Disciple Bible Study is enriching, informational, transformational, faith deepening and offers time to develop deep lasting friendships as you study, reflect and pray together as a group.

Fall classes are now meeting. We will host new classes this winter. Sign up to let us know your interested.

Books are available to purchase from The Well Bookstore online or at Cokesbury online. All Disciple 1, 2, & 3 classes will be using the new Fast Track materials. Disciple 4 will use the traditional book but use an abbreviated 24 week schedule.

START HERE: DISCIPLE 1 BIBLE STUDY

Disciple 1 provides a foundational overview of the Bible. Beginning with Genesis and continuing through Revelation, group members will read approximately 80% of the Bible in this Fast Track 24 week study. Disciple 1 is great for those at any place in their faith journey.

THEN CHOOSE FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING STUDIES:

DISCIPLE 2 BIBLE STUDY

Fast Track Disciple 2 is a shortened version of the original Disciple 2 study. Classes meet for a total of 24 weeks as they study Genesis–Exodus and Luke–Acts for 12 sessions each. Daily preparation is to read 3–5 chapters of the Bible each day. (Disciple 1 suggested pre-requisite)

DISCIPLE 3 BIBLE STUDY

Fast Track Disciple 3 examines the major and minor Old Testament prophets and the 13 Letters traditionally attributed to Paul. Several themes weave their way through the study-the call to remember; the call to repentance; the need for renewed vision and the place of community. (24 week study, Disciple 1 suggested pre-requisite)

DISCIPLE 4 BIBLE STUDY

Disciple 4 concentrates on the Old Testament writings not in the Torah or the Prophets, such as Psalms and Proverbs, and the Gospel. (24 week schedule using the traditional study book, Disciple 1 suggested pre-requisite)

JESUS IN THE GOSPELS

Jesus in the Gospels digs deeply into the mission and message of Jesus through a detailed and comparative study of the Gospels. Study the name, the place and the people-a commanding, morally compelling figure as portrayed in Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. (30 week study, Disciple 1 suggested pre-requisite)

CHRISTIAN BELIEVER

Christian Believer is a study of the classical doctrines of the Christian faith which includes God's providence, atonement, judgment and eternal life. This class blends together the reading of Scripture with reading classic Christian writings. (30 week study, Disciple 1 suggested pre-requisite)

Disciple Leaders

Access notes of several experienced Disciple Leaders on our Small Group Leader Resource Page.

REGISTER

Moms of all ages children, from all over, are invited to connect with others in a virtual format to experience:

• Learning how to be better equipped as a parent through speakers and discussion.
• Growing through a supportive network of moms who “get” it — from newborns to teens.
• Serving not only your family, but also others through outreach opportunities.

Building Better Moms (BBM) strives to build a community of moms who learn, grow and serve together. BBM members meet together in a larger group setting, but are connected with a small group of moms with whom they share connection at each BBM meeting throughout the year. The BBM calendar follows the school calendar year, beginning in September and concluding in May. BBM meets twice a month to enjoy fellowship, speakers and small breakout discussion. All groups also participate in service projects.

All meetings will be held on Zoom with guest speaker content and group connection.
Co-Leaders are Michelle Funk, mom of 3 boys ages 20, 24, 26 and Ashley Ozment, mom of 3 children ages 8, 6, 2 years old.
The cost is $45 for BBM curriculum, guest speaker presentations, logo shirt, and member gift.

Wednesdays: 9:30-11 am
Dates: 9/8, 9/22, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23, 3/9, 3/23, 4/6, 4/20, 5/4

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

Childcare for on-site classes is currently not available.

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.

The Next Phase

40-50 | Singles and Couples | 10:20 am | Room B260

This group of empty/emptying nesters enjoys a range of studies from books of the Bible to Christian topics.

Contact Beth Hull with questions.

New Horizons

55-70 | 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.

New Foundations

40's | Single Parents and Married Couples with Kids | 11:00 am | B258

This class of parents studies a variety of materials focused on the Bible, relationships, kids, and finances, as well as tackles tough career questions and midlife concerns. Contact Liz Wakeman for more 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.

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 | B252

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 Jayne Langham 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 Jim Weber for in-person class information or to get a Zoom meeting invitation.

Builders

40-70 | Singles and Couples | 9:15 am | B251

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.

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?!

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.

Classes Meeting Online Only:

Salt and Light

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

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.

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 and Zoom Meeting invitation.

Join us on the greatest journey ever - knowing, loving and serving God! We're here to help guide you as you begin (or continue) your journey of faith.

The Walk Small Group Study

New to Resurrection or small groups? A great place to start is with one of our short term Walk Small Group Experiences. These groups study Adam Hamilton's book The Walk over the course of six weeks and are led by one of our Community Life Ministers. See a full list of upcoming opportunities at cor.org/connect

Looking for a longer term Small Group?

We understand people are in different places on their faith journey, that's why Resurrection offers so many ways for people to connect and be in community. The purpose of a small group is to be in community with others who challenge you to grow spiritually, live out your faith by serving others and encourage one another through life's ups and downs.

There are four primary ways that many get connected to small group community:

1) Jump into a semester group during Group Launch

A few times a year we host Group Launch where you can browse through all our open and new small groups to find the one that works best for you. Open registration is generally open for about 3 weeks and then groups commit to meet for about 3 months, although some decide to meet longer. You can find more information about our next group launch at groups.cor.org or sign up for a reminder.

2) Start with short-term foundational discipleship classes

Join us on Wednesday nights for classes that will both challenge you to go deeper and connect you with other folks. This is a great first step to meet others in the life of the church. Many meet others in these foundational classes who they then would like to start new groups with or continue on together in additional classes. To see a full list of class options on Wednesdays click here.

3) Join a Sunday School class

All of the Sunday School classes at Church of the Resurrection Leawood are open to new members and are considered small groups. Many find it very convenient to attend Sunday School before or after they go to worship. You can see a list of adult Sunday School classes here.

4) Start your own small group

If you have met others through foundational classes or through the life of the church and would like to start a new small group with them, contact melanie.hill@cor.org to get more information and to get started.

Considering leading a small group?

Small group leaders play an important role at Resurrection in helping people get connected into community where they can experience and develop the five essential practices of the Christian life. Please fill out this form and someone from our staff will be in touch with you.

LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT STUDY?

Hop on over to our groups.cor.org page a browse a list of recommended studies on our Leader Resources page.

ONLINE RESOURCES

Whether you are a small group leader at Resurrection or another church, we have a variety of resources available to help you as you guide your members to know, love and serve God and others.

Video resources specific to small groups can be found on our Vimeo account vimeo.com/grouplife. A broader library of resources, for all ministries of your church, can be found at sharechurch.com.

RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM TOOL (Temporarily on Hold)

We know selecting curriculum for your group is not always easy. To assist you, we have reviewed studies and put them into categories under Knowing God, Loving God or Serving God, listed how many weeks the study lasts, if a DVD is available to rent (rentals available only to Resurrection leaders) and made suggestions to the level of the study (advanced, intermediate or entry level).

You can access a printable version of our curriculum catalog, the CORriculator. If you would like to rent a DVD at the cost of $1 per week, please send an email to curriculum@cor.org. An adult discipleship team member will reply to you about curriculum availability and how and when you can receive the materials.

The staff at the Well Bookstore can also be a great resource if you are looking for a study that we don't carry in our library. They are happy to help order materials for your group to use. Please allow 2-3 weeks for materials to arrive.

THE GPS GUIDE TO THE BIBLE'S BIG STORY

Click here to access an online version of The Bible's Big Story.

SMALL GROUP AGREEMENT TEMPLATE

We encourage all small groups to establish ground rules in a group agreement. This agreement should be revisited at least once a year. Click here for a template.

Disciple Leader Resources

Some of our experienced leaders share their Disciple notes below:

Shirley Yarick's Disciple Notes

• Disciple 1 - Wks 1-17, Wks 18-34
• Disciple 2 - Wks 1-16, Wks 17-32
• Disciple 3 - Wks 1-16, Wks 17-32
• Disciple 4 - Wks 1-16, Wks 17-32
• Jesus in the Gospels - Wks 1-15, Wks 16-30
• Christian Believer - Wks 1-15, Wks 16-30
• Retreats - Tips

Brad Hanna's Disciple 1 Notes

• These notes focus on educating participants with more background information and points to passages that most people miss when reading the Bible for the first time: Notes

Rob Smith's Disciple 1 Notes

• Succinct, informal notes intended as a meeting leadership tool. Weekly sequences of prioritized discussion topics, questions and issues for the group. There is structural diversity using a combination of workbook material, scripture reading assignments and life applications. Occasional side explorations of related historical or geographic matters. Discussion topics and approaches vary from week to week.: Notes

Would you like to hear people’s stories and provide encouragement? Or maybe you have incredible administrative skills and like to help organize systems. Consider applying to be a Care Minister (CM).

At Resurrection we strive to do ministry with excellence. One way is through the partnership between our CMs and our pastors. With a congregation our size, we rely on trained CMs to serve with each of our pastors and staff in Congregational Care in making hospital visits, following up on prayer requests, providing one-on-one support for those going through a difficult issue, and much more.

What is a CM?

Care Ministers are volunteers specifically trained to work alongside pastors and staff to minister to and care for our congregation. Once an applicant is accepted to the team, training is provided based on Rev. Karen Lampe's book The Caring Congregation, which serves as a manual to guide us, organize our congregations for care, and equip people to listen, visit, comfort and encourage congregants.

CMs make hospital visits, call people in need of personal contact, meet one-on-one with those in need of a listening ear for prayer and encouragement, offer support to grieving families, proactively seek to encourage and care for persons in need and much more. CMs are assigned to a pastor based on the worship service they typically attend, and they work together as a team. While there is a wide variety of duties a CM can do, most serve in areas where they feel most gifted.

Our training covers topics such as Organizational Development, Theology of Care, Boundaries and Ethical Practices, Listening, Older Adult Ministry, Hospital Visits, Death and Prayer.

Find Your CM by Worship Service

What are the CM Requirements?

Biblical and Theological Requirements

Because Care Ministers will be partnering with pastors to offer some of the care previously done only by our pastors, it is important that these persons have basic theological and biblical training. Care Ministers are strongly encouraged to complete at least one year of Disciple Bible Study.

The following may be substituted for Disciple:

• Participation in an 8-week “Getting to Know Your Bible” study or other extensive study of Scripture (please provide explanation in application)
• Reading Making Sense of the Bible by Rev. Adam Hamilton and discuss with a pastor
• Involvement in a group that is aiding in your spiritual growth

We ask that Care Ministers know and support Resurrection’s values and perspectives articulated in the following statements. You don’t have to agree with every part of each statement, but as a leader at Resurrection we expect you to represent these values to our congregants. https://safegatherings.com/

• LGBTQ+ inclusion (View here)
• Vision for Racial Justice (View here)
• Inerrancy of Scripture statement (View here)

Required Training

• All Care Ministers will be required to complete the Care Ministers Training Course. This course covers information over seven weeks on Sacred Spaces, Methodism, Hospital Visits, Boundaries, Counseling, Prayer, Funeral and Silver Link Ministries.
• Care Ministers will also be required to be certified through The United Methodist Church’s Safe Gatherings training. This course can be taken online at www.safegatherings.com.

Other Requirements

• Ideally, Care Ministers have been active members of the Church of the Resurrection for three years. However, we also recognize that we have new and growing campuses (including online) and this may not be possible. Exceptions may be made at the discretion of Resurrection's pastoral staff. For consideration, we ask that you connect with an appointed pastor at Resurrection and attach a reference to this application.
• Fulfill the four expectations of our members: 1. Attending worship each weekend except when sick or out of town, 2. actively pursuing growth in the Christian life through participation in a small group or some other form of Christian discipleship, 3. serving God with their time in the ministry of the church, and 4. giving financially in proportion to one’s income with the tithe being the goal.
• Care Ministers will be required to agree to and sign the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Volunteer Leader Covenant (see attached). As leaders, we set the tone and pace for the entire congregation. We shape the heart, character and life of this Christian community. For this reason, it is vital that we walk the Christian walk. Spiritually healthy leaders will produce a spiritually healthy church. With this in mind, the following covenant was developed to guide our life together as leaders. We use these standards to hold ourselves accountable to pursuing the Christian life. And in so doing, we recognize that it is God’s grace which calls forth our faithful response and it is God’s grace which brings such transformation in our lives.
• Agree to and sign the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection Volunteer Leader Covenant. As leaders, we set the tone and pace for the entire congregation. We shape the heart, character and life of this Christian community, so it is vital that we walk the Christian walk. Spiritually healthy leaders will produce a spiritually healthy church. With this in mind, this covenant was developed to guide our life together as leaders. We use these standards to hold ourselves accountable to pursuing the Christian life, and in so doing, we recognize that it is God’s grace which calls forth our faithful response and it is God’s grace which brings such transformation in our lives.
• Commit at least three hours per week to this ministry.

To Apply

If you are interested in being a Care Minister, please complete and return an application to the Congregational Care Office or email it to Pastor Wendy Lyons Chrostek.

Download the Application