Mission Road – Community of Christ

UPCOMING EVENTS

BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION SERVICE ON MAY 31ST

The Pastorate is pleased to announce a baptismal and confirmation service to be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, beginning at 9:15 AM. There will be no Sunday School classes that day so that all members of the congregation may attend and support the baptism of Morgan and Logan Scott. Breakfast will begin at 8:45 AM so come join the fellowship followed by the baptismal service and confirmation.

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.” Class sessions will resume on Sunday, June 7, 2015 and will focus on chapter 6 (“Launching the Reorganized Church”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class.

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 4TH CELEBRATION

Plans are underway for the Mission Road Congregation’s Annual July 4th Celebration. Debbie Rushfelt is coordinating the event and looking for volunteers. We’ll have Bouncy Houses for the children again this year, including one with an obstacle course!

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.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, May 27, 2015, 7:00 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, May 31, 2015, 8:45 AM (SPECIAL START TIME) – Breakfast (Amanda and Jeremy Strom), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 31, 2015, No Sunday School Classes

Sunday, May 31, 2015, 9:15 AM – Baptism and Confirmation Service!

Sunday, May 31, 2015, 10:30 AM – Greg Mann will speak on the theme “Here Am I; Send Me!” with Larry Birkby presiding. Karen Birkby will serve as worship planner. Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer 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

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

GRADUATION RECOGNITION SCHEDULED FOR MAY 24 SERVICE

All graduating senior from our congregation will be recognized and honored during the worship service on Sunday, May 24, 2015. Please join with our church family as we celebrate this milestone and the accomplishments of our seniors.

MEGAN STOLLSTEIMER IN RECITAL THIS SUNDAY

Megan Stollsteimer will be in a recital this coming Sunday, May 24, 2015 to be held at 3:00 PM at the Rainbow Mennonite Church, 1444 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, KS 66103. All are invited to attend. Megan is one of our graduating seniors!

BLOOD DRIVE

Allie Libeer and three of her friends are organizing a blood drive to be held in the church fellowship hall on Sunday, May 24 from 1-4 PM fulfilling a required committee service project for school. If it is your practice to donate blood please consider supporting them on the 24th.

BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION SERVICE ON MAY 31ST

The Pastorate is pleased to announce a baptismal and confirmation service to be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, beginning at 9:15 AM. There will be no Sunday School classes that day so that all members of the congregation may attend and support the baptism of Morgan and Logan Scott. Breakfast will begin at 8:45 AM so come join the fellowship followed by the baptismal service and confirmation.

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.” For next Sunday, May 24 read chapter 5 (“Cradle of the Reorganization”). Paul Bennetts will be teaching the class on Sunday, May 24.

If you do not have the book and want a copy, please contact Jonathan Bacon. Unfortunately, Herald House sells only the two-volume set, volume 2 is not for sale by itself. When we have sufficient orders for the $59.95 two-volume set, we’ll pick up an order at the Temple Bookstore.

GOOD NEWS

Arlene Leonard was recently honored with a gift of flowers and a gift certificate because of her kindness. She made journals for three of her graduating senior girls who ride her bus. The girls loved them so much that they shared with their teacher and her act of sharing has snowballed into an article in a recent Saturday edition of the Kansas City Star. What a great example of caring for others.

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 4TH CELEBRATION

Plans are underway for the Mission Road Congregation’s Annual July 4th Celebration. Debbie Rushfelt is coordinating the event and looking for volunteers. We’ll have Bouncy Houses for the children again this year, including one with an obstacle course!

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.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 7:00 PM (NEW TIME)- The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, May 24, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Donna and Richard Emslie), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 24, 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, May 24, 2015, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak on the theme “Ruach (Wind of God)” with Robin Payne presiding. Kennetha Kuttler will serve as worship planner. Christa Corrie 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:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.mp3

Jack Cave message presented on April 19, 2015, filename 20150419-JCave.mp3

Bruce Rider message presented on April 26, 2015, filename 20150426-BRider.mp3

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

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

DR. WILLIAM REED GROUND-BREAKING OPEN HEART SURGEON SPEAKS AT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING THIS WEEK

Just a reminder: Dr. William A. Reed with be present at the next All Good Books discussion group meeting this Thursday, May 14, 2015 at the Community of Christ church (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS) at 7 PM. We will meet in the Church Library.

Dr. Reed is the author of "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity." Dr. Reed was a pioneer in the early days of open-heart surgery at KU Medical Center then later moved to St. Luke’s Hospital where he performed the first heart transplant at that hospital while serving as Director of Thoracic Surgery. Still later he returned to KU Med to re-establish what has become the largest heart program in this part of the country. The autobiography answers the question "How did a scrawny kid from an indigent, welfare-dependent Midwestern family become one of America’s first successful heart surgeons?"

Along the way the reader meets a passionate horseman, philanthropist, husband, father and poet. The final chapters in the book also speak to issues of faith, doubt, fear and leadership. You have the opportunity to hear him speak and ask questions on Thursday evening. We hope you can join us.

GRADUATION RECOGNITION SCHEDULED FOR MAY 24 SERVICE

All graduating senior from our congregation will be recognized and honored during the worship service on Sunday, May 24, 2015. Please join with our church family as we celebrate this milestone and the accomplishments of our seniors.

SAINTS CHORALE DIRECTOR CHANGES

Janice Hedrick announced earlier this month to the Saints Chorale that she will retire as director after the Sunday, May 3rd service. A new director is not yet named, but a decision on filling the role will occur before the Saints Chorale resumes practice in the fall. Be sure to read the article from Janice Hedrick in the summer Newsletter about her many years of service and let Janice know how much we have appreciated her talents over the years!

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.” For next Sunday, May 17 read chapters 4 (“Patient Progress to the Prophetic Mantle”). Jonathan Bacon will be teaching the class on Sunday, May 17.

If you do not have the book and want a copy, please contact Jonathan Bacon. Unfortunately, Herald House sells only the two-volume set, volume 2 is not for sale by itself. When we have sufficient orders for the $59.95 two-volume set, we’ll pick up an order at the Temple Bookstore.

BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION SERVICE COMING SOON

The Pastorate is pleased to announce a baptismal and confirmation service to be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, beginning at 9:15 AM. There will be no Sunday School classes that day so that all members of the congregation may attend and support the baptism of Morgan and Logan Scott. Breakfast will begin at 8:45 AM so come join the fellowship followed by the baptismal service and confirmation.

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.

BLOOD DRIVE

Allie Libeer and three of her friends are organizing a blood drive to be held in the church fellowship hall on Sunday, May 24 from 1-4 PM fulfilling a required committee service project for school. If it is your practice to donate blood please consider supporting them on the 24th.

YOUTH QUEST COMING JUNE 11-13, 2015

Please remember Youth Quest is an overnight camp in OUR building for children who have completed grades K-2 in May. If you are a grandparent or parent, sign your child up now! It is a fun vacation bible school-type activity with a sleep over. These are the kids that will be going to camp in the future. You can drop in and see how they are holding up, they go swimming and do all kinds of fun activities. Registrations are handled like all other MMC camp registrations. The forms are on the table in the Fellowship Hall in front of the bulletin board!

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

Plans are underway for the Mission Road Congregation’s Annual July 4th Celebration. Debbie Rushfelt is coordinating the event and looking for volunteers. We’ll have Bouncy Houses for the children again this year, including one with an obstacle course!

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.

MEALS FOR THOSE IN NEED

Please contact Arlene Leonard if you are willing and able to help make meals for those in our congregation in need of this kind of ministry.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, May 11, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 7:00 PM (NEW TIME)- The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Thursday, May 14, 2015, 7:00 PM – The All Good Books reading group will meet in the Church Library to discuss "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity" by Dr. William Reed.

Sunday, May 17, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Marge & John Trinkl), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 17, 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, May 17, 2015, 10:30 AM – Larry Winters will speak on the theme “By Streams of Living Water” with Brian Libeer presiding. Jennifer Libeer will serve as worship planner. The Mission Bells 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:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.mp3

Jack Cave message presented on April 19, 2015, filename 20150419-JCave.mp3

Bruce Rider message presented on April 26, 2015, filename 20150426-BRider.mp3

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

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

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books group will meet in the Church Library on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 7:00 PM to meet Dr. William Reed and discuss his book "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity."

"The Pulse of Hope" is available at Rainy Day Books but does not seem to be available in local libraries or on Amazon.

We hope you can join us in May for "The Pulse of Hope" discussion and visit by Dr. Reed.

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.” For next Sunday, May 10 read chapters 2 and 3 (“Restoring the Family to Nauvoo” and “Mother and Son”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class on Sunday, May 10.

If you do not have the book and want a copy contact Jonathan Bacon. Unfortunately, Herald House sells only the two-volume set, volume 2 is not for sale by itself. When we have sufficient orders for the $59.95 two-volume set, we’ll pick up an order at the Temple Bookstore.

BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION SERVICE COMING SOON

The Pastorate is pleased to announce a baptismal and confirmation service to be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, beginning at 9:15 AM. There will be no Sunday School classes that day so that all members of the congregation may support the baptism of our new members. Breakfast will begin at 8:45 AM so come join the fellowship followed by the baptismal service and confirmation.

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.

BLOOD DRIVE

Allie Libeer and three of her friends are organizing a blood drive to be held in the church fellowship hall on Sunday, May 24 from 1-4 PM fulfilling a required committee service project for school. If it is your practice to donate blood please consider supporting them on the 24th.

YOUTH QUEST COMING JUNE 11-13, 2015

Please remember Youth Quest is an overnight camp in OUR building for children who have completed grades K-2 in May. If you are a grandparent or parent, sign your child up now! It is a fun vacation bible school-type activity with a sleep over. These are the kids that will be going to camp in the future. You can drop in and see how they are holding up, they go swimming and do all kinds of fun activities. Registrations are handled like all other MMC camp registrations. The forms are on the table in the Fellowship Hall in front of the bulletin board!

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

Plans are underway for the Mission Road Congregation’s Annual July 4th Celebration. Debbie Rushfelt is coordinating the event and looking for volunteers. We’ll have Bouncy Houses for the children again this year, including one with an obstacle course!

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.

YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATIONS AND REUNIONS

The youth camp registration forms and booklets are on the table in the fellowship hall next to the bulletin board. All forms are due on May 1. Also, reunion registration forms are on the table as well.

MEALS FOR THOSE IN NEED

Please contact Arlene Leonard if you are willing and able to help make meals for those in our congregation in need of this kind of ministry.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, May 4, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 7:00 PM (NEW TIME)- The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, May 10, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Nadine and Paul Bennetts), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 10, 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, May 10, 2015, 10:30 AM – Ron Millard will speak on the theme “Love One Another” with Avis Garrett-Baptist presiding. Valerie Anderson 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:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.mp3

Jack Cave message presented on April 19, 2015, filename 20150419-JCave.mp3

Bruce Rider message presented on April 26, 2015, filename 20150426-BRider.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

CHURCH ART GROUP RESUMES!

The Church Art Group hosted by Avis Garrett-Baptist will resume starting Sunday, May 3, 2015. The session runs from 6-9 PM at the home of Avis and Jeremy Baptist. You don’t have to be an artist to attend, come and discover your artistic skills!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are in the works for Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date is not finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Starting next Sunday, May 3, the Adult Sunday School class will begin studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” If you have Volume 2, please read the first The Introduction, and Chapters 1 and 2 (“Aftermath of Assassination” and “Restoring the Family to Nauvoo”). Jane Landrum will be teaching the class On Sunday, May 3 and 10.

BLOOD DRIVE

Allie Libeer and three of her friends are organizing a blood drive to be held in the church fellowship hall on Sunday, May 24 beginning at 12:30 PM fulfilling a required committee service project for school. If it is your practice to donate blood please consider supporting them on the 24th.

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.

YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATIONS AND REUNIONS

The youth camp registration forms and booklets are on the table in the fellowship hall next to the bulletin board. All forms are due on May 1. Also, reunion registration forms are on the table as well.

MEALS FOR THOSE IN NEED

Please contact Arlene Leonard if you are willing and able to help make meals for those in our congregation in need of this kind of ministry.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, May 3, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Eloise & John Snider), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 3, 2015, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

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

· Children’s Pre-baptismal class – 9:30-10:15 AM taught by Debbie Rushfelt

· 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, May 3, 2015, 10:30 AM – Ken Sewing will speak on the theme “Ubuntu (We Are One)” with Karen Birkby presiding. Karen will also serve as worship planner. The Saints Chorale will provide the ministry of music.

Monday, May 4, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATIONS AND REUNIONS

The Youth Camp registration forms and booklets are on the table in the Fellowship Hall next to the Bulletin Board. All forms are due on May 1. Also, Reunion Registration Forms are on the table as well.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.mp3

Jack Cave message presented on April 19, 2015, filename 20150419-JCave.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.

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books group will meet in the Church Library on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 7:00 PM to meet Dr. William Reed and discuss his book "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity."

"The Pulse of Hope" is available at Rainy Day Books but does not seem to be available in local libraries or on Amazon.

We hope you can join us in May for "The Pulse of Hope" discussion and visit by Dr. Reed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” Adult Sunday School Class series will conclude on April 26 with the following session.

April 26, “Religion vs. Spirituality,” discussion led by Jane Landrum. This session will wrap up the “Quest for Practical Spirituality” series.

Starting May 3, the Adult Sunday School class will begin studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.”

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, April 26, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Paul Hedrick), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, April 26, 2015, 10:30 AM –Bruce Rider will speak on the theme “Hear Christ’s Voice” with Jonathan Bacon presiding. Amanda Strom will serve as worship planner. Janice Hedrick, on the organ, will provide the ministry of music.

Monday, April 27, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATIONS AND REUNIONS

The Youth Camp registration forms and booklets are on the table in the Fellowship Hall next to the Bulletin Board. All forms are due on May 1. Also, Reunion Registration Forms are on the table as well.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.mp3

Jack Cave message presented on April 19, 2015, filename 20150419-JCave.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.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are in the works for Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date is not finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books group will meet in the Church Library on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 7:00 PM to meet Dr. William Reed and discuss his book "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity."

"The Pulse of Hope" is available at Rainy Day Books but does not seem to be available in local libraries or on Amazon.

We hope you can join us in May for "The Pulse of Hope" discussion and visit by Dr. Reed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

POTLUCK AFTER CHURCH

Next Sunday, April 19, there will be a Potluck after church. Please bring a dish to share and enjoy the fellowship that follows the morning worship (where Arlene Leonard will be ordained).

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” Adult Sunday School Class series will resume on April 19 with the following schedule.

April 19, “Success, Failure and Your Life Energy,” discussion led by Paul Bennetts.

April 26, “Religion vs. Spirituality,” discussion led by Jane Landrum. This session will wrap up the “Quest for Practical Spirituality” series.

Starting May 3, the Adult Sunday School class will begin studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.”

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday, April 13, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, April 19, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Karen & Larry Birkby), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, April 19, 2015, 10:30 AM –Jack Cave will speak on the theme “Hope Is Fulfilled” with Nadine Bennetts presiding. Nadine will also serve as worship planner. The Mission Bells will provide the ministry of music.

YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATIONS AND REUNIONS

The Youth Camp registration forms and booklets are on the table in the Fellowship Hall next to the Bulletin Board. All forms are due on May 1. Also, Reunion Registration Forms are on the table as well.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.mp3

Jerry Rushfelt message presented on April 12, 2015, filename 20150412-GRushfelt.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.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are in the works for Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date is not finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

NEXT ALL GOOD BOOKS CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the All Good Books group will meet in the Church Library on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 7:00 PM to meet Dr. William Reed and discuss his book "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity."

"The Pulse of Hope" is available at Rainy Day Books but does not seem to be available in local libraries or on Amazon.

If you want to read or hear more information on "The Pulse of Hope" check out the radio interview with Dr. Reed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ke4FHmnD-2c or visit his website at http://www.thepulseofhope.com/. There’s also a YouTube video about Dr. Reed and his life at https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=184&v=pzGnJq8DAwU

We hope you can join us in May for "The Pulse of Hope" discussion and visit by Dr. Reed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

BOOK CLUB MEETING THIS WEEK

This Thursday, April 9, 2015, at 7 PM the All Good Books group will meet in the Church Library of the Community of Christ church (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS 66208) to discuss "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline.

For the May meeting (on Thursday, May 14, 2015) we have an opportunity to visit with Dr. William Reed, the author of "The Pulse of Hope: A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity." So we’re rearranging our schedule to have Dr. Reed join us in May (thanks to the work of Eloise and John Snider). Other books on our schedule will be pushed forward a month.

"The Pulse of Hope" is only available at Rainy Day Books and is not available in local libraries (to the best of our knowledge) or on Amazon, so we’ve made arrangements to have copies available at out April 9 book club meeting. If you want a copy, please email me (Jonathan Bacon) and we’ll have a copy ready for you to purchase. The cost is $24.95 (includes tax) and checks should be made out to "Pulse of Hope" (that’s the foundation Dr. Reed has established). Payment by check only is available.

Please let me know ASAP if you want a copy, so we can have sufficient copies at the April meeting.

If you want to read or hear more information on "The Pulse of Hope" check out the radio interview with Dr. Reed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ke4FHmnD-2c or visit his website at http://www.thepulseofhope.com/. There’s also a YouTube video about Dr. Reed and his life at https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=184&v=pzGnJq8DAwU

We hope you can join us in April for "Orphan Train" and in May for "The Pulse of Hope."

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” Adult Sunday School Class series will resume on April 12 with the following topics (everyone is invited to attend the Registered Youth Worker Class this coming Sunday).

April 12, Registered Youth Worker Class, all invited, taught by Clint Reine.

April 19, “Success, Failure and Your Life Energy,” discussion led by Paul Bennetts.

April 26, “Religion vs. Spirituality,” discussion led by Jane Landrum. This session will wrap up the “Quest for Practical Spirituality” series.

Starting May 3, the Adult Sunday School class will begin studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.” Read

REGISTERED YOUTH WORKER CLASS

The World Church is requiring that everyone who works with the youth complete a training course. This includes individuals who work with Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible school, camps, youth groups and any related activities. It’s highly recommended that all priesthood members attend the training session.

Clint Reine will offer the Registered Youth Worker Class on Sunday, April 12, 2015 during the Adult Sunday School hour (it will replace the ongoing adult class). Please plan to join us on Sunday, April 12 in the Church Library.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday, April 8, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Thursday, April 9, 2015, 7:00 PM – The All Good Books group meets to discuss “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline. We will meet in the Church Library. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, April 8, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, April 12, 2015, 9:00 AM – Breakfast (Arlene and Lee Leonard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, April 12, 2015, 10:30 AM – Jack Cave will speak on the theme “We Believe” with Nadine Bennetts presiding. Nadine will also serve as worship planner. Adam Hoehn will provide the ministry of music.

Monday, April 13, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

PRAYER CIRCLE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

In an effort to grow our congregational family, the congregation is starting a "Prayer Circle." Those interested Prayer Warriors can gather to pray for the congregation and for the needs of individuals and friends of the congregation. The Prayer Circle will be on Wednesday evenings after choir practice starting at 7:40 PM. We all know the power of prayer. We hope you can join us as we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving to our Lord. The Prayer Circle is held in the quiet of the Library.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Avis Garrett-Baptist message presented on March 1, 2015, filename 20150301-AGarrettBaptist.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on March 8, 2015, filename 20150308-JONeal.mp3

Testimonies presented by Gloria Giles, Paul Hedrick and Cheryl Kennedy on March 15, 2015, filename 20150315-GGiles-PaulHedrick-CKennedy.mp3

Ken McLaughlin message presented on March 22, 2015, filename 20150322-KMcLaughlin.mp3

Karen Birkby message presented on March 29, 2015, filename 20150329-KBirkby.mp3

Good Friday Service presented on April 3, 2015, filename 20150403-GoodFriday.mp3

Gary Logan (Easter) message presented on April 5, 2015, filename 20150405-GLogan.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.

CENTER FOR HOPE

Bags for food or monetary donations for the Center are due by the last Sunday in April. Please remember the on-going need of those families served by the Center for Hope.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are in the works for Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date is not finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, March 30, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 1, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Wednesday, April 1, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Friday, April 3, 2015, 7:00 PM – Good Friday Service. The Good Friday story told through readings and music.

Sunday, April 5, 2015, 9:00 AM – Easter Morning Potluck Breakfast (bring your favorite dish to share), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall. Easter Egg hunt for the children also planned.

Sunday, April 5, 2015, 10:30 AM – Gary Logan will speak on the theme “Resurrected” with Jennifer Libeer presiding. Nadine Bennetts will serve as worship planner. The Saints Chorale will provide the ministry of music.

Thursday, April 9, 2015, 7:00 PM – The All Good Books group meets to discuss “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline. We’ll meet in the Church Library. Everyone welcome.

EASTER SUNDAY ACTIVITIES!

Our Easter celebration will begin with our annual Potluck Breakfast at 9 AM Easter morning. Everyone, please bring a favorite breakfast dish to share. Marge Trinkl is coordinating the activity. Check with Marge if you have questions. There will be an Easter egg hunt for the children before the 10:30 AM worship service. Avis and Jeremy Baptist will lead that activity. There will be no Adult Sunday School class Easter morning.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” Adult Sunday School Class series will resume on April 12 with the following topics (no class on Easter Sunday, instead join in the Easter activities).

April 12, Registered Youth Worker Class, all invited, taught by Clint Reine.

April 19, “Success, Failure and Your Life Energy,” discussion led by Paul Bennetts.

April 26, “Religion vs. Spirituality,” discussion led by Jane Landrum. This session will wrap up the “Quest for Practical Spirituality” series.

Starting May 3, the Adult Sunday School class will begin studying Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People: The Era of Reorganization, 1844 to 1946.”

HONDURAS ELECTRICAL ACCESS PROJECT

As of Sunday, March 29, the Mission Road Community of Christ has met the $5,000 goal to fund (through the Health Ministries Association) the electrical access project for the El Cisin community. This will enable the village to cover the upfront cost of installing electricity in their village. Any additional funds contributed will go into the congregations general fund.

REGISTERED YOUTH WORKER CLASS

The World Church is requiring that everyone who works with the youth complete a training course. This includes individuals who work with Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible school, camps, youth groups and any related activities. It’s highly recommended that all priesthood members attend the training session.

Clint Reine will offer the Registered Youth Worker Class on Sunday, April 12, 2015 during the Adult Sunday School hour (it will replace the ongoing adult class). Please plan to join us on Sunday, April 12 in the Church Library.

CENTRAL AVENUE CENTER OF HOPE UPDATE

Do you wonder what the grocery bags in the hallway outside the church sanctuary are for? They’re for members who are willing to participate in Central Avenue Center of Hope food drive. You may grab a bag and take it home to fill with food items and then return to the church for the Center. The Center is hoping that members will refill the bags several times during March and April, if you’re able. However, if each family would bring a bag of food at least once during the drive that would help tremendously.

In the past the Center has participated in the Feinstein grant which provided a dollar for every pound of food donated. That grant is no longer available but there’s a new Central Avenue Resource Drive (or C.A.R.D.) grant that once again provides a dollar monetary contribution for each pound of food items gathered. This type of grant typically provides 25% or more of the Center’s budget each year, so your participation is urgently needed. Please take a bag home and fill it or just bring in food items and place in the bag of your choice.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are being made to hold Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date has yet to be finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

PRAYER CIRCLE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

In an effort to grow our congregational family, the congregation is starting a "Prayer Circle." Those interested Prayer Warriors can gather to pray for the congregation and for the needs of individuals and friends of the congregation. The Prayer Circle will be on Wednesday evenings after choir practice starting at 7:40 PM. We all know the power of prayer. We hope you can join us as we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving to our Lord. The Prayer Circle is held in the quiet of the Library.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Avis Garrett-Baptist message presented on March 1, 2015, filename 20150301-AGarrettBaptist.mp3

John O’Neal message presented on March 8, 2015, filename 20150308-JONeal.mp3

Testimonies presented by Gloria Giles, Paul Hedrick and Cheryl Kennedy on March 15, 2015, filename 20150315-GGiles-PaulHedrick-CKennedy.mp3

Ken McLaughlin message presented on March 22, 2015, filename 20150322-KMcLaughlin.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.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015, 7:40 PM – The Prayer Circle meets in the quiet of the Church Library.

Sunday, March 29, 2015, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Caryn and Ron Millard and Alisa Morse), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, March 29, 2015, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Pre-baptismal class – 9:30-10:15 AM taught by Debbie Rushfelt
• 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, March 29, 2015, 10:30 AM – Karen Birkby will speak on the theme “Walk the Via Dolorosa (Way of Grief)” with John O’Neal presiding. Pam O’Neal will serve as worship planner. Jane Landrum with Pennie Bunkers and Evelyn with Audrey Parker will provide two offerings of ministry of music.

Monday, March 30, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Friday, April 3, 2015, 7:00 PM – Good Friday Service.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” Adult Sunday School Class series will continue with the following topics:

March 29, “Success, Failure and Our Life Energy,” discussion led by Paul Bennetts.

April 5, no class, instead join in the Easter Sunday activities.

April 12, Registered Youth Worker Class, all invited, taught by Clint Reine.

April 19, “Religion vs. Spirituality,” discussion lead by Jane Landrum.

The class is team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer.

HONDURAS ELECTRICAL ACCESS PROJECT

On March 1st, the Mission Road Community of Christ approved a resolution to provide a $5,000.00 donation to the Health Ministries Association to help the El Cisin community in funding the upfront cost of installing electricity in their village. Providing for this need addresses the Church’s Mission Initiative of Abolishing Poverty and Suffering by assisting to develop community. These funds will open doors of access that have been closed because these people are economically poor. Electricity will raise their standard of living and allow them to have a better life alleviating suffering from poor health, ignorance, and exploitation.

Your contributions are encouraged to cover the $5,000 needed for the El Cisin Electrical Access project. Donations in your church offertory envelopes or by check to Pennie Bunkers (Congregational Financial Officer) need to note that the funds are for the Honduras Project. Through Sunday, March 22, 2015; $3,945 has been collected of the $5,000 needed, that puts us 79% of the way to our goal.

EASTER SUNDAY ACTIVITIES!

Our Easter celebration will begin with our annual Potluck Breakfast at 9 AM Easter morning. Everyone, please bring a favorite breakfast dish to share. Marge Trinkl is coordinating the activity. Check with Marge if you have questions. There will be an Easter egg hunt for the children before the 10:30 AM worship service. Avis and Jeremy Baptist will lead that activity. There will be no Adult Sunday School class Easter morning.

REGISTERED YOUTH WORKER CLASS

The World Church is requiring that everyone who works with the youth complete a training course. This includes individuals who work with Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible school, camps, youth groups and any related activities. It’s highly recommended that all priesthood members attend the training session.

Clint Reine will offer the Registered Youth Worker Class on Sunday, April 12, 2015 during the Adult Sunday School hour (it will replace the ongoing adult class). Please plan to join us on Sunday, April 12 in the Church Library.

CENTRAL AVENUE CENTER OF HOPE UPDATE

Do you wonder what the grocery bags in the hallway outside the church sanctuary are for? They’re for members who are willing to participate in Central Avenue Center of Hope food drive. You may grab a bag and take it home to fill with food items and then return to the church for the Center. The Center is hoping that members will refill the bags several times during March and April, if you’re able. However, if each family would bring a bag of food at least once during the drive that would help tremendously.

In the past the Center has participated in the Feinstein grant which provided a dollar for every pound of food donated. That grant is no longer available but there’s a new Central Avenue Resource Drive (or C.A.R.D.) grant that once again provides a dollar monetary contribution for each pound of food items gathered. This type of grant typically provides 25% or more of the Center’s budget each year, so your participation is urgently needed. Please take a bag home and fill it or just bring in food items and place in the bag of your choice.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Plans are being made to hold Vacation Bible School (VBS) in July 2015. The exact date has yet to be finalized. Please talk to Karen Birkby if you are interested in assisting with VBS in any capacity.

PRAYER CIRCLE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

In an effort to grow our congregational family, the congregation is starting a "Prayer Circle." Those interested Prayer Warriors can gather to pray for the congregation and for the needs of individuals and friends of the congregation. The Prayer Circle will be on Wednesday evenings after choir practice starting at 7:40 PM. We all know the power of prayer. We hope you can join us as we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving to our Lord. The Prayer Circle is held in the quiet of the Library.