SJUMC E-News - Thursday, 10 March 2016
Upcoming Sermons, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Next Generation Ministries, Compassionate Outreach, and Community News, all in one place!
Sunday's Sermon. This Sunday's sermon is "The Person Behind the Name" (1 Chronicles 1:1). Worship with us at 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. at the Paseo Campus or 10 a.m. at the Renaissance Campus.
Reaffirmation Sunday. All baptized worshipers are invited to participate in reaffirming their baptism vows during worship this Sunday, March 13th. Recommit yourself to faithful Christian living.
Daylight Savings. Spring forward this Saturday March 12th and set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to sleep. It is good to think of positive messages when it is time to set our clocks forward, the sun goes down an hour later and church starts an hour earlier! With the seasonal change of our clocks is also a good time to change the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Palm Sunday. Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II is our guest preacher next Sunday, March 20th during 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11a.m. worship. Don't miss what has come to be an annual 'guest' preaching event here at St. James.
Palm Sunday. Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II is our guest preacher next Sunday, March 20th during 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11a.m. worship. Don't miss what has come to be an annual 'guest' preaching event here at St. James.
Kidz Connect. Children ages 5-10 are invited to worship together every 4th Sunday at 8 a.m. worship and every Sunday at 11 a.m. Kidz Connect incorporates praise & worship, offering, communion, arts & crafts and science activities. Check-in and registration begin 15 minutes before worship or register online at www.stjamesumc.com. Early registration allows us plan properly for snacks, supplies and volunteers.
Lenten Bible Study. The "Overcoming Obstacles" wraps up this Tuesday, March 15th at the Renaissance Campus. Fellowship and refreshments at
6 p.m.; Study - 6:30 p.m.
Lent Revival. The "Celebrating Divine Design" Revival concludes next Wednesday, March 16th at 7 p.m. Dr. Barry Settle of First AME Church in Kansas City, Kansas is our guest preacher. Come and be with us for this x-citing, mid-week, recharge worship!
Holy Week. Our Holy Week observance begins March 23rd at 7:00 p.m. during Wednesday Night Live with a service of healing, testimony and special music. Maundy Thursday, March 24th, will feature a re-enactment of the Last Supper at 7 p.m. A Prayer Vigil will be held Good Friday, March 25th from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. in the Vaughan Chapel. Join us at 7 p.m. for the Seven Last Words of Christ.
Easter Egg Hunt. This year we will have a Community Egg Hunt at our Renaissance Campus Saturday, March 26th from 12 p.m.-2 p.m. as we officially launch our south campus. Along with individually wrapped pieces of candy, we need an additional 3,000 plastic eggs to reach our goal. Collection boxes can be found in the Newton Lounge and the Narthex. Please drop off your donations by Sunday, March 20th. Volunteers are needed Thursday, March 17th at 6:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Campus to fill eggs.
Park in the rear of the church and enter the Fellowship Hall.
Chatterbox Study. Using the book Crash the Chatterbox: Hearing God's Voice Above All Others, this study focuses on four key areas of negative thoughts: insecurity, fear, condemnation and discouragement. Get a copy of the participant guide wherever books are sold. Contact Danny Woods at785-554-0867 with any questions.
United Methodist Women. This Sunday, March 13th at 9:30 a.m., the UMW will gather to celebrate their anniversary. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall to thank all the UMW members for all their years of service to the church.
Short-Term Disciple Study. The Invitation to John study continues Tuesdays at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Royce Turner at 816-372-6069.
Prayer Class. Every 4th Sunday from 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m., in the Vaughn Chapel, everyone is invited to pray with us and give believers the tools needed for an improved personal prayer life. There will be an introductory session Easter Sunday immediately following the children's Easter program. Contact Pastor Cunningham for further information.
Encouragement Ministry. As we continue to lift up those on our prayer list, please bring a get well or encouragement card on the first Sunday of each month. Please sign your name and feel free to add some words of encouragement. Write their first & last name on the envelope and drop it in the "mailbox" in the Narthex. The cards will be distributed to those individuals. If you would like a name added to the list, please contact Pastor Valentine at lvalentine@stjamesumc.com.
Bettylu's Closet. Bettylu's Closet needs donations of cutlery, dishes, glasses, small household appliances (blenders, toasters, mixers etc) and bed linens, rugs etc. We still have wonderful prom dresses in different styles and sizes! Contact Bobbie Faulkner at 816-822-0299 orfaulkner.c@sbcglobal.net.
Operation Serve. Children and Youth are encouraged to serve in worship every 2nd Sunday. You can choose one of four ways to serve: usher, greet, sing in the choir or work with the audio visual ministry. How do you choose to serve?
Little Vessel Board. Children ages 5-11 interested in becoming an usher are encouraged to attend training this Saturday, March 12th at 10 a.m. Regular training sessions are held each month on the Saturday before the second Sunday. Contact Brenda Sylvan at 816-942-4258.
Youth Usher. Contact Connie Frazier at frazierconnie68@yahoo.com for training information.
Audio/Visual Ministry. All youth interested in serving the A/V Ministry should contact Dee Cheadle at dcheadle@stjamesumc.com.
Father/Daughter Dance. Our annual event is this Saturday, March 12, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Ministry Mall. This year's theme is African Heritage. African attire is encouraged, but not required. Tickets are $30 and cover one father and up to five daughters. Contact Mike Hobson at913-461-1100.
Girl Scout Cookies. Girl Scout Troop 3335 is selling Cookies! Please support SJUMC's Girl Scout ministry by purchasing Girl Scout Cookies. We will have a booth set up after 8 am and 11 am worship. Cookies are only $4/box with eight tasty varieties available. Give back by purchasing a box of cookies to be donated to our local USO service men and women. Thank you!
Community Conversation. The Kansas City earnings tax, also known as the e-tax, taxes 1% of the earnings made by anyone who works in Kansas City, regardless of where they live. The tax is up for a renewal vote on April 5th. St. James is sponsoring a panel discussion and community conversation this Saturday, March 12th from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the sanctuary. This event is open to the public. Contact Edward Bell II atlaoban816@gmail.com for more information.
Free College Visit. The Greater Kansas City Alumni Chapter of UAPB (University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff) is providing free transportation to Lion Fever Day (High School Day). Interested high school students should RSVP by March 11th to uapbkc@gmail.com or 816-820-9722 for details. Hotel accommodations and meals are an additional costs and should be paid by the student.
St. James United Methodist Church
www.stjamesumc.com
St. James United Methodist Church
St. James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
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