Annual State of the Church Meeting
If you missed the annual State of the Church meeting, you can view a recording, the meeting slide show, and the 2019-2020 annual report here.
Club Kids Resumes
Calling all 3rd-5th graders! Club Kids will resume on Sun., Sept. 13 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. outside at the church. Join us for some fun and fellowship each Sunday evening!
Family Service Opportunities
We know that some of you have had your summer extended for a couple of weeks, if you are looking for ways to serve here are some opportunities we have for you and your family. August 27 - Something to Eat Food Packing, 1:00-5:00. Sign up for a one hour shift here Read More...
Popsicles in the Park
Come see April and Catherine on August 30 at Franklin Park (Roe Ave & Somerset Dr). We will have popsicles and bubbles! Find us under a tree, we will be there 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Back to School Blessing and 3rd Grade Bibles
Children and families are invited on August 23 for our annual traditions of a Back to School Blessing and the presentation of a Bible to all our third graders.
Celebration of Service
We celebrate all those members and guests of this congregation who have given their time, talent and treasure to the realm of God in the past year. Thank you to all of you who have served.
Anti-Racism Book Studies
In their class Reading for Anti-Racism Rev. Catherine Stark-Corn and Rev. Tyler Heston share about their approaches to anti-racism work and some of the books that have helped them get there.
Backyard Bash
This summer’s Backyard Bash offerings look a little different, but as we have done the last two summers, we are excited to offer online class offerings and activities for children and families, starting June 10. Our goals of community, spiritual development and fun are still present this year. You are invited to join one of these opportunities:
Now More Than Ever
Now more than ever, we know what truly matters: friends, family, kindness. Though this season has been challenging, the spirit, grace and hope that has risen up among us inspires.
Families Gardening at Church
Children and families are assisting the Green Team in preparing the church grounds for spring and summer. The Dakan family did general clean up this week to keep the grounds tidy and help prepare for the flower planting. Other families will be putting almost 800 begonias in the ground in the coming days. Read More...
Families Helping Families
Our children, youth and families have packed 1,944 meals for Cross-Lines Community Outreach to be distributed to families in the Kansas City area. If your family would like to sponsor and pack some meals, find out how. The Mueret family had so much fun, they went a second time!
Clergy Recommendations
During this time of sheltering in place, people are hungry not just for things to do but ways to grow spiritually when most every aspect of life has been upended. The clergy put our heads together and compiled a list of resources for just such a moment as this.
Children’s Story & Song Hour
We are excited for stories and songs with you and your children on Wednesday at 4:30. This meeting is geared towards birth - 2nd grade but all ages welcome. If you'd like information on how to join in, email April Booth.
News from Children and Family Ministries
Click here to read the most recent update from Children and Family Ministries and to subscribe to the weekly email.
Holy Week & Easter Services Streamed
Holy Week and Easter look a little different this year in the midst of the global pandemic, but we will still gather in worship on a journey to the resurrection. Join us.
