Weekly E-News from St. James United Methodist Church of Kansas City, Missouri, United States "Upcoming X-citing Worship, Faith Development, Congregational Care, Compassionate Outreach and Next Generation Ministries" for Thursday, 15 December 2016
END OF YEAR GIVING
While we have had a good year of giving, we presently have a year-to-date shortfall. After calculating our giving from this past Sunday, we have $156,634 remaining to meet our 2016 Budget. Please pray that we reach our goal of covering all of St. James' 2016 expenses. If you have not yet given a year-end gift, pray about how God might want to use you to help us finish the year strong. Please specify Christmas gift on your offering envelope.
X-CITING WORSHIP
Sermon Series. Jesus came, but why? Why did God the Father send Jesus to the earth? What was humanity missing or needing? Whatever it was, could we have figured it out on our own? The answer to these questions will come during the season of Advent.
December 18th Reveal (Isaiah 40:1-5)
Join us each Sunday during Advent at our Paseo and Renaissance Campuses.
Christmas Program. Our annual celebration is Sunday, December 18th at 9:45 a.m. in the sanctuary. The entire church family is encouraged to attend and celebrate with our children and youth.
Celebration of Life.....A Time to Remember. Join us Wednesday, December 21st at 7 p.m. for a time of worship and celebration as families and friends come together to remember loved ones lost in years past. Help us commemorate and honor the memory of our loved ones in a way that transcends ethnic, cultural and religious boundaries. We will also pray for the "Light to be shed on the darkness" to blot out the crime and violence in our neighborhoods, city, nation and the world.
Family Fun Night! Everyone is invited to an evening of food, fun, fellowship, games and music Wednesday, December 28th from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Campus. There will be something for everyone!
Kidz Connect Christmas Party. All children ages 5-11 are invited to join us this Sunday, December 18th during 11:00 a.m. worship. Please register your child's attendance to ensure enough goodies for everyone!
CHRISTMAS FOOD DISTRIBUTIONMen are needed Friday, December 16th at 12:00 p.m. to unload food from the truck.
Volunteers are asked to arrive Saturday, December 17th at 8:00 a.m. to prepare for distribution.
We still need dry goods (stuffing, potatoes, cake mix, etc) and canned foods (vegetables, fruit, etc.) to fill the baskets. Donations can be brought to the church anytime. You can also make a financial contribution. Give online or during Sunday's offering. Please specify Loaves & Fishes. To those who have contributed to date, thank you for helping to 'connect people with God in a practical way."
CONNECTING MINISTRIESHeBrews Fellowship. Stop by the Ministry Mall Sundays after 8 a.m.worship for refreshments and fellowship. Individuals, ministries or groups wishing to sponsor a fellowship, contact Lisa Hardwick at 816-305-6699 or lwhardwick@gmail.com.
FAITH DEVELOPMENTAdvent Devotions. The 2016 Advent Devotions are in. The booklet is designed for families or individuals and contains brief readings for each day in Advent, including a suggested scripture, a short devotion, and a closing prayer. Stop by the Welcome Center after worship to get your copy for only $1.00.
Disciple Fast Track - Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study. Have you wanted to study the Bible, but felt you didn't have time for a 34 week study? Well, this study for folks with busy lives is just for you. This 12 session of the New Testament is ideal for those wanting a comprehensive study in a short period of time. Class begins Tuesday, January 10th at 6:15 p.m. at the Paseo Campus. Contact Royce Turner, class facilitator, at 816-372-6069. Order your book at www.cokesbury.com or visit your local bookstore.
Senior Fitness & Bible Study. Join us at the Paseo Campus every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for light to moderate exercise done from the comfort of a chair! A trained fitness expert will guide you through exercises that help strengthen you, and the fellowship will help motivate you. Then, stay for Senior Bible Study from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and get strengthened in the spirit! Feel free to bring a dish and join us in the potluck lunch following our study time.
Month of Prayer. Please join us in prayer Monday thru Friday at 6 am on the prayer line 530-881-1212, code 293680996, and noon at the church or on the prayer line. Let's end the year with prayer and begin the New Year on a spiritual high through Prayer Time.
Bible Study at Renaissance. Tuesday night is Community Night at the Renaissance Campus! Bring the family out for food & fellowship! Yes, there will be a word as well - a timely message to boost your work week. There will be something for children & teens, too. Come out & get to know your church family!
CONGREGATIONAL CAREChristian Sympathy is extended to Cornell Blakey (Jimmie) at the passing of his aunt, Janet Blakey and Patricia Norwood-Wilson and Sandra Norwood-Brown at the passing of their brother-in-law, Arthur Kelley, Sr.
Acknowledgements were received from Beverly Hill.
Servants Needed. Congregational Care Ministers (CCMs) are trained lay816-444-5588, x110.
"The Encouragement Card" Initiative. In today's digital world, the simple act of sending a greeting card has become a rare act of care and kindness. Receiving cards makes people feel special and loved.We are excited to announce the resumption of the "Encouragement Card" initiative. Beginning on the First Sunday of 2017 and each Sundaythereafter, you are invited to bring a get well or encouragement card for persons on the prayer list to the church. Please "print" the person's first & last name on the envelope, along with your return address. Sign your name on the card and feel free to add some words of encouragement. The cards can be dropped in the "Encouragement Card" box in the hallway outside the sanctuary - next to the prayer box. If you would like a name added to the prayer list, please contact Pastor Valentine at lvalentine@stjamesumc.com or the church office at 816-444-5588.
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIESMovie Party. All children are invited to a FREE afternoon of funSaturday, December 17th from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Join us for lunch, holiday crafts and popcorn & a movie (The Secret Life of Pets). Children under age five must be accompanied by an adult. This event is sponsored by the Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.
Little Vessel Ushers. Children ages 5-11 serve as ushers every 3rd Sunday during 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship. No experience needed - on the job training is provided. The uniform is a white button down shirt and black slacks or skirt. Contact Brenda Sylvan at 816-942-4258.
Scouting MinistryCub Scouts (Grades 1-5) will meet every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Kidz Kingdom. Meetings will resume Jan 3, 2017.
Boy Scouts (Ages 11-18) have a new meeting date and time - each Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Kidz Kingdom. Contact Roosevelt Braxton at 816-305-2656.
Girl Scouts (Grades K-12) meet on selected Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact Carmellya Anderson at canderson@marc.org or 816-809-5428.
Adult Volunteers. Committed adults are always needed to participate. Training is required and provided at no cost. Contact one of the adults listed above to get started.
THANK YOUSA special thank you to all the if volunteers who participated in "The Hanging of the Greens." Our church looks very festive and beautiful because you shared your time & talents. May God bless you and your families during this season . See you in January.
Bettylu's Closet wishes to thank all of the volunteers for their hard work and the congregation for their generous donations this past year. Please note that due to a lack of space, donations will NOT be accepted until February 2016. Again, thank you for supporting this wonderful ministry helping those in need.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESCooks and Cashiers. LJA Associates has immediate openings located at KCI Airport. Contact Tracy Lewis at 816-448-1180 or Louise Arterbery at 816-591-3875 for more information.
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St. James United Methodist Church
St. James United Methodist Church
5540 Wayne Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64110, United States
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