First Church of the Nazarene of Kansas City, Missouri, United States - Friday, 15 May 2015 E-News

First Church of the Nazarene of Kansas City, Missouri, United States - Friday, 15 May 2015 E-News
Upcoming Events:
Preparing our hearts for...Sunday, May 17, 2015
9:15am - Sunday School classes for all ages
10:45am - Worship Service
This Sunday, Pastor Estep will be preaching over John 17:6-19 After the offertory, children in grades 1-4 will be invited to a time of Children's Worship with Margie Schwarz, studying the same passage.
6pm - Evening Service (Westside Room)
King of Heaven, come now;
Let your glory reign, shining like the sun.
King of heaven, come!
News & Events
Nepal Response

In response to the recent earthquakes that have struck Nepal, Nazarene Compassionate Ministries is partnering with the local church in Nepal to meet the most critical short-term needs of families in need: water, food, and shelter. We have the opportunity to join with our brothers and sisters around the world in praying for grieving families, for vulnerable children and families, for those responding to the disaster, and for our church leaders and members in Nepal. If you would also like to give monetarily to the relief effort, please visit www.nazarene.org or click on the link on the homepage of our website: kcfc.org

Annual Local Church Elections

Historically, our church/fiscal year has ended on June 30. As of this year it will end on May 31.
This Sunday, all church members 15 years and older are invited to vote in our election. Ballots will be available at the East end of the sanctuary foyer. Please contact the church office if you have any questions.
Caring for the Caregiver

Are you or someone you know a full-time caregiver? Caring for the Caregiver, "a journey of shared grace with those who give care", will be offered as a 6-week pilot study beginningthis Sunday, May 17. The group will meet from4:30pm-5:45pm in Room 158 and be facilitated by Chaplain Rev. Windy Lovett. If you would be interested in joining this group, please contact Rev. Lovett at wglovett@hotmail.com.
Women's Activities
Emily Neeld has agreed to help plan & coordinate some of our women's activities. She is also forming a new women's activities committee, which will be in place to offer support and new ideas, while building community and relationships among the women of our congregation. If you are a lady of any age, please stop by the table in the foyer to fill our a short interest sheet. Also, if you are leading a current activity that could be supported by this committee, please let Emily know ateneeld@att.net.
Senior Panel

On Sunday, May 24, our youth group will be hosting a potluck lunch in the youth room for all high school seniors and their families. During the lunch, a panel will discuss what to expect during life after high school. Please bring one main dish per family. RSVP to Pastor Roland (rtedder@kcfc.org) by this Sunday.
Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
Our church will be hosting a district-wide ultimate frisbee tournament on

Saturday, May 23, from 10am-3pm. Cost is $40/team (7 players per
team). This tournament is open to all--expect a
high level of competition.
Contact Pastor Roland (rtedder@kcfc.org) for more information or to sign up.
GriefShare
Are you or someone you know experiencing grief after the death of a loved one? Help is available! Our church offers 2 weekly sessions of GriefShare: a men's only group on Wednesday nights and a session open to all on Saturdaymornings.
Sessions are comprised of video seminars, workbook exercises, and small group discussion. This Bible-based, Christ-centered group is open to all KCFC attenders, and the Kansas City community.
Please be prayerful about who you may know who would benefit from this valuable ministry. For more information, contact ministry director, Kathy Cagg at816.333.6444 or kat13cat@hotmail.com. Registration required by contacting the church office (816.942.9022 or kcfc@kcfc.org).

Jesus Film Trip to Africa
Travel with Jesus Film Harvest Partners (JFHP) to see the Jesus Film Ministry in action on the field in Malawi, Africa. Experience evangelism on the field, interact with local Christian leaders, attend viewings of the Jesus Film in various villages, and see firsthand what God is doing through the film. A JFHP team will be making the trip to Malawi in early November to deliver equipment. A two-day safari will be included in the trip. Estimated cost is $3000-$3500 per person. If you would like to be a part of this adventure or would like to learn more, please call Dale or Judy Foster at 913.339.8876.
Wednesday Nights
Wednesday Nights
This Wednesday's Schedule (5/20/15):
5:15pm: Friends & Food Meal in the gym
This week's menu: Minsky's pizza, salad, & dessert
**note: this Wednesday will be our last Friends & Food meal for the summer. Meals will resume on August 12**
5:30pm: Youth Alpha Film Series
6pm: Men's GriefShare Group
6pm: Children's Programming
6:15pm: Adult Choir Rehearsal
Our Mission: to make Christ-like disciples
11811 State Line Road

Kansas City, Missouri · 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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