Friday, December 23, 2016Greetings Resurrection Blue Springs,
We’re in the final countdown to Christmas! I visited three of our precious new babies from the congregation this week and of course, I'm counting the hours til we get our hands on our new granddaughter Christmas day. These babies make my anticipation of welcoming the Christ child all the greater this year. One of my favorite moments each year is when we bring in the light of Christ during the Candlelight Christmas eve service and pass the light. I know many of you treasure this moment with your families and friends too, so I thought I'd share with you our Candlelight Christmas Eve service times in addition to our upcoming holiday worship schedule for Christmas and New Years! I am so looking forward to seeing you and I pray that you'll invite your friends, neighbors and co-workers to experience the hope, joy, peace and love of this season!
Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Schedule.
We are thrilled to be offering four Candlelight Christmas Eve Services:
Saturday, December 24th at 3pm, 5pm, 7pm & 9 pm.
On candlelight Christmas Eve we are inviting as many church members who are able and willing to consider worshiping at one of the later services, 7 or 9 pm. This is a great way for you to be able to help us make room for our first time visitors this time of year. Also, we are excited that we have special activity books to hand out to all our children at each service. Our expectation is that our 3pm service will be where a lot of families with young children attend, but please know that children are welcome at every worship service.
Upcoming Sunday Schedule
Worship with us on Christmas Day as Pastor Penny leads us through a Family-Friendly Carol-Sing and worship service at 10:45am.
This service will NOT be the same as the Christmas Eve services so come worship with your community! We will be sharing a few of our recent Holy Land pictures.
Happy New Year Services on January 1st!.
Start your year out right by spending New Year’s Day with us. We will have our regular9am & 10:45 am services. The two services will be family-friendly worship with childcare for kids 4 and under!
We want to thank our families for providing our beautiful poinsettias this year. These poinsettias were provided by:
- Marcia Bushnell for husband Jerome and infant son Mark
- Tammie Collins in honor of Katerina Renee
- John & Judy Davis in memory of Jennifer Ware
- Pat & Dan Enlow for past Christmas memories with their parents, Harry & Faye Champlin and Bill & Ann Enlow
- Pat & Dan Enlow for the blessed laughter of their grandchildren, Mason, Reese & Asher Enlow
- Dan Gleich in memory of Eugene & Mary Walker
- Tom & Sherree Gorman in memory of William & Gertrude Gorman
- Tom & Sherree Gorman in honor of their children and grandchildren
- Kathy Guzinski in memory of Daniel Guzinski and Richard Anderson
- In memory of Sara Inman, from her family: Jeff Inman, Sharon Tuttle, Scott Cretzmeyer, Jacob, Laura & Elizabeth Ward, Jon & Jamie Clark. We love you to the sun and back!
- Janet & Annie Jeffrey in honor of Delbert Jeffrey, Mary Webb, Lloyd & Earline Jeffrey, baby granddaughter Dorie and loving family
- Vicki Konomos in memory of Nick Konomos
- Joyce McCollum in memory of Jimmie, Grandma & Grandpa who were faithful servants of Christ
- Sarah McDonald for Elizabeth McGarry (Weber) and all mothers
- Jason & Krystal Palmer in memory of James (Jim) Palmer and Dominick Cavallo
- Steve & Becky Pellegrino in memory of their parents
- Pat & Deb Stidham in memory of Don & Sue Stidham
- Emily, Chad, Aubrey & Cade Tucker in honor of Marvin Tucker, father & grandfather
Year-End Contributions – To be deductible in 2016, contributions must be physically received at Resurrection (Leawood Campus Bldg. C) by 5 pm, Friday, Dec. 30, or mailed with a postmark of Dec. 31, 2016, or earlier. You may also donate online through Pushpay no later than 11:59 pm CDT, Saturday, Dec. 31. If you give through RezAccess or PayPal—these choices of giving end on Dec. 31, 2016, and all gifts given through these methods will stop. Please use our new option Pushpay, which is accessible at cor.org/giving for all future gifts.
Sign Up Soon to Serve in Dallas March 13-17 may seem far away, but if you’re interested in joining our first trip to Dallas to serve with Connect to the Kingdom (aka C2K ministries), you should sign up before January 5. A brief team training is required onTuesday, January 10. For more information on this ministry setting, the training, trip details and costs, go to cor.org/USservetrips or email Mark.Maschger@cor.org. Partial scholarships available. Timed to match spring break, this trip is for young and old, for individuals and families – but is limited to 12 people, so hurry!
JOY in Serving – If you did not have a chance to bring back the Cleaning Bucket filled with cleaning supplies or Joy Bag with toys and items for the students at Phillips at Attucks, don’t fret. We can deliver them later. Feel free to bring these items to the church and we will deliver them. Thank you!
Mini Music & By Request – Stephanie Myers will host two music events each Thursdayfrom Jan. 5 – Feb. 23, 2017, at Benton House, 1701 NW Jefferson St., Blue Springs. Preschool Mini Music class for toddlers, preschool children and their families. Features singing, movement, instruments and storybooks. E-mail Stephanie Myers atstephaniemyers62@gmail.com to register so she can bring enough instruments.
By Request – From 7-7:30 pm, Stephanie will play the grand piano at Benton House and take requests from residents. If you would like to perform with Stephanie (either singing or with another instrument), email her at stephaniemyers62@gmail.com.
Make First Fridays Your Fave! Hey all you Kindergarten – 5th graders, join us for TGIF on the first Fridays of each month, 7-8:30 pm – next one is Jan. 6. Register atcor.org/bluesprings/kids.
Mark your calendars for “The Moore Organized Life” Tuesday, Jan. 10, 6:30-8 pm. Do you want to be more organized? Start the New Year off right and learn from a professional organizer. Melodye Moore is the founder of “The Moore Organized Life” consulting firm. A love offering will be taken (suggested $10) as our guest has waived her regular speaking fee. Childcare will be available upon request by email to Diane.Enlow@cor.org. Sponsored by RezMoms Blue Springs. cor.org/bluesprings/getconnected.
The Marriage Course – Tuesdays, Jan. 10 – Feb. 21, 6:30 pm. The greatest achievements in life take practice, training and dedication. It is the same with marriage. A strong, loving and lifelong relationship doesn’t happen by chance. It takes effort and dedication to keep the fun and romance alive. We can all learn how to make even the happiest marriage better. The Marriage Course is seven sessions designed to help strengthen relationships. Join other couples in a relaxed atmosphere as you listen to practical talks that are informative, fun and will equip you to have a healthy marriage. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for a long time, this course is designed for any couple who desires a long joyful relationship. Cost for materials $15. Register online now. For questions, contact Mike.Ash@cor.org.
Jesus Apprentice – Sundays, Jan. 15 – Feb. 5, 6:30 pm. When Jesus taught the disciples, his message was simple and clear. This illuminating 4-week study by Resurrection pastor Jeff Kirby and led by Mike Ash sweeps aside the clutter of our daily lives and takes us to the heart of Jesus’ message. With Jesus as our teacher, we’ll explore Christian belief through Christian action, following in the footsteps of our Lord. Cost for materials $10. Register online now. For questions, contact Mike.Ash@cor.org.
Waypoint Men’s Group – Starting January 18, “Gather” online each week to navigate your life’s journey using the GPS, Resurrection’s Grow. Pray. Study. Guide – all from the comfort of wherever you are! For more information, email Mike.Ash@cor.org.
Coffee/Pizza with the Pastor – If you’re thinking about becoming a member at Resurrection Blue Springs, then come to this event on Sunday, Jan 22 12:15 pm. Meet Pastor Penny and learn more about us! Sign up at Guest Services or atcor.org/bluesprings/coffee.
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I am excited to welcome Christmas with you and I'm privileged to serve God alongside you in this community. See you soon!
Merry Christmas,
Penny
For our Resurrection Blue Springs Campus Calendar: click here
Contact Our Staff
Church Office Phone: (816) 389-8900
Rev. Penny Ellwood, Campus Pastor penny.ellwood@cor.org
Mike Ash, Worship Leader/Director of Community mike.ash@cor.org
Mark Maschger, Ministry Associate mark.maschger@cor.org
Diane Enlow, Director of Children's Ministry diane.enlow@cor.org
Riley Ledford, Technical Producer riley.ledford@cor.org
Heather Sooley, Operations Coordinating Assistant heather.sooley@cor.org
Stephanie Weigel, Guest Services Coordinating Assistant stephanie.weigel@cor.org
Caitlin Willis, Nursery Coordinator caitlin.willis@cor.org
Lori Wolverton, Nursery Staff lori.wolverton@cor.org
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Blue Springs
601 NorthEast Jefferson Street
Blue Springs, Missouri 64014,
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