We seek God's healing love and share that love with all
by growing in relationship with God, each other, and our neighbors.
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What Comes After “Alleluia”?
A message from Mtr. Jean Long, Associate Rector
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On Easter Sunday, we sang it with everything we had: Jesus Christ is risen today, Alleluia! But after the hymns end and the lilies fade, we find ourselves back in the ordinary rhythm of life, driving home, making lunch, and starting a new week.
Fr. John named this so well in his Easter message. The question that follows every Easter is simply: “And then what?” How do we take that eager longing for new life and allow it to become something real and tangible in our everyday lives?
At St. Andrew’s, we see this new life most clearly in the neighbors who find their way to us each Sunday. They come with hope, looking for connection and for a faith community where they can belong. Welcoming them is a shared ministry of resurrection work. It is how we participate in the new life God is breathing into this community right now.
We invite you to consider whether any of these roles align with the ways you feel called to share your gifts this season:
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The Welcomers: If you naturally notice a new face or enjoy making people feel at ease, consider serving as a Greeter or Welcome Table Host on Sunday mornings. You are the first face of Christ many will see when they enter our doors.
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The Creatives: If you have an eye for beauty or a knack for the “little things,” help is needed to curate our Welcome Bags or ensure our front entrance offers a warm, welcoming presence. This ministry helps visitors feel expected and cherished before a word is spoken.
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The Encouragers: If your gift is quiet faithfulness or a desire for deeper connection, the Birthday Card Ministry or serving as a Connection Partner are vital roles. Connection Partners act as companions, walking alongside a newcomer as they get to know the St. Andrew’s community.
Continuing the Journey
Resurrection also means tending to our own spiritual growth. Two formation opportunities begin soon to help us take that next step together:
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I Will, With God’s Help (Thursdays, 6 p.m., beginning April 16): A deep dive into living our baptismal promises in a complicated world.
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Welcome to the Church Year (Fridays, 10:30 a.m., beginning April 24): An exploration of the symbols and rhythms that shape our faith.
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Finally, at the end of the month, our Haiti Fundraiser offers a way to carry this Easter joy outward into the world.
Take Your Step
The “Take a Step into Resurrection” card is the central place to sign up for classes or join any of these welcome ministries. To participate, click here, fill out a card on Sunday morning, or reach out to Mtr. Jean at jean@standrewkc.org.
Let’s step into this new life together.
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HVAC Update: No Heat or Cooling This Sunday
As we begin this Eastertide, some new life is coming to our facility, too. The church’s HVAC systems are being replaced, funded by special gifts from several generous parishioners, led by Frank Thompson. The work began the day after Easter, and the first system to be replaced serves the nave (our worship space). We anticipate the new nave system being in place early in the coming week. But, in the meantime, we will have no heat or air conditioning in the worship space this Sunday, April 12. Given the rainy forecast, we’ll have dehumidifiers on hand to take the edge off the moisture. But with a low of 66 and high of 72 on Sunday, we’ve been blessed with a good day not to have heating or cooling in place. Looking to the week ahead, the units serving the rest of the church’s ground level will be replaced next, with new units coming online over the following two to three weeks.
| | Easter is not just a single day. It’s a way of life we follow. That raises a question: What does this look like in my life? At St. Andrew’s, Easter living takes shape over time through community, learning, and prayer. | | |
Find Community
Companion Groups
Small groups that meet regularly in homes, coffee shops, or at church for conversation, prayer, and support.
20s & 30s
A community for young adults navigating work, relationships, and life.
- Discussion group at HJ’s after the 10:15 a.m. service
- Monthly brunch (third Sundays)
- Social gatherings and service opportunities
Back Porch Alliance (Weds., 6:00 p.m., HJ’s patio)
With no agenda but friendship, no work but to bring your preferred beverage (and, if you like, a snack to share), parishioners gather around the fire pit for fellowship.
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Learn & Reflect
Sunday Mornings
Christian Journey (9:00–10:00 a.m., Auxiliary Room & Zoom)
A book discussion exploring theology and spiritual life
Café 9:15 (9:15–10:00 a.m., Undercroft & Zoom)
A relaxed conversation about the Sunday Scripture readings
During the Week
Men’s Lectionary Group (Thursdays, 7:30 a.m., HJ’s)
Discussion of the upcoming Sunday Scripture readings
Christian History Class (Fridays, April 17–May 22, 10:30 a.m., Church Library) We’ll explore the meaning of the Church year using Welcome to the Church Year by Vicki K. Black. Together, we’ll look at how the Church’s seasons, symbols, and traditions developed over time—and how they continue to shape how we live our faith today. Books may be purchased online, or copies will be available in the church office for $20 beginning April 9. Please read Chapters 1–2 before April 17.
I Will, With God’s Help (Thursdays, April 16–May 21, 6:00 p.m., HJ’s)
At every baptism, we renew our Baptismal Covenant. The words are familiar—but living them out is not always easy. In a divided world, the call to this covenant can feel difficult. We’ll gather to name those challenges honestly and explore how we might live into the covenant with greater clarity and intention.
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Pray & Be Still
Sacred Spaces (Tues., 6:00-6:30 p.m., HJ’s & online)
A weekly time for silence, centering prayer, and meditation (4th Tuesdays include a short teaching and discussion)
Sacred Spaces Book Discussion (2nd Tues., 6:30-7:30 p.m.)
Conversation on contemplative spiritual practice
Yoga (Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., HJ’s)
A gentle, reflective practice connecting movement, breath, and awareness
Seasonal Retreats and Taizé Worship
Additional opportunities for reflection, including the Practicing the Presence of God retreat May 29-31 (more info below).
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On Your Own
Five Minutes With God
A daily devotional to help you reflect on Scripture and notice how resurrection is taking shape for you every day. Copies are available in the entryway.
The Good Book Club
Make your way through the most vital parts of the Bible with a daily email or text from St. Andrew’s. It offers a one-line summary followed by a brief reading from the scriptures. Sign up through the Connect Card.
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Children & Youth
Children’s Sunday School (Birth–4th Grade)
• Offered during the 10:15 a.m. service
• Story, prayer, music, and creative activity
• Nursery care available
• All volunteers are background-checked
Youth Group (Grades 5–12)
• Middle School: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
• High School: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
• Middle school and high school youth groups offered on alternate weeks.
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Ready to Get Started?
Whether you are new or have been at St. Andrew’s for a while, take any of these simple steps: fill out a Connect Card and tell us what you’re interested in exploring, text GUEST to 816-312-5152, or pick up a Connect Card at the Welcome Table after the service. Questions about any of these offerings? Contact Mtr. Jean Long at jean@standrewkc.org. You don’t have to figure this out on your own. We’d be glad to walk with you as you take your next step into resurrection.
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Volunteer at Our Brookside Farmers' Market Coffee Tent
St. Andrew's is once again hosting a coffee tent during the Brookside Farmers' Market 2026 outdoor season, held every Saturday morning from April 11 to October 31 at the HJs Community Center parking lot. Please join us as often as your schedule allows, whether once or twice during the season or as a regular volunteer. Enjoy coffee and conversation while building community with the market farmers, guests, and each other! We are looking for volunteers to serve coffee and start conversations in one of two shifts: 7:40 to 9:30 a.m. or 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. Two volunteers are needed per shift. To sign up contact Gina Heise or sign-up here. Thank you!
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Take Home an Easter Lily
Take home a bit of St. Andrew’s Easter with you. After the 10:15 a.m. service, the Easter lilies will be available for you to bring home and enjoy in your own space. Whether you place them indoors as a reminder of the season or plant them in your garden, they can continue to be a sign of new life beyond Easter Day. In years past, many parishioners have planted their lilies outside and delighted in seeing them bloom again in seasons to come.
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Birthday Card Ministry
St. Andrew’s sends birthday cards to parishioners throughout the year as a simple way of staying connected within our parish community. We are looking for several volunteers to join our current team and help with this monthly ministry. Writers are scheduled by month, and cards may be written at church or taken home, whatever works best for you. All materials are provided.If interested, please contact Mtr. Jean at jean@standrewkc.org.
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Ride Ministry at St. Andrew’s
Thanks to a generous estate gift from parishioner Tina Norton, we’re excited to launch a new Ride Ministry to help parishioners get to worship, church events, and even medical appointments. In partnership with Lyft, rides will be available at no cost to you.
To request a ride, simply email rides@standrewkc.org (or call the church office if email is a challenge) with your name, phone number, pickup location, destination, and times. You can also complete an online form here.
Mtr. Rita Kendagor and Brittany Conge will coordinate your ride and ensure you’re connected with a driver.
| | Can't make it to church this Sunday? Remember that St. Andrew's broadcasts each worship service to our website and our YouTube Channel. You can also catch the sermon the following week on our social media channels. Check out our Linktree for your preferred way to connect with worship http://linktr.ee/standrewskc. | | | |
Jesus With You . . . at Home
If you're worshipping at home, you can pick up consecrated wafers to use during our celebrations of Holy Eucharist. They're available in a basket in the narthex, or from the office, anytime the church is open. If getting out is a challenge, we'll be happy to deliver wafers to you. Just contact Mary Sanders (by email or at 816-523-602, ext. 110) about arranging delivery.
If you need help connecting to St. Andrew’s Online to participate in worship opportunities, but your computer is giving you trouble, just contact Deacon Adam James or 816-352-2742 for assistance.
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Hearing-Assist Devices
You may have noticed a stand of headphones as you come in from the porte-cochere on Sundays. These are hearing-assist devices that amplify the sound system during worship. If you would like to use one, just pick it up as you come in!
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Haiti Fundraiser Save the Date
Join us on April 26th for a cocktail party at HJ’s Youth and Community Center benefitting St. Augustin School in Maniche, Haiti. All donations collected will be used to fund the lunch program that our students rely on. Enjoy a cocktail, a light bite, and hear updates about the lives of the students at St. Augustin. Click the image above to RSVP.
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Practicing the Presence of God Retreat
May 29–31, 2026 | Savior Pastoral Center (Kansas City, KS)
Join St. Andrew’s Contemplative Ministries Commission for a two-night guided silent retreat led by Rev. Canon Lisa Senuta, centered on the teachings of Brother Lawrence.
This retreat offers gentle guidance into silence, communal prayer, reflection, and spiritual direction—whether it’s your first silent retreat or a familiar practice. Come experience rest, community, and a deeper awareness of God’s presence in daily life.
Details:
• Begins Friday, May 29 at 5 p.m. (check-in 3–5 p.m.); concludes Sunday at noon
• $250/per person, single accommodation; $210/per person, double accommodation, includes meals.
• Simple accommodations with private baths (Strecker Suites)
Participants are asked to attend the full weekend. Click here to sign up or learn more.
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Trinity Guild Meeting & Luncheon
Thursday, April 23, 10:30 a.m., St. Andrew’s Jewell Room
The ladies of the Trinity Guild invite you to the next luncheon on Thurs, April 23 at 10:30am. Our speaker will be Martha Breckenridge, who will tell us the history of the beautiful stained glass windows in our church. Please RSVP to Jean Kiene.
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Sunday School
Our classrooms are located in the Children’s Wing. Signs in the church entryway will help you find your way to each room. Each room is identified by a brightly colored door—look for the matching heart color to help guide you:
- ❤️ Nursery (Infant–3 years) – Christa McLaughlin
- 💛 Yellow Room (3yrs -Pre-K) – Sally Cox
- 💚 Green Room (Kindergarten–1st Grade) – Sarah Thompson
- 💙 Blue Room (2nd–4th Grade) – Veronica Wiebold
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April
- Apr 12 – High School Youth Group | 6:00–7:00 PM
- Apr 19 – Middle School Youth Group | 4:30–5:30 PM
- Apr 19 – Leadership Interviews | 12:00–4:00 PM
- Apr 26 – Acolyte Training | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
- Apr 26 – High School Outreach Day (Haiti Project) | 6:00–7:00 PM
- Apr 28–30 – Haiti Project Prep | 3:00–6:00 PM
For questions about youth ministry, leadership roles, or events, please contact: Veronica Wiebold, Veronica@standrewkc.org
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The 20s and 30s are often a time of change and growth. In the midst of busy schedules and life transitions, this group gathers to build friendships, explore faith, and share life together through conversation, laughter, and service.
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Weekly Discussion Group: Meets after the 10:15 a.m. service at HJ’s Community Center to reflect on the week’s Gospel reading and sermon.
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Third Sunday Brunch: On the third Sunday of each month, the group gathers after the 10:15 a.m. service for brunch. Participants meet in the Jewell Room before heading to a nearby restaurant for an informal time of connection.
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Game Nights & Social Events: Game Nights are held every other month on the fourth Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at HJ’s (next one in April). On alternating months, the group gathers for other social events at varying times and locations.
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Service Opportunities: Members regularly volunteer with the Free Store ministries and participate in other service opportunities at church and in the wider community throughout the year.
For more information or to get connected, contact Tim Dodderidge, 20s/30s Vestry Liaison.
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Adult Spiritual Growth
"We have a policy of not limiting the theological reflection of St. Andrew's members. Groups don't have to get their materials approved by a central authority; in fact, we actively encourage members to start discussion groups that come from different perspectives. That's the Episcopal way." - Fr. John Spicer, Rector
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Café 9:15
Sunday morning, 9:15-10 a.m.
Christian Journey
Sunday, 8:45-10 a.m.
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Good Book Club
Daily
Men's Lectionary Group
Thursday, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
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You can mail your gifts to the church, give online, or text STANDREWKC to 73256.
Send a Venmo gift to @StAndrews-EpiscopalChurch. Be sure to notate your intention for the gift.
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Please remember that St. Andrew's is here for you. If you are in need or you are aware of another parishioner in need of assistance, please email Mtr. Rita Kendagor, assistant rector. You can also submit a request online or call the church office at 816-523-1602.
Send us your prayer requests through a form, our Facebook page,
or by texting PRAYER to 816-312-5152.
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Rebecca
Chuck
Sigie
Judith
Michael
Steve S.
Frances
Rozzie
Bobbie
Helen
Marie
Mike
Becca
Hans
Tucker
Nancy
Cory
Abby
Thaddeus
Bill
Melina
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Steve H.
Gail
Peter
Corbin
Carol
Austin
Joanna
Frances
Steve
Wendy
Scott
Allie
Rick
Walt
Katie
Bennett
Quincie
Dick O.
Erin K.
Sally
Connie
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Elizabeth
Katie
Kaden
Penny
Maggie R.
Larry S.
Kathleen S.
David P.
Jamie P.
Taylor M.
Mason & family
Jim
Grant
Carrie
Jerold & Isaac
Laura (Lolly)
Frank
Peggy
DeVette
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Worship is in person and livestreamed each Sunday.
Friday at 12 p.m. – Noon Eucharist – Watch here
Sunday at 8 a.m. – Rite I Holy Eucharist – Watch here
For those who find spiritual comfort and strength in the rich Elizabethan language of centuries-old worship, our early-morning service of prayer, Scripture, a sermon, a musical solo, and time-honored hymns, is the perfect way to start your Sabbath.
Sunday at 10:15 a.m. – Rite II Holy Eucharist – Watch here
Worship the Lord in the beauty of Scripture, a sermon, and prayers for ourselves and our world. Glorious hymns, organ, and choral music intertwine with the spoken parts of our celebration. We offer online Children’s Chapel via Zoom before 10 a.m.; and in-person Sunday school during the 10 a.m. service.
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Bulletin & Messenger Deadline
The publication deadline for the Saturday Messenger and Sunday bulletin is on Sunday at noon one week before publication.
Material received after Sunday at noon will be added to the next week's publications.
Please submit material to Erin Lemanski (erin@standrewkc.org)
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