Weekly News

March 1, 2025

Episcopal Church of the Resurrection
1433 NW R.D. Mize Road
Blue Springs, MO 64015

This Sunday

March 2, 2025


Last Sunday after the Epiphany

Holy Eucharist Rite I

8:00 am



Holy Eucharist Rite II

10:30 am


The Rev. Jonathan Galles

Celebrant

Service Bulletin

Readings

Server Schedule

Book of Common Prayer

Hymnal

No First Sunday Breakfast tomorrow

 

Watch the 10:30 am service on-line with Facebook or YouTube

Office hours at the church on Tuesdays from Noon to 3:00 pm

 

Confirmation of Tarasovics

At 3:00 pm tomorrow


Please join us tomorrow, Sunday, March 2, at 3:00 pm for the confirmation of Jason and Lindsay Tarasovic by Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce..


A reception of cake and punch will immediately follow the service.

 

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

next Tuesday at 6:00 pm

Bring last year's palms


As we leave the season of Epiphany, we prepare for the season of Lent!


We will celebrate all that is sweet with our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 4.


Please bring last year's palms to church for burning.

 

Ash Wednesday Services

Wednesday, March 5


12:00 Noon and 7:00 pm


Imposition of Ashes and Reconciliation


Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent, named for the custom of placing blessed ashes on the foreheads of worshipers at Ash Wednesday services. The ashes are a sign of penitence and a reminder of mortality. They are imposed with the sign of the cross. 


 

Ecumenical Lenten Series

Wednesdays at 5:30 pm


Resurrection will join other Blue Springs churches sharing food, fellowship and worship during Lent. Each week one church will host a 5:30 pm gathering for a common meal, followed by a 6:40 pm Lenten worship service.


The offering will go to support the work of Community Services League of Blue Springs.


March 12 at First Christian Church; 701 NW 15th St, Blue Springs; Preacher: Rev. Sarah Pierce

March 19 at Good Shepherd Christian Church; 111 SW Woods Chapel Rd, Blue Springs; Preacher: Rev. Jonathan Galles

March 26 at All Saints Lutheran Church; 421 SW 19th St, Blue Springs; Preacher: Rev. Dr. Andrew Florio

April 2 at Episcopal Church of the Resurrection; 1433 NW R D Mize Rd, Blue Springs; Preacher: Rev. Louie Lowe

April 9 at Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church; 3108 US Hwy 40; Blue Springs. Preacher: Rev. Steve Crandall

 

St. Patrick's Day Dinner on March 15

Sign-up in the narthex


Enjoy good fellowship and a traditional St. Pat's dinner of corned beef and cabbage, potatoes and carrots, salad, rolls, dessert and beverage on Saturday, March 15 at 6:00 pm.


Hot dogs and chips are also available for the little ones and non-Irish attending.


Even though we will be in Lent, God allows us to celebrate in a fashion that honors a Saint, as well as one that honors Christian fellowship!


Adults: $20, Children 5 - 12: $5, Under 5: Free

All proceeds go to church projects


Please sign-up in the Narthex or call Diane Gerlach to register in advance!


 

Mav's hockey game sign-up

Game on April 4


Please sign-up in the narthex if you are interested in attending a KC Mavericks hockey game as part of our church group on Friday, April 4.


The Mavs will take on the Rapid City Rush at the Cable-Dahmer Arena in Independence.


See Joe Owen if you have questions.

 

Upcoming Events

Wednesdays at 1:00 pm: Bible Study (not meeting on Ash Wednesday)

Thursdays at 6:00 pm: Adult Education


Sunday, March 2: No First Sunday Breakfast, Confirmation Service with Bishop Bruce at 3:00 pm

Tuesday, March 4: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner and Burning of Palms at 6:00 pm

Wednesday, March 5: Ash Wednesday Services at Noon and 7:00 pm; No Bible Study

Wednesday, March 12: Ecumenical Lenten Meal and Service at First Christian Church in Blue Springs at 5:30 pm; Vestry Meeting at 7:30 pm

Saturday, March 15: Daughters of the King meeting at 10:00 am; St. Patrick's Day dinner at 6:00 pm

Sunday, March 16: Necessity Pantry ingathering

Tuesday, March 25: Book Club at 1:00 pm

Saturday, March 29: All hands church clean-up event at 9:00 am