Reading UMC - Kansas

05/25/2026

A reminder that the offices will be closed for this week of May 25th through 30th due to the holiday and Annual Conference in Kearney. Please pray for the work of the gathering and for safe travels for all attending.

05/21/2026

Join us Sunday at 9:30 in Osage City and 11 in Reading as we celebrate the pouring out of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost and the sharing of the Gospel to people of all nations, each in their languages. We'll also begin looking at the basics of faith and the history of the United Methodist Church as we talk about John Wesley who writes of his heart being "strangely warmed," and how he "submitted to be more vile" to reach the people of his day who otherwise might not have been reached. Will you wear your red and invite others to join in celebrating this Pentecost Sunday and Aldersgate Day?

05/14/2026

Join us Sunday, May 17th at 9:30 in Osage City and 11 in Reading as we honor our graduates and wrap our sermon series "Encountering the Risen Christ" as we talk about Jesus' ascension into heaven and "Authority Given" to his disciples as he blesses them and sends them to continue his work here on earth. Will you please share this video and invite friends, family, and neighbors to gather in community to worship together this Sunday?

05/14/2026

Hey, are you looking around for miracles in your life? Do you want to help in "Miracle Sunday?" This Sunday we will take a special offering to help expand scholarship and witness for clergy around the globe. Here is a link with a video from Bishop David Wilson to learn more.

Miracle Sunday - Message from Bishop Wilson

05/07/2026

You are invited this Sunday as we continue on our sermon series "Encountering the Risen Christ" as we ask "What's Feeding Sheep Got to Do With It?" We'll look at Jesus' interaction with Peter as he asks "Do you love me? Then feed my sheep." We'll gather at 11 for worship, special music, and a special treat and prayers for Mother's Day. Will you invite others and join us for worship this Sunday? See you there!

04/30/2026

Join us at 11 on Sunday, May 3rd for our next installment in the series "Encountering the Risen Christ" as we look at "Returning to the Familiar." We'll look at the disciples as they wrap up an unproductive day of fishing to see Jesus on shore, making breakfast and telling them to go out again and cast their nets on the other side. Please invite others and share this video to share the Good News in our community. We will also be celebrating Holy Communion together.

04/23/2026

Join us on Sunday at 9:30 in Osage City and 11 in Reading as we continue "Encountering the Risen Christ." This week we'll be looking at "Show Me Your Scars" with the story of Thomas who asks to see Jesus' wounds before he will dare to hope and believe in the resurrection. We'll talk about the healing that has come through Christ's wounds and the scars that we bring before Christ who meets us where we are. Please invite others and share this video as we gather to speak to the work of Christ in a wounded world. See you there!

04/16/2026

Join us Sunday, April 19th at 9:30 in Osage City or 11 in Reading as we enter a new sermon series, "Encountering the Risen Christ" where we look at the "now what?" of Easter. We'll follow along as we see the times that Jesus appears to his disciples and how we might encounter him today. This week we're looking at Luke 24:13-35, the walk to Emmaus where Jesus is made known in the breaking of bread. We'll look at what keeps us from experiencing Christ with us and how Christ can be revealed in welcoming the stranger, breaking bread, and much more! Will you invite others to join and share this video? Looking forward to seeing you Sunday!

04/02/2026

Reminder: Join us tonight in Reading at 6 for a potluck dinner and Holy Communion.

Good Friday, join us in Osage City at 7 for a time of hearing the Passion Narrative of Jesus' death with a few pieces of music, including special music.

Then, prepare yourself for Sunday morning as we celebrate the Resurrection!

6:45 in Reading at the community building we will have a potluck breakfast after a brief sunrise service.
9:30 Easter Worship in Osage City with Holy Communion and a Baptism
11 AM Easter Worship in Reading with Holy Communion

Will you take some time to join us in remembering Jesus' last days and in anticipation of the hope of Resurrection? No matter who you are or where you come from, you are welcome to this time where we celebrate the Good News!

03/31/2026

Join us for Holy Week as we walk the path with Jesus through his last supper, crucifixion, and celebrate his Resurrection on Easter.

Here are the events of the week that we will be gathering:

Maundy Thursday, April 2nd- 6 PM in Reading-- bring a potluck dish to share and we will have a meal together and celebrate Holy Communion.

Good Friday, April 3rd- 7 PM in Osage City-- join us for a reading of John's gospel version of the Passion Narrative. We'll have a little bit of special music and a few congregational hymns woven in, but mainly let the story speak into our lives.

Easter Sunday, April 5th- 6:45 AM Sunrise in Reading-- bring a breakfast dish and join us by the community building to hear the resurrection story, listen to some music, and watch as the Sun/Son rises, then join for a breakfast after.

9:30 AM Osage City We will celebrate a Baptism and Holy Communion, and worship in praise of the Resurrection as we talk about "Risking Hope"

11 AM Reading- Join us as we worship and praise the Resurrection and celebrate Holy Communion, "Risking Hope"

There are many ways to enter the story, and we pray that you will join us for all of the ups and downs, as we come fully prepared to celebrate the hope of Resurrection.

Will you join us and invite others to gather in community?