CrossLinks—week of February 16

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SEND IN YOUR MESSENGER

CONTRIBUTIONS TODAY!

This is the last day to send in any announcements or articles you'd like included in the March Messenger. Submit all contributions to Lauren.Lanigan@lenexaumc.org ASAP!

DONATE SUNSCREEN TO HELP CHILDREN IN KENYA!

Pastor Ezekiel, along with friends from Russell, sponsors sports camps at the Korara Children’s Boarding School for the Blind in Bomet County, Kenya. This school hosts 147 students aged 5–17 who are partially sighted, totally blind, or have albinism. The sunlight is especially hard on the albino children, giving them sores on their lips and cracks on their skin, and sunscreen isn't available in most stores locally. Pastor Ezekiel is going to Kenya on March 3, and he is asking for donations of sunscreen (up to 8 oz.) to bring. Please drop them off at the food pantry location in the hallway. Thank you!

SPIRITUAL BOOTCAMP

Spiritual Bootcamp is underway, and we're continuing to grow in our personal relationships with God through renewing spiritual practices individually, in small groups, and churchwide.

If you haven't yet joined a small group or set your own personal spiritual goals for this month, we encourage you to take a look at the Spiritual Bootcamp overview, where you'll find info on how to get started, a list of the groups you can join, and more helpful resources.

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SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIBLE STUDY:

"EXPERIENCING GOD" WITH PASTOR EZEKIEL

Sundays | 4 p.m.

What is God’s will for our lives? Pastor Ezekiel is leading a study on finding the answer to that question. Our resource guide is the bible study Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God, written by Henry and Richard Blackaby, which examines experiencing God from the Old and New Testament scriptures.

With the book as a background, we will explore our personal beliefs and what we can do to grow closer to God and live a more God-centered life. Join us as we explore our faith and work together to increase our understanding of God’s will. Books are available outside the sanctuary.

SUNDAY EVENING ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Sundays through February 27 | 6 p.m. | Zoom

Do you ever wonder about the purpose of prayer, the nature of prayer, or the results of a life of prayer? If so, you’re invited to join Andy Oren on Zoom for a study of Holy Living Prayer: Spiritual Practices of Building a Life of Faith. As part of our Spiritual Bootcamp, this small group study will help strengthen your prayer life. Books are available outside the sanctuary.

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Another Zoom bible study opportunity is coming up! Starting March 6, we'll take a deep dive into the Lord's Prayer during this Lenten season study.

FAMILY VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY

Sunday, February 20 | 11:30 a.m.

The family Valentine's Day Party has been rescheduled for February 20. Join us on the 2^nd floor of the Education Building for lunch and fun activities! RSVP to Mary Clow at Mary.Clow@lenexaumc.org.

YOUTH CHILI AUCTION

Our annual Youth Chili Auction fundraiser is coming up! This year's fundraiser will consist of an envelope wall, online auction, and chili to go. The envelope wall will be located outside the Sanctuary starting this Sunday, February 20. Just place your money inside the envelope, write your name, and place it in the offering plate. The online auction will run from February 27–March 6, ending at 5 p.m. We'll send out the link to the auction soon. Additionally, we'll be serving chili to-go on March 6 following the 10:30 a.m. service. We're asking for a $5 donation. We're happy to deliver chili if you like—just let Teila Creekmore know by March 4. All proceeds raised go to support our mission trips, retreats, and more! Thank you for supporting our ministry!

ASH WEDNESDAY

Wednesday, March 2

Join us on March 2 to begin the Lenten season. Ash Wednesday worship will be held in the Sanctuary and on Facebook Live at 7 p.m. Drive-through imposition of ashes will also be available during Dinner's On Us from 5:30–6:30pm.

THE UPPER ROOM

The March–April issue of the Upper Room is here. Pick up a copy at the top of the stairs by the sanctuary—or contact the church office and we can mail you one.

IN-PERSON WORSHIP

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In-person worship takes place in the sanctuary at 9 and 10:30 a.m.

Masks are strongly recommended indoors. If you plan on attending in person, we encourage you to read all our COVID safety protocols at https://lenexaumc.org/covid/.

LIVESTREAM WORSHIP

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For those who'd like to worship from home, we livestream both the 9 and 10:30 services. Please tune in at facebook.com/LenexaUMC/live!

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FEBRUARY 20

7^TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY

"Having Devotional Time"

Luke 5:16, Matthew 26:36-40

This week, we'll talk about the meaning and power of the prayer Jesus taught.

Pastor Ezekiel preaching.

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VOLUNTEERS WANTED!

Greeters & Ushers

Can you help as a greeter or usher during worship? We have several positions open. Please consider volunteering once a month if you are able to.

To volunteer to be an usher or greeter, visit our SignUpGenius page:

Youth Volunteers

We’re always needing volunteers to help with Sunday School and Youth Group! Please contact Teila Creekmore if you’re interested! We would love for you to join us!

FOOD PANTRY

The food pantry is accepting all donations of non-perishable food and toiletries.

Please bring your donations to the gray bins outside of the church office.

ALTAR FLOWERS

The 2022 Altar Flower Calendar is on the bulletin board outside the office. You may also sign-up by calling or emailing the church office. You may sign up to bring flowers to commemorate a special occasion or in memory of a loved one.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

Everyone is welcome to join any of our classes!

9 AM:

Pathfinders: Asbury Room

Spectrum: Room 122

Foundations: Room 119 and via Zoom

10:15 AM:

Dashers: Asbury Room

10:30 AM:

YAC—Young Adult Conversations: The Underground

Find the class that is the best fit for you! Contact the church office for more information, including Zoom links to participate from home.

ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Thursday evenings | 7–8 p.m.

All are welcome to participate in a weekly zoom Bible study led by Fiske Miles. In the coming months, the chapter selections for each week in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are organized to read each of the four gospels in parallel, concluding on the Thursday before Easter Sunday.

Thursday, February 17

Matthew – 14,15
Mark – 7
Luke – 9, 10
John – 8, 9

Email Fiske Miles for more information. We hope you can join us!

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DRIVE-THRU DINNER'S ON US!

Wednesdays | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

We're serving you curbside at Dinner's On Us, our weekly free meal!

Enter the lot on the northwest side of our property and we will serve you from the front of the education building. Spread the word to your friends and neighbors!

menu options:

#1: pulled pork sandwich, chips, and a cookie

#2: PB & J sandwich, chips, and a cookie

Contact Wayne Dothage or Lisa Freeman to volunteer as a server/baker.

connect with us!

Connect with other members via Facebook—though we may not see each other in person as often, our LUMC community is active online and as welcoming as ever!