Weekly Word

”Questions Jesus Asked“

Jesus asked a lot of questions. By one scholar’s count, Jesus asked 307 questions recorded in the gospels. Jesus liked to ask questions more than he liked giving answers. As Jesus was both fully God and fully human, you would think he would go around showing off how much he knows, but he did not do that. In fact, we only find eight times that Jesus answered a question asked of him. In this sermon series, we will explore four questions that Jesus asked to better understand Jesus and how he wants us to live today.

Star Words

If you missed worship on Jan. 4 and want an Epiphany star word, come by Pastor Maggie‘s office at the Mission Campus, or by the main office at the Antioch Campus, to allow a star word to choose you!

Serve

Blood Drive – Save a life from 1 to 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, Jan. 13, Room 132 (Mission Campus). Walk-ins are welcome.

Food Pantry & Clothes Closet – We are beginning to collect crackers and hearty soups for Souperbowl Sunday (Feb. 8).

Have an old computer? Donate it to Village! A team refurbishes them and donates them to local organizations. It’s a wonderful way to give more life to your outdated computer. Drop them off at the Mission Campus or the Food Pantry.

Engage, Grow, Celebrate

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Action & Celebration Event – 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, Mission Campus. Don’t miss this 5th annual community event. This year’s theme is “Loving Democracy.” There will be speakers (including Kansas City, Kansas Mayor Christal Watson), musicians, dancers, storytellers, and more.

Wednesday Family Dinners – Don’t cook or do dishes on Wednesdays; register for Family Dinners HERE!

Seniors Afternoon – 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, Welcome Center (Misson Campus). Enjoy games and social time with other seniors. Bring your own games, learn to play canasta, and enjoy good company and light refreshments. Bring a friend and spread the word!

New Member Luncheons – 11:30-1:30 Sunday, Jan. 25, in the Conference Room (Antioch) and noon-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, Room 232 (Mission). Interested in becoming a member of Village Church? Come eat lunch! Email Lisa Harrison (Antioch Campus) or Carol Solenberger (Mission Campus) to RSVP.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

2026 Village U Registration is Open! We‘re looking forward to another community-building Village U and Sunday Adult Faith Formation semester! See the catalog of classes and register HERE.

Village Connect Group – 6:30-8 p.m., Feb. 18 to April 1, Room 206 (Mission Campus). Participate in the Bible study created by Pastor Rodger, “Jesus’ Beatitudes: Blessings for Our Life Today.” Connect Groups provide opportunities to deepen your faith and relationships with others. If you’re interested in this 7-week study group, email Carol Solenberger.

RSVP for Meneilly Visiting Scholar Lectures – Do not miss the 2026 speaker: Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, on Feb. 27 & 28. Read about Dr. Moss and register here.

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Preschool Enrollment – Enrollment for the fantastic preschools on our Mission and Antioch Campuses opens Jan. 20. Questions? Contact director Sarah McKee at Mission and Paula Benefiel at Antioch.

music ministry

A Night of Percussion – 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Sanctuary (Mission Campus). Theo Musick and the Percussive Art Ensemble present works by Reich and Harnesberger, with new arrangements of Trent Reznor, Dead Can Dance, and more. Free admission.

St. Olaf College Choir – 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, Sanctuary (Mission Campus). Composed of 75 mixed voices, the St. Olaf Choir, conducted by Anton Armstrong, is hailed as one of the nation’s premier a cappella ensembles. Tickets are $40 or $10 for students; available to purchase HERE.

Pastoral carE

Let us know about hospitalizations – If you (or a loved one) is hospitalized, please have someone call the Pastoral Care Department at 913-671-2327 and tell us the name of the hospital, room number, and other pertinent information. After hours, call the church’s main number: 913-262-4200. Hospitals no longer automatically let churches know.

Presbyterian Women

Mahjong Mondays – Monthly Mahjong groups at both campuses begin this month. Next one? Jan. 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Antioch Campus. RSVP to Lisa Harrison.

Antioch Campus Book Club – 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20 in the Conference Room (Antioch Campus). We are discussing Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See.  

Read more in the January Messenger newsletter.

YOUng Adults

Y.A.M. (Young Adult Ministry) Nights are Back – Starting Jan. 14, all 20s and 30s are invited to join us every Wednesday as we gather, play games, study Scripture, and celebrate one another. Let’s eat dinner at 5:30 p.m. in Friendship Hall, then head to the Young Adult Room for programming at 6:15 p.m.

“Adventure Awaits” Baby Shower – Sunday evening, the young adults celebrated the upcoming arrival of baby boy Phillips (parents-to-be: Revs. Maggie Johnson Phillips and Sam Phillips) with a baby shower. Thanks to all who helped plan and participate in the party!

YOUTH MINISTRY

D.R. Trip – Youth are invited to serve in the the Dominician Republic March 12-19 as a part of our annual spring-break mission trip. This is a great oppurtunity to build meaningful connections while we serve alongside the community. Learn more and register HERE.

40s & 50s ministry

Trivia Night – 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28. Flex your trivia muscles with Village Church friends at Charlie Hooper’s (12 West 63^rd Street, KC, MO).

green tip of the week:

Heat escapes through the easiest path—most often around windows and doors. Use weather stripping to help keep the warm air inside.