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Upcoming Series and Christmas Eve Services
Dan Deeble will be beginning a four part series this coming Sunday - "We All Take Different Routes to the Manger". We hope you can join us during this Christmas Season.
In addition, we will have five Christmas Eve Services.
- Wednesday, Dec. 23rd
- Thursday, Dec. 24th
Childcare for Infant through Kindergarten will be available at both 5:00 pm Services. Let us know if you would like to volunteer for childcare for our Christmas Services.
Upcoming Serving Opportunities
Heartland Christmas Hearts
There are those within the Heartland community who need help this Christmas. Sunday, December 6th, before and after each service, you can adopt a Heartland family in need by selecting Red Hearts with Christmas wishes from the Christmas tree in the Atrium. You can also make arrangements in advance by contacting Marcia Merrick 913.515.0433. All gifts need to be returned to the church December 13th.
Angel Tree
The Angel Tree Project is a national outreach program that helps children of incarcerated parents. As a community we will be bring gifts to 100 children in the name of their parents who cannot be with them. It ensures these children won't be forgotten because of a parent's mistakes and that they will hear of God's love for them.
Sunday, December 6th - Angel gift requests will be available for selection during both services, Sunday, December 6th. Come to the Christmas tree in the atrium after each service to make a selection and sign-up. This is a great opportunity for families to take their kids shopping for other kids in need.
Sunday, December 13th - All gifts must be returned to the church.
Sunday, December 13th - All gifts will be delivered to the children.
If you have questions or would like to help deliver gifts contact Liz Sears or leave a message at 913.341.5820 Ext. 375.
Give Your Coat Away This Winter
Q: How many coats does one person need?
A: As many as you can wear at one time ...if you're homeless.
Heartland Singles are collecting winter coats Saturday, December 12 between 8:30-9:30 a.m. in front of the church building. Please bring Men's, Women's and Children's coats of all shapes and sizes.
Heartland Singles will deliver your donated coats, our homemade Christmas cookies and bottles of water to people on the streets of Kansas City, Lawrence and Independence. Help us make a difference by donating your coats. Children's coats will also be distributed to area schools known to have children in need.
No early donations will be accepted. Register to receive two "Coat Drop Off Reminder" emails; December 8 & 11.
Ready to Volunteer at Heartland?
Ready to Volunteer at Heartland?
We need you to make things happen around here! There are many ways you can give your time and be a part of something incredible in the Heartland community. Check out our volunteer opportunities.
Find something that sounds intriguing? Stop by our Welcome Center on Sunday morning. A Go Coach will help match you to the perfect volunteer role and sign you up for a test drive. A test drive is an opportunity for you to try volunteering in any area of your choice one time to see what you think. Like it? We'll help you get connected. Don't like it? No worries. Try another one! We're confident you'll find one you love! Ready to sign up? Questions? Contact Lisa Zulke.
New Babies at Heartland
It's a pleasure to announce the new babies: Peyton Ashley Bogard, 09.02.09 (daughter of Taylor Bogard and JJ Johnson), Olivia O'Roark 11.27.09 (daughter of Steve and Jamie). New baby? Let our front office know by clicking here.
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Safety in Children's Ministry
We are sure you've noticed that the computerized check-in helps us keep your kids safe. We want to make sure only parents go into the Great Adventure and Great Beginnings areas and only parents take kids home. The safety sticker you get at check-in helps us out with that. You can help us help you by wearing your safety sticker. That way the greeter at the door can tell at a glance that you are authorized to go into the Children's Ministry areas. Happy greeter, happy parents, happy kids!
Great Beginnings Resources
Great Beginnings (Infant - K) Parents, check this out! The First Look curriculum we use on Sunday mornings has come out with a cool, new monthly version of Small Talk! Small Talk captures what our kids are learning on Sunday mornings and gives parents creative ideas on how to reinforce those learnings during the week. We hope this will be helpful to you as you help your child discover that their best life awaits them in Christ!
Through the Roof Family Night Out
On January 16th, Through The Roof will host our first Family Night Out. If you’re a parent caring for a child or children with special needs, we’d like to treat you to an evening of rest, relief and rejuvenation at no charge to you.
Spend time with your spouse, see friends, go out to dinner – whatever you need most! We’ll treat your kids to dinner, crafts, entertainment, movies and quality play time while you’re away.
Our volunteers will provide specialized 1-on-1 care for your child throughout the evening. Siblings are welcome and will have the opportunity to hang out with other typical peers.
Family Night Out will be held on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 5:30-8:30. Registration for this event is required by noon on the Monday before each session. If you have any questions regarding Family Night Out or our special needs ministry, please contact Melissa George.
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Infant Dedication and Baptism
Heartland's Infant Dedication and Baptism is Saturday, January 23 at 9:30 and 11:00. If you have a child you would like to have baptized or dedicated sign up here. If you would like more information check out our FAQs here. If the January date doesn't work for you mark your calendar for May 8th. Register now for our January event. Questions? Contact Lynn Hawley.
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Youth Ministry is giving to kids at Christmas!
It is time for our annual Christmas Service Project at Troost Elementary School! Last year we gave each kid a Christmas gift to go home with and this year we are going to do the same!
Gift Wrapping Party
When: Saturday, December 19th, 4-8pm
Where: Heartland in the Youth Lounge (Come in the back entrance)
Gift Giveaway Day
When: Monday, December 21st, noon-4
Where: Meet at Heartland (in front), we will car pool to Troost Elementary and end at Heartland with a party.
Come for a great time giving to those who won't receive this Christmas.
Watch last year's video.
Middle School House Groups
Next house group meeting: Wednesday December 9th.
If you want to grow deeper in community and in your faith, be a part of one of our house groups. House groups meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 7 – 8:30.:
High School House Groups
We have area house groups that meet weekly to help students grow in their faith through d-teams (small groups) and develop deeper community with their peers.
North House group (for Shawnee Mission Students)
What: Movie Night!
When: Saturday, Dec 5th, 7-11pm
Where: Cole Hogan's House (9819 Kessler St., Overland Park, KS) Click here for a map.
South House Group (for Olathe/Blue Valley Students)
What: Elf Party (and other Christmas Movies!)
When: Saturday, Dec 5th, 7-11pm
Where: Olivia and Jack Clothier's House (12705 W. 125th St., Overland Park, KS 66213) Click here for a map.
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For the latest Women's ministry news, make sure to check out their women's ministry pages.
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Our Men's Journey meets every Friday morning at 6:30 am our new home in Olathe. Check out all that is available by going to our men's ministry pages.
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Cookies for the Homeless
Make cookies, friends and memories for a great cause. Friday evening, December 11, join other singles as we make Christmas cookies to give away to the homeless of KC, Lawrence and Independence.
Help make cookies at 1 of 5 host homes. Where you help make cookies is determined by the “giving location” you choose. Yes, it’s okay if you decide to only help make cookies. Register to bake Cookies and Register to Give Away Cookies, Coats and Water.
Day of Mercy: Coat and Cookie Give Away
Imagine sleeping outside in December with only a coat, blanket and some cardboard to keep you warm. I know, I can’t either, but many people are forced to do this. Some do this by choice, some because of bad life choices, and others because of mental illness. Regardless of the reason, God asks us to look out for the least of these. (Mathew 25)
Register to give away coats and cookies at 1 of 5 locations around KC, Lawrence and Independence. We’ll meet at Heartland Community Church Saturday, December 12, 8:30 a.m.
Schedule:
- 8:30 – 9:30 collect coats
- 9:30 – 10:00 learn what to do
- 10:00 – 12:00 go be a blessing
Each team will have a point person to give guidance on location.
Collect as many coats as you can. You can register to receive 2 reminder emails to collect and drop coats. See you then.
Single’s Lunch after Church
Hey Hungry Single People
Sunday, December 6, 1:00 p.m.
Lunch is served up this Sunday. Come meet new friends and enjoy familiar friends. Call or text "lunch spot" to reserve your seat by 11:00 a.m. Sunday. Tell the host/hostess you are with "Heartland Singles" when you arrive.
- Millenial Singles (born 1980 – 1990) are at 5 Guys Burgers and Fries – 14965 W. 119th St, Olathe – Text 913.220.1952
- Generation X singles (born 1965-1979) are at 5 Guys Burgers and Fries – 14965 W. 119th St, Olathe – Text 913.220.1952
- Baby Boomer singles (born 1965-1946) are at Olive Garden – 15090 W. 119th St, Olathe – text or call 816.560.8494
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Life Stage Groups
These are small groups of couples in specific lifestages, such as couples with or without kids at home. These groups will meet in homes or at the church and study different
books, studies and topics. Fill out this form so we can start looking for a group for you today!
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Check out the latest at the Heartland Missions website.
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Financial Updates
 Through November 30, 2009, Heartland Community Church has the following Ministry Fund Balance:
- Ministry Fund Giving $1,866,878
- Ministry Fund Expense $1,896,921
- Current Balance ($30,043)
go. Campaign through November 30, 2009
- go. Contributions Received $6,464,854
- go. Pledges to date $9,350,000
We sent out eStatements last week and plan to planning on sending an electronic giving statement in the future. Let us know if you didn't receive on.
You may want to consider giving a first gift online through your myHeartland account. Remember, you can check your giving statements at any time at myHeartland.
Sharing Videos
Heartland is now using Vimeo to host our Sunday morning service videos. Here's how one person shared how they use these: "
I don't spend a lot of time taking notes in the live service
anymore. I find I miss things because I'm focused on my notes and then have to catch up when I'm through. With the videos, I just stay focused on the live message and then review the video later and make my notes. It's Great!
"I send personal messages of things I found especially meaningful to my friends and family who don't go to church with a reason why they might want to see for themselves and a link to your video so that they can see and hear".
It's easy to share a video with a friend or place it on your blog or facebook page. Check it out.
1:1 Spiritual Mentor
Maybe you have been attending Heartland a few weeks and you are ready to take your next step, our 1:1 spiritual mentor program is the place to start. Using the book Discipleship Essentials as your guide, you will learn what it means to be a follower of Christ and grow along side your mentor in this 25 week study. Sign up or stop by the Welcome Center for more information.
Prayer Requests and Assist Line
To request prayer, you may click here to submit a prayer request or praise report and one of the members of our
Prayer Team will pray for you.
Heartland's Prayer Request Team is receiving many sincere requests for
prayer, and these as these come in they are emailed to our team dedicated
pray-ers. Click here if you would like to join the Prayer Team.
The Assist Line can now be accessed through Heartland's main number (913) 341-5820 ext. 330. We check the line multiple times
daily and you can expect a call-back within 24 hours. |
