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Friday, 26 September 2014
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KC First: Upcoming Events
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This week (Sept 26-Oct 3)...
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 Times Square Sunday School class would like to invite you to a Hymn Sing hosted by Nazarene Theological Seminarytonight at 7:00pm. The music for the evening will be led by Dr. Keith Swantz. There will be light snacks and beverages served in the lounge immediately following this event. There will also be opportunities to tour the seminary and discuss the meaning and history of our hymns.
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 Interested in learning how to best pass on your stories in written form? This fall, there will be a monthly "Slice of Life" meetings to learn more about passing on our history. Our next story writing workshop will be tomorrow at 9:30am in the library, with special guests J. Paul & Marilyn Turner. Please RSVP to Verla Lambert (verla.lambert@gmail.com) or the church office (kcfc@kcfc.org).
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 PrimeTime ministries will be partnering with the Kansas City Rescue Mission this month by collecting rolls of toilet paper. The Rescue Mission estimates that they use approximately 12,500 rolls of toilet paper per year, costing up to $6,000. You are invited to join in helping them with this basic need by bringing packs of toilet paper to the east end of the sanctuary foyer, by the windows, and adding to the tower! This Sunday will be your last opportunity to contribute to the tower.
Next Friday, October 3, there will be an event at the Rescue Mission from 6pm-9pm featuring live music & art from local artists, craftsmen, and KCRM residents. There will be a hamburger dinner for $6. At this event, 7 other churches will be presenting their toilet paper towers. There will be a prize for the church with the most toilet paper donated. For more information, please visit the Rescue Mission website or contact Ruby Ruschhaupt.
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 The annual Disciples class retreat will be held this year on October 4-5 at LifeChange Camp in Clinton, Missouri. This year's speaker will be Jeannie McCullough, with music provided by Rob McHenry. This special time together will focus on the question "What does it mean to know God?" The retreat is open to all connected to First Church and will cost $15 per person. Please contact Phil Parke (philandjoyparke@att.net) or stop by the table in the foyer on Sunday for more information.
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Gather some friends, fill a car, and come meet at First Church at 9:30am on Saturday, October 4, for a tour of some of the farms on the Kaw Valley. Tickets are $10 per carload. Tour hours are from 10:00am-6:00pm. Farmers offer their farms as tour stops, hosting guided tours of their individual farms and discussing their farm practices. Many have educational displays and offer farm products for sale. Contact the church office (kcfc@kcfc.org) for more information about this fun & educational event for all ages!
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 Next Saturday, October 4, there will be a charity bicycle ride in honor of former First Church member, Susan Varner. This event, "Cruise for Suz", raises donations for the Susan Varner Lymphoma Foundation at the University of Kansas Cancer Center. Last year, several First Church members were able to attend, and Susan's family was very grateful. Go tocruiseforsuz.com for more information.
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 The MidAmerica Nazarene University Choirs will present an inspirational concert of sacred, song, anthems, and folk music. This concert will be presented next Sunday, October 5, at 3:30pm in Bell Cultural Events Center on the MNU campus. The concert will feature the new 2014 Heritage Choir, Concert Choir, & Symphonic Choir conducted by Dr. John Leavitt. Tickets are free and available at bellcenter.mnu.edu or by calling 913.971.3636.
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Beginning Wednesday, October 8 at 6:30pm, Pastor Estep will be leading a series of 4 classes entitled "Beginning Well". This class will offer an introduction to baptism and church membership. Contact the church office at 816.942.9022 or kcfc@kcfc.org to register or to learn more.
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If you have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend you have probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt that you feel. KC First's GriefShare group meets on Saturdays at 10:00am to pray, discuss, and watch videos on relevant topics.
The next GriefShare session will be beginning in October. Please be prayerful about who you may know that could benefit from this ministry. An official start date will be announced soon. For more information, please contact Ministry Director Kathy Cagg at 816.333.6444 orkat13cat@hotmail.com
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Jim & Joni Real invite you to join them for a 6 week series entitled The Daniel Plan: 40 Days to a Healthier Life, beginning on October 12. The study will look at achieving a healthy lifestyle that is both transformational and sustainable. The Daniel Plan is focused on five essentials: faith, food, fitness, focus, and friends. The group will meet on Sundays at 4:00pm at 11518 Holmes Rd, Apt 101, Kansas City, Missouri. For more information, please call Joni at 989.859.4480.
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Nazarene Youth Conference
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 Next July, our teens will be joining around 9000 other teenagers from around the world for Nazarene Youth Conference in Louisville, KY. Through an experience overflowing with dynamic speakers, powerful worship services, high-energy concerts, and service opportunities, NYC 2015 can be a time of great transformation for our young people. Our youth group will be devoting the majority of their fundraising to this event for the next year. If you would be interested in learning more, or in helping to sponsor a teen, please contact Pastor Roland.
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Every Wednesday at 5:15pm a hot meal is served in the gymnasium for any who wish to attend! Meals are $4.50/person or $15/family. Interested in helping to prepare a meal? Contact the church office (816.942.9022)!
This Wednesday's Schedule:
~ 5:15pm: Friends & Food meal (This week's menu: Minsky's pizza, salad, and dessert)
~ 6:00pm: Children's Activities (Children's Chapel)
~ 6:15pm: Adult Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
~ 6:30pm: Book Study (Southside Room)
Youth Group (Youth Room)
Note: This week, due to another event in the gym, the Wednesday night meal will be served in the Fellowship Hall.
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Every Thursday night, our young adult group meets at 7:30pm in the youth room for an intentional time of prayer, fellowship, and Bible study. Contact Danny Quanstrom or Audrey Landers (alanders@kcfc.org) for more information!
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Gentlemen, before beginning your Friday each week, enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast with a group of First Church men. We meet every Friday at 6:30am in the church atrium. Every first Friday of the month, we serve a hot breakfast. Contact Chip Kraft for more information.
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Our Mission: to make Christ-like disciples
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11811 State Line Rd, Kansas City, Missouri 64114 United States · (816)942-9022
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