Weekly Word
a note of gratitude:
“Dear Village,
Thank you for your extravagance in bringing Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III as part of the Meneilly lecture series. He was a pure gift and I’m so grateful you offered this event free to the community. Please accept this small gift of my gratitude to add to the Meneilly Visiting Scholar fund.”
(a thank-you note received by Bob Sperry, director of giving, on March 18, along with a check)
If you missed Dr. Moss’ lectures, see the recorded talks April 1 & 8 at 6:15 p.m. in Friendship Hall at the Mission Campus. Information is below.
Serve
Be the Church Night – Sunday, April 19. This spring we have the opportunity to serve others at the Mission Campus! Join us at 5 p.m. for pizza in Friendship Hall, followed by various service opportunities from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for people of all ages.
Drivers needed for home-delivered meals – Village has a team of drivers who deliver meals to folks who are unable to make one for themselves. We are in need of folks one Friday each month to drive and deliver. Meals are picked up at Matt Ross Community Center. Email Leslie Conrad for more info (913-226-7245).
Engage, Grow, Celebrate
Seniors Afternoon – 1 p.m. this Friday, March 27, Welcome Center. 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.
Meneilly Visiting Scholar Watch Parties – 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays, April 1 & 8. Come to Wednesday Family Dinner at 5:30 p.m. and stay to watch Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III’s recorded presentations. We are unable to publish the recordings online, so experience his two presentations in Friendship Hall. His first talk will be aired on April 1 and his second lecture will be on April 8.
Village Church Golf — Our 2026 dates have been announced. We will first play at the Fred Arbanas/Longview course starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12. Course fee is $43 plus tax. All interested men and women golfers should RSVP by April 10 to Brad Steil. Thank you!
Tiffany Stained Glass Window Tour & Lunch – 9 a.m. Thursday, April 23. See the nation‘s largest church collection of Tiffany glass windows at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Topeka. After a docent-led tour, we’ll share lunch together. Find more info and register HERE.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Community Reading Circles – 6:15 p.m., Wednesdays April 15-29, Room 126 (Mission Campus). Village Church has been invited to participate in an initiative of the Christian Century Magazine‘s Narrative Project called “Community Reading Circles.” The hope is to nurture hospitality, deep listening, and faithful imagination in our faith community. Please register HERE.
The Gospel of John – 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays April 15-29, Room 132 (Mission Campus). Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka will explore the Jesus that John portrays and how the gospel both deepens and lifts our faith and faithfulness. Register HERE.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Palm Sunday Parades & Egg Hunts – All kids are welcome to join the annual Palm Sunday Parades on March 29 during the 9 a.m. (Mission) and 10 a.m. (Antioch) worship services—followed by Easter Egg Hunts at both campuses.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Drivers needed Holy Week – We need help delivering 225 lilies to our homebound members throughout the metro. You can deliver near anytime during Holy Week. Pick-up is on Saturday, March 28 at both campuses. To volunteer, contact Linda Alley or call 913-671-2327. Thank you!
50 years
Of Caring
All those whose lives have been touched by Stephen Ministry are invited to the Mission Campus on Saturday, April 25 to celebrate a five-decade anniversary with speakers, resources, fellowship, and more! The event, which includes a light breakfast and refreshments, is $15 per person. Optional box lunches are available for $12. Village Church is excited to host this community-wide event!
music ministry
2nd Thursday Recital featuring Sora Park Shepard, piano – 12:15 p.m. Thursday, April 9 in the Mission Campus Sanctuary. Please join us for a free noontime recital with a short reception afterward in the Welcome Center to meet the artist.
Bach Aria Soloists and KC Actors Theatre presents “Our Favorite Things” – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, in the Mission Campus Sanctuary. This showcase will feature music and scenes from some of their favorite compositions and plays. Find tickets HERE.
Presbyterian Women
Mahjong Mondays – 6:30-8 p.m., April 13 & 20. Join us to play Mahjong on the second (Mission Campus) and third (Antioch Campus) Mondays each month. Please RSVP to Carol or Lisa to ensure adequate supplies and players.
MOTS (Moms of Teens) – 8:30-10 a.m. Saturday, April 11. Are you interested in talking to other moms of teens? Join us for coffee in the Young Adult Space (Room 8).
Celebration of Faithful Women – 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 (Mission Campus). Help celebrate the 2026 Faithful Women of Outstanding Service honorees: Judy Frame, Julie O’Connor, and Louise Woodward. Free registration available HERE.
YOUng Adults
Picnic in the Park – 5:30 p.m. tonight Tuesday, March 24. Bring the whole family to Neale Peterson Park (6136 Mission Rd, Fairway) for an evening packed with food, laughter, and fun!
Monthly Meetup – 4-6 p.m. Friday, April 3. Join members of the Y.A. Leadership Team for a new casual, monthly hangout. This time we’ll meet at Beer Kitchen (435 Westport Road, KCMO).
youth ministry
Youth Trips – High school students are invited to the Montreat Youth Conference, June 13–20, or the Boundary Waters Trip, July 6–12. Middle school students are invited on the Mission Trip to Denver, July 25–30. These trips offer opportunities for spiritual growth, service, and fellowship. Learn more HERE.
40s & 50s ministry
Mini Golf – 7 p.m. this Saturday, March 28. You are invited to Tap Ins (9571 Metcalf Ave.) to socialize and show off your putting skills. Contact Pastor Zach for more info.
green tip of the week
Green Landscape Design – 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, Room 126 (Mission Campus). Learn principles of green architecture that take indigenous plant materials and non-grass ground cover into consideration.
Part-time posITION
Office Coorindator for Convenant Network
Looking for flexible, meaningful work? The Covenant Network of Presbyterians is seeking an office coordinator for 15-20 hours per week to help with light bookkeeping, data entry, donation processing, event plans, and general administrative support. Expectations include at least one day in the Kansas City, MO office but remote work is also an option. Best of all, you’ll be part of a team working toward an important cause: LGBTQIA+ inclusion and advocacy. Inquire with Rev. Brian Ellison, executive director.
Worship Times
MISSION CAMPUS: 9 and 11 a.m. (Sanctuary) and 4 p.m. for the Gathering service (Friendship Hall) Sundays
ANTIOCH CAMPUS: 10 a.m. Sundays
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