Friday, September 15, 2017
Greetings Resurrection Blue Springs,
I hope your Friday is off to a great start. I’m certainly looking forward to this weekend. We have family visiting for birthdays and taking advantage of what may be some of the last summer-like weather. It’s also Fall Fun Fest downtown and Pastor Adam is coming out to Blue Springs to preach live this Sunday.
I hope you’ll join me and the family at the community stage at Fall Fest on Saturday. Mike Ash, our worship leaders, and members from our praise team will be performing a 45 minute set at 7 pm on Saturday. We’d love it if you wore your Rez Blue Springs t-shirts so we can be visible as we enjoy the music and greet our community.
This week we launched our first session of Disciple 1 Blble study in our home. It's always exciting to begin these ventures together with others you don't know well yet and to ponder how you might be transformed bpth personally and corporately in the process. As this is what usually happens, in my experience. As you can see below we have many study and serving opportunities beginning or happening in the next couple of weeks. I hope you'll take the time to look them over and consider what might be a good fit for your next step toward becoming a deeply committed Christian.
Sunday in worship we’ll continue exploring the faithful but flawed disciple, Simon Peter. We’ll go on to hear “the rest of the story,” as they say. We’ll hear how Peter’s greatest failure is redeemed by Christ and how Peter responds to God’s grace and instruction. If you haven’t had a chance to meet our Senior Pastor, this will be a great opportunity. I’d love to see us fill the house for his visit. This may be a perfect opportunity to invite a friend to join us for worship too. You can share this page and video of the sermon series with them.
In the meantime, be sure to check out the other upcoming opportunities to serve, grow and connect with our community below. . . .
Upcoming Events & Activities
Batter Up for the Neighborhood Food Drive
Hit a home run against hunger in Kansas City by picking up a bag on Sundayto fill with non-perishables. Make it a grand slam by taking extra bags to invite your neighbors to donate. Please return donations by Oct. 1.
Socks & Underwear Drive for The Closet
Through September 24 we are collecting new socks and underwear (toddler – adult sizes) for The Closet in the Blue Springs School District. The Closet provides clothing items for families in the district who could use a little extra support. Donations can be placed in the collection barrel in the west entry.
3rd Grade Bible Presentation
Each year we continue the Methodist tradition of giving Bibles to our 3rd grade students. As their faith family we are excited to provide an age-appropriate Bible to help them go deeper in their relationship with God. Register for the presentation ceremony during the worship service of your choice on Sunday, Oct. 1 by emailing Diane.Enlow@cor.org.
Disaster Response
If you would like to become part of the Early Response Team click HERE for details and to register for the September 30 training. ERT status expired? We are having a Recertification Class for ERT's on September 18 from 6pm-10pm. Click HERE for details and to register. Visit Resurrections Disaster Response webpage for updates.
Children’s Choir
We are starting a children’s choir to prepare for special holiday performances in December. If your elementary-age child is interested in singing, please attend a parent meeting and first rehearsal Wed., Sept. 20, 7-7:45 pm in the KiDSCOR area. E-mail Stephanie Myers with questions.
Being Christian and Transgender
Are you curious what all this transgender stuff is about, and how it relates to the Bible? Do you know someone who is transgender, and want to understand them better? Are you transgender, and struggling with family and your relationship with God? Come to Leawood's Care Night on Thursday, September 21 from 6:30 -8:30 pm to hear another viewpoint, and ask your questions.
Sign Up for Sacred Steps 5K
Don't miss the food, the Kids' Fun Run or the chance to help clean water initiatives in Malawi, Africa on Saturday, September 23rd at 8 am on our Resurrection Leawood campus. To learn more and sign up, click here.
Men’s Social Gathering
Join us for a morning of fellowship and fun, Saturday, Sept. 23, 9:30-11:30 am at Top Golf in Overland Park. No golf experience or equipment needed. Top Golf is set up like a driving range with three floors to hit at large targets. Each bay holds six players who choose from pre-programed games to play. All you have to do is pick a club and swing—Top Golf does the rest! This is a great opportunity to invite a buddy. Cost will be based on the number of signups (est. $25-40). Deadline extended. Learn more, register at Guest Services on Sunday or click here to reserve your spot.
FaithWork Saturday
On Sept. 23 from 9-11 am, we'll put our hands to work at Drumm Farm Center for Children to assist with the fall clean-up of the farm's tomato patch. This is a great family serving opportunity. Anyone school age to adult is welcome to assist. We will plan to meet at 8:50 am in the lower parking lot at Drumm Farm (3210 S. Lee’s Summit Rd., Independence, MO). Learn more, register at Guest Services or click here.
Women’s Ministry at Rez Blue Springs
We are looking for women ages 18-99 for a planning team to expand our Woman’s Ministry to include short Bible studies, speaker events, social events, a retreat and more. From women with the gift of hospitality to craft talents, women with a hunger for spiritual growth to those simply wanting to serve, come help us help women in their journey to KNOW, LOVE and SERVE GOD more fully. Sign up at Guest Services to attend an information meeting on Monday, Sept. 25, 6:30 pm, click here or email Patricia Sanders-Hall.
Join us for Momcouragement!
RezMoms is hosting a Back-to-School Mom Break on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 6:30-8 pm, with activities for all moms, and Christie Walker as our speaker. Childcare will be provided. Join us and bring a friend! To register, click here.
Waypoint Men’s Group
We invite all men to strengthen faith, commitment and community with a 6-week study of John Ortberg’s book and videos, If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat. The 1-hour sessions will include a 20-minute video and 40 minutes of discussion. Join us online at zoom.us/j/856186504 on Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30, from Sept. 27 – Nov. 8. Register at Guest Services or click here.
Leadership Institute is September 27-29
In thirteen days, 2000 guests arrive on our campus. Our goal is to equip, strengthen and inspire them. Our ability to accomplish this depends on the work of volunteers filling a variety of hospitality roles-- all of which help welcome our conference guests and settle them into an environment where they can best learn and listen for God's voice. Volunteer positions are an hour to two hours long and no previous experience is necessary – it’s a great way for new members to get involved. You can look over all the volunteer opportunities at: Volunteer for Leadership Institute
Live and Let Think
If you question faith, wonder about God or carry lots of lingering doubts and concern, join us Wednesdays, October 4 – November 8 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm as we discuss tough issues of faith, ask questions and discover what others think about God. Sessions begin with a meal, followed by a short talk and discussion in a small group setting. This class is comprised of Short talks. Big questions. Doubts welcome. Cost for materials is $10 + meal donation. Learn more or click here to register.
Wiser Together Women's Study
Exploring the book of Proverbs this study, based on Bill Hybel’s book, Wiser Together, directs us in how to experience community and to grow in wisdom from both those who are like us as well as those who are different from us. It is learning the wisdom of unity and community. Morning or Evening sessions are being offered on Thursday's 10/5 – 11/9, at 10 – 11:30 am or 6:30 – 8 pm. Come join a group to affirm that no matter our age, stage or wage, we are all inseparably linked as sisters with one Holy Father! To register, click here.
Christmas in October
Help rehabilitate the houses of lower-income homeowners in Kansas City at no cost to the homeowners through Christmas in October. Serve with us on Saturday, Oct. 14. No construction skills necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. To register for the Blue Springs group's house, select House 04 (2620 Garfield, KCMO) when you click here.
Committee Nominations Underway
The following committees are seeking candidates to serve beginning in 2018: Finance, Trustees, Staff Parish Relations, Foundation, Nominations and Lay Delegates to Annual Conference. You can refer someone you know, or indicate your interest in serving by visiting cor.org/committees by Monday, Oct. 16.
Metamorphosis Fall Retreat
for grades 6-8 – Nov. 3-5; grades 9-12 – Nov. 17-19. Youthfront Camp West, Edgerton, KS, with outdoor games, campfires, hayrides, worship activities in large and small group settings and time for students to grow deeper in their faith. For more information and registration, click here.
* For a complete list of upcoming activities, visit cor.org/bluesprings/events.
I look forward to seeing you this Sunday!Grace and Peace,
Penny
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Blue Springs Staff
Rev. Penny Ellwood, Resurrection Blue Springs Pastor
Mike Ash, Worship Leader & Director of Community
Caleb Longest, Director of Student Ministries
Diane Enlow, Director of Children's Ministries
Riley Ledford, Technical Producer
Heather Sooley, Operations Coordinating Assistant
Stephanie Weigel, Guest Connections Coordinating Assistant
Caitlin Willis, Nursery Coordinator
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Blue Springs
Blue Springs Missouri 64014, United States
For after-hours pastoral care, please call (913) 338-9477.
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