Second's children and choir kicked off our Palm Sunday service with a joyful palm parade. |
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Second Helpings | April 12, 2022 |
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Maundy Thursday Bible Study & Communion
Thursday, April 14, 6:30 p.m., Community Room
Join us as we reflect on Jesus' last meal with his disciples and his commandment to love one another. Communion will be served.
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Good Friday:
"The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis"
Screening & Discussion
Friday, April 15, 6-8 p.m. in the Chapel
Experience C.S. Lewis' profound journey from vigorous debunker of Christianity to become, as he said, "the most reluctant convert in all England." Through Max McLean's detailed and masterful performance, Lewis tells his story of grief, loss and redemption in his own magnificent words; and delivers the provocative, intellectual and spiritual insights that made him the most influential Christian writer of the past century. Join us for this special screening and discussion. Sponsored by the Adult Faith Formation Committee.
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Easter Block Party & Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Second
This free, family-friendly event will include an egg hunt, candy, a food truck, a petting zoo, and face painting.
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Holy Saturday Walk of the Cross
Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. at Ilus W. Davis Park, KCMO
On Holy Saturday, the church stands between the intersection of death and life -- holding in tension what is and what can be. Join The Open Table, in partnership with Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, as we go downtown for our own "Stations of the Cross" walk through the city. The walk itself is about 1.5 miles and will take one hour. During the walk, we will pause at many different sites in KCMO, lamenting the many ways Jesus still suffers today. We will meet on Saturday, April 16, at 10 a.m. at Ilus W. Davis Park in KCMO -- at the intersection of Oak St. and E. 11th St. |
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Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 17
Join us as we celebrate the hope and promise found in Christ's resurrection!
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- Services will be held at 9:30 and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
- Childcare in the nursery will be available all morning.
- No adult or children's Sunday School classes will be held.
- Coffee hour will not be held this week.
- Following both services, all will be invited to add flowers to the cross, which will be set up on the church lawn.
- Youth group will meet Sunday evening at its regular time, 6-7:30 p.m.
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Highlighted News and Notes |
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Second Guess Trivia Night |
Friday, April 22, 6-8:30 p.m. at Second
Join us for the seventh annual "Second Guess Trivia Night," a fun-filled evening to support Second's mission and ministry! Sign ups are available for individuals and teams.
Individual tickets - $30
Reserve a table - $200
If you would like to attend, but cost is an issue, please contact Johnnie Baker at [email protected]. |
Trivia Silent Auction
From Royals and Sporting KC tickets to gift certificates to Aixois, Bella Napoli, El Patron, and more, there is something for everyone in Second's online auction!
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Wednesday Night Series
Fill Your Cup: Exploring practices to refresh your soul and reconnect with God
This Wednesday, April 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Second
Join us for the final installment in our six-week series exploring spiritual practices. Our theme will be "Engage," led by Rev. Melissa Bowers.
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Body & Soul: Beginner Yoga Series
No Class Tonight, 4/12
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Due to a power outage at Second and in the surrounding area, tonight's Body & Soul Yoga Class will not be meeting. We invite you to join us for our next class on Tuesday, April 19, 6-7 p.m. in the Chapel.
Reconnect mind, body, and soul in this beginner yoga class. All levels welcome. Please bring a mat, if you have one. Led by Rev. Kristin Riegel (RYT-200). Sponsored by Second's Faith Formation Committee. Free to attend.
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Second Family Camp - Registration Now Available |
Friday, April 29 - Sunday, May 1 at Heartland Center, Parkville, MO
All are invited to join us for Second Family Camp, April 29 - May 1 at Heartland Center. Children of all ages are welcome to participate, and there will be something for everyone.
Lodging options are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is also an option to come only for activities on Saturday (see the sign up form for details!).
Scholarship and financial assistance are available. For more information, contact Jimmy Itczak at [email protected].
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We had a great turnout on Sunday for our first Sunday Lunch in over two years! Thank you to our fantastic volunteers who prepared and served the meal, and cleaned up afterwards. Save the date and join us for our next Sunday Lunch on May 15, following worship. |
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Front Porch Concert Volunteers |
Next month, we look forward to the return of our Wednesday night front porch concerts, but we could use your help to make it all happen!
If you are available to help provide hospitality, please contact Jimmy Itczak at [email protected].
Are you a musician interested in performing, or do you have a recommendation for a local artist or band? Feel free to let Alex know!
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Memorial Service for Louise Davis this Saturday |
A memorial service for Louise Davis will be held this Saturday, April 16, at 3 p.m. in the Sanctuary with a reception to follow in Westminster Hall. The service will be livestreamed at secondpres.org/livestreaming and on Second's Facebook page. |
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Volunteers Needed for Easter Baskets Project with Covenant Pres |
Covenant Presbyterian Church will give Easter baskets to the Learning and Fun Preschool which is located across the street from the church. 83 baskets with individually wrapped candy and dyed eggs will be distributed to the children. The Anti-Racism Group will donate the eggs and the dye.
The Black and Brown Subcommittee of Second's Anti-Racism Group is requesting volunteers to help boil and dye the eggs tomorrow, April 13 and to fill the baskets with eggs and candy this Thursday, April 14. The time frame on both days will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Please contact [email protected] if you can help on either/both days for any portion of time. |
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Help Cook a Meal for Cherith Brook |
Wednesday, April 27, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Second's Kitchen (& at home options)
The Matthew 25 Committee is making a meal for Cherith Brook and would love your help. Join us in the kitchen on Wednesday, April 27, 2:30-4:30 p.m. or volunteer to prepare parts of the meal at home ahead of time. To volunteer or learn more, contact Rev. Kristin Riegel at [email protected] by April 25. |
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Thank you for your generous support of Second! You can give at any time here online, by texting 833-764-7003 with the keyword "SECONDKC," or by mailing a check to the church: 318 E. 55th St. Kansas City, MO 64113. |
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Covenant Class and Second Thoughts Class will both be off this Sunday, April 17, for Easter. Classes will resume Sunday, April 24.
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Open Book Discussion
Tonight, April 12, 7 p.m., Library at Second and on Zoom
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Meet the Artist Reception with Ken Downs
Sunday, April 24, 10:30 a.m. - Noon, Parlor Gallery
All are invited to a "Meet the Artist" reception with award-winning artist Ken Downs on April 24. "Using watercolor, acrylic and oil paints, I try to capture the beauty, balance and harmony in everyday scenes all around us." Ken says. Learn more about Ken and view his work on his Instagram profile, instagram.com/kenwdowns. |
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Anti-Racism Group Visit to Ft. Osage National Historic Landmark
Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m., Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
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Faith & Grief Lunch
Tuesday, May 3, 12-1 p.m. at Village Presbyterian Church
All are invited to join us for our next Faith & Grief Lunch on Tuesday, May 3, 12-1 p.m. at Village Presbyterian Church. Our guest speaker will be Lisa Mann, who will share her faith and grief journey and how she healed following the sudden death of her son, Jordan, from an undetected heart condition. Following Lisa’s reflection, our facilitated table conversations will provide a safe place to remember, listen, and pray together. You may share - or not - as you are comfortable.
A complimentary box lunch will be provided, and free-will offerings are appreciated. Pre-registration is helpful but not required. Register at faithandgrief.org/gatherings.
Faith & Grief Lunches are provided by Second and five other local congregations. For more information, visit facebook.com/faithandgriefkc or call 816-381-9249.
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Additional Small Groups & Gatherings
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Spirituality & Practice Small Group | Mondays, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom | Contact Rev. Melissa Bowers, [email protected]
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Thursday School | Thursdays, 12-1 p.m. in the Library and on Zoom | Currently reading The Faith Club: A Muslim, A Christian, and a Jew -- Three Women Seeking Understanding by Ranya Idiby | For more information and the Zoom link, contact Gwen Ervin, [email protected].
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Downtown Bible Study | Thursdays at Noon, Zoom & In-Person in the social room of San Francisco Tower at Crown Center | Contact Bill Tammeus, [email protected].
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Bridge Group | Wednesdays, 1 p.m. in the Community Room | All are welcome
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Trolley Run Road Closures, April 24
On Sunday, April 24, Brookside Blvd. will be closed from 6:30 a.m. - noon for the annual Trolley Run. Cars will be able to cross at 55th St. and other locations with police escort. This year's race includes the traditional four mile route plus an eight mile run. Course maps for both routes are available here.
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