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The OPCC Scene · 1
Volume 11, Issue 6 June/July 2015
The OPCC Scene
(Disciples of Christ)
7600 West 75th Street Overland Park, KS 66204 • 913.677.4646
www.opccdoc.org • @opccdoc (Twitter) • www.facebook.com/opccdoc
Sunday Services Worship — 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Christian Education — 9:30 a.m. Nursery care available between 8:20 a.m. and noon
Summer Sermon Series
Do you think you can read 299 words in a week? Not 299 pages, not 299 chapters, 299 words? Yes, you say? Perfect! Then you are ready for worship this summer!
As Christians, we of course desire to learn all that we can about God, and we often do so by reading from the Bible. However, there are few books in the Bible that are seldom studied, or discussed, and most
certainly not preached on! The shortest books of the Bible range from 299 words to 1321 words, and are very seldom the focus on a Sunday morning worship. Until now!
During the months of June and July, our worship focus will be on the shortest books of the Bible, with a short intermission for VBS Sunday. We will take time to look at these short books, encourage you to read
ahead, and dig deeper into our Christian faith by reading that “fine print” that so often gets overlooked.
June 7 – Jonah July 5 – Philemon June 14 – Haggai July 12 – 2 Thessalonians June 21 – 3 John (this one only has 299 words!) July 19 – Titus June 28 – VBS Sunday July 26 – Jude
Check out the overview of Jonah, read ahead – just 1300 words! We can’t wait to see you on Sunday for this fun series – guaranteed to be something new in worship!
Book of Jonah Overview Length: 48 Verses, 4 Chapters Main Character: Jonah, a prophet Review: Although this fishy tale is found amongst the minor prophets in the Old Testament, the book is unlike most other prophetic books because it is not a collection of a prophet’s messages. Instead, it is a short story about a disobedient prophet who becomes successful, even though he doesn’t want to be successful. The book is inside-out and upside-down. When the main character, Jonah, should be obedient, he runs away. When he should try to save his skin, he sleeps. When he should be praying for rescue, he sings praise. When he should sing praise, he curses God’s faithfulness. When he should be happy, he is mad. And then there’s chapter two and the ultimate deus ex machine: a big fish and an oddly-placed psalm.
Since the book ends with a question, so will we: Does the runaway prophet learn the lesson that God wants him to learn? Make that two questions: Do you learn the lesson that God wants you to learn? (Come tell us on Sunday!)
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June 19 @ 7:30pm
Movie night in the courtyard! We’ll grill hotdogs beginning at
7:30 and enjoy a picnic together while we wait for the sun to set.
The movie will be The Princess Bride!
Hotdogs will be provided. Bring a side dish or dessert to share and a blanket or chairs to sit on.
Vacation Bible School registration is open now for children and volunteers. You can register online by
going to http://2015.cokesburyvbs.com/opcc.
During our G-Force VBS, your children will discover that they can use God’s power in their lives to help
them Move! Act! Care! Follow! And Share!
Come be a part of G-Force Adventure Park during June 21-25 from 6 to 8:30 pm.
If you have any questions, contact Lisa Setty at 913-677-4646 or [email protected].
If you would like to donate supplies, we could use some snacks for the kids:
Teddy Grahams Goldfish Fig Newtons Rice Krispy Treats M&M’s chocolate chips flour tortillas Honey Nut Cheerios dried cranberries raisins
fresh veggies: carrots, celery, etc.
Our youth will be traveling to Albuquerque, NM, for a gathering of Disciples of Christ youth and
participating in mission activities during the week of June 28—July 3. Prayers for a safe trip, for meaningful experiences, for very mild bouts of
homesickness for our younger youth, and for a fun and enjoyable time are appreciated. We give
thanks for the DOC pastors who have stepped up to create these great mission trip opportunities!
Our group consists of the following youth and adults: Meghan Helser, Abby Horton, Alex Horton, Graham Lee, Ian Lee, Christy Reiter, Jake Reiter,
Kira Setty, Drew Wienberg, Lisa Setty, Alli Blackwood, and Layne Reiter.
MORE2 Banquet June 11, 2015
Union Station, KCMO 5:30pm Social Hour
7:00pm Dinner
Keynote Speaker, Rev. Dr. William E. Barber, II
OPCC recently joined the Metropolitan Organization for Racial and Economic Equity, a group of churches and community organizations working for social justice in the Kansas City area. OPCC's Outreach Commission is sponsoring a
table for the banquet. Contact Rev. Laura or Lois Wimpey to join us for an evening that will educate, energize, and excite you. Ticket cost underwritten by the OPCC Outreach Commission and Board. (BTW, Dr. Barber's preaching is AWESOME!!)
2015 General Assembly The Biennial gathering of the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ), the 2015 General Assembly, is set for July 18-22 in Columbus, Ohio and
planning is well underway. Rev. Laura will join thousands, that's right, thousands of other
Disciples from around the country, and the world, and there is STILL ROOM FOR YOU to join!
If you’ve been before, you’ll find a bounty of new worship experiences and learning tracks.
If you’ve never been, there is a website with a wealth of information, including a page just for you.
Go to ga.disciples.org to see the schedule, workshop offerings, and register online. Rev. Laura
will be representing Overland Park Christian, as well as the General Board of the CC (DOC), and
will join us back in KC following the conference. Look for updates on our website and our Facebook page if you would like to join in the
experience from here in Kansas City!
We are in the initial planning stages of our next mission trip to Costa Rica. Dates are not set at this time but we anticipate the trip to be in June 2016.
Members of our mission team must be at least 16 years old at the time of the trip. This is not a youth
mission trip but an intergenerational team. Past participants have ranged anywhere from 16 to 86.
Typically it costs $1500/per person. This includes airfare, ground transportation, lodging, food, and a
donation to our sister church in Costa Rica.
If you are interested in joining us in this experience please contact either Lisa Setty or Laura Phillips
for more information.
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When Disaster Strikes, Week of Compassion Responds
Last month's flooding in Texas caused significant damage to First Christian Church of San Marcos.
Floods and tornadoes in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kentucky, and elsewhere have ravaged
communities. Week of Compassion reaches out with emergency solidarity grants to assist churches and
communities. During the week of May 28 alone, WOC reached out with nine responses in 5 states.
Working with Disciples Disaster Relief, WOC is able to respond with longer tern assistance.
Through our ministry partners around the world, Week of Compassion is able to stand with our sisters
and brothers in the earthquake damaged areas of Nepal. We are helping with long term recovery in
Haiti. The list is long and grows each week. Gifts to WOC can be made at any time through OPCC, or
you may give online at www.weekofcompassion.org. And did you know that only 6-8% of your gift is
used for administration?!
Christian Women’s Fellowship Mary Martha Circle will meet on Thursday, June 11, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room.
After worship, Bible study, and our business meeting, we will have lunch at Santa Fe Café, 9946 West 87th
in Old Overland Park. All are welcome.
Men’s Fellowship Group Note New Time!
The Men’s Fellowship Group meets on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00–11:00 a.m.
in the Fireside Room for breakfast, study, and fellowship. All men are invited to join us.
For more information, contact Wayne Moore at 913-856-3833 or Emerson Hartzler at 913-422-1378.
Vendors Invited! Are you an artist or a crafter?
Join us for the OPCC Summer Arts & Fun Fest, Sunday, August 30. Vendor applications are
available in the receptionist office, or you may email [email protected]
Contact Carla Labunski, Amy Luckenbill, Sue Elliott, or Ania Johnson
for more information.
Empty Nesters/Solo Sidekicks Summer Picnic
Friday, June 12, 2015, 6:30 p.m. at the Moores’ home
20520 Waverly Road, Edgerton, KS 66021 (contact Peggy if you need a map/directions)
Dress casual. We will eat inside and then, weather permitting, will spend some time outside
The Moores will have sandwich fixin’s, drinks, and table service. Please bring either a salad
or a dessert, or whatever you would like.
RSVP to 913-856-3833 or [email protected] by June 8
will be going to Cinzettis, 7201 West 91st Street, OPKS
June 20, 5:00 pm
Please sign up at the library counter. Contact Arlene at 913-825-3395 for more info.
Care & Share The Care and Share Grief Support Group will go to Jumpin’ Catfish, 1861 South Ridgeview
Road in Olathe, on Wednesday, June 24. Meet at OPCC at 11:00 a.m. to carpool.
Please make your reservation with Nita Anderson at 913-432-1290 by June 21.
(Note change of date so that we may be available to support the Rayburn family on June 17 at the services for Mary Stewart Rayburn.)
Our next outing will be to Bolings on July 15. Make your reservation with Peggy Moore at 913-856-3833 or [email protected] by July 12.
Class Schedule Sundays, 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Room 40
“Feasting on the Word” Please join us on Sunday mornings for
discussion and study exploring scriptural passages in ways that are suitable for all
participants, and utilizes our personal experiences to live out our faith.
Note, we will continue meeting through the summer except for the Sundays of the major
holidays of Independence Day (July 5), and Labor Day (September 6).
If you have any questions, contact Judy Nickum at 913-735-6769 or [email protected].
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Stewardship Green Moment by Jody Cash
Green Moment for June-July Tips for going green:
Reduce Waste: a. Whenever possible, buy in bulk as this decreases the amount of packaging needed. For
example, buy yogurt in a tub rather than individual cartons. b. Use cloth towels and napkins instead of using paper towels and and paper napkins. c. Check out www.41pounds.org and/or www.greendimes.com to find ways to remove your name
from junk mail lists. Recycle:
a. If your neighborhood has a recycling program, participate in it. If not, take your items to be recycled to a recycling center.
b. If you wish to recycle old tennis shoes, please check the following websites: www.oneworldrunning.com, www.playitagainsports.com, and www.nikereuseashoe.com
c. Donate unwanted items to charity such as Goodwill or Big Brothers Big Sisters. This includes things such as clothing, toys, and books.
d. Recycle old tires. They can be turned into picnic tables, benches, jar openers, and many other things. www.americanrubber.com/rubberstuff and www.perma-flex1.com
Energy Conservation: a. Put light sensors on outdoor lighting. b. In your shower—install low-flow showerheads. c. Use solar chargers for your electronics. d. When you replace old appliances, replace them with energy efficient appliances. This includes
refrigerators, washers, dishwashers, toasters, etc. Healthy Food Choices:
a. Use tap water—not bottled water. Tap water is safer than bottled water—yes, really! Also use reusable water bottles.
b. Eat locally grown food products—this option involves less packaging and much less transportation (shipping) of food products.
c. By eating organic food, you are not eating food sprayed with chemicals—so it is better for you and the environment.
Outdoors: a. Grow fruits and vegetables in your garden without using pesticides. You can Google "natural
bug spray" and find recipes for making a non-chemical bug spray. b. Compost your leftovers. See www.howtocompost.org c. Use rain barrels. This has been discussed before in earlier articles. By using rain barrels, you
have plenty of water to water your lawn without running up your water bill. Transportation:
a. Carpool, take a bus, or ride a bike—this will help save the environment. b. Keep tire pressure at the appropriate psi because this will reduce strain on the engine as well
as increase your gas mileage.
Gift to Cross-Lines
OPCC has given a gift of $2,000 to the Cross-Lines capital campaign. For many
years, OPCC has worked with Cross-Lines to help people living in poverty in Wyandotte
County. When we ended preparing and serving lunch each month at Cross-Lines Kitchen, nearly $4,000 remained in the
food kitchen account. As reported in the March Scene, your Global Outreach
Commission will use these funds for their intended purposes of relieving hunger and stabilizing families. This gift will continue
the legacy of dedicated volunteers helping our hungry neighbors.
Hands-On Help Wanted
Part time workers needed! Pays less than minimum wage — $00 — Rewards are eternal!!
Back Snack Volunteers: One or two people who can deliver Back Snack bags to Tomahawk and East Antioch Elementary schools on Friday mornings during the school year. Substitutes also needed. Contact Jane Fletcher.
Sack Lunch Ministry: Helpers to pack 50 sack lunches for Cross-Lines on the 3rd Wednesday each month. Shoppers to purchase food for the lunches (Outreach budget pays). Driver to deliver lunches to Cross-Lines. Contact Evelyn Eastwood.
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Prayer List
Prayers of Concern Bill & Bev Barrett Emmett Ditzler (friend of Bruce McNaghten) Jim Gray Nathan Greene (Celia Greene's (CWS) son) Nancy Greenwood (friend of Sharon McBride) Kathryn Hume (Tracie Glasscock's sister) Ralph Lyles (Bo Crowe’s brother) Bob Marangelli (Wilma Townsends’s son-in-law) Cole Merrill (Myron Merrill’s son) Jan Michael (Earl Sheldon’s sister) Max Norton (Marge White’s son-in-law) Juliayna Pendleton (Alan & Lois Wimpey’s
granddaughter) Jacob Sprinkle (Lee & Jan Sprinkle’s grandson) Jane Vogt (Marjory McNaghten’s sister) Joe & Jean Zacher
Continued Prayers Virgil & Frances Bruning Betty Burton Bryan Byrd (friend of Roy & Judy Nickum) Diana Carlburg Phyllis & Harvey Cooke Corwin Elliott Ruth Freeman Dave Ginter Gordon & Marlene Harkness Bob & Wilma Huffman (Peggy Fach's parents) Carole Ingram Bob & Sue Jenkins Dan Jenkins Dorothy Jimerson Barbara Killion Everett & Ina Fern McBride Shirley McGee Jack McLain Florene & Tony Miele Fern Palmer (Kim Glover’s mother) Cindy Shaw (Sally & Jim Withers’ niece) Nadine Sheldon Belva Snell Sandy Teeple Josh Townsend (Wilma Townsend’s grandson) Esther West Duane & Wanda Whitney
Condolences to Audrey Lavely and family upon the death of
Lloyd Lavely on May 12 to the family of Freda White upon her death on
May 18 to the family of Mary Rayburn upon her death
on May 21
May Gifts the following have contributed to the
Lloyd Lavely memorial fund Evelyn Eastwood Harvey & Phyllis Cooke Alan & Lois Wimpey Gordon & Marlene Harkness Everett & Ina Fern McBride Nita Anderson Joyce Brooker Sharon McBride Steve & Tracie Glasscock Frances Beattie a gift has been given to the Prayer Room
renovation fund in memory of Lloyd Lavely from Virgil & Frances Bruning
a gift has been given to the Salvation Army Family Lodge in memory of Lloyd Lavely from Larry & Kathy Kinder
a gift has been given to the Youth Mission Trip in memory of Lloyd Lavely from Doris Hamilton
a gift has been given to Congregational Care in honor of Ed Hitzelberger from Lylia Bryant
a gift has been given to the Freda White memorial from Sharon McBride
a gift has been given to the Freda White memorial from Evelyn Eastwood
a gift has been given to the Food Pantry in memory of Freda White from Gordon & Marlene Harkness
a gift has been given to the Food Pantry in memory of Mary Rayburn from Gordon & Marlene Harkness
a gift has been given to Congregational Care in memory of Bud Eastwood from Margo Brown
a gift has been given to the Dale Warden memorial fund (Prayer Room) from Margo Brown
a gift has been given to the Ed Burton memorial from Margo Brown
a gift has been given to the Jim McCoy memorial fund (Jo Co Radio Club) from Margo Brown
a gift has been given to the Ann Martin memorial from Margo Brown
a gift has been given to the Prayer Room renovation fund in honor of Ed Hitzelberger from Don & Marilyn Hamner
Military Prayer List
Stephan Aelmore (grandson of Mary Aelmore), US Navy, Pearl Harbor, HI
Dustin Doree (grandson of Betty Craney), US Army, Fort Benning, GA for Ranger Training
Tiffany Doree (granddaughter of Betty Craney), US Navy, San Diego, CA
SSG Edward Pinkelman, Jr. (son of Ed & Kathy Pinkelman), US Army, stationed at Camp Buehring in Kuwait
Overland Park Christian Church 7600 West 75th Street Overland Park, KS 66204-2894
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Your OPCC Staff
913-677-4646
[email protected] (general church e-mail address)
Senior Pastor .............................. Bo Crowe [email protected] ext. 225
Associate Pastor ......................... Laura Phillips [email protected] ext. 222
Congregational Care ................... Peggy Moore [email protected] ext. 224
Children & Youth Pastor .............. Lisa Setty [email protected] ext. 228
Communications Coordinator/ Bookkeeper ................................. Michelle Reiter [email protected] ext. 223
Receptionist ................................ Eileen McIntyre [email protected] ext. 221
Music Director ............................. Amy Luckenbill [email protected]
Assistant Music Director .............. Chris Elliott [email protected]
Your 2014-15 OPCC Board of Directors
Larry Kinder ........................................ Chair
Dan Horton .................................. Vice Chair
Jody Cash ..................................... Treasurer
Greg Wienberg ............................. Secretary
Jane Fletcher .. Leader Development Liaison
Sharon McBride ........... Commission Liaison
