Weekly Word
Virtue, authority, and other words of faith
Rev. Tom Are, Jr., our former senior pastor preached eloquently last Sunday, July 5 (the day after our nation celebrated 250 years of independence) about virtue, the pursuit of happiness, and the difference between power and authority. At the Antioch Campus, Rev. Alice Whitson preached on the word “pursuit.” If you missed Rev. Are’s sermon, which brought the congregation to their feet, find it on our YouTube Channel, here on our website, download the podcast, or read the transcript.
Music-themed Summer Social this Sunday
We invite everyone to worship at 10 a.m. this Sunday, July 12, at the Mission Campus and to stay for a special, music-themed Summer Social following the service. First, Rev. Dr. Diane Janssen Hemmen will preach on the word “transfiguration.” Then, head to Friendship Hall to play “Name That Tune,” with songs for the whole family. A bonus: There will be prizes!
Serve
Serve a Meal at Cross-Lines – Every month, Village Church serves a meal to 100-150 people at the Cross-Lines Kitchen. Join us this Friday, July 10, to serve lunch to our neighbors in need. Learn more and sign up HERE.
Wildwood Camp Welcome Wagon – 7:45-9:30 a.m. July 13 and 20. There are several local sites where parents drop off their kids to take the bus to Wildwood Summer Camp—one of the nonprofits that receives mission funds from Village Church. Our task is to be a friendly presence at the drop-off site, so parents know they are in the right spot and kids receive a warm smile. All ages welcome (great for families). Sign up HERE.
Operation Breakthrough – For one hour each week, help tutor kids at Operation Breakthrough. Volunteers work one-on-one to assist children with literacy and mathematics. Email Charlotte Davison with questions and to volunteer.
Thank you from Front Porch Alliance! On June 27, we packed about 300 resource bags, consisting of laundry soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, and other products. Village Church members also donated about 30 bikes in June. Front Porch got so many they moved them to a large storage container (see photos below)! They are so grateful for the response and support. In July and August, we will start collecting books aimed at students aged 18 and younger.
Engage, Grow, Celebrate
Village for Gun Sense – We will meet at the Antioch Campus on Monday, July 13 at 2 p.m. in the newly remodeled Fellowship Hall. Questions? Contact Jan Zimmerman.
Retired Pastors Gathering & Luncheon – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 24 (Mission Campus). Calling all retired pastors and their spouses: Heartland Presbytery invites you to gather for lunch, presentations, connection, and updates from across the church. Register HERE so they know how many people to expect.
Village U: Men’s Breakfast Gathering – 8-9 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, Room 230 (Mission Campus). Enjoy breakfast and fellowship while we learn about Village’s mission partners from Rev. Zach Walker. Suggested donation is $8. Pay in person or online when you register.
Seniors Afternoon – 1 p.m. Friday, July 31, Room 230 (Mission Campus). Enjoy games and social time with other seniors. Bring your own board games, learn to play canasta, and spread the word! Questions? Email Deana Petty.
Theology Beer Camp 2026 – 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8–Saturday, Oct. 10 at Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, MO. Theology Beer Camp is a unique three-day conference that brings together theology nerds and craft beer for intellectual engagement, community building, and fun. Read more and register HERE.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Freddy’s fundraiser tonight – 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, Freddy’s (10690 Roe Ave.). Treat yourself to Freddy’s for dinner or for custard and 15% of your order goes to Village’s Child & Family Development Center (CFDC)! At checkout, tell them you are there for the fundraiser or use promo code GIVEBACK if using the mobile app. Thank you!
Work with us! We are looking for a person to serve as Child Care Weekend Lead at Mission Campus. This person will provide supervision, direction, and coordination of our weekend and evening childcare programs, as well as hiring and evaluating all weekend and evening childcare staff. Find more information HERE.
Looking for preschool options for the fall? One of south Overland Park’s longest-running preschools (35 years!) has space available. We’re enrolling children ages 2.5 through pre-K at Village on Antioch’s half-day preschool. Call director, Paula Benefiel, at 913-681-1906 to arrange a tour or find more info HERE.
Congregational CARE
Grief Support – 6 p.m. tonight Tuesday, July 7. This support group is facilitated by Prairie Sky Counseling Center on the first Tuesday of each month in Room 232 (Mission Campus). You will find a compassionate, confidential space where you can listen, share, and heal. All are welcome.
music ministry
Sing with our Summer Choir: Sundays July 12, 19, and 26. Rehearsal begins at 9 a.m. in the Mission Campus Chapel to learn the morning’s anthem together. We will sing from the chancel steps. No robes, no folders. New singers welcome!
First Presbyterian Church Choir – 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25, Misson Campus Sanctuary. The First Presbyterian Church of Davenport, Iowa Choir will perform their summer concert tour program. A free-will offering will benefit Covenant Network.
Presbyterian women
Summer Book Club Concludes – 6:30 p.m. tonight Tuesday, July 7 in Room 8 (Mission Campus). We are reading “The Next Right Thing,” by Emily P. Freeman to learn simple, soulful practices for making life decisions.
Mahjong Mondays – 6:30-8 p.m. July 13 (Mission Campus, Room 230) and July 20 (Antioch Campus, multipurpose room). All skill levels are invited to play on second Mondays.
youth ministry
Weekly youth offerings through July 29:
- Post-Gathering Gathering (All Youth) – Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m. We’ll meet at the South entrance and walk to the Village Shops for dinner and conversation. Students may buy or bring dinner.
- Middle School Mondays – Mondays, 7-9 p.m. with different programming/activities each week.
- High School Hangouts – Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. with different programming/activities each week.
- All Youth Service Days – Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Each week, we’ll partner with a local organization to serve and support our community. Most projects are off-site (we will provide transportation).
green tip of the week
Shop local. Consider shopping at farmers’ markets. Transporting food from far away to grocery stores (and keeping it cool to prevent spoiling) uses lots of energy.
Worship Times
MISSION CAMPUS: *SUMMER SCHEDULE: 10 a.m. (Sanctuary) and 4 p.m. (Friendship Hall) Sundays
ANTIOCH CAMPUS: 10 a.m. Sundays
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