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NEW KITCHEN UPDATE

To show our appreciation and gratitude to the congregation for their contributions and patience during the kitchen remodel process, several members of the Property Management Team and the Kitchen Committee recently purchased and donated the following items for the new kitchen.
 
2 each 6" Classic Henckels Chef knives
drawer organizers
2 large and 2 small cutting boards
2 each 3-quart and 2 each 5-quart mixing bowls
box grater
colander
spatula set
2 sets large tongs
2 sets small tongs
2 vegetable peelers
measuring spoons
glass measuring cups
2 large jelly roll pans
 
And, coming soon...two sizes of new porcelain coffee mugs for the Schneeberger coffee station.
 
In addition, the remodeling duo of Frank Rounds and Bob Fowler spent the last few weeks updating the dingy, dark, and cave-like downstairs kitchen. To date, the rusted-out chest freezer was relocated to the dumpster along with the old cabinets, sink, and faucet. Frank installed new flooring, and thanks to Bob, the ceiling and walls received a fresh coat of paint (no more screaming yellow walls!). 
 
Last week, they installed a new cabinet, sink, and faucet. A new microwave is in place and a coffee bar cart is on order. The refrigerator is Clorox clean and the light fixture is shining bright once again. Together they finalized the project by installing new rubber base molding. 
 
We are so thankful for your hard work, Frank and Bob—and for our wonderful congregation!
 
Sincerely,
The Property Management Team and Kitchen Committee

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NOTE:
We are all enjoying the new kitchen. When using the kitchen, please make sure the oven and stove are turned off when you leave. We have already had two incidents where a burner or the oven have been left on. We don't want to keep the kitchen locked, but may have to if the issue continues. Thanks for your help!
HOLY WEEK STATIONS

During Holy Week, stop by the Wesley room to reflect on the Seven Last Words of Jesus. These stations will be available for you to visit on:

April 10, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
April 11 and 12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
April 13, 9 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
April 14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and 6:30–8:30 p.m.
April 15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
EASTER EGG HUNT
Sunday, April 10 | 11:30 a.m.

Our children’s Easter Egg Hunt will be on Palm Sunday after the 10:30 service. We will have lunch, activities, and an egg hunt. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to join us! Please RSVP to Mary.Clow@lenexaumc.org to help us plan. If you're able to provide donations of individually wrapped candy, please bring them to the church office by Sunday, April 3. Thank you!
MAUNDY THURSDAY WORSHIP
Monday, April 14 | 7:00 p.m.

Join us in reflecting on the Last Supper through Maundy Thursday worship on April 14 in the Sanctuary and online.
UMCOR RELIEF FUND FOR UKRAINE

You can support the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)’s humanitarian response in Ukraine by giving to the UMCOR International Disaster Response and Recovery through Advance #982450. 100% of donations go to response efforts. You may give in the offering plate or online at lenexaumc.org/give.
PASTOR EZEKIEL OUT OF TOWN

Pastor Ezekiel is in Kenya until March 25. If you have any pastoral needs while he is out of town, contact Rev. Jan Hayen, who will be serving as the pastor on call, at jchayen@everestkc.net or (913) 832-9221.
IN-PERSON WORSHIP
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In-person worship takes place in the sanctuary at 9 and 10:30 a.m.


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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MARCH 27
4th Sunday In Lent
"The Church of Antioch is a Role Model"
Acts 13:1–5

While God hasn’t given us a model of a church to copy, he has given us a model church to emulate. The Holy Spirit encourages us to emulate the model church of Antioch as we faithfully worship and pray, generously support mission work, and whole-heartedly encourage our (divinely) called workers.

Pastor Ezekiel preaching.
UMCOR SUNDAY
For more than 50 years, United Methodist congregations have been taking part in a special offering, laying the foundation for the United Methodist Committee on Relief’s ministry of relief and hope. UMCOR’s work of alleviating human suffering around the world includes disaster relief and supplies, disaster risk reduction, health, and humanitarian development.

Gifts to the UMCOR Sunday offering (formerly One Great Hour of Sharing) cover UMCOR's costs of doing business. This helps UMCOR keep the promise that 100 percent of any gift to a specific UMCOR project will go toward that project, not administrative costs. The UMCOR Sunday offering is the primary funding stream for the administrative costs of UMCOR.

Because of UMCOR Sunday, when you give in response to disasters or humanitarian crisis such as the one in Ukraine, you can be assured that one hundred percent of the money you designate goes toward people in need.

You may give to UMCOR Sunday in the offering plate or online at lenexaumc.org/give.
ongoing events & announcements
FOOD PANTRY

The food pantry is in need of toiletries (men’s and women’s deodorant, toothpaste, single toothbrushes. body wash, shampoo, bar soap), as well as laundry detergent, saltine crackers, minute rice, and brownie mix.

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

As Spiritual Bootcamp continues, we continue to grow in our personal relationships with God through renewing spiritual practices individually, in small groups, and churchwide.

Lent is here, and it's a great time to join a small group! 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.
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

10:30 AM:
Dashers: Asbury Room
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 WITH FISKE MILES
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.

This Thursday:

  • Matthew – 24
  • Mark – 12
  • Luke – 19,20
  • John – 14,15

Email Fiske Miles for more information. We hope you can join us!
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.
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.
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Office Hours: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Monday–Friday
Church Office Phone: (913) 888–5600

Preschool Office Phone: (913) 888–6300