Weekly eNote from Pastor Scott Christek with The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown in Kansas City, Missouri, United States for Friday, 12 August 2016
Greetings RezDowntowners!
I hope you are well this Friday. It has been a great week that began with collecting and delivering all of the school supplies to the students of Crispus Attucks Elementary School. I am amazed by your generosity. This year we more than doubled the amount of school supplies needed due to the increasing number of students at Attucks Elementary and you came through. You are amazing! Thank you for making the start of the school year remarkable for the students at Attucks. This week also was a great week for strategic planning within the staff team on Tuesday and Wednesday, we ventured out to the lake of the Ozarks for 24 hours to plan and dream about the next 18 months. It was good to get to a place where we could clear our minds and calendars for a second just to think about where God is leading us into the future. If you have ideas or thoughts about strategic direction, things you think God might be calling our congregation to do in the next 18 months, please feel free to email me at scott.chrostek@cor.org. I’d love to hear your thoughts!
This weekend we are kicking off our new sermon series on Moses. This weekend is also our fall kick-off for children and youth in Sunday School - a fun and exciting weekend. Our kids will move up a grade and meet their new Sunday School teachers. We’ll have special activities in Sunday School, and we’ll also be spending time in prayer this weekend for all of our children, teachers and administrators at each campus. We have a special gift at the end of worship for parents, grandparents and teachers - a “prayer for our children” meant to be placed on your refrigerator to help you pray for the children entrusted to your care.
I’m really excited about this sermon series and I’m also excited about the return to a regular rhythm as our kids return to school. As a way of returning to worship, I’d love for you to invite others to join us this weekend…Here’s a link to our upcoming series https://vimeo.com/177806371 and I’d love for you to share it on social media as well!
Lastly, this weekend Wendy and I will be celebrating our 11th wedding anniversary. As we reflect over our lives, our family and our friends together here in KC...we cannot imagine life without the support of so many people we consider to be family here in KC. We are so blessed to be able to celebrate another year in marriage, but a part of that celebration includes all of the care and love we have received from you! Thank you so much and I love you Wendy...my life wouldn't be what it is without you!
In the meantime, here’s a variety of opportunities to plug into the life of this church:
A RezDT 20/30 Young Adults Game/Social Night, Monday, August 15 at 6 pm. Come out for a fun evening of yard games and drinks at Char Bar (4050 Pennsylvania Ave. KCMO). Please email Audrey Thrasher at audreythrasher31@gmail.com with questions, or visit cor.org/downtown/rezdt2030.
RezLifeDT Middle School Fall Kickoff - Pizza Party & Games - join other middle schoolers for a fun night of pizza and games on Wednesday, August 17, 6-7 pm in the KiDSCOR Room as we kickoff the season. For questions, contact Sarah.Brischle@cor.org.
August FaithWork is Coming Soon – Saturday, August 20 at 9 am. Join us as we invite everyone to spend a Saturday morning in service to our city. We are committed to being a church that reaches out and serves others, so just show up at 1522 McGee wearing clothes that can get dirty. Bring a friend and we will offer several opportunities including, Lazarus Ministries to serve a meal; painting at KC Rescue Mission; work in the Urban Christian Academy boutique with projects to prep for back to school; the State Street Project; play and craft with KCK youth, and other indoor projects. Then get to know other participants after FaithWork and join us at Cancun Fiesta Fresh (4019 Pennsylvania Ave. KC, MO) for lunch! For more information, visit cor.org/downtown/faithwork.
Coffee With the Pastors – Sunday, August 21, 1:30 – 3:30 pm at 1522 McGee. Do you consider Resurrection Downtown your church home? Have you considered membership and want to know more about what that means? Then come hear about the history of the church, what it means to be a Methodist and the expectations for becoming a Resurrection member. There is no need to register unless you require childcare. For childcare registration, go to cor.org/downtown/cwp. For questions, contact Shannon.Endicott@cor.org.
2nd Annual Women’s Retreat - Saturday, August 27! REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Join other women from9 am – 2 pm at 1522 McGee for some “Trash Talk,” as we learn simple yet powerful tools to embrace compassion for ourselves and truly activate Jesus' teaching of "love thy neighbor." Don't miss this opportunity to transform your life and impact our world. Pastor Anne and Diane Breneman will be leading this class. An attorney for over 25 years, Diane devoted her law career to supporting those who suffered catastrophic burn injuries. Through her law practice, Diane worked with talented neuroscientists, neurologists and psychiatrists across the country to support her injured clients. It was through these experts that she first learned of science’s advancements regarding how to rewire the brain to optimize the experience of life through contemplative practice. She will lead us to use our faith and our minds to help us lead a God-filled life where we rid ourselves of the trash we talk each day! For questions, contact Kelly.sisney@cor.org. Light breakfast, Lunch, Giveaway and Mission project included. This class is $25; scholarships are available. For more information and to register for this class, visit cor.org/downtown/womensretreat.
Matthew's Ministry Family Day Out Downtown! Sunday, August 28, from 1-4 pm at 1522 McGee – Individuals of all ages with special needs and their siblings are invited to a fun-filled day of crafts, activities, and fellowship while parents and caregivers take an afternoon for themselves. Participants must register by Wednesday, August 24 so that we may plan accordingly for snacks and volunteers. This is an open event to the community. You do not need to be a member of the church to participate. For more information, to volunteer, and to register, please contact Hannah Murray at Hannah.Murray@cor.org.
RezDT 20/30 Community Dinner - Join us on Sunday, August 28 at 6:30 pm for food, fun and conversation. Immediately following the 5 pm 5 pm service, the group will walk over to Bar Louie in the Power and Light District. Contact Jordan Elliott at jelliottarchdesign@gmail.com with any questions or visitcor.org/downtown/rezdt2030.
Half Truths Study – Join others starting Tuesday, August 30 at 7pm at 1522 McGee for a 7-week video-study based on Pastor Adam's book about the simple phrases we hear so much. They sound Christian – like something you might find in the Bible. We’ve all heard these words. Maybe we’ve said them. They capture some element of truth, yet they miss the point in important ways. Join others as we look at phrases like “hate the sinner, love the sin” or “God helps those who help themselves.” The book, Half Truths, will be available for purchase ($10) at the first class, scholarships available. For more information. For more information and to register, contact Bob Edwards at bob@kcbob.com or visit cor.org/downtown/HalfTruthsStudy.
What’s The Purpose? Finding Fulfillment at Work. On Wednesday, August 31 at 7pm, share the evening with Pastor Anne and licensed psychologist Charlotte McCloskey. Work through and discuss why sometimes the daily grind of working for a paycheck feels unfulfilling and exhausting and yet the God who created each of us with our unique passions and gifts calls us to work that is life-giving. Be a part of this conversation about how finding purpose at work intersects with our faith. For questions contactAnne.Williams@cor.org. Class size is limited, to register go to cor.org/downtown/FulfillmentAtWork.
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It is such a privilege to be a part of this community...Have a great Friday and I'll look forward to seeing you this weekend for worship as we kick off a new sermon series as well as a new season in the church! Looking forward to seeing you back downtown!
Blessings,
Scott
@scottchrostek
Congregational Care and Support
If you need pastoral care, call 816-979-1330. (After hours emergencies: 816-875-0267.)
To submit a prayer request, contact Anne.Williams@rezdowntown.org
For more information, visit our website: cor.org/downtown
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown
1508 Grand Boulevard
I hope you are well this Friday. It has been a great week that began with collecting and delivering all of the school supplies to the students of Crispus Attucks Elementary School. I am amazed by your generosity. This year we more than doubled the amount of school supplies needed due to the increasing number of students at Attucks Elementary and you came through. You are amazing! Thank you for making the start of the school year remarkable for the students at Attucks. This week also was a great week for strategic planning within the staff team on Tuesday and Wednesday, we ventured out to the lake of the Ozarks for 24 hours to plan and dream about the next 18 months. It was good to get to a place where we could clear our minds and calendars for a second just to think about where God is leading us into the future. If you have ideas or thoughts about strategic direction, things you think God might be calling our congregation to do in the next 18 months, please feel free to email me at scott.chrostek@cor.org. I’d love to hear your thoughts!
This weekend we are kicking off our new sermon series on Moses. This weekend is also our fall kick-off for children and youth in Sunday School - a fun and exciting weekend. Our kids will move up a grade and meet their new Sunday School teachers. We’ll have special activities in Sunday School, and we’ll also be spending time in prayer this weekend for all of our children, teachers and administrators at each campus. We have a special gift at the end of worship for parents, grandparents and teachers - a “prayer for our children” meant to be placed on your refrigerator to help you pray for the children entrusted to your care.
I’m really excited about this sermon series and I’m also excited about the return to a regular rhythm as our kids return to school. As a way of returning to worship, I’d love for you to invite others to join us this weekend…Here’s a link to our upcoming series https://vimeo.com/177806371 and I’d love for you to share it on social media as well!
Lastly, this weekend Wendy and I will be celebrating our 11th wedding anniversary. As we reflect over our lives, our family and our friends together here in KC...we cannot imagine life without the support of so many people we consider to be family here in KC. We are so blessed to be able to celebrate another year in marriage, but a part of that celebration includes all of the care and love we have received from you! Thank you so much and I love you Wendy...my life wouldn't be what it is without you!
In the meantime, here’s a variety of opportunities to plug into the life of this church:
A RezDT 20/30 Young Adults Game/Social Night, Monday, August 15 at 6 pm. Come out for a fun evening of yard games and drinks at Char Bar (4050 Pennsylvania Ave. KCMO). Please email Audrey Thrasher at audreythrasher31@gmail.com with questions, or visit cor.org/downtown/rezdt2030.
RezLifeDT Middle School Fall Kickoff - Pizza Party & Games - join other middle schoolers for a fun night of pizza and games on Wednesday, August 17, 6-7 pm in the KiDSCOR Room as we kickoff the season. For questions, contact Sarah.Brischle@cor.org.
August FaithWork is Coming Soon – Saturday, August 20 at 9 am. Join us as we invite everyone to spend a Saturday morning in service to our city. We are committed to being a church that reaches out and serves others, so just show up at 1522 McGee wearing clothes that can get dirty. Bring a friend and we will offer several opportunities including, Lazarus Ministries to serve a meal; painting at KC Rescue Mission; work in the Urban Christian Academy boutique with projects to prep for back to school; the State Street Project; play and craft with KCK youth, and other indoor projects. Then get to know other participants after FaithWork and join us at Cancun Fiesta Fresh (4019 Pennsylvania Ave. KC, MO) for lunch! For more information, visit cor.org/downtown/faithwork.
Coffee With the Pastors – Sunday, August 21, 1:30 – 3:30 pm at 1522 McGee. Do you consider Resurrection Downtown your church home? Have you considered membership and want to know more about what that means? Then come hear about the history of the church, what it means to be a Methodist and the expectations for becoming a Resurrection member. There is no need to register unless you require childcare. For childcare registration, go to cor.org/downtown/cwp. For questions, contact Shannon.Endicott@cor.org.
2nd Annual Women’s Retreat - Saturday, August 27! REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Join other women from9 am – 2 pm at 1522 McGee for some “Trash Talk,” as we learn simple yet powerful tools to embrace compassion for ourselves and truly activate Jesus' teaching of "love thy neighbor." Don't miss this opportunity to transform your life and impact our world. Pastor Anne and Diane Breneman will be leading this class. An attorney for over 25 years, Diane devoted her law career to supporting those who suffered catastrophic burn injuries. Through her law practice, Diane worked with talented neuroscientists, neurologists and psychiatrists across the country to support her injured clients. It was through these experts that she first learned of science’s advancements regarding how to rewire the brain to optimize the experience of life through contemplative practice. She will lead us to use our faith and our minds to help us lead a God-filled life where we rid ourselves of the trash we talk each day! For questions, contact Kelly.sisney@cor.org. Light breakfast, Lunch, Giveaway and Mission project included. This class is $25; scholarships are available. For more information and to register for this class, visit cor.org/downtown/womensretreat.
Matthew's Ministry Family Day Out Downtown! Sunday, August 28, from 1-4 pm at 1522 McGee – Individuals of all ages with special needs and their siblings are invited to a fun-filled day of crafts, activities, and fellowship while parents and caregivers take an afternoon for themselves. Participants must register by Wednesday, August 24 so that we may plan accordingly for snacks and volunteers. This is an open event to the community. You do not need to be a member of the church to participate. For more information, to volunteer, and to register, please contact Hannah Murray at Hannah.Murray@cor.org.
RezDT 20/30 Community Dinner - Join us on Sunday, August 28 at 6:30 pm for food, fun and conversation. Immediately following the 5 pm 5 pm service, the group will walk over to Bar Louie in the Power and Light District. Contact Jordan Elliott at jelliottarchdesign@gmail.com with any questions or visitcor.org/downtown/rezdt2030.
Half Truths Study – Join others starting Tuesday, August 30 at 7pm at 1522 McGee for a 7-week video-study based on Pastor Adam's book about the simple phrases we hear so much. They sound Christian – like something you might find in the Bible. We’ve all heard these words. Maybe we’ve said them. They capture some element of truth, yet they miss the point in important ways. Join others as we look at phrases like “hate the sinner, love the sin” or “God helps those who help themselves.” The book, Half Truths, will be available for purchase ($10) at the first class, scholarships available. For more information. For more information and to register, contact Bob Edwards at bob@kcbob.com or visit cor.org/downtown/HalfTruthsStudy.
What’s The Purpose? Finding Fulfillment at Work. On Wednesday, August 31 at 7pm, share the evening with Pastor Anne and licensed psychologist Charlotte McCloskey. Work through and discuss why sometimes the daily grind of working for a paycheck feels unfulfilling and exhausting and yet the God who created each of us with our unique passions and gifts calls us to work that is life-giving. Be a part of this conversation about how finding purpose at work intersects with our faith. For questions contactAnne.Williams@cor.org. Class size is limited, to register go to cor.org/downtown/FulfillmentAtWork.
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It is such a privilege to be a part of this community...Have a great Friday and I'll look forward to seeing you this weekend for worship as we kick off a new sermon series as well as a new season in the church! Looking forward to seeing you back downtown!
Blessings,
Scott
@scottchrostek
Congregational Care and Support
If you need pastoral care, call 816-979-1330. (After hours emergencies: 816-875-0267.)
To submit a prayer request, contact Anne.Williams@rezdowntown.org
For more information, visit our website: cor.org/downtown
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Downtown
1508 Grand Boulevard
Kansas City, Missouri 64108, United States
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