Saint James United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Friday, 5 January 2018 "Weekly E-News - Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News" & "Care & Nurture of Membership" "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 Ministry Mall (Worshipers are invited to wear casual clothing and enjoy their own beverages in the Mall) at the Paseo Campus and 10:30aat 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
Leader Consecration. We will consecrate the 2018 Church Leadership this Sunday, January 7 during 9a, 10:30a and 11:30a worship celebration. Please lift our church leaders up in prayer as they prepare to support the vision by faithfully guiding our congregation through vital ministry.
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CELEBRATION RECEPTION
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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 13 @ 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 which begins this Sunday. To start the journey, we invite you to do the following:
(Books, duplicate surveys and Commitment Cards can be picked up 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 resumes Wednesday, January 10 @ 7p. Please read Joshua 13-17 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 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 Garry Lumpkins, Sr., father of Ken (Sherry) Lumpkins.
Acknowledgements were received from the family of Eugene Jordan, father of Tracy Jordan.
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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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.
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.
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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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Garry Lumpkins, Sr., father of Ken Lumpkins (Sherry), passed. Service arrangements are as follows:
Saturday, January 6, 2018
Visitation: 9:30 am
Service: 10:30 am
Progressive Missionary Baptist Church
2945 Bales Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64128, United States
Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapel
1800 Linwood Boulevard
Kansas City, Missouri 64109, United States
Condolences may be sent to:
Ken & Sherry Lumpkins
3216 South West Alice Lane
Lees Summit, Missouri 64082, United States
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Saint James United Methodist Church
(816)444-5588
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