Weekly eNote from Pastor Scott Chrostek for Friday, June 3, 2016 from The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown in Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Weekly eNote from Pastor Scott Chrostek for Friday, June 3, 2016 from The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown in Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Greetings RezDowntowners,
I have been in Topeka, KS since Wednesday morning along with 1600 other clergy and lay leaders at the Great Plains Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church in both Kansas and Nebraska! Being that RezDowntown is located in Kansas City, MO I would argue that Missouri is represented here as well! While away one member texted me that since May 5th, 173,751 people have taken a ride on the KCStreetcar. How cool is that?! I was riding it earlier this week and as I got off at the Kauffman Center stop on 16th street, you could see a clear path leading the way to our future location on the KC Star parking lot! How cool to think about how many people will use that Streetcar to come to worship in the years ahead! Last week, the City Council formally approved our zoning request, which paved the way for our Building Committee to work full steam ahead on design! I can't wait to share with you that committee's work.
While I’ve been away in Topeka, I am happy to share that we have officially welcomed our newest staff member, Rev. Patrick McGlaughlin who started his tenure with us as Community Pastor on Wednesday, June 1. Patrick moved to Kansas City a few weeks ago, along with his wife Megan, after having served at Manhattan First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, KS for the past three years. We are thrilled to have him join our team and I’m excited for you to meet him in worship this weekend. Pastor Patrick will be present at each one of our worship services this weekend, so please be sure to stop by and meet our newest pastor!
Finally, I’m excited to share with you that I will also be present in worship at RezDowntown this weekend. I’ll be here to introduce Patrick, but also to introduce my wife, Rev. Wendy Lyons Chrostek as this weekend’s preacher. Wendy is a fantastic pastor, mom and wife! She’s also a phenomenal preacher! As we continue our sermon series on Unsettled: Asking the Tough Questions, I’m privileged to share that she’ll be stepping into the pulpit to preach for me this weekend so that I can be downtown with you. I am excited for you to hear her as God continues to push us with Questions as the Answer toward our pursuit of the life that really is life.
This is going to be a great weekend friends. I cannot wait to see you! In the meantime, here are a variety of ways to get connected to the life of this church:
Bible Basics – This Saturday at 9:30am. Does the Idea of a Bible Study Cause You Stress? Feeling comfortable with the basics of the Bible is a struggle for many people. This Saturday, June 4, 9:30 am, at 1508 Grand, we will be offering a 3-hour Introduction to the Bible class. Come and learn the basics! What is it? Who wrote it? Why are there so many translations? This 3-hour class will help you to feel confident to open the Bible and begin to understand it and then begin to read it and study it on your faith journey. To register, go to cor.org/downtown/biblebasics. For more information, contact Marilyn Lambert atmglambert7@gmail.com.
RezRidersDT meet each Saturday morning at 8:45 am to leave at 9am. Meet this Saturday, June 4 in the 1522 McGee parking lot. These are a 90-minute, no-drop ride in the city. All levels of experience are welcome, and we will divide up if appropriate. Email Marilyn Hutchinson at mhutchinsonpsych@aol.com to indicate your interest and to receive future notices. RezRidersDT facebook page will post pictures. For more information, visit cor.org/downtown/RezRidersDT.
Boomers Tour of Kauffman Stadium! Join us this Saturday, June 4 at 10:15 am to tour of one of the crown jewel ballparks of Major League Baseball! Kansas City Royals celebrate their 44th season at Kauffman Stadium in 2016. Having hosted 77,054,254 fans since 1973, “The K”, with its signature look, has proudly stood the test of time. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now. Fee is $15 per person with free parking - optional lunch afterwards. Reserve your spot by emailing Genease Gornowicz atggornowicz@kc.rr.com.
SWAT Brunch Club – RezDowntown’s SWAT (35-and-older Singles With A Twist) group will meet on Sunday, June 5, at 12:30 pm at Market 3, 114 West 3rd Street, KCMO (River Market). Join the group for great food and fellowship. Confirm your attendance on our SWAT Group Facebook page or contact Rachel Patterson at RPatterson32@kc.rr.com or 816-804-4050 if you don’t have Facebook access. For more information, visit rezdowntown.org/swat.
RezLifeDT is changing it up for Summer with Wednesday Events of Fun Around Town! Join other middle schoolers beginning Wednesday, June 8! Meet at 1522 McGee at 6 pm to be shuttled to the Leawood campus. Every Wednesday during the summer, RezLifeDT will be meeting at 1522 McGee to participate in summer fun activities here and around town! Bring a friend and meet at RezDT on Wednesdays! Check out the schedule at cor.org/downtown/RezLifeDT or get a printed one from Sarah Brischle upstairs in KiDSCOR.
SWAT Coffee and Conversation – Join us on Thursday, June 9, 6:30 pm at Quay Coffee, 412 Delaware St., Kansas City, MO. Visit www.rezdowntown.org/swat or contact Dan Smith at dansmithjr@yahoo.com.
Listen to My Life - This is a condensed 3-day class which will run June 9-11; Thursday, 6pm-9pm; Friday,6pm-9pm; and Saturday, 9am-2pm at 1508 Grand. Back by popular demand, this Women's study uses coaching questions and life purpose principles along with historical Christian spiritual practices this unique life purpose workbook helps you discover God's hand in your life story. Built around eight full-color visual maps you record reflections on, Listen to My Life creates a picture of your calling journey where you actually see the interconnections and meanings in your story. The class fee is $45 for all materials, some scholarships available. If you wish these books to be ordered for you, you must request that by June 1. Parking is available in the small lot next to 1522 McGee or street parking is free after 6 pm and on weekends. For questions, visit cor.org/downtown/listentomylife or contact Kelly Sisney atkelly.sisney@cor.org.
Serve in Honduras Sept. 10-17 with our partner church in El Obraje and get to know Pastor Patrick– Don’t miss out on this opportunity to see and change the world. the deadline for registering is this next week on June 10! 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). Sign up at cor.org/honduras. For questions, contact Amber Carlson at Amber.Carlson@Glazers.com.
Caring for Your Aging Parents – Wednesday, June 15, 7pm at 1508 Grand. Join Pastor Anne as she leads a discussion on the complexities of caring for your parents as they age. For any other questions, please visit cor.org/downtown/caringforagingparents or contact Anne.Williams@cor.org or Kelly.Sisney@cor.org.
Resurrection Night at the Royals! Yes, there are still a few tickets left – don’t miss out on getting yours! Join all the Resurrection campuses as the Kansas City Royals take on the Detroit Tigers. Come support Pastor Scott through this difficult time on Friday, June 17, at 7:15 pm. Stay after the game and watch the summer fireworks display. We have a limited number of tickets for sale at Connection Point this weekend for $15 each, cash or check made payable to Church of the Resurrection.
Bless the School – June FaithWork and more! Teams of volunteers from RezDowntown and Leawood will serve together in restoring and renovating a school in preparation for the 2016-17 school year. Painters, cleaners, organizers, bakers, builders, mulchers... everyone is needed as we Bless The School at Garfield Elementary June 17-24. To sign up for FaithWork on June 18 or any other day you can help, visitcor.org/blesstheschool.
Vacation Bible Camp – We Need YOU! Evenings, June 20-23. Do you have a heart to serve the youngest in our church as they learn Bible stories, play awesome games and hang out with us! If you are interested in volunteering to serve contact Sarah.Brischle@cor.org or visit cor.org/downtown/vbc. Volunteers receive a $5 discount on registration for their children.
Vacation Bible Camp – June 20–23, 5:30-7 pm – Sign up Now to Meet the Royals @ Downtown! Royals of the Bible, that is. We will learn about wise King Solomon, courageous Queen Esther, young King Josiah and the one True King, Jesus! Registration is open for ALL children in kindergarten – 5th grade (2015-16 school year). Younger children may attend with an adult volunteer. Visit cor.org/downtown/vbc to sign up to register your children and/or volunteer.
Theology, Literature & Race This class is an opportunity to explore issues of race through selected essays, dialogue and, most importantly, grace. Starting Thursday, June 30 at 7 pm, this 4-week study will take place in partnership with Centennial United Methodist Church and will be led by Dr. Jeff Williams, Professor of Literature at The University of Central Missouri and Matt Bisel, student of Saint Paul School of Theology. Two classes will be held at the Resurrection Downtown location and two at Centennial UMC. Registration for this class is required and limited; please visit cor.org/downtown/theologyandrace. If you have any questions, contact Matt.bisel@cor.org.
There is so much going on this summer at RezDowntown. I am looking forward to connecting with you at one or several of these gatherings and groups. In the meantime, know that it is my privilege to be a part of this community that is seeking to transform the heart of the city by the grace of Jesus Christ! I hope you have a blessed Friday and I'll see you this weekend!
Blessings,
Scott
@scottchrostek
Congregational Care and Support
If you need pastoral care, call 816-979-1330. (After hours emergencies: 816-875-0267.)
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The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown
1508 Grand Boulevard

Kansas City, Missouri 64108, United states
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