Weekly Update from Pastor Adam - June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026

Dear Resurrection Family,

As I’ve shared with you many times, each morning as I awaken, I slip out of bed and onto my knees to begin my day in prayer. This morning as I prayed, I looked at LaVon, still asleep, and gave thanks that 44 years ago this afternoon, she said, “I will” and “I do.” That day, we pledged to love and cherish one another until we are parted by death. She is my best friend, my closest companion, my partner in ministry and in life, and I love her more today than ever. Resurrection would never have been possible were it not for her partnership.

Summer starts this weekend at Resurrection, and we’ve got a lot of exciting things happening in worship, in fun fellowship events, and in mission and service! As I’m out of the pulpit for the summer, I’m excited to be able to worship at our various locations, something I otherwise seldom get to do. Here’s a bit of what’s coming up at Resurrection…

THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP: A BEAUTIFUL GAME, A BEAUTIFUL LIFE

The world calls soccer “The Beautiful Game.” As Kansas City prepares to host visitors from across the globe for the World Cup, we’ll spend four weeks focusing on what soccer reveals about following Jesus. This weekend, Pastor Scott Chrostek will kick off the series exploring the importance of practice, perseverance and discipline as we learn from the stories of some of the greatest soccer legends.

Pastor Penny Ellwood will be preaching at Blue Springs as she prepares for her retirement – thank you, Penny, for your 17 years of ministry at Resurrection and your leadership of Resurrection Blue Springs these last 15 years.

This is going to be a fun four-week series as we tap into the energy of this global game and discover how this beautiful game can lead us toward a beautiful life. Invite a friend to join us!

WELCOME RESURRECTION SUMMER INTERNS

Through a generous donation from our congregation, Resurrection welcomes interns each summer to work alongside our ministry staff. These college students gain valuable experience and grow in their faith, but they also bring energy and fresh ideas to our ministries.

Our 14 summer interns this year, with their schools and ministry areas are: Aidan Steenkamp, Kansas State, IT; Bethany Wilkie, University of Arkansas, Marketing; Clara Burdick, Missouri State, Student Ministry; Coleman Strom, Arizona State, Student Ministry; Elizabeth Starr, Kansas State, Recovery Ministry; Gracyn Haney, University of Kansas, Student Ministry; Jared Galema, Morehead State, Student Ministry; Liv Kirkpatrick, Johnson County Community College, Modern Worship; Phoenix Walden, University of Kansas, Tech Production; Reese Prichard, University of Kansas, Early Learning Center; Taylor Gerard, University of Missouri, Marketing and Communications; Tes Walker, Metropolitan Community College Longview, Adult Discipleship; Wyatt Davidson, Nebraska Wesleyan, Student Ministry; and Claire Boyette, University of Kansas, Connections and Care. Here’s a picture of the interns, with Pastor Bill Gepford and Michelle Kirby, who lead the intern program. If you see the interns around the church, welcome and encourage them.

COMMUNITY MAKEOVER UNDERWAY AT THE HUB ARGENTINE

Work began yesterday at our Community Makeover at The Hub, a community gathering place in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas. The Hub is having a tremendous impact on the community through facilities providing a community market, clothing pantry, community garden and a commercial kitchen. Resurrection members are coming alongside the community to help refresh and strengthen the spaces that make it all possible. This annual summer project is a great way to have fun working alongside other Resurrection friends and community members and be part of something really special. Invite someone to join you and sign up here to help this week. I’ll be stopping by on Saturday afternoon between other events.

AMERICAN PUBLIC SQUARE PROGRAM ON THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

As the country prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, there are a lot of great programs and events happening across the country. American Public Square is hosting a program on Thursday, June 18, at 6 pm at Johnson County Community College. A nationally respected panel of historians and scholars will examine the legacy of the Declaration of Independence and offer a constructive report card on American democracy, 250 years in the making. “Self-Evident Truths” will be a thoughtful and informative program, and you can attend in person and virtually. You can learn more and register here.

CELEBRATING THE WORLD CUP IN KC

One final thing: if you’re downtown for any of the World Cup events, check out the new murals at Resurrection Downtown that welcome soccer fans to Kansas City. Below is the mural on 1601 Grand, and there’s also one at 1522 McGee. It’s exciting to have so many visitors in Kansas City, and I hope we can welcome them to worship at Resurrection.

As I take some time away this summer, I know you, Resurrection, will continue doing what you’ve done so well for the past 36 years – growing in your faith while you love and serve our community.

In Christ’s love,

Adam

PS: I’ve been having problems with my cell phone for the last three weeks, and most of my text messages (as near as I can tell, those sent from Apple phones) have not come through. If you have texted me and not heard back, I’m working with Apple to resolve the issue

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.

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Weekly Update from Pastor Adam - June 5, 2026

THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP: A BEAUTIFUL GAME, A BEAUTIFUL LIFE

WELCOME RESURRECTION SUMMER INTERNS

COMMUNITY MAKEOVER UNDERWAY AT THE HUB ARGENTINE

AMERICAN PUBLIC SQUARE PROGRAM ON THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

CELEBRATING THE WORLD CUP IN KC

Adam Hamilton

Resurrection Senior Pastor

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