News & Updates

A promotional flyer for Scoopie Night supporting Aldersgate Preschool, taking place on October 19th from 5 to 8 PM at Culver's in Olathe, Kansas. The flyer features a cartoon ice cream cone character with the Culver's logo on it, smiling and gesturing with one arm. It provides event details about a share night where part of the sales and tips collected will benefit the preschool.
Flyer promoting Pancake Day celebration at Aldersgate UMC, featuring a stack of pancakes, date and time details, and registration instructions.
Book cover with a blue background and a gold border. Illustration of a dove carrying an olive branch. Title: 'The Pursuit of God' by A. W. Tozer.

All adults are welcome to help the Tuesday Evening Bible Study get started again with a 6-10 week study of A.W. Tozer's classic The Pursuit of God. The class meets from

7-8:30 ish PM on, you guessed it, TUESDAYs, in the AUMC basement. Contact John Hall if you have questions or would like a book (cost $5).

Home repair logo with a yellow hammer and black text

Metro Lutheran Ministries is looking for homeowners to assist with home repairs.

If you know anyone or you could benefit from this service contact

Pastor Shelly or mariahurd@mlmkc.org, or scottcooper@mlmkc.org.

 What CAPABLE Stands For

CAPABLE = Community Aging in Place — Advancing Better Living for Elders.

Purpose

CAPABLE helps older adults with functional limitations live more safely and independently in their own homes and communities rather than moving to assisted living or nursing facilities.

How It Works

Over roughly 4–5 months, each participant works one-on-one with an interdisciplinary team that includes:

  • An occupational therapist (OT) — helps improve daily functioning and problem-solving, like safer ways to bathe or walk around the home.

  • A registered nurse (RN) — addresses health-related issues that affect mobility, medication management, or balance.

  • A handy worker — makes minor home modifications (like installing grab bars or improving lighting) to make the environment safer and easier to navigate.

Importantly, the participant drives the goals — they choose what matters most to them (e.g., walking more easily, bathing safely, preparing meals), and the team collaborates to help meet those goals. 

Sponsored by the Good Faith Network, Habitat for Humanity and Midland Care. Brochures in the Commons or from Pastor Shelly.

Two small blue outdoor library boxes filled with books, mounted on a wooden post in a park or yard, with the text 'Love Books?' overlaid.

Calling All Book Lovers! 

Do you love books, sharing stories, or helping neighbors find just the right read?

We’re looking for a volunteer to curate and care for our Little Free Library  at the church! This joyful role includes:

• Tidying and organizing books

• Keeping the library stocked and welcoming

• Helping connect stories with our community

It’s a low-commitment, high-heart kind of ministry. 

Interested? Send us a message or talk to Pastor Shelly!

Blue background with the text "Join the Can-Do Crew" in white at the top left. Multiple light blue hands reaching upward with small blue hearts above them.

The Can-Do Crew is volunteers who help out with occasional, short-term needs around the church. This isn't a weekly commitment-just a way to lend a hand when you're able.

Crew Members may be asked to:

  • Set up or take down chairs and tables

  • Help decorate for holidays and special seasons

  • Assist with funeral or memorial services

  • Prepare spaces for events or meetings

  • Help with simple tasks that make church life run smoothly

You can say yes when you're available and pass when you're not. Every helping hand-big or small-makes a difference.

Contact Pastor Shelly to join the list!

A large adult hand reaching out to a smaller child's hand against a background of blue sky with clouds, with the words 'Compassion' and 'Help us help others' on the image.

COMPASSION FUND

As we approach the holiday season, many families in our community are facing tough times. We are seeking your support through gift card donations to help build our Compassion Fund, which provides essential assistance to those in need.

We’re looking for gift cards ($25 limit) from:

  • Fast Food Restaurants for quick meals.

  • Gas Stations to help with transportation costs.

  • Walmart for groceries and essentials.

Gift cards give families the flexibility to choose their needed resources, respecting their dignity and preferences.

Please drop off your gift card donations at the church office or feel free to place them in the offering plate on Sundays. Thank you for helping us support those in need!