This Sunday will be an exciting day in worship as we dig into Black Panther, continuing in our series on the Gospel in Film. Black Pantherhas grossed over 1.3 billion, making it the 9th highest grossing film of all time, and the director and cast have a unique connection to one another from prior movies they’ve collaborate on. Black Pantherreveals a deep look at our humanity, community, and culture. Pastor Scott Chrostek will be preaching, and I believe this will be an inspiring and important message as we seek to live as followers of Christ. Join me and invite your friends to worship with us at 8am, 9:30am, 11am, or 5pm!
I’ve spent this week on retreat with a group of our staff from across all campuses dreaming, praying, team-building and strategizing. Retreating away is a good reminder that we need to make space for God in and through all we do. Luke 5 tells us that Jesus withdrew to pray. He set the example for us and so I’ll hope you’ll consider taking some time to withdraw in prayer connecting with God. When I do this, it strengthens my soul and aligns me with God’s will. I always return inspired and convicted even more to do God’s good and beautiful work.
Finally, thank you to so many who picked up a school supply bag last week. Each bag of supplies will bless both student and teacher at Ridgeview and Fairview Elementary, our two partner schools. There are a few left to pick up this Sunday.
Looking forward to worshipping with you,
Jason
Upcoming Opportunities to Connect, Grow & Serve
MOVIE NIGHT AT REZWEST!
Friday, July 27, 6:30-8:30 pm. Come enjoy a free movie in the sanctuary at RezWest! We’ll be watching The Greatest Showman. Feel free to bring a comfortable lawn chair or blanket and snacks to share. Complimentary popcorn and drinks will be provided. All are welcome! Please note, this event does not include childcare.
DIY July Serve Saturdays
July is “do it yourself” serve month! On any day of the week, help someone in need. Do some yard work for a neighbor who is going through a hard time; visit with patients at a nursing home; sort donations at a food or clothing pantry or at a thrift store; take a plate of cookies to a Fire House or Police Station with a card of thanks; give your undivided attention to a person who needs it; fill a school supply drive bag for Ridgeview, etc. Then, post updates/pictures of your DIY serving adventures, #RezWestJulyServe. Have a great July as you follow the example of Jesus and spend time loving and serving your neighbors!
School Supply Drive for Ridgeview Elementary
Did you pick up a shopping bag to fill with school supplies for students at our partner school? Remember to return the filled bags to RezWest by July 22. Contact Chris.Holliday@cor.org for more information.
MEGA MISSION: Bless the School
Saturday, August 4, 9 am–1:30 pm. Meet at 9 am in the Resurrection West Sanctuary for prayer, project sign-ups, final instructions, coffee and breakfast snacks. Then, we’ll pack up the supplies and travel to Ridgeview Elementary to sort and organize school supplies, prepare classrooms, make crafts to welcome and support teachers, write encouraging notes to students and maintenance/beautify the grounds. Please bring gardening gloves, yard tools, rakes, shovels and wheelbarrows if you have them. About 11:30 am, we’ll host and enjoy a Celebration Picnic alongside the students and families of the Ridgeview community complete with water play and fun for all ages! We should be all done and cleaned up by 1:30 pm. No sign-ups are necessary. Just come out and serve. Also, feel free to wear any year’s MEGA MISSION t-shirt (extras will be available). Contact Chris.Holliday@cor.org for more information. BUT WAIT, there’s more. We are excited to add a new partner school this fall, Fairview Elementary! So, some of us will help at Fairview that day as well. More info coming soon.
Women of West (WOW), Blessed Grace Conference
Make plans now to attend the 2nd Annual WOW Conference, August 24, from 6-10 pm! The conference will be hosted by Resurrection West in Olathe, KS. Registration is $45 per person and includes a t-shirt for those who register by July 31. Worship will be led by Jennifer Buehler, and the keynote speaker will be Pastor Penny Ellwood of Resurrection Blue Springs. Register online at cor.org/west/signup. Come and be WOWed!
Summer Worship & Lake Baptism
Sunday, Aug. 5, 6 pm. Join us at Shawnee Mission Park Beach to share in a moving baptism service together. If you or members of your family are ready to receive baptism, pre-register at cor.org/west/care/baptisms, enter ‘August 5 lake baptism’ on the form. Hope to see you there – invite a friend for this memorable service!
Financial Peace University at RezWest
SAVE THE DATE– Mondays beginning Sept. 10, 6:30–8:15 pm. Childcare is $3/child/night. Dave Ramsey materials are $109/family. Register at www.financialpeace.com.
Employment Opportunities at RezWest
For more information and to apply,visit cor.org/west/employment
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** For a complete list of RezWest activities, visit cor.org/west/events.
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
West office - (913)538-7800
For an after hours urgent pastoral care need call 913-338-9477The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West Staff
Pastoral Staff
- Jason Gant - Resurrection West Campus Pastor
- Chris Holliday - Pastor of Care & Missions
- John Yost - Pastor of Strategic Projects
- Dave Robertson - Director, Community Life
- Lindsay Hefner - Director, Worship Arts
- Yolanda Byers - Director, Guest Connections & Communications
- Rick Webb, Director, Rezlife Student Ministries
- Jacob Cullum - Associate Director, Rezlife Student Ministries & Worship Arts
- Christie Walker - Director, KiDSCOR Children’s Ministries
- Kayla Koenig - KiDSCOR Elementary Director
- Lynnlea Holdman - KiDSCOR Early Childhood Director
- Ashley Colbert - KiDSCOR Nursery Coordinator
- Travis Morgan - Director, Staffing & Operations
- Debbie Dietz, Coordinating Assistant to Pastor Jason
- Marilyn Thomas, Coordinating Assistant to Programs
- David Boss - Audio Engineer
- Brad Hartshorn - Facilities Technician
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
(913) 538-7800
For after-hours pastoral care, please call (913) 338-9477.
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