While our students (6th-12th graders) may not seem very vocal in large group settings, if you get them in their element, you can’t get a word in edge wise! This is something I absolutely love about them; their personality, their independence, their voice.
Why is change so hard? I remember when I was in 6th grade my parents announced that we were going to join a new church, the Christian church.
The first time I heard a visitor to Country Club Christian Church say, “this is such a warm and welcoming church,” I was caught by surprise and I thought, Well, of course it is! But what does that mean?
Joe: “Did you know I have a Girl Scout award?” Girl Scout: “Whaaat?” (complete with a side glance and a little head shake) Joe: “Because I helped start two Girl Scout troops.” Girl Scout: “Reeeealy?” (with another doubting head shake) It was an amusing little exchange that began last Sunday as I Read More...
If I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting you yet, I’m Anne Haraughty, Ministries Coordinator of Adult Education and Enrichment Programs. I joined the staff in 2016 and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of this church family. Thanks to you all for being so welcoming of me. If you haven’t had the Read More...
I cannot even begin to describe what it feels like to say goodbye to all of you at Country Club Christian Church. Your gracious love, constant kindness and ongoing prayers are gifts I will carry with me the rest of my life.
Last week my daughter’s school had two snow days. She, like most school-aged children, was thrilled. I remember those days of going to bed hoping for snow: waking up in the wee hours to peek out my window and check for accumulation; listening for my school’s name on the radio’s list of cancellations; excitement at a free day with nothing planned except maybe some sledding with my friends
The Apostle Paul, writing to a church in Ephesus, proclaims, “This mystery was not made known to humankind as it has now been revealed…” What is the mystery? What is the secret? God loves everyone. That’s it. That’s the mystery. God’s grace is not reserved for a special few who think alike and look alike and share similar beliefs. Nope. God’s grace is for everyone.
I’ve lived in Kansas City for about six years now. And as long as I’ve lived here, I’ve wanted to go to First Fridays in the Crossroads District. Six years and I’ve never gone. I follow hundreds of local artists on social media and spend my nights flipping through their posts to see all of the fun and creative stuff they’re making.
The week between Christmas Day and the beginning of the New Year has always felt like a quiet, slow time when not much gets done. This used to bother me. Even though I’d often be on vacation I would feel like I should be getting ready for the next sermon series or Read More...
“In our most relaxed moments, we sit with our friends and fantasize about how we would like things to be—but we immediately retreat from the excitement such visions generate,” observes Rabbi Michael Lerner, “because we ‘know’ that they are impossible, that no one would ever join us in doing what needs to Read More...
With all of the comings and goings of the season, I find that my driving time gives me an opportunity to consider those things which are most important. So here – in no particular order – are the ways in which we reflect and unwind at my house: • Candlelight • Quiet Read More...
Julie and I spent my day off last week beginning the process of prepping our house for sale. We decided to leave most of the Christmas decor in storage. We will hang the stockings over the fireplace and we have a beautiful Christmas arrangement of flowers from friends on display but nothing more.
by Rev. Monica Lewis, Minister to Children, Students and Families Two years ago, my daughter and I loaded up our car and headed to the YMCA of the Rockies for our first Christian Community Camp. She was 2 years old at the time and I had no idea what to expect from Read More...
