Friday, February 24, 2017

Weekly eNote from Pastor Jason Gant - Friday, 24 February 2017 of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Olathe, Kansas, United States

Weekly eNote from Pastor Jason Gant - Friday, 24 February 2017 of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Olathe, Kansas, United States

Resurrection West,
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of Srinivas Kuchibhotla, Alok Madasani, and Ian Grillot this morning. Sadly Srinivas lost his life after the terrible and tragic shooting this past week here in Olathe. Alok and Ian are in recovery. Ian stood up against the alleged shooter as he spewed racial slurs against these two men and later even risked his life to stop him. Alok had an opportunity to thank Ian and shared that his wife is five months pregnant. Ian Grillot was quoted in saying, “I was just doing what anyone would have done. It’s not about where he was from or his ethnicity, we are all humans, so I felt what was naturally right to do.” May his courage strengthen each of us to do what is right in the face of evil and may we see opportunities here to speak and act for peace and unity. I have already seen our community coming together in so many ways across social media to care for these victims and their families. Makes me proud to live and serve God here in Olathe. I want to encourage you to use the hashtag #olatheproud as we see opportunities to be light and life for Christ, pushing back the darkness!
This Sunday we will continue in the series entitled ‘When I Grow Up’ learning two more key markers of spiritual mentorship. These markers can be applied to anyone you may have influence over, especially in parenting. Last week we looked at the first two key markers. They are 1) Mentors Care (with intention) and 2) Mentors Guide (by example). This week we will look at two more and also hear more insight and testimony from the different groups we interviewed and a beautiful story of one of our 90-year old grandmothers and the affect she’s having on her granddaughter, and now great granddaughter! By the way, if you missed the sermon, the sermon video is always posted on our Facebook page here, and also archived in our sermon archive by clicking here. In last Sunday’s sermon, I shared a powerful story where I’d witnessed these first two key markers lived out in the band director at the Mission Trail Middle School band concert last year. I can’t wait to share what happened to me after the 11am service last Sunday!
It’s bittersweet to announce that Ryan Rancudo has accepted a new job offer this week and will be stepping down as Assistant Director of Worship. His new position will allow him more time to pursue his personal music career with his band CUDO. Please join me in thanking Ryan for his service to God here at Resurrection West. His last Sunday will be March 5th.
Here are some more opportunities to grow, connect, and have fun together.
  • Ash Wednesday Worship Service |March 1st
  • Understanding the Bible | Begins March 6th
  • Baptism Class | March 7th 
  • Depression/ Anxiety class | Begins March 7th
  • The Lenten Journey
  • Spring Break FaithWork | Begins March 11th
  • Easter Candy Collection
Ash Wednesday Worship Service, March 1, 7 pm - Join us for a special service that includes music, prayers, an inspiring message and the opportunity for personal reflection and confession. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent, during which we prepare our hearts for Easter when we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Wednesday before the first Sunday in Lent was chosen to make the Lenten Season last 40 days, not including Sundays.
Understanding the Bible, Mondays, March 6,13, 27; April 3, 10; 6:30-8pm - Have you ever thought about these questions: How do I understand the Bible? What kind of study Bible do I need? Where do I nd something in the Bible? Does God really speak through the Bible?“Understanding the Bible”will tackle these questions and more. Childcare provided. Catered meals served each night; $50 per person includes all meals and handouts; $15 for handouts only (meals not included). Register for this 5-week study at cor.org/west/signup.
Join Pastor Jason for Baptism Class - March 7th, 5:30 - 6:15pm - Interested in baptism? Come and learn about baptism, the theological understanding of sacrament in United Methodism, and what commitments you will make for yourself or your child through the sacred act of baptism. Participants will walk through the key elements of baptism and also the logistics of the experience in worship. Register at cor.org/west/baptisms
Depression/Anxiety Help - Beginning Tuesday, March 7, 6:45-8:15 pm, join us for eight evenings of learning and support. Many in our society live with ongoing depression and anxiety. Know that you are not alone and that we are a church who cares. For more information or to register, contact chris.holliday@cor.org
Lenten season is coming and we hope you will commit to growing with us in this time of Lent. We will offer a Lenten study on Understanding the Bible on Monday evenings, as well as special worship services designed to foster an understanding of this important season from Ash Wednesday to Maundy Thursday, into a day of prayer on Good Friday to the great celebration of Easter with a community-wide Egg hunt and Easter worship services! mark your calendars now and plan to be with us throughout this beautiful season of Lent!
Ash Wednesday Worship | March 1| 7 pm
Maundy Thursday | April 13 | 7 pm Worship Service
Good Friday Day of Prayer | April 14 | 7am–7pm
Saturday Easter Egg Hunt | April 15 | 3-4:30 pm |
Saturday Easter Worship | April 15 | 5 pm
Sunday Easter Worship | April 16 | 8 am, 9:30 am, 11:15 am, 5 pm
Spring Break FaithWork – Saturday, March 11, 9–11:30 am. Come serve by helping beautify our church grounds at RezWest. Please bring shovels, garden tools, work gloves and wheelbarrows. Kid-friendly indoor mission activities will also be o ered. In the event of inclement weather, we’ll add more awesome indoor projects. All ages are welcome. No sign-up required—just come and serve! For more information, contact Chris.Holliday@cor.org.
Easter Egg Hunt Candy & Snack Cake Collection – Plans are underway for our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 15—get ready to celebrate! We are collecting boxes of snack cakes for our cake walk and Easter trinkets and candies to ll eggs (no chocolate, please). Consider picking up and donating some of your favorites and bring to the collection box at the back of the Sanctuary. We hope to see you at the Easter Egg Hunt!
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Finally, last night was a great joy as I spent the evening leading a rehearsal for a wedding this Saturday. It will be my privilege to officiate a number of weddings over the next few weeks and months and this is always such a joyous occasion. May God bless these unions and their marriages for a lifetime!
Looking forward to worshiping with you on Sunday,
Pastor Jason
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
West office - 913-538-7800
For an after hours urgent pastoral care need call 913-338-9477
Resurrection West Staff

The United Methodist Church of the
Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
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