Mission Road – Community of Christ

Thursday, August 8, 2013, 7:00 PM – All Good Books club meets at Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss “This Book Will Save Your Life” by A.M. Homes.  

Sunday, August 11, 2013, 8:00 AM – Priesthood and Leaders Devotion, please come and share.

Sunday, August 11, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Greg Stollsteimer), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, August 11, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (across the hall and to the left at the base of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, August 11, 2013, 10:30 AM – Linda Dayton will speak on the theme “Live in Faith” with Jim McLaughlin presiding. Brenda McLaughlin will also serve as worship planner. A vocal ensemble will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The adult class has begun studying “The Journey of a People” by Church Historian Mark A. Scherer (on the first and second Sundays of each month) and also focusing on “Investigating the Book of Mormon” (on the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of each month).

Sunday, August 11, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will continue discussion of Mark A. Scherer’s “The Journey of a People, Volume I.” The book is not required but for those interested; the two volume set is available from Herald House for $59.95.  If you have the books, please read chapters 1-2. Jane Landrum will lead this class.

Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will continue discussion of the Book of Mormon using Alan D. Tyree’s text “Millions Call It Scripture: The Book of Mormon in the 21^st Century.” The book is not required but for those interested; it is available from Herald House for $19.95.  Additionally, we’ll also cover some information in “The Book of Mormon’s Witness to Its First Readers” by Dale E. Luffman. If you have the books, please read chapters 1-2 in each book. Jonathan Bacon will lead this class.

Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will continue discussion of the Book of Mormon. Jonathan Bacon will lead this class.

ALL GOOD BOOKS GROUP

The next meeting of the All Good Books Club will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at the Leawood Pioneer Library (4700 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS) to discuss

“This Book Will Save Your Life” by A. M. Homes. “This Book Will Save Your Life” is a “vivid, revealing novel about compassion, transformation, and what can happen if you are willing to lose yourself and open up to the world around you….” (GoodReads Review)

Whether you’ve read the book or just want to hear more about it, join us on Thursday, August 8.

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

Monday Thru Wednesday, July 29-30, 2013, 6:30-8:30 PM – Vacation Bible School.  Activities for all ages of children and adults! This year’s overall theme is “God’s Backyard Bible Camp- Under the Stars.”

Each night’s theme will focus on “Serving.” On Monday we’ll focus on “Serve Family,” on Tuesday “Serve Community” and on Wednesday “Serve Jesus.” Adults, tonight we’ll discuss discovering and recording your family history, tomorrow we’ll talk about Social Networks (Facebook, Twitter and so on) and Wednesday we’ll have an open book discussion. Come join us each night!

Sunday, August 4, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Ron Millard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, August 4, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (across the hall and to the left at the base of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM and then they can join the God’s Kids or go upstairs at 10:30 AM.
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 11:30 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, August 4, 2013, 10:30 AM – Mikki Young will speak on the theme “Share Generously” with Ron Millard presiding. Ron will also serve as worship planner. Pam Gregory will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The adult class has begun “Investigating the Book of Mormon” (on the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of each month) and the study of “The Journey of a People” by Church Historian Mark A. Scherer (on the first and second Sundays of each month).

Sunday, August 4, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will begin discussion of Mark A. Scherer’s “The Journey of a People, Volume I.” The book is not required but for those interested; the two volume set is available from Herald House for $59.95.  Please begin reading chapters 1-2 for this Sunday. Jane Landrum will lead the class.

Sunday, July 28, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Jonathan Bacon), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, July 28, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (across the hall and to the left at the base of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, July 28, 2013, 10:30 AM – Jill Gulledge will speak on the theme “Teach Us to Pray” with Dorothy May presiding. Nadine Bennetts will serve as worship planner. Corie Vogel will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

The adult class has begun “Investigating the Book of Mormon” (on the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of each month) and the study of “The Journey of a People” by Church Historian Mark A. Scherer (on the first and second Sundays of each month).

Sunday, July 29, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will focus on Chapter 1 of “Millions Call it Scripture: The Book of Mormon in the 21^st Century” by Alan D. Tyree ($19.95 from Herald House) and Chapter 1 of “The Book of Mormon’s Witness to Its First Readers” by Dale E. Luffman ($19.95 from Herald House). You do NOT need to buy the books, but for those interested in reading, we’ll indicate each week the chapter being discussed. We’ll also continue the discussion of “What is scripture?” Bring your “Book of Mormon,” each week we’ll talk about a different story or passage in addition to reviewing current issues, criticisms and challenges of the book. Jonathan Bacon will lead the class.

Sunday, August 4, 2013 at 9:30 AM – the class will begin discussion of Mark A. Scherer’s “The Journey of a People, Volume I.” Again, the book is not required but for those interested; the two volume set is available from Herald House for $59.95. Jane Landrum will lead the class.

Sunday, July 21, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Debbie Rushfelt), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, July 21, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (across the hall and to the left at the base of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, July 21, 2013, 10:30 AM – Jim McLaughlin will speak on the theme “What Matters Most?” with Avis Garrett-Baptist presiding. Jane Landrum will serve as worship planner. Susan and Merrill Clark will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Starting Sunday, July 21, 2013, the adult class will begin the study of church history (using Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People” on the first and second Sundays of each month (taught by Jane Landrum) and a study of the background, origination and contemporary commentaries on the “Book of Mormon” on the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of each month (taught by Jonathan Bacon). More information will be posted later on the new class.

Thursday, July 11, 2013, 7:00 PM – All Good Books Club meets at in the Church Library to discuss “Marcelo in the Real World” by Francisco X. Stork.

Sunday, July 14, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Marge & John Trinkl), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, July 14, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (across the hall and to the left at the base of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, July 14, 2013, 10:30 AM – Kennetha Kuttler will speak on the theme “Who Is Your Neighbor?” with Jonathan Bacon presiding. Margaret Athey will serve as worship planner. Pennie Bunkers will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

This Sunday, the Adult Class will conclude the study of “Signal Communities…Reflect Christ’s Peace” (a text recommended by the World Church). Copies are still available on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Take a copy and if you’re able, please add the $12 cost to their regular congregational offering.

July 14, 2013: Session 6 Signal Communities – Speak and Live Christ’s Mission – instructor: Jennifer Libeer

Starting Sunday, July 21, 2013, the class will begin the study of church history (using Mark Scherer’s “The Journey of a People” on the first and second Sundays of each month (taught by Jane Landrum) and a study of the background, origination and contemporary commentaries on the “Book of Mormon” on the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of each month (taught by Jonathan Bacon).

Thursday, July 4, 2013, 7:30 AM-1:00 PM – VillageFest at Prairie Village Park, adjacent to the church, with Chris Cakes pancake breakfast (starting at 7:30 AM), live music, petting farm and more.

Thursday, July 4, 2013, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Fourth of July Celebration at the church with inflatables, hot dogs, drinks, and other yard fun!

Sunday, July 7, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Arlene and Lee Leonard), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, July 7, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (just to the right when you arrive at the foot of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 11:30 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, July 7, 2013, 10:30 AM – Ron Millard will speak on the theme “Humble Yourself” with Robin Payne presiding. Avis Garrett-Baptist will serve as worship planner. Charles Athey will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Again this Sunday, the Adult Class will continue studying “Signal Communities…Reflect Christ’s Peace” (a text recommended by the World Church). Copies are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Take a copy and if you’re able, please add the $12 cost to their regular congregational offering.

The schedule for the remaining few weeks follow:

July 7, 2013: Session 5 Signal Communities – Honor the Sacredness of Creation – instructor: Avis Garrett-Baptist

July 14, 2013: Session 6 Signal Communities – Speak and Live Christ’s Mission – instructor: Jennifer Libeer

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Marge and John Trinkl), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (just to the right when you arrive at the foot of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 10:30 AM – In a less than traditional service, Jonathan Bacon will host a morning of video clips, surveys (with clickers) and open discuss on the theme “Called to Mission” Jennifer Libeer will preside with Val Anderson serving as worship planner. Christa Corrie along with the Congregation will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Continuing this coming Sunday, the Adult Class will begin studying “Signal Communities…Reflect Christ’s Peace” (a text recommended by the World Church). Copies are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Take a copy and if you’re able, please add the $12 cost to their regular congregational offering.

The schedule for the next few weeks follows:

June 30, 2013: Session 4 Signal Communities – Pursue Peace – instructor: Ron Millard

July 7, 2013: Session 5 Signal Communities – Honor the Sacredness of Creation – instructor: Avis Garrett-Baptist

July 14, 2013: Session 6 Signal Communities – Speak and Live Christ’s Mission – instructor: Jennifer Libeer

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Greg Stollsteimer), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (just to the right when you arrive at the foot of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 10:30 AM – Avis Garrett-Baptist will speak on the theme “Where Do We Encounter God?” with Ron Millard presiding. Linda Dayton will serve as worship planner. Jean Bink will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Continuing this coming Sunday, the Adult Class will begin studying “Signal Communities…Reflect Christ’s Peace” (a text recommended by the World Church). Copies are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Take a copy and if you’re able, please add the $12 cost to their regular congregational offering.

The schedule for the next few weeks follows:

June 23, 2013: Session 3 Signal Communities – Make Responsible Choices – instructor: Greg Stollsteimer

June 30, 2013: Session 4 Signal Communities – Pursue Peace – instructor: Ron Millard

July 7, 2013: Session 5 Signal Communities – Honor the Sacredness of Creation – instructor: Avis Garrett-Baptist

July 14, 2013: Session 6 Signal Communities – Speak and Live Christ’s Mission – instructor: Jennifer Libeer

Sunday, June 16, 2013, 8:45 AM – Donuts & Coffee Breakfast (Janice & Paul Hedrick), join the informal conversations in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, June 16, 2013, 9:30 AM – Sunday School Classes for children and adults.

• Pre-Teen (8 and older) Children’s Sunday School Class will meet in the downstairs classroom (just to the right when you arrive at the foot of the stairs) – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• God’s Kids (4-7 years old) will meet in the Children’s Library – 9:30 to 10:15 AM
• Adult Class will meet in the Church Library

Sunday, June 16, 2013, 10:30 AM – Brian Libeer will speak on the theme “Make Responsible Choices” with Margaret Athey presiding. Jennifer Libeer will serve as worship planner. Dorothy May will offer the ministry of music.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

Continuing this coming Sunday, the Adult Class will begin studying “Signal Communities…Reflect Christ’s Peace” (a text recommended by the World Church). Copies are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Take a copy and if you’re able, please add the $12 cost to their regular congregational offering.

The schedule for the next few weeks follows:

June 16, 2013: Session 2 Signal Communities – Embracing Continuing Revelation – instructor: Jim McLaughlin

June 23, 2013: Session 3 Signal Communities – Make Responsible Choices – instructor: Greg Stollsteimer

June 30, 2013: Session 4 Signal Communities – Pursue Peace – instructor: Ron Millard

July 7, 2013: Session 5 Signal Communities – Honor the Sacredness of Creation – instructor: Avis Garrett-Baptist

July 14, 2013: Session 6 Signal Communities – Speak and Live Christ’s Mission – instructor: Jennifer Libeer