Classes & Programs

Tuesday Women's Bible Study

"Uppity Women of the Bible"

In seven engaging sessions, Rev. Dr. Lisa Wolfe takes you on an enlightening journey through the Book of Ruth, in a lively and thoughtful examination. Dr. Wolfe considers the vulnerability of widows and the difficult situation of foreigners in biblical times. She explores themes of loyalty, bitterness, courage, poverty and seduction. Combining humor and careful scholarship, this study invites you to re-read the book with new insight and understanding for all its characters, especially the intelligent, confident, uppity heroine, Ruth. The study will be lead by Patsy Schmutz and will begin on Tuesday, September 14th, at 9 a.m. Call the church office or contact Patsy Schmutz if you are interested.

Alpha is coming!

Alpha resumes with a Dinner Party at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, August 26th.  This offers you a “no obligation” look at the Alpha Course... and a nice dinner to boot!  The course begins with the first session on September 9th and continues on Thursdays through November 11th.  (There is one Saturday event, scheduled for October 23rd.)

So, what is Alpha anyway?  It is a course designed to cover the basics of the Christian faith with an opportunity to ask any question you might have.  The nightly schedule is:

  • 6:00 p.m.  Supper ($6-$7 catered)
  • 6:30 p.m.  A couple of hilarious jokes
  • 6:35 p.m.  Singing
  • 6:45 p.m.  Video Teaching by Nicky Gumbel (founder of Alpha)
  • 7:10 p.m.  Dismiss to Small Groups for discussion
  • 8:00 p.m.  The session concludes

Childcare will be available as needed.

Hope you will sign up to attend the Dinner Party!  You may call the church office at (816)452-2939 or email Dennis Stone.  Be sure to contact Dennis if you have any questions.

Disciple Bible Study

Have you ever wanted to get an overview of the Bible?  Does the Bible seem difficult to understand?  Are you aware of the different types of literature that are contained in the Bible?

Disciple Bible Study now offers two short-term courses that may help answer some of your questions. 

  • "Introduction to the Old Testament” is the story of God’s calling the people of Israel through the many voices of the Hebrew text—in poetry, history, and prophecy."
  • "Introduction to the New Testament.”  The Gospel of Matthew forms the framework for encountering the coming of Jesus—his life, his mission, and his call to community and discipleship.

The Old Testament study will begin in the Fall semester; the New Testament study picks up in February of 2011.  An Orientation Session highlighting the course and providing information on required resources will be held, Tuesday, September 14th at 6:30 p.m. here at North Cross.  You may call the Church Office at 452.2939 or email Dennis Stone if you want to sign up for the Orientation Session or if you have questions.

Phillipians and Galatians Bible Study

This bible study will begin in September! It will be held on Wednesday mornings from 9:00-10:30a.m. It will begin on September 8th and continue through November 10th. Study books are available for $8. Contact Ron or Sue Berry (or call the church office) if you would like to participate.

North Cross Job Club

Have you recently lost your job? Are you looking for a new job? North Cross has started a group called "Job Club". It's a place to learn how to perform an effective job search. We will share ideas on resumes and cover letters, and we will practice our interview skills. We can share job leads and just "be there" for moral support with our fellow job seekers. Job Club meets on the first Monday of each month at 7p.m. If you would like to be a part of this group, please call Steve Lindsay (816) 682-4304 or call the church office (816) 452-2939.

Northland Adventures in Lifelong Learning

The Adventures in Learning Program is a stimulating program for any older adult who would like to continue learning and sharing life experiences with peers (sponsored by Shepherd's Center North, held at North Cross). It is a great place to build old friendships and develop new ones as well as keep the ol' grey matter engaged and sharp! Though most attendees are in the 60+ age range, attendance is open to all adults.

Class Fees: $2.00. With our registration fee we cover the expense of agendas, name tags, month rent to North Cross and speakers.

FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 10, 2010

  • 9:30 Registration, Blood Pressure Checks, Donuts & Coffee
  • 10:00 Chapel Talk (Chapel) Russ Mehl, "Service Dog in Action" (Room 215) Larry Braddy from Wayside Waifs
  • 11:00 Book Club (Room 204) Vicki Jones, Travelogue "Nigeria" (Sanctuary) Gene Waters, "Native Plants to Missouri" (Room 215) Cass Sullivan, Master Gardener
  • Noon Lunch: Chicken Salad, Fruit Cup, Fruit Muffin & Cake (First UMC of NKC)

United Methdodist Men

Chairperson: Mel Strong

United Methodist Men meet for Breakfast at Denny's Restaurant in North Kansas City at 8:00 a.m. on the second Saturday of every month. Any men who are interested are invited to simply show up and join in for some great conversation. If you are ever unsure about the meeting day, check the church Calendar. 

At Christmas, our UMM also ring bells to help the Salvation Army ($580 raised in Dec 2008) and to help our Boy Scout Troop raise funds when they are able. In addition, they recycle aluminum cans several times during the year.

United Methodist Women

Chairperson: Gaye Merchant

United Methodist women make up several groups within the life of the church. They include Priscilla Circle, Wesleyan Circle, Seekers Circle, Sewing & Quilting Group, and UMW Bible Study. Any women who are interested are invited to join in the fun and fellowship. If you have questions about any of these groups or are unsure about meeting times & places, please check the church Calendar and/or call (816)452-2939.

  • Priscilla Circle (Chair: Donna Maysent)- Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 12:30pm in the church Lounge. 
  • Wesleyan Circle (Chair: Barbara Moody)- Meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1:30pm in the church Lounge.
  • Seekers Circle (Chair: Meredith Bentson)- Meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00pm, sometimes in the church Loung and sometimes in the home of one of the members.
  • Sewing & Quilting Group (Chair: Marcia Browning)- Meets on the first & third Thursdays of the month at 9:30am in the Undercroft.
  • UMW Bible Study (Chair: Daisy Tweeddale)- Meets every Monday at 1:00pm in Room 215.
  • UMW Book Group (Chair: Gwen Beckmann)- Meets on the first and third Wednesdays at 12:30pm.

Cursillo

At A Glance: Cursillo is a three-day weekend that helps you experience your faith and encourages a spiritual life that is filled with joy and enthusiasm. You are invited to seek an enriched relationship with God through Jesus Christ within the framework of a Christian Community.

What Should You Know About Cursillo? Cursillo is a Spanish word meaning “short course” or a “little journey”. Thus a Cursillo in Christianity is a “short course in the Christian faith”, or a “little journey in Christian living”. The Cursillo movement originated in Majorca, Spain in the 1940s as a means for reviving Christian commitment. Though originally a Roman Catholic movement, it has spread throughout the world as a major movement in Christianity. Midland United Methodist Cursillo (MUMC), began in June of 1988 and has grown to be a major force in developing and strengthening local churches. It is a way of renewal in the church through a look at its teaching, sacraments and devotions. It holds a base in the faith, from which action in the church and in the world is encouraged. It is a focus for responsibility and mission beyond the normal Sunday Service experience focusing on living a life of grade.

Some of the weekend’s topics include…

  • Relationships with God and neighbor
  • Growth in Christian Life
  • Obstacles to our Christian growth
  • The Environment of the Christian
  • The Sacraments and God's Grace

Who Will Be At Cursillo? People like yourself, from all walks of life, who are curious and growing, dressed informally as you will be, making friends, being brothers and sisters, sleeping on cots, air mattresses or sleeping bags in a church, sharing together. People like yourself who have previously made a Cursillo who donate their time and labor so that you can be free to life in the Cursillo Community. Spiritual Directors: ordained ministers who offer themselves both in talks and discussions.

Practicalities: Cursillo is not intended as a therapy for mental problems, nor as a cure for personal problems including marital difficulties … though personal relationships are often improved when one mends his own right relationship with God … persons undergoing emotional stress should probably not make a Cursillo until the difficulties have been faced and identified.

Cost: The Midland United Methodist Cursillo (MUMC) has a charge of $60.00 per person for the weekend.

Sponsor: Someone who has previously made a Cursillo must sponsor you – not only to vouch for you, but to provide encouragement and support. Your sponsor will see that you get to the place where Cursillo weekend is being held and let you know what you should bring for the weekend.

For More Information… Talk with Patsy Schmutz, Vickie Linch, Barb Bennett, Cris Funk or anyone else you know who has been through a weekend. Call the church office.