Resurrection

January 9–10, 2016
welcome
WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
Resurrection offers worship, ministries and a community that will inspire,
challenge and encourage you as together we seek to know, love and serve God.
We are one church in many locations, and we invite you to participate at any of
our campuses: Blue Springs, Downtown, West (Olathe) or Leawood.
Worship
Today’s Message: Building Bridges, Tearing Down Walls – Rev. Adam Hamilton
Baptisms: Congratulations to Jake Ryan Ament (Krissie and Ryan), Gabriella Elle Myers and Stewart Scott
Myers (Deborah and Stewart), Andrew Coulter Corporon and Kathryn Jo Corporon (Dana and Anthony),
Aurelia Fae Maheux (Danielle and Stephen), Anthony James Schooley (Angela and Joseph), Wyatt
Michael Watkins (Jennifer and Michael). The following baptisms took place Dec. 27. Congratulations
to Annaliese Linda Muys (Lacie and Adrian), Myles Christine Harrington (Maggie and Michael), William
Michael Stephen Boothe (Carly and Ben), Saige Timperley (Summer and Steve).
We gather each weekend as a community to worship God and listen for his word to us in song,
scripture and sermon. We offer a variety of music and worship styles:
•Contemporary Saturday, 5 pm, Sanctuary; Sunday, 5 pm, Sanctuary
•Traditional Sunday, 7:45 am, Wesley Covenant Chapel; 10:45 am, Sanctuary
•Modern Traditional Sunday, 9 am, Sanctuary
•Vibe Sunday, 10:45 am, Student Center (relaxed, innovative worship for all ages)
Connect
We would love to connect you with our church. To learn about Resurrection’s ministries, programs
and events, stop by Connection Point, visit our website at cor.org, follow us on Facebook,
Twitter (@churchoftherez) and Instagram (@churchoftherez), sign up to receive our weekly
eNews and Pastor Adam Hamilton’s eNote by providing your email address in the attendance
notebooks or at cor.org/enews. Hearing assistance devices are available at our Connection Point
for your use during worship. Locations for events and activities in this bulletin are designated by
building (B or C) and room number. Stop by Connection Point for more information.
Building Update
Our construction team
has begun to add the
seven panels, or sails, to
the exterior of the new
sanctuary. These panels
depict the seven holy days
leading up to Easter. The
stained glass window will
represent the eighth day,
Easter, when Christ arose as
our King and Savior.
Weekly Programs
g KiDS COR Children | kidscor.org
Sunday School – Saturday, 4:50 pm, Infant – pre-K, Bldg. B
Sunday, 8:50 am, 10:35 am, 4:50 pm, Infant – grade 5, Bldg. B
WILD1’s 5th Grade Group – Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30 pm, B206
g rezlife Students | cor.org/students
Sunday School – grades 6-12, 9 am, Student Center
6/7/8 Youth Group – Wednesdays, 6:15-8 pm, Student Center
Rez High School – grades 9-12, Sundays, 5-6:15 pm, Student Center
g Matthew’s Ministry | cor.org/matthews
Serves individuals with special needs.
g Adult Studies and Groups | cor.org/grow
Learn about programs and resources for adults.
g Local Impact Serving Opportunities – cor.org/localimpact
•Education Ministry Informational Meeting – Learn more about our urban schools and how you can
serve, Tuesday, Jan. 26, 10 am, B201. For more information and to register, visit cor.org/education.
g Global Impact Serving Opportunities – cor.org/globalimpact
serve with us
Resurrection
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•Where will you serve in 2016? Mission opportunities with rezlife are open for students in 6th-12th
grades. Registration is now open for domestic and international mission trips. Visit cor.org/students.
•Honduran coffee – make it your beverage of choice. Proceeds help purchase school materials/supplies
for the Juan Wesley School in Ciudad Espana. Purchase Rainforest Alliance certified coffee in The Spring.
•Pray for our serve teams in Jamaica and Honduras – See their blogs at globalimpact.blogs.cor.org.
g Volunteering at Resurrection
•Be an Angel – Lend your heart and hands in Matthew’s Ministry, our program for individuals with
special needs, by serving as a buddy to these individuals while parents or care providers have a night
out on Saturday, Jan. 23, 4:30 pm, Student Center. Learn more at cor.org/matthews.
•Serve for Worship – Learn more at cor.org/leawood/serve about ways to serve for worship services.
•Children’s Choir rehearsals start Sunday, Jan. 10 and Wednesday, Jan. 14. Join us as we explore the
“Kingdom Connection” and the great kings of the Bible. Visit cor.org/childrensmusic for information.
g Employment Opportunities – cor.org/employment
Downtown • Community Minister – FT
Leawood • Facilities Maintenance Technician, FT • Technical Support Specialist, FT • School Year Intern, PT
• Nursery and Classroom Leader, PT • Pastor of Senior Adult Ministries, PT • Summer Interns, FT/PT
• Young Adult Pastor/Director, FT • Worship Logistics & Events Program Director, FT
Explore Life in Alpha
Bring your questions and curiosity about the Christian faith to Alpha! Sessions
include a meal, a short talk and discussion in a friendly, open environment. Join
us at the Alpha Open House to learn what Alpha is all about, and what a typical
evening looks like. To learn more or register, visit cor.org/alpha.
•Alpha Open House – Monday, January 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, Student Center,
dinner provided
•Alpha Monday session begins January 25, 6:30-8:30 pm, Student Center,
dinner provided
•Alpha Wednesday session begins January 27, 9:30-11:30 am, C136, breakfast provided
Commemorate the Life and Work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
•MLK Luncheon “From Relief to Community Development” – Saturday, January 16
Hear from Desiree Monize, director of Avenue of Life, a recipient of Resurrection’s Christmas Eve offering, and
Kerry Wrenick from the Kansas City, KS School District, about the work being done to make a positive impact
on the lives of 1,400 students living in poverty. Enjoy Gates Bar-B-Q and entertainment by the St. James United
Methodist Church Choir and the Eddie Baker School of Music students. Purchase tickets for $10 each in the
Narthex after worship this weekend or register at cor.org/MLK and pay at the door.
•MLK Serve Day “A day on, not a day off” – Monday, January 18
Make an impact in Kansas City on MLK Day as you engage in serving through organizations that meet the
needs of those living in poverty every single day. Unique opportunities exist this year to work alongside our
Christmas Eve Offering recipient partner, Avenue of Life. Witness what sustainable community development
looks like serving with Mission Adelante or walk the streets of Downtown Kansas City and see life through
the eyes of a sojourner who lives the reality of homelessness. A variety of serving opportunities are available,
including family-friendly activities. Learn more and register at cor.org/mlk.
grow with us
g Resurrection Opportunities to Grow in 2016
•Disciple 3 Bible Study group begins Jan. 12. Purchase book at The Well Bookstore. cor.org/disciple
•Tuesday Grow Night – Serve, take a class or simply enjoy meaningful discussion. cor.org/grownight
>Family Serve Opportunity – Help prepare Souper Bowl Food Drive meal bags for distribution to all
Resurrection campuses – Tuesday, Jan. 12, 7-8:30 pm, Narthex; ages 5+ accompanied by adult
>Grace Upon Grace – Tuesdays, Jan. 26 – Feb. 16, 7-8:30 pm, C141
•Explore the Gospels and connect with others in the Vibe worship community. Six-week class begins
Sunday, Jan. 10, 9:30-10:30 am, C104. cor.org/vibegospels
•Illuminate Bible Study explores simplicity and solitude with prayer beads, Tuesdays, 6:30 pm through
Feb. 2, or Thursdays, 9:30 am beginning Jan. 14. cor.org/leawood/women, click Women’s Bible Studies
•Joy Starts Here – Jan. 28 – April 7, 6:30 pm. Learn science-based skills for introducing joy into your life
and relationships. Joy Starts Here: The Transformation Zone is at the Well bookstore. cor.org/joystartshere
g Painters Art Guild – Saturday, Jan. 16, 9 am. Gather together with other artists to learn and share with
Pastor Darryl Burton and Georgia Kelley. cor.org/artguild
g Premarital and Newlywed Preparation Class – Saturdays, Jan. 16, 30. Required for anyone getting
married at Resurrection. cor.org/weddings
g Estate Planning Seminar – Saturday, Jan. 23, 9 am, C136. This workshop will help you formulate your
estate plan as well as address any new 2016 estate tax laws. cor.org/foundation
g Considering joining Resurrection? Attend Coffee with the Pastors Sunday, Jan. 24, 2 pm, Student
Center, to learn more about the church and get to know our pastors. Childcare available. cor.org/coffee
g The Legacy Journey – Monday, Jan. 25, 6:30 pm, B200. Prepare for retirement and plan for the second
half of life as we look at what the Bible says about wealth and learn practical tools for managing your
resources. Live a legacy now while preparing to leave a legacy for your family. cor.org/fpu
caring for you
g Kindermusik winter/spring classes now enrolling for children birth – 5. cor.org/kindermusik
Thursday Care NIght – Learn more about these classes/groups and others at cor.org/carenight
g Coaster Kids: Divorce Recovery for Kids – Jan. 21 – March 10, 6:30 pm, B221/223, ages 6-12.
Children explore their feelings about family changes through games and activities in a safe, fun
environment. $10/child, $20 maximum/family.
g RezVets – Jan. 21, 6:30 pm, C028. Learn about Benilde Hall, which began providing transitional
housing and substance abuse treatment to indigent homeless men in 1993, including many veterans.
g Spring session of Live Well – Thursdays from Jan. 28 – March 17, 6:30-8 pm; for individuals
struggling with chronic depression or anxiety to learn simple steps for relieving symptoms.
g Mid-life Divorce Recovery for Women – Jan. 28 – April 7. 6:30 pm, B214. Discover proven,
practical recovery strategies for women stuck in regret, bitterness, anger, sadness or fear of divorce.
g Our Congregational Care Team is here to provide support, encouragement and prayer. We invite you to
connect with a pastor following worship services.
• Rev. Karen Lampe – Executive Pastor; Sun. 10:45 am • Darryl Burton, Pastoral Associate – Sat. 5 pm
• Rev. Cheryl Jefferson Bell – Sun. 5 pm • Rev. Dr. Doyle Blanton – Sun. 9 am, 5 pm
• Pastor Courtney Felzke – Sun. 7:45 am • Pastor Katherine Ebling Frazier – Sat. 5 pm; Sun. 9 am
• Rev. Steve Langhofer – Sun. 7:45 am, 10:45 am
• Rev. Wendy Lyons Chrostek – Sun. 10:45 am Vibe
• Rev. Steven Blair – Live Forward, Live Well
For an appointment with your pastor, email [email protected] or call 913-544-0707 (after hours use emergency pager
816-545-4154). To contact Congregational Care, email [email protected] or call 913-544-0238.
g OUR PURPOSE Building a Christian community where non-religious and nominally
religious people are becoming deeply committed Christians.
g OUR VISION Changing lives, transforming communities and renewing the church.
g OUR JOURNEY Knowing, loving and serving God.
THE CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION
13720 Roe Avenue, Leawood, KS 66224 | Phone: 913-897-0120 | cor.org/leawood