The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Men's Ministry Newsletter Summer 2014

The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Men's Ministry Newsletter Summer 2014   
Greetings Men of the 
Church of the Resurrection, 
On the seventh day of creation we read that God rested from all His work. (Genesis 2:2-3) It's interesting that even God needed a rest after creating the universe and everything in it. You would have to admit, creating a universe out of nothing would leave anyone tired! I don't know about you, but I do not rest very well. I like to fill my "rest time" with lots of activity. I can think of so many things to do when resting that I may need to get back to work to catch up from my resting. I have often heard people say that after they have a vacation they need a break.
This past semester has been one of the busiest I have experienced in my almost 13 years at the church. In addition to teaching 5 or 6 times a week, I have 15 weddings to perform and lots of training sessions, conferences, one-on-one meetings, a book to finish and travel to complete. I'm ready for a rest. I hope to get through my "books to read this summer" stack, improve my golf game, get back to my portrait painting, catch up with past friends I have lost touch with, and most of all play with my 9 grandchildren. 
Apart from a two-week vacation out of town, I'll still be working this summer, but at a slower pace. I hope you find some time this summer to rest. If our paths don't cross, may your summer be blessed and restful. 
In Christ, 
Jeff 
Interview with  Hank Reed 
Tell us just a bit about yourself? Where is home? What kind of work do you do? 
I am originally from Indiana, a born and raised Hoosier and alumnus of Indiana University. I moved to Overland Park for a job in 1988 and met Pam (who would become my wife) and we never left. We were married in 1992 and had our daughter Nicole, in 1994 and our son Connor, in 1996.  
I moved here for a job as a property and casualty claims adjuster. I operated my own homebuilding company for fifteen years, and I have been back adjusting property insurance claims for the past six years. 
What is your background regarding the Christian faith?  Did you grow up in the faith or is this a newer discovery for you?  
I grew up in the New Salisbury Methodist Church in New Salisbury, Indiana. Our church is a very old, very small building that was originally one room when it was built.  I think there are less than about eight rows of pews with an aisle down the middle. When Pastor Adam speaks about churches in decline with aging congregations he is describing the New Salisbury United Methodist Church. I went to kindergarten in the basement of the church and was fairly active in Sunday School and more so in youth group through early high school. We were blessed to have youth group leaders who were very generous with their time and very patient with teens.  Our Pastor at the time, Rev. Ray Rhoda, was also very active with the youth group.       
I believe I was like many of my generation in that I drifted away from the church beginning in high school and continuing through college and beyond. My wife and I started returning to church at Faith Lutheran in Prairie Village. This was her family's church and where we were married. The Pastor, Tom Householder, was a wonderful teacher, speaker and all-around great guy. We were in church, but not fully engaged. We started coming to Resurrection in the early 2000's and through the years have been more off than on in our involvement. 
Are there any highlights that have helped and inspired you recently in your faith Journey? 
This winter and spring I have had four things that have dramatically altered my Journey in faith.  They were all separate yet connected, and I believe they were working together. The first was The Alpha Course on Monday nights. The second was the Men's Retreat with James Bryan Smith (I know I would not have attended if it wasn't for Alpha). Third was a 4-week Saturday morning small group, with an incredible group of men from the Men's Retreat led by Jeff Kirby. The fourth that just wrapped up, the inaugural class of The Prayer Course.  
When The Alpha Course began I think I approached it on an educational or scholarly level. Somewhere around the Alpha Retreat and the Men's Retreat I started to understand the difference between being a "fan" of Christ and being a follower. It was at that point that I became passionate about my Faith, and everything seems just a little more clear. I have been blessed by each of these experiences and I am a better person, father and husband because of them. I am looking forward to what is next and how I can grow deeper in my faith. 
Sports and Recreation 
For more information or to register for activities, 
please contact Pete Sawyer at 
sawyer46@aol.comor 913-681-8729 .
Pick-up Basketball 
Adult men's pick-up basketball on Monday and Thursday nights.  Contact Brooke Nienstedtor Brad Chalkerfor additional details.  
Adult Pickleball 
One of the fastest growing sports in North America! Games will be played on Wednesday nights, 7:00-10:00pm, at the Shawnee Civic Center (13817 Johnson Dr., Shawnee), and cost is $3.00 (entry fee and $1.00 donation to COR Missions ministry). If interested, contact Bill & Nancy Izard at ngibson100@yahoo.com.

Car Show 
July 12, 2014 
Open to church members, local car clubs, and anyone with that cherry machine wanting to be displayed. Money collected goes to the Hope Center in Kansas City, MO to aid inner city children.  For more information, contact  Brian Daleor Joe Campbell.  To register, click here. 

13720 Roe Avenue
Leawood, KS  66224 United States
913.897.0120
www.cor.org


Destination Resurrection : 
Join us for two GREAT teaching events! 
1—Finding Yourself in God's 
Big Picture 
Join 
Chris Folmsbee 
for this teaching event as we explore the unfolding drama of the Bible and how we can engage in understanding our story within the greater story of God.   
Open to ages Middle School and above 
(with parents) 
Childcare is available 
Tuesday Evening 
June 24, 6:30-8:30 
Student Center 
Leawood Campus 
For more information or to register, click here
2—Beyond Self: Engaging in God's Redemptive Story 
Join us for this socially interactive evening led by Michelle Kirby. 
We will be partnering with Something to Eat ™, 
a meal-packaging program, to make a positive and tangible impact in the lives of others. 
Tuesday Evening 
July 1, 6:30-8:30 Student Center 
Leawood Campus 
For more information or to register, click here

I'm looking very forward to the opportunity to preach during all services on the July 4 holiday weekend! I'll look forward to seeing many of you that weekend in church, but if you are travelling don't forget to tune in online for a great holiday message!(Jeff)

First Tuesdays for 
Late Night Dads 
formerly Band of Brothers 
Tuesday, July 1 
8:30—10:00 pm 
Room C144 (E-220) 
Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a time of 
group discussion 
and fellowship 
with other Dads. 
Dads of all ages welcome! 
No registration necessary 
Click here for more! vimeo.com/94054245
Contact Jon Edlinwith any questions. 

Help restore hope for those currently incarcerated and recently released offenders and their families through personal visits, Bible Study, mentoring relationships and acts of service.  Click here for details or contact 
Gerry Lewisfor more information. 

Support the Honduran Methodist Mission 
Honduran coffee 
(whole and ground) is for sale in the Spring.  All proceeds go toward the Methodist Mission in Honduras. 
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Resurrection Learning Events Ministry
13720 Roe Avenue
Leawood, KS 66224 United States
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