Kansas City, Missouri, United States - The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown enote from Pastor Scott Chrostek for Friday, 25 April 2014
What a beautiful Friday it is to be writing you and what a great week it has been. All week long it seems I’ve been reflecting over our Easter Celebration at the Kauffman! Each day this week it seemed like I have run into someone else who has a story of their experience, something they saw, or a thin space they witnessed. It was a great day to be sure! Thank you for worshiping with us and I also want to say a special thanks to all of our volunteers (musicians, ushers, greeters and tech team) who helped to make the day so special! Happy Easter! Several people have been asking if they could get a copy of the short video we used at the beginning of worship. You’ll find a link to it here. Feel free to share it with your friends as every day provides us with an opportunity to remember that Christ the Lord is Risen.
This week we will conclude our Gospel of the Nobodies sermon series by focusing on the events that happened after Easter. We’ll focus on what it means to live as Easter People. I’ll be preaching live downtown a message that will focus on new life even for the discouraged and disbelieving. I want to invite you to join us and to consider inviting your friends and neighbors to do the same. We are returning to our regular worship schedule beginning tomorrow night at 5:10pm, and then on Sunday at 9:00, 10:45, 11:15 (Grand St.) and 5:00pm. I hope to see you.
In the meantime here are several ways to get plugged into the life of this community!
RezDowntown’s Singles with a Twist meets this Sunday.
4-Week Bible Study for Men, featuring Tony Dungy.
Start Acting Out – Christian Improv!
Young and [un]Professionals are back on!
Matthew’s Ministry Downtown Parents’ Night Out.
Want to Learn More about Resurrection Over Coffee?
Early Sign Up for Vacation Bible Camp!
KidsCOR Basketball Camp with Wendell Phillips.
New RezDowntown Singles Group: SWAT (Singles with a Twist) This is new group, with a new name, for singles 35 and over. For those who love trying new local restaurants, look forward to concerts at the Performing Arts Center or KC FilmFest, or who simply appreciate spending time with like-minded others, we invite you to join us. There is no pressure and no expectations other than having fun with people who can relate to you and who can appreciate where life has taken you. This new community group will be a mix of study, community service and social events. Our next gathering is at RezDowntown, 1522 McGee Street, Second floor, this Sunday, April 27, 12:15 p.m. for a potluck brunch. Please bring side dishes and salads to accompany a deli tray. AND the long-awaited discussion, led by Phil Krause, “So, What Comes Next . . . Or, Are You Poor Enough, Yet.” For more information contact Gina Bowman at ginab@kc.rr.com.
New 4-Week Bible Study for Men, starts this Monday.
Join other men on Mondays beginning Monday, April 28, at 7 pm at 1508 Grand for an inspiring and reflective 4-week study written by Tony Dungy, Super Bowl winning-coach. He discusses the principles, practices and priorities that have kept him on track despite overwhelming obstacles. He has risen to the top of his profession in a way that’s won the respect of fans, players and competitors. The book is $8 and can be purchased at the first class; scholarships available. To register or if you have questions, contact rdtmensministry@rezdowntown.org.
Start Acting Out – Christian Improv! Come be a part of a four-week Christian Improv class on Wednesdays starting April 30, 7 pm at 1508 Grand, and learn and explore the art of improvisational acting! Participants will also get the chance to ‘improv’e their listening, confidence, trust, team-building and collaboration skills. A series of warm-up activities and games will help us break down our walls and HAVE FUN! To register for this class, contact Kelly.Sisney@rezdowntown.org.
YUP’s (Young and unProfessionals) are back on with ‘Christian.’ If you are 19-35ish, join the YuP’s (Young and UnProfessionals) to study this question in a four-week study on Wednesdays starting April 30, 7 pm in the Loft at 1522 McGee. You will learn the one word that should describe every disciple , how Jesus’ followers should treat those who are outside the faith and why people love Jesus but can’t stand his followers. No registration is required. For more information, contact y@rezdowntown.org.
Matthew’s Ministry Downtown Parents Night Out – On Friday, May 2, 5:30-8:30 pm, RezDowntown is offering a night out for parents who have children with special needs. We’ll have crafts, games, dinner and dessert for the kids and their siblings, while parents enjoy some free time. Registration is required, contact Hannah Hamilton at hjhamilton87@yahoo.com. To volunteer, contact Ashley Keller at ashley_lk@hotmail.com. Parents Night Out is at 1522 McGee.
Want to Learn More About Resurrection? Considering membership? The first step is to attend Coffee with the Pastors with Scott Chrostek and Todd Maberry. Our next Coffee is Sunday, May 4, 1:30 pm at 1522 McGee. Learn more about the church, get to know our pastors and review expectations regarding membership. Free childcare is available. No need to register for the event, but if you need childcare, registration is required by contacting Kris.Drummond@rezdowntown.org or Kelly.Sisney@rezdowntown.org.
Early Sign-Up Special for Vacation Bible Camp! VBC, June 16 – 19, 5:30-8:30 pm with dinner at 5:30 pm, is open to age 3-5th grade. Register before May 1 to take advantage of the Early Bird Special rate of $20/child. To register, visit, rezdowntown.org/children and the link is on the right side of the page. For more info, contact Kris.Drummond!@rezdowntown.org.
KiDSCOR Basketball Camp – Register now for our Basketball Camp June 24-26, 6-8 pm (dinner at 6) at Wendell Phillips Elementary. Camp open to current K-6th graders. The cost is $25/camper and includes dinner, t-shirt, basketball, water bottle and fun! To register, go to rezdowntown.org/children; the link is on the right side of the page. Contact Kris.Drummond@rezdowntown.org for more info.
I am so blessed to be a part of this community and I am so proud to serve Christ with you in this great city. I am excited to see where God will lead us into the future and how this city might be transformed by the calling God has placed upon each and every one of you! I'm looking forward to spending the weekend with you in worship! Until then, have a great and God-filled Friday!
Grace and Peace,
Scott
@scottchrostek
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1522 McGee Street
Kansas City, MO 64108 united States
(816) 979-1330
Rev. Scott M. Chrostek, Campus Pastor
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