Saint James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Friday, 19 January 2018 "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)
X-CITING WORSHIP
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Sunday Worship. We would love to see you at 9a in the Sanctuary and 11:30a in the New Worship Center (formerly the Ministry Mall) Worshipers are invited to wear casual clothing and enjoy their own beverages in the Worship Center at the Paseo Campus and 10:30a at the Renaissance Campus. I hope you will share this thrilling news with others who might be looking for a different kind of worship experience at 11:30a ~ Paseo Campus. *You can also join us online for a live stream of the worship celebrations each week
Access to Kidz Kingdom is limited to volunteers and parents dropping off children Sundays between the hours of 8:30a - 1:00p and Wednesdays between 6:30p - 8p. Parents will check in children at the Great Hall and Administrative entrances to Kidz Kingdom. Members needing to access the Fellowship Hall or kitchen should enter through the exterior doors on Paseo, or use the south stairwell adjacent to the Worship Center (formerly the Ministry Mall).
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NOMINATIONS & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
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Church Leaders, please add to your calendars, the year's first NLDT training scheduled Saturday,
The Allies for Racial Justice Team (a partnership between St. James and Church of the Resurrection) have developed, and are sponsoring the training which will be held at the Paseo campus. Morning refreshments, and a boxed lunch are included. Please indicate your plans to attend by registering.
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STATE OF THE CHURCH
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State of the Church will be held on
Saturday, January 27 @ 10a Sanctuary - Paseo Campus.
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COMMITTED TO CHRIST
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Committed to Christ is a church-wide discipleship journey with the potential to transform every household and the church itself. For this reason we want our entire congregation to get in on this transformational experience. We invite you to join us as our focus this week is on "Bible Reading."
(Books, duplicate surveys and Commitment Cards will be available at the
Q&A Table located at the Wayne Street Entrance)
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FAITH DEVELOPMENT
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Wednesday Night Live. Bible Study continues Wednesday, January 24 @ 7p. Please read Joshua 22-24 for the week's study.
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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
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Renaissance Campus
Tuesdays
Kids Zone Activities
We've taken Tuesday nights to a new level with multiple opportunities to learn the Word of God.
**Snacks & fellowship will be a special part of the night from 6p-6:30p**
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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 your body. 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 Paseo Campus. Classes for Men, Women and Mixed Adults are held at 10:30a on the 2nd floor.
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CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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Christian Sympathy is extended to the family of Robert Newsome, husband of Pamela Newsome, and father of Cicely Trotter.
Acknowledgements were received from the families of Ronnie Battle, brother of Kevin (Phyllis) Battle and uncle of Phyleia and Kollin Battle; and Keith Hinch, brother of Edwina (Rivers) Brown.
Prayer Time. Join us on the prayer line every Tuesday and Thursday from 12p-1p. Dial: 530-881-1212, code 293680996.
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WORSHIP MINISTRIES
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The Alan and Austin Campbell St. James Acolyte Scholarship - Applicants must have be a graduating high school senior, have been an active member of any combination of St. James Ministries for 2 years; and have been an active acolyte member for at least 2 years during your membership at St. James United Methodist Church. For additional information or questions, please contact Rachelle Hyder at hyder60@icloud.com. Deadline March 31, 2018
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
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CONNECTING MINISTRIES
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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 at ellisonalicem@gmail.com. Our total number of St. James participant's needs to be confirmed with UMCOR in December.
Welcome Center. Ministry teams of the Paseo and Renaissance Campuses have partnered to create inviting welcome areas for members and guests (outside the sanctuary). Stop by to:
Connectors, Greeters & Ushers Needed. We are missing YOU, please consider volunteering to serve Sundays at 9a 10:30a or 11:30a to assist at either campus'. A sign-up sheet is available or you can contact the church office. Your willingness to serve is greatly appreciated!
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NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES
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ALLIES FOR RACIAL JUSTICE
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COMMUNITY NEWS
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Upcoming Diversity Education Opportunity
UMKC's Division of Diversity and Inclusion is bringing Dr. Joy DeGruy for their annual MLK lecture. The date and time are Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 6p in the Pierson Auditorium (Atterbury Student Success Center). DeGruy will discuss a thought-provoking topic: How slavery has impacted African Americans psychologically even as of today. I hope you will consider attending. Community registration is $7.00 at the link: To Register Click Here!
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Saint James United Methodist Church
(816)444-5588
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