Friday, May 19, 2017

Weekly eNote from Pastor Jason Gant for Friday, 19 May 2017 - The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Olathe Kansas, United States

Weekly eNote from Pastor Jason Gant for Friday, 19 May 2017 - The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Olathe Kansas, United States




Resurrection West,

Summer is just days away and Sunday we will share the summer schedule to encourage us all in worship, study, serving, and growing together! We have some great events planned including MEGA Mission serve days, men’s and women’s retreats, marriage enrichment studies, preschool play dates, a lake picnic & baptism event, weekly teen events, and inspiring worship series on the Parables of Jesus, Gospel in Modern Films, Testimonials, How to Read the Bible, and much more!
 
This Sunday Pastor Adam continues The Birds & The Bees series with a look at the modern family, making sense of sexuality, and more. We will also be celebrating with our graduates (both high school and college) and have a special gift for each of you! 
 
Many of you have asked about the montage video from last Sunday to celebrate mothers. You can view and share it on our our Facebook page here. Thanks to our worship arts team who always does such an excellent job - and our communications team for the new eNote header and summer events calendar we'll receive on Sunday

Here are some upcoming opportunities to know, love, and serve God....
  • Join KiDSCOR Team Summer!
  • Marriage Enrichment: The Road to Wisdom
  • MEGA Mission Serve Day
  • Hygiene Bags for those in need
  • Sign up Now for Building Better Moms
  • 5th-7th grade mission to Downtown KC
  • 8th-12th grade mission to Colorado Springs
  • Vacation Bible Camp for kids
  • Sports camp for kids 
Join KiDSCOR Team Summer! Each summer, KiDSCOR Children's Ministry gratefully gives our school-year volunteers (all 150 of them!) a break to recharge while Team Summer dives in. From June 4 – August 13, we’re inviting youth and adults to make a di erence in a child’s life. If you’ve ever thought about being a KiDSCOR volunteer but weren’t quite ready, now is your time! Nearly 60 youth and adult volunteers are needed each Sunday to safely welcome children and help them know how much they matter to us. No previous experience is necessary – we’ll give you everything you need to know! Sign up today in back of the Narthex or online by clicking here. Bonus: Sign up for three Sundays and receive a free Team Summer t-shirt! Contact Christie.Walker@cor.org with questions. 
The Road to Wisdom, Marriage Course This 6-week class begins Sunday, June 4, 6:30-8:30 pm at Resurrection West and concludes on July 16. Have you ever wondered why your spouse does what they do or thinks the way that they think? The Road to Wisdom marriage course uses the Enneagram Personality Assessment to help couples understand their individual personality types and discover their strengths and vulnerabilities to come together in ways which will lead to healthy relationships! Meeting dates: June 4, 11, 18; July 2, 9, 16. Cost is $15 per person and childcare is available. Register today at cor.org/west/signup
 
MEGA MISSION My Father’s House (Furnishings Ministry), Saturday, June 10, 9 am–1:30 pm. Meet at My Father’s House, 2100 Manchester Trafficway, Kansas City, MO, and participate in a variety of awesome projects suitable for all ages! Afterwards, lunch will be provided. My Father's House furnishes hope to those in need by collecting, preparing and distributing donated furnishings and home essentials, transforming the lives of program participants, donors and servants into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Resurrection's Furnishings Ministry seeks to ensure that no child or adult in the Kansas City area lives in a home without adequate furniture. Please wear your MEGA MISSION t-shirts – extras will be available that day. You will not want to miss this incredible day of service! For more information or to register, visit cor.org/west/signup.
 
Collecting Hygiene Bags – Some families/individuals are forced to make tough financial decisions about buying the daily essentials many take for granted. To help meet this need directly, our United Methodist Women’s circle is collecting personal hygiene essentials to bag and distribute to those in need in the surrounding community. The items needed are as follows: large rolls of toilet paper, large bars of bath soap, large shampoos, large spray deodorants, toothpaste, toothbrushes (for all ages), laundry detergent pods, and dishwashing soap. Please place your donations in the mission bins in the back of the sanctuary by Sunday, June 11. Thank you for making a positive di erence in our community! For more information, contact Chris.Holliday@cor.org. 
Learn, Grow, & Serve with Building Better Moms at Rez West! Registration is now open! Enjoy fellowship and fun with moms who can relate to your daily joys and challenges. Relevant discussion will meet you where you are as a mom, a woman and a friend. Groups are currently forming for moms with children newborn through high school, including daytime and evening options. For more information, visit cor.org/west/women

rezlife 5th-7th Grade Mission Trip to Downtown KC - Head to the inner city of Kansas City July 10 –14 and spend time serving in several ways throughout the community! Student lodging will be at The Church of the Resurrection Downtown Campus. Students currently in 5th-7th grade during the 2016-2017 school year are eligible to serve. The cost is $200 per student. Seating is unlimited until June 1. However, registration is closed after June 1, and space will then be limited. Click here to register

rezlife 8th-12th Grade Mission Trip to Calhan, CO - Travel to Calhan, CO (outside of Colorado Springs) June 18 –24 and serve with the Community OutReach Center! Students will work closely with the rural community to help those in need by assisting with home projects and vacation bible schools at two churches. Student lodging will be at the county fairgrounds in air conditioned buildings. Students currently in 8th-12th grade during the 2016-2017 school year are eligible to serve. The cost is $275 per student (this includes graduated seniors); $140 for College-aged students (Post HS-Age 21); and free for adults. Seating is unlimited until May 1. However, registration is closed after May 1, and space will then be limited. Click here to register 

Coming this Summer to KiDSCOR at RezWest
• Sports Camp – It’s soccer, basketball, football, cheer and faith-based fun packed into one awesome week! June 26-30, 8:30-11:30 am, $50. Great instruction, daily devotionals and friendship-building make this a camp you won’t want to miss. Camp is for current K-5th graders. Register at cor.org/west/signup. For more information, contact david.robertson@cor.org Sports Campers may also participate in Vacation Bible Camp for a full day of fun!
• Vacation Bible Camp 2017 – The Secret Life of Jesus! That’s the theme for VBC 2017, June 26-30, 1-5 pm, $25. You and the kids in your life will definitely want to be a part of this spy-filled exploration of the parables of Jesus! Camp is for current K-5th graders. Register at cor.org/west/signup. For more information, contact christie.walker@cor.orgCampers may also participate in Sports Camp for a full-day experience.
• Volunteer for VBC and Sports Camp – All youth and adults are invited to be a part of our summer camps and you can sign up now! VBC volunteers are also able to register their younger children for a VBC experience tailored to their age. We have so many ways to serve – there is a spot for you! 6th graders and older are welcome to serve. Register at cor.org/west/signup. 

**For a complete list of RezWest activities, go to cor.org/west

Looking forward to worship on Sunday

Pastor Jason
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West

24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
West office - 913-538-7800
For an after hours urgent pastoral care need call 913-338-9477
 
Resurrection West Staff
Travis Morgan - Director of Staffing and Operations
Chris Holliday - Associate Pastor, Care and Missions
David Robertson - Director of Community Life
Lindsay Hefner - Director of Worship Arts
Yolanda Byers - Guest Connections and Communications
Rick Webb - Director of rezlife Student Ministries
Christie Walker - Director of KiDS COR Children's Ministries
Lynnlea Nelson - Early Childhood Program Director
Malerie Luttrell - Nursery Coordinator
Debbie Dietz - Coordinating Assistant to Pastor Jason
Carol Townsend - Coordinating Assistant for Programs and Ministries
James Wear - Technical Producer Media and Graphics
Vince Weston - Facilities TechnicianDavid Boss - Audio Engineer

The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway, Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
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