Mission Road – Community of Christ

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, January 12, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal.

Wednesday, January 14, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Thursday, January 15, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books Club meets at 7:00 PM at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Sunday, January 18, 2015, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Ron Millard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, January 18, 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)
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, January 18, 2015, 10:30 AM – Ron Millard will speak on the theme “Can Anything Good Come Out of [fill in the blank]?” with Clint Reine presiding. Clint will also serve as worship planner. Mission Bells will offer the ministry of music.

Sunday, January 18, 2015, 6-8 PM – Church Art Group meets at the home of Avis and Jeremy Baptist.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

The memorial service for Fannie White, mother of Alex, will be held Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 11:00 A. M. at the St. Stephens’s Baptist Church. It is located at 1440 Truman Rd., Kansas City, Mo.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The new Adult Sunday School Class series (“The Quest for Practical Spirituality”) continues on Sunday, January 11, 2015 during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:20 AM). This week’s session focuses on “What’s Your Path in Life?” Class discussion lead by Jane Landrum. There is no class text, but handouts and sometimes videos will kick-start class discussion. The class is team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer.

CHURCH ART GROUP

The meetings resume on January 18, 2015 and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Jonathan Bacon’s message on December 7, 2014, filename 20141207-JBacon.mp3

Bruce Rider’s message on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-BRider.mp3

Vesper Service recording on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-Vespers.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on December 21, 2014, filename 20141221-CReine.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on December 28, 2014, filename 20141228-JONeal.mp3

Jennifer Libeer’s message on January 4, 2015, filename 20150104-JLibeer.mp3

Karen Birkby’s message on January 11, 2015, filename 20150111-KBirkby.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.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in January, but meetings will resume in February. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

CARD GAME PARTY

Join us for an evening of Court Whist, starting at 7:00 on Saturday January 24. It will be held in the church Fellowship hall. Please sign up as soon as possible. Let us know if you can bring a card table and a deck of cards. Also sign up for the kind of snack you will bring to share. We need to know number attending so we get the right number of card tables and decks of cards from those willing to share. There will be games for children, too. If you have questions please call Karen Birkby or Debbie Rushfelt. Hope to see you!

CHURCH KEY NEWS

The back exit door to the fellowship hall is now "keyed" like the main west entrance door to the church. If you have a key to the main entrance door it will also fit the back fellowship hall door.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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

Sunday, January 11, 2015, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Arlene and Lee Leonard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, January 11, 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)
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, January 11, 2015, 10:30 AM – Karen Birkby will speak on the theme “Of Water and Spirit” with Linda Dayton presiding. Linda will also serve as worship planner. The Saints Chorale will offer the ministry of music.

Monday, January 12, 2015, 7:00-8:30 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal.

Wednesday, January 14, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Thursday, January 15, 2015, 7:00 PM – All Good Books Club meets at 7:00 PM at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The new Adult Sunday School Class series (“The Quest for Practical Spirituality”) continues on Sunday, January 11, 2015 during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:20 AM). This week’s session focuses on “The Role of Pain and Suffering in Life.” There is no class text, but handouts and sometimes videos will kick-start class discussion. The class will be team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer.

MITTEN TREE IS WAITING FOR YOU

Needed: Mittens, scarfs, coats, hats…any winter clothing. Please remember those in need during this very cold season of the year. All items added to the Mitten Tree will be donated to the Central Avenue Center of Hope for distribution to the homeless and needy.

CHURCH ART GROUP

The meetings resume on January 18, 2015 and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Phil Hedrick’s message on November 30, 2014, filename 20141130-PhilHedrick.mp3

Jonathan Bacon’s message on December 7, 2014, filename 20141207-JBacon.mp3

Bruce Rider’s message on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-BRider.mp3

Vesper Service recording on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-Vespers.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on December 21, 2014, filename 20141221-CReine.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on December 28, 2014, filename 20141228-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.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in January, but meetings will resume in February. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, January 1, 2015 – No Ukulele Group meeting.

Sunday, January 4, 2015, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Greg Stollsteimer), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, January 4, 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 resumes – 9:30-10:15 PM
• God’s Kids – 9:30 – 11:30 AM – Children’s Library
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, January 4, 2015, 10:30 AM – Jennifer Libeer will speak on the theme “Proclaim Deliverance” with Jim McLaughlin presiding. Jim will also serve as worship planner. Susan and Merrill Clark will offer the ministry of music.

Sunday, January 4, 2015, 6-9 PM – Church Art Group meets at the Baptist Home.

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

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Sunday School Class begins a new series of topics addressing “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” beginning Sunday, January 4, 2015 during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:20 AM). The weekly exploration will delve into how Christianity and spirituality can help us live life more fully in today’s world. Some of the topics covered will include: “How to Connect with God,” “The Role of Pain and Suffering in Life,” “Why Are We Here?” “The Power of Your Thoughts,” “Forgiveness: Freedom From Hate,” “Success, Failure and Your Life Energy,” “Religion vs. Spirituality,” “The Right View and Becoming as Children,” and more. There will be no class text, but handouts and videos will kick-start class discussion. The class will be team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer.

For the January 4 class session, the class will include a burning bowl prayer offering. If you wish to participate, just mentally bring a prayer for the New Year or mentally consider a burden, issue or concern that you want to give to the Lord and never carry again. That is your homework assignment.

MITTEN TREE IS WAITING FOR YOU

Needed: Mittens, scarfs, coats, hats…any winter clothing. Please remember those in need during this very cold season of the year. All items added to the Mitten Tree will be donated to the Central Avenue Center of Hope for distribution to the homeless and needy.

CHURCH ART GROUP

The meetings resume on January 4, 2015 and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Phil Hedrick’s message on November 30, 2014, filename 20141130-PhilHedrick.mp3

Jonathan Bacon’s message on December 7, 2014, filename 20141207-JBacon.mp3

Bruce Rider’s message on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-BRider.mp3

Vesper Service recording on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-Vespers.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on December 21, 2014, filename 20141221-CReine.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on December 28, 2014, filename 20141228-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.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in January, but meetings will resume in February. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, December 24, 2014, 6:30 PM – No Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Sunday, December 28, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Marge & John Trinkl), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, December 28, 2014, 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 resumes – 9:30-10:15 PM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, December 28, 2014, 10:30 AM – John O’Neal will speak on the theme “Guided by the Spirit” with Brian Libeer presiding. Brian will also serve as worship planner. Jennifer Libeer and Jane Landrum will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The Adult Class will conclude for now the discussion of The Book of Mormon and the Mark Scherer Church History volume 1. For the concluding session, the class will discuss “Book of Mormon Stories That Teach” and “Why We Should Use the Book of Mormon.” Jonathan Bacon will discuss the new adult class that starts in January 2015.

NEW ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS STARTS IN JANUARY 2015

The Adult Sunday School Class begins a new series of topics addressing “The Quest for Practical Spirituality” beginning on Sunday, January 4, 2015 during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:20 AM). The weekly exploration will delve into how Christianity and spirituality can help us live life more fully in today’s world. Some of the topics covered will include: “How to Connect with God,” “The Role of Pain and Suffering in Life,” “Why Are We Here?” “The Power of Your Thoughts,” “Forgiveness: Freedom From Hate,” “Success, Failure and Your Life Energy,” “Religion vs. Spirituality,” “The Right View and Becoming as Children,” and more. There will be no class text, but handouts and videos will kick-start class discussion. The class will be team taught by Jonathan Bacon, Paul Bennetts, Jane Landrum and Jennifer Libeer.

MITTEN TREE IS WAITING FOR YOU

Needed: Mittens, scarfs, coats, hats…any winter clothing. Please remember those in need during this very cold season of the year. All items added to the Mitten Tree will be donated to the Central Avenue Center of Hope for distribution to the homeless and needy.

CHURCH ART GROUP

In December, there will be no Art Group meetings because of the Christmas holiday. However, in January the meetings will resume and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Phil Hedrick’s message on November 30, 2014, filename 20141130-PhilHedrick.mp3

Jonathan Bacon’s message on December 7, 2014, filename 20141207-JBacon.mp3

Bruce Rider’s message on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-BRider.mp3

Vesper Service recording on December 14, 2014, filename 20141214-Vespers.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.

NEEDED: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS TAKE-DOWN TEAM!

We will be taking down all of our Christmas decorations on Sunday, December 28, 2014 after the morning worship service. Please Sign up to help! We need your help so please sign upon the form posted in the Narthex (Hallway)!

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in December, but will resume in January. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, December 17, 2014, 6:30 PM – No Saints’ Chorale rehearsal.

Sunday, December 21, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Eloise & John Snider), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, December 21, 2014, 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 resumes – 9:30-10:15 PM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, December 21, 2014, 10:30 AM – Clint Reine will speak on the theme “His Name is Jesus (Peace)” with Larry Birkby presiding. Karen Birkby will serve as worship planner. The Mission Bells will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

At the beginning of the Adult Class, members will have a few minutes to share comments on last Sunday’s discussion of “The Book of Mormon and What It Says About Social Justice.” Next, Jonathan Bacon will describe the new adult class that will start in January 2015. If time permits, the class will begin a discussion of “Book of Mormon Stories That Teach.“

MITTEN TREE IS WAITING FOR YOU

Needed: Mittens, scarfs, coats, hats…any winter clothing. Please remember those in need during this very cold season of the year. All items added to the Mitten Tree will be donated to the Central Avenue Center of Hope for distribution to the homeless and needy.

DID YOU GET A CHRISTMAS TAG?

Tags were distributed Sunday for Christmas gifts but more are available (on the guest book stand by the entrance to the church). Contact the McLaughlins with questions about the gift needs (913-908-6982, brendamcl68). The tags identify the gender and age of the recipients. All donations are due back on Sunday, December 21, 2014 and the gifts will be distributed through the Central Avenue Center of Hope.

CHURCH ART GROUP

In December, there will be no Art Group meetings because of the Christmas holiday. However, in January the meetings will resume and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in December, but will resume in January. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Saturday, December 13, 2014, 9:30-10:30 AM – SPECIAL REHEARSAL for all children participating in the Vesper service on Sunday the 14th. This rehearsal is VERY important for all children; it will be the time for wearing costumes and, also, the Readers will practice using a microphone.

Sunday, December 14, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Ron Millard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, December 14, 2014, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Christmas Program Rehearsal (ages 5-15) – 9:30-10:10 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:25 (early start) to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, December 14, 2014, 10:30 AM – Bruce Rider will speak on the theme “Rejoice in the Lord (Joy)” with Robin Payne presiding. Debbie Rushfelt will serve as worship planner. Saints Chorale will offer the ministry of music.

Sunday, December 14, 2014, 5:30 PM – Christmas Vesper Service, with music readings, and a visit from a special guest (and snacks) after the service.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The class will continue the discussion of the Book of Mormon facilitated by Jonathan Bacon.

VESPERS SERVICE

Plan to attend the Mission Road 2014 Vesper Service this Sunday, December 14 starting at 5:30 PM. The children in our congregation, have been practicing music and readings, and will be among the participants in the service. A reception with cookies will follow and we expect a special guest to appear.

NEEDED COOKIES FOR VESPER SERVICE!

Volunteers needed to bring cookies on Sunday, December 14 for the 5:30 PM Vesper Service. The cookies will be the snack after the service when a special guest is expected to meet with the children. Contact Kennetha Kuttler if you have questions.

MITTEN TREE IS WAITING FOR YOU

Needed: Mittens, scarfs, coats, hats…any winter clothing. Please remember those in need during this very cold season of the year. All items added to the Mitten Tree will be donated to the Central Avenue Center of Hope for distribution to the homeless and needy.

DID YOU GET A CHRISTMAS TAG?

Tags were distributed Sunday for Christmas gifts but more are available. Contact the McLaughlins with questions or to obtain a tag brendamcl68). The tags identify the gender and age of the recipients. All donations are due back on Sunday, December 21, 2014 and the gifts will be distributed through the Central Avenue Center of Hope.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

The Children’s Pre-Baptismal class will resume on December 21st and conclude either January 18 or 25, 2015. The class is not being held until the 21st so the children can participate in the rehearsal for the Christmas program.

CHURCH ART GROUP

In December, there will be no Art Group meetings because of the Christmas holiday. However, in January the meetings will resume and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Melanie Baker’s message on November 2, 2014, filename 20141102-MBaker.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on November 9, 2014, filename 20141109-JONeal.mp3

Ted Scott’s message on November 16, 2014, filename 20141116-TScott.mp3

Gerald Rushfelt’s message on November 23, 2014, filename 20141123-GRushfelt.mp3

Phil Hedrick’s message on November 30, 2014, filename 20141130-PhilHedrick.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.

NEEDED: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS TAKE-DOWN TEAM!

We will be taking down all of our Christmas decorations on Sunday, December 28, 2014 after the morning worship service. Please Sign up to help! We need your help so please sign upon the form posted in the Narthex (Hallway)!

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in December, but will resume in January. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

ATTENTION WORSHIP PLANNERS AND PROVIDERS

Please remember that all order of worships and any bulletin announcements are due one week prior to your worship service date. The musicians, pianist, PowerPoint person, printing and folding process, and many others need preparation time for their portion of the service. Everyone understands there may be unusual circumstances that require a worship planner and presider to be late occasionally. Please remember early preparation helps everyone to be in the appropriate spiritual place to contribute effectively to the worship experience. This has been our deadline for 20 years now.

Also please remember that it is generally the responsibility of the worship planner to consult the worship helps, designed the general worship experience, and call the individuals listed as participants that are on the quarterly worship schedule. The presider should be involved in this process and assist in this process as much as possible as well as execute the service plan.

Additionally please consult your pianist/organist as well as the Mission Bells and Saints Chorale directors as early as possible; two weeks would be ideal. These individuals can help in hymn selection, and placement of their groups music pieces in the best place during the service. It also gives the pianist/organist time to practice, versus sight read, the hymns.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, December 1, 2014, 7:00 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, December 3, 2014, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Sunday, December 7, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Jonathan Bacon), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, December 7, 2014, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Children’s Christmas Program Rehearsal (ages 5-15) – 9:30-10:10 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, December 7, 2014, 10:30 AM – Jonathan Bacon will speak on the theme “Prepare the Way (Love)” with Jane Landrum presiding. Larry Birkby will serve as worship planner. Cheryl Kennedy will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

On Sunday, December 7, 2014, the class will return to a study of the Book of Mormon with Jonathan Bacon leading the exploration.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

The Children’s Pre-Baptismal class will resume on December 21st and conclude either January 18 or 25, 2015. The class is not being held until the 21st so the children can participate in the rehearsal for the Christmas program.

CHURCH ART GROUP

In December, there will be no Art Group meetings because of the Christmas holiday. However, in January the meetings will resume and all are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You do not have to be an artist to attend; only a willingness to try is necessary.

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Melanie Baker’s message on November 2, 2014, filename 20141102-MBaker.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on November 9, 2014, filename 20141109-JONeal.mp3

Ted Scott’s message on November 16, 2014, filename 20141116-TScott.mp3

Gerald Rushfelt’s message on November 23, 2014, filename 20141123-GRushfelt.mp3

Phil Hedrick’s message on November 30, 2014, filename 20141130-PhilHedrick.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.

NEEDED: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS TAKE-DOWN TEAM!

We will be taking down all of our Christmas decorations on Sunday, December 28, 2014 after the morning worship service. Please Sign up to help! We need your help so please sign upon the form posted in the Narthex (Hallway)!

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The book club will not meet in December. The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

No meeting in December, but will resume in January. Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, November 24, 2014, 7:00 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, November 26, 2014, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Sunday, November 30, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Eloise and John Snider), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, November 30, 2014, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Pre-Baptismal Class – 9:30-10:15 PM in Children’s Library (downstairs).
• Pre-Teen class will meet in a downstairs classroom – 9:30 to 10:15.
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, November 30, 2014, 10:30 AM – Phil Hedrick will speak on the theme “Watch for the Lord (Hope)” with Linda Dayton presiding. Linda will also serve as worship planner. Jennifer Libeer will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

On Sunday, November 30, 2014, Barbara Bernauer will present information with slides regarding the finding of the Joseph Jr. and Hyrum Smith’s bones (later reburied in Nauvoo) by Barbara’s grandfather, W. O. Hands. The information supplements details about the Nauvoo period of church history and the death of Joseph Jr. covered in Volume 1 of the Mark Scherer Church History.

CHURCH ART GROUP

All are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You don’t have to be an artist to attend, only a willingness to try is necessary.

2015 PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE

The Pastor Search Committee (Margaret Athey, Avis Garrett-Baptist, Jim McLaughlin, Ron Millard, Eloise Snider, and Jerry Rushfelt) have proposed a leadership model with pastors Karen and Larry Birkby with assistants to be determined. The pastorate would be assisted by a leadership team that would focus ministries in specific areas: Small Groups, Priesthood Development, Outreach, Young Adults, Pastoral Care, Worship, Music, Education, Children, Youth, Seniors, Building, and others as needed..

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Rich Emslie and Jane Landrum’s message on October 5, 2014, filename 20141005-REmslie-JLandrum.mp3

Jennifer Libeer’s message on October 12, 2014, filename 20141012-JLibeer.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on October 19, 2014, filename 20141019-CReine.mp3

Jane Landrum presiding on October 26, 2014, filename 20141026-JLandrum.mp3

Melanie Baker’s message on November 2, 2014, filename 20141102-MBaker.mp3

John O’Neal’s message on November 9, 2014, filename 20141109-JONeal.mp3

Ted Scott’s message on November 16, 2014, filename 20141116-TScott.mp3

Gerald Rushfelt’s message on November 23, 2014, filename 20141123-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.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com

CHURCH UKULELE GROUP

Do you have a Ukulele in your closet or ever wanted to learn to play? You’re invited to join a fun, social group that learning to play the Ukulele! The Ukulele Group meets at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month. Part of the fun is sharing a potluck meal together as well! Contact Avis Garrett-Baptist for more information!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, November 17, 2014, 7:00 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Sunday, November 23, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Clint & Adrienne Reine), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, November 23, 2014, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Pre-Teen class will meet in a downstairs classroom – 9:30 to 10:15.
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, November 23, 2014, 10:30 AM – Jill Gulledge will speak on the theme “When Did We See You?” with Rich Emslie presiding. Debbie Rushfelt will serve as worship planner. Merrill and Susan Clark will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

On Sunday, November 23, 2014, Jane Landrum will lead the discussion on Mark A. Scherer’s “The Journey of a People.” The class will focus on finishing Chapter 16 and then starting subsequent chapters in Scherer’s book.

CHURCH ART GROUP

All are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You don’t have to be an artist to attend, only a willingness to try is necessary.

2015 PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE

The Pastor Search Committee (Margaret Athey, Avis Garrett-Baptist, Jim McLaughlin, Ron Millard, Eloise Snider, and Jerry Rushfelt) have proposed a leadership model with pastors Karen and Larry Birkby with assistants to be determined. The pastorate would be assisted by a leadership team that would focus ministries in specific areas: Small Groups, Priesthood Development, Outreach, Young Adults, Pastoral Care, Worship, Music, Education, Children, Youth, Seniors, Building, and others as needed..

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Rich Emslie and Jane Landrum’s message on October 5, 2014, filename 20141005-REmslie-JLandrum.mp3

Jennifer Libeer’s message on October 12, 2014, filename 20141012-JLibeer.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on October 19, 2014, filename 20141019-CReine.mp3

Jane Landrum presiding on October 26, 2014, filename 20141026-JLandrum.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

Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 6:30 PM – Saints’ Chorale rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Sunday, November 16, 2014, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Greg Stollsteimer), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, November 16, 2014, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Nursery available – 9:30-11:30 AM in downstairs Nursery.
• Pre-Teen class will meet in a downstairs classroom – 9:30 to 10:15.
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM.

Sunday, November 16, 2014, 10:30 AM – Ted Scott, G.S., Uncle of Cheryl Kennedy, will speak on the theme “Make Responsible Choices” with Jane Landrum presiding. Avis-Garrett-Baptist will serve as worship planner. Mission Bells and Cheryl Kennedy will offer the ministry of music.

Sunday, November 16, 2014, After the Morning Worship – Potluck followed by 2014 Congregational Business Meeting.

Monday, November 10, 2014, 7:00 PM – Mission Bells Rehearsal in Church Sanctuary.

Thursday, November 13, 2014, 7:00 PM – The All Good Books group meets at the Leawood Pioneer Library to discuss “Me Before You” by JoJo Moyes.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

On Sunday, November 16, 2014, Jane Landrum will lead the discussion on Mark A. Scherer’s “The Journey of a People.” The class will focus on finishing Chapter 16 and then starting subsequent chapters in Scherer’s book.

2014 CONGREGATIONAL BUSINESS MEETING

Please be aware we have tentatively scheduled our Annual Business Meeting for Sunday, November 16, 2014. We will plan to have a potluck dinner after church followed by the business meeting. The budget and congregational officers and Pastors will be the main topics.

CHURCH ART GROUP

All are invited to the Church Art Group, which is held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month at the Avis and Jeremy Baptist Home from 6:00-9:00 PM. You don’t have to be an artist to attend, only a willingness to try is necessary.

2015 PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE

The Pastor Search Committee (Margaret Athey, Avis Garrett-Baptist, Jim McLaughlin, Ron Millard, Eloise Snider, and Jerry Rushfelt) have proposed a leadership model with pastors Karen and Larry Birkby with assistants to be determined. The pastorate would be assisted by a leadership team that would focus ministries in specific areas: Small Groups, Priesthood Development, Outreach, Young Adults, Pastoral Care, Worship, Music, Education, Children, Youth, Seniors, Building, and others as needed..

MISSION ROAD WORSHIP SERVICE PODCASTS

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

Recently added podcasts include:

Rich Emslie and Jane Landrum’s message on October 5, 2014, filename 20141005-REmslie-JLandrum.mp3

Jennifer Libeer’s message on October 12, 2014, filename 20141012-JLibeer.mp3

Clint Reine’s message on October 19, 2014, filename 20141019-CReine.mp3

Jane Landrum presiding on October 26, 2014, filename 20141026-JLandrum.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.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books Club is scheduled for 7:00 PM on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “Me Before You” by JoJo Moyes. Avis Garrett-Baptist will facilitate the discussion.

Start reading now so you can join the discussion!

For information on upcoming book club dates and titles, plus a list of past reads, check out the book club’s website at http://allbooksclub.wordpress.com