Then on Sunday join us as we begin a new worship series where we will be asking…. ‘What would Jesus say to the powerful of today?’ Pastor Adam will be preaching as we seek to understand how to live as disciples of Christ in modern times. Invite a friend and join us at 8am, 9:30am, 11am, or 5pm with KiDSCOR Sunday School at all services and rezlife 6th-8th grade Sunday School at both 9:30 & 11am services.
Gentlemen - save the date for the annual fly-fishing retreat this September 14-16. We will be heading to Rockbridge, MO Trout farm for a great weekend of fishing, fun, and spiritual growth together! Registration will open soon!
Finally, I saw many of you yesterday morning on College Blvd. between 7:30-8:00am as I stood in protest of the hate and judgment offered by Westboro Baptist Church picketing Olathe Northwest HighSchool. After much prayer around the knowledge they were coming, I felt convicted to be present and hold a sign that quoted Romans 8:39 - 'nothing can separate us from the love of God.' I intentionally did not post on my social media outlets so as to not give any public attention toward them. My hope was to show teens in our community that there are Christians (and pastors) here who love and support them and do not believe that God hates them because they may be gay, lesbian, or transgender. I share this with you because I feel a responsibility to be transparent and accountable serving as your campus pastor. These issues are complex and we are currently struggling as a denomination on how to approach them, but hate is not of God. Adolescence is difficult enough than to have people who claim they represent Jesus Christ spewing hatred and condemnation toward them. Christians the world over do not agree on these issues, but surely we can agree not to condemn children!
John 3:17 reminds us that ‘God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.’ I not only believe this, but count on it (as Pastor Adam reminds us every Easter weekend)! May we each be grateful for the grace and salvation though Jesus and when called to overcome hate with His love, love beyond measure!
Looking forward to worship on Sunday,
Jason
Upcoming Opportunities to Connect, Grow & Serve
Upward Sports– BASEBALL
Registration Open!
Come join the fun at Upward Baseball! Divisions range from age 4–6th grade. All games and practices are held at Field #1 at Two Trails Park, 127th & Ridgeview. Practices begin the first week of June. Cost is $85. Register at upward.org/sports/baseball. For more information, contact David.Robertson@cor.org.
Summer Faith & Fun!
Sports Camp offers soccer, basketball, football, cheer and faith-based fun! For current K-5th graders, June 11-15, 8:30-11:30 am, $25 per child. For details and to register, visitcor.org/west/signup.
Vacation Bible Camp “Jesus & Me...
Choose Kind” June 25-29, 6-8 pm, $25 per child. Current K-5th graders are invited for fun, friendship and faith-building. Registration begins in April at cor.org/west/signup.
Shawnee Mission Lake Worship & Baptism 6pm on Aug. 5th - Register now at cor.org/west/baptisms to receive Baptism at the Lake service this summer as we worship and celebrate together. Come early to enjoy the swim beach! When completing the online baptism form, write “lake baptism” int he notes section.
FaithWork this Saturday!
Sat., April 14, 9-11:30 am, RezWest Mission Center, 25000 College, Olathe. Participate in a variety of serve opportunities. All are welcome, no signup required. ContactChris.Holliday@cor.org for information.
Coffee with the Pastors
Considering membership at Resurrection? Attend CWP on Sun., Apr. 22, 3-5 pm, get to know our pastors and learn about our church and membership expectations. There’ll be an opportunity to join the church. Childcare is available. For more information or to register, visit cor.org/west/signup. Everyone is welcome!
Saturday Morning Men’s Study
Join us for a 10-week study based on the best-selling book 2 Chairs by Bob Beaudine. He encourages us to talk with God about our troubles and listen for the answers. You’ll be well-equipped to walk courageously through crisis. Study begins April 21 at RezWest;8-9:30 am, breakfast served– $5.00 suggested donation. Book is $13. Contact Allan Henning at anhenning6@gmail.com for details.
Calling All Muggers!
RezWest is in need of people to deliver coffee mugs to homes of first time visitors. This is a Resurrection tradition that dates back 25 years. Just a doorstep ‘Welcome to Resurrection’ greeting (no in-home visits). Mugs are prepared during each service and may be picked up after the service you attend. Deliver them sometime during the upcoming week. Contact David.Robertson@cor.org if you are available or for more questions.
Rezlife West
Iowa Mission Trip, July 16 - 20
Current 5th-7th grade students. Head to the inner city of Des Moines, Iowa July 16–20 and spend time serving in several ways throughout the community. We will leave at1pm on the 16th and arrive home at 8:00pm on the 20th. Students will lodge at Grimes United Methodist Church (in a suburb of Des Moines). Cost: $200 for students. Free for adults to attend. There are unlimited seats until June 15th. Registration is closed afterJune 15th and our ability to have spots for students after that date is very limited. Register at cor.org/west/signup.
Rezlife West
Shreveport, Louisiana Mission Trip, June 3-9
Current 8th-12th grade students. Students in 8th - 12th grade during the 2017-2018 (current) school year. We are going to Shreveport, Louisiana June 3 - 9 and will be working with Volunteers of America- North Louisiana organization. We will be lodging at a local United Methodist Church. Cost: $275 for students (this includes graduated seniors) $140 for college-aged students (Post HS-Age 21). Free for adults. There are unlimited seats until May 1st. Registration is closed after May 1st and our ability to have spots for students after that date is very limited. Register at cor.org/west/signup.
Employment Opportunities at RezWest
For more information and to apply,visit cor.org/west/employment
• FT Associate Director Students and Worship
• PT Video/Graphics Producer
• PT Program Coordinating Assistant
** For a complete list of RezWest activities, visit cor.org/west/events.
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
West office - (913)538-7800
For an after hours urgent pastoral care need call 913-338-9477
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West Staff
West Campus Pastor
Director, Staffing and Operations
Pastor, Care and Missions
Pastor, Strategic Projects
Director, Community Life
Director, Worship Arts
Director, Guest Connections & Communications
Director, rezlife Student Ministries
Director, KiDSCOR Children's Ministries
Elementary Program Director
Early Childhood Program Director
Nursery Coordinator
Coordinating Assistant to Pastor Jason
Coordinating Assistant, Programs and Ministries
Technical Producer Media and Graphics
Brad Hartshorn
Facilities Technician
Audio Engineer
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection West
(913) 538-7800
For after-hours pastoral care, please call (913) 338-9477.
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