Summer 2026 with St. Paul’s

We can’t wait to gather, grow, and give together this summer!

A summer calendar PDF is available for download here. Additional events are found on our calendar page.

MAY

Saturday May 30, 10am

Garden Workday @ St. Paul’s
Come serve and grow with us in our Community Garden.
Contact: Sarah Feyerherm or Suzie Dutton

Sunday May 31, 9am

Combined Worship @ Shawnee Mission Park
One worship service at Shelter 8; stay for a brunch potluck, games, and packing 100 hydration kits for Reconciliation Services. Sign up to bring a brunch dish.
Contact: Pastor Eric

JUNE

Tuesday June 2, 5:30pm

KIFA Dinner @ JCCC
We’re celebrating another year of legislative advocacy with the Kansas Interfaith Action (KIFA) Annual Event. Tickets required.
Contact: Pastor Eric

Friday June 5, 7pm

“Way Too Famous” @ Lenexa City Center
Check out Brad Athey’s band in a free community show. More info here.
Contact: Alice Wright

Saturday June 6, 11am

KC Pride Parade
March with other area UMCs in the KC Pride Parade. Sign up here for group meet up information.
Contact: Sam O’Shea

Sunday June 7

First Sunday Food Drive
The first Sunday of every month we collect food for community partners.
Contact: Cindy Neely (Hub Argentine) and Lelia Moore (JoCo Multi-Service Center)

Saturday June 13, 11am-5pm

Turkish Food & Art Festival @ Dialogue Institute
A vibrant celebration of culture, community and connection hosted by the Dialogue Institute. Additional info.
Contact: Pat Cooper

Tuesday June 16, 7:30-9:30am

Serving Breakfast @ Cross-Lines
Serve with St. Paul’s decades-long partner in Armourdale, KCK. Sign up required.
Contact: Cindy Moore

Tuesday June 16, 1-3pm

Serve @ Hillcrest Thrift in OP
Hillcrest Thrift Stores support Hillcrest’s work to move people from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Sign up required.
Contact: Leslie Nord

Saturday June 20, 9:30am

Pollinator Party @ St. Paul’s
Fun activities for all ages include a beehive demonstration and planting flowers in St. Paul’s beautiful outdoor space.
Contact: Nancy Watson-Pistole

Sunday June 21, 8am-12pm

Blood Drive @ St. Paul’s
Give blood through the Community Blood Bank before or after worship. Walk-ins welcome, or RSVP for a time slot here.
Contact: Susan Osborn

Thursday June 25, 1-3pm

Shawnee Community Services food pantry
Pack boxes to support local families facing food insecurity. Sign up required.
Contact: Janice Willard

Sunday June 27, 8:30am

Trustees Serve Day @ St. Paul’s
Join our Trustees to help with projects around the church and property. All ages & abilities welcome!
Contact: Terry Moore

Sunday June 28, 9am

Combined Worship @ Shawnee Mission Park
One worship service at Shelter 8; bring OTC medicine and vitamins to donate for upcoming international mission trips. Stay for a brunch and a park cleanup service project after worship.
Contact: Pastor Kyle

JULY

Wednesday July 1, 6:30pm

El Porvenir Benefit Concert @ St. Paul’s
Enjoy Latin American music from Voz y Cuerdas to benefit our partners for clean water projects in Nicaragua. Info here.
Contact: Janet & Jack Podoll

Friday July 3, 5pm

World Cup Watch Party @ Theater in the Park
Celebrate FIFA fever with St. Paul’s and JCPRD. Tickets are free, but you must register here.
Contact: Alice Wright

Sunday July 5

First Sunday Food Drive
The first Sunday of every month we collect food for community partners.
Contact: Cindy Neely (Hub Argentine) and Lelia Moore (JoCo Multi-Service Center)

Thursday July 16, 7:30-9:30am

Serving Breakfast @ Cross-Lines
Serve with St. Paul’s decades-long partner in Armourdale, KCK. Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Cindy Moore

Saturday July 18, 8:30a-3p

Build Day @ Habitat for Humanity Olathe
Be a part of the Pathway Project with Habitat! Limited spots; registration coming soon.
Contact: Pastor Eric

Sunday July 19, 6-7:30pm

Film Screening: “Jesus was a Migrant” @ St. Paul’s
We’ll watch this new film from Jemar Tisby and discuss over a light meal.
Contact: Pastor Eric

Friday July 24, 10am-12pm

Serve @ Hillcrest Thrift in OP
Hillcrest Thrift Stores support Hillcrest’s work to move people from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Leslie Nord

Sunday July 26, 9am

Combined Worship @ Shawnee Mission Park
One worship service at Shelter 8; Donate granola bars for Arrowhead Middle School. Stay for brunch and a mission trip sendoff as our students head to Be The Neighbor in Bentonville, AR.
Contact: Pastor Kyle or Pastor Eric

AUGUST

Sunday August 2

First Sunday Food Drive & Assemble Snack Bags
The first Sunday of every month we collect food for community partners. At 10am, we’ll also assemble the snack bags for food-insecure students at Arrowhead Middle School in KCK.
Contact: Cindy Neely (Hub Argentine) and Lelia Moore (JoCo Multi-Service Center)

Tuesday August 4, 7:30-9:30am

Serving Breakfast @ Cross-Lines
Serve with St. Paul’s decades-long partner in Amourdale, KCK. Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Cindy Moore

Thursday August 6, 6:40pm

Royals Game vs. Minnesota Twins
Join St. Paul’s at the K for a night of family fun! Discounted tickets available. Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Pastor Eric

Sunday August 9

Back To School Celebrations
Kick off the new year in community as we partner with Shawnee & Lenexa UMCs.
Contact: Pastor Kyle or Caitlyn Koebbe

Saturday August 15, 10a-12p

Serve & Sort @ Kanbe’s Market
Sort produce that gets provided to neighbors in need. Great for all ages! Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Sandy Finney

Sunday August 16, TBD

Culture Walking Tour w/ Cowtown Tours
Take a two-hour story stroll through KC history & culture with Laura Miller of Cowtown Tours. Sign up coming soon.
Contact: Nancy Watson-Pistole

Saturday August 22, 9am-12pm

Tiny Tots Triathlon @ Mill Creek Park
Celebrate sweet victory with Lenexa’s littlest athletes! St. Paul’s is a sponsor. Sign up to serve – coming soon. Or, register your tiny triathlete here.
Contact: Alice Wright

Sunday August 23, 12pm

NEXT @ St. Paul’s
Discover next steps and make new connections as you share your story and learn about St. Paul’s.
Contact: Pastor Kyle or Pastor Eric

Saturday August 29, 10am

Garden Workday @ St. Paul’s
Come serve and grow with us in our Community Garden.
Contact: Sarah Feyerherm or Suzie Dutton

Sunday August 30, 9am

Combined Worship @ Shawnee Mission Park
One worship service at Shelter 8; Bring dog treats and assemble toys for dogs at the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter. Join us for brunch after worship.
Contact: Pastor Eric

You may find more of what’s happening at St. Paul’s on our Calendar Page.