Continue to keep in your prayers and in your minds those who are recently removed from
employment. The list continues to grow…a little. The list of unemployed includes some of the most intelligent, industrious and fine-looking individuals that I know. Any time you hear of possible employment, please call the church office with specifics. We’ll send it on to Bill or Darin or whoever is most able to receive the information. This really does work! We are seeing individuals go back to work and feeling good about the whole process.
If you have been struggling for any reason during the economy and need to drop the amount of your pledge for the church, we truly understand and even encourage you to do just that! Please leave a message, concerning this, for Wendy at the church office, 781-4554 X106. We do use this information for planning purposes and you help us greatly with your communication. Conversely, if you have been greatly blessed and if you feel God has had a hand on you and you wish to raise your pledge, we would probably entertain that also!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
National Day of Prayer 4/19/09
National Day of Prayer, Thursday ~ May 7, 2009
Prayer Vigil 6 am-8 pm in sanctuary
Sign up in narthex or foyer for a 30-minute time slot. Prayer prompts will be available.
Contact Lora Wiles for details.
Prayer Vigil 6 am-8 pm in sanctuary
Sign up in narthex or foyer for a 30-minute time slot. Prayer prompts will be available.
Contact Lora Wiles for details.
Faithworks 4/19/09
April 3, LUMC Faithworks built a ramp for a woman, confined to a wheelchair, that just turned 100 years old. She resides with her sister and caretaker who is 98 years young. They were both very appreciative of the volunteers who helped , which included Bill Moorefield, Glenn Miller, Kevin Fisher and Jim Gleason.
April 6, the Faithworks team helped clean out a church member’s home. Those who helped were Bill Davidson, Dusty Rhodes, Glenn Miller, Bill Moorefield and Kevin Fisher.
April 7th and 9th, Faithworks built another ramp for a woman in North Kansas City. She has trouble getting up and down stairs due to knee problems. Volunteers were Jay Thomason, Bill Moorefield, Jim Gleason, Kevin Fisher, Bill Davidson and Glenn Miller.
April 6, the Faithworks team helped clean out a church member’s home. Those who helped were Bill Davidson, Dusty Rhodes, Glenn Miller, Bill Moorefield and Kevin Fisher.
April 7th and 9th, Faithworks built another ramp for a woman in North Kansas City. She has trouble getting up and down stairs due to knee problems. Volunteers were Jay Thomason, Bill Moorefield, Jim Gleason, Kevin Fisher, Bill Davidson and Glenn Miller.
Adult Ministries 4/19/09
Prayer Ministry Updates:
Firm Foundation Prayer Ministry now meets on Mondays at 6:15pm in the Study Center Garage Prayer Room. Come anytime to pray for concerns of the church or to join others in prayer for a specific personal request. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
The church distributes prayer requests via both email and telephone prayer chains. If you’d like to receive prayer requests through the prayer chain, contact Rev. Scott Beard at Scott.Beard@lumcmo.org.
Cancer Support Prayer team is in need of additional team members. Contact Kathleen Bird, khbird@kc.rr.com for more information.
A Healing Service will occur in conjunction with the April meeting of the Cancer Prayer Team on April 28 at 7 pm in the Study Center Garage Prayer Room. Anyone is welcome to attend.
Prayers and Squares Quilt Ministry meets the 2nd and 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 in the Study Center. Contact Mary Robinson, basket.mary@sbcglobal.net, for more information.
Looking Ahead…
May 2, 2009
Missions Auction ~ Each family is asked to provide an item for the auction. Each small group is asked to provide a theme basket for the basket auction. Leave your items on the tables outside the worship spaces or in the church office.
May 16, 2009
LUMC Golf Tournament ~ Hole sponsors are needed, and teams are now registering. Contact Jim Jenkinson for more information; 781-7309 or tjenkinson@kc.rr.com
Need a Small Group Connection
Now That Lent is Over?
Maintaining the discipline of small group involvement is important. The following studies are available for you to begin:
A study of Corinthians began Tuesday, April 14, at 6:45 in room 224. Adults of all ages will enjoy this study led by Bonnie Endicott. This is a great group for those interested in a structured, easy-to-follow Bible study.
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults meets Wednesdays at 6 pm in Study Center 3. DVD teachings bring Bible stories to life by adding historical insight and modern significance. No homework or advance registration required. Tony and Julie Bavuso facilitate.
Promise Keepers Men’s group begins a no-homework, Tommy Nelson DVD study of Romans Tuesday, May 5, at 6:00 am in the Study Center.
Journey Small Group for young couples will begin the popular study When God’s People Pray April 19 at 9:45 in Ark 2.
Would you be interested in new a small group for couples or parents? Names are now being gathered so that we can meet the need for these specific focus groups. Contact Lora Wiles.
Promise Keepers Men’s Group Breakfast and Open House
Tuesday, April 28 6 am in the Study Center.
Meet the men from Promise Keepers and preview their next Tommy Nelson study of Romans which begins Tuesday, May 5.
Questions: Contact Jim Jenkinson at 781-7309
Firm Foundation Prayer Ministry now meets on Mondays at 6:15pm in the Study Center Garage Prayer Room. Come anytime to pray for concerns of the church or to join others in prayer for a specific personal request. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
The church distributes prayer requests via both email and telephone prayer chains. If you’d like to receive prayer requests through the prayer chain, contact Rev. Scott Beard at Scott.Beard@lumcmo.org.
Cancer Support Prayer team is in need of additional team members. Contact Kathleen Bird, khbird@kc.rr.com for more information.
A Healing Service will occur in conjunction with the April meeting of the Cancer Prayer Team on April 28 at 7 pm in the Study Center Garage Prayer Room. Anyone is welcome to attend.
Prayers and Squares Quilt Ministry meets the 2nd and 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 in the Study Center. Contact Mary Robinson, basket.mary@sbcglobal.net, for more information.
Looking Ahead…
May 2, 2009
Missions Auction ~ Each family is asked to provide an item for the auction. Each small group is asked to provide a theme basket for the basket auction. Leave your items on the tables outside the worship spaces or in the church office.
May 16, 2009
LUMC Golf Tournament ~ Hole sponsors are needed, and teams are now registering. Contact Jim Jenkinson for more information; 781-7309 or tjenkinson@kc.rr.com
Need a Small Group Connection
Now That Lent is Over?
Maintaining the discipline of small group involvement is important. The following studies are available for you to begin:
A study of Corinthians began Tuesday, April 14, at 6:45 in room 224. Adults of all ages will enjoy this study led by Bonnie Endicott. This is a great group for those interested in a structured, easy-to-follow Bible study.
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults meets Wednesdays at 6 pm in Study Center 3. DVD teachings bring Bible stories to life by adding historical insight and modern significance. No homework or advance registration required. Tony and Julie Bavuso facilitate.
Promise Keepers Men’s group begins a no-homework, Tommy Nelson DVD study of Romans Tuesday, May 5, at 6:00 am in the Study Center.
Journey Small Group for young couples will begin the popular study When God’s People Pray April 19 at 9:45 in Ark 2.
Would you be interested in new a small group for couples or parents? Names are now being gathered so that we can meet the need for these specific focus groups. Contact Lora Wiles.
Promise Keepers Men’s Group Breakfast and Open House
Tuesday, April 28 6 am in the Study Center.
Meet the men from Promise Keepers and preview their next Tommy Nelson study of Romans which begins Tuesday, May 5.
Questions: Contact Jim Jenkinson at 781-7309
LUMY 4/19/09
· Senior Sunday! Senior Sunday will be the weekend of graduation this year. That is
Sunday, May 24th. On this Sunday we will print a bulletin listing our seniors with photographs and additional information. Please be aware that we have sent out letters to all families of seniors whose information we have. If you have not received a letter, please assume that we do not have your information on file and you must contact us regarding your senior! Thanks!
Most of you are well aware, we are going back to BigStuf Camp in Panama City Beach, FL, this summer. This year we are leaving the evening of Tuesday, June 16th,, and arriving back sometime on Monday, June 22nd. We have a few spots that have opened up for the trip. If you want to go let us know ASAP. The cost is $500. Let us know if you are interested!
We are having a camp meeting! May 3rd. 5:15-5:45! This meeting is mandatory for anyone going on the trip; at least one member of your family must be present. If your family will be out of town, please contact Sarah and she will get you the information that you need. During this meeting you will be getting lots of information and filling out forms. Please bring your insurance information.
MAY 3rd. Summer Parent Meeting.
6:00-6:30, before LUMY
Sunday, May 24th. On this Sunday we will print a bulletin listing our seniors with photographs and additional information. Please be aware that we have sent out letters to all families of seniors whose information we have. If you have not received a letter, please assume that we do not have your information on file and you must contact us regarding your senior! Thanks!
Most of you are well aware, we are going back to BigStuf Camp in Panama City Beach, FL, this summer. This year we are leaving the evening of Tuesday, June 16th,, and arriving back sometime on Monday, June 22nd. We have a few spots that have opened up for the trip. If you want to go let us know ASAP. The cost is $500. Let us know if you are interested!
We are having a camp meeting! May 3rd. 5:15-5:45! This meeting is mandatory for anyone going on the trip; at least one member of your family must be present. If your family will be out of town, please contact Sarah and she will get you the information that you need. During this meeting you will be getting lots of information and filling out forms. Please bring your insurance information.
MAY 3rd. Summer Parent Meeting.
6:00-6:30, before LUMY
Children's Ministries 4/19/09
The Children’s Sunday School lesson for April 19, 2009, is called “Breakfast on the Beach.” It comes from John 21:1-14. After the resurrection, Jesus met the disciples on the beach and they ate breakfast together. The disciples were so happy to see him again.
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons today comes from John 21: 17b. Peter said, "Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you." Jesus said, "Feed my sheep.” The children will discuss how their offering money helps “Feed the sheep.”
Have you seen the tulips by the library door? Take a good look and enjoy the beauty! “HIS Kids” Team 23 planted the bulbs last fall. What a fun surprise watching them come up and bloom. God’s miracle through the gift of life is an awesome thing to witness!
Thank you to the Children’s Sunday School
Committee, our pastors, and Andrew & Sarah Beard for helping with the Children’s Good Friday Worship Service. We appreciate all you did to make it
meaningful for the children and families.
You can register your child for Vacation Bible School at www.lumcmo.org
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons today comes from John 21: 17b. Peter said, "Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you." Jesus said, "Feed my sheep.” The children will discuss how their offering money helps “Feed the sheep.”
Have you seen the tulips by the library door? Take a good look and enjoy the beauty! “HIS Kids” Team 23 planted the bulbs last fall. What a fun surprise watching them come up and bloom. God’s miracle through the gift of life is an awesome thing to witness!
Thank you to the Children’s Sunday School
Committee, our pastors, and Andrew & Sarah Beard for helping with the Children’s Good Friday Worship Service. We appreciate all you did to make it
meaningful for the children and families.
You can register your child for Vacation Bible School at www.lumcmo.org
Music Notes 4/19/09
Joseph Martin,
pianist & composer
Saturday, April 25 - 2009
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Adults: $12 Seniors: $10 Student/Child: 6
Call the church for tickets: 816-781-4554 ext. 119
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS CONCERT SERIES
Joseph Martin will also be with us in our 8:30 and 11:00 am worship services on Sunday, April 26, as the Chancel Choir will feature several of his choral anthems throughout the worship service. Joseph has published over 800 anthems, mainly for church choirs and many for schools. We will also be blessed as he plays the piano in worship. Come and enjoy one of the leading Christian composers and performers in our country today.
pianist & composer
Saturday, April 25 - 2009
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Adults: $12 Seniors: $10 Student/Child: 6
Call the church for tickets: 816-781-4554 ext. 119
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS CONCERT SERIES
Joseph Martin will also be with us in our 8:30 and 11:00 am worship services on Sunday, April 26, as the Chancel Choir will feature several of his choral anthems throughout the worship service. Joseph has published over 800 anthems, mainly for church choirs and many for schools. We will also be blessed as he plays the piano in worship. Come and enjoy one of the leading Christian composers and performers in our country today.
Hospitality Help Needed 4/19/09
Radical Hospitality
Our church is working to develop Radical Hospitality to greet and welcome new members into our church and congregation. In addition, we are restructuring our Heart Teams to support the needs of our growing congregation. To greet/welcome and support the needs of the congregation, we need PEOPLE. People who can greet from 8:00-9:30 or 9:30-11:00 on a Sunday morning. We also need people who can cook, visit, call, write a note, etc. If you feel you can give 1 to 2 hours of your time, please fill out the interest form available at the front desk of the church or in the notebooks in the pews. If you have any questions, please call Elizabeth Easley at 781-8668. As Rev. Mark Turnbough stated in a recent VIEW, "One of Jesus's major themes was love in ACTION, Love one another, as I have loved you. Let's put a whole new face on our kindness, our affections, our motivations and our actions."
Our church is working to develop Radical Hospitality to greet and welcome new members into our church and congregation. In addition, we are restructuring our Heart Teams to support the needs of our growing congregation. To greet/welcome and support the needs of the congregation, we need PEOPLE. People who can greet from 8:00-9:30 or 9:30-11:00 on a Sunday morning. We also need people who can cook, visit, call, write a note, etc. If you feel you can give 1 to 2 hours of your time, please fill out the interest form available at the front desk of the church or in the notebooks in the pews. If you have any questions, please call Elizabeth Easley at 781-8668. As Rev. Mark Turnbough stated in a recent VIEW, "One of Jesus's major themes was love in ACTION, Love one another, as I have loved you. Let's put a whole new face on our kindness, our affections, our motivations and our actions."
LUMC Nursery 4/19/09
LUMC Nursery is seeking adult volunteers to come and PLAY!
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, and all day on Sunday.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us, please call the nursery at ext 112, and leave us a message!
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, and all day on Sunday.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us, please call the nursery at ext 112, and leave us a message!
Wednesday Night Supper Help Wanted 4/19/09
Wednesday Night Supper Cooking Teams Forming for 2009/2010
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
Counters Needed 4/19/09
Counters Needed!
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Senior Branson Trip 4/19/09
Senior Branson Trip
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009,
in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009,
in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Garden of Eatin' 4/19/09
Garden of Eatin’
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
United Methodist Men Golf Tounament 4-19-09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament
May 16, 2009, 8 AM.
The tournament is open to women and men of all ages, and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf Tournament will provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out and will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions, contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
May 16, 2009, 8 AM.
The tournament is open to women and men of all ages, and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf Tournament will provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out and will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions, contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Mark's Remarks 4/12/09
The cover story for the current issue of Newsweek is entitled, The End of Christian America. In the new Newsweek Poll, fewer people now think of the United States as a "Christian nation" than did so when George W. Bush was president (62 percent in 2009 versus 69 percent in 2008). Two-thirds of the public (68 percent) now say religion is "losing influence" in American society, while just 19 percent say religion's influence is on the rise. The proportion of Americans who think religion "can answer all or most of today's problems" is now at a historic low of 48 percent. During the Bush 43 and Clinton years, that figure never dropped below 58 percent. These thoughts are not exclusive to Newsweek. President Obama, speaking in Turkey, declared that we are not a Christian, Muslim or Jewish nation, rather we are a nation of citizens. He’s right there, although for those of us who grew up thinking we are a Christian nation, this thought makes our oatmeal a little sour.
The article in Newsweek went further to say: “Let's be clear: while the percentage of Christians may be shrinking, rumors of the death of Christianity are greatly exaggerated. Being less Christian does not necessarily mean that America is post-Christian.”
As Methodist Christians, we must be clear. We’re not in the business of brutalizing other religions, we’re not in the business of making the government an arm of the church, or vice versa. For example, the columnist Cal Thomas came to see the Moral Majority or Christian American movement as flawed in theological terms. He put it so well, "No country can be truly 'Christian,’ only people can. God is above all nations, and, in fact, Isaiah says that 'All nations are to him a drop in the bucket and less than nothing.” We were going through organizing like-minded people to 'return' America to a time of greater morality. Of course, this was to be done through politicians who had a difficult time imposing morality on themselves!"
Here at LUMC we seem to be doing well. The number of first-time visitors is great and these folk are giving Christ a “hearing” every Sunday. When LUMC completes the construction of more space and lays out more parking at the new site, we’ll be able to reach and accommodate an increased number of the area for Christ. That is and always has been our goal, when we reach the country and the world for Jesus.
The article in Newsweek went further to say: “Let's be clear: while the percentage of Christians may be shrinking, rumors of the death of Christianity are greatly exaggerated. Being less Christian does not necessarily mean that America is post-Christian.”
As Methodist Christians, we must be clear. We’re not in the business of brutalizing other religions, we’re not in the business of making the government an arm of the church, or vice versa. For example, the columnist Cal Thomas came to see the Moral Majority or Christian American movement as flawed in theological terms. He put it so well, "No country can be truly 'Christian,’ only people can. God is above all nations, and, in fact, Isaiah says that 'All nations are to him a drop in the bucket and less than nothing.” We were going through organizing like-minded people to 'return' America to a time of greater morality. Of course, this was to be done through politicians who had a difficult time imposing morality on themselves!"
Here at LUMC we seem to be doing well. The number of first-time visitors is great and these folk are giving Christ a “hearing” every Sunday. When LUMC completes the construction of more space and lays out more parking at the new site, we’ll be able to reach and accommodate an increased number of the area for Christ. That is and always has been our goal, when we reach the country and the world for Jesus.
Mission Auction News 4/12/09
21
Days Until the Annual Missions Auction: 21
Entry Fee: NADA – NOTHING – ZERO PESOS
Dinner: $20 Family, $8 Adults, $6 Kids (tickets available at church office)
Number of Items to Bid on: BILLIONS
Amount of fun watching your friends outbidding each other: PRICELESS
You will kick yourself if you miss this one!
MAY 2, 2009 – Registration 4 pm – Dinner 4:30-6pm
Silent Auction starts at 4:00 – Live auction starts at 7:00
If you would like to donate a basket or item, call the church – AND – you will be eligible to
play a game at the auction. Hmmm – curious now, aren’t you?
Your hands will be in the air bidding so you will have to PUT THE BABY DOWN!
Call 781-4554 ext. 112 for a babysitting reservation
Days Until the Annual Missions Auction: 21
Entry Fee: NADA – NOTHING – ZERO PESOS
Dinner: $20 Family, $8 Adults, $6 Kids (tickets available at church office)
Number of Items to Bid on: BILLIONS
Amount of fun watching your friends outbidding each other: PRICELESS
You will kick yourself if you miss this one!
MAY 2, 2009 – Registration 4 pm – Dinner 4:30-6pm
Silent Auction starts at 4:00 – Live auction starts at 7:00
If you would like to donate a basket or item, call the church – AND – you will be eligible to
play a game at the auction. Hmmm – curious now, aren’t you?
Your hands will be in the air bidding so you will have to PUT THE BABY DOWN!
Call 781-4554 ext. 112 for a babysitting reservation
Children's Ministries 4/12/09
Today there is Sunday School only for Preschool and Nursery Children. They will learn about the resurrection from Luke 24:1-12. They’ll learn that Jesus is ALIVE and that God brings new life to us!
In today’s Children’s Stewardship Lesson the children will discuss why we worship Jesus! Today is a wonderful day of celebration and our response to him is worship and praise. Part of worship is giving our offerings and our time back to him.
The Nursery Committee and Cradle Roll will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt, circle time, and appropriate Easter crafts in the nursery today for all children 2 and under while you attend worship.
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is this coming Friday, April 17th from 6:30 to 8:30. This event is for boys age 4 through 5th grade and their moms. (If mom can’t come, please come with grandmother, an aunt, or other
special lady.)
If members of the congregation would like to help with the event, we are looking for table/room hosts (women who don’t have young sons), and donations of:
Gummy worms
Whipped cream
Sandwich-sized Ziplock baggies
Oreo cookies
If you are interested, please e-mail Sondra Buell (address above) and let her know how you can help. Thank you!
Vacation Bible School is July 13-17. You can register you child on-line at www.lumcmo.org
In today’s Children’s Stewardship Lesson the children will discuss why we worship Jesus! Today is a wonderful day of celebration and our response to him is worship and praise. Part of worship is giving our offerings and our time back to him.
The Nursery Committee and Cradle Roll will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt, circle time, and appropriate Easter crafts in the nursery today for all children 2 and under while you attend worship.
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is this coming Friday, April 17th from 6:30 to 8:30. This event is for boys age 4 through 5th grade and their moms. (If mom can’t come, please come with grandmother, an aunt, or other
special lady.)
If members of the congregation would like to help with the event, we are looking for table/room hosts (women who don’t have young sons), and donations of:
Gummy worms
Whipped cream
Sandwich-sized Ziplock baggies
Oreo cookies
If you are interested, please e-mail Sondra Buell (address above) and let her know how you can help. Thank you!
Vacation Bible School is July 13-17. You can register you child on-line at www.lumcmo.org
Adult Ministries 4/12/09
Easter Morning ~
A Time for Celebration!
The mood of reflection and repentance of Lent has passed, and this morning we celebrate our risen Lord. Some have “given up” things for Lent. Consider carefully whether those are things you really want to add back to your lives. Some have “taken on” new spiritual disciplines, e.g., prayer or Bible study. Consider carefully whether those are things you can afford to stop now that Lent has passed.
“It is written, ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.’ “
Deuteronomy 8:3, Matthew 4:4
Looking Ahead…
May 2, 2009
Missions Auction ~ Each family is asked to provide an item for the auction. Each small group is asked to provide a theme basket for the basket auction. Leave your items on the tables outside the worship spaces or in the church office.
May 16, 2009
LUMC Golf Tournament ~ Hole sponsors are needed, and teams are now registering. Contact Jim Jenkinson for more information; 781-7309 or tjenkinson@kc.rr.com
Lenten Small Group Prayer Study Was a Success
Approximately 300 people signed up to participate in our Lenten small group study of When God’s People Pray. Our gratitude goes out to the people who made time in their schedules to fellowship and study together. This special Lenten study does not happen without the commitment of a number of people. Special thanks are due to the following individuals who served as hosts or facilitators for small groups:
Arlin Renfrow
Ruth Tucker
Fritz Mutti
Maggie Brewer
Edie Ryken
Judy Rychlewski
Brad & Justine Cornell
Andrew Beard
Ken & Donna Dunn
Straud Brewer
Brian & Melody Sommers
Everett & Elizabeth Easley
Wendi Jensen
Brian & Nancy McCleery
Lora Wiles
Heather Hall
Pat Deitrick
Celeste Fields
Bonnie Endicott
Mark & Barb Turnbough
David & Laura Evans
Ken & Sharron Bowen
Tony & Julie Bavuso
Steve & Mary Hunt
Mark Morris
Carolyn Cupp
A Time for Celebration!
The mood of reflection and repentance of Lent has passed, and this morning we celebrate our risen Lord. Some have “given up” things for Lent. Consider carefully whether those are things you really want to add back to your lives. Some have “taken on” new spiritual disciplines, e.g., prayer or Bible study. Consider carefully whether those are things you can afford to stop now that Lent has passed.
“It is written, ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.’ “
Deuteronomy 8:3, Matthew 4:4
Looking Ahead…
May 2, 2009
Missions Auction ~ Each family is asked to provide an item for the auction. Each small group is asked to provide a theme basket for the basket auction. Leave your items on the tables outside the worship spaces or in the church office.
May 16, 2009
LUMC Golf Tournament ~ Hole sponsors are needed, and teams are now registering. Contact Jim Jenkinson for more information; 781-7309 or tjenkinson@kc.rr.com
Lenten Small Group Prayer Study Was a Success
Approximately 300 people signed up to participate in our Lenten small group study of When God’s People Pray. Our gratitude goes out to the people who made time in their schedules to fellowship and study together. This special Lenten study does not happen without the commitment of a number of people. Special thanks are due to the following individuals who served as hosts or facilitators for small groups:
Arlin Renfrow
Ruth Tucker
Fritz Mutti
Maggie Brewer
Edie Ryken
Judy Rychlewski
Brad & Justine Cornell
Andrew Beard
Ken & Donna Dunn
Straud Brewer
Brian & Melody Sommers
Everett & Elizabeth Easley
Wendi Jensen
Brian & Nancy McCleery
Lora Wiles
Heather Hall
Pat Deitrick
Celeste Fields
Bonnie Endicott
Mark & Barb Turnbough
David & Laura Evans
Ken & Sharron Bowen
Tony & Julie Bavuso
Steve & Mary Hunt
Mark Morris
Carolyn Cupp
LUMY 4/12/09
LOCK OUT!
$35.00 April 17-18
9:00 pm - 8:00 am
Don’t miss out on the fun!
Call or e-mail to sign up!
All LUMY gets SERIOUSLY RIDICULOUS on April 19th.
Be there! Meet in the FLC from 6:30-8:30!
6th-12th-graders!
$35.00 April 17-18
9:00 pm - 8:00 am
Don’t miss out on the fun!
Call or e-mail to sign up!
All LUMY gets SERIOUSLY RIDICULOUS on April 19th.
Be there! Meet in the FLC from 6:30-8:30!
6th-12th-graders!
Child Protection Training Class 4/12/09
Child Protection Training Class Planned
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 7pm
Contact Everett Easley at 781.4554 X 107
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 7pm
Contact Everett Easley at 781.4554 X 107
Counters Needed 4/12/09
Counters Needed!
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Senior Trips 4/12/09
Senior Trips
Hoe Down, April 18th ~ Leave 2:30pm
Vaile Mansion tour, Lone Jack Civil War Museum, Kamey’s Place for dinner,
Big Creek Country Show
$28/person ~ Call Amy 781-4554
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Hoe Down, April 18th ~ Leave 2:30pm
Vaile Mansion tour, Lone Jack Civil War Museum, Kamey’s Place for dinner,
Big Creek Country Show
$28/person ~ Call Amy 781-4554
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Garden of Eatin' 4/15/09
Garden of Eatin’
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
MOPS Cookbook 4/12/09
Coming soon: The NEW LUMC Cookbook brought to you by MOPS! To reserve your copy, please contact Amy Steinbeck at amy.steinbeck@lumcmo.org or stop by the church office Tues.-Thurs. before noon. They are only $12 each: please make checks payable to MOPS.
UMW News 4/12/09
UMW Fellowship Meetings for April
Sunset ~ April 14 at 7pm ~ Study Center
Joyful ~ April 16 at 1pm ~ Joy Chapman’s home
Spice of Life ~ April 21 at 9:30am ~ Study Center
Sunset ~ April 14 at 7pm ~ Study Center
Joyful ~ April 16 at 1pm ~ Joy Chapman’s home
Spice of Life ~ April 21 at 9:30am ~ Study Center
Wednesday Night Supper Help Needed 4/12/09
Wednesday Night Supper Cooking Teams Forming for 2009/2010
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
LUMC Nursery 4/12/09
LUMC Nursery is seeking adult
volunteers to come and PLAY!
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, and all day on Sunday.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us, please call the nursery at ext 112, and leave us a message!
volunteers to come and PLAY!
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, and all day on Sunday.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us, please call the nursery at ext 112, and leave us a message!
UMM Golf Tournament 4/12/09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament
May 16, 2009, 8 AM.
The tournament is open to women and men of all ages, and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf Tournament will provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out and will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions, contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
May 16, 2009, 8 AM.
The tournament is open to women and men of all ages, and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf Tournament will provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out and will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions, contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
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