Weekly Word

Upcoming Sermon Series: E.P.I.C. Church

In his book “Postmodern Pilgrims,” Dr. Leonard Sweet offers a vision for the 21st century church that engages both the church’s traditions and its need for innovation. He calls for a faith that is both ancient and future, historical and contemporary. While he reminds us that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8), he wonders how the church, the body of Christ, can give a compelling and imaginative witness to Jesus today. In this sermon series, we will explore what Sweet calls the E.P.I.C. church: Experiential, Participatory, Imagistic, and Communal.

• Sept. 7 – The Church is Experiential
• Sept. 14 – The Church is Participatory
• Sept. 21 – The Church is Imagistic
• Sept. 28 – The Church is Communal

Thank you for leading worship, Village Youth!

See more photos from services last Sunday on Village Church’s Facebook Page and Instagram!

True joy in giving isn’t about the size of the gift, but the love behind it. When we give, we reflect God’s generous heart and share God’s grace, provision, and love. Even the smallest act, offered with sincerity, can bless others, inspire kindness, and shine God’s light in the world.

Serve

Village Serves, Sept 10 – Join folks from Village on Wednesday, Sept 10 from 10 a.m. to noon as we volunteer to make Kansas City a better place! This month we serve at Pete’s Garden packing meals for food-insecure families. Learn more and sign up HERE.

Habitat KC’s Women Build – 1-2 spots remain! 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11. Help other women build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership. Tools, guidance, and lunch provided. Email Lisa Harrison by Aug. 27 to register.

Food Pantry and Clothes Closet – We are finishing up cereal month. Cold and hot cereals are always needed. September is peanut butter month! Peanut butter is a staple at the pantry. Let’s fill the shelves. At the Clothes Closet, think back-to-school wear for kids. Thank you!

Engage, Grow, and Celebrate

Wednesday Family Dinner Kickoff! Dinners are back, 5:30-6:30 p.m. starting Wednesday, Sept. 10. Join us for grilled hamburgers and brats in the Welcome Center. To register for dinner, click HERE. (RSVP HERE to volunteer and eat free.)

Village Church Golf – 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9 at Eagles Landing in Belton, Missouri. Course fee is $40. RSVP by Aug. 29 to Brad Steil.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Village U – Grow in mind, body, and spirit. The Fall 2025 catalog is available and registration is now open. Fall semester begins Sept. 7.

children & family ministry

Lighthouse Kids Kickoff is Sept. 7 – Pre-K and 4-year-olds will meet in Room 106. Drop-off for elementary Lighthouse (grades K-6) is in Room 307 for All-Sing at 9 a.m. Pick up for kids grades K-6 will be on the third floor.

Preschool Playgrounds Closed – Please note that the playgrounds east of the Mission Campus building are temporarily closed as some repair/construction work is being done.

international ministry

Hit for Haiti is Saturday, Oct. 4 – Come for the 5th annual pickleball and tennis event benefiting Higgins Brothers Surgicenter—the only functioning medical center near Fonds-Parisien, which serves about 1,500 Haitian patients each month. Learn more and sign up to play HERE.

music ministry

Organ Recital – 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5. Hear world-renowned organist Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler’s free recital, “Organ Music of Eastern Europe and the Americas,” in the Mission Campus Sanctuary.

2nd Thursdays Kickoff – 12:15 p.m. Sept. 11 in the Mission Campus Sanctuary. This free series begins with Alison Borberg, soprano, and Joe Cartwright, piano presenting a mix of musical theater and cabaret.

Pastoral care & Counseling

Guest speaker: Bill Tammeus – at Faith & Grief at noon on Wed., Sept. 3 at Visitation Catholic Church. Bill will share his personal account of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Register HERE; lunch is provided.

Presbyterian Women

Sunshine & Stroll – 1:30-3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 14, Mohawk Park (67th & Lamar). Soak up some sunshine, take a stroll around the park, or sit and chat with other women. Kiddos are welcome, too!

Mingle & Bingo – 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 at O’Neill’s Restaurant, 9417 Mission Road in Leawood. Women of all ages are invited for games and featured speaker Rev. Maggie Johnson Phillips. The cost is $15 and includes appetizers. Bingo cards are $5 with proceeds going to the Village Food Pantry. RSVP to Becky Anderson.

young adults

Theology on Tap – 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28. Come to City Barrel (120 East Gregory Blvd.) for good beer and theological conversation.

Royals Game – 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19. Bring your friends and join us at Kauffman Stadium for a night of fun, fellowship, and baseball! Tickets: $20. Register HERE.

Y.A.M. (Young Adut Ministry) Night – All 20s and 30s are invited every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. starting Sept. 10. We’ll enjoy dinner followed by games, Scripture, and connection. Come as often as you can; we’d love to have you!

green tip of the week:

Unplug electronics when not in use. This prevents “vampire” energy consumption. *Village Presbyterian Church is a certified Earth Care Congregation.