Volunteers needed to help refurb the Restoration Bookstore Labor Day Weekend!

 

Volunteers needed to help refurb the Restoration Bookstore Labor Day Weekend! Susan Tate is recruiting volunteers (16 & over) to help with renovations at Restoration Bookstore. The bookstore has been in need of new flooring and paint for years, as it is original from when Richard and Pam opened the bookstore in 1989 – 35 years ago. The bookstore has recently received a private donation, specifically for new flooring and paint. Phase I (main floor) of this project has been scheduled to take place over Labor Day weekend. Renovations will begin on Thursday, August 29th and will conclude on Monday, September 2nd. Please follow this link to sign-up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0448AEAC28ABF49-50265887-volunteer

 

Home Needed Near Independence MO ASAP

My Son and his family are in urgent need of a home. 4 kids ages 18 month to 11 years. Septic system failed. Landlord requires them to move out. Looking for short/long term solution. If anyone has an RV that can be used or purchased on month to month if possible that would also be a welcome blessing. Karen Baker 816-929-0752 thebeestop@aol.com

Center Place Christian Theatre presents: Fiddler on the Roof

 

Center Place Christian Theatre presents: Fiddler on the Roof August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:00pm Truman High School 3301 S Noland Rd Independence, MO 64055 Ticket prices: $15 adults $10 kids 12 and under Kids 3 and under are free Get tickets here or at the door:

https://centerplacechristiantheatre.ticketleap.com/fiddler-on-the-roof/

Questions: nannette222@gmail.com

Thank You from Sherrie Smith

 From: Sherrie Smith

sksmith2@gmail.com

Thank You from Sherrie Smith

Dearly Beloved Brothers, Sisters, and Friends,

No words can adequately express our grateful thanks and appreciation for the hundreds of prayers offered on behalf of Lyle, myself, and our family; the many notes and cards of inspiration and encouragement; and many, many administrations by God’s faithful servants.

The past five months have not been what one wishes to endure. There were many days of lots of tears and sorrow and my own health difficulties —but God is faithful. Our loving Savior has not only kept me in his hands, but also provided a wonderful gift of our first great grandchild—“Miss” Miriam Harper Smith—just days prior to the beginning of our battle with the “Prince of Persia.” Perhaps she came to us “for such a time as this”—to be an instrument in the hand of God to bring joy and consolation to a great grandmother during her time of grief and sorrow. For this we also give praise and thanks to our Lord.

I am now at peace, as is Lyle who peacefully passed away , July 19, at 10:20 a.m. at the Anew Healthcare Odessa nursing home. The burden is gone; the battle done.

God bless and be with you everyone.

With great love for all of you,

Sherrie Smith

Healing Hearts Meetings in August 2024

 Healing Hearts Meetings in August 2024

Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Colbern Road Restoration Branch
9525 Lake Lotawana Road, Gate 2
Lee’s Summit MO 64063

"And again, blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:6

Colbern Road Restoration Branch will be hosting a Healing Heart Meeting for those who are currently a widow or widower, church affiliation does not matter. Hope you will join us and let your heart begin to be healed.

Any questions, please contact:
Mary Drummond
816-665-9051

Used RV Supplies and Accessories for sale

 

Used RV Supplies and Accessories for sale Call Mark at 816-833-6540 for details and prices Thank You, Mark Nunn Currently only the orange extension cord is sold, everything else is available. Subject to change.

 

Passing of Lyle Smith

From Aaron Smith Dad has gone on to his reward as of last week. He was at peace and had family with him. We are so very thankful for the love, support, administrations, and many prayers offered on his behalf and mom. Please keep the family in your prayers. A future email will detail plans for a memorial service to be held next month. Thank you, The Lyle Smith family

LIVING IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD JULY 25, 2024

 LIVING IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD JULY 25, 2024

Greetings to all the faithful Saints,

As each hour of every day of every week continues to unfold in our lives and the world, how is all the unfolding affecting your living in the kingdom of God and your efforts to “Build up that kingdom and establish His righteousness?” Did the plot, regardless of who was responsible, to kill a presidential candidate, affect you at all? Did it stir you to begin to lay aside everything that has no kingdom value in you life? Did it stir you to put away all the fractured parts of our lives and surrender it all to Jesus? Or has it been “Ho hum” and back to life “as usual?”

A few years ago when covid hit, statements were made that there would never be a return “to normal.” Whatever “normal” was or is. However, it appears, in many respects, that people have reached “normal” again and it shows in most every aspect of our lives. This seems to be the procedure for mankind. After suffering hardships of all kinds, when the hardships seem to have passed by, we fall back into the same ruts of life as before. God led the Israelites out of Egypt to the Promised Land only to have them become slaves to Baal and other false gods. The same thing happened to the Jaredites, Nephites and all aspects of Latter Day Saints.

In Exodus when Moses asked God who he should tell the Israelites sent him, GOD SAID “I AM THAT I AM! TELL THEM I AM HAS SENT YOU. Has God changed His mind for us today? His Name is still I AM. Jesus emphasized this many times in the scriptures, including the following:

John 4:28 “...I who speak unto thee AM THE MESSIAS.

John 6:35 “...I AM the bread of life...the living bread..”

John 8:12 “...I AM the light of the world..” John 8:58 “...Before Abraham was, I AM..”

John 10:7 ”...I AM the door of the sheepfold…” John 10:11 “...I AM the good shepherd...”

John 11:25 “..I AM the resurrection and the life…”

John 14:6 “ I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life…”

John 15:1 :”...IAM the true vine.”

John 18: 5 “ I AM HE…” John 18: 8 “… I AM HE…”

Jesus is the only One and the Only Way! When will we stop trying everything our way? There is only ONE TRUE CHURCH and it does not ANY fractured parts. When we truly come back to the ONE TRUE CHURCH, keep all God’s commandments, embrace the TRUTH (JESUS) and look upward Genesis 9:21 And the bow shall be in the cloud; and I will look upon it, that I may remember the everlasting covenant, which I made unto thy father Enoch, that, when men should keep all my commandments, Zion should again come on the earth, the city of Enoch, which I have caught up unto myself. 22 And this is mine everlasting covenant: that when thy posterity shall embrace the truth and look upward, then shall Zion look downward, and all the heavens shall shake with gladness, and the earth shall tremble with joy; 23 And the general assembly of the church of the firstborn shall come down out of heaven, and possess the earth, and shall have place until the end come. And this is mine everlasting covenant, which I made with thy father Enoch.

Why do we continue postponing this great event?

God bless

Paul Gage

Moyne Annette DeLong - Obituary

 

Moyne Annette DeLong April 17, 1937 — July 17, 2024 Independence, Missouri Moyne Annette De Long, of Independence, Missouri, passed away at her home in eastern Independence on the morning of Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the age of 87. Born April 17, 1937, in Leon, Iowa, she was the eldest child of Melvin James "Scoop" and Beulah Leora Schofield. Moyne spent her childhood in Lamoni, Iowa. At the age of 15, Moyne faced profound loss with the tragic death of her father, which led her mother to take up work at the Lamoni Bank while Moyne assumed responsibility for her siblings. That same year in 1952, Moyne started dating John Alvan De Long, a farmboy from Andover, Missouri, who would become her lifelong partner. Moyne graduated from Lamoni High School in 1955 and married John on June 8, 1958. Over the years, they relocated frequently due to John's career, living in Lamoni, Columbia and Independence (Missouri), Northglenn (Colorado), Albuquerque (New Mexico), Concord (California), Berlin (New Jersey) and Woodridge (Illinois) before settling back in Independence in 1977. Throughout her life, Moyne had a deep love for music, having played the cello during her school years. She continued to cherish classical music, particularly Mozart's Requiem and Handel's Messiah, long after setting aside her instrument. After her children were grown, Moyne began working at the MidContinent Public Library, where she dedicated herself to sorting through new books until her retirement in 2002. Known for her cheerful demeanor, Moyne brightened the lives of others with her trademark smiley face drawings slipped into her children's lunchboxes. She was a shy and private person, characterized by her dignity, loyalty, and a quietly humorous spirit. Moyne is survived by her son Scott De Long of Independence, his son Andrew (40) with Catherine, and great-grandson Grayson Wren De Long (13) of Sugar Creek; her daughter Julie (Tracy Christopher) Kurth, and grandsons David Kurth (26) and Adam Kurth (23) of Scottsdale, Arizona. She is also survived by 11 beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Moyne was preceded in death by her husband John, with whom she shared 64 years of marriage, her sister Sandra Lea McDaniel, and her brother James Douglas Schofield.

Visitation will be held at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St. S, Independence, MO 64055, on Thursday, July 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. She will be laid to rest at Rose Hill Cemetery in Lamoni, Iowa, with a graveside service on Friday, July 26, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Children's Organ Transplant Association in honor of Adam Kurth at https://cota.org/cotaforadamk/.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600)

Edith L. "Edie" Cook - Obituary

 

Edith L. "Edie" Cook November 14, 1933 — July 16, 2024 Edith L. Cook, age 90, passed away on July 16, 2024, at KC Hospice House with her daughter by her side. Edith was born on November 14, 1933, in Independence, Missouri, to Henry Bennett McKinney and Olive Allene (Wilcox) McKinney. She graduated from William Chrisman High School in the class of 1951 and earned an Associate of Arts degree from Graceland College in 1954. She married Howard L. Cook on October 8, 1955, and they had two daughters, Linda and Karen. Edith was a devoted homemaker, caring for her children as well as serving her family and community. She worked tirelessly to provide her handicapped daughter, Linda, with the best possible care and opportunities to thrive. She also encouraged and supported Karen in her many interests and activities. She was a member of the RLDS Church, and later of the South Crysler Restoration Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ. Her faith was central to her life, and she often shared cherished memories of the young adults group at the Sugar Creek Congregation, attendance at many reunions, and activities with the Women’s departments at the East 39th Street Congregation, the Hill Cumorah Restoration Branch and the South Crysler Restoration Branch. She was also very active in advocacy for the handicapped, participating in efforts in the 1960’s and 70’s that led to the establishment of a school for the severely handicapped in Jackson County, as well as group homes and the sheltered workshop. Edith is survived by her daughters Linda Cook and Karen Thomas, grandchildren Alex Thomas (Melanie Kohls) and Kelsey Thomas, and many beloved nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Olive McKinney, her husband, Howard Cook, her siblings Karl, Tom, Katherine, Cora Beth, Phillip, Jamie, Jane, and Anne, and other cousins, nieces, and nephews. A visitation will be held on Monday, July 29, at 10:00 am, with a funeral service at 10:45 am, at Speaks Suburban Chapel in Independence, followed by a graveside memorial at Mound Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to KC Hospice House or Ascend Hospice, who took such wonderful care of Mom and Dad in their final days.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Edith L. "Edie" Cook, please visit our flower store.

 

Ellen Kathleen Herndon Obituary

Ellen Kathleen Herndon November 24, 1954 — July 17, 2024 Independence Ellen Kathleen Herndon of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, she was 70. Ellen entered this world on November 24, 1953 in Tempe, Arizona, the daughter of Bazil and Wilma Higginbotham. In August of 1965 she moved from Phoenix, AZ with her family to Independence, MO. She attended Palmer Junior High School and graduated from Truman High School in Independence, MO. She received a Bachelors degree in Communication, a minor in Theatre, and a certificate in Billing and Coding at Central Missouri University in Warrensburg, MO. She worked for the Federal Income Tax Agency in Kansas City, MO as an IRS supply clerk for 20 years. She leaves many friends from SCA and was semi active with them until her death. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Community of Christ Church. Ellen leaves behind her husband, John Herndon and her daughter Amanda Kathleen Herndon of the home, and son Austin Cushing of Raytown, MO; her sister, Linda Benson and brother, Thomas Higginbotham of Independence, MO and her brother, David Higginbotham of Marshall, MO; and her mother Wilma Higginbotham of Independence, MO. She also leaves behind 2 granddaughters and 11 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Bazil Higginbotham. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to take place at a later date.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Ellen Kathleen Herndon, please visit our flower store.

 

Searching for Wide Mouth Gallon Jars

Does anyone have wide-mouth gallon jars preferably with lids? ▪ Rick Lade 816-520-3950

 

CPRS Enrolling 2024-2025

 

Looking for Reading Glasses Donation for Kenya Saints

If anyone has reading glasses they no longer use, I am interested in taking them to Kenya for saints who need them. I will be distributing them from the Mildred Smith Mission Health Center at no cost to the church members. You can email me at dougjudismith@gmail.com or msmhcenter@gmail.com Thanks for your help, Judi Smith

 

Free Round Baler

This is an older unit and will probably need work. The belts look worn to me. It is a VERMEER Model 605C Baler. Currently it is up at the farm in Kearney Mo. Not sure how one would transport it. You can contact me at 816-728-2379. Arrangements can be made to look it over to see if it is something you could work with. Archie Gatrost May God be With You This Day. Have a Wonderful Day! :)

 

Free Lunch with Medicare Broker

Hello Friends, Most of you know that I am a Medicare broker. I also work for MASA Global. We are an ambulance membership company with a lot of other benefits. We have seminars at restaurants where you can come and listen to our presentation and then get a free lunch whether you get a membership or not. I will be in the metro area Tuesday 23 through Thursday 25. If you would like to come to one of my seminars, call or text me at 816-536-5970, or email me at sgage@masamtsagent.com. Spaces are limited so reach out right away. Regards, Stuart Gage

SUMMER JOINT PREACHING SERVICE

 SUMMER JOINT PREACHING SERVICE

 

CPRS Enrolling 2024-2025

 

Urgent! Need to Cancel Heartland Meeting 7/18

Independence Heartland group needs to cancel the meeting scheduled this Thursday, 7/18/24 due to double scheduling of the Outreach Restoration Branch Church. Hope to see you at our 3rd Thursday meeting next month! August, 8/15 @ 6:30 pm.

 

Selling Kitchen Table

We are selling our Kitchen Table. It is Oak veneer with 4 Chairs. It is an oval shape, but you can remove the leaf for a smaller, round table. It has some wear spots. We are asking $150. Call 816-795-0703 if interested. Lynette Davis