Thursday, June 29, 2017

Weekly E-News - Saint James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Thursday, 29 June 2017 "Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News"

 Weekly E-News - Saint James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Thursday, 29 June 2017 "Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News"

Weekly E-News - 06/29/2017
Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News
X-CITING WORSHIP


Game of Zones. Dr. Emanuel Cleaver III continues his sermon series with "Game of Zones"  Red Zone - Proverbs 18:1, Sunday, July 2, @ 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Paseo Campus and 10 a.m.Renaissance Campus worship services.

Wednesday Night Live.  Join us Wednesday, July 5 @ 7 p.m. in the Ministry Mall for our continuing exploration of the Bible from Genesis to Revelations.  Led by Dr. 3 and the Pastoral Team, we wrestle with what the Bible says, the cultural context, people, places of the time and what it means for us today.  Please read Leviticus 1-5, for next week's study.

Church Office will be closed in observance of Independence Day, Tuesday, July 4, 2017.

LISTENING SESSIONS
Please check your calendar, and join us for one of four listening sessions around worship at St. James UMC.  Your thoughts, and questions matter.  We want to share with you, and have you share with us.  On-site sessions will be held at the Paseo campus.
 
Listening Sessions:
TONIGHT - Thursday, June 29 @6p
Sunday, July 2 after 11a
Thursday, July 6 @6p
Tuesday, July 11 @6p - Online Only Session (Zoom)
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/223481660
 
Hear plans for the awesome move of God taking place at your church home.

FAITH DEVELOPMENT
New Member Orientation.  Will be held on July 8, 9:30 a.m. here at the Paseo Campus.

Sunday School.  There are three adult Sunday school classes offered this summer at St. James UMC. The classes are the Women's Sunday school class, The Mixed Adult's Sunday school class, and the Men's Sunday school class.

Senior Fitness & Bible Study.  Join us at the Paseo Campus every Wednesday from 11-11:30 a.m. for light to moderate exercise done from the comfort of a chair!  A trained fitness expert will guide you through exercises that help strengthen you, and the fellowship will help motivate you.  Then, stay for Bible Study from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and get strengthened in the spirit!  Feel free to bring a dish and join us in the potluck lunch following our study time.

Bible Study at Renaissance.  Join us Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for Bible study at the Renaissance Campus.  There is food, fellowship and the Word.  Come out and grow with your church family!

Prayer Time.  Continue with us in prayer every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. on the prayer line 530-881-1212, code 293680996.

Prayer Class.  Learn to build your prayer skills and deepen your faith development with Helen Walker every 4th Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in the Vaughan Chapel.  The next class is Sunday, July 23.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Christian Sympathy is extended to the families of Gilbert Roland Young, the brother of Corrine Young; and Donald L. Gibson, brother-in-law of Gloria Stephens, and uncle of Ebony Saunders.
 
Acknowledgements were received from the families of Regina ToneyCrystal HillMary WardJoyce WhiteSharron Anderson,and Anna Norris.

GriefShare.  No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process.  The St. James GirefShare Support Ministry provides help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend and in a safe and confidential place that helps to put lives back together again.  We will walk with you on the path through grief toward healing and hope for the future. Our group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and have successfully rebuilt their lives.  GriefShare is comprised of a video seminar series that features some of the nation's foremost Christian experts on grief and recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspective coupled with support group discussions of these presentations.   GriefShare Support Group sessions will be hosted every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. for 12 weeks beginning August 24, 2017.  You may contact Rosalyn Wilson at 816-753-5998 or at wgmn1969@att.net for additional information or to express a desire to participate.  We look forward to your participation.
 
Compassionate Care.  When you experience illness, the death of a loved one or if you would like prayer, we want to know so that we may provide compassion, encouragement and comfort during life's challenges.  Please let us know by calling the church office at 816-444-5588 or, after hours, the Care on Call phone at 816-286-6048.

WORSHIP MINISTRIES
Acolytes Needed.  Children ages 4-12 are welcome to serve during our worship celebrations.  Contacts: Angela Baker (8 a.m.) at abswac@gmail.com or Risë Cockerm (11 a.m.) at rise289@gmail.com.

Little Vessel Ushers and Youth Ushers.  Children ages 5-11 and youth ages 12-18 serve as ushers every 3rd Sunday during 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.worship.  No experience needed - on the job training is provided.  The uniform is a white button down shirt and black slacks or skirt.  Contact Brenda Sylvan (children) at 816-942-4258 or Connie Frazier (youth) at 816-363-3468.

CONNECTING MINISTRIES
United Methodist Women will not meet on Sunday, July 9, 2017.  The next Unit meeting will be held on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.  St. James Women, please plan to join us to get the "inside scoop" on the exciting and impactful UMW activities scheduled through the end of the year.  Your presence and prayers make a mighty difference.

Connectors Needed. As most are aware the Welcome Center at the Paseo entrance has been operating since February, you can complete a number of vital tasks at the center.  You can pay your tithes, locate a number of activities to serve.  Next door in the hallway are refreshments provided by our Hebrews Ministry.  We are missing YOU, please consider volunteering one Sunday a month at 8:00 or 11:00 a.m. worship to assist at the center.  A signup sheet is available or you can contact the church office. Thank you for your ministry agreeing to serve:
  • Jul 2 - UMM
  • Jul 9 - Care & Nurture
  • Jul 16 - Masters Men
  • Jul 23 - Usher Board
  • Jul 30 - Leadership Team
Welcome Center.  The HeBrews, Hospitality and Membership Teams have partnered to create an inviting welcome area for members and guests in the Narthex (outside the sanctuary).  Stop by to:
  • Enjoy fresh coffee, juice or tea at the HeBrews station
  • Pick-up ministry or event information, order CDs/DVDs
  • Update contact information, register or volunteer 
  • Take advantage of convenient, electronic giving 
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES


Spark Mini-Mobile Camp Registration -
St. James UMC @ Renaissance - July 1-2, 2017.
Spark Mini-Mobile is a weekend camp filled with a ton of fun activities, Bible study, and worship/dance party time. The Missouri United Methodist Conference works with local churches around Missouri to bring children a summer camp in their own backyard and give them an experience unlike one they've ever had before.   See you at camp!  Sign up click here.


St. James UMC Youth Mission Trip to Texas 
July 22-29
 
Þ Open to all Youth ages 12-18
 
Þ Leaving from St James UMC by van. to the great state of Texas.
 


COMMUNITY NEWS
Project Shine. Saturday, July 15th, 2017  Ingels Elementary School* Directly behind Renaissance Campus, we will paint 25 classrooms and help with the landscaping.  Please sign up here with Signup Genius
Volunteers needs are as follows:
  • Prep Day July 10th - 14th from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm**  flexible schedule
  • Project Shine Event July 15th, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you have any questions please contact Yvette Richards Director of Community Connections call  816-802-8234 or email Yrichards@stjamesumc.com.

Cleaver Senior Living Community.  The 40 Acres Team continues to provide monthly project updates on the 1st Tuesday of each month, due to Independence Day holiday, the next meeting will be held Tuesday, July 11, at 6 p.m.  Contact Sam Coleman, Sr. at samcoleman@sbcglobal.netfor more information.

Forty Acres Team is creating a Grant Writing Team. We are looking for 8-10 members to join us.  If you're interested, contact Sam Coleman Sr at 816-868-9246 or samcoleman@sbcglobal.net.

Saint James United Methodist Church
Saint James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
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