Weekly E-News from St. James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Friday, 10 June 2016

 Weekly E-News from St. James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Friday, 10 June 2016

Weekly E-News - Friday, 10 June 2016
Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development,
Congregational Care and Next Generation Ministries
Its finally here!! Starting tonight at 6 p.m., join us for an exciting "Next Generation" weekend of fun, fellowship and worship. Don't forget to wear your Next Generation t-shirt to worship this Sunday!


Combined Outdoor Worship. Sunday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m., the Paseo and Renaissance Campuses will come together for one outdoor worship celebration. Worshipers at both campuses are encouraged to attend as we join as one body. If you are unable to worship outside, accommodations have been made for you to worship inside. Childcare will be available for ages 1-4. A special worship experience will be held for children and youth ages 5-18. The dress is casual and everyone is asked to wear their 2016 Next Generation t-shirts. If you did not purchase a shirt, it's not too late.
Online orders only will be accepted until June 12th.
Immersion Baptism. Full immersion baptisms are scheduled Sunday, June 26th during our combined worship celebration. If you have never been baptized and desire immersion, please click here to sign up online or contact the church office at 816-444-5588 by June 15th.
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 register 15 minutes before worship or anytime online.
Kidz Care Nursery. Childcare is now available for children ages 1-4 Sundays during 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship and Wednesday evenings during Wednesday Night Live. The nursery is located on the lower level in Kidz Kingdom. Click here to register your child.
Upcoming Sermon Series.


Prayer Class. The Prayer Ministry continues its short-term study based on the book and movie "The War Room." Join us after 8 a.m. worship this Sunday in the Vaughn Chapel. Advance reading is not required.
Dinner for 8. Each week for an eight week series, participants have an opportunity to meet at each other's homes to enjoy one another's company, eat great food and participate in an exciting study. The groups begin to meet the week of June 11th. To sign up, see Crystal Johnson after the 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. worship or contact Crystal at 816-820-7706 with any questions or to sign up.
Walking a Mile for Jesus. Come out and walk a mile at one of Kansas City's scenic parks. This will be a great time to enjoy the outdoors and participate in biblical discussion. Participants will receive a recipe to try each week for attending as well. Upcoming park locations:
June 18- Mill Creek Park - 47th St & JC Nichols Pkwy KC MO
Meet by the big fountain on the South end of the Park
June 25- Swope Park - Meyer Blvd and Swope Parkway KCMO
Meet at the Band Stand (inside the Entrance and to the left)
July 2- Fourth of July Weekend No Walk
July 9- Lea McKeighan Park - 125 NE Chipman Road Lee's Summit MO
Meet at the Shelter House
Walks will begin promptly at 8 a.m., weather permitting. To sign up, see Crystal Johnson after 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. worship or call 816-820-7706 with any questions.
Bible Study. Join us Tuesdays at the Renaissance Campus from 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. for refreshments and study from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Led by Pastor Settles, this Growth Group is interactive, dialogue is encouraged. Grab your Bible and come on out!
Men's Retreat. Saturday, June 18th from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Ministry Mall. The theme is Men In The Spirit: Leadership and Teamwork. Activities will include group and individual prayer, team-building and leadership exercises. Please register with H. David Whalen at 816-914-6806or hdwhalen@yahoo.com. All men are welcome!
Men's Weekend. Save the date, August 19-21, for a weekend of faith development and fellowship among brothers.
Do you have an idea for a growth group? Contact Crystal Johnson at816-820-7706 or Pastor Cunningham at the church.

Senior Appreciation Breakfast. Next Sunday, June 19th from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., we will thank and appreciate the senior members of our church with a special breakfast in the Ministry Mall. All those ages 65 and older are invited to attend. Thank you for your years for service to the Lord and for guiding the generations that followed. We do not want to leave any Senior Member out - so please INFORM and ENCOURAGE other church members age 65 and older to attend. WE look forward to SERVING you - just as you have done so for so many!
Encouragement Ministry. Thank you to all who continue to support this effort. Simply sign your name to a 'thinking of you' or encouragement card. Write the name of a person on the 'At Home' listing of our prayer list on the envelope and place it in the mailbox in the Narthex. If you would like a name added to the list, contact Pastor Valentine at lvalentine@stjamesumc.com.

Church Cookout. Following our June 26th combined worship at the Renaissance Campus, we will have a church-wide cookout, fun and games from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Contact Claudia Smith at 816-966-9850 or Bessie Webb at mcintosh194773@yahoo.com to volunteer or donate.
Bowling League. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Premier Bowling Alley (11400 E 350 HWY Raytown MO 64139). The league is open to all, so if you or someone you know likes to bowl this league is perfect for honing your skills. If you don't have your own bowling gear for the league, the bowling alley provides bowling balls and shoes. All proceeds are donated to the church. E-mail samuel.colemanjr@yahoo.com for more information.
HeBrews Fellowship. From now until September, HeBrews will only be held on Sundays when it is sponsored by a ministry, group or individuals. Contact Lisa Hardwick at 816-305-6699 or lwhardwick@gmail.com for more information about sponsorship.

Congratulations to the High School Graduating Class of 2016:
Jordan Birks
Daymond Briggs
Jasmine Chappell
Emanuel Cleaver IV
Alexis Haley
Savaria Goodman
Jasmine Gray
Antiana Richardson
Alexus Rhone
Deron Rozell
Ramell Rutledge, Jr.
Dwayne Smith
Summer Camps (VBS)- Children ages 5-11 are offered an opportunity to experience God in surprising and unforgettable ways. Adventure Camp will be held at the Paseo Campus June 22-24. Mega Sports Camp will be held at the Renaissance Campus June 27-30. Register online or stop by the registration table after worship. Volunteers are needed for both camps. Contact Pastor Andre at the Paseo Campus, Tonya Crompton at the Renaissance Campus or kidzconnect@stjamesumc.com.
Kidz Connect. Volunteers are still needed to serve Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. during Wednesday Night Live. The level of commitment is to only two Wednesdays a quarter for an hour of activity. Positions include an Activity Facilitator, Activity Assistant and Registrar to check children in & out. Please contact Pastor Andre at
fulton@stjamesumc.com.

Tops & Socks. We are collecting clean, gently used or new clothing and shoes for children Pre-K- 8th grade for our July 30 back to school event. Many children miss the beginning of school because they lack the proper attire to attend. Your contribution will help us support the district's effort to reach 100% first day attendance. Collection boxes can be found in the Narthex.
Interfaith Fellowship Dinner. Friday, June 17th, St. James will partner with Dialogue Institute Southwest to present a special 'fast-breaking' dinner during the holy month of Ramadan. A reception will be held from 8 p.m. - 8: 15 p.m. in the Ministry Mall. The Ramadan presentation begins at8:15 p.m. with dinner immediately following at 8:45 p.m. RSVP to Tracy Milsap at tmilsap@stjamesumc.com.
St. James United Methodist Church

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816-444-5588

www.stjamesumc.com
St. James United Methodist Church

5540 Wayne Avenue

Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
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