!

Alex White has delivered all the collected shoes to the Osage City High School for student use. We’re now collecting socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school has begun and once again, students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you start the New Year, please remember to pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring your donations to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex. Remember paper supplies are also needed. We were reminded that toilet paper is an important item that is needed.

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY BOOK FAIR

On Tuesday March 1st University Academy is holding their annual Book Fair. Karen is looking for some volunteers to assist in helping the children and parents "dress" for their photo op, preside over the snack table and help with a small game. Time frames would be from 1 to 2:30 and 2:30 to 6pm. Please contact Karen by email or call her if you have an interest in helping. Karen assures it will be fun and your help will be greatly appreciated.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER NEWSLETTER

A copy of the February Midlands Mission Center Newsletter is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex. Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org

Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 ("The Peaceable Kingdom")

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING ANNOUNCED

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, February 18, 2016 to discuss "The Children Act" by Ian McEwan at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus (sometimes) suggested discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! Online registration is available for Camps and Reunion at www.midlandsmc.org Under "Youth Camp and Reunion Registration" click on the Green Button If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, February 15, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one other. Prayer Works!

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, February 21, 2016, 10:30 AM – Jack Cave will speak on the theme "Approaching Jerusalem" with Steve Holben presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Mission Bells.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

NOTE: for the next few weeks, new recordings (after January 10) will be available at https://goo.gl/gj6Eog until they are moved to our regular Copy.com storage after mid-February.

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on January 3, 2016, filename 20160103-LBirkby.mp3

Kirk Barnhart message presented on January 10, 2016, filename 20160110-KBarnhard.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). The 2015 recordings have now been moved into the 2015 folder. If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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/

and

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

BIG THANK YOU!

A big THANK YOU to all those that helped move the furniture and toys so the carpets could get cleaned and the toys get sanitized. Many helping hands made a big task much smaller. The nursery has a nice clean look & smell and all the toys are freshly sanitized. All the soft toys were sanitized and sent off to the Central Avenue Center of Hope to be loved by other kids.

SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE AVAILIBILTY FORMS!

Thank you for filling out your availability sheet and getting it back to Pam O’Neal. Pam & Caryn will get the schedule completed as soon as they can to get the schedule out to those serving in March.

THANKS FOR YOUR SHOES; SOCKS NEEDED NOW!

Alex White has delivered all the collected shoes to the Osage City High School for student use. We’re now collecting socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church.

CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM

As you know prayers have been pouring out for Steve & Laurie Holben’s grandson Jackson Tijerina. Sunday morning while we were worshiping a surgical team in Omaha was in the process of removing a brain tumor from around Jackson’s brain stem. The Lord heard our prayers and the surgery was a success. The Surgeon reported that he was able to remove about 70% of the tumor. Jackson’s recovery will be a slow process because of the size of the tumor in proportion to Jackson’s 5 year old body. Jackson’s parents will be off work for a while so donations are appreciated. Checks or envelopes in the offering plate with Jackson’s name on them will be sent to Jackson’s family. Thank you for your prayers on his behalf.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school has begun and once again, students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you start the New Year, please remember to pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring your donations to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex. Remember paper supplies are also needed. We were reminded that toilet paper is an important item that is needed.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, February 14, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 16 ("The Language of the Kingdom")

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 ("The Peaceable Kingdom")

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING ANNOUNCED

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, February 18, 2016 to discuss "The Children Act" by Ian McEwan at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus (sometimes) suggested discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGES:

When a change is necessary in the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint Reine, Jonathan Bacon, Jason Scott, and Larry Birkby by email or phone calls. Additionally, changes should be made to the posted Worship Schedule in the 1st Floor Office. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, February 8, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church please schedule time to remember those on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support one other. Prayer Works!

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying Bible stories.

Sunday, February 14, 2016, 10:30 AM – Jennifer Libeer will speak on the theme "Sojourn in the Wilderness" with Paul Bennetts presiding and Dorothy May serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Saints’ Chorale.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

NOTE: for the next few weeks, new recordings (after January 10) will be available at https://goo.gl/gj6Eog until they are moved to our regular Copy.com storage after mid-February.

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on January 3, 2016, filename 20160103-LBirkby.mp3

Kirk Barnhart message presented on January 10, 2016, filename 20160110-KBarnhard.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). The 2015 recordings have now been moved into the 2015 folder. If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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/

and

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

HELP NEEDED!

Wednesday morning at 10:30 a few women are planning to meet at the church to clean & sanitize the toys from the nursery. If you can join them please schedule some time on Wednesday morning. Troy plans to finish cleaning the carpet on Thursday morning. After the carpets have been cleaned we need a crew to help put the furniture back in the classrooms. Please, call Larry (913-488-9235) about when you can help with moving furniture and toys back into the nursery and classrooms. Thank you for your support.

A big THANK YOU to all those that helped move the furniture and toys so the carpets could get cleaned. Many helping hands make a big task much smaller.

SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE AVAILIBILTY FORMS!

Please fill out your availability sheet and get it back to Pam O’Neal as soon as possible. Pam & Caryn want to get the schedule completed as soon as they can to get the schedule out to those serving in March. Failure to fill out an availability form opens the possibility of being placed on the schedule. So it’s important to let them know when you are not available to serve.

THANKS FOR YOUR SHOES; SOCKS NEEDED NOW!

Alex White has delivered all the collected shoes to the Osage City High School for student use. We’re now collecting socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school has begun and once again, students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you start the New Year, please remember to pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring your donations to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex. Remember paper supplies are also needed. We were reminded that toilet paper is an important item that is needed.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 15 ("Kingdom Ethics")

Sunday, February 14, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 16 ("The Language of the Kingdom")

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 ("The Peaceable Kingdom")

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING ANNOUNCED

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, February 18, 2016 to discuss "The Children Act" by Ian McEwan at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus (sometimes) suggested discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration is now available on the Mission Center website! If you have questions call Larry & Karen or Pennie.

WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGES:

When a change is necessary in the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint Reine, Jonathan Bacon, Jason Scott, and Larry Birkby by email or phone calls. Additionally, changes should be made to the posted Worship Schedule in the 1st Floor Office. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, February 2, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

If you are not able to join the Prayer Warriors at church please schedule time to remember those that are on our prayer list. Prayer is a strong power we each can use to support each other.

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying the Book of Mormon.

Sunday, February 7, 2016, 10:30 AM – Avis Garrett Baptist will speak on the theme "Glimpse Jesus’ Glory!" with Nadine Bennetts presiding and serving as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Cheryl Kennedy.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

UPCOMING MISSION ROAD CONGREGATION EVENTS

HELP NEEDED!

After Church on Sunday helpers are need to remove the furniture from the classrooms on the lower level that have carpeting. Troy Magee plans to clean the carpets in those classrooms. The Nursery is one of those areas so all the toys need to be removed as well. Plus, the toys need to be cleaned and sanitized before returning the toys to the nursery. Once the carpets have been cleaned we will need to return the furniture to the classrooms. Please come prepared to help with this very important task. Please, see Larry about how you can help with moving furniture and cleaning and sanitizing the toys.

SPRING WORSHIP SERVICE AVAILIBILTY FORMS!

Please fill out your availability sheet and get it back to Pam O’Neal as soon as possible. Pam & Caryn want to get the schedule completed as soon as they can to get the schedule out to those serving in March. Failure to fill out an availability form opens the possibility of being placed on the schedule. So it’s important to let them know when you are not available to serve.

THANKS FOR YOUR SHOES; SOCKS NEEDED NOW!

Alex White has delivered all the collected shoes to the Osage City High School for student use. We’re now collecting socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school has begun and once again, students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you start the New Year, please remember to pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring your donations to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex. Remember paper supplies are also needed. We were reminded that toilet paper is an important item that is needed.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, January 31, 2016 – Dennis Wood, Chapter 14 ("Kingdom Manifesto")

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 15 ("Kingdom Ethics")

Sunday, February 14, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 16 ("The Language of the Kingdom")

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 ("The Peaceable Kingdom")

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING ANNOUNCED

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, February 18, 2016 to discuss "The Children Act" by Ian McEwan at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus (sometimes) suggested discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration coming soon!

WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGES:

When a change is necessary in the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint Reine, Jonathan Bacon, Jason Scott, and Larry Birkby by email or phone calls. Additionally, changes should be made to the posted Worship Schedule in the 1st Floor Office. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, January 27, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

Sunday, January 31, 2016, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (provided by Debbie Rushfelt), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Monday, February 2, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation

Sunday, January 31, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying the Book of Mormon.

Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:30 AM – Karen Birkby will speak on the theme "Stand for Truth!" with Clint Reine serving as the worship planner and presiding. The ministry of music will be provided by the Jane Landrum.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

NOTE: for the next few weeks, new recordings (after January 10) will be available at https://goo.gl/gj6Eog until they are moved to our regular Copy.com storage after mid-February.

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on January 3, 2016, filename 20160103-LBirkby.mp3

Kirk Barnhart message presented on January 10, 2016, filename 20160110-KBarnhard.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). The 2015 recordings have now been moved into the 2015 folder. If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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/

and

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

THANKS FOR YOUR SHOES; SOCKS NEEDED NOW!

Alex White has delivered all the collected shoes to the Osage City High School for student use. We’re now collecting socks! Please bring your donations of new or used (but still useful) socks to church.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school has begun and once again, students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you start the New Year, please remember to pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring your donations to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS," ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying "The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything"by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood are team teaching the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, January 17, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 12 ("Hiding the Message in New Places")

Sunday, January 24, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 13 ("Getting It, Getting In")

Sunday, January 31, 2016 – Dennis Wood, Chapter 14 ("Kingdom Manifesto")

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 15 ("Kingdom Ethics")

Sunday, February 14, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 16 ("The Language of the Kingdom")

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 ("The Peaceable Kingdom")

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 ("The Borders of the Kingdom")

"ALL GOOD BOOKS" CLUB MEETS THIS THURSDAY

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be this Thursday, January 14, 2016 to discuss "The Truth According to Us" by Annie Barrows, co-author of "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society". The group will meet at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus some possible discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9 (date CORRECTED)

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration coming soon!

WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGES:

When a change is necessary in the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint Reine, Jonathan Bacon, Jason Scott, and Larry Birkby by email or phone calls. Additionally, changes should be made to the posted Worship Schedule in the 1st Floor Office. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, January 11, 2016, 7:00-8:30 PM – The Mission Bells will rehearse in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, January 13, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, January 13, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

Sunday, January 17, 2016, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (provided by Karen and Larry Birkby), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, January 17, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying the Book of Mormon.

Sunday, January 17, 2016, 10:30 AM – Kevin Maday will speak on the theme "Believe!" with Paul Bennetts presiding. Roxann Kosmicki and Debbie Rushfelt will serve as the worship planners. The ministry of music will be provided by the Mission Bells.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on January 3, 2016, filename 20160103-LBirkby.mp3

Kirk Barnhart message presented on January 10, 2016, filename 20160110-KBarnhard.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). The 2015 recordings have now been moved into the 2015 folder. If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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/

and

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

HAPPY NEW YEAR AND THANK YOU!

Many thanks to all the folks who helped “un-decorate” the Sanctuary after the worship service this morning. We’ll miss the beautiful Christmas decorations, but with the new year comes changes and new worship centers!

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED NOW!

The second semester of school will begin in January and once again students face the need for notebooks, pencils, paper, erasers, markers and all the traditional school items. As you finish your Christmas shopping, why not pick up a few school related items for the January School Supplies Drive! Bring to the church and leave on the table in the Narthex.

"THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS" ADULT CLASS CONTINUES

The Adult Sunday School class is studying The Secret Message of Jesus: Uncovering the Truth that Could Change Everything by Brian D. McLaren each Sunday during the 9:30-10:15 AM Sunday school class hour.

Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer, and Dennis Wood will team-teach the class. Copies of the book are available in paperback through Barnes and Noble or Amazon.com. It is also available from Amazon.com for the Kindle.

The schedule for the upcoming weeks includes:

Sunday, January 10, 2016 – Dennis Wood, Chapter 11 (“The Open Secret”)

Sunday, January 17, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 12 (“Hiding the Message in New Places”)

Sunday, January 24, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 13 (“Getting It, Getting In”)

Sunday, January 31, 2016 – Dennis Wood, Chapter 14 (“Kingdom Manifesto”)

Sunday, February 7, 2016 – Paul Bennetts, Chapter 15 (Kingdom Ethics)

Sunday, February 14, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 16 (The Language of the Kingdom)

Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Jane Landrum, Chapter 17 (The Peaceable Kingdom)

Sunday, February 28, 2016 – Jennifer Libeer, Chapter 18 (The Borders of the Kingdom)

SHOES NEEDED!

Alex White is again collecting shoes for the Osage City High School students. Please bring shoes to donate as soon as you can!

"ALL GOOD BOOKS" CLUB JANUARY MEETING SCHEDULED

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be on Thursday, January 14, 2016 to discuss "The Truth According to Us" by Annie Barrows, co-author of "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society." The group will meet at 7:00 PM in the Church Library.

You can always find information on the book club’s schedule on their website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com plus some possible discussion questions.

MIDLANDS MISSION CENTER 2016 SUMMER CAMPING PROGRAM

Sr. High Camp: June 12-17

Doniphan Reunion: June 21-26

Junior Camp: July 5-9

Youth Quest KC: July 7-9 (date CORRECTED)

Chihowa Reunion: July 10-15

MITIOG: July 24-29

Spectacular: July 23-30

Middle School Camp: July 31-August 5

Online Registration coming soon!

WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGES:

When a change is necessary in the Worship Schedule, please notify the Worship Planner, The Presider, Clint Reine, Jonathan Bacon, Jason Scott, and Larry Birkby by email or phone calls. Additionally, changes should be made to the posted Worship Schedule in the 1st Floor Office. Phone numbers of all members are available in the Church Directory.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, January 6, 2016, 6:30 PM – Saints Chorale rehearsal (RESUMES) in the Sanctuary.

Wednesday, January 6, 2016, 7:35 PM The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library. Come join the Prayer Warriors of our congregation.

Sunday, January 10, 2016, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (provided by Bob Andes), join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, January 10, 2016 – Sunday School classes for Children and Adults.

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

• Children’s Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, taught by Robin Payne.

• Adult Sunday School class – 9:30-10:15 AM, team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum, Jennifer Libeer and Dennis Wood in Church Library.

• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (Second Sunday of the Month Only) studying the Book of Mormon.

Sunday, January 10, 2016, 10:30 AM – Kirk Barnhard will speak on the theme "Baptism of the Lord" with Eloise Snider presiding. Margaret Athey will serve as the worship planner. The ministry of music will be provided by the Saints Chorale.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

Our congregational worship audio recordings are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

Recently added audio recordings include:

Jennifer Libeer message presented on December 6, 2015, filename 20151206-JLibeer.mp3 (available soon)

Ron Millard message presented on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-RMillard.mp3

Annual Christmas Concert on December 13, 2015, filename 20151213-ChristmasConcert.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on December 20, 2015, filename 20151220-JBacon.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on December 27, 2015, filename 20151227-JONeal.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the audio recordings. 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.

Audio recordings from previous years are located in folders corresponding to the year (2005, 2006, 2007, and so on). If you missed a Sunday, this provides you a way to hear the music and the message.

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/

and

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