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Christ's Love, Our Foundation
Grow Deep, Reach Wide
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As part of his sabbatical, Pastor Zac has started his walk on the Katy Trail. He will walk 225 miles over 11 days. While we shouldn't disturb this time of spiritual renewal for PZ, he will send us occasional virtual "post cards" to let us know how he is doing. Use the button below to read his postcards as we receive them. | |
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QUESTIONS-AND-ANSWERS WITH BISHOP CANDEA
Sunday, June 30 | 9:30 AM | Gathering Place
Grab a coffee or snack from the café and join Bishop Candea after worship for a Question-and-Answer session. She will answer your questions about the recent resolutions passed at the 2024 Central States Synod Assembly. (Resolutions include "Pastoral Leadership Transitions in the Central States Synod", "Resolution to Become a Reconciling in Christ Synod", and "2024 Resolution on Peace and Climate Justice".) Bishop Candea will answer questions about what these resolutions mean at a synodical level, including what it means for our synod to be Reconciling in Christ.
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ATONEMENT PHOTO GALLERIES NOW AVAILABLE! | |
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Online photo galleries of Atonement happenings and events are now available! You may use the button below to view galleries that are member-accessible. Check back ofter as we will continue to add new galleries.
PLEASE NOTE: These galleries are for members and friends of Atonement Lutheran Church only. Please use caution when sharing the photos with others and be sure to only share them with people you trust. We ask that you do not share the link to the full page on social media (you may share individual images).
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Saturday, July 13 | 9:00 AM
Atonement Gathering Place
Grief Support Group is an opportunity to find comfort and companionship in a safe place, knowing you are not alone. We would love to have you join us. Contact Pastor Jordan for more information.
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Whether it's a cause for joy, a challenge, or a particular intention you are holding close to your heart, click the button below to add your prayer request to the Prayer Vine and/or the Prayer Sheet found in the bulletin insert. (You are always welcome to remain anonymous.)
If you would like to receive the Prayer Vine so that you may pray for others, please contact Pastor Jordan and let her know.
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WORSHIP SCRIPTURE READINGS | |
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Readings for June 22-23
First: Job 38:1-11
Second: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13
Gospel: Mark 4:35-41
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Readings for June 29-30
First: Lamentations 3:22-23
Second: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15
Gospel: Mark 5:21-43
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KFaM
Kids & Family Ministry
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CAMP TOMAH SHINGA
June and July | Variety of dates available
Camp Tomah Shinga - Junction City, KS
A generous camp donor is offering a $100 gift for each camper. Atonement also has a campership fund (provided by one of our own sweet members) that allows us to reimburse parents $50 for partial weeks and $100 for full-week campers. Let Boo know when you’ve registered! Visit the KFaM news page to register for FAMILY CAMP and/or 1ST - 6TH GRADER CAMP!
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VBS / DAY CAMP AT ATONEMENT SUCCESS
Atonement kids (preschool – kindergarten) enjoyed VBS mornings at Atonement this past week and older kids (1st-6th grade) enjoyed day camp at Atonement and Brookridge Park thanks to Camp Tomah Shinga counselors. THANK YOU to the volunteers and amazing Camp Tomah Shinga counselors for making to commitment to our little ones! We couldn’t have done it without you!
Visit the VBS photo gallery to see photos from the week. Check back often, as more photos will be added throughout the week!
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NOTE: We had to update the calendar due to conflicting events, double-check if you have already signed up! | |
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FALL SUNDAY SCHOOL MORNING TEAM NEEDS YOU!
Let's be here for the next generation! We have a story to tell, faith to share, baptism promises to keep, and love to give! Click the button below to look over the list of positions for next year’s Sunday morning team, talk to God, and see if you are being nudged to be part of the team. Call, text, or email Boo McCready with questions.
Our team meeting will be Wednesday, August 21 at 6:30 PM.
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KFAM PICNIC - JOIN THE FUN
July 13, 2024 | 5:30 PM
Franklin Park @ Roe Ave & Somerset Drive, Prairie Village, KS 66208
KFaM peeps and Atonement friends will get together and fire up the grill for a little summer fun at Franklin Park. Everyone is invited!
Please RSVP using the link below if you can join us!
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UPCOMING BAPTISMS
Eloise Powell and Archer Powell | June 23, 2024
Preston Rausch and Kingston Rausch | July 13, 2024
Charlotte Siegman | July 28, 2024
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YFaM
Youth & Family Ministry
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REMAINING YOUTH TRIPS
Our Youth have two more summer trips coming up this year. From July 7 through July 13, high school students head to Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp in Colorado. From July 16 through July 23, 75 local youth head to New Orleans, Louisiana, for the National Youth Gathering. Please pray for all the youth and their adult leaders as they travel on these trips.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
CAMP SUCCESS
Middle school students had an amazing time at Rainbow Trail Camp June 9-15. The week was full of fun, with plenty of time for praising Jesus. We spent an amazing full day on a hike in the mountains experiencing creation. We also had a great time whitewater rafting, and who can forget the amazing dance party we had? Camp was a week full of our students getting to experience God in a place like no other. Click the link below to check out photos from the trip.
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YOUTH MUSIC MISSION TRIP UPDATE
Youth from Atonement’s handbell program traveled to Tulsa, Oklahoma June 7-9. They spent time in community service, musical service, worship, and fellowship. On Saturday morning they put together “grace bags”. These bags contain a variety of easy-to-open food, water, and toiletries, which are handed out in the community to those in need. They then traveled to a local nursing home to perform a concert for residents which included eight musical selections played as a choir, two individual bell tree selections, and four piano selections. They also traveled to Reconciliation Park to learn about the Tulsa Massacre in Greenwood. Fellowship activities included pool time, playing the “cup” game, and exploring Tulsa’s outdoor Gathering Place.
The youth also played multiple selections for Fellowship Lutheran Church’s Sunday morning worship service and played for the Hispanic church plant hosted by Fellowship Lutheran. The youth and adults appreciate all of your prayers and support!
If you have questions about the youth handbell choir, please contact Julie Assel, Director of Handbells and Youth Instrumental Music
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CONCERT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Various concerts, all open to the public, are being planned for Atonement's sanctuary in the summer and fall. Volunteers are always needed to help set up these outside concerts. Please contact Rick Deasley for more information and to volunteer your time and talents to serve in this way!
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"Act justly, love mercy, walk humbly" Micah 6:8 | |
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HELP PACK 500 MLM SACK LUNCHES!
MLM distributes over 750 sack lunches every month at its 3 sites - and they are in need for more! The Outreach team will host a Sack Lunch Packing Party on Saturday, June 29th, at 9:30 AM in the Sunshine Room. We hope to have 20 people to volunteer - adults, teens, and children are welcome!
Sign up at the green Outreach table in the lobby - or click the button below. And thank you for helping to feed our neighbors!
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"CHRISTMAS IN JULY" BENEFITTING
MLM'S 2024 CHRISTMAS STORE
Each July we support MLM and their annual Christmas Store, as they work to serve hundreds of families in metro KC at Christmas time. The tree will be up in the Narthex beginning July 6-7. You are invited to take one (or more!) tags from the tree, purchase the item(s) new, and place them under the tree by July 31st. If you have any questions, please email Bette Croes.
Most needed items:
· Children’s Coats 2T
· Women’s Coats (XL-4XL)
· Men’s Coats (2XL-4XL)
· Blankets (King and Queen)
· Small Kitchen Appliances (No Toasters or Hand Mixers, Please)
· Men’s, Women’s, and Teen Gifts
· Pots and Pans
· Men’s Undershirts (MultiPacks, All Sizes)
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“FEED THE NEED” SUCCESS!
Thank you for your generous donations to our "Feed the Need" drive on June 15! In the past year, Jewish Family Services has more than doubled the number of families they serve each month to over 800 families - you DID make a difference for so many!
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PASTOR JORDAN'S TUESDAY TRIVIA NIGHT
Tuesday, June 25 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Chicken N Pickle
5901 W. 135th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66223
If you haven’t joined Pastor Jordan for trivia night in the past, you're missing out. This month, PJ is switching it up a bit and moving the event to Chicken N Pickle, 5901 W. 135th St. Overland Park, Kansas 66223. Bring a friend or two and join the fun. Just don’t forget your thinking caps! Contact Pastor Jordan for more information. Please use the button to the right to sign up in advance.
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ATONEMENT'S GOLF GROUP
Tee Times - Thursdays | 5:51 pm and 6:00 PM
Sykes Lady Golf Club, 12501 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS 66213
Contact: Dennis Allerheiligen
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WHY COOK? SUPPER CLUB
Sunday, June 23 | 6:00 PM
Maggiano's Little Italy, 7025 West 135th Street, Leawood, KS 66223
Enjoy conversation with old friends and new over dinner.
RSVP to Janette Schumm
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CRAFTERS' GROUP
Tuesday, July 9 | 10:00 AM
Atonement Sunshine Room
Bring your project and enjoy time with other crafters!
Contact: Janice Kindred or Marcia Mack
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XYZ SENIORS GROUP
Thursday, June 20 | 11:00 AM
NOTE: CHANGE OF LOCATION TO GATHERING PLACE
June's speaker will be Fred Kipp, a retired pro baseball player. Guests are always welcome; you are never too young to attend. PLEASE NOTE: This will be the last XYZ meeting until September. Sign up at the table in the narthex/lobby. Contact: Jade Scarlett
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NOVEL IDEAS BOOK CLUB
Thursday, July 18 | 7:00 PM
Atonement Room 109
Join other avid readers to discuss the current book we are reading together.
Contact: Marcia Mack
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WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS (CIRCLES)
Various Times and Locations
Join a circle group for conversation and fellowship!
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MARY CIRCLE
Thursday, July 11 | 1:00 PM
Atonement Sunshine Room
(July and August will be at the home of Adelaide Stevenson)
Contact: Dorothy Dykman
SARAH CIRCLE
This circle is taking the summer off and will resume meeting on September 9, 2024 on the first Monday of each month at 1:00 PM at Atonement.
Contact: Shirley Foss
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JOY CIRCLE
Tuesday, July 9 | 7:00 PM
Off-site
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the homes of members, using the Gather Magazine as a study resource.
Contact: Gerry Barrett
HOPE CIRCLE
This circle is taking a summer hiatus until fall and will resume meeting on September 9, 2024 on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at Atonement. Contact: Lynn Bleck
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MONDAY BIBLE STUDY
Meets the 3rd Monday of the month (September, October, January, February, March, April, and May), at Atonement from 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM.
Join in for Bible/book studies on various topics.
Contact: Barbara Mock, barbarajmock@outlook.com
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For more information on upcoming Small Group events, visit the Small Groups Ministry News Page using the button below. | |
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NEXT COUNCIL MEETING
June 27, 2024 | 6:30 PM
Atonement Sunshine Room
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This month we will welcome the newly elected members to the Council and elect executive team positions. | |
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CENTRAL STATES SYNOD ASSEMBLY UPDATE
The 2024 ELCA Central States Synod Assembly was held June 6-8 in Olathe, KS. The Synod staff has prepared a summary of this year's event available on the Synod Assembly Web Page. It includes a video message from Bishop Candea and video replays of much of the Assembly.
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SUMMER WORSHIP TIMES:
Saturday @ 5:00 PM
Sunday @ 9:30 AM
Café coffee is available at 9:00 AM on Sunday
Refreshments are available after Sunday worship
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Atonement Lutheran Church
(913) 648-0595
9948 Metcalf; Overland Park KS 66212
www.atoneluth.org
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM -3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 m-12:00 NOON
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