Resurrection West,
Scharme, Hailey, Kaia, and myself are so grateful for the privilege to have shared last week’s message ‘It takes Three’ in the hopes of increasing spiritual health in relationships in our community. If you missed last week’s message you can click here or go to our Facebook page to view it here. You might consider sharing it with a couple you know that it may enrich their relationship.
I’ve spent this week studying what are known as the “parables of the kingdom” in Matthew 13 to preach live in this new series starting Sunday. The message is titled ‘Small but Mighty…Hidden but Here’. Its been inspirational to study Jesus’ parables on the mustard seed, yeast, and a pearl. Parables are real life stories from which one or possibly a few basic truths are drawn. When you factor in the culture of the day, the context, and the people Jesus’ shared each parable with we discover many hidden truths meant to enrich our understanding of the kingdom of God. I am excited to share many of these ‘hidden but here’ truths in the kingdom parables this Sunday. I believe when we live into these truths Jesus’ teaches we live into the call of discipleship. One of the key markers of discipleship is an invitational spirit. Would you pause right now and pray about who you could invite to worship this Sunday as we launch this series called 'Upside Down Kingdom’. You can share a promo video on social media or through an email by clicking here. All of our KiDSCOR Sunday School resumes at all four services. 6th-8th grade Sunday School takes a break until August 20th, while all services will be kid and teen friendly. Be a difference-maker in someone’s life and take courage to invite them to worship! One change I wanted to make you aware of in the Gant family’s Sunday schedule is that we are moving from worship at 5pm to worshiping together at the 8am service, with our kids then going to Sunday School at 9:30am (and Scharme serving as a volunteer). Our oldest daughter, Hailey, will be moving up into 6th grade Sunday School starting this fall, so we want her to connect with the other 5th graders currently in that hour. Studies show that worshiping together as a family is the #1 reason for a life long faith after adolescence. If you’ve ever been concerned that your child is a distraction in worship, please know that they are always welcome in the Sanctuary. Part of our job as a church family is to welcome them in and support their connection to community worship through praise in song, corporate prayer, sharing in Sacraments (communion & baptism), and growing in understanding of Scriptures. When they see you worship it models discipleship for them. This is so important!
We are having a contest! If your child or teen didn’t get their sunglasses last week, be sure to pick them up Sunday. We want to invite you to share your fun sunglass pics through June for our Instagram Photo Contest – Post your photos to your accounts, tag @rezwest, @churchoftherez, use #rezshinesbright. Here are the themes:
- Share the Fun – post photos of kids wearing their Resurrection sunglasses
- Share the Light – post photos from serving opportunities
- Share the Love –(Hint: Father’s Day is June18) post photos of hugs,high 5s, friends, families
- Share a Selfie – self(ie) - explanatory
The contest will run from June 4-30 (but you can go ahead and start posting, tagging and hashtaggin’ now). Watch for more details at cor.org/west/summer.
Here are some upcoming opportunities to know, love, and serve God this summer.
- Join KiDSCOR Team Summer
- Marriage Enrichment: The Road to Wisdom
- MEGA Mission Serve Day
- Hygiene Bags for those in need
- Preschool Play Date!
- 5th-7th grade mission to Downtown KC
- 8th-12th grade mission to Colorado Springs
- Vacation Bible Camp for kids
- Sports Camp for kids
- Willow Creek Leadership Summit
- BBM (Building Better Moms) Group
- Thursday Live Women’s summer study
- WOW (Women of West) Conference
KiDSCOR is calling - Summertime in KiDSCOR means regular volunteers take a break and others dive in for some fun. Many places are still available and in need of volunteers to allow our rooms to stay open in welcoming our many young friends. Head to cor.org/west/teamsummer to select 3 or more dates and be given a t-shirt!
The Road to Wisdom, Marriage Course - 6-week class begins this Sunday, June 4, 6:30-8:30pm at Resurrection West and concludes on July 16. Have you ever wondered why your spouse does what they do or thinks the way that they think? The Road to Wisdom marriage course uses the Enneagram Personality Assessment to help couples understand their individual personality types and discover their strengths and vulnerabilities to come together in ways which will lead to healthy relationships! Meeting dates: June 4, 11, 18; July 2, 9, 16. Cost is $15 per person and childcare is available. Register today at cor.org/west/signup.
MEGA MISSION – My Father’s House (Furnishings Ministry), Saturday, June 10, 9 am–1:30 pm. Meet at My Father’s House, 2100 Manchester Trafficway, Kansas City, MO, and participate in a variety of awesome projects suitable for all ages! After projects are completed, lunch will be provided. My Father's House furnishes hope to those in need by collecting, preparing and distributing donated furnishings and home essentials, transforming the lives of program participants, donors and servants into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Resurrection's Furnishings Ministry seeks to ensure that no child or adult in the Kansas City area lives in a home without adequate furniture. Please wear your MEGA MISSION t-shirts – extras will be available that day. You will not want to miss this incredible day of service! For more information or to register, visit cor.org/west/signup.
Collecting Hygiene Bags – Some families/individuals are forced to make tough financial decisions about buying the daily essentials many take for granted. To help meet this need directly, our United Methodist Women’s circle is collecting personal hygiene essentials to bag and distribute to those in need in the surrounding community. The items needed are as follows: large rolls of toilet paper, large bars of bath soap, large shampoos, large spray deodorants, toothpaste, toothbrushes (for all ages), laundry detergent pods, and dishwashing soap. Please place your donations in the mission bins in the back of the sanctuary by Sunday, June 11. Thank you for making a positive difference in our community! For more information, contact chris.holliday@cor.org
Preschool Play Date – Come join the fun on Wednesday, June 7, from 10-11 am! Playtime for ages 2–5 will happen at Black Hoof Park at Lake Lenexa. See you there!
rezlife 5th-7th Grade Mission Trip to Downtown KC - Head to the inner city of Kansas City July 10 –14 and spend time serving in several ways throughout the community! Student lodging will be at The Church of the Resurrection Downtown Campus. Students currently in 5th-7th grade during the 2016-2017 school year are eligible to serve. The cost is $200 per student. Seating is unlimited until June 1. However, registration is closed after June 1, and space will then be limited. Click here to register
rezlife 8th-12th Grade Mission Trip to Calhan, CO - Travel to Calhan, CO (outside of Colorado Springs) June 18 –24 and serve with the Community OutReach Center! Students will work closely with the rural community to help those in need by assisting with home projects and vacation bible schools at two churches. Student lodging will be at the county fairgrounds in air conditioned buildings. Students currently in 8th-12th grade during the 2016-2017 school year are eligible to serve. The cost is $275 per student (this includes graduated seniors); $140 for College-aged students (Post HS-Age 21); and free for adults. Seating is unlimited until May 1. However, registration is closed after May 1, and space will then be limited. Click here to register
KiDSCOR Sports Camp – It’s soccer, basketball, football, cheer and faith-based fun packed into one awesome week! June 26-30, 8:30-11:30 am, $50. Great instruction, daily devotionals and friendship- building make this a camp you won’t want to miss. Camp is for K-5th graders (2016/2017 school year). Register at cor.org/west/signup. For more information, contact david.robertson@cor.org Sports Campers may also participate in Vacation Bible Camp for a full day of fun!
KiDSCOR Vacation Bible Camp "The Secret Life of Jesus" – June 26-30, 1-5 pm, $25. You and the kids in your life will definitely want to be a part of this spy-filled exploration of the parables of Jesus! Camp is for K-5th graders (2016/2017 school year). Register at cor.org/west/signup. For more information, contact christie.walker@cor.org Campers may also participate in Sports Camp for a full-day experience.
KiDSCOR Volunteer for VBC and Sports Camp – All youth and adults are invited to be a part of our summer camps! VBC volunteers are also able to register their younger children for a VBC experience tailored to their age. With so many ways to serve – we have a spot for you! 6th graders and older (2016/2017 school year) are welcome to serve. Register at cor.org/west/signup.
Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit – August 10-11, 8:30 am - Take advantage of world-class leadership training at this simulcast event, aimed at helping you become a better leader at home, at work and in your volunteer efforts. Both Leawood and Blue Springs serve as Host Sites. Sign up by July 11 for the discounted rate of $89 for Resurrection members and attendees. Visit cor.org/sharechurch and use Priority Code: PHS17TEAM to receive the discounted rate. Contact Kari.Burgess@cor.org for more information.
Learn, Grow & Serve with Building Better Moms at Rez West! Registration is now open! Enjoy fellowship and fun with moms who can relate to your daily joys and challenges. Relevant discussion will meet you where you are as a mom, a woman and a friend. Groups are currently forming for moms with children newborn through high school, including daytime and evening options. For more information, visit cor.org/west/women.
Summer 2017 Thursday Live – Make plans now to attend Summer 2017 Thursday Live! Session dates: July 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 9:30-11:30 am, downstairs at RezWest. Cost for the class is $10 per person. Childcare is available. For more information, contact David.Robertson@cor.org or register at cor.org/west/signup.
- Session Topic: The 100 Most Important Bible Verses for Women by Lila Empson, facilitated by Diane Robertson. The 100 Most Important Bible Verses for Women helps today's women, who are often over-stretched and frazzled, learn the life-giving principles of scripture that are directly applicable to their lives as women. Women of all ages – whether they've studied the Bible for years or they've studied it at all – will love this!
W.O.W. (Women of West) – Make plans now to attend the 1st Annual WOW Conference! The conference will be hosted by Resurrection West in Olathe, KS. Registration is $40 per person and includes a t-shirt for those who register by July 31. The conference speakers include: Diane Robertson, Lisa Holliday, Anne Williams, and Brandy Young. See you there!
**For a complete list of RezWest activities, go to cor.org/west
Finally, it was a privilege to welcome our summer class of interns yesterday afternoon to RezWest giving them a tour and sharing the history and heartbeat of our campus. It was inspiring to see their anticipation to serve this summer campuses and departments from global missions to communications. As I shared what I believe to be critical markers of our congregation; commitment to our mission, joy in our community, an invitational spirit, servanthood mindset, caring for people beyond measure, etc. I couldn’t help but be grateful to serve God in such an amazing place. Thank you for that honor. Please know that my greatest desire is to share with people in western Johnson county the deep love Jesus has for us and to connect them into the faith community. When I’m working throughout the week my priorities, time, and function is built out of our mission to build Christian community where non and nominally-religious people are becoming deeply committed Christians. I hope you share in that passion and together we live into this incredible call to share light and life. It’s going to be a great summer to shine His light all around!
Looking forward to worship on Sunday,
Pastor Jason
Resurrection West
24000 West Valley Parkway
Olathe, Kansas 66061, United States
For an after hours urgent pastoral care need call 913-338-9477
Resurrection West Staff
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Rick Webb - Director of rezlife Student Ministries
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James Wear - Technical Producer Media and Graphics
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