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tell us how you participate in the sharing economy
Do you ever Uber? Airbnb? Craigslist? Our next series, The Sharing Economy, is going to be a fun one and we want to learn more about how you're already participating in it!
CLICK HERE to take our uber brief survey—3 minutes, max (unless you’re a storyteller).
the journey lent experience
In case you hadn't heard, we introduced Heartland's Journey Lent experience last week. Its goal is to help us discover Jesus in new ways through his journey to the cross (aka the stations of the cross).
If you’re like me, you might be wondering what lent is. Before this project, lent only had two meanings to me. First, that I “lent” someone a tool . . . and it hasn’t returned yet. That’s not what we mean here . . . but I might need to borrow someone’s hedge trimmer?
Second thing I think of when I hear the word lent is, “that religious holiday around Easter where people give things up”. That’s a bit closer to the mark.
Wikipedia defines lent as “a solemn religious observance in the liturgical calendar that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends approximately six weeks later, before Easter Sunday”. Wikipedia goes on to say much more, but let’s shift focus to lent . . . Heartland style.
In our modern day version, we are simply offering verses to read each day, a brief reflection, and some questions to ponder. You can engage with us daily on Instagram or Facebook by following us @hccks.
What we are asking you to give up is a little bit of your time to join us in following Jesus’ journey and what it means to our lives today.
There is no wrong way to engage. You can do it quietly on your own. You can post questions, or share what you are thinking. Grab a couple friends and talk about Jesus’ journey together.
* Cool sidenote . . . we deployed photographers all over the city, and beyond, to capture what these verses and themes mean to them. We will be sharing these images each day, along with reflections written by our team of Journey writers.
We hope you’ll join us,
Adam Pontier
📷: Wayne Huston
financial peace university at heartland
April 5 – May 31, 6:30 – 8:30 PM on the Dock
Join us for Financial Peace University (FPU) at Heartland. By video, Dave Ramsey and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more.
This 9 week class runs April 5 – May 31, from 6:30-8:30 PM on the dock.
Registration is required. CLICK HERE to sign up and order your FPU kit now.
Childcare is available for a fee. CLICK HERE to sign your kiddos up now.
Questions? CLICK HERE to contact us.
ozark family adventure
July 17-20 or July 24-27 at Tan-Tar-A Resort
If your family needs a break from the everyday stresses that you naturally encounter, and are seeking to develop closer relationships with other families in our church community, consider joining us for Ozark Family Adventure.
This unique family retreat offers a rejuvenating balance of nuclear family time and separate, planned group time for kids and adults. Held at Lake of the Ozarks' Tan-Tar-A Resort, your family will enjoy time slots for boating, tubing, and wave runners, as well as plenty of opportunity for relaxing poolside.
Dates for 2017 are July 17-20 & July 24-27. Arrival is Monday afternoon; departure Thursday after lunch.
A convenient pre-payment plan allows you to vacation without financial worry! Deposits are accepted online and are $250.
To serve your family completely, registration is limited and fills up quickly.
Pricing Structure (all inclusive; kids under 3 fly free)
# in Family Cost
2 $ 775
3 $ 950
4 $1,100
5 $1,225
6 $1,325
7 $1,425
8+ call for pricing!
CLICK HERE to sign up now.
For FAQ's, an awesome vintage video and all the details, CLICK HERE to visite the web page.
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designed to care training offered in coed community groups and at women unplugged
March 22 - April 19, 6:30 - 8 PM
Do you find yourself being the listener in your group of friends? Do people often share with you challenges they are facing? Do you find yourself weighed down with the cares of others?
If so, please join us for Designed to Care, a learning experience led by Heartland’s Pastoral Elders and Community Care Team to equip you to care for others in a healthy way. The topics presented will include tools for listening, prayer and boundaries.
This is for ordinary people who naturally want to care for and help others – for everyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the unique contribution their life offers to everyone around them.
Join us beginning Wednesday, March 22 in the Youth Lounge from 6:30-8:00 for Designed to Care Training. This class session will end on Wednesday, April 19.
Childcare is available, but registration and payment are required by March 10, 2017.
To sign up for the Wednesday night CoEd class, CLICK HERE.
Designed to Care will also be offered March 21-April 19 in Women Unplugged PM and AM. Links to join Women Unplugged for this session are:
For Tuesday PM Women Unplugged, CLICK HERE.
For Wednesday AM Women Unplugged, CLICK HERE.
life's healing choices mens and womens groups
Tuesday nights starting March 21, 6:45 PM at Heartland
Do you feel like you are the person God intended you to be, or do you feel some invisible force is holding you back? Ever feel the urge to escape, have trouble dealing with certain difficult situations, or struggle with recurring issues in relationships? If you answered yes to any of those questions, or if you feel like you need to readjust your life’s compass, then Life’s Healing choices is for you.
Life’s Healing Choices is NOT just for people dealing with bad habits, unhealthy choices, or those whose lives are out of control. Life’s Healing Choices is for everyone. The class is less about self-discovery, and more about anchoring your identity in Christ so you can find your role in his larger story.
Sign up required, childcare is available.
CLICK HERE to sign up for the next men's LHC group.
CLICK HERE to sign up for the next women's LHC group.
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Hey, Heartland! We want to thank you for your ongoing generosity! Looking forward to what God does in and through us as a community in 2017.
CLICK HERE for details on "money stuff", and links to give online. You can also give securely through the new Heartland app, or use the green boxes found throughout the building.
CLICK HERE to download the Heartland app.
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careportal connects you to kids in need around kansas city...sign up to help now!
Heartland's partnership with CarePortal is helping kids and families in need across Kansas City. Thank you to everyone who has participated so far!
If you would like to be part of our Heartland team that is meeting the needs of kids and families in the foster care system, please sign up on the opt-in form below.
CarePortal, designed by the Global Orphan Project, is a website that makes complex needs simple. CarePortal connects child welfare workers to the local church, addressing the full range of needs for families in crisis.
A qualified need is entered into the system, CarePortal communicates that need (within a 5-8 mile radius from Heartland) to us, and Heartlanders who opt-in to a biweekly email are alerted and invited to meet the need.
Have questions? CLICK HERE to watch a 2 minute video to learn more from our friends at CarePortal.
CLICK HERE to receive our biweekly needs email.
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ltp college internships available
Heartland is looking for young leaders who love Jesus and who are willing to help us implement our vision of equipping the next generation to thrive in the unknown because they are known and sent.
Each summer, we invite interns to join our student ministry team. Interns get real opportunities to practice leadership in our student ministry environments.
If you’re a High School senior or College student excited about learning and practicing student ministry, while growing in knowledge of God and of your own calling, we’d love to have you apply!
WHAT: a paid, 20 hr/week internship position
FOR: College students & high school seniors can apply
DATES: May 28, 2017 – July 31, 2017 (10 weeks)
WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Mondays, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM; Wednesdays, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM & 5:00 - 9:00 PM; Sundays, 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CLICK HERE to apply today.
CLICK HERE to have 2 folks you know well complete the online reference form.
nextgen college gathering
Every Monday, 7-9 PM in the Garage
Join our weekly NextGen College gathering every Monday, 7-9 PM in the Garage for an evening of fun, connections, teaching and small groups. There are some great opportunities for you to join the team and serve with us, too! Light snacks provided. See you there!
nextgen young professionals community groups
Various Times and Locations
NextGen Young Professionals is a community of 23-29 year olds. We have several group offerings, if you are looking to connect with people and dig deeper into the Bible and God's plans for our lives.
CLICK HERE to sign up for any of these options.
Women, Mondays @ 7 PM, Mission, KS
Current Topic: Isaiah
Women, Mondays @ 7 PM, Overland Park, KS
Current Topic: TBD
Women, Every other Thursday @ 7:30 PM, Overland Park, KS
Current Topic: Fervent (study on prayer)
CoEd, Thursdays @ 7 PM, Mission, KS
Current Topic: The Journey (Heartland)
nextgen 2nd and 4th friday gatherings
2nd and 4th Fridays, 6:30-9:00 PM
We are a group of college students, young adults, young professionals and everything in between who gather to do life together as we strive to learn and to love well.
Every second and fourth Friday of the month from 6:30-9:00 PM we gather for food, fun, and meaningful conversation. We meet in homes and different venues around the city.
To get connected and receive information about upcoming gatherings, CLICK HERE to sign up.
We hope to meet you soon!
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ltp high school internships available
Heartland is looking for young leaders who love Jesus and who are willing to help us implement our vision of equipping the next generation to thrive in the unknown because they are known and sent.
Each summer, we invite interns to join our student ministry team. Interns get real opportunities to practice leadership in our student ministry environments.
If you’re a High School student entering grades 10-12 in Fall 2017 – are excited about learning and practicing student ministry while growing in knowledge of God and of your own calling – we’d love to have you apply!
WHAT: An unpaid (but very rewarding) internship position
FOR: High school students entering grades 10-12 in the fall of 2017
DATES: June 11, 2017 – July 31, 2017 (8 weeks)
WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Mondays, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM; Wednesdays, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM & 5:00 - 9:00 PM
CLICK HERE to apply today.
CLICK HERE to have 2 folks you know well complete the online reference form.
save the date: believe middle school weekend
March 31-April 1 at the Kansas City Convention Center
Hey 6th, 7th & 8th graders: We have reserved a block of tickets to “Believe” – a high-energy weekend event, packed with powerful worship and teaching from God's word. While at Believe, you’ll worship together, engage in life-challenging discussions with peers and adult leaders, and discover ways in which God is calling you to be kingdom workers in your schools, communities and the world!
Believe is Friday, March 31 (6:30 - 10:30 PM) and Saturday, April 1 (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) at the Kansas City Convention Center. We’ll meet at Heartland and carpool together to and from the event both days.
Plan on being at Heartland at 5 PM on Friday and at 7:45 AM on Saturday. Cost is $65 per person, to cover the conference and meals.
CLICK HERE to reserve your spot now!
middle school summer camp opportunity
June 4-8 @ Windermere Conference Center, Lake of the Ozarks
We are trying something new for middle school students and camp this summer called Camp MiX! Run by the folks at CiY (Christ In Youth), this is an awesome opportunity for your middle schooler to spread their wings!
Camp MiX dates are June 4-8 and cost is $375. Camp is for students who are currently in grades 5, 6 or 7.
Departure: 11 AM Sunday, June 4th. We will travel in 12 passenger vans to the Windermere Conference Center at the Lake of the Ozarks
Return: We will be home at 12:30 PM Thursday, June 8th.
CLICK HERE for more information on Camp MiX.
Questions? CLICK HERE to contact us.
CLICK HERE to sign up now!
high school community
Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM in the Garage
Join us on Wednesdays from 7-9 PM in the garage for high school community. Great teaching, small groups, and time to connect with friends both old and new. We hope to see you there!
middle school community
Every Sunday, 11 AM in the Youth Lounge
We meet every Sunday, 11 AM in the Youth Lounge at Heartland. Our gathering is designed for 5th-8th grade students, with large group worship, connection and teaching, followed by age and gender based small group discussion. You are welcome to jump in at any time...our greeters will help you find your group when you arrive!
Sunday Lunch Run Schedule
Join us for a quick after-church LUNCH RUN with your grade! We’ll meet at the Youth Lounge at 12:30 on the dates listed below, and walk over to McDonald’s together for lunch. Bring a few bucks to cover the cost of your meal.
• Sunday, April 9 – 8th Grade Lunch Run
Students in 5th – 8th grades with siblings also in those grades may bring their siblings along (so, if a 5th grader has a 7th grade sibling, both siblings are welcome to jump in on the days that 5th grade or 7th grade have a lunch run).
PARENTS: You can pick up your kid(s) at McDonald’s at 1:30.
stay connected to student ministry updates with text alerts!
Student ministry sends out weekly updates via text message. We recommend both students and parents sign up for this quick alert system.
Text "middleschool" or "highschool" to 63566 and opt in to our text line.
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women unplugged communities
new participants can join at any time
This is our weekly gathering of women from all walks of life who are seeking authentic community, growing in relationship with Jesus, and trying to uniquely share His love with the world.
We meet on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:00 PM OR Wednesday mornings, 9:15 - 11:15 AM.
We would love to have you join us for our next study starting March 21-22, called Designed to Care.
We meet weekly from mid-September through early-May.
Women Unplugged PM, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00
CLICK HERE to register.
Women Unplugged AM, Wednesdays, 9:15-11:15
CLICK HERE to register.
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mens' tuesday night community
Tuesdays, 6:30-8 PM
Join us for our group study on Tuesday evenings at Heartland. Our next study will be on the book of Romans.
Childcare is available. Pre-registration and payment required in advance. CLICK HERE to sign up now.
mens' journey groups
every friday, multiple locations
Mens' Journey is an opportunity to grow in Christ with other men who face the same life challenges as you.
We meet every Friday at 6:15 AM at Heartland and at 6:30 AM at Homer’s Coffee House on 80th Street, just west of Metcalf.
Are you new to Mens' Journey? Feel free to drop in any Friday. We have a “launch group” at both locations for those not yet connected.
At Heartland, ask for Tom Walker, and at Homer’s ask for Brad Gregory.
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adult community study group
Sundays, 10:15-11:30, Room 4
Our adult community welcomes adults, whether single, married, divorced or widowed. If you are looking for a Sunday morning study group, then adult community may just be the right fit for you.
The first few minutes are spent catching up on the past week and then we dive into the current study. Gary Blakeman and John Auld co-facilitate this interactive discussion of the Bible and how it relates to your life in today’s world. This is a safe place to voice your thoughts and hear what other people just like you are thinking. We engage with the Bible and various study materials throughout the year.
Messenger coffee and tasty treats are available for your enjoyment. We hope to meet you soon!
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welcome, little one
We are excited to welcome these new kiddos to the Heartland family! If you have a new addition to the family, CLICK HERE to let us know.
April 2016: Henry Lyn Bradshaw, 4.28.16, Ben & Dana Bradshaw.
July 2016: A.J. Betts, 7.7.16, Andy & Katie Betts. Hadley Rin Cardenas, 7.7.16, Emily Rogers. Gabrielle Wen,7.11.16, Chao & DingDing Zhang.
August 2016: Emily Sue Palmer, 8.9.16, Jon & Andrea Anderson. Lena Grace Steffen, 8.12.16, Philip & Kristin Steffen.
September 2016: Darwin Couch, 9.1.16, DJ & Jamie Couch. Madison Louise Trumpp, 9.9.16, Marcus & Melissa Trumpp. Canon Woods Corr, 9.24.16, Cody & Krystal Corr.
October 2016: Haylee Crystine Patterson, 10.6.16, Shane & Jeni Patterson. Jax Johnson, 10.27.16, Andrew & Suzanne Johnson.
November 2016: Davis Hunter Burr, 11.2.16, David & Katie Burr. Evelyn Rae Pontarelli, 11.10.16, Daniel & Monica Pontarelli.
December 2016: Hazel Grace Smoot, 12.2.16, Jeremy & Tiffany Smoot. Emery Noel Busch, 12.5.16, Tyler & Jennifer Busch. Victoria Clara Anderson, 12.8.16, Robert & Maria Anderson. Jacob Levi Whitehead, 12.19.16, Bobby & Christel Whitehead. Cooper Michael & Mary Margaret (Maggie) Moss, 12.29.16, Patrick & Libby Moss.
January 2017: Eli Christopher Carroll, 1.21.17, Derek & Jessa Carroll. Braxton Webb, 1.24.17, Jeremy & Melanie Webb. Judan Fitzpatrick, 1.30.17, Willis & Kelsey Fitzpatrick. Ivory Della Mae Middleton, 1.31.17, Todd & Clara Middleton.
kids' baptism & dedication service
April 1 @ 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 AM
Heartland Community Church holds services for kids' baptism and dedication in the Spring and Fall. The next service will take place on Saturday, April 1st at 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30 AM.
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions about child baptism and dedication, please CLICK HERE.
We recommend that children wait until 12 years old to be baptized. CLICK HERE to understand why.
CLICK HERE to register for the April 1 services now.
sunday service safety reminder
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new to heartland?
New to the Heartland family? You may want to check out the following resources:
download the heartland app
Download the Heartland app for easy access to all of our resources, sign up forms for events and classes, and online giving access. You can download it on your platform by CLICKING HERE.
You can catch a video or audiocast if you missed a Sunday, see the latest Journey reflection and Bible reading plan, check the calendar, sign up for events, and read the latest eNews. Plus, you can give a one time or recurring gift right through the app!
food pantry available
Sundays, 10:30 AM
Does your family need help to make ends meet? Heartland has an on-site, fully stocked food pantry that is open every Sunday morning at 10:30 AM.
You can meet a food pantry volunteer at our side entrance (look for "Pick Up Here" sign). You may also inquire at the welcome center.
prayer requests and care line
To request prayer, CLICK HERE. A member of our
Prayer Team will pray for you. You can also meet a prayer partner on Sundays following each service near the front of the auditorium or dock venues.
For other needs, call our Care Line at 913.341.5820, ext. 330. We check the line multiple times
daily and you can expect a call back within 24 hours.
heartland office hours
Please note that the Heartland offices are open on the following schedule. If you have a document or envelope to drop off, it can be left in the green box on the right side of our front entrance at any time. Other deliveries and appointments should be made during the following hours. Thanks!
Monday - 8 AM - 4 PM
Tuesday - 8 AM - 9 PM
Wednesday - 8AM - 9 PM
Thursday - 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday - 8 AM - Noon
Saturday - CLOSED
Sunday - 7 AM - 7 PM
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