Weekly E-News - Thursday, 09 May 2018
Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach, Next Generation Ministries and Community News
X-CITING WORSHIP
*Sunday, May 13, 2018, Mother's Day - No Kidz Kingdom at the Paseo Campus.
Be sure to submit Biblical questions now for Dr. Cleaver's "Ask the Pastor"
3rd Sunday’s at 11:30a
Never too early or too late to submit
Place in green glass jars in Worship Center
Email your questions to Tracy Milsap tmilsap@stjamesumc.com.
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 on the 2nd floor at the Paseo campus.
Monday, May 28
COMMITTED TO CHRIST
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.
Sunday, May 20, is Pentecost Sunday, the most important Sunday of the Christian year after Resurrection Sunday. We all have "something to celebrate" about the action of God. Share your something to celebrate video on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter & tag us @stjamesumckc & #something2celebrate
FAITH DEVELOPMENT
Wednesday Night Live.
Bible study continues Wednesday, May 16, @ 7p. Please read 1 Samuel 21-26 for the week's study.
Attend this engaging class for Married Couples to put a little “Spring” into your relationship. This 7-week course will give couples a chance to talk, share, and grow together in Christ. The class starts at 10:30 am (or immediately following the 9:00 am service) at the Paseo campus, in the 2nd floor balcony classroom in the main sanctuary Paseo campus. If you have questions, please contact Bro. Charles Quinn at (816) 654-2257.
Renaissance Campus
Tuesdays
Kids Zone Activities
We've taken Tuesday nights to a new level with multiple opportunities to learn the Word of God.
Bible Study Tuesday
6:00p-6:30p Fellowship & Food
6:30p-7:30p Journey thru Leviticus
6:30p-7:40p Kids Zone Fun & Faith
7:00p-7:40p Encountering the Bible thru a theme
Senior Fitness & Bible Study
Join us at the Paseo Campus Wednesdays from 11a-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 for the potluck lunch following our study time.
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Register by clicking the image above.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
GriefShare. GriefShare Support Group Sessions have begun. You may contact Rosalyn Wilson at 816-753-5998 or at wgmn1969@att.net for additional information or to express a desire to participate during this session. We look forward to your participation.
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 816-802-8234.
WORSHIP MINISTRIES
Volunteer opportunities available at St. James UMC! We will match your passion with a ministry needs such as: Ushers, Van Driver, Audio/Visual and Sound, Parking Lot Greeters, Welcome Station, and Children and Youth Ministries.
Contact the church office 816-444-5588.
Acolytes Needed. Children ages 4-10 are invited to "sing and serve" as light celebrants during our 9a worship celebration. Contact Angela Baker at abswac@gmail.com for more information
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES
Baptism orientation happens this Saturday, May 12, 10a. We are so honored that you have chosen to connect more deeply with God through baptism at St. James UMC. Prior to baptism, we like to meet with families to discuss the meaning of baptism, address concerns candidates and their family members may have, discuss the structure of the baptism service, and introduce the baptism officiant to the candidate and participating family members. Orientation normally lasts for no more than one hour. Classes meet at St. James UMC, 5540 Wayne Ave., KCMO 64110 on the second floor in classroom F.
JUNE 27 - JUNE 30
Set your compasses for Africa and prepare for an epic expedition at Camp Kilimanjaro VBS at St. James!
Youth Orchestra
Saturday Mornings at 9a
Darryl Chamberlain
816-606-9542
The A-Flat Music Studio offers formal instrumental music lessons for students who live in the Kansas City metroplex. The studio offers lessons for students who are beginners and orchestral experience for students who are currently playing an instrument.
Boy Scouts
Contact Nyrobi Collins
816-444-5588
Girl Scouts (Kindergarten thru 12th grade)
Saturdays 11:30 am to 1:15p
Carmellya Anderson 816-509-5428
UMW
Women of St. James, come out, take an active role in our goal to envision more and embrace the mission.
ST. JAMES SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Opportunities
If you are a high school senior, please forward your contact information to Yvette Richards at yrichards@stjamesumc.com. Applications are now available for graduating high school seniors who are current members of St. James UMC, see how you can apply below!
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Applications for the Catherine A. Davis Memorial Book Scholarship Award are now available. This Scholarship Award is available to a young African American female who is a member of St. James United Methodist Church and is a 2018 graduating senior. The application and award criteria can be obtained from Yvette Richards at yrichards@stjamesumc.com. All applications must be submitted by June 8, 2018 to the United Methodist Women Scholarship Award Committee, c/o Carolyn Celestine. For additional information or questions please contact Yvette Richards or Carolyn Celestine at 816.820.6015 or rccelestine@att.net.
Nursing Scholarship The Health Ministry is accepting applications for the Bessie Thompson Fleming Nursing Scholarship. Applicants must be a member of St. James UMC and enrolled in a Baccalaureate degree nursing program which begins in the Fall of 2017 or January of 2018. Proof of acceptance and other documents are required. Contact Meredith Shellner at lionmets@msn.com - Subject Line: Nursing Scholarship or 816 506-5204.
Alan & Austin Campbell St. James Acolyte Scholarship Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, have been an active member of any combination of St. James UMC ministries for two years and have actively served as an acolyte for at least two years. Applications must be postmarked by May 15, 2018. For additional information or questions, please contact Rachelle Hyder at hyder60@icloud.com.
Mr. Bill Johnson Youth Scholarship* Renewals for the Mr. Bill Johnson Book Scholarship must complete the book scholarship application and provide a copy of their college transcript reflecting their student status and current cumulative GPA. Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2018.
*College recipients of the Mr. Bill Johnson Scholarship: Renewals for the Mr. Bill Johnson Book Scholarship must complete the book scholarship application and provide a copy of their college transcript reflecting their student status and current cumulative GPA. Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2018.
Membership Scholarship This scholarship is open to any graduating high school senior of St. James who is beginning a post-secondary education (university, college, certification, professional training) in the 2017-2018 academic year. Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2018. For additional information or questions, contact Yvette Richards at 816 802-8234 or yrichards@stjamesumc.com
High School Graduation St. James UMC will celebrate your high school graduation class on June 24, 2018. Information sheets are available online by clicking here >>> and at the Welcome stations at both campuses. Send your information along with a *photo* to Phyllis Battle via email at pbattle02@gmail.com or drop off at the church with Yvette Richards by May 15, 2018. If you have any questions, please call Phyllis at 816-213-5918 or via email.The Alan and Austin Campbell St. James Acolyte Scholarship, you are eligible if:
you are a GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR;
MEMBER of St. James United Methodist Church, KCMO;
Have been an ACTIVE MEMBER of any combination of St. James Ministries for 2 years;
Have been ACTIVE ACOLYTE member for at least 2 years during your membership at St. James.To apply for this scholarship download and fill out the application form this link - Click Here >>>
COMMUNITY NEWS
CLOTHES, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, TOILETRIES & MORE
OPEN @ Paseo Campus - MAY 30, 2018, from 3p-5p.
We need your help! Spring is here and spring cleaning is happening so any clean, gently used: dinnerware, counter-top appliances, mixers, toasters, we would be grateful to accept your donations to pass on to someone in need. Talk with Bobbie Faulkner, 816-822-0299, faulkner.c@sbcglobal.net (Paseo campus) or Erma Davis, 816 820-6353, retroclassy@gmail.com (Renaissance campus) with any questions or if you want to volunteer with this awesome ministry.
Friday, June 1, 2018 | 7p - 9:30p
There’s Always a Need for Diapers!!
The number of families participating in St. James’ Diaper Ministry continues to grow.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Saint James United Methodist Church
(816)444-5588
Saint James United Methodist Church
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