Life is happening all of the time within our church community, and we hope you are able to safely join us this year!
Every Sunday at Holmeswood:
- BFG (Small groups) for ALL ages at 9:00 am; contact the church for details or visit holmeswood.org
- Worship at 10:15 am (In-person at 9700 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO or Facebook.com/holmeswoodbaptist)
- Kids join their parents in Worship; following the Children’s Message, Kids Worship activities are available in the Gathering Space
- Kids join their parents in Worship; following the Children’s Message, Kids Worship activities are available in the Gathering Space
Upcoming Events:
November 27: First Sunday of Advent + Blessing Bags!
This Sunday: Make Blessing Bags in BFG (Kids & Youth)! All are welcome to come and make Blessing Bags together for those we see in need on street corners and in our neighborhoods. Want to bring something? We always need Gallon zipper bags, granola bars, travel tissue packs, chapstick (sealed), pairs of new athletic socks, etc. Thank you!
Dec 3- Luminary Walk at Overland Park Arboretum
Join us for an evening of light and wonder on December 3 at 5:40! Pick up tickets at the Front Desk ($10/person or $20/household); hurry before we run out!
Past Events:
September 23 — Adults Night Out and Kids Night In!
- Adults (parents & non-parents) are invited to a fun evening at Somerset Wine & Cider Bar (Rosehill) in Martin City for live music, food trucks and fun. (Details to follow)
- Childcare (ages 0-12) at church from 5:30-9:00 pm; RSVP to Laurel by 9/15.
October 2 – World Communion Sunday
- Children and youth read litany and present breads to altar as part of this memorable annual time of global Communion.
October 16 – Children’s Sabbath
- Children lead at Holmeswood, and this day is global focus shared with faith communities around the world. Started and resourced by the Children’s Defense Fund, “The National Observance of Children’s Sabbath, is a time for people of all faiths to unite in shared concern for children and common commitment to improving children’s lives and working for justice on their behalf.”
October 30 – Trunk or Treat
- Come one, come all – it is time to dress up and celebrate! While some of us will “dress up” our vehicles in a fun theme, trick or treaters and their families will go around and join in the fun of creativity and neighborhood connections.
November 6 – All Saints Sunday 
- Annually, we remember in Worship saints who have died in the last year, particularly church members and those making a difference in our community. A special activity for the children to give to families whose loved ones have died will be made and gifted, and this is also a time to talk about grief with children in a safe, age-appropriate way that will give families tools for conversations in the present and future.
August 19: Family Movie Night! [Friday]
- Dinner at 6:00 pm, Mary Poppins begins at 6:30. Snacks will also be provided.
- All are welcome; RSVP (please) in church office by Wedn, Aug 17.
August 28: Fall Kickoff Sunday
- In 10:15 am Worship, children and youth will transition to their new classes with a special Ceremony.
- Blessing of the Backpacks in Worship: All students bring their backpacks/tablets/lunchbags and receive a special gift to help remember God loves them and is with them all year long.
September 11 – Commitment Sunday Picnic
- All-church lunch with an activity for kids to learn about stewardship and be a part of generous giving.
September 23 — Parents Night Out and Kids Night In!
- Adults (parents & non-parents) are invited to a fun evening at Somerset Wine & Cider Bar (Rosehill) in Martin City for live music, food trucks and fun. (Details to follow)
- Childcare (ages 0-12) at church from 5:30-9:00 pm; RSVP to Laurel by 9/15.
October 2 – World Communion Sunday
- Children and youth read litany and present breads to altar as part of this memorable annual time of global Communion.
October 16 – Children’s Sabbat
May 2022 
1 – BFGs (small groups) at 9:00 am, Worship at 10:15 am
8 – Mother’s Day
15 – Graduation Sunday
22 – After Worship:
- Family Ministry Picnic and Planting Party (outside, weather permitting)
- Mission Trip Meeting, 11:30-1:30 (Youth Room)
29 – During Worship:
- Blessing for Pastor David’s sabbatical
- Family Dedication and Child Recognition time!
June
Heartland Camp – June 6-10, 2022
Details here: https://holmeswoodfam.org/heartland/
- Register here: https://www.heartlandcamps.org/holmeswood
July
Youth/YA Mission Trip to NYC – July 16-23, 2022
Details & Registration here: https://holmeswoodfam.org/mission/
April 2022
10 – Palm Sunday!
Sunday, April 10: Palm Sunday and Reopening of Renovated Sanctuary!
- This will be a wonderful day of celebration and a new beginning…be sure to join!
- NYC Mission Team will be selling Chris Cakes Pancake Mix before and after Worship April 10, 17, 24; in addition, an all-church Brunch provided by Chris Cakes (so you can sample the pancakes!) will be offered after Worship (Free).
Saturday, April 16: Easter Egg Hunt from 2:00-3:00 pm.
- Ages 0-12 invited; youth are welcome
to help hide eggs (at 1:30 pm)
Sunday, April 17: Easter Sunday – Jesus is Risen!
Join us for a beautiful morning and two offerings for Worship:
- 7:00 am Sunrise service at Mt. Moriah (on Holmes) – next to the mausoleum
- 10:15 am Easter Worship at Holmeswood (in the sanctuary!) – this will be a joy-filled, flower-laden time to rejoice with our Hallelujahs!
- BFGs at 9:00 am
16- Easter Egg Hunt from 1:00 to 2:00 pm; all are welcome (to all events!)
17 – Easter! Sunrise and Sanctuary Worship
January 2022
Every Sunday: BFGs (in-person small groups) at 9:00 am; Worship at 10:15 am (in Prayer Garden, Fellowship Hall, Living Room or Online)
1/9
1/17 – All-Church MLK Day of Service (in person and online options; see Facebook page or What’s Happening Friday email for details) – Noon to 2:00 pm in person
1/21 – All-Church Game Night, 6-8pm
1/22 – Coffee Chat Q & A with Dianne McNary! on Zoom (see What’s Happening email for link)
1/23 – “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” series begins (3 weeks)
- Dianne McNary, CBF Field Personnel in Slovakia and Czechia visits; update, and we become a CBF Encourager Church!
1/30 – “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” series continues
February 2022
2/6 – “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” series continues
2/13 –
2/20
2/27
December
12/2 Family Ministry Team Meeting 1st Thursdays – 6:00 pm in person (room S201) or on Zoom (see email or Laurel for details)
12/5 
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship – Communion
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5:00 pm Christmas Movie Night! – all-church event hosted by Family Ministry! RSVP to Laurel (by text or email) by Dec 1, so we have plenty of food. Pizza, movie, snacks and a sing-along; ALL AGES WELCOME!
12/11 (Saturday) – Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum~pick up your tickets from Laurel; price: pay what you can (retail price: $15 for ages 3+). We have limited tickets, so please pick yours up on Sundays or when the church office is open (Mon-Fri). Thanks!
12/12
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
12/19
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
12/24 – Christmas Eve
- 5:00 pm Afternoon Worship (more family-friendly; Fellowship Hall)
- 11:15 pm Late Night Worship (Prayer Garden)
12/25 – Merry Christmas!! 
12/26
- NO Kids/Youth BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- 10:15 am Worship
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- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
11/25 Thanksgiving
11/28-Advent begins! 
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
11/25 Thanksgiving
11/28-Advent begins!
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship
October
October Mission Project: Collecting Housewares for Holmeswood’s Furniture Room
- New or gently used and CLEAN housewares are welcomed. The Furniture Room is a Mission Space provided for Center families and area households who experience unplanned change and quickly need furniture and housewares. (Most recently, we have helped two families who were experiencing homelessness and saved up for an apartment! We have also helped victims of house fires, flooding, and families with new custody arrangements. Your donations help so much!) Drop off in the tall basket in the Galleria (main entrance).
- Examples of donations we need: Toaster/toaster ovens; Microwave; Kitchen utensils, silverware, dishes; Sheet sets (twin, double, queen), pillows (gently used or new), towels (bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, kitchen towels); Small rugs; Chairs, desks (not too big–needs to fit in an apartment), dining sets, bed frames, gently used/new mattresses (all sizes), cribs, crib linens/mattress; lamps (table and floor).
- Things we cannot accept: child car seats and carriers (safety requirements change too often); any houseware or furniture that is stained, broken, ripped or missing parts.
10/3 Monthly Family Event: Pumpkin Patch at
Faulkner’s Ranch
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- 10:15 am Worship in Sanctuary
- 1:45 pm – Meet at Faulkner’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch (10600 Raytown Rd, Kansas City, MO)
10/7 Family Ministry Team Meeting 1st Thursdays – 6:00 pm in person (room S201) or on Zoom (see email or Laurel for details)
10/31
- 9:00 am BFGs (Bible Fellowship Groups – small groups)
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- Elementary in Grey Kids Hallway; Lora Lau & Rotating Leader
- Youth in Youth Room (Act. Bldg); John Ussery & Rotating Leader
- Preschool in Grey Kids Hallway; Jeanine Williamson and Shirley Hall, leading
- 10:15 am Worship
- 11:30 am-12:30 pm Trunk or Treat, church parking lot (costumes optional, bringing friends-encouraged!)
- Note: This event is for Kids AND Youth/Teens – be sure and wear a costume to join in the Fall festivities! Parents, please accompany your child. Thank you!
September
September Mission Project: Collecting Socks & Underwear for Center
- New, all sizes needed for males and females. Drop off in the tall basket in the Galleria (main entrance).
9/2 Family Ministry Team Meeting 1st Thursdays – 6:00 pm in person (room S201) or on Zoom (see email or Laurel for details)
9/5 Kids & Youth BFGs in person!
- 9:00 am Worship in Sanctuary – Communion Sunday
- 10:15 am Kids BFG in Grey Kids Hallway; Jan McMein and Jeanine Williamson, leading
- 10:15 am Youth BFG in Youth Room (Activities Bldg); John Ussery and Laurel Cluthe, leading
9/12
- 9:00 am Worship in Sanctuary – Communion Sunday
- 10:15 am Kids BFG in Grey Kids Hallway; Jan McMein and Jeanine Williamson, leading
- 10:15 am Youth BFG in Youth Room (Activities Bldg); John Ussery and Laurel Cluthe, leading
Tickets now available for Oct 3 Faulkner’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch! First come, first served. $5 each.–See Laurel for tickets.
9/18 Monthly Family Event: Sabbath in the
Suburbs
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10:00 am–11:30 am Families are invited to discover ways to share Sabbath and faith AT HOME. These practical tips and activities are meaningful, do-able and can be worked into your busy family routine. Join in with your family to see how we can discover God in all sorts of ways! There will be a few take-home tools to use for years to come. Please RSVP to Laurel Cluthe by September 15. Guests are welcome.
9/19
- 9:00 am Worship in Sanctuary – Communion Sunday
- 10:15 am Kids BFG in Grey Kids Hallway; Jan McMein and Jeanine Williamson, leading
- 10:15 am Youth BFG in Youth Room (Activities Bldg); John Ussery and Laurel Cluthe, leading
9/26
- 9:00 am Worship in Sanctuary – Communion Sunday
- 10:15 am Kids BFG in Grey Kids Hallway; Jan McMein and Jeanine Williamson, leading
- 10:15 am Youth BFG in Youth Room (Activities Bldg); John Ussery and Laurel Cluthe, leading
August
August Mission Project: Collecting School Supplies for Center (see WH email for list). Drop off in the grey bin in the Galleria.
1st: 9:00 am Worship; BFGs following
8th: 9:00 am Worship; BFGs following
15th: 9:00 am Worship + Blessing of the Backpacks; BFGs following
22nd: 9:00 am Worship;
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Water Games during BFG
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Youth Welcome Lunch following BFGs
29th: 9:00 am Worship
July
4th: 9:00 am Worship; BFGs following
11th: 9:00 am Worship; BFGs following
18th: 9:00 am Worship; BFGs following
22–25–Youth/College Mission locally throughout Kansas City!!
25th: 9:00 am Worship; Heartland Camp Commissioning in Worship; BFGs following
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Heartland Camp Volunteer Orientation – 5:00 pm, Parlor
26–30—Heartland Day Camp (VBS) at Holmeswood! More info Here: holmeswoodfam.org/heartland
June
6th–9:00 am Worship and Communion; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for KC Mission, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
13th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
20th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
27th: SCHEDULE CHANGE: 9:00 am BFGs; Worship 10:15 am; Welcome Back Picnic 11:30 am
- Post Sunday Nap — 2:30-4:30 pm Families at Wonderscope Children’s Museum! $10 per family; RSVP by June 20 to Laurel
- Families with kids 11 and under, join us for a special post-picnic outing to the recently opened Wonder Scope in the Red Bridge Shopping Center (433 E Red Bridge Rd). This amazing children’s museum is all about sparking creativity and wonder, just like we do when we learn about God at church! All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. We will meet at the museum, 2:30-4:30 pm (or whenever your Sunday nap wears off). Please RSVP ($10/family) to Laurel Cluthe by Sunday, June 20 by text or email. Join in the wonder of play! More info: https://holmeswoodfam.org/
2021 Happy New Year!
- January 18, 2021: MLK Day of Service: check this blog beginning Friday, Jan 15 for a
list of ways to serve your community safely and full of loving justice. = )
- Wednesday Zoom book group begins January 20 – 6:00 pm – for 4 weeks, reading Richard Rohr’s “What Do We Do With the Bible?” Join us! More info in Friday “What’s Happening at Holmeswood” emails or by calling the church at (816) 942 – 1729
- Wednesday, Feb 17: Ash Wednesday Worship – 7:00 am and 12:15 pm on Facebook Live (Facebook.com/holmeswoodbaptist)
- Quarterly All-Church Business Meeting, 6:30 pm on Zoom (details in Friday “What’s Happening” emails)
- Sunday, Feb 21: 1st Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, Feb 28: 2nd Sunday of Lent and BWIM (Baptist Women In Ministry) Month of Preaching, with special guest
- Sunday, March 7: 3rd Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 14: 4th Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 21: 5th Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 28: Palm Sunday
- Sunday, April 4: Easter Sunday!
Our churchwide plan for preventing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), as of 3/11/20 :
Past Events:
NOTE: As we support our 6 church members and the other 45 families affected by the recent Willow Creek Apartment fire, please consider giving financially to meet some of the basic needs not covered by renters insurance on our Giving Site. We will be collecting donations until March 31, 2020.
March
1st–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for San Diego Mission, 11:30am-1:30pm
8th–Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
15th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
22nd: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
29th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth host Meet & Greet! (youth and their families bring a tray of cookies, muffins or fruit to share with the congregation today) — PENDING!
April
5th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for San Diego Mission, 11:30am-1:30pm
12th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
19th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
26th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
May
3rd–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for Denver Mission, 11:30-1:30 pm
10th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Children at the Lord’s Table—a class on Communion, during BFGs
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
17th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
24th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
September
5th: Epiphany Sunday! Receive a “star word” in 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
12th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
19th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
20th: MLK Annual Day of Service (times and details TBA)
26th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
April
6–Slovakia Mission Team Meeting, 11:30am-1pm
13—All-ages Game Night: KC Jeopardy, Mingo & Balloon Volleyball, 5:00-7:00pm with $2 pizza dinner
8–Youth/College Planning Meeting for Denver Mission, 6-8pm (pizza provided)
20—Kids’ Easter Egg Hunt, 1:00-2:30pm (0-12 years)
21—Happy Easter!
- Sunrise Worship at Mt. Moriah (10507 Holmes Rd) at 7:00am
- Worship at Holmeswood (9700 Holmes Rd) at 9:00am; BFGs at 10:15am
Stuff is happening all of the time, and we hope you come and safely hang out this year!
EVERY SUNDAY AT HOLMESWOOD:
- Worship at 9:00 am (Facebook.com/holmeswoodbaptist)
- BFG (Small groups) for ALL ages at 10:15 am; contact the church for details or visit holmeswood.org
Happy New Year!
- January 18, 2021: MLK Day of Service: check this blog beginning Friday, Jan 15 for a list of ways to serve your community safely and full of loving justice. = )
- Wednesday Zoom book group begins January 20 – 6:00 pm – for 4 weeks, reading Richard Rohr’s “What Do We Do With the Bible?” Join us! More info in Friday “What’s Happening at Holmeswood” emails or by calling the church at (816) 942 – 1729
- Wednesday, Feb 17: Ash Wednesday Worship – 7:00 am and 12:15 pm on Facebook Live (Facebook.com/holmeswoodbaptist)
- Quarterly All-Church Business Meeting, 6:30 pm on Zoom (details in Friday “What’s Happening” emails)
- Sunday, Feb 21: 1st Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, Feb 28: 2nd Sunday of Lent and BWIM (Baptist Women In Ministry) Month of Preaching, with special guest
- Sunday, March 7: 3rd Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 14: 4th Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 21: 5th Sunday of Lent
- Sunday, March 28: Palm Sunday
- Sunday, April 4: Easter Sunday!
Our churchwide plan for preventing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), as of 3/11/20 :
NOTE: AS WE SUPPORT OUR 6 CHURCH MEMBERS AND THE OTHER 45 FAMILIES AFFECTED BY THE RECENT WILLOW CREEK APARTMENT FIRE, PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING FINANCIALLY TO MEET SOME OF THE BASIC NEEDS NOT COVERED BY RENTERS INSURANCE ON OUR GIVING SITE. WE WILL BE COLLECTING DONATIONS UNTIL MARCH 31, 2020.
March
1st–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for San Diego Mission, 11:30am-1:30pm
8th–Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
15th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
22nd: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
29th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth host Meet & Greet! (youth and their families bring a tray of cookies, muffins or fruit to share with the congregation today) — PENDING!
April
5th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for San Diego Mission, 11:30am-1:30pm
12th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
19th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
26th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
May
3rd–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Youth/College Planning Meeting for Denver Mission, 11:30-1:30 pm
10th–9:00 am Worship; BFG following
- Children at the Lord’s Table—a class on Communion, during BFGs
- Family Team Meeting, 11:30am-12:30pm (Conference Room 1)
17th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
24th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
(TBA): Youth/College Planning Meeting for Denver Mission, 10:30am-12:30pm
18–24–Youth/College Mission Trip to Sierra Service Project in San Diego!!
28th: 9:00 am Worship; BFG following
August
Holmeswood Family Ministry 