One of the most important aspects of the "emerging church" movement is the idea of inclusiveness. Many research organizations and reports are noting that people no longer search for a church based on "brand" loyalty. Fifty years go if you were a member of a Christian Church like Country Club and you Read More...
Blogging New Orleans, V October 24, 2008 The word "change" has reverberated in our ears so often throughout this election campaign that its meaning is lost. But if you're truly seeking change in your life, become part of a Country Club Christian Church mission trip. Each of us who struggled to help Read More...
Blogging New Orleans, Part IV October 23, 2008 Scott began the "tales of our day" portion of worship last night with a story of humility. He explained how he and Carty had been assigned the hanging of the drywall in a small bathroom. Since both are strong, macho men, Scott had anticipated Read More...
Blogging New Orleans, III October 22, 2008 I wore unmatched socks today. The curse of the early riser, when you're living in a gym with sixteen other people, is getting dressed in the dark. When I noticed I had two completely different socks on, I was a little uncomfortable. But then I Read More...
Blogging New Orleans, Part 2 Tuesday, October 21, 2008 Today our three groups headed out to our respective job sites, all of us involved in various stages of dry walling. Some of us learned more than we ever wished to know about mudding, a mucky process under the best of conditions. Others Read More...
Blogging New Orleans, III October 22, 2008 I wore unmatched socks today. The curse of the early riser, when you’re living in a gym with sixteen other people, is getting dressed in the dark. When I noticed I had two completely different socks on, I was a little uncomfortable. But then I Read More...
Monday, Oct. 20 Metairie, Louisiana Twelve Country Club Christian Church members and guests made the 15-hour trek to New Orleans on Sunday, October 19, to be joined by five lucky air travelers on Monday. The group leaders are Kelly Ingersoll, staff representative, and Kelly Quinn, leader. Other members are Jodi Sullivan, Carty and Read More...
One of the great highlights of my career has been the opportunity to serve with my colleague and friend, The Rev. Dr. George B. Gordon. During the last six years together in ministry, we have laughed and cried, prayed and dreamed, planned and studied, worshipped and welcomed in ways that have blessed Read More...
One of my pet phrases to say to visitors who express a desire to return is, "The doors will be open!" I want anyone who walks through our doors to know that they are open for everyone. When we keep the doors of the sanctuary open for all we are proclaiming to Read More...
God is bigger than we are. I suppose that statement is an obvious truth, one that all of us would agree with, but there are times, especially during political seasons, when this basic truth is forgotten, ignored or twisted. I mentioned in a recent sermon that both parties have tried recently, in Read More...
A Trip Down Memory LaneCelebrating Dr. George Gordon's Retirement Join us for this special celebration of Dr. George Gordon's dedicated ministry to the people of Country Club Christian Church and the Kansas City community. Sunday, October 195:30-8:30 p.m.Country Club Christian Church6101 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, Missouri Travel with Read More...
As we move further into the political season that is before us, I hope people of faith, especially Christians, will be able to treat those who disagree with them with graciousness and kindness. Christian folks like us cannot control the action of the two parties as we move closer to election day Read More...
Do you remember the parable Jesus told about a man who owned a vineyard? You can find it in Matthew 20. The short version is this: A man owned a vineyard and needed help to harvest the grapes. Early in the day he found some workers. He promised them $100. Later in Read More...
By now I am almost certain that most of you know that this Sunday, August 17th will mark the beginning of a new time format for worship. There have been articles in the newsletter and the bulletin insert in every issue for about two months. The task force assigned to study the Read More...
I was ordained 20 years ago. On that day there were many mentors, friends and family members who participated in the service. My great friend, Doug Dornhecker, delivered a brilliant sermon, one that I read and reread at least once a year. Dick Wing, my mentor and one of the finest preachers Read More...
