Weekly Update from Pastor Adam - June 23, 2023
THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP – “GENEROSITY: GOD’S ECONOMY”
By the way, if you have missed church the last few weeks, you’ve missed out on meaningful worship and some terrific sermons. You can find the sermons from the
Becoming Better series here.RESURRECTION RUMMAGE SALE JULY 13 – 14
It’s that time of year! Gather your donations, sign up to volunteer, and get ready for the ultimate summer shopping experience – the Resurrection Rummage Sale is July 13 – 14 from 9 am to 6 pm in the Resurrection Leawood Foundry (5001 W. 137th St.). We need volunteers to work shifts between July 9 and 15, helping sort, tag, and sell. And, we need donations – specifically: furniture, children’s clothing, framed art, lamps, patio/outdoor furniture, and bicycles. Proceeds from the sale, a project of United Women of Faith, go to support Resurrection’s Foster Adopt Ministry. Here is the link to learn more.
YOUNG ADULT AND COLLEGE GATHERING JULY 22
If you’re a young adult or college student, we’d like to invite you to make plans to join us on July 22 from 6 – 9 pm at Resurrection West (24000 W. Valley Pkwy., Olathe, KS) for a Young Adult and College Gathering. Speakers include Pastor Bill Gepford, Resurrection West’s location pastor, and keynote speaker Wayne Simien, Assistant Athletic Director at KU, and former KU basketball player. This is a fantastic opportunity to gather with other young adults and college students for a night of worship, community and fun. You’ll enjoy ice cream sundaes, s’mores and an inspiring message. Cost is $20, and you can find out more here.
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION WITH ST. JAMES UMC TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JUNE 24
The St. James UMC and Resurrection Juneteenth Celebration, presented by the Allies for Racial Justice, is this Saturday, June 24, at 5 pm at St. James UMC, 5540 Wayne Ave., KCMO. Doors open at 4:30 pm for this joyful and inspiring free event that is family-friendly and open to all members of the community. The event will be filled with music, art, poetry, and dancing, all in celebration of the rich African American culture. Registration is not required, but we’d appreciate it if you let us know you’re coming. Here’s the link.
ENNEAGRAM WORKSHOP WITH SUZANNE STABILE BEGINS TONIGHT
You can still register to join us for the Enneagram workshop this weekend with Suzanne Stabile, a well-known Enneagram expert and author. The workshop will be in our Leawood Sanctuary as well as online, with sessions Friday, June 23, 6 – 9 pm (with optional dinner from 5 – 6 pm) and Saturday, June 24, 9 am – 4 pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about the nine Enneagram types and how you can use that knowledge to have healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Here’s the link to learn more and register. When you register, you’ll receive the instructions for joining online.
VESPERS TO TAKE A TWO-WEEK HIATUS
There will be no vespers this coming Tuesday night as LaVon and I are taking a two-day road trip. The following Tuesday is the 4th of July, and we’ll be enjoying a cookout and fireworks with friends. Vespers will return on July 11!
As always, I’m so very proud and grateful to be your senior pastor!
Adam
Adam Hamilton
Resurrection Senior Pastor
Reverend Adam Hamilton is the senior pastor of Church of the Resurrection and the author of 22 books. He has been married to LaVon since 1982, and she has been a critical partner in every dimension of Adam’s work. They have two daughters and one granddaughter.
Adam’s writings are known for helping readers make sense of challenging theological questions, exploring the significance of the biblical stories, and equipping Christian leaders to be more effective in their work. He earned his MDiv from Perkins School of Theology and graduated with honors from Oral Roberts University with a degree in Pastoral Ministry.
