December 30, 2022

Click on the video above to see a 2022 Year in Review

of Country Club Christian Church

and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

It's not too late to make your end-of-year donation for 2022.

You may donate online by clicking the button to the right and selecting "Year End Gift" from the "Fund" dropdown.

WORSHIP WITH US

This week we will have one service at 10:30am in the sanctuary

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Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 - ONE SERVICE ONLY AT 10:30AM

Empathy Incarnate, Rev. Joe Walker

Scripture Focus: Matthew 9:35-38

The Christmas story reminds us that God knows and cares about the joys and challenges of human life. Scripture assures us that Jesus can “sympathize with our weaknesses.” This Sunday we will learn how Jesus models for us the practice and power of empathy. 

Your generosity is appreciated as Jerusalem Farm, Sheffield Place and Amethyst Place seek to transform lives in our community. Learn more about each agency HERE.

You can give by: 

• Clicking HERE to donate online, select "Christmas Offering" from "Fund" dropdpwn
• Putting cash gifts in a “Christmas Offering” envelope available in pews and place in offering plate.
• Placing checks in offering plate, notate “Christmas Offering” on memo line
• Texting the word ‘Christmas’ to 816-484-3399

In Today's Newsletter, Keep Scrolling to see...

• Church Happenings - New Sermon Series starts Jan. 8
• Adult Enrichment - Grief and Faith Luncheon Jan. 10
• Mission & Outreach - January Connection Collection
• Children & Youth - Pastor's Class Kick-Off, Feb. 5
• Young Adults - January Roots Dates Set
• Save these Dates - Missouri Collegiate Choir Tour, Jan. 15
• Life of the Church - Rev. Teresa “Terri” Hord Owens, General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada will be at CCCC on Feb. 4

CHURCH HAPPENINGS

NEW SERMON SERIES BEGINS JAN. 8

As the calendar turns to January we often resolve to get more physically fit or adopt healthy life patterns for personal growth. We will look at the letter of Phillipians to see what guidance is offered for setting a spiritual path. Paul offers advice like be bold; strive side by side; shine like the stars; press on, and find contentment

HUMAN RIGHTS PILGRIMAGE

Oct. 23-26, 2023

Join us on an educational and relational journey to better understand racism in our country and to consider ways to work toward dismantling it. Led by Rev. Carla Aday and Dr. Claudia Highbaugh. This pilgrimage to Birmingham and Montgomery, AL, includes visits to the National Peace and Justice Museum, the Tuskegee Airmen Museum, the Southern Poverty Law Center and the Freedom Riders Museum. Estimated cost is $1250 per person, double occupancy, or $1,600 single occupancy. Scholarships available. More information at cccckc.org/human-rights-pilgrimage/. CLICK HERE for more information, brochure and registration.

ADULT ENRICHMENT

SUNDAY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, Jan. 15 at 10am, Room 301

We are excited to launch a new Sunday school class for the new year to serve folks in middle adulthood! Are you in your fifties or sixties and looking for a space to connect with others? Stop by Room 301 for a chance to connect with others, discuss potential topics and activities and enjoy some snacks. 

GREIF AND FAITH LUNCHEON: THEN AND NOW

Tues., Jan. 10, 12pm. Rev. Rita Kendagor shares about her husband’s medical crisis and death after only 8 years of marriage with a 6-year-old and baby on the way. Small group discussion following the presentation. Complimentary box lunch, free-will donation appreciated. Held at Village Presbyterian Church, 6641 Mission Rd. Register HERE.

MONDAY NIGHT CLASSES

Wielding a Double-Edged Sword: Queer Biblical Interpretation

Jan. 16, 23, 30 at 7pm in the Youth Center

The author of Hebrews says that the “word of God is sharper than any two-edged sword.” Scriptures have been cited to condemn LGBTQ+ people, yet these folk have often found freeing ways to read scripture. What do we make of the “clobber passages” many use to condemn? What new and “queer” ways can these perspectives and experiences offer our sacred texts? Led by Rev. Tyler Heston. 

MISS A MONDAY NIGHT CLASS? These classes will be recorded and posted the following Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. on our YouTube channel. Click HERE to catch the new classes when they are published.

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FAITHBOOK FOR WOMEN

Winter sessions begin Tues., Jan. 10, 7 - 8pm (online only) and Wed., Jan. 18, 9 - 10am (in-person/online).

For women who want to connect around faith and friendship weekly to reflect on the previous Sunday’s sermon or other topics related to our spirituality and our real lives. If you don’t have time for homework between family, work, etc, then this is the class for you. Email Rev. Tyler Heston for more info.

HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE

Sept. 5 - 14, 2023

A pilgrimage to the Holy Land has been called “the fifth Gospel,” and for many people, it’s the trip of a lifetime. This trip starts in Galilee, coming down the Jordan valley, and culminates with some of the most cherished sites in and around Jerusalem. This Pilgrimage to the Holy Land is being led by Dr. Mike Graves and Dr. David May. To see a detailed itinerary and more information, click HERE.

The cost is $4,800 per person, double occupancy. It includes round-trip airfare from Kansas City, ground transportation, 4-star hotels, and two meals per day, as well as entrance into all the sites and gratuities. A $300 deposit is due in May of 2023. Space is limited, so signing up ASAP is encouraged. If interested in participating, email Dr. Graves.

MISSION AND OUTREACH

METRO MISSION TEAM RIPPLE EFFECTS

Jeff Algie picks up the food order for Grace United Community Ministries food pantry from Price Chopper on a regular basis. While waiting on the order recently, he entered a drawing at Price Chopper and his name was pulled on 12/23 awarding him a giant bag of presents for kids! Jeff reached out to determine where the presents might be best utilized. Knowing all of our agencies had already had holiday stores for families, we decided reStart would have the most chance of last minute need. The family caseworker at reStart, Sarah welcomed the donation, knowing they will receive some families after Christmas, who most likely will not have had the holiday celebration. This is so symbolic of this amazing team that gives and gives....never a missed opportunity to provide support!  

IN THE SEASON OF GIVING...TEAM GIVES TIME

A team of volunteers helped Scraps KC this week by loading boxes from the storage unit to the van to bring to the store location to unload and organize. These hundreds of boxes contain a range of school supplies that will be sorted, reused and repurposed. Scraps KC is moving from the summer school supply drive to a year round model and moving all these boxes was a task that helped prepare for this change. If you want to learn more about Scraps or volunteer your time with this local organization, check them out HERE!

JANUARY COLLECTION CONNECTION TO SUPPORT SEWERS AND KNITTERS

The Metro Mission Team invites the donations of supplies to help our weekly gathering of sewers and knitters as they work to complete projects to support numerous agencies throughout the metro. 

Supplies needed:

• White all purpose thread, preferably Coats & Clark
• Knitting yarn suitable for winter scarves and hats

Donations can be brought on Sunday mornings or weekdays from 9am - 5pm.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

BABIES AND BREAKFAST

Saturday, January 14, 9:30-10:30

Children 3 and under, bring your family for breakfast! We will be serving pancakes and have toys available. Come meet parents with children of similar age. 

CLUB KIDS (3rd - 5th graders)

REMINDER! CLUB KIDS TEXTING UPDATES. Stay tuned with all of our activities via text reminders!

Sign up HERE.

PASTOR'S CLASS KICK-OFF FOR 6TH GRADERS

Sunday, Feb. 5, 12:15 - 1:30pm

Sixth graders (or older youth who haven’t been in Pastors’ Class) are invited to learn about the fundamentals of Christian faith while forming a sense of community with their church before choosing to be baptized or confirmed. Following kick-off, we’ll meet most Wednesdays Feb. 15 - March 29, 6:30-8:30pm. Get more info HERE.

YOUTH GROUP (Middle & High Schoolers)

YOUTH LOCK-IN!!!!

Sat., Feb. 17, 6:30pm

Middle schoolers & high schoolers are invited to an overnight full of fun, games, and more. Lots of activities will be available and we will all worship together in the 9:01 the following morning. Dismissal at 10am.



YOUTH DONUTS & DISCUSSION

Sundays at 10am,Youth Center.

Youth are invited to a weekly Sunday morning gathering including donuts (or other sweet treats) and good conversation. Youth will split up into middle school and high school groups for activities & discussion.

Consent & Release Form is required for any youth attending youth ministry events.

SUNDAY SCHOOL CONTINUES | 10 - 10:45am

• Worship & Wonder: Pre-school - 1st grade
• Footsteps in Faith: 2nd - 5th grade
• Donuts & Discussion: 6th - 12th grade

YOUNG ADULTS (Ages 20's to 30's)

SAVE THE DATES! DETAILS TO COME!

ROOTS Brunch | Sunday, Jan. 8

ROOTS Dinner & Discussion | Tuesday, Jan. 17

If you are in your 20s and 30s, take part in a variety of socials, service projects, and opportunities to study the Bible and our faith. Details at linktr.ee/cccckcroots, or @cccckcroots on Instagram.

SAVE THESE DATES

MISSOURI COLLEGIATE CHOIR TOUR TO PERFORM AT CCCC

Sunday, Jan. 15 at 4pm in the Sanctuary

A combined choral performance of University Singers from the University of Missouri and UMKC Conservatory Singers will be performing in our Sanctuary and the concert is free and open to the public.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR 2023 COMMUNITY CAMP

GET MORE INFO AT CHURCH ON JAN. 8 IN THE PARLOR!

Join families and individuals from our congregation for a week of hiking, horseback riding, fishing, crafting, relaxing and fun at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado. The group of 60-90 folks from all generations stays in a lodge with lovely mountain views and enjoys the home-cooked meals provided by volunteer chefs from our church. If you don’t like to camp but you love the mountains, this is the place for you. See the full itinerary HERE.

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

Our prayers are with the family and friends of Esther Giffin and Marie Tompkins as they grieve the death of their loved ones.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Elaine Stevenson on Saturday, December 31, 11am at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 5814 Euclid Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64130. Friends may call on the family beginning at 10am.

ELDERS and DEACONS

Please mark your calendars with these upcoming events:

ELDER / DEACONS WINTER RETREAT

Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. 8:30 - 11:30am

Featuring guest speaker, Rev. Teresa “Terri” Hord Owens who serves as the General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada. She is the first person of color and second woman to lead the denomination. Since her election in 2017, Rev. Hord Owens’ ministry actively reflects the Disciples’ priority of being an anti-racist church, being a movement for wholeness, welcoming all to the Lord’s table as God has welcomed us. Her exhortation to the church is “Let’s be the church we say we are. It is in being who we say we are that we actively bear witness to God’s limitless love for all.”  

Tues., April 11, 2023. 6 - 7pm |  Elder/Deacon Meeting

All meetings will be in the Social Hall with a Zoom option.

For information on any of these events call 816-333-4917

SUNDAY, January 1

10:30am | One Service in Sanctuary, No Sunday School

MONDAY, January 2

CHURCH CLOSED

TUESDAY, January 3

WEDNESDAY, January 4

6pm | Bell Choir Rehearsal, Room 304

7pm | Chancel Choir Rehearsal

THURSDAY, January 5

10am | Prayer Ministry Meeting, Room 303



FRIDAY, January 6

10:30am | Yoga, virtual