COMING UP...

• New Member Classes begin on Sept. 27!
• Ribbon Cutting and Blessing celebrating Habitat for Humanity and CCCC's partnership set for Sept. 18!
• Congregational Summit is Wednesday, Sept. 23 - all invited!

Last Saturday, we laid my Uncle Bill to rest in beautiful Colorado. Surrounded by those who loved him most, we remembered his remarkable life and prayed to God that we might live the rest of ours a little bit like he lived his. 

In his famous children’s television show, “Mr. Rogers Neighborhood,” Fred Rogers used a framed magical television monitor on the wall called “Picture Picture” to show viewers short films of how everyday things were made. The short segments during “Picture Picture” featured calming, real-world processes– like how a pair of shoes is crafted, or how people bake bread. 

If I could invoke your imagination today, to walk with me over to the “Picture Picture” wall, I’d like to show you two pictures of my Uncle Bill. The first is Bill’s first time meeting my first child, Chaney. I remember that day – it was around Christmas time, and the family had all traveled to be together. Bill’s interaction with baby Chaney was different from other adults in the room. The adults sat on the couch or in the recliners. Bill was on the floor, criss-cross applesauce, with a toy in one hand and baby Chaney in the other. Almost all of my memories of my uncle look like this: Uncle Bill, on the floor, toys in hand, playing with me or my cousins, and in later years, our babies. 

The second picture I want you to see is the last picture I have of Uncle Bill in the summer of 2025, just after I led our church in our annual Community Camp. Cancer had taken a toll on Bill’s body. Yet, here he was, on the beach behind his house, in his lawn chair, playing with my two little girls. He put the lily pad float on the lake, let the girls try to balance and stand, then he would pull the rope so they’d fall and fall off. The girls laughed and laughed as Uncle Bill pretended to be a pirate and the girls pretended the lily pad was their ship. 

Mr. Rogers “Picture Picture” showed children how every day things were made. If these two pictures of my Uncle Bill were to grace the frame of “Picture Picture,” they’d lead us to understand one of Jesus’ most significant teachings: “Unless you become like children, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven.” A chapter later, in Matthew’s gospel, Jesus teaches again, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” Uncle Bill embodied Jesus’ posture toward children. He lived on their level, with childlike wonder, curiosity, and boundless energy. Uncle Bill was playfully present–delighting in children like God certainly delighted in Bill. 

If you want to know the real-world process of following Jesus, walk over to the “Picture Picture” wall with me… Uncle Bill will teach us. 

Grace and Peace,
Katie

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WORSHIP WITH US
Worship with us in person at 9:01 in the Sanctuary; 10am in the Chapel; 11am in the Sanctuary.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Sermon: Back to the School of Discipleship, Part 5
Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 9:1-12
Preaching: Rev. Ashley Cheung

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A SUPER GUEST IN SUNDAY SCHOOL THIS SUNDAY!
This Sunday, at 10am, kick off the NFL Season with a special presentation in our Koinonia class featuring Chiefs Hall of Famer, Heisman Trophy winner, and Super Bowl winner "Iron" Mike Garrett! Mike will be in the Solarium sharing about his faith and the role it played in his playing career and beyond! This class is open to everyone and will be in the Solarium on the 3rd floor at 10am!

Sunday, Oct. 25 at 10am | Breakfast with Mike.
As Scholar in Residence, Rev. Dr. Graves will talk briefly about the history of our tradition and Disciples of Christ. Enjoy a light breakfast while getting to know each other.

Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6pm | Cocktails with Carla.
Sit down with Rev. Carla Aday for an evening of conversation and connection as you learn more about the life of the church and what it means to belong.

Sunday, Dec. 13 at all Services | New Member Sunday
Celebrate becoming a part of Country Club Christian Church.

These classes are for anyone curious about Country Club Christian Church or Disciples of Christ. Explore who we are, what we believe, and what it means to be part of this community through the New Member Classes. For more information, contact Corey at [email protected] or 816.206.6596.

Faith and Culture Series: Artificial Intelligence. Starting Oct. 14 in the Social Hall

Join us this fall for our next Faith and Culture Series, as we look in-depth into just what Artificial Intelligence is, how it impacts the world around us, and how we may bring a theological lens to this modern world.

Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 6-7 pm | What Is Artificial Intelligence?
What are we talking about when we talk about A.I.? Led by Glenn and Tepring Crocker, Owners of Netmud LLC

Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 6-7 pm | Work and A.I.: Perspectives from Around the Workforce, Panel Discussion
Listen in as Rev. Bryce Bowers leads a panel with church members and friends who work in some of the industries most impacted by A.I.
*To protect the privacy of our panelists, this session will not be recorded*

Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6-7 pm | The Frictionless Trap?: AI, Collective Culture, and our Neighbor’s Dignity
How is AI impacting how we relate to one another and the world around us? What are the ramifications of this new technology for how we love our neighbors? Led by Rev. Bryce Bowers

Sunday, Nov. 15 | 10 -11 am | TI and AI: Theological Inquiry in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Professor Melvin Kranzberg famously wrote that “technology is neither good nor bad; nor is it neutral.” Some scholars think the same can be said of religion. What does it mean to think about the mysteries of God in the age of artificial intelligence? If Jesus became flesh to relate to us, what does it mean to consult an impersonal chatbot about spiritual matters? Together, we will explore these questions and many more. Led by Rev. Dr. Mike Graves

Country Club Christian Church and Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City invite you to celebrate an exciting new chapter in our partnership! Together, we’ll gather at the 7th Street build site for a special ribbon-cutting and blessing on two homes supported by funds from Country Club Christian Church. 

The morning will include remarks from Habitat KC and Country Club Christian Church, a prayer and blessing for the homes and the families who will live in them, and an opportunity to celebrate the neighbors, volunteers and partners who make this work possible. Following the ceremony and ribbon cutting, guests are invited to take a walking tour of the project. 

• Click HERE to sign up or click on the image above.
• Call 816.333.4917
• Email [email protected]

MICAH MONDAY NIGHT MEAL. Sept. 14 at 5pm
STILL NEEDING AT LEAST 10 PEOPLE TO ASSIST!
Team up with other members and friends to assist with serving meals, helping with cleanup, and/or assisting with clothing distribution - there is something for all. Sign-up HERE or call the office at 816.333.4917. 

SEPTEMBER COLLECTION CONNECTION
Let's help stock the pantries of those needing food assistance. Grab an extra box or two when you are at the store this month. Drop your donations in The Well and they will be shared with our partner agencies around the community.

KALOS | GROUPS FOR GOOD SIGN-UPS OPEN NOW!  
We are excited to welcome and connect you to KALOS | Groups for Good, starting soon, and there is a place for you. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]!

There are three types of groups, and at least one is just for you...

COMMON THREAD
For folks who are looking for a shared interest, a shared topic, or some other “common thread’ that combines people together. Check out some of the groups below.

New Groups...
Pickleballers | Mondays, weekly at 7pm | Sept. 21-Oct. 26. Meet at courts around the city. All levels are welcome - even those who have never picked up a paddle! Guided by Rev. Bryce Bowers.

Board Game Night | 1st and 3rd Friday, 6-8pm beginning Sept 18. Meet in the Youth Center to play a variety of games and hangout. Guided by Noah Krogmann. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

To see all Common Thread groups, go to the Interest Form HERE and select "Common Thread"

NEIGHBORHOOD COMMUNION
Typically once a month in homes to share in fellowship, discussion, and connection. Groups are formed based on geographic proximity, similar life stages, or both. 

To sign up, go to our KALOS Groups Interest Form HERE and a Kalos staff will reach out to help find the group for you.

SERVICE CORPS EXPLORERS
Serve, connect, and discover the good we can do—together! 
Click on the links below to select the team best for you!

Team 1 | 2nd Monday AM | 8:30 - 11:30am
Serve with a variety of our local mission partners and learn firsthand about the work they are doing throughout our community.

Team 2 | 2nd Wednesday PM | 6-8pm
An evening option for serving with and learning about a variety of our local mission partners.

Team 7 | 2nd Saturday | 8:30am - 3pm
A weekend opportunity to help build Habitat for Humanity homes and make a tangible difference for local families.

None of these days or times work for you? Let us know, we're open to creating additional SCE groups based on interest, availability, and the ways people would most like to serve. For more information, reach out to Corey!

FAMILY, YOUTH AND CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

MIDWEEK FOR KIDS + YOUTH EVERY WEDNESDAY THROUGH OCT. 28!
5:30pm: Meal (Optional). $7/person. CLICK HERE TO RSVP BY THIS SUNDAY!
6-7pm: Kids Rotation Stations (PreK-K & 1st-5th). Art; Cooking; Games; Missions; Science; Spiritual Practices; Storytelling/Drama; Music.
Youth Vespers: 6th-8th graders gather in youth center to pause, pray, and play. 9th-12th graders will lead Rotation Stations or Vespers.

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