Weekly Word

Prayer Vigil this Saturday

We invite you to join your pastors for a Prayer Vigil for our nation this Saturday, Jan. 31 in the chapel at our Mission Campus between 4-7 p.m. Drop by when you can. We will be here praying with you. From 5-5:30 p.m., there will be a brief service of prayer and music. If you cannot join us in person, we invite you to take time to pray wherever you are in the words of the Psalmist who sings in Psalm 5:

Listen to my words, O Lord; attend to my sighing.

Listen to the sound of my cry, my Sovereign and my God, for to you I pray.

For you are not a God who delights in wickedness; evil will not sojourn with you.

But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy.

Spread your protection over them, so that those who love your name may exult in you.

A new way to give

Your generosity is how we’re able to expand our reach and keep the lights on. We are excited to announce that there will be a new way to give at Village. We will begin to transition to a new giving platform, Pushpay, in late February, which will make giving simple—whether it is a one-time gift or recurring donations, including mobile and online options. More info coming soon!

Engage, Grow, Celebrate

Village for Gun Sense – The Kansas Legislature is back in session and Village for Gun Sense encourages you educate yourself and let legislators know that you care about children and gun safety. Kansas has three bills ready to move in the House Committee on Federal and State Affairs. Learn more about the bills and how you can voice your support in this blog post. Thank you.

Understanding Life on the Border – 9:30-11:30 a.m. this Saturday, Jan. 31, Friendship Hall (Mission Campus). Rev. Mark Adams, of Frontera de Cristo, will share stories of the work on both sides of the border near Douglas, Arizona and Agua Prieta, Sonora. This will be a morning of insight and inspiration for all who share God’s concerns for our immigrant neighbors. Please register HERE.

New Member Luncheon – noon-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, Room 232 (Mission Campus). Interested in becoming a member of Village Church? Email Carol Solenberger to RSVP.

Serve

Souper Bowl Sunday – The Seattle Seahawks will face off against the New England Patriots on Feb. 8. Score big for the Village Food Pantry, and our neighbors in need, by donating hearty soups and crackers all month! Thank you. Read more about this long-standing tradition HERE.

Working-Lunch Weekdays – The Antioch facilities committee is looking for volunteers to help on occasional Thursdays to tidy up drawers, cabinets, and closets. Pizza and salad provided; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Many hands make light work! Let Lisa Harrison know if you can help out.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Village U: The Long Hatred; Understanding Antisemitism – 6:15-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Room 132 (Mission Campus). Hear from Jessica Rockhold, executive director of the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education and Rabbi David Levinsky of New Reform Temple. Register HERE.

Village U: The Heart of Activism – 7-9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Room 126 (Mission Campus). Sami Aaron, the Resilient Activist, will help us visualize what draws people to environmental justice and share ways to support one’s emotional well-being in the midst of ecological grief and anxiety.

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Preschool Enrollment – January is when we begin enrollment for the fantastic preschools on our Mission and Antioch Campuses for fall 2026. Questions? Contact director Sarah McKee at Mission and Paula Benefiel at Antioch.

music ministry

St. Olaf College Choir – 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, Sanctuary (Mission Campus). Composed of 75 mixed voices, the St. Olaf Choir, conducted by Anton Armstrong, is hailed as one of the nation’s premier a cappella ensembles. Tickets are $40 or $10 for students; available to purchase HERE. You can also learn more by watching this YouTube video.

2nd Thursday Recital featuring Bonny & Trent Green, soprano and tenor – 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Mission Campus Chapel. Please join us for a noontime recital with a short reception afterward in the Welcome Center to meet the artists. Free admission.

Pastoral carE

Faith and Grief – noon Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Visitation Catholic Church. Sue Ellermeier shares her and her family’s experiences during the short illness and death of her husband. Register HERE.

Widowers’ Support Group Meets Thursdays – If your spouse has died or is living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you are not alone. Listen, share, and find fellowship with other men who are walking the same path. Meetings are every Thursday at 9 a.m. in Room 132 at the Mission Campus.

Presbyterian Women

Mahjong Mondays – The next dates are: Feb. 9 (Mission Campus) and Feb. 16 (Antioch Campus) from 6:30-8 p.m.

YOUng Adults

Y.A.M. (Young Adult Ministry) Nights are Back – All 20s and 30s are invited to join us every Wednesday as we gather, play games, study Scripture, and celebrate one another. Let’s eat dinner at 5:30 p.m. in Friendship Hall, then head to the Young Adult Room for programming at 6:15 p.m.

youth ministry

Village U: Summer Strategies for College Admissions – 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, Room 132 (Mission Campus). Vicki Petersen, VP College Consulting, will work with 9-12th grade students and their parents to design meaningful, authentic summers that you’ll enjoy, while helping you grow and strengthen your college applications. Register HERE.

All Youth Super Bowl Party – 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, Youth Loft (Mission Campus). All youth are invited to come watch the first half of the Super Bowl! Enjoy food, games, and plenty of space to hang out with friends.

40s & 50s ministry

Trivia Night – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28. Flex your trivia muscles with Village Church friends at Charlie Hooper’s (12 West 63^rd Street, Kansas City, MO).

green tip of the week:

Mind the thermostat settings. Keeping your system at a steady temp—ideally between 68-70 degrees when you’re home—prevents unnecessary cycling.