Loop Monthly September 2014

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Fall is coming

September | 2014

Spiritual growth and change happen when we’re in relationships with people who know us well. Connecting with others at Second Baptist is a way to build community and be transformed in your faith. The best way to connect is to jump in.

The 2BC Monthly LOOP is a broader edition of our 2BC Weekly LOOP, designed to give you a bit more detail about the the month ahead in our ministry. You’ll find information about upcoming events, classes, and serving opportunities to get you connected to 2BC. Keep this as a reference all month long so you can jump in often!

Additionally, be sure to get a copy of our 2BC Quarterly Loop, published in Aug|Dec|Mar|June. This edition offers a longer range planning view of our ministries and faith community in action. It provides a seasonal view of the key ministries within our church, ministry plans, and target dates for special initiatives, events and opportunities. All our LOOP publications are available in printed version in our Welcome Center or online at 2bcliberty.org/newsletters.

Jason Edwards Senior Pastor

Page 3Old Time Shindig

Page 4All-Church Events

Page 5All-Church Event / Senior Adults / Catalyst

Pages 6-7CHURCH-WIDE CALENDAR

Page 8Stephen MInistry

Page 9Student Ministry

Page 10Sanctuary

Page 11Service Opportunities at 2BC

SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Old Time Shindig | Sunday, Sept. 14 | page 3

Coffee with the pastor | Sept. 21 | page 4

Pie baking Contest at Shindig | page 5

stephen Leaders Commissioning | Sept. 7 | page 8

Opportunities to Serve | page 11

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Old Time Shindig

Page 4All-Church Events

Page 5All-Church Event / Senior Adults / Catalyst

Pages 6-7CHURCH-WIDE CALENDAR

Page 8Stephen MInistry

Page 9Student Ministry

Page 10Sanctuary

Page 11Service Opportunities at 2BC

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Second Baptist Church

Ministry Celebration

Old Time

ShindigSunday, Sept. 144:00 p.m.Ernest Shepherd Center610 Shepherd Rd, Liberty, MO 64068Free | No Reservations necessary!

Everyone is invited to spend the early evening at an old-fashioned celebration highlighting our ministry at Second Baptist Church.

We’ll eat delicious barbecue with all the fixin’s, share some homemade pie, play games, and enjoy reconnecting with each other at an old country shindig for all ages. We’ll look back at the last two years and look forward toward the next twenty-four months and where our faith journey will lead us.

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MEN’S BREAKFAST | Sept. 6 | 8:30 a.m. | Social RoomJoin us for fun, fellowship and our traditional good eats! Men of all ages are invited! Breakfast is always a tasty treat with plenty of orange juice and coffee to go around. We’ll discuss projects and summer outing opportunities and move forward on plans. Men of all ages are welcome.RSVP to Phil Posey: 781-1132 or 507-2575; [email protected].

FOOD SHARE SUNDAY | Sunday, Sept. 7The FOOD PANTRY is in urgent need of the following high-demand items this month.

green beans, ramen noodles, pork-n-beans,baked beans, kidney beans, refried beans,sloppy joes, enchilada sauce, salsa, broth,red beans, chili beans, rice sides, snack crackers, pineapple, peaches, pears, fruit cocktail, mandarin oranges, tomato sauce,tomato paste, jello—regular and sugar free,pudding—regular and sugar free, sugar,evaporated milk, brownie mix, cake mix,deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, toothbrushes. toothpaste, soap—bar,body wash,dish soap, laundry soap

What is Food Share Sunday? One of the tangible ways we participate in ministry in our community is by collecting for the Link Food Pantry of In As Much Ministry. Collection baskets are placed inside all entrance doors to Second Baptist the first Sunday of each month.

We hope you will consider participating in our FOOD SHARE SUNDAY each month. The food pantry serves 900+ families per quarter with many returning more than once.

Coffee With the Pastor | Sept. 21 | 9:45 a.m. | Oak Room (301)Join Pastor Jason Edwards and a few members of Second Baptist Church for an informal coffee at 9:45 a.m. in the Oak Room 301. Ask questions and chat about Second Baptist, how things work and anything you might want to know as you become more familiar with the faith family at Second.Contact Maggie Henderson at 781-2824 or [email protected] to sign up.

Liberty Fall Festival | Sept. 26-28 About 25,000 people attend the Liberty Fall Festival each year. We will again participate by allowing our 2BC parking lot to be used for handicap parking Friday and Saturday, and supplying drivers for a 2BC Courtesy Shuttle

golf cart for those needing a ride to the festival or to their vehicle. Could you serve as a driver for a two-hour slot? Friday 12:00–6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Contact Maggie Henderson at 781-2824 or [email protected] to sign up.

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senior adultsCoffee & ConversationOur Senior Adult Ministry hosts a twice-monthly Coffee & Conversation open to all. No reservations, needed just bring a friend and your coffee mug! The first Monday of each month features donuts (bring a dollar if you’d like some); the third Monday homemade treats are shared.Monday, Sept. 1 | will not meet due to Labor Day holidayMonday, Sept. 15 | 1:00 p.m.

Calling all Bakers!! We’re having an Old Fashion Pie Baking Contest at our Shindig on September 14. We are looking for contestants who believe they make the best pies at Second Baptist or want to compete for fun. Want to bake a pie but not compete? We’re also looking for pies just to serve! (FYI: Competition pies must have a made-from-scratch crust. The filling must be homemade and it needs to be a fruit pie of some sort.) Join the fun!

If you are interested in competing, please contact:Bryan Boyd at [email protected]

Church Office at 781-2824 | [email protected].

all-churchFuller Center for Housing BBQ | Sept. 18 5:00 p.m. | Gladstone Community CenterThe Fuller Center for Housing invites you to attend its 5th Annual BBQ, Benefit and Celebration. Videos, awards, BBQ dinner and a silent and live auction will highlight the evening. Visit fullercenterkc.org to learn more, or contact Mike Lassiter at [email protected] if you would like to attend with a group from 2BC. Tickets are $30 per person or $240 for a table of eight.

Moooving toward God’s Dream

FINISH STRONGFulfill YourCatalyst Commitment By Oct. 31

. . . more like a “round-up”

is this a “cattle-call?”

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What is Stephen Ministry?Stephen Ministry is a one-to-one lay caring ministry that equips and empowers caregivers—called Stephen Ministers—to provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.

Stephen Ministry is appropriate for people experiencing: grief, divorce, cancer, hospitalization, physical rehabilitation, long-term care,chronic illness, terminal illness, job loss, loss of a home, military deployment, the onset of a disability, loneliness, spiritual crisis, or other life struggles.

Who are Stephen Leaders?Stephen Leaders are the pastors, other church staff, and lay leaders who direct Stephen Ministry in the congregation. They are equipped and inspired to serve in this role at a one-week Leader’s Training Course. Stephen Leaders have gifts and skills in areas such as leadership, teaching, and organizing people—along with a heart for caring ministry.

Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ

(Galatians 6:2, NRSV).

Stephen Leaders Commissioning ServiceSeptember 7 | 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. worship

Join us in the 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services as we commission Second Baptist Stephen Leaders.

M I N I S T R YSTEPHEN

Who Can Receive Care?A care receiver is a hurting individual from the congregation or the community who receives care from a Stephen Minister. Men are matched with men; women with women. If a care receiver’s needs exceed what a Stephen Minister can provide, the team makes a referral to appropriate professional community resources or other services.

If you are would like to receive care from a Stephen Minister, please contact:

Mike Lassiter, Associate Pastor Or Carol Kingery, Referral [email protected] [email protected] (816) 781-2824 ext 607 (816) 916-8407

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students

Connect with Student MinistryParents, please watch your emails for details of student ministry events to come. If you are on Facebook and are not a part of the Second Baptist Student Ministry Group, please request to join, or let Ashton know by emailing [email protected] 2BC Student Ministry is also on Twitter: @Students2bc.

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For more information:

Jordan GrovesEmail: [email protected]: 816-786-4159

Student Ministry Interim LeadersAshton WellsEmail: [email protected]: 573-239-8852

2BCin the loopKeeping You Student Handbell Choir | Sundays starting

Sept. 7 | 8:45 a.m.The 2BC Student Handbell Choir will begin rehearsals on Sunday, Sept. 7 at 8:45 a.m. in the Music Suite Room 501.

We are searching for students grades 8 through 12 to be a part of this fun group. Yes, it’s early on a Sunday morning, but we have a great time learning different musical styles and techniques, and contributing to worship. Prior musical experience (vocal, instrumental, keyboard) is helpful, but not necessary.

Interested? Know of someone who might be? Contact Christie White, director, at [email protected], 816-419-6990, or ask for her in the Music Suite before or after the Sunday morning service.

Fall EventsOctober 19: BYOP (Bring Your Own Pumpkin)

October 24–26: Student Fall RetreatNovember 16: Nerf War

student fall retreat | october 24-26 Full Details and Registration Opens SEPT. 7 @

2bcliberty.org/Studentretreat

Second Servings food & fellowship | Welcome Center Entrance | 5:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

MEAL COSTS$5: adults | $3: children age 4–12 Free for birth–3 | $15/family maximum

To make a reservation:Making your reservation by Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. each week helps us plan for food. Didn’t get to make a reservation? Join us anyway! • Visit 2bcliberty.org/secondservings • Use the 2BC Mobile App: events/RSVP • Contact the church office: 781-2824 or [email protected]

Second Sessions |Mid-Week Adult Opportunities 6:30-7:15 p.m.Sessions 1.0 | Sept. 3, 10, 17

Yoga with Kathy BenavidezPsalms with Sherry McGlaughlinParenting Kiddos with Gwen PhillipsSend Remix with Mike LassiterCoffee & Conversation open social session

GaP 2.0: MUSIC MINISTRY | Sept. 24

Sept. 3 Second Servings Menupoppy seed chicken with ricegreen beanschocolate buttermilk cake

wednesday nights The Halls are Alive . . . with the sound of Music Rehearsals!

Children’s ChoirsThe Children’s Choirs will rehearse Sunday mornings from 9:00 to 9:40a.m. beginning Sunday, Sept. 7.

Our children’s choirs are designed to nurture children’s understanding of and relationship with God as well as encourage and equip them to be leaders in worship. We rehearse once a week, and the three oldest choirs will sing for worship various times throughout the year.

We offer choirs for these age groups:Music Experience (3 yrs. and 4 yrs. old) Room 204 | Amy Hoffman is the leaderMusic Time (PreK and Kindergarten) Room 206 | Lisa Long is the leaderMusic Makers (1st & 2nd Graders) Room 405 | Julie Williams is the leaderYoung Musicians (3rd-5th Graders) Room 409 | Angie Fuller is the leader

If you have any questions, please contact: Debbie Lassiter, Children’s Choir Director 816-729-1756 or [email protected].

HandbellsBeginning Handbells (Grades 4–5) : Wednesday, Sept. 3, 6:00 p.m. in Room 502Middle School Handbells (Grades 6–8) : Sunday, Sept. 7, 8:45 a.m. in Room 502Student Handbells (Grades 9–12) : Sunday, Sept. 7, 8:45 a.m. in the Choir RoomSanctuary Handbells (adults) begin Wednes-day, Sept. 3 at 6:15 p.m. in the Choir Room

For more information, contact Allan Aunspaugh at 781-2824 ext. 306 or

serverebuilding together clay co. work daySaturday, Oct. 4 is the annual Rebuilding Together Clay County work day. This year, 33 homes were chosen for fixing, repairing or upgrading. Second Baptist will again join with other churches, organizations and businesses to help accomplish the work. All skill levels and abilities are welcome for this local one-day mission project.

Contact Mike Lassiter, Associate Pastor [email protected] or 816.781.2824 ext. 307 to sign-up and for more details.

Comfort Drive for South Dakota | September 15–October 12 We will again be traveling to South Dakota in October with blankets and coats for the Lakota people. We give the comfort items to several Lakota pastors of the Dakota Association who distribute the items as needed. We have found that gently used heavier winter coats and blankets are the best.

In addition to the blankets and coats, we will also collect new athletic socks, which is a request from Arlys, the Bridger Community Health Worker. Many of the people, mainly the elderly, don’t go out as much during the long stretches of cold and often run out of propane for heat and wear socks to help keep warm in their homes. Place items in the black bins at the west, south and east doors.

childcare volunteers needed for mopsThe 2BC Mothers of Preschoolers group is in need of volunteers to care for children (infant through age 5) at church during MOPS meetings. This gives busy moms a much-needed break, and they are so appreciative!

Help is needed 9:00–11:45 a.m. on:Sept. 5 Feb. 6Oct. 17 March 13Nov. 14 April 10Dec. 12 May 8Jan. 9 (evening) Contact Karen Trischler at [email protected] if you can help with any or all of these dates.

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