Weekly News

March 15, 2025

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

This Sunday

March 16, 2025


Second Sunday in Lent

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

 

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

 

St. Patrick's Day Dinner tonight

6:00 pm 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 tonight, 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

 

Necessity Pantry Ingathering tomorrow

Proverbs 28:27

He who gives to the poor will never want


Tomorrow is our monthly ingathering for the Necessity Pantry. The pantry provides personal care items for individuals and families in financial stress.


Always needed items include shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, shaving cream, bath soap, lotion, deodorant, laundry detergent, toilet paper and feminine hygiene and incontinence products. Cash donations are also gratefully accepted.


The Necessity Pantry is a cooperative ministry supported by the Church of the Resurrection in Blue Springs, St. Anne’s in Lee’s Summit, Trinity and St. Michael’s in Independence, and St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Independence.


St. Michael's has let us know they would like to gift to their clients at Christmas time small freebies (like colorful stamps, dreamcatchers, notepads without your name on them, etc.) that you receive in the mail from charities. There will be a small basket in the Narthex for your contributions!

 

Men's Breakfast Tuesday at 7:00 am

Bring your appetite!


Please join fellow parishioners for the monthly men's breakfast to be held next Tuesday, March 18, beginning at 7:00 am at the Royal Biscuit, 1426 U.S. Hwy 40, Blue Springs.


The Royal Biscuit offers a 20% discount on Tuesdays for senior citizens and military.


Contact Gary Zumwalt 816-517-8941 if you have questions.

 

Play Lent Madness on-line

Learn about our Saints


Lent Madness is a fun, engaging way to learn about the Church’s Calendar of Saints. Play anytime!


Visit lentmadness.org to fill out your bracket for a chance to win the “Golden Halo!” And it's free!


The format is straightforward: 32 saints are placed into a tournament-like single elimination bracket. Each pairing remains open for a set period of time and people vote for their favorite saint. 16 saints make it to the Round of the Saintly Sixteen; eight advance to the Round of the Elate Eight; four make it to the Faithful Four; two to the Championship; and the winner is awarded the coveted Golden Halo.


The first round consists of basic biographical information about each of the 32 saints. Things get a bit more interesting in the subsequent rounds with quotes and quirks, exploring of legends, and saintly kitsch.


This last week, Mechthild of Magdeburg swept to victory over Ninian 66% to 34% to advance to the Saintly Sixteen!

 

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

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Resurrection will be hosting the ecumenical dinner on April 2.  Please join us for this special evening of worship and fellowship. Sign-up in the Narthex to let us know you are planning to attend.

 

Central Deanery farewell Eucharist and Meal for Bishop Diane

Tomorrow at 3:00 pm in Clinton


The Central Deanery will celebrate the ministry of Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce tomorrow, Sunday, March 16, with a farewell Eucharist and meal, beginning at 3:00 pm at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1837 E. Highway 7, in Clinton.


Attendees are encouraged to bring a side dish to share.



 

Ordination and Consecration of the Very Rev. Amy Dafler Meaux

Saturday, May 3


On May 3, 2025, God-willing, Bishop-elect Amy Dafler Meaux will be consecrated as the IX Bishop of The Diocese of West Missouri.


The service will be held at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City at 10:00 am, with overflow seating available in Founders’ Hall.


Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe will be administering Communion in Founders’ Hall.


There will be a reception following the service.


If you would like to attend the consecration, please submit your registration by Saturday, March 29 (Click on the Consecration Registration button below.)

Consecration Registration
 

Upcoming Events

Wednesdays at 1:00 pm: Bible Study

Thursdays at 6:00 pm: Adult Education


Sunday, March 16: Necessity Pantry ingathering

Tuesday, March 18: Men's breakfast at The Royal Biscuit at 7:00 am

Wednesday, March 19: Ecumenical Lenten Meal and Service at Good Shepherd Christian Church in Blue Springs at 5:30 pm - Fr. Jonathan, Preacher

Saturday, March 22: Outing to New Theatre and Restaurant to see Rumors

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

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

Friday, April 4: The planned outing to the Mavericks hockey game has been canceled

Saturday, April 5: Altar Guild clean-up at 9:00 am