Pastor Penny Ellwood's Enote for Friday, 27 April 2018 of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Blue Springs in Blue Springs, Missouri, United States
Greetings Resurrection Blue Springs!
It looks like we have a beautiful weekend ahead of us. Perfect for our Serve Day at Drumm Farm Center for Children on Saturday morning. Everyone 10 years and up is invited to join us to work in their garden. We’ll work from 9-11:30 am planting vegetables that will be sold this summer at the center’s Farmer’s Market. If you’d like to join us, we could definitely use more hands. You can find more details below.
This Sunday, continuing with our sermon series on What Would Jesus Say, we'll take a look at what Jesus would say specifically to Church of the Resurrection. What might be his charge to us as a community of believers, located across this city with followers enough to make significant change for good. This message will tie into the work we’ve been doing together to determine our 2030 strategic vision. You’ll have an opportunity this Sundayto weigh in on this important process.
Finally, I want to formally congratulate our newest members at Resurrection Blue Springs. We had nine adults profess their faith and join the church at last Sunday’s Pizza with the Pastor. It is so exciting to see our church family growing and to anticipate all the ways that God will use us to reflect and expand the kingdom of heaven!
Congratulations to our newest members:
- Lauren Hahn
- Kim & Linda Koskovich
- Kellis Miller
- Hannah Morgan
- Tena Morgan (Matthew)
- Emily Tucker
- Ty & Brittany Wells
Pastor Penny
Upcoming Events & Activities
April Serve Day
Saturday, April 28th, 8:50-11:30 am -Drumm Farm Center for Children. Family service opportunity for ages 10 and up. Participants will work at the farm, planting crops in the garden. Dress for the weather and bring work gloves. Meet at Nelson Hall, 3210 S. Lee's Summit Road, Independence, MO 64055. Contact Carman Duvall for more information. Register online here.
Learn the Plan for Emergencies
Unfortunately, no place is immune from senseless acts of violence. Resurrection has an Emergency Procedure Plan, as well as security teams on each of our campuses who work closely with local law enforcement. On Sunday, April 29, at 1:30 pm, Brett Leathers, Asst. Director of Safety and Security, will be at Resurrection Blue Springs to provide security training for our volunteer teams, and everyone in the congregation is invited to attend.
We are getting a playground!
But first, we need a project manager and team to help get it going! If you have knowledge or resources for playground and fence installation or would like to help, email Diane.Enlow@cor.org.
Do you have a graduating High School or College Student?
If you have a graduating high school or college student in your household, please let us know. We're planning to recognize these students on May 20thduring worship. Send an email to Heather Sooley with your student's information and a recent photo.
Crafty for a Cause - May 4
Join our small group the first Friday of every month at 10 am to learn, share your talents and create items for missions. We’ve got lots of projects to choose from (sleeping mats, prayer shawls, baby blankets, stocking hats, etc.) We can provide you with materials for all projects or feel free to bring your own. Whether you knit, crochet, have basic sewing skills or just know how to use scissors and tie a knot, we’ve got a project for you! Contact Heather Sooley for more information.
TGIF Movie Night
K-5th graders are invited to watch Leap! at our TGIF Movie Night, Friday, May 4, 6:30 pm (while their parents are watching Big Sonia – see info below). Popcorn and other movie snacks provided. PJs, blankets and favorite stuffed animals encouraged! Register here.
Big Sonia Movie Night
Sonia Warshawski, a Holocaust survivor who lives in Kansas City, endured teenage years marked by the horrors of concentration camps and death marches. She shares her story in the movie, Big Sonia. Ages 10 and up are encouraged to join us for this award-winning documentary film on Friday, May 4, 6:30 pm, Blue Springs Sanctuary. TGIF Movie Night offered at the same time for K-5th, childcare available for younger children by request. Rezlife youth group will sell popcorn and snacks to raise funds for camp and special events.
Blood Drive
Thursday, May 10, 3:30-7 pm Resurrection Blue Springs Fellowship Hall. Share the gift of life with local hospital patients who need it by donating at the next Community Blood Center blood drive. Book your appointment today at esavealifenow.org, enter Sponsor Code: CORBS. Learn more at Guest Services or contact Betty Witt.
Waypoint Online Men's Group
A waypoint is defined as a stopping place on a journey. Men are on different journeys of life and spiritual understanding so it is helpful, no matter what path you're on, to have a waypoint to stop and assess your surroundings and adjust your course. “Gather” online each week to navigate your life’s journey from the comfort of wherever you are! Wednesdays from 8:30-9:30 pm via computer or the ZOOM app. Join us online each week at https://zoom.us/j/856186504. Contact Mike Ash for more information.
Save the Date! Year End Fun Day at Wendell Phillips
Join us for this fun and rewarding Serve opportunity May 24 at Wendell Phillips Elementary School, helping celebrate the last day of school and encouraging students to stick it out to the very end! There will be activities you can help lead throughout the morning and/or afternoon. Consider setting a day aside to join us in this wonderful partnership. Register online here, or email rezblueserve@cor.org with questions!
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
(816) 389-8900
For after-hours pastoral care, please call (913) 338-9477.
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