Mission Road – Community of Christ

UPCOMING EVENTS

ANNUAL MISSION ROAD SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE NOW!

We need your help! This coming week, you’re invited and encouraged to bring school supplies to church in support of our annual drive. Needed: Paper, pencils, erasers, crayons, markers, and all the usual supplies that children need for the start of school. Picking up supplies for your own child? Get some extras and bring to church this Sunday. Grocery shopping this week? Find the school supply aisle and grab some supplies for children who need more than their families can supply! If you are blessed, pass it on.

ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Mark your calendar for Sunday evening, August 30, 2015 for the Annual Mission Road Ice Cream Social!

SAINT’S CHORALE INVITATION TO JOIN!

If you like to sing and want to share your talent come join the Saint’s Chorale, a group of dedicated, loyal, and caring people. New members are welcome and we hope to see all members from last year return for the 2015/2016 season.

Our heartfelt THANKS to Janice Hedrick for the many years of leadership she provided for the Choir, truly an era to cherish! And a big welcome to Jack Cave who has accepted the major responsibility as the new Saint’s Chorale Director.

The new season will begin with the first rehearsal on Wednesday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m. Our first Performance will be on Sunday, September 13, 2015.

A special thank you to ALL the musicians who so willingly give of their time and talent to enhance the Mission Road Worship experience. Y’all Rock! (according to Charles Athey, Music Coordinator)

MINISTRY OF THE ELDER TEMPLE SCHOOL CLASS

From Barbara Borkowski, Central USA Mission President. Midlands USA Interim Mission President: Dear Friends, I just wanted to share information about the new pilot “Ministry of the Elder.” If you have individuals who need this class prior to ordination…this is a great way for it to happen!

September 5–November 27, 2015 “Ministry of the Elder” Temple School Class offered through eLearning. Temple School will offer a pilot of the new course “Ministry of the Elder” as an 8-week online class through the new Community of Christ eLearning. Registration begins August 5 at 8:00am (Central Time) and ends September 5. This class is limited to 20 people.

To be eligible, students need to:

• Have access to a computer or tablet with high-speed Internet access

• Be able to dedicate 1.5 hours each week (8 weeks) Sept. 5-Nov. 27, 2015

• Pay the reduced pilot fee of $15 (credit or debit card) by calling Herald House Customer Service toll free at 800-767-8181 or locally at (816) 833-1000 x 1004

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946." On Sunday, the class will begin discussing Chapter 14 (“The Peak of Leadership in the Presidency”). Dennis Wood will lead the class discussion.

In addition, class members are invited to consider topics for the next Adult Sunday School Class. We anticipate completing Volume 2 of the church history (by Mark A. Scherer) by mid-October. In order to allow time for class teachers to prepare, we would like to settle on a class topic over the next few weeks. Suggestions to date include studying:

1. The life and letters of Paul

2. What did Jesus really say in the scriptures and

3. Live, Love, Share: Visibly One in Christ: a six-lesson text that includes articles and readings related to words of counsel presented at Community of Christ World Conference 2013. It explores liberating disruption, covenant principles for priesthood ministry, faithful disagreement, generosity, and commitment and response. Recommended 2015 reunion resource

4. What would you add to the list? Contact Education and Communication Coordinator Jonathan Bacon with suggestions.

AUGUST WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

PAPER DRIVE COMING!

The Central Avenue Center of Hope Paper Drive begins on September 1 and runs through October 25, 2015. Needed: plates, napkins, cups, spoons, forks, toilet paper, and paper towels. What can you provide?

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, August 12, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Thursday, August 13, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books group meets at the Church to discuss "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan

Sunday, August 16, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Nadine and Paul Bennetts), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, August 16, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

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

Sunday, August 16, 2015, 10:30 AM – Richard Emslie will speak on the theme "Sing to the Lord" with Larry Birkby presiding. Larry will also serve as worship planner. Dorothy May will offer the ministry of music.

AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS) in the Church Library. The book we will discuss is "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.mp3

Brian Libeer message presented on July 12, 2015, filename 20150712-BLibeer.mp3

Paul Bennetts message presented on July 19, 2015, filename 20150719-PBennetts.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on July 26, 2015, filename 20150726-JBacon.mp3

Margaret Athey message presented on August 2, 2015, filename 20150802-MAthey.mp3

Avis Garrett-Baptist message presented on August 9, 2015, filename 20150809-ABaptist.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.

​ MINISTRY OF THE ELDER TEMPLE SCHOOL CLASS

From Barbara Borkowski, Central USA Mission President. Midlands USA Interim Mission President: Dear Friends, I just wanted to share information about the new pilot “Ministry of the Elder.” If you have individuals who need this class prior to ordination…this is a great way for it to happen!

September 5–November 27, 2015 “Ministry of the Elder” Temple School Class offered through eLearning. Temple School will offer a pilot of the new course “Ministry of the Elder” as an 8-week online class through the new Community of Christ eLearning. Registration begins August 5 at 8:00am (Central Time) and ends September 5. This class is limited to 20 people.

To be eligible, students need to:

• Have access to a computer or tablet with high-speed Internet access

• Be able to dedicate 1.5 hours each week (8 weeks) Sept. 5-Nov. 27, 2015

• Pay the reduced pilot fee of $15 (credit or debit card) by calling Herald House Customer Service toll free at 800-767-8181 or locally at (816) 833-1000 x 1004

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946." On Sunday, the class will start with a few concluding comments on Chapter 12 ("Legal Means to Achieve Spiritual Ends"), and then proceed to discuss Chapter 13 (“Church Identity and the Utah Mission”). Jane Landrum will lead the class discussion.

AUGUST WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, August 5, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, August 9, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Eloise and John Snider), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, August 9, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

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

Sunday, August 9, 2015, 10:30 AM – Avis Garrett-Baptist will speak on the theme "Live in Love" with Kennetha Kuttler presiding. Kennetha will also serve as worship planner. Corie Vogel will offer the ministry of music.

AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).) Church Library. The book we will discuss is "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.mp3

Brian Libeer message presented on July 12, 2015, filename 20150712-BLibeer.mp3

Paul Bennetts message presented on July 19, 2015, filename 20150719-PBennetts.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on July 26, 2015, filename 20150726-JBacon.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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

2016 WORLD CONFERENCE LEGISLATION

The deadline for mission centers to submit items for 2016 World Conference consideration is February 5, 2016. Submitted legislation must first be approved by action of a mission center conference. The Midlands USA Mission Center conference is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, at the Olathe Community of Christ congregation.

Legislation to be considered by Midlands USA Mission Center – whether it’s meeting new people, the awesome counselors, or for submission to the 2016 World Conference – should be received by September 5, 2015 to allow for timely distribution throughout the mission center. Resolutions can be sent via email to Barbara Borkowski, Midlands, Interim President at bborkowski.

13TH ANNUAL HEALTH & SPIRITUALITY WORKSHOP

Theme: “Journey to Well-Being” on August 28 & 29, 2015 (Friday evening and all day Saturday) at the Temple, 201 S. River, Independence, MO

7 pm Friday evening – Keynote Address with Dr. Dane Sommer, Head Chaplain at Children’s Mercy “There’s a Burning Bush in Your Hospital Room” (Friday is Free and open to the public; reception following)

8:30am – 5pm Friday – 9 Skill-building Enrichment Sessions to choose from (Saturday – Registration required)

Visit HMA’s website for details and to register: www.hmacofchrist.org Questions? Contact: Diane L. Rogers, Executive Assistant, Health Ministries Association, 816-833-1000 ext. 1418, www.hmacofchrist.org

Early bird registration until August 1, 2015 is $60, thereafter $70 ($10 discount for Seniors 65+, $35 discount for Young Adults 18-30).

MINISTRY OF THE ELDER TEMPLE SCHOOL CLASS

From Barbara Borkowski, Central USA Mission President. Midlands USA Interim Mission President: Dear Friends, I just wanted to share information about the new pilot “Ministry of the Elder.” If you have individuals who need this class prior to ordination…this is a great way for it to happen!

September 5–November 27, 2015 “Ministry of the Elder” Temple School Class offered through eLearning. Temple School will offer a pilot of the new course “Ministry of the Elder” as an 8-week online class through the new Community of Christ eLearning. Registration begins August 5 at 8:00am (Central Time) and ends September 5. This class is limited to 20 people.

To be eligible, students need to:

• Have access to a computer or tablet with high-speed Internet access

• Be able to dedicate 1.5 hours each week (8 weeks) Sept. 5-Nov. 27, 2015

• Pay the reduced pilot fee of $15 (credit or debit card) by calling Herald House Customer Service toll free at 800-767-8181 or locally at (816) 833-1000 x 1004

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946." On Sunday, the class will start the discussion of Chapter 12 ("Legal Means to Achieve Spiritual Ends"). Jane Landrum will lead the class discussion.

AUGUST WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, July 29, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, August 2, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Bob Andes), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, August 2, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, August 2, 2015, 10:30 AM – Margaret Athey will speak on the theme "One in Christ" with Paul Bennetts presiding. Debbie Rushfelt will serve as worship planner. Jane Landrum will offer the ministry of music.

AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).) Church Library. The book we will discuss is "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.mp3

Brian Libeer message presented on July 12, 2015, filename 20150712-BLibeer.mp3

Paul Bennetts message presented on July 19, 2015, filename 20150719-PBennetts.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on July 26, 2015, filename 20150726-JBacon.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.

​13TH ANNUAL HEALTH & SPIRITUALITY WORKSHOP

Theme: “Journey to Well-Being” on August 28 & 29, 2015 (Friday evening and all day Saturday) at the Temple, 201 S. River, Independence, MO

7 pm Friday evening – Keynote Address with Dr. Dane Sommer, Head Chaplain at Children’s Mercy “There’s a Burning Bush in Your Hospital Room” (Friday is Free and open to the public; reception following)

8:30am – 5pm Friday – 9 Skill-building Enrichment Sessions to choose from (Saturday – Registration required)

Visit HMA’s website for details and to register: www.hmacofchrist.org Questions? Contact: Diane L. Rogers, Executive Assistant, Health Ministries Association, 816-833-1000 ext. 1418, www.hmacofchrist.org

Early bird registration until August 1, 2015 is $60, thereafter $70 ($10 discount for Seniors 65+, $35 discount for Young Adults 18-30).

DAVID OWEN BARNHARD ARRIVES!

From Kirk Barnhard: "I wanted to let you all know that TJ and myself welcomed David "Owen" Barnhard into the world today. Baby and mother are going great. 9 lbs 0 oz, 21.5 inches long. Look forward to bringing him to church soon."

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946." On Sunday, the class will finish the discussion of Chapter 11 ("Transformation to Modernity: Challenge and Response") starting on page 212 and then continue with Chapter 12 ("Legal Means to Achieve Spiritual Ends"). Dennis Wood and Jane Landrum will co-lead the class discussion.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT (Note Time Change)

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

2016 WORLD CONFERENCE LEGISLATION

The deadline for mission centers to submit items for 2016 World Conference consideration is February 5, 2016. Submitted legislation must first be approved by action of a mission center conference. The Midlands USA Mission Center conference is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, at the Olathe Community of Christ congregation.

Legislation to be considered by Midlands USA Mission Center – whether it’s meeting new people, the awesome counselors, or for submission to the 2016 World Conference – should be received by September 5, 2015 to allow for timely distribution throughout the mission center. Resolutions can be sent via email to Barbara Borkowski, Midlands, Interim President at bborkowski.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, July 22, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, July 26, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Donna and Richard Emslie), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, July 26, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, July 26, 2015, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak on the theme "Our Gifts Are Multiplied" with Jane Landrum presiding. Valerie Anderson will serve as worship planner. The Men’s Quartet will offer the ministry of music.

NEXT (AUGUST) BOOK CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).) Church Library. The book we will discuss is "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-JONeal.mp3

Dorothy May message presented on June 14, 2015, filename 20150614-DMay.mp3

Jennifer Libeer message presented on June 21, 2015, filename 20150621-JLibeer.mp3

Nadine Bennetts message presented on June 28, 2015, filename 20150628-NBennetts.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.mp3

Brian Libeer message presented on July 12, 2015, filename 20150712-BLibeer.mp3

Paul Bennetts message presented on July 19, 2015, filename 20150719-PBennetts.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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

NEXT (AUGUST) BOOK CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Community of Christ (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS).) Church Library. The book we will discuss is "Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan.

From Goodreads.com, here is a brief teaser for the book: "The Great Recession has shuffled Clay Jannon away from life as a San Francisco web-design drone and into the aisles of Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore. But after a few days on the job, Clay discovers that the store is more curious than either its name or its gnomic owner might suggest. The bookstore’s secrets extend far beyond its walls."

The book club has also filled out its schedule for the next several months. The schedule of meeting dates and books is available at https://allbooksclub.wordpress.com/meeting-dates-books/. Note that the February 2016 meeting date is the 3rd rather than the traditional 2nd Thursday of the month.

WORSHIP AVAILABILITY FORMS DUE NEXT SUNDAY!

The Worship and Service Availability form for Fall 2015 is now available online at https://goo.gl/UyoMij

Please note, "If a form is NOT received we will assume you are not available to serve during this quarter." Please return the form to church no later than next Sunday, July 19, 2015.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s "The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946." On Sunday, the class will finish the discussion of Chapter 9 ("Institutional Development") and begin discussing Chapter 10 ("The Move to Lamoni: One Step Closer to Zion"). Jane Landrum will lead the class discussion.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT (Note Time Change)

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, July 19, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Caryn and Ron Millard), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, July 19, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, July 19, 2015, 10:30 AM – Paul Bennetts will speak on the theme "Proclaim Peace" with Nadine Bennetts presiding. Nadine will also serve as worship planner. Charles Athey will offer the ministry of music.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-JONeal.mp3

Dorothy May message presented on June 14, 2015, filename 20150614-DMay.mp3

Jennifer Libeer message presented on June 21, 2015, filename 20150621-JLibeer.mp3

Nadine Bennetts message presented on June 28, 2015, filename 20150628-NBennetts.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.mp3

Brian Libeer message presented on July 12, 2015, filename 20150712-BLibeer.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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL HAS BEEN CANCELLED 

Due to low enrollment…

WORSHIP AVAILABILITY FORM FOR FALL 2015

The Worship and Service Availability form for Fall 2015 is now available online at https://goo.gl/UyoMij

Please note, “If a form is NOT received we will assume you are not available to serve during this quarter.” Please return the form to church no later than July 19, 2015.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” On Sunday, the class will finish the discussion of Chapter 9 (“Institutional Development”) and begin discussing Chapter 10 (”The Move to Lamoni: One Step Closer to Zion”). Jane Landrum will lead the class discussion.

BOOK CLUB MEETING THIS WEEK

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group is scheduled this Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Church Library. At that time we’ll discuss “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt.

It is a lengthy book, 771 pages, so start reading soon! We look forward to discussing this 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Literature book.

Note: see http://www.litlovers.com/reading-guides/13-fiction/9396-goldfinch-tartt for a summary, reviews and discussion questions for “The Goldfinch.”

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT (Note Time Change)

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, July 8, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Thursday, July 9, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books group meets in the Church Library to discuss “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt.

Sunday, July 12, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Karen and Larry Birkby), come and join us for conversation and fellowship.

Sunday, July 12, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, July 12, 2015, 10:30 AM – Brian Libeer will speak on the theme “Set Your Hope on Christ ” with Jennifer Libeer presiding. Jennifer will also serve as worship planner. Steve Constance and Richard Emslie will offer the ministry of music.

Sunday through Wednesday, July 12-15, 2015 Our Vacation Bible School

(There will be no Prayer Circle on Wednesday, July 15 because of VBS).

· 5:30 PM Dinner

· 6:30 PM Children’s activities and Adult Hymn Fest (learn new hymns from “Community of Christ Sings!”) begin

· 7:00-8:00 PM Special presentations for the adults

· 8:00 PM Nightly Wrap-up session

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-JONeal.mp3

Dorothy May message presented on June 14, 2015, filename 20150614-DMay.mp3

Jennifer Libeer message presented on June 21, 2015, filename 20150621-JLibeer.mp3

Nadine Bennetts message presented on June 28, 2015, filename 20150628-NBennetts.mp3

Larry Birkby message presented on July 5, 2015, filename 20150705-LBirkby.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.

​ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” On Sunday, the class discussion will finish discussing the “New Translation” of the Bible (discussed in Chapter 8, “On to Plano, Illinois”) and begin covering Chapter 9 (“Institutional Development”). Jonathan Bacon will lead the class discussion.

If you do not own the two-volume set (The Journey of a People) church history written by Mark Scherer, there is still a copy in the church library (back shelf) that is available for purchase ($59.95 for the 2-volume set—just add to your offering with a special notation that you’re paying for the church history books). If no one wishes to purchase, the books are available to borrow. If you borrow, we ask that you keep the books out no more than 1-2 weeks at a time.

NEXT BOOK CLUB MEETING IN JULY

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Church Library. At that time we’ll discuss “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt.

It is a lengthy book, 771 pages, so start reading soon! We look forward to discussing this 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Literature book.

Note: see http://www.litlovers.com/reading-guides/13-fiction/9396-goldfinch-tartt for a summary, reviews and discussion questions for “The Goldfinch.”

JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND PICNIC

Please see Debbie Rushfelt if you are available to help at the Congregational Celebration Picnic on July 4. We will have two great Bouncy Houses again this year; one will have an obstacle course again! Helpers are needed, so please sign up for the 4th of July fun activities. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are starting to shape up for Vacation Bible School (VBS) scheduled for the evenings of July 12, 13, 14 and 15, 2015. Please add these dates to your calendar.

Each evening will start with a dinner at 5:30 PM with children moving to their classes around 6:00 PM. This year we’ll offer an adult track with learning new hymns between 6:30-7:00 and then a speaker for the adults between 7-8 PM.

Please remember to talk to Karen Birkby about how you’d like to assist with vacation Bible school. Volunteers are invited and welcome!

Consider reaching out to families with young children with a special invitation to attend.

BABY SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A baby shower will be held for TJ and Kirk Barnhard on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the home of Eloise and John Snider. Please plan to attend.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT (Note Time Change)

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, June 24, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, June 28, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Marge & John Trinkl), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 28, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, June 28, 2015, 10:30 AM – Nadine Bennetts will speak on the theme “Act in Faith” with Kennetha Kuttler presiding. Avis Garrett Baptist will serve as worship planner. Pennie Bunkers will provide the ministry of music.

CONGREGATIONAL EMAIL LIST

If you (or someone you know) are not receiving the (almost) weekly email announcing church news and events, please contact Jonathan Bacon in person or at jonathanpbacon with your email address so you can be added to the "announcement only" list. You won’t be bombarded with email, typically only one message a week is sent.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:

Ken Sewing message presented on May 3, 2015, filename 20150503-KSewing.mp3

Ron Millard message presented on May 10, 2015, filename 20150510-RMillard.mp3

Larry Winters message presented on May 17, 2015, filename 20150517-LWinters.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on May 24, 2015, filename 20150524-JBacon.mp3

Baptism and Confirmation Service of Morgan and Logan Scott, filename 20150531-Baptisms-L&MScott.mp3

Greg Mann message presented on May 31, 2015, filename 20150531-GMann.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-JONeal.mp3

Dorothy May message presented on June 14, 2015, filename 20150614-DMay.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.

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NEXT BOOK CLUB MEETING IN JULY

The next meeting of the All Good Books discussion group will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Church Library. At that time we’ll discuss “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt.

It’s a lengthy book, 771 pages, so start reading soon! We look forward to seeing you in July to discuss this Pulitzer Prizing winning book (for Literature in 2014).

Note: see http://www.litlovers.com/reading-guides/13-fiction/9396-goldfinch-tartt for a summary, reviews and discussion questions for “The Goldfinch.”

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE
The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” On Sunday, the class discussion will continue focus on chapters 6 & 7 (“Launching the Reorganized Church” and “Pressing Needs and Leadership Style”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class.

If you do not own the two-volume set (The Journey of a People) church history written by Mark Scherer, there are a couple of copies in the church library (back shelf) that are available for purchase ($59.95 for the 2-volume set—just add to your offering with a special notation that you’re paying for the church history books). If no one wishes to purchase, the books are available to borrow. If you borrow, we ask that you keep the books out no more than 1-2 weeks at a time.

JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND PICNIC
Please see Debbie Rushfelt if you’re available to help at the Congregational Celebration Picnic on July 4. We will have two great Bouncy Houses again this year; one will have an obstacle course again! Helpers are needed, so please sign up for the 4th of July fun activities. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Plans are starting to shape up for Vacation Bible School (VBS) scheduled for the evenings of July 12, 13, 14 and 15, 2015. Please add these dates to your calendar.

Each evening will start with a dinner at 5:30 PM with children moving to their classes around 6:00 PM. This year we’ll offer an adult track with learning new hymns between 6:30-7:00 and then a speaker for the adults between 7-8 PM.

Please remember to talk to Karen Birkby about how you’d like to assist with vacation Bible school. Volunteers are invited and welcome!
Consider reaching out to families with young children with a special invitation to attend.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT (Note Time Change)
A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 2:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

BABY SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A baby shower will be held for TJ and Kirk Barnhard on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the home of Eloise and John Snider. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, June 21, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Jonathan Bacon), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 21, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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
• God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, June 21, 2015, 10:30 AM – Jennifer Libeer will speak on the theme “Come in the Name of the Lord (Fathers’ Day)” with Charles Athey presiding. Charles will also serve as worship planner.

CONGREGATIONAL EMAIL LIST
If you (or someone you know) are not receiving the (almost) weekly email announcing church news and events, please contact Jonathan Bacon in person or at jonathanpbacon with your email address so you can be added to the "announcement only" list. You won’t be bombarded with email, typically only one message a week is sent.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP AUDIO RECORDINGS

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

Recently added audio recordings include:
Ken Sewing message presented on May 3, 2015, filename 20150503-KSewing.mp3
Ron Millard message presented on May 10, 2015, filename 20150510-RMillard.mp3
Larry Winters message presented on May 17, 2015, filename 20150517-LWinters.mp3
Jonathan Bacon message presented on May 24, 2015, filename 20150524-JBacon.mp3
Baptism and Confirmation Service of Morgan and Logan Scott, filename 20150531-Baptisms-L&MScott.mp3
Greg Mann message presented on May 31, 2015, filename 20150531-GMann.mp3
John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” On Sunday, the class discussion will continue focus on chapters 6 & 7 (“Launching the Reorganized Church” and “Pressing Needs and Leadership Style”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class.

If you do not own the two-volume set (The Journey of a People) church history written by Mark Scherer, there are a couple of copies in the church library (back shelf) that are available for purchase ($59.95 for the 2-volume set—just add to your offering with a special notation that you’re paying for the church history books). If no one wishes to purchase, the books are available to borrow. If you borrow, we ask that you keep the books out no more than 1-2 weeks at a time.

BOOK TABLE UPDATE

Our table of “donated books” has morphed into a “clear your bookcases and bring more books to church” project. We are extending the collection of your unwanted books until the end of October. Please place any books you bring into the box(es) under the table in the Fellowship Hall.

JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND PICNIC

Please see Debbie Rushfelt if you’re available to help at the Congregational Celebration Picnic on July 4. We will have two great Bouncy Houses again this year; one will have an obstacle course again! Helpers are needed, so please sign up for the 4th of July fun activities. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Please remember to talk to Karen Birkby about how you’d like to assist with vacation Bible school. It will be held the evenings of July 12, 13, 14 and 15, 2015. Please add these dates to your calendar.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 1:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

BABY SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A baby shower will be held for TJ and Kirk Barnhard on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the home of Eloise and John Snider. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, June 10, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Thursday, June 11, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books discussion group meets in the Church Library to discuss “One Plus One” by JoJo Moyes.

Sunday, June 14, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Eloise and John Snider), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 14, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, June 14, 2015, 10:30 AM – Dorothy May will speak on the theme “See with God’s Eyes” with Ron Millard presiding. Debbie Rushfelt will serve as worship planner. Susan and Merrill Clark will provide the ministry of music.

CONGREGATIONAL EMAIL LIST

If you (or someone you know) are not receiving the (almost) weekly email announcing church news and events, please contact Jonathan Bacon in person or at jonathanpbacon with your email address so you can be added to the "announcement only" list. You won’t be bombarded with email, typically only one message a week is sent.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

Our congregational worship service podcasts are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

Recently added podcasts include:

Ken Sewing message presented on May 3, 2015, filename 20150503-KSewing.mp3

Ron Millard message presented on May 10, 2015, filename 20150510-RMillard.mp3

Larry Winters message presented on May 17, 2015, filename 20150517-LWinters.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on May 24, 2015, filename 20150524-JBacon.mp3

Baptism and Confirmation Service of Morgan and Logan Scott, filename 20150531-Baptisms-L&MScott.mp3

Greg Mann message presented on May 31, 2015, filename 20150531-GMann.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on June 7, 2015, filename 20150607-JONeal.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the podcast. 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.

Podcasts 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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

GARDEN WORK DAY or BIG MULCH DAY!

The next Garden Work Day, which really should be called the Big Mulch, will be Saturday, June 6, 2015 starting at 9:00 am. This day will be entirely devoted to steering heavy wheelbarrows full of mulch to the various gardens around the Church, so no actual gardening will be done. If you’re hankering for a good workout, bring a wheelbarrow or garden cart, shovel, and work gloves – a back support belt could be handy! If manual labor isn’t for you, come on over and cheer us on!!

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School class is studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” Next Sunday, Sunday, June 7, 2015, the class discussion will focus on chapter 6 (“Launching the Reorganized Church”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class.

If you do not own the two-volume set (The Journey of a People) church history written by Mark Scherer, there are a couple of copies in the church library (back shelf) that are available for purchase ($59.95 for the 2-volume set—just add to your offering with a special notation that you’re paying for the church history books). If no one wishes to purchase, the books are available to borrow. If you borrow, we ask that you keep the books out no more than 1-2 weeks at a time.

BOOK TABLE UPDATE

Our table of “donated books” has morphed into a “clear your bookcases and bring more books to church” project. We are extending the collection of your unwanted books until the end of October. Please place any books you bring into the box(es) under the table in the Fellowship Hall.

JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND PICNIC

Please see Debbie Rushfelt if you’re available to help at the Congregational Celebration Picnic on July 4. We will have two great Bouncy Houses again this year; one will have an obstacle course again! Helpers are needed, so please sign up for the 4th of July fun activities. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Please remember to talk to Karen Birkby about how you’d like to assist with vacation Bible school. It will be held the evenings of July 12, 13, 14 and 15, 2015. Please add these dates to your calendar.

WEDDING SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A wedding shower will be held on August 23, 2015 at 1:00 PM for Alisa Morse and Bill Johnson in the church library. Please plan to attend.

BABY SHOWER ANNOUNCEMENT

A baby shower will be held for TJ and Kirk Barnhard on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the home of Eloise and John Snider. Please plan to attend.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, June 3, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, June 7, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Arlene and Lee Leonard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 7, 2015, 9:30 AM – 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

· God’s Kids – 9:30-11:30 AM – Children’s Library (First Sunday of the Month Only)

Sunday, June 7, 2015, 10:30 AM – John O’Neal will speak on the theme “Who Shall Reign?” with Linda Dayton presiding. Linda will also serve as worship planner. Jane Landrum will provide the ministry of music.

Thursday, June 11, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books discussion group meets in the Church Library to discuss “One Plus One” by JoJo Moyes.

CONGREGATIONAL EMAIL LIST

If you (or someone you know) are not receiving the (almost) weekly email announcing church news and events, please contact Jonathan Bacon in person or at jonathanpbacon with your email address so you can be added to the "announcement only" list. You won’t be bombarded with email, typically only one message a week is sent.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

Our congregational worship service podcasts are hosted online at https://copy.com/ej21J9e1xKOCiJwX

Recently added podcasts include:

Ken Sewing message presented on May 3, 2015, filename 20150503-KSewing.mp3

Ron Millard message presented on May 10, 2015, filename 20150510-RMillard.mp3

Larry Winters message presented on May 17, 2015, filename 20150517-LWinters.mp3

Jonathan Bacon message presented on May 24, 2015, filename 20150524-JBacon.mp3

Baptism and Confirmation Service of Morgan and Logan Scott, filename 20150531-Baptisms-L&MScott.mp3

Greg Mann message presented on May 31, 2015, filename 20150531-GMann.mp3

The beginning numbers of each filename indicate the Sunday of the podcast. 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.

Podcasts 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.