Weekly Word

He is Risen!

Easter worship was a glorious occasion at both campuses Sunday as we celebrated our Risen Christ who knows us by name, the way he knew, called, and claimed Mary Magdalene by name. Over the six services at our two campuses, 2,356 men, women, and children shouted the Easter proclamation, “He is risen. He is risen indeed!” If you missed worship, here is Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka’s sermon from Easter Sunday. Check Facebook and Instagram for more Holy Week photos in the coming days.

Dr. Jan Kraybill’s last worship service

Our beloved organist at the Antioch Campus Dr. Jan Kraybill will play for the last time before retiring this Sunday, April 12. She has carefully chosen pieces that celebrate the music that we have made and shared during this ten-year journey, to the glory of God. There will also be a reception after worship with cake. Don’t miss this opportunity to thank and honor Jan for her dedication, talent, and good cheer. Read more about Jan HERE.

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.

Special April Collection at Antioch – This month we are collecting travel-sized shampoos, lotions, and soaps for care kits to distribute to our houseless neighbors. After worship on May 10, we will assemble the kits; a great way to serve on Mother’s Day!

Drivers needed for home-delivered meals – Village has a team of drivers who deliver meals to those who are unable to make ones 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 (or call 913-226-7245).  

Engage, Grow, Celebrate

75^th Anniversary Parade – The city of Prairie Village is celebrating 75 years with a parade on Mission Road at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 2 and Village Church is participating with a float! The Engagement committee needs 100 volunteers to walk alongside our float handing out candy to the attendees. We also need people to assist with float prep. Email Carol Solenberger if you can help.

Meneilly Visiting Scholar Watch Parties – 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. Come to Family Dinner at 5:30 p.m. (fried chicken!) and stay to watch Rev. Dr. Otis Moss’ 2nd recorded presentation in Friendship Hall.

Lunch with a Pastor – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, Conference Room (Antioch). Rev. Anna Owens would love to get to know you better! Lunch will be provided. RSVP by calling 913-681-8180 by April 7.

New Member Luncheon – noon-1:30 p.m., Sunday, April 12, Room 232 (Mission Campus). If you’re interested in becoming a member of Village Church, you’re invited to lunch. RSVP to Carol Solenberger. Childcare is available.

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

Climate Change: An Inconvenient Truth – 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday, April 12, Room 126 (Mission Campus). The Forum Sunday School Class hosts Chick Keller who will encourage us to prioritize earth care over immediate gratification by discussing how actions large and small can instill hope in restoring Gods people and planet.

Religious Conflicts in Matthew’s Community: Confronting Religious Conflicts as Disciples of Jesus – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays, April 13-27 & May 4, Room 126 (Mission Campus). Biagio Mazza, theologian and Scripture scholar, will explore the way in which the Matthean community worked through tensions, ultimately producing a gospel that continues to speak to the tensions that any believing community experiences. Please register HERE.

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

Thursday Nights Together – Calling all Antioch families with children K-12! Join us for bi-monthly programming on Thursday nights. Save the date of April 16 and reach out to Dr. Aaron Redburn to sign up.

Music & Drama Camp – 1-4:30 p.m. June 8-12 plus a performance at 7 p.m. on Friday night. Kids who have completed K-5 are invited for a fun week of singing and acting as we prepare “Are We There Yet?” (the story of Moses and the journey to the promised land). Make sure that your child will be able to participate in the Friday night show. Register HERE.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

Grief Support Group – Members and non-members alike are encouraged to attend our newest grief support group which meets the first Tuesday of each month. Join us in Room 232 from 6-7 p.m. this Tuesday, April 7. A Prairie Sky counselor facilitates.

Gift of Life Presentation – Stephen Ministry invites everyone to learn about organ donation with Kim Harbor, the founder of Gift of Life, at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, Room 132 (Mission Campus). This promises to be powerful—and can save a life.

Pastor Melanie Installed – On Sunday, March 15, Rev. Melanie Hardison, former Village Church pastor, was installed as Associate Pastor for Congregational Care in the Chapel of Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church in Bryn Mawr, PA. Rev. Brian Ellison, Stated Clerk of the Synod of Mid-America and executive director of Covenant Network, participated in the service. See photos below!

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. 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. this Saturday, April 11. Are you interested in talking to other moms of teens? Join us for coffee in Room 8 (Mission Campus).

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

Y.A.M. (Young Adult Ministry) Night – 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, 22, & 29. All 20s and 30s are invited to dinner and fellowship in the Room 8. At 6:30 p.m. we’ll join Rev. Dr. Nishioka’s class on the Gospel of John in Room 132.

Picnic in the Park – 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21. Calling all young adult with kids: Bring the whole family to Porter Park (7301 Roe Ave.) for an evening packed with food, laughter, and fun! No cost, just sign up.

youth ministry

Montreat Trip – Only a few spots remain for the Montreat Youth Conference for high-school students. This is a meaningful week of worship, connection, and growth that you won’t want to miss. Register HERE.

Congrats to Paul Lemon who will be the new assistant director of Youth Ministry—starting officially April 13!

green tip of the week

Green Landscape Design – 7-9 p.m., tonight Tuesday, April 7, Room 126 (Mission Campus). Learn principles of green landscaping and architecture that take indigenous plant materials and non-grass ground cover into consideration. Email Jerry Rees for the Zoom link.