Flood Relief
Recent flooding in our region has caused significant devastation for individuals and their communities. If you’ve been with us in recent weeks, you know we’re invested long term in helping with flood relief. We’ve recently completed a food drive in partnership with the Open Door Mission, which collected over 7,000lbs of food. We’ll have more ways to get involved with flood relief in the coming weeks; sign up to receive notifications about upcoming serve opportunities at www.kingofkingsomaha.org/flood.
Vacation Bible School
Registration is open for this year’s Vacation Bible School, which will kick off on June 10. Register your kids or grandkids in the Next Steps Room or online. We’re also looking for teens and adults to help out and make that week an incredible experience for everyone. Get more details and sign up to serve or to attend at www.kingofkingsomaha.org/vbs.
Summer Women’s Bible Study
If you’ve ever felt inadequate, threatened, or pushed into situations that seemed overpowering, this is the study for you. Just as it was tough being a woman in Esther’s day, it’s tough today. Join us as Beth Moore helps peel back the layers of history and shows just how contemporary and applicable the story of Esther is to our lives This ten week study begins Monday, June 3 from 6:30-8PM. Learn more at www.kingofkingsomaha.org/women.
LWML Military Care Packages
The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) would like to bless men and women serving deployed to the 4th Infantry Division of Fort Carson, Colorado by sending them a care package. The LWML will do the baking and packing, but could use your help in gathering the following items:
Disposable razors, AA batteries, eye drops such as Artificial Tears, toothpaste, gel deodorant, granola bars, water enhancers, nut snack bags, sunflower seeds. Items should not contain a large amount of chocolate, meat, or cheese.
Cost per box will be $25. Cash donations are also accepted to cover the cost of any items we need to purchase. Turn in your items and donations to the church reception desk by Sunday, June 16. Questions? Please email Marcia at marcia.est1982@gmail.com
Kids Kount Summer Recruitment
A great opportunity to serve this summer is in Kids Kount at either 9 or 10:45AM as you get to lead kids to know Jesus. We make it super easy for you to plug in, and our team will work with your busy summer schedule. You can serve every week, bi-weekly or just once a month. Interested? Sign up in the Next Steps Room or online at www.kingofkingsomaha.org/serve.
Band of Brothers Peak Challenge
Band of Brothers (Men’s Ministry at King of Kings) is organizing the 2019 Peak Challenge event in Colorado. This is the 14th year of Peak Challenge, and the theme for 2019 is “Fight the Elements.” The challenge this year will be held July 25-29 at Camp Hale Group Campground near Leadville, Colorado. The price to register is $75, and the registration deadline is June 15. Please go to www.peakchallenge.net for more information or to register.
Passion Conference 2020
King of Kings Student Ministry is embarking on an adventure at the end of this year as we head to Passion Conference — and you’re invited! Passion Conference is a gathering of 18–25 year old’s in Atlanta, Georgia from December 30 through January 3. The cost is $300, which includes transportation, conference, and dinners.
Learn more about what to expect at the Passion Conference website (passionconferences.com/passion2020), and register online today at kingofkin.gs/passion
Conquering Codependency
Join us for a new session of Journey to Wholeness: Conquering Codependency. Our next 13 week class begins Sunday, June 2 from 9 – 10:30AM in the Alpha Room at King of Kings, continuing weekly through August 25. Join anytime!
This ongoing support group helps you break unhealthy patterns, provides tools for healing and growth, and opens honest communication about our deepest struggles and victories in Christ. Because of the personal nature of the class, discussions are kept confidential. For more information or to register, visit www.thecoreomaha.com.
Exploring The Bible
Exploring The Bible is a Sunday morning bible study that offers an interactive experience centered around selected passages from the Old and New Testaments. Participants are free to examine the Scriptures and discuss with others the implications of God’s truth for their lives. This study meets weekly on Sundays from 9:15-10:30AM in the Courtyard room.
Matt Albright’s Ordination
Congratulations to Pastor Matthew Albright on his Ordination! Matt Albright, a member of Kings of Kings since 2014, will be graduating from Concordia Theological Seminary in St. Louis in May. His ordination will take place on Sunday, May 26, with the official rites happening during 8AM worship, and then prayers and blessings at 9 and 10:45AM. LWML will be hosting a reception for him that morning so you can stop by and talk with him personally. And you’ll be able to meet his fiancé Haley as well.
King of Kings Mission Room
Consider supporting the King of Kings Mission Room where items are gathered, sorted, and shipped to the Orphan Grain Train (OGT). OGT gathers funds and items for flood victims in our region, other disasters in the US, and relief in 68 countries. If you would like to donate items, please consider bringing:
- clothes/shoes (all sizes and all seasons—includes coats, boots, gloves, etc.)
- bedding/quilts/blankets
- towels/linens (all sizes)
- medical supplies (crutches, splints, bandages, etc.—no medications)
- stuffed toys
- adult sized bicycles (in good condition)
Please take the items to the Church office marked for OGT. For more information, visit ogt.org or contact Ray and Dee Christensen at deemamac@cox.net.
Safety & Security Team
Join our team of dedicated volunteers who help keep us safe every weekend, both inside and outside of our building. If you’re interested in joining or learning more about this team, please contact security@www.kingofkingsomaha.org.
Next Steps Room
If you are a first time guest, or you’ve been here already and want to take a next step in discipleship to Jesus, this place is for you. We have information about membership, small groups, serving opportunities, and lots of friendly people who would love to get you connected. Come check it out!
Connect Class
Anyone who is interested in membership or just wants to find out more about King of Kings will be able to Connect on almost any Sunday. This four-week course will be led most weeks by Pastor Roger and will cover the basics of Christian faith and Lutheran doctrine. Connect class will also help get you plugged in to serving and small groups right away. Questions? Stop by the Next Steps Room to find out more! Contact Brenda Denne at brenda@www.kingofkingsomaha.org to register.