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While we have had a good year of giving, we presently have a year-to-date shortfall.
After calculating our giving from this past Sunday, we have
$144,186
remaining to meet our 2016 Budget. Please pray that we reach our goal of covering all of St. James' 2016 expenses. If you have not yet given a year-end gift, pray about how God might want to use you to help us finish the year strong. Please specify Christmas gift on your offering envelope.
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Christmas Day Worship
will be Sunday, December 25th at 9 a.m. at the Paseo Campus and 10:30 a.m. at the Renaissance Campus.
Family Fun Night!
Everyone is invited to an evening of food, fun, fellowship, games and music Wednesday, December 28th from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Campus. There will be something for everyone!
New Year's Day Worship will be
Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 9 a.m. at the Paseo Campus and
10:30 a.m. at Renaissance Campus.
Praise Bowl.
Dr. Cleaver will be one of the guest preachers during Pleasant Green Baptist Church's annual "Praise Bowl". The Praise Team will join him on Monday, January 2nd at Noon. Pleasant Green is located at 340 David L. Gray Drive in Kansas City, KS. Come out and support our Pastor as he delivers a Word from on High.
Guest Preacher. Sunday, January 8th at 8:00 a.m. only, Rev. Dr. Marvin A. McMickle will be guest preacher. Dr. McMickle is currently the President, Professor of Church Leadership, and Director of the Program of Black Church Studies at Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School. He is a distinguished church leader and theological educator, and one of the most respected preachers in the nation. Celebrated jazz musician, Max Groove, will be a musical guest for this special worship service.
2017 Theme. God is always present and active in our lives and in the world. Moreover, we need to find a way, with God, through the wilderness, rivers and deserts of life. That's why the teaching emphasis theme for 2017 is "A New Beginning", read Isaiah 43:19.
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January 8th is Consecration Sunday. All Church Council members, NLDT members and Ministry Leaders will be consecrated before the congregation during the 8:00 a.m.
and 11:00 a.m. at the Paseo Campus and 10:00 a.m. at the Renaissance Campus, worship celebrations.
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HeBrews Fellowship.
Will resume again in the fall. Individuals, ministries or groups wishing to sponsor a fellowship, contact Lisa Hardwick at 816-305-6699 or lwhardwick@gmail.com.
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Disciple Fast Track - Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study.
Have you wanted to study the Bible, but felt you didn't have time for a 34 week study? Well, t
his study for folks with busy lives is
just for you. This 12 session of the New Testament is ideal for those wanting a comprehensive study in a short period of time. Class begins Tuesday, January 10th at 6:15 p.m. at the Paseo Campus. Contact Royce Turner, class facilitator, at 816-372-6069. Order your book at www.cokesbury.com or visit your local bookstore
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Senior Fitness & Bible Study.
Join us at the Paseo Campus every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for light to moderate exercise done from the comfort of a chair! A trained fitness expert will guide you through exercises that help strengthen you, and the fellowship will help motivate you. Then, stay for Senior Bible Study from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and get strengthened in the spirit! Feel free to bring a dish and join us in the potluck lunch following our study time.
Month of Prayer. On Friday, December 30th at 12 p.m. join us at the church to end the year with prayer and begin the New Year on a spiritual high through Prayer Time. Please continue in prayer, Monday thru Friday at 6 am on the prayer line 530-881-1212, code 293680996, and noon at the church or on the prayer line.
Bible Study at Renaissance. Tuesday night is Community Night at the Renaissance Campus! Bring the family out for food & fellowship! Yes, there will be a word as well - a timely message to boost your work week. There will be something for children & teens, too. Come out & get to know your church family!
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Christian Sympathy
is extended to Glendoria Stewart at the passing of her mother, Mable Lee Sanders Ford.
Acknowledgements
were received from
Leonard and Pat Frye.
Servants Needed.
Congregational Care Ministers (CCMs)
are trained lay
"The Encouragement Card" Initiative.
In today's digital world, the simple act of sending a greeting card has become a rare act of care and kindness. Receiving cards makes people feel special and loved.
We are excited to announce the resumption of the "Encouragement Card" initiative. Beginning on the First Sunday of 2017 and each Sunday thereafter, you are invited to
bring a get well or encouragement card for persons on the prayer list to the church. Please "print" the person's first & last name on the envelope, along with your return address. Sign your name on the card and feel free to add some words of encouragement. The cards can be dropped in the "Encouragement Card" box in the hallway outside the sanctuary - next to the prayer box. If you would like a name added to the prayer list, please contact Pastor Valentine at lvalentine@stjamesumc.com or the church office at 816-444-5588.
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NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES
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Movie Party. RESCHEDULED
All children are invited to a FREE afternoon of fun Saturday, January 7 from 12 p.m. -3 p.m. Join us for lunch, holiday crafts and popcorn & a movie (The Secret Life of Pets). Children under age five must be accompanied by an adult. This event is sponsored by the Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.
Little Vessel Ushers.
Children ages 5-11 serve as ushers every 3rd Sunday during 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship. No experience needed - on the job training is provided. The uniform is a white button down shirt and black slacks or skirt. Contact Brenda Sylvan at 816-942-4258.
Scouting Ministry
- Cub Scouts (Grades 1-5) will meet every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Kidz Kingdom. Meetings will resume Jan. 3, 2017.
- Boy Scouts (Ages 11-18) have a new meeting date and time - each Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Kidz Kingdom. Contact Roosevelt Braxton at 816-305-2656.
- Girl Scouts (Grades K-12) meet on selected Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact Carmellya Anderson at canderson@marc.org or 816-809-5428.
- Adult Volunteers. Committed adults are always needed to participate. Training is required and provided at no cost. Contact one of the adults listed above to get started.
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Thank you to the congregation for their generous donations, Fishes and Loaves volunteers and staff who participated in the annual St. James UMC "Christmas Food Distribution". Volunteers braved the weather and opened the doors twice to lift up families in need during this Christmas season.
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Missouri State MLK Celebration - Saturday, January. 14 @ 6:30 p.m.
Special Church-wide Meeting - Saturday, January. 28 @ 10 a.m.
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Cooks and Cashiers.
LJA Associates has immediate openings located at KCI Airport. Contact Tracy Lewis at 816-448-1180 or Louise Arterbery at 816-591-3875 for more information.
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St. James United Methodist Church | info@stjamesumc.com
816-444-5588 | www.stjamesumc.com
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