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Mr. Stinky Feet’s Christmas Concert at Trinity

Mr. Stinky Feet’s Christmas Concert at Trinity

Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church
Mission Campus
5601 West 62nd Street
Mission, KS 66202

Join us for a festive, family-friendly celebration featuring Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove, who has been delighting families for over 28 years with his high-energy, interactive concerts! This special Christmas show will include original songs and fun twists on holiday classics—perfect for kids and parents alike.

Admission:
Bring non-perishable food or hygiene items (canned and dry goods) to support local families, or give a free-will offering.

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Handel’s Messiah

Handel’s Messiah

December 23, 2025
Featuring Period Instruments
C. Stephen Metzler Hall at The Folly Theater, Kansas City, MO

Experience Handel’s beloved masterpiece as the composer intended in this special period performance featuring world-class musicians playing historical instruments.

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German Christmas Market

German Christmas Market

Come and visit the sixth annual Saint Paul Christkindlesmarkt in Concordia, Missouri. Come the weekend of December 12-13th. The market will be open from 4pm to 8pm on Friday, Dec. 12th and from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, December 13th.

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Advent Breakfast at Hope

Advent Breakfast at Hope

Saturday, December 6
Hope Lutheran Church in Shawnee
Greetings from the Men of Hope at Hope Lutheran Church, a group that inspires men to be better spiritual leaders. We are inviting you to an Advent breakfast that will feature speaker Rev. Mark Frith, National Director of the Champions for Religious liberty Network.

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Operation Christmas Child Packing Party

Operation Christmas Child Packing Party

Pack a Shoebox Gift for a Child in Need. Join us for our 2025 OCC Packing Party! We’ll pack 3,600 shoeboxes to send to children who get to hear about the love of Jesus for the very first time.
Saturday, November 8th – 9am – 12pm
Come and go event! Adults and children are welcomed!

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Reflections Spire Concert

Reflections Spire Concert

Reflections: Spire Chamber Ensemble with William Jewell College Choirs
Featuring Tallis’s 40-part Spem in alium alongside Renaissance and contemporary sacred works by Byrd, Victoria,Roderick Williams, Cecilia McDowall, Ken Burton, and more.
Saturday, Oct 4, 7:30 PM – Redemptorist Catholic Church (3333 Broadway)
Sunday, Oct 5, 3:00 PM – Visitation Church (5141 Main St)

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MLM Minor Home Repair Program – Applications Open!

MLM Minor Home Repair Program – Applications Open!

In partnership with Johnson County, KS, MLM has funding available to provide Minor Home Repair assistance to income eligible homeowner residents of Johnson County. We currently have a short waiting list for services. While the MHR program at MLM ordinarily prioritizes assistance to elderly and disabled households, this program serves a broader population who meet income eligibility guidelines

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In His Image Retreat

In His Image Retreat

Learn from Rev. David Fleming and Dr. Beverly Yahnke how we can stand on truth in love
regarding sexuality in a post-Christian culture. With the legal redefinition of marriage, the confusion regarding gender, and rapidly changing sexual mores in society, Biblical educators, pastors, singles, couples, and parents are looking for guidance in articulating and promoting a positive view of the Christian vision for marriage and sexuality. Our goal is to equip people with tools to speak constructively and to live confidently amid the current confusion.

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Missionary Visiting Our Saviour (KCKS) – Tuesday, June 17

Missionary Visiting Our Saviour (KCKS) – Tuesday, June 17

This summer, Ruth Maita and her family will be on a brief break from their LCMS missionary work in Puerto Rico. Our Saviour Lutheran Church (4153 Rainbow Blvd, KCKS 66103) will host them, and area church members, on June 17 for an evening meal. Ruth and her husband will be sharing photos and stories of their work.

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