Weekly Word

“Holy Spirit: The Liberator” sermon series

In this sermon series leading up to Pentecost (June 8), Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka will explore four ways the Holy Spirit liberates and frees us. Find the series on our YouTube Channel.

New Wi-Fi password! Beginning Tuesday, May 20, we are updating our Wi-Fi equipment across our campuses, which means the next time you are in our buildings, you will need to change the password in your phones or other devices. There will be signage galore to aid you in this process—thanks to Andrew Krenzel, our help desk specialist. Thank you for your cooperation.

Serve

Food Pantry & Clothes Closet – Like to greet and talk to people? Are you comfortable using a computer? We are in need of front-desk volunteers. One shift is for Saturday mornings, so if weekdays don’t work for you, this is your chance! Contact Dennis Cobb at the Food Pantry.

Have an Old Computer? Donate your old computer to Village! A team refurbishes and wipes them and then donates them to local organizations. You can drop them off at the Mission Campus or the Food Pantry.

Engage, Grow, and Celebrate

Village Golf – 8:30 a.m., Monday, June 16 at Adams Pointe in Blue Springs, Missouri. Green fee with cart and a warm-up bucket of balls is $49. Email Brad Steil if you would like to play.

adult faith formation

Antioch Men’s Breakfast – 8 a.m., this Saturday, May 24 (coffee and breakfast from 8-9 a.m. and program at 9 a.m.). Ryan Speed, LMSW, from Prairie Sky Counseling Center will address men’s mental health. Dr. Aaron Redburn will facilitate. Invite a friend! There is a sign-up in the Narthex.

Men’s Prayer Gathering & Breakfast – 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, Heritage Dining Room (230). $7 donation. Jim Marshall will present on last year’s Civil Rights Pilgrimage to Alabama. Join us for food and fellowship!

Village for Gun Sense invites the congregation to honor victims of gun violence by attending the National Gun Violence Awareness ‘Wear Orange‘ Rally Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m., at Harmon Park in Prairie Village. On Sunday, June 8 show your support by wearing orange to church and adding to prayer walls at both campuses.

Children & Family Ministry

Serve Together – We do Vacation Bible School (VBS) a little different here. It is designed for the entire family—parents, grandparents, little and big kids alike! We eat, learn, and serve together for three Wednesday evenings: June 4, 11, and 18. We work alongside local nonprofits—and explore what it means to love God’s people. Learn more and sign up HERE!  

international mission

Want to Support our Kenya Trip? Funds are needed to help cover the cost of a free, three-day medical clinic during our June trip to Thwake, Kenya. We are almost 65% funded! About 1,500 men, women, and children with little or no access to medical care will be served. Donate HERE.

music ministry

Te Deum presents “Harmony of Connections” – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 31, in the Mission Campus Sanctuary. Tickets may be purchased HERE.

Pastoral care & Counseling

Home communion offered Sunday, June 1 – If you’re interested, or know someone who’d like to receive home communion, let us know so we can make arrangements. Email Linda or call 913-671-2327. If you are a deacon or elder who would like to occasionally volunteer, please reach out to Desiree Keyes.

Faith & Grief – Noon on Wednesday, June 4, at Tighe Hall at Visitation Catholic Church. Nancy Schorgl will talk about her niece’s accidental death. Small group discussion follows her presentation and lunch is provided. Register HERE.

social justice

5th Annual Prairie Village Juneteenth Celebration – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 7 in Franklin Park. New this year is a free BBQ lunch (from noon to 1 p.m.). Enjoy fun activities for kids, music, dance, speakers, and offerings from Black-owned vendors. Sponsored by: STAND-Up for Black Lives+ PV, Prairie Village Diversity Committee, Johnson County NAACP, Village Presbyterian Church, and Hillcrest Covenant Church. Could you help with games or kids’ activities for an hour or set-up and takedown? Contact Charlotte Davison.

young adults

College Ministry Dinner – 5:15 p.m. Sunday, June 1. Calling all college-aged students! If you’re one year or more out of high school, you are invited to the Young Adult room after the Gathering for a good meal and meaningful community.

Theology on Tap – 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 3. Join us for a good beer and great conversation! We’ll gather at Brew Lab in Overland Park for fellowship and a theological question to guide our time together. Appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks provided.

YOUTH Ministry

Intern Meet & Greet – 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, Youth Loft (Room 332/333) – Youth and parents, come meet this year’s summer interns! Our three interns start on Tuesday, May 27 and they are excited to meet you. And yes, there will be snacks!

Summer Trips and Youth Week – Check out all that’s planned for middle- and high-school kids this summer on our site!

green tip of the week:

Use both sides of paper. Set your printer’s default option to print double-sided—and when you’re finished with your documents, don’t forget to recycle. *Village Presbyterian Church is a certified Earth Care Congregation.