Friday, January 20, 2017Hello Resurrection Blue Springs!
It’s been a busy week. We started off on Monday with our Serve Day in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. Bill and I joined a large crew from across the church at My Father's House to sort, clean and recycle items for our furnishings ministry. We had another crew back at the church working on making sleeping mats for the homeless while our KiDSCOR families were out and about performing 'random acts of kindness." This week we also kicked off our marriage class and the online study for men. I personally spent two days in Salina with the clergy from our Great Plains conference for our yearly Orders and Fellowship. This is a time for learning, brainstorming and building relationships with other clergy who serve across our conference.
During our time together we had guest speakers, workshops and worship designed to focus on the entrepreneurial nature of the church and how to design more meaningful worship with young people. We also had an opportunity to get better acquainted with Bishop Ruben Saenz, Jr., our new Great Plains conference bishop. This was a call for us as churches and leaders to become more innovative in order to reach the people God has called us to in each of our particular settings. This focus dovetailed nicely with some of the dreaming and conversations our Rez Blue Springs leaders have been engaging in as we look toward our future. This time was encouragement to try new ideas and to expect that not all of them will have success but they will lead us to better things as we make ourselves available to God and willing to take risks for the sake of the gospel.
Today is a big day for our nation as Donald Trump is inaugurated as our 45th President. Last year’s contentious election created division amongst many diverse groups that was felt across our entire nation. We have all experienced the effects of this division-- at our work, within our families, even at church. I want to give a gentle reminder that, as followers of Christ, we are called to be united as one Church in our mission to reach the lost with the love of Christ. Thus, we as the church must set the tone and be the catalyst for unity. So let us consider our words well and be agents for unity and healing. Pray for our leaders and all those with power and influence, that they may use their platforms to heal instead of harm and to bring justice and mercy where it is needed most.
Join us Sunday as we continue our series, "Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope." In this week's message, Pastor Adam will share ways to fight one of the most isolating fears: feeling unloved and alone. If you've been considering joining the church or would like more information about us, join me for Pizza with the Pastor at 12:15 pm after worship Finally, make sure to mark your calendar to join us next Friday night at 6 pm for our All Church Gathering where we'll be having a little fun with a chili cook off and celebration of this past year as well as looking ahead toward our future. If you make a mean pot of chili, bring a pot and enter it into our competition next Friday night.
Make sure to take a look at these great opportunities to learn and grow coming up as well. . . . Resurrection’s Congregational Care Ministry wants to be with you through every step of life including baptisms, weddings, funerals, grief support, various classes to support you through any of life’s ups and downs – and more. Congregational Care Ministers (CCM) assist Resurrection pastors in providing that care. Contact Penny.Ellwood@cor.org for more information about serving as a CCM.
Singles Social Group – Saturday, Jan. 21, 11:30 am. Enjoy lunch and a movie! For details, email carla.ann.morgan@gmail.com or call 660-247-0866.
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 here.
Annual Church Conference – Tuesday, January 24 - 6:30 pm - Resurrection West Campus. Receive updates and vote on important matters, including the approval of the 2017 operating budget, election of leaders for governance committees and the recommendation of a pastoral candidate from the church. Everyone is welcome; however, only church members may vote. The West Campus (24000 W. Valley Parkway, Olathe, KS) will host this year’s meeting, providing an opportunity following the meeting to tour the new entrance, café, meeting rooms and children’s wing. Registration not required. Childcare available. For questions, email Dan.Entwistle@cor.org.
Waypoint Men’s Group – Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 pm. “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 orregister now here.
Singles Game Night Join us at the church Thursday, Jan. 26, for a game night from 7-9 pm. Bring a favorite game, a snack to share and your own soda. Come for the fellowship and laughs!
Mini Music & By Request – Stephanie Myers will host two music events each Thursday through Feb. 23, 2017, at Benton House, 1701 NW Jefferson St., Blue Springs.
Preschool Mini Music - From 6:30-7 pm Class for toddlers, preschool children and their families, features singing, movement, instruments and storybooks. E-mail Stephanie Myers at stephaniemyers62@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.
All Church Gathering and Chili Cook-off – Friday, January 27, 6-8 pm at Resurrection Blue Springs. Join us for our annual vision-casting event. We'll begin with a chili cook-off dinner in the Sanctuary at 6 pm, then at 6:30 or so, we’ll have a brief report from Tuesday’sChurch Conference. Then Pastor Penny will provide updates on renovation and share our latest priorities and dreams for the future. Everyone is invited to join us for chili and the meeting, or just the meeting if you’re not able to come for dinner. Please register here for dinner and childcare. Does your chili recipe belong on pinterest? To participate in the chili cook-off, email Janet Scott
Over 50 Game Night - Saturday evening, January 28, 6:30 - 9 pm. Bring your favorite games and a snack to share. Come join the fun and fellowship! Please sign up here or at Guest Services on Sunday.
FaithWork on February 11 - Lazarus Table Serving Opportunity We have an opportunity to serve a luncheon to those in need of a hot meal as part of Lazarus Table Ministry at Grand Avenue Temple. We will serve the lunch on Saturday, February 11th. We will meet at the church at 9am and carpool/caravan to Grand Avenue Temple at 9th & Grand in KCMO. We’ll also assist in the Clothing Boutique as “personal shoppers” for people obtaining needed items. Sign up here to serve or to prepare food.
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I look forward to seeing you in worship!
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, United States
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