Missionary Renegade: Saint James United Methodist Church of Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Wednesday & Thursday & Friday 29 - 30 - 1 November December 2017 "Care & Nurture of Membership (Two Notices) & Care & Nurture of Membership ~ Amended & Weekly E-News - Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News" "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?" (John 14:1-2)

Saturday, December 2, 2017

Saint James United Methodist Church of Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Wednesday & Thursday & Friday 29 - 30 - 1 November December 2017 "Care & Nurture of Membership (Two Notices) & Care & Nurture of Membership ~ Amended & Weekly E-News - Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News" "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?" (John 14:1-2)

Saint James United Methodist Church of Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Wednesday & Thursday & Friday 29 - 30 - 1 November December 2017 "Care & Nurture of Membership (Two Notices) & Care & Nurture of Membership ~ Amended & Weekly E-News - Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News" "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?" (John 14:1-2)

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X-CITING WORSHIP

We would love to see you at 9a and 11:30a at the Paseo Campus and 10:30a at the Renaissance Campus. You can also join us online for a live stream of the worship celebrations each week.

Wednesday Night Live. Wednesday, December 6, @ 7p in the Ministry Mall for our continuing exploration of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. 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 Joshua 4-6 for next week's study.

FAITH DEVELOPMENT

Join Dr. Cleaver each week for a short time of prayer and devotion.
Start your day off right
Get a mid-week boost
Ignite the fire in your faith.

Senior Fitness & Bible Study. Join us at the Paseo Campus Wednesdays from 11-11:30a 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 fellowship to help motivate you. Then, stay for Bible Study from 11:30a -12:30p and get strengthened in the spirit! Feel free to bring a dish and join us in the potluck lunch following our study time.

Adult Sunday School. There are three adult classes offered at the St. James Paseo Campus. Classes for Men, Women and Mixed Adults are held at 10:30a on the 2nd floor.

ALLIES FOR RACIAL JUSTICE

CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Christian sympathy is extended to the family of Barbara Weldon, grandmother of Jeffery (Khara) Hughley, Jr., great-grandmother of Paiton, Jaylen and Karson Hughley; and to the family of David Lee Irving, Jr., husband of Alma "Lisa" Irving, father of Bridgett, Erica, Travis and Thomas Williams, son-in-law of Clara Washington, brother-in-law of Gail Bynum and uncle of Jonathan and Jordan Bynum.

Prayer Time. Join us on the prayer line every Tuesday and Thursday from 12p-1p. Dial: 530-881-1212, code 293680996.

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 call 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 4-10 are invited to sing and serve as light celebrants during our 8a worship celebration. Contact Angela Baker at abswac@gmail.com for more information.

Renaissance Ushers. If you are interested in serving as an Usher, please contact Pastor Andre Fulton at afulton@stjamesumc.com.

ABOVE & BEYOND

The 'Above & Beyond' giving campaign continues through December 22, 2017. We are confidently headed toward reaching our $200,000 goal. The key to our success is church-wide participation through

daily fasting and praying

continued regular giving

the additional sacrifice to give 'above' the normal giving

You can give in the following ways:

From your mobile phone, text "SJUMC" to 77977
Use the special 'Above and Beyond' envelopes,
Or designate your 'Above and Beyond' amount on a regular envelope.
CONNECTING MINISTRIES

Volunteers In Mission Team 2018 UMCOR Mission Trip

Baldwin, Louisiana, April 28 - May 4, 2018. Plans are being finalized for our St. James VIM Team annual mission trip to the United Methodist Committee on Relief Sager Brown Depot in Baldwin, Louisiana. The dates are April 28 through May 4, 2018. All members who have expressed interest in joining this mission trip, please contact Alice Ellison ellisonalicem@gmail.com, no later than November 27, 2017. Our total number of St. James participants needs to be confirmed with UMCOR by December 1, 2017.

Welcome Center. Ministry teams of the Paseo and Renaissance Campuses have partnered to create an inviting welcome area for members and guests (outside the sanctuary). Stop by to:

Enjoy fresh coffee, juice or tea
Pick-up ministry or event information, order CDs/DVDs
Update contact information, register or volunteer
Take advantage of convenient, electronic giving

Connectors Needed. We are missing YOU, please consider volunteering one Sunday a month at 9a or 11:30a to assist at the Welcome Center. A signup sheet is available or you can contact the church office. Your willingness to serve is greatly appreciated:

Dec 3 - United Methodist Men
Dec 10 - Hospitality
Dec 17 - VIM
Dec 24 - Membership
Dec 31 - Girl/Boy Scouts

Safety Team. We have established a new Safety Team to assist in ensuring that we provide safe worship spaces and experiences. Men AND women are needed to serve this vital team. The first training sessions will be held Saturday, January 6 from 9a-11a at the Renaissance Campus and 11:30a-1:30p at the Paseo Campus. If you are interested, please plan to attend one of these sessions. Please RSVP to ncollins@stjamesumc.com by December 22nd.

NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

Bettylu's Closet wishes to thank all of the volunteers and congregation for their hard work and support of this worthy and needed ministry. Over 75 families were helped this time and throughout this year 2017 over 500 families have been supported with your generous donations! Thank you!

Join our Journey - Envisioning More, Embracing the Mission. We invite you to add to your calendar our December 10, 10:30a Christmas Celebration in the Paseo Campus Fellowship Hall.

COMMUNITY NEWS

St. James Youth Sports. Did you know you that St. James is now part of the Upward Sports Family. We are actively recruiting coaches for Flag Football and Cheerleading. This is a way to serve your church, family and community while doing something you love! If you are interested in coaching we will introductory meetings Saturday, December 9 at 9a at the Paseo Campus and 12p at the Renaissance Campus. Contact Yvette Richards at yrichards@stjamesumc.com or 816.802.8234.

Learn to Earn Program. The Full Employment Council helps connect Jackson County, Missouri young adults ages 18-24 years old with internships and scholarships in occupations that support professional baseball and football athletics. Those selected in the competitive application process are provided a six-week internship and are eligible to receive up to $3,000 in scholarships to attend a community college or vocational school. Click here for the application or contact Dot Coleman at 816-471-2330 for more information.

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David Lee Irving, Jr., husband of Alma ("Lisa" Irving), father of Bridgett, Erica, Travis and Thomas Williams, son-in-law of Clara Washington, brother-in-law of Gail Bynum, and uncle of Jonathan and Jordan Bynum, passed. Service arrangements are as follows:
Monday, December 4, 2017
Visitation: 9:00am
Service: 11:00am
Saint James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
Golden Gate Funeral Chapel
2800 East 18th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64127, United States
Condolence may be sent to:
Alma (Lisa) Irving
4244 Paseo

Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States

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Barbara Weldon, grandmother of Jeffery (Khara) Hughley, Jr., great-grandmother of Paiton, Jaylen, and Karson Hughley, passed. Service arrangements are as follows:
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Visitation: 9:30am
Service: 11:30am
Saint James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
Golden Gate Funeral Chapel
2800 East 18th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64127, United States
Condolence may be sent to:
Jeffery & Khara Hughley, Jr.
9808 Harvard Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64134, United States
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David Lee Irving, Jr., husband of Alma ("Lisa" Irving), father of Bridgett, Erica, Travis and Thomas Williams, son-in-law of Clara Washington, brother-in-law of Gail Bynum, and uncle of Jonathan and Jordan Bynum, passed. Service arrangements are as follows:
Monday, December 4, 2017
Visitation: 9:00am
Service: 11:00am
Saint James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
Golden Gate Funeral Chapel
2800 East 18th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64127, United States
Condolence may be sent to:
Alma (Lisa) Irving
7015 Indiana Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64131, United States

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