Maundy Thursday Drama
You’re invited to experience the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples through this special Holy Week worship service. People from North Star will help bring the disciples’ perspectives to the table and we will share in communion together as we remember the night that Jesus gave us the mandatum to love one another. (Mandatum is the Latin word for mandate or command.)
Stations of the Cross
The Stations of Cross is a unique opportunity for reflection during Holy Week. Gather at 6:30pm to move as a group through the 14 stations, each depicting one event from the night before then the day of Jesus' crucifixion. Images, devotions, and prayers at each station help us remember the amazing sacrifice Jesus made on our behalf.
Lent Small Groups
Lent Small Groups
Small groups help us connect with others and grow in relationship with Jesus while we engage with scripture, discuss faith, and find encouragement for everyday life. No need to sign up – just show up!
Sundays – 9:00am – Men – February 18 – March 24 – led by Devin Klish
Sundays – 10:30am – Open – February 18 – March 24 – AfterWords – We’ll discuss the worship message and how the points relate to life in faith.
Tuesdays – 10:00-11:30am – Women – February 20 – March 26 – Embracing the Uncertain – led by Judy Slimmer – We’ll explore stories from the scriptures that invite us to follow Jesus with courage, hope, and obedience, even in uncertain circumstances.
Tuesdays – 6:30-8:00pm – Open – February 20 – March 26 – Holy Week: Comparisons, Contrasts, Signs & Stations – led by Greg Rackers – We’ll consider the gospel accounts of Holy Week and discover the meaning of the stations of the cross.
Chilipalooza
CHILIPALOOZA ‘24
We will be sharing again this year in a Chili cookoff together with North Cross on February 7th at 5:30 PM.
All proceeds from this event will go to A Turning Point Ministry.
If you have a chili recipe that you would like to enter in the contest, contact Pastor Doug and he will get you entered in this friendly competition.
New Member Weekend
New Member Weekend
Celebrate your relationship with Christ and North Star through Baptism and Church Membership. It is not required to attend North Start or Connect with North Star to be baptized or to become a member of the church. As members of North Star, we profess faith in Christ and commit to live out our faith in real and tangible ways. We offer our prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness, and we support one another as we grow in love for God and other people through life’s challenges and celebrations.
New Member Weekend
New Member Weekend
Celebrate your relationship with Christ and North Star through Baptism and Church Membership. It is not required to attend North Start or Connect with North Star to be baptized or to become a member of the church. As members of North Star, we profess faith in Christ and commit to live out our faith in real and tangible ways. We offer our prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness, and we support one another as we grow in love for God and other people through life’s challenges and celebrations.
Souper Bowl '24
Souper Bowl ‘24
Once again, this year we are joining our friends at North Cross United Methodist Church in a friendly competition and challenge to raise 10,000 cans each.
Last year together, we were able to gather over 20,000 canned goods to be distributed through the food pantry of A Turning Point.
Together we can have an impact on our community in the name of Jesus.
Christmas Eve Service (7PM)
Christmas Eve 2023 — 7:00PM
We’d love to have you join us! Feel free to bring family & friends for an evening you won’t forget!
Advent-ivity
Advent-ivity
Come have fun on this Advent evening – all ages and stages of life are welcome – children, youth, adults, singles, couples and families. Click here to sign up so we know to prepare for you!
A STAR IS BORN
A STAR IS BORN
North Star presents their Children’s Christmas Program - A STAR IS BORN. Come join us December 3rd at 4PM at the church!
COOKIES WITH SANTA
COOKIES WITH SANTA
Sign up to volunteer in the Welcome Center on Sunday mornings, or Thursday evenings.
Would you like to help out but can’t volunteer? Here are some ways to help!
Volunteer at the event (9:45 am-12:30 pm)
Donate gifts
Donate cookies
PIE SALE
PIE SALE
Bake a pie or buy a pie for $25 THIS SUNDAY! All proceeds will go to our Heifer International fundraising campaign.
CHRISTMAS ADOPTION
CHRISTMAS ADOPTION
Hoping to adopt a child who is part of the Baby Grace or Rising Stars programs, but haven't made it to the adoption table yet? You are in luck! There are several kids left to be adopted. You can choose to adopt all the children in a family or just one. Please consider adopting as many as fit into your budget this holiday season. Please return gifts by Sunday, November 26.
Trunk or Treat / Fall Festival
🎃 Join us Saturday afternoon at North Star for a Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat / Fall Festival! 🍂
Get ready for an evening of family fun with:
🚗 Trunk-or-Treat stations
🔥 UPDATE: Bonfire has been canceled due to inclement weather
🎯 Yard games
👶 "Littles" activity station
📸 Photo Booth
🎃 Guess the (Pumpkin) Weight
🎨 Miniature pumpkin painting
Don't miss out on the festivities! Let's celebrate the fall season together. 🍁🍭 #FallFestival
SERVE Saturday!
Get ready to make a meaningful impact in your community this "Serve Saturday"! Join us for a day filled with incredible opportunities to give back and spread joy. Whether you're connecting with families at the Baby Grace Open House or sharing a hearty breakfast with the Baby Grace Family, supporting the ACS Hope Lodge, Valor Ranch, A Turning Point, cleaning up Eastern Avenue, cheering on runners at the KC Marathon, or showing appreciation to the dedicated Rising Stars staff, there's a role for everyone. Your energy and enthusiasm can make a real difference. Let's come together and create a memorable day of service and smiles! Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of something truly special.
Pick your event and sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0949A8AB2AA6FE3-44569881-serve#/
Agents of Change
We are called to make a difference. Saved on purpose for a purpose. We are not meant to be just consumers but contributors, engaged in the mission of Christ in the world. Called to love God, love people, and be Christ ambassadors in the world. The mission of Christ, if we choose to accept it, is one that is life changing and world changing. Christ’s mission in the world is one that proclaims good news to the poor, freedom for the prisoner, sets the oppressed free and proclaims the Lord’s favor. It is a calling to be agents of change who feed the hungry, give water to the thirsty, visit the prisoner, clothe the naked, care for the sick and welcome the stranger. We are called to be transformed by the grace and love of Jesus and to share Christ love in our world in a way that the lives of others are changed by the love of Christ that they encounter in and through us. We are called to go into the world, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to change the world. We are to be Agents of Change!
(Online viewing available on our Facebook page — https://www.facebook.com/northstarchurchkc/videos)
Easter Sunday Worship (2 opportunities)
Just because the Tomb is Empty, our story is NOT over - new life has come! Like Peter, we can now live the new life which Christ died and overcame sin and death for us to live. Don’t go back to your old way of living. Feed His sheep. Live out your love of Jesus by loving his people.
2 worship opportunities:
*) 9:00am
*) 10:30am
Easter Sunday Sunrise Worship
Don’t just come and see the empty tomb —- come back, stick around, hold out, until you see Jesus and hear him call you by name. When Mary encountered Jesus, everything changed, and she went and told others the comeback story.
Good Friday Worship
It is never too late to make a comeback! Ask for forgiveness and receive the gift of God’s grace. Grace changes everything. Forgiveness comes at a cost —and Jesus paid that price.
Thursday Worship (Maundy Thursday)
This evening’s worship will be a dramatic rendition of The Last Supper.
SERVE SATURDAY (March)!
We have LOTS of opportunities for YOU to participate in Serve Saturday!
Regarding the Habitat opportunity — there’s no experience needed! North Star will come together to support affordable homeownership — you’ll be provided with all of the tools and skills you need to make a difference! Build and rehabilitate decent, affordable homes in a particular neighborhood between 8:30 am and 3:00 pm (on Saturday). This opportunity LIMITED to TEN PEOPLE!. Must be 16 years old. Registration is required by Friday, February 24 at 12 pm — sign up here —> CLICK HERE
Other opportunities include those listed below:
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer Day (10:00am - 1:00pm)
A Turning Point Food Pantry (8:00am - 10:30am)
Lasagna Love - Group Project (12:00pm - 3:00pm)
Valor Ranch Inventory & Packing (9:00am-12:00pm)
Liberty Parks Clean-Up (1:00pm-3:00pm)
Assisted Living Easter Cards & Rising Stars Staff Gifts (9:00am-2:00pm)
The Wellington Communion & Prayer Service (9:45am-11:00am)
At Home Project (8:00am - 3:00pm)
Click HERE to sign up for any and all projects!
LENT Worship
The Fisherman are invited to come back and try their hand at fishing again. Jesus invites us on a journey that leads to a life more fulfilling than we could ever imagine -- we just have to leave behind our nets and follow Him.
During this season of Lent, consider what it is that we need to let go of and leave behind so that we can experience the fulness of life that Jesus has for us. Make today be a time of recognizing the need for Jesus and coming back to follow him.
2022 North Star Holiday Services
Christmas Eve - 22-DEC-2022 7:00PM
Christmas Eve - 24-DEC-2022 4:00PM
Christmas Eve - 24-DEC-2022 7:00PM
Christmas Eve - 24-DEC-2022 11:00PM
Christmas Sunday - 25-DEC-2022 10:30AM
New Years - 29-DEC-2022 7:00PM
New Year's Day - 01-JAN-2023 9:00AM
New Year's Day - 01-JAN-2023 10:30AM
2022 North Star Cookies with Santa VOLUNTEER!
JOIN US as a VOLUNTEER to help at our COOKIES WITH SANTA event!
Volunteers will help hand out presents, assist with kid crafts, or help little shoppers at Small Mall!
Signup online Cookies with Santa VOLUNTEER — volunteers are encouraged to decorate and wear holiday aprons! Let us know if you need an apron!
2022 North Star Cookies with Santa SETUP
JOIN US as we gather to make preparations for COOKIES WITH SANTA!
Volunteers are needed to set up tables, decorations and craft areas. Join us at 6:00 at the church!
Signup to volunteer using this link: Cookies with Santa SETUP
2022 North Star Stocking Stuffing!
JOIN US as we gather to stuff stockings in preparation for COOKIES WITH SANTA!
Stocking Stuffing will be WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH AT 6:00pm at the church — no need to sign up, just show up and have fun with us!
2022 North Star No Service (Thanksgiving)
There will be no worship service on the 24th — please enjoy Thanksgiving with your families!