Episcopal Church
of the Resurrection
1433 NW R.D. Mize Road
Blue Springs, Missouri  64015
 
(816) 228-4220

Weekly e-mail  -   Saturday, October 12, 2019
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BURIAL SERVICE AND CELEBRATION OF LIFE
FOR ROBERT VICKREY    
Saturday, October 19 at 4:00 pm at Church of the Resurrection
JOIN US FOR A BONFIRE AND COOK-OUT  Bonfire and Cook-out
Next Saturday night at the Biggs home

Please join your Church family for a cook-out and bonfire at the Biggs' home next Saturday night, October 19 beginning at 5:30 pm.
 
If possible, bring a lawn chair, flashlight, blanket and skewer for roasting.
NECESSITY PANTRY IN-GATHERING NEXT SUNDAY OCTOBER 20 
Financial contributions appreciated

The most needed items this month are toothbrushes, toothpaste, adult diapers, canned good, toilet tissue and seasonal clothing.
 
The Necessity Pantry also needs funds!  So far in 2019 Resurrection members have contributed $1,300.  Can you help this month with a small or large donation?  Collectively $1, $2, or $5 for the Pantry during collection week goes a long way to continuing the success of this program.
 
In September, nearly 200 families were served by the Pantry, touching 700 people in Eastern Jackson County!
TRUNK OR TREAT Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 26 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us in the church parking lot with your car trunk decorated for Halloween.  Feel free to dress for the occasion and bring some candy to hand-out.  There will be a gift card giveaway for the BEST decorated trunk. 

Sign-up in the narthex or contact Sarah States with any questions.  Let's grow our church community with this FUN outreach event!  Please invite your family, friends and neighbors.
Throughout the month of October we will be collecting new and gently used crew socks to put in our Blessing Bags and to give to those in need.

Warm socks are one of the most valued items for the needy as the weather gets colder.

Please bring your contributions to Church!
ARE YOU LOOKING TO GET INVOLVED? Get Involved
Program sheets available in the Narthex

There are many ways to serve Christ's church through our outreach programs and internal parish programs. Please take a program sheet from the round table in the Narthex and identify if there are ministries and programs that speak to you. The program leader and vestry liaisons are listed with each program for you to inquire about how to get involved. Being involved is about stewardship. 

The gifts and talents that God has bestowed on us are meant to be shared with others. When we exercise our gifts and talents, we give back to God. May God continue to bless you as you bless others.
INQUIRERS AND RECEPTION CLASS
Classes presented after the 10:30 am service

Classes continue to learn more about the Episcopal Church, its tradition and history. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Classes are presented in the Children's Sunday School room after the 10:30 service (12:00 pm). Sessions last approximately an hour and half until 1:30 pm.
 
Sept. 15                                  Introductions and Church History
Sept 29                                   Holy Scriptures / Holy Sacraments (cancelled will make-up)
Oct. 6                                      Book of Common Prayer/Episcopal Tradition
Oct 13                                     Liturgy and Worship and Music
Oct 20                                     Prayer and Meditation
Oct 27                                     Church Structure and Wrap Up
                                               
Children ages 16 and above will be eligible for Confirmation following these classes.   Adults seeking to be confirmed or received will also be eligible following these classes   Questions and discussion are encouraged.   Refreshments provided.
 
Confirmation/Reception is on  November 2, 2019 at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Raytown at 4:00 pm.

Uplift Meal Prep at Noon in the Undercroft on Monday, October 14.

 

DOK Fall Assembly at Resurrection on Saturday, October 19 at 9:30 am.

 

Celebration of Life and Holy Eucharist for Robert Vickrey at 4:00 pm on Saturday, October 19

 

Fall Cookout at the Biggs' home on Saturday, October 19 at 5:30 pm. Sign-up in the Narthex.  If possible, please bring a lawn chair, flashlight, blanket and a skewer.

Trunk or Treat from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 26 in the church parking lot.

Fire Extinguisher Training on Sunday, October 27 in the parking lot following the 10:30 service.
Necessity Pantry:     The pantry is looking for volunteers on the 2nd Tuesday (4-6 pm) and the 3rd Saturday (10 am - noon) of each month.  Call Pat Carle to help.
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Save Best Choice labels and Boxtops for Education:
Please clip and save Best Choice brand UPC labels and the Boxtops for Education for Resurrection.  Collection containers are located in the Narthex.

Bible Study every Wednesday afternoon at 1 pm in the Undercroft.