First Church of the Nazarene Kansas City, Missouri, United Statest E-News for Friday, 20 February 2015

First Church of the Nazarene Kansas City, Missouri, United Statest E-News for Friday, 20 February 2015
First Church of the Nazarene in Kansas City, Missouri, United States: Upcoming Events

Preparing our hearts for...Sunday, February 22, 2015
9:15am: Sunday School for all ages
10:45am: This Sunday, Pastor Brad Estep will be speaking about
Genesis 9:8-17.
Children in grades 1-4 will be dismissed after the offertory for a time of Children's Worship, studying the same passage of Scripture.
Morning by morning, new mercies I see.
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided;
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!
40 Days of Prayer & Fasting
On January 14, we began a journey of 40 days of prayer & fasting, in preparation for revival and renewal. A calendar of Scripture readings & fasting suggestions can be found by clicking here or by visiting our church website.
Home-based prayer meetings will occur several times during this journey. You are invited to attend any and all of these meetings as you are able. These meetings will take place in different areas of the city.
Prayer gatherings will be held next Friday, February 27, at 6:30pm in the following locations:
Home of Carter & Angela Hinkle
538 Prospect Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64124
Home of Ken & Gloria Bible
13873 S. Gallery St.
Olathe, KS 66062
Home of Bruce & Marj Lampley
9317 E 84th Terr
Raytown, MO 64138
This week (Feb 20 - Feb 27)...
Ladies' Paint Night

Ladies of all ages are invited to a night of fun TONIGHT as we paint one or two canvases with a scripture picture: lots of designs to choose from! You may also paint an extra one that will be taken to some of our homebound church family at a later date. Please meet at 6:00 p.m. in the Youth Room, and use the downstairs entrance near the gazebo.
What to bring: $5 (to offset the cost of paints), a canvas or two up to 20 inches in size, paintbrushes (if you have them), and a finger food to share. Paints will be provided.
RSVP to Dawn Estep at alfredah101@yahoo.com. Bring a friend,
co-worker, neighbor, etc.!
"Slice of Life" Workshop (2/21/15): CANCELLED Due to Weather
Testimony Night
All are invited to a special evening of story and song this Sunday, February 22, at 6pm in the Westside Room. Femi Akinmoladun, Kathy Cagg, Keith Fitzsimmons, and Steve Tatge will be sharing their stories of encountering Christ. There will be a reception in the Westside foyer following the service.
Men's Bible Study
Last Wednesday, we launched a new men's Bible study, which will meet every Wednesday morning from 6:30-7:30am at the Panera Bread at 103rd & State Line. This group will be led by Bill Schwarz and will begin by studying the themes in the movie Courageous: Honor Begins in the Home. For more information, contact Bill Schwarz (billschwarz@sbcglobal.net or 816.830.0638).

Next week (Feb 27 - March 6)...
Spiritual Renewal Services

Plan now to be a part of our annual spiritual renewal services held on March 1-4, with Dr. Scott Daniels, lead pastor of Pasadena First Church of the Nazarene! During the evening services on Sunday-Wednesday, kids in grades 1-4 are invited join Margaret Tyler, our KC District Children's Pastor, as she leads services especially geared for our children.
Revival Schedule:
Sunday, March 1: Family Worship Service at 10:45am
Evening Service at 6pm
Ice Cream Social at 7pm
Monday, March 2: Evening Service at 7pm
Tuesday, March 3: Evening Service at 7pm
Wednesday, March 4: Friends & Food Meal at 6pm
Evening Service at 7pm
Youth vs. Adults Basketball Game at 8pm
Mark Your Calendars...
GriefShare
Our church's GriefShare ministry now offers two weekly sessions:Saturday mornings at 10am (open to all) and Wednesday nights at 6pm(for men only).
The next Saturday morning, 13-week session will begin on March 14. Please be prayerful about who you may know that could benefit from this ministry to the bereaved. For more information, please contact Ministry Director Kathy Cagg at 816.333.6444 or kat13cat@hotmail.com.

Ladies' Day Out

Women of all ages are invited to a ladies' day out on Saturday, March 14, to Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri! The church bus will leave the church at 7am, and will return after dinner in Springfield. Cost: $65 (due March 8). Contact Emily Neeld for more information!
Pathways to Prayer
You are invited to be a part of an intergenerational day of prayer onSaturday, March 21, at 8am at YouthFront Camp near LaCygne, Kansas. Experience and learn about: prayer & work, prayer & art, prayer & the cross, prayer & nature, prayer & music. Register through the church office or by using our online giving page and marking "Day of Prayer" in the "other" category under "Fund". Cost: $20/adult, $10/child. Registration deadline will be March 8. More information can be found on our website.

Ongoing Events
Wednesday Nights
This Wednesday's Schedule (2/25/15):
5:15pm: Friends & Food meal in the gym ($4.50/person; $15/family)
~ This week's menu: KCFC Choir's "fall soup", chips, orange slices, & dessert~
5:30pm: Youth Alpha
6:00pm: Men's GriefShare
Children's Programming
6:15pm: Adult Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm: Holy Week Ensemble Rehearsal
Serving Women in Frantic Times (SWIFT)
Women of all ages are invited to this informal time of fellowship every other Wednesday to celebrate life and support each other! This group is dedicated to strengthening relationships and learning to laugh together. Email Emily Neeld at eneeld@att.net for more information!
For Men Only

A men's GriefShare group has recently formed at First Church. These sessions will be comprised of video seminars, workbook exercises, and small group discussions. The group will be led by Steve Fraley and Dr. Neil MacPherson, and take place on Wednesday nights from 6-7:30pm. This group is open to all men in KCFC and in the community. Registration is required by calling or emailing the church office(816.942.9022 or kcfc@kcfc.org).
Youth Alpha Film Series
This winter, our youth ministry department will participate in the Alpha Youth Film Series: 12 interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith, designed specifically for young people. This is the perfect event to invite those young people who have questions about Christianity! The sessions will take place on Wednesday evenings at 5:30pm, beginning with dinner in the gym. Contact Pastor Roland for more info.

Young Adult "Encounter"
Every Thursday night, our young adult group meets at 7:00pm in the prayer chapel for an intentional time of prayer, fellowship, and Bible study. Contact Audrey Landers (alanders@kcfc.org) for more information!
Men's Prayer Breakfast
Gentlemen, before beginning your Friday each week, enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast with a group of First Church men. We meet every Friday at 6:30am in the church atrium. Every first Friday of the month, we serve a hot breakfast. Contact Chip Kraft for more information.
Our Mission: to make Christ-like disciples
11811 State Line Road

Kansas City, Missouti, United States

816.942.9022
Kansas City First Church of the Nazarene

11811 State Line Road

Kansas City, Missouri 64114 United States
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