Church Of The Resurrection
United Methodist Church of the Resurrection
Resurrection is undoubtedly a large church with many members – but this allows us to offer a great many programs that might not be available at smaller churches. And, we can’t recommend more highly that you involve yourself in a small group. It’s amazing how fast our large church seems to shrink when you get to know your Bible study group and the other volunteers in your area of ministry.
We believe the church belongs to God and that the church is, in the words of the Apostle Paul, the body of Christ. The church is to be the physical presence of Christ in the world. As such, our primary aim is to do God’s will.
At The Church of the Resurrection, we are Christians who are excited to be part of the United Methodist Church.
What is a United Methodist?
United Methodists are the second largest Protestant denomination in America. We are the home to both President Bush and Senator Dole, as well as President Clinton’s family when he was in the White House. Methodists have played a significant role in shaping our nation, and especially the Kansas City area. The Shawnee Mission was started by Methodists. Johnson County is named after Methodist pastor Thomas Johnson. Several of the first public schools in Kansas City were started by Methodists. Della Lamb, reStart, Spofford Home, Kingswood Manor and a host of other community agencies and ministries were started by Methodists. Baker University is one of several colleges and universities in the area founded by Methodists.
United Methodists hold to the historic doctrines of the Christian faith. We are evangelical, but moderates rather than fundamentalists. We value the intellect and modern science, while at the same time looking to the Bible as the authoritative guide for faith and practice. Methodists have a passionate faith with strong convictions, but we also recognize that the world is not always black and white. We are willing to ask questions, to wrestle with difficult issues, and to do so with grace and compassion.
Methodists have been known for our emphasis on a personal faith, lived out in concrete ways in the world. We have historically valued well-informed and passionate preaching, worship that was lively, and small groups where people could grow in faith.
Methodists have open hearts, and open minds–and welcome anyone interested in learning more about the Christian faith.
If you would like to know more about what it means to follow Christ, please call 913-897-0120 and ask to speak to one of our pastors
Our Purpose
To build a Christian community where non-religious and nominally religious people are becoming deeply committed Christians.
Our Vision
Changing lives, transforming the community and renewing the mainline church.
Church of the Resurrection’s Central Campus:
13720 Roe Avenue
Leawood, Kansas 66224
(913) 897-0120
(913) 897-0361 fax
Church of the Resurrection’s West Campus:
Worship Location: Prairie Trail Jr. High
21600 W. 107th Street
Olathe KS 66061
Offices:
25000 College Blvd.
Olathe, KS 66061
(913) 538-7800
(913) 538-7810 fax
Resurrection West Activity Center:
23720 W. 83rd Terrace
Shawnee, KS 66227
