Wise Women of the Bible

Some days, a life of faith comes so easily. Other days, faithful living feels like it’s at the bottom of the “to-do” list. If these words describe your reality, then you’ve got a lot in common with folks in Scripture. It turns out that God uses humans, frail and flawed as we are, to do holy work. Join us as we look at some wise (and flawed) women from Scripture whose courage, strength, and, yes, wisdom changed the world. As we study and talk together, you just might find that you bear a striking resemblance to them. (Note: While you are welcome to attend all four weeks, these sessions are designed to be standalone, so that you can attend the ones that fit your schedule.)

Thursdays, January 12 - February 2 | In person 9:30am B206 & Online 7pm Zoom

Led by Rev. Sally Haynes, Pastor in Residence.

Week 1 Deborah; When Your Presence is Enough to Change a Person and a Nation
Week 2 Bathsheba; When Limited Options Inexplicably Lead to Limitless Opportunities
Week 3 Miriam; When Life's Path Takes Lots of Turns, and Not All of Them are Good.
Week 4 Priscilla; When Bravery Is Your Best (and Only) Option

Looking for fellowship with other men here at Resurrection? Join us for the Fellowship starting Tuesday, September 13th in Room B252 in Building B at 7-8am for coffee and snacks. We have an exciting calendar of speakers, short courses, and small group discussions planned for the upcoming year. This is a great opportunity to meet other men, grow in your faith, and have some fun.

Start your week off with other RezDowntown men as we come together every 1^st and 3^rd Monday of the month from 6:30 am to 7:30 am at 1522 McGee. We’ll open the doors at 6:30 am, have coffee, and socialize for 15 minutes, then have a devotional time. We’d love to have you join us anytime! For questions, contact Bob Webb at rwebb3620@gmail.com

Resurrection Leawood's Adult Sunday school classes are meeting online and in person! Please contact the class leader before attending a Sunday School class. Class meeting format can change from week to week.

For assistance with Sunday morning group connections, please contact Angie McCarty or 913-544-0724.

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Adult Sunday Morning Groups

Please reach out to the leader listed to receive information on how you can join a class. We look forward to meeting you!

Classes Meeting In Person Only

ABC/Morning Star

60-95 | Singles and Couples | 9:15 am | Building A Parlor

ABC/Morning Star members are committed to the development and enhancement of individual spirituality and fellowship. Members examine and reinforce their beliefs through this diverse Bible-Centered class. We are committed to being followers of Christ, carrying his message forward in our everyday lives, letting others see Christ living both within us and through us.

For those seeking kinship with fellow Church of the Resurrection members, the class provides an immediate close-knit support group for its members, their joys, sorrows, spiritual growth, and development. Contact Al Donoho with questions.

New Horizons

60+ | Singles | 10:45 am | B158

Our curriculum includes single-topic books and Bible studies, both Old and New Testament. The class is discussion-based with all opinions honored.

We also have many service projects where we put into practice the things we have learned, including: Bless the School, Johnson County Christmas Bureau, local and foreign mission support, and Healing House to name a few. The class has an adopted daughter in Africa through Compassion International.

We celebrate each other’s joys and concerns through prayer and manage time to socialize and build great friendships. Contact Kay King for more information.

Builders

40-70 | Singles and Couples | 9:15 am | B252

The Builders create an authentic environment where our members learn to know God with our heads, love God with our hearts and serve God with our hands while experiencing Christian fellowship and accountability

Contact David Starrett for in-person class information or to get a Zoom meeting invitation.

Faith Builders

30 - 40 | Singles and Couples | 9:00 am, 1st & 3rd Sundays | Online This class meets on the first and third Sundays of each month to grow in their faith and support one another.

Contact Audra Morris for additional information.

Hybrid Classes Meeting In-Person + Online

Christianity and Culture

40+ | Singles and Couples | 9:00 am | B152

A variety of thought-provoking topics are discussed which relate to how individuals apply Christian principles while addressing or responding to contemporary issues. We are a diverse group exploring the intersection of Christianity and culture while growing in Christ's love and building relationships.

Contact Linn Ver Meer for in-person class information or to get a Zoom link to join online.

Faith and Fellowship

55- 85 | Singles and Couples | 9:00 am | B251

These welcoming near-retirement and post-retirement class members enjoy curriculum that helps the group spiritually as well as brings them closer as a body of believers.

Contact Sue Hardage for in-person class information or to get a Zoom link to join online.

S.E.E

60's+ | Singles and Couples |9 am | B158

The Spiritual Enrichment and Encouragement class studies books of the Bible as well as topical studies and enjoys great discussions!

Contact Shirley Yarick for in-person class information or to get a Zoom meeting invitation.

The Living Room

40-60 | Couples with high school or young adult kids | 9:00 am | B259

The Living Room small group was started over 20 years ago in a member’s living room (hence the name). We share the responsibilities of running the class by serving in one of three committees. We take turns leading lessons chosen by our “head” group. We occasionally serve the community in projects chosen by our “hands” group. We also have a “heart” group that organizes social activities and support for our members.

Contact Jacque Madison for in-person class information or to get a Zoom meeting invitation.

Young Adult Connection

20's & 30's | Single and Married | 10:15 am | B149

Join our community of young adults every Sunday morning. We love welcoming new people! Every week we’ll process the major takeaways from the sermon, play a fiercely competitive game or two, and eat some snacks. What else do you need in life, really?!

Salt and Light

40's-80's | Singles and Couples | 9:00 am | B260

Salt and Light is a medium-sized group that comes together to grow in Christ for the purpose of fulfilling God’s will in the world. We strive to live out our calling to be “salt and light” (Matthew 5:13-16) and encourage each other to grow in faith through study, prayer, fellowship and service. Visitors are always welcome!

Contact Liz Hendricks for more information and a Zoom meeting invitation.

Bible 101

30-70 | Singles and Couples | 11:00 am | B153

Bible 101 is for everyone of all ages and backgrounds. The one thing all share is a desire to learn more about God’s word through an organized Bible study class. The Holy Bible is the only reference required.

Contact Gene Ronsick for more information and Zoom meeting invitation.

WOW (Women of West) Spring and Summer Sessions 2022

Women of West: Ladies Night Out

Friday, August 26, 2022, 7:00-8:30 PM

Register HERE!

Bring a friend and join us at Resurrection West for a night of fellowship and fun! We will celebrate women and all our Women of West (WOW) ministries with our amazing guest speaker Pastor Melissa Gepford. Enjoy live music, delicious snacks, and desserts. Bring a jewelry item or 2 to swap with other ladies. Receive a goody bag. Pick up your new WOW t-shirt (available for purchase at time of registration). Register early for a chance to win fabulous prizes, including a Mani/Pedi from a local nail salon. Childcare available upon request.

Building Better Moms (BBM)

School year, Select Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 AM

Contact: Elle Dummermuth at rezwestBBM@cor.org

Register here for 2022-2023

BBM strives to meet you right where you are as a mother, woman and friend. We provide support for moms while giving moms opportunities to support one another. Come enjoy connection, food, fellowship, speakers, group discussion, leadership opportunities, mission projects and more as we learn, grow and serve together. Childcare available upon request.

Thursday Morning Ladies

Year round, Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM

Contact: Ashley Colbert at womenofwest@cor.org

Register here!

Whether you are in your 20s, your 90s or anywhere in-between, this group has women of all ages who connect and walk with each other. Together we learn and grow through our book and video studies. Childcare available upon request.

Third Thursday Evening Ladies

Monthly, Third Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 PM

Contact: Ashley Colbert at womenofwest@cor.org

Register here!

Unable to attend a daytime women’s class or wanting to be part of more than one group? Then this once a month opportunity is designed for you! In our inaugural year, we are planning some amazing things. We will focus on faith and fellowship through devotions, service projects, crafts, guest speakers and more. Every month will be a themed event usually aligning with holidays. There is never any homework; so just come as you are! Childcare available upon request.

Women’s Bible Study

School Year, Mondays, 9:30-11:30 AM

Summer, Various dates and times

Contact: Margee Castle at macastle75@gmail.com

During the school year, we discuss Christian books and Bible studies. During the summer, we often go out to lunch, view sights in the Kansas City area, and do lighthearted studies.

Saturday Morning Ladies

School year, Every other Saturday, 9:00-11:00 AM

Contact: Jane McGinnis at janemcginnis.cor@gmail.com

Come join this group for food, connection and opportunities to grow deeper in your walk with Christ. We not only have fun studying together, but also participate in various outreach projects in the community.

United Women in Faith (formerly UMW)

School Year, Monthly, Second Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 PM

Contact: Nancy Hand at h.nancy957@gmail.com

United Women in Faith is driven by God’s love and united in sisterhood. With a focus on women, children and youth, we act for justice and help transform communities. We believe love in action can change the world.

Threads of Love Prayer Quilt and Shawl Ministry

Year Round, Monthly, Third Wednesdays, 9:30-11:00 AM

Contact: Kathy Tisdale at kathytisdale.cor@gmail.com

We create prayer shawls and quilts that will be used to comfort and cover those who are facing physical, emotional and/or spiritual challenges. We pray that each of these creations will bless the person receiving it, be a tangible expression of the love of another human being for the recipient and be a reminder of the comfort that comes from the presence of our compassionate God.

RezWest WOW Program Director: Ashley Colbert

Contact: womenofwest@cor.org

Develop relationships among Jewish and Christian women. On Monday evenings, we will explore topics of interest to both faiths. Thursday mornings are informal gatherings over coffee.

• 09/12 - 6:30 pm - Church of the Resurrection
• 09/22 - 10:30 am - In Person at HyVee: Jewish and Christian Superstitions
• 10/03 - 7:00 pm - Zoom: Rituals in preparation for Sabbath/Worship
• 10/20 - 10:30 am - In Person at HyVee: coffee & conversation
• 11/07 - 7:00 pm - Zoom: KC author Bill Tammeus on Anti-Semitism
• 11/17 - 10:30 am - Service project and potluck
• 12/05 - 7:00 pm - Zoom: Lighting of candles during Hanukkah/Advent

Visit us on facebook for the latest updates at Strangers No More Facebook page or email rsvpjcrbajc@jewishkc.org to receive meeting details.

For the story behind this group, read this KC Star Article.

This is a joint project of the Jewish Community Relations Bureau|American Jewish Committee and United Methodist Women of The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection.

Each month offers a book title to read, with a discussion held the first Tuesday morning of the following month. Most books can be checked out at a local library or the reading cart at church. Please register to receive the Zoom link; group plans to meet online for now.

January 3

• The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Richardson

February 7

• The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates

March 7

• The Land is Not Empty by Sarah Augustine

April 4

• What Can I Do? by Jane Fonda

May 2

• Daughter of Cana by Angela Hunt

Read a book each month, for a Zoom discussion about it on the second Thursday evening. Most books can be checked out at a local library or the reading cart at church. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

January 12 at 7 pm

• The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah

February 9 at 7 pm

• The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Richardson

March 9 at 7 pm

• The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe

April 13 at 7pm

• Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

May 11 at 7pm

• All We Can Save by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katherine Kay Wilkinson