Weekly Word
Words of Faith
“God’s glory is not only evident in the moment when Jesus shines in light, but also in the darkness of the cloud. God chooses to be made known. God is abundantly present not only on mountaintops, but equally so on the rugged, dusty, gravel-in-your-shoes roads it takes to get there and to keep going onward.” –Rev. Dr. Diane Janssen Hemmen
Trans•fig•ur•ation (noun) – a complete change of form or appearance into a more beautiful or spiritual state. Rev. Dr. Diane Janssen Hemmen and Rev. Anna Owens both preached last Sunday on the word, “transfiguration.” Find Pastor Diane’s sermon on our YouTube Channel, here on our website, or download the podcast. We hope to see you again in worship in-person or online this Sunday. Pastor Diane will preach on ‘forgiveness’ at the Mission Campus and Rev. Anna Owens will preach on ‘orthodoxy’ at our Antioch Campus.
‘Here for Good’ Project Updates
Construction noise is the new norm at both campuses and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Our Antioch Sanctuary is undergoing substantial work—building a more accessible chancel, installing new carpet, reupholstering pews, and improving lighting and A/V capabilities. The solar panels are installed and will be operational soon. These renovations are the next phase of the projects made possible through our Here for Good Capital Campaign. Thank you to all donors; your generosity is helping make safe our gathering and worship spaces and allowing us to be better stewards of God’s creation.
Serve
Sock Drive for Olathe Schools – At the Antioch Campus, we are collecting new socks for the 350+ home-insecure students (Pre-K through 12th-grade) in the Olathe School District. Please purchase and deliver socks to church on or before Sunday, July 19. If you are interested in sorting and distributing them on Thursday, July 30, email Lisa Kelley. Thank you!
Village Serves with Project Uplift – 3:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 25. We will help load vans at the warehouse (1516 Prospect Ave., KCMO 64127) and travel across Kansas City where our neighbors are. At each stop, we will hand out food, water, clothing, and hygiene supplies and chat with people. Minimum age: 14. Learn more HERE.
Driver needed for home-delivered meals – Village has several teams of drivers who deliver meals to the elderly and persons living with physical disabilities in our community. Meals are picked up around 10:30 a.m. from the Matt Ross Community Center and the route takes about an hour to complete. We are currently in need of a person or persons to deliver meals one Thursday a month. For more info, contact Leslie Conrad (913-226-7245).
Engage, Grow, Celebrate
Stellar: A World Beyond Limits – 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, Room 126 (Mission Campus). What if every conflict, inequality, and environmental destruction had the same single, root cause? What if understanding that root cause could divert humanity’s path toward a world beyond scarcity, conflict, or need? Environmental activist Bill Roush will lead this discussion.
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.
Village Golf – We will play next on Tuesday, Aug. 11 at Dubs Dread in Kansas City, KS. Tee times start at 9:40 a.m. Fee is $50. RSVP to Brad Steil by July 30.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Vases Needed – The Sunday Flower Ministry would love donations of glass vases. Each Sunday, Chancel flowers are divvied up and delivered to members who are hospitalized or going through a tough time. The ideal size is about 6 inches tall, roughly the size of a large peanut-butter jar. Bring vases to either reception desk at the Mission Campus. Thank you!
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Work with us! We are looking for a person to serve as Child Care Weekend Lead at Mission Campus. This part-time role will provide supervision, direction, and coordination of our weekend and evening childcare programs. Find more information HERE.
Looking for preschool options for the fall? One of south Overland Park’s longest-running preschools 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. Also save the date for our 35th Anniversary Parking-Lot Party from 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14.
international Mission
Join our team – We are searching for a part-time person to serve as the Associate Director of Mission. This person will oversee and execute long-term participation and leadership to grow and strengthen international mission efforts through direct engagement (trips) and ongoing programs. Learn more HERE.
Celebration Dominicana – We hope you’ll attend the annual fundraiser for the Dominican Republic Medical Partnership (DRMP) on Sept. 26. Do you have theater or sports (KC Current, Sporting, Royals, Chiefs) tickets you cannot use? Donate them for auction items! Contact board member, Julie Foster, if you have tickets that might go to waste. Thank you!
music ministry
Sing with our Summer Choir: Sundays July 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
Mahjong Mondays – 6:30-8 p.m. July 20 (Antioch Campus, multipurpose room). All skill levels are invited to play on second Mondays.
PW Horizons Workshop – You’re invited to learn from Dr. Sarah Leer as she discusses the 2026-2027 Horizons Bible study: “United Through Christ, Bound to Each Other; Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians” on Saturday, Aug. 15. Breakfast begins at 9 a.m. in Friendship Hall (Mission Campus), followed by a short meeting, then the program starts at 9:45. The workshop is $10 and study guides will be available for purchase. Sign up HERE.
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
Lean more vegetarian – Summer is fresh produce season. Eat more fruits and vegetables and less meat and dairy—it is better for you and better for the environment.
our call to
Give
We willingly and gladly respond to Christ’s call by sharing our resources of time, talent, and treasure. Village Presbyterian Church partners with more than 39 nonprofits, like Kanbe’s Markets (pictured here), who use our funds to make a crucial impact in the lives of our neighbors in need in Kansas City—and around the world. Thank you for your continued generosity!
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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