Weekly Word

Pentecost Sunday

June 8 is Pentecost—the “birthday” of the Church. Wear red, orange, or yellow (‘fire’ colors) for our celebration! Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka has now explored four ways the Holy Spirit liberates and frees us. Last Sunday, he spoke about how the Holy Spirit endows us with unique spiritual gifts. Find the whole sermon series on our YouTube Channel.

This Sunday is also “2nd Sunday Social” after the 9 a.m. service (Mission) and following the 9:30 a.m. service (Antioch). Stay for a bit after worship for a sweet treat and conversation!

50th Annual Ice Cream Social

1975 to 2025! The 50th annual Ice Cream Social will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday, June 27. Come for ice cream with all the fixings plus hot dogs, popcorn, games, and activities in the north parking lot. This is a free, family-friendly event—your neighbors and friends are invited, too!

Serve

Pop-up Food Packing Party – 10:45 a.m. Sunday, June 8, Antioch Campus. The Antioch mission committee, in coordination with the Village Food Pantry, has created a summer pop-up pantry benefiting Center of Grace. Stay after worship for 30 minutes to help pack boxes of food in Fellowship Hall.

Clothes Closet Question – In a bag of recently donated clothing, one of our volunteers found a large sum of cash in a pocket. While we greatly appreciate the gift, we want to make sure it was intended as a donation. If you think this might belong to you, contact Dennis Cobb.

Mission Sewing Needs Fabric – Hospitals need blankets for adults receiving chemo. Sewing is asking for cotton prints of assorted designs (a minimum of 1 yard), clean and unused. Drop off at the south entrance at the Mission Campus.

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.

40s & 50s Pickleball & Social – 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at SERV (9051 Metcalf). Join us for an afternoon of socializing and fun. Not into pickleball? No problem! There’s plenty to do and we’d love to see you. The event is free and no signup needed. Email Pastor Zach if you have questions.

adult faith formation

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. Find helpful gun safety resources and tips on our blog. Then, 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!  

music ministry

Summer Choir in July – Meet at 10 a.m. July 13, 20, and 27 in the Mission Campus Chapel to rehearse an easy anthem for the 11 a.m. worship service. You will sit with the congregation during the service. All are welcome.

Pastoral care & Counseling

Faith & Grief – Noon this 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.

Need some help in the yard or with a meal? Helping Hands is here to help with short-term needs like mowing, weeding, and simple household tasks. (This is not an ongoing assistance program.) Contact Linda Alley at 913-671-2327 (Mission Campus) or Lisa Harrison at 913-681-8180 (Antioch Campus).

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, performances, speakers, and more. 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 kids’ activities or set-up and takedown? Contact Charlotte Davison.

young adults

Theology on Tap – 6 p.m. tonight (June 3). Join us for a good beer and great conversation! We’ll gather at Brew Lab in Overland Park for fellowship and theological questions. Appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks provided.

Prom – 7-9 p.m. Friday, June 27. Wear whatever makes you feel fancy and join us at Greenwood Social Hall (1750 Belleview Ave., KC, MO) for Young Adult Prom! Snacks provided, cash bar available. Open to anyone in their 20s and 30s. Tickets are $25; sign up HERE.

YOUTH Ministry

It’s Youth Week! Check out all that’s planned for middle- and high-school kids this week and beyond on our site! Summer programs begin June 8.

green tip of the week:

Evergy’s electricity rates are highest between 4-8 p.m. June-September. Avoid using the dishwasher, washing machine or dryer, or charging your EV during those times. You’ll save energy and money. *Village Presbyterian Church is a certified Earth Care Congregation.