Greetings RezDowntowners,
I am returning to Kansas City this morning after spending the last two days in Durham, NC visiting Duke as a part of my role on the National Alumni Council. It was great to visit with several students and to dream about the future of the church and best strategies for raising up a new generation of church leaders! Thank you for allowing me the time to live into this important calling and passion of mine. That said, I am really looking forward to getting back to Kansas City later today!
This weekend in worship we are kicking off a new sermon series focusing on Second Chances. Generally speaking, it is widely understood that humans aren't perfect. We tend to make mistakes, mess up, hurt ourselves and others. We sometimes end up feeling unlovable, broken or maybe even worthless - like an old piece of furniture set out on the curb. Thankfully God is a God of the second chance. The Easter message is that no matter where we are or what we've done, God sees beyond our imperfections, loves us and offers us a new life. Invite friends and join us this weekend as we dive into Scriptural stories of second chances! To watch and share a video promoting this series, click here.
Finally, this weekend we are also launching a new way to give your tithe, offering and commitments to the church electronically. Using a simple and secure tool called “Pushpay” you can now give by texting from your mobile device, online from your computer or by using the Pushpay app. This option will make it easier for those who want to give electronically. To set up Pushpay, you simply text COR to 77977 from your mobile device or go to www.cor.org/giveonline. We’ll have information in worship this weekend with step-by-step instructions on using Pushpay or you can go to the website at cor.org/pushpay to learn more.
In the meantime, here are a variety of ways to get connected to the life of our church:
Women’s Breakfast Series – Join us this Saturday, April 9, as Pastor Anne speaks with us about how to spice up our prayer life. She’ll share creative strategies and ideas for speaking to and listening to God when our prayer practices seem to be in a rut. Both private prayer and praying out loud will be discussed. We meet from 9-10:30 am at 1522 McGee. Please bring friends and a breakfast item to share. If you don’t have time to grab an item to share, come anyway, as we always have plenty. For more information, contact Michele Janson at mjanson@everestkc.net.
Live & Let Think Class Begins Monday April 11, Join us at 7 pm for this 6-week study that involves short talks, allows big questions and welcomes all doubts. Learn the art of dialogue as we discuss tough issues of faith, ask questions and find out what others think as we meet in Room 210 at 1508 Grand. Registration is required and limited. Register at cor.org/downtown/liveandletthink. For questions, emailMatt.Bisel@cor.org or Wendy.Connelly@cor.org.
FaithWork! Serve in Our Community – Every third Saturday of the month, we go out into the community to serve God by serving others. On Saturday, April 16, gather with others at 9 am at 1522 McGee. From there, you can choose the organization you would like to serve; we’ll have opportunities inside and outdoors. Come spend time working with our mission partners until about noon. And if you would like to get to know other volunteers after FaithWork, we’ll be meeting for lunch at La Fonda El Taquito at 800 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, MO. No need to register. For questions, visit cor.org/downtown/faithwork.
Serve in Honduras Sept. 10-17 with our partner church in El Obraje – Honduras is a beautiful country with beautiful people. Take a week out of your busy schedule to grow in your faith as you support and encourage our Honduran partners. This team will help build the church both physically (light construction) and humanly (inviting the community to sports and craft events at the church). The deadline for registering is June 10. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity - sign up at cor.org/honduras. For questions, contact Amber Carlson at Amber.Carlson@Glazers.com.
Coffee with the Pastors – Next Sunday, April 17th. Do You Consider Resurrection Your Church Home? Have you considered membership and want to know more about what that means? On Sunday, April 17,1:30 pm at 1522 McGee hear about the history of the church, what it means to be a Methodist and the expectations for becoming a Resurrection member. There is no need to register unless you require childcare. For childcare registration, go to cor.org/downtown/cwp. For questions, contactShannon.Endicott@cor.org.
RezMoMs - Calling all mothers of early childhood and elementary school aged children! Please join our group of ladies who gather the third Thursday of each month for fellowship, support, and speakers who help us grow in faith and parenting. RezMoMs will meet next on Thursday, April 21, from 6:30-8pm at 1522 McGee, where our guest speaker will be Rev. Lisa Holliday. Rev. Lisa Holliday, Minister of Children and their families at the Leawood campus, has a breadth of knowledge and experience helping families grow in their faith. We are thrilled to have Lisa here to talk on how to integrate faith into our childrens’ everyday life, including prayer life for children of all ages. Please bring a snack to share if you have time! Childcare is available - please register at cor.org/downtown/rezmoms. Any questions, please contact Kristen Sayers at klynsayers@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Say Your Prayers: Developing a Child’s Faith at Home – Join Pastor Anne, Saturday, April 23, 9 -10:30 am at 1508 Grand (childcare provided at Grand with registration) for a discussion about strategies to foster your child’s faith development at home. You’ll be empowered to initiate spiritual conversations, share your own faith, approach complicated religious questions and engage in prayer with your children. You will also hear from KiDSCOR Director Sarah Brischle about our KiDSCOR programming, so that you can use it as a launching pad for your own conversations about faith at home. Space is limited. To reserve your spot and register for childcare, go to cor.org/downtown/sayyourprayers. For questions, contact PastorAnne.Williams@cor.org.
Save the Date: Vacation Bible Camp – June 20–23, 5:30-7 pm – Meet the Royals @ RezDowntown!Royals of the Bible, that is. Registration coming soon! We will learn about wise King Solomon, courageous Queen Esther, young King Josiah and the one True King, Jesus! VBC is for children currently in kindergarten – 5th grade (2015-16 school year). Younger children may attend with an adult volunteer.
Help with Vacation Bible Camp – Evenings, June 20-23 – We are looking for enthusiastic people with a heart to serve the youngest in our church as they learn Bible stories, play awesome games and hang out with us! We will have a Planning Team meeting Wednesday, April 6, 6 pm at 1508 Grand. If you are interested in planning VBC or volunteering to serve during the event or just want more information about VBC, contact Sarah.Brischle@cor.org.
Thank you so much for being a part of this community, for volunteering, for serving, for giving, for loving, for simply doing the things that God does all so that others will come to see the light of Christ shining through you to the extent that we might together transform the heart of this city! I can't wait to see you this weekend in worship!
Have a great Friday.
Grace and Peace,
Scott
Twitter: @scottchrostek
Congregational Care and Support
If you need pastoral care, call 816-979-1330. (After hours emergencies: 816-875-0267.)
To submit a prayer request, contact Anne.Williams@rezdowntown.org
For more information, visit our website: cor.org/downtown
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown
1508 Grand Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64108, United States
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