Updated June 19:

• This Weekend! Christian Singer/Speaker Rachel Kurtz here in concert!  Inspirational Christian singer Rachel Kurtz will be with us June 21 and 22.  She will lead a Saturday morning parent workshop, afternoon youth retreat for middle and high school youth of Hosanna! and surrounding congregations, and an evening concert open to the entire community.  Rachel will also offer music and inspiration during worship on Sunday morning. 

• Pastor Mike is on Sabbatical   Pastor Mike is on sabbatical until Monday, August 4.  Rather than an extended vacation, this is Sabbath time--giving him time to rest, reconnect with God and family, pursue creative endeavors, take classes, and grow, all so that he can come back a happier, healthier, more creative and hopeful pastor who will serve us and the wider church for many more years. 
  Pastor Mike is not checking e-mail and not available by phone.  If you are facing challenges and would like support ASAP, or you just want someone to talk to sometime, Pastor Jealaine Marple is available to you.  She is a member of Hosanna, but serves the wider church elsewhere as an interim pastor.  Do not hesitate to reach out to Pastor Jealaine at (563) 663-5598 or jealainemarple@gmail.com. 

• Upcoming Worship Leaders   Rather than just “filling holes,” we have invited dynamic and skilled worship leaders for their differing gifts, styles, and experiences, to give us different perspectives on God and faith while Pastor Mike is away.  Here’s who will be with us in the next few weeks:

  • This Sunday:  Pr. John Kreidler and Rachel Kurtz - Pastor John is a retired prison chaplain, bishop’s associate, and member of Hosanna!  He will lead our worship liturgy and Holy Communion.  Singer and storyteller Rachel will lead our music and offer the reflection on God’s Word.

  • June 29 + July 6 + July 13:  Pastor Alena Vaughn - Pastor Alena is a pastoral resident at Second Baptist Church in Liberty.  Alena loves to contemplate the creativity of the Divine--to appreciate the imagination of God seen in all of humanity, in the marvels of our environment, in proactive innovation, and beyond.  Alena is a proud dog mom to a rambunctious Sheepadoodle.  There are only a few truths she holds as absolute-- 1) standup comedy is inspired,  2) one can never have too many potted plants,  3) movies watched in silence are awkward, 4) the world would be a better place if we all strived to be as kind as Paul Rudd.  We’ve invited a few of our guest pastors to be with us for three weeks so that, even as we experience differing perspectives and styles, we also have consistency and familiarity in worship. 

• VBS Volunteers and Decorations Needed   HOSANNA! is excited to present a FREE 3-day VBS from 5 pm to 8 pm on July 9-11. We will start with dinner and an opening assembly each night. Then, we'll begin our fun as we explore Camp Firelight. We will wrap up our VBS with our worship service on Sunday, July 13th, where we will share with the congregation what we learned, along with some camp songs. 
  We need several adult volunteers for the following lead positions: Science, Recreation, Music, Dinner, Crafts, and Lessons. All lead positions have a script to follow, and readings/projects/activities will be provided to you. We will also need a teen volunteer for each youth section to be our Camp Counselors to help stay energized and to lead them to their sessions. Many hands make light work, and we'll need all your hands! If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about VBS, please contact Chris Marple at chrismmarple@gmail.com. During our VBS, John Kreidler will lead an adult bible study during each VBS session. 

  • HOSANNA! VBS Supply List  We will also need some camp/outdoor-themed decorations. We could use items such as a kayak, small tents, sleeping bags, lanterns, or anything you can think of that would be fun to bring in for decorations. Please review the available slots on the link below and click on the button to sign up to donate items for our VBS!  Please bring your items into church after June 21st. If you want the item returned to you, please label it clearly.
    https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4FAAAB2FA5F9C70-57089318-hosanna

  • Register your campers (ages 5-12) today! Please think about bringing your grandkids, nieces and nephews, neighbors, and anyone looking for a great time this summer! The registration is open now! https://tinyurl.com/H-VBS-25

• Hosanna! Turns 25!  This year is Hosanna's !’s 25th anniversary and on Sunday, September 21st we will celebrate this milestone with a special worship service at our usual time with activities to follow.  We are excited that Pastor Richard Heinlen, our mission developer and first pastor, will be with us on that day!  All are welcome to be with us.  See Karen Orrill if you would like to assist in any way. 

• Property Update: 

  • The Vineyard …. The grapes are doing well and we will take all security measures to not have them stolen this year. Ten of the Noiret vines were replaced this year to fill voids left by unhealthy vines. They are the vines in the blue tubes.
    Looking to the future we will need another custodian to learn how to care for the vines so they will remain a legacy for Hosanna. The management of these vines is not that difficult but does require your time.
    Anyone interested please contact Mike Jennings at 816-728-0531.

  • Lawn Care …. Again the lawn maintenance takes time and we are looking for volunteers to assist while I am out of town and when I cannot physically do it anymore. I plan to be out of town July 15-24 2025 and then October 13-24 2025 so if you can assist call Mike Jennings @ 816-728-0531 or Scott Schmidt @ 816-868-4762. I normally cut on Saturday’s starting around 9:00 am. Again anyone interested in helping to learn the routine…either show up or call Mike Jennings @ 816-728-0531