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Weekly Announcements

Announcements for the week ending September 27, 2026

  • Worship in person or online

    We worship at Atonement Lutheran Church (9948 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park). Saturday night services are at 5:00 p.m. Traditional worship is at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings and contemporary worship is at 11:00 a.m. Sunday school for all ages and Sunday morning adult choir are at 9:45 a.m. The 8:30 a.m. service is posted on https://www.youtube.com/@ALC-OPKS/streams and the 11:00 a.m. service is posted on https://www.youtube.com/@salemlutheranchurch1518/streams and our social media pages (links to those are at the top of this page). All are welcome! We encourage you to worship in the style and manner that is best for you and your family!

  • Baptisms — Sept. 27

    Join us on Sunday, Sept. 27 as we celebrate the baptisms of Miller Marie Atchison and Saylor James Atchison, daughters of Zack and Abigail Atchison at the 11:00 a.m. worship service.

  • Topgolf youth event — Sept. 27

    Youth in grades 7-12, bring your best swing, friends, and $20/person (+ a little extra if you want snacks) for an afternoon of golf and fun at Topgolf (10611 Nall Ave., Overland Park) from 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27. Please RSVP on the link below.Read more »

  • Feed the Need — bring donations by Sept. 27

    We are collecting food and supplies for the campus food pantries at Johnson County Community College and KU's Lutheran Campus Ministry. Click on the link below for a list of suggested items. You may leave your donations at the green Outreach table in the Atonement lobby during September. Please bring all donations by Sunday, Sept. 27.Read more »

  • Coffee & Conversation — Sept. 29

    Join your Salem friends for Coffee & Conversation on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 9:00 a.m. at Foundry Coffeehouse (inside Foundry Church, 8835 Lackman Road, Lenexa). Contact Joyce Benedict with any questions. Coffee & Conversation typically meets on the last Tuesday of every month. All are welcome!

  • Friday Fun — Oct. 2

    Third - 8th graders are invited to a night of food, faith, and fun on Friday, Oct. 2 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. at Atonement. (Please note new date). We’ll have dinner together, training for acolytes & crucifers, and will play large group games. Please RSVP on the link below. Contact Atonement Director of Kids and Family Ministries Boo McCready with any questions. Read more »

  • Meet the Pastors Forum — Oct. 4

    As Atonement and Salem continue exploring ministry together, here is a chance to get to know Pastor Zac, Pastor Jealaine, and Pastor Jordan a little better! Come to the Atonement sanctuary on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 7:00 p.m. to hear each pastor share more about themselves, their stories, and their ministry, followed by time for your questions and conversation. Light refreshments will follow.

  • Young adult pickleball event — Oct. 4

    Join other young adults (age 18-35) at Chicken N Pickle (5901 W. 135th St., Overland Park) for a little pickleball fun on Sunday, Oct. 4 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Click on the link below to RSVP. Read more »

  • Dinner 4 Eight — sign up by Oct. 4

    Dinner 4 Eight is a great way to build new friendships or develop existing ones in our church community! Groups may consist of singles, couples, and/or families with children. Groups will run from October 2026-summer 2027. Please sign up by Sunday, Oct. 4 by clicking on the link below; groups will be formed and you will be notified with group members' names and contact information. Contact Joyce Benedict with any questions. Read more »

  • Hollis Fall Fest — Oct. 10

    Hollis Fall Fest is back, and this year it’s on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Come hungry for Quentin's BBQ. Save room for homemade pie. Grab a local craft beer, browse the silent auction, and enjoy family activities throughout the evening. Tickets include access to the silent auction, Quentin's BBQ dinner, pie, craft beer, inflatables, and face painting for the kids! Tickets are $20/each or $50/family (2 adults + up to 4 children). You can also purchase a silent auction only ticket for $5. The event takes place in the lodge at Hollis Renewal Center (11414 Kansas Ave., Kansas City, KS). Click on the link below to purchase tickets. Mark your calendar and make plans to attend for good food, fall fun, and fellowship, all while supporting the mission of Hollis Renewal Center!Read more »

  • GFN Listening Sessions — Oct. 11

    We are offering Good Faith Network “listening sessions” again this fall, where you are invited to share concerns and issues you see in our community. We will be adding a new issue this, year and the work begins inside our congregation. Through listening sessions, people share the pressures affecting their families, neighbors, and communities. We gather those stories, identify common themes, and bring them to the GFN Community Problems Assembly. There, team members from every participating congregation vote together on which issue should become GFN’s next campaign. We listen broadly, discern together, research carefully, and act collectively. And we can't wait to see you at a listening session this fall! The final listening session is Sunday, Oct. 11. Sign up below. Contact Renee Loya or Chris Wise with any questions. Read more »

  • Tiny Pantry Meal Kit Packing — Oct. 11

    The Tiny Pantry at Atonement provides free, 24/7 access to food and hygiene essentials for neighbors in need, no questions asked. Join us on Sunday, Oct. 11 at 9:30 a.m. in the lobby/narthex at Atonement as we work together to pack meal kits that will help keep the pantry stocked and ready for anyone who needs a little extra support. Please sign on the link below so we make sure we have enough volunteers to assist. Read more »

  • Mini-golf and fellowship — Oct. 11

    Join us for a joint fellowship event between Salem and Atonement. We will have our mini-golf outing at Smiley's Golf Complex (10195 Monticello Terrace, Lenexa) on Sunday, Oct. 11. We have the Mini Haunts course reserved that afternoon, and there is no cost to attend. Please choose one of the two time slots to allow everyone time to play: 2:00-3:30 p.m. or 3:30-5:00 p.m. We are limited to 50 people for each time slot. All individuals, families, and friends are invited to play and enjoy fellowship! Click on the link below for more information and to sign up. Read more »

  • Tuesday Trivia Night — Oct. 13

    Join our Atonement friends on the second Tuesday of every month for an evening of great food, fellowship, and friendly trivia at Meat Mitch Barbecue (3620 W. 95th St., Leawood). The next one will be on Oct. 13. Dinner is at 6:00 p.m., and trivia starts at 7:00 p.m. Whether you are a trivia pro or just in it for the laughs, everyone is invited. Bring a friend! Click on the link below to RSVP. Read more »

  • XYZ Seniors — Oct. 15

    Join our Atonement friends for XYZ Seniors, a group that meets monthly (September-June) for a presentation on various fun and engaging topics with a light lunch afterward. Their October meeting will be on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 11:00 a.m. in Charter Hall at Atonement Lutheran Church (9948 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park). Pastor Zac will speak on "Semper Relevantum: How Lutheran Thought and Theology is Still Relevant and Crucial Today." Lunch will be chicken tenders for $5, payable at the door. Please bring a salad or dessert to share. This is a great fellowship for seniors (or adults of any age). Bring a friend! Click on the link below to RSVP.Read more »

  • Fellowship of the Stein — Oct. 15

    Fellowship of the Stein will resume on Thursday, Oct. 15 at Stockyards Brewing Co. (10310 Mastin St., Overland Park). They typically meet on the third Thursday of every month at a variety of breweries, restaurants, and homes. All men are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to Steve Wise if you plan to attend so we know what size table to get.

  • Sewing for God's Child service project — Oct. 17

    If you can use scissors we need you! Join us on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Koinonia Hall to make reusable menstrual pads for women in Guatemala. No experience is necessary. Bring a sewing machine and scissors if you have them. Contact Katie Lange with any questions.

  • Third-grade bible class — Oct. 18

    Third graders and their parents are invited to a milestone class on Sunday, Oct. 18 in Charter Hall at Atonement from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Pastor Zac will introduce and guide kids through this amazing love letter from God! (Godparents and grandparents are welcome too!) The bible presentation will be on Sunday, Oct. 25 at both worship services. Older kids who have not had an opportunity to explore the bible with one of the pastors and/or not been gifted with a bible are welcome to attend and receive a bible. Contact Boo McCready, Atonement Director of Kids and Family Ministries, with any questions.

  • Youth trip to Louisburg Cider Mill — Oct. 18

    Youth in grades 7-12 are invited to the Louisburg Cider Mill for an afternoon of fun exploring the corn maze, enjoying the corn pit, and participating in many other exciting events. We will meet at Atonement at 1:30 p.m. and carpool to the cider mill. Students can be picked up at Atonement at 4:00. Please bring $20/person. Please RSVP on the link below.Read more »

  • Women’s Book Club — Oct. 19

    Please join us Monday, Oct. 19 at 4:00 p.m. at Koinonia Hall to discuss "The Lost and Found Bookshop" by Susan Wiggs. The Nov. 16 book will be "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn. Book club typically meets on the third Monday of every month. Contact Kathy Kostroske if you have any questions.

  • Third-grade bible presentation— Oct. 25

    Third graders will be presented with a bible during both worship services on Sunday, Oct. 25. Older kids who have not had an opportunity to explore the bible with one of the pastors and/or not been gifted with a bible are welcome also. There will be a class to prepare on Sunday, Oct. 18 in Charter Hall at Atonement from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Contact Boo McCready, Atonement Director of Kids and Family Ministries, with any questions.

  • GFN Community Problems Assembly — Oct. 25

    The first Good Faith Network event of their programming year is set to take place at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (12800 W. 75th St., Shawnee) on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 2:00 p.m. At this network-wide gathering, we will hear stories from the fall listening process, receive updates on our ongoing campaigns, and vote to select the newest issue area for the Good Faith Network to address. Contact Chris Wise or Renee Loya for more information.

  • Gathering of Hope and Healing — Oct. 31

    You are invited to join us in the chapel at Atonement on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 3:00 p.m. for a gentle time of remembrance, honoring the loved ones we've lost this past year. In this sacred space, we come together as a community bound by faith, hope, and love — holding one another close in heart and prayer. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to carry it alone. We hope this time of reflection brings comfort, peace, and a sense of belonging as you continue on your journey. Contact Pastor Jordan at Atonement with any questions. Please sign up on the link below.Read more »

  • Commitment Sunday potluck brunch — Nov. 1

    We will celebrate Commitment Sunday in community together between worship services with a potluck brunch on Sunday, Nov. 1. Sunday school for all ages will still meet. Adult choir will not rehearse that day. Please sign up on the link below.Read more »

  • GriefShare — Nov. 3 - Jan. 26

    GriefShare is a welcoming support group for people grieving the death of a family member or friend. Each meeting combines guidance from grief experts, along with honest conversations and encouragement from others who understand what you’re going through. Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, GriefShare is here to walk alongside you as you find hope for the road ahead. GriefShare will run every Tuesday from Nov. 3 - Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Gathering Place at Atonement. Contact Pastor Jordan at Atonement with any questions. Please sign up on the link below. Read more »

  • Confirmation retreat — Nov. 13-15

    Our Confirmation youth will travel to Carol Joy Holling Camp in Nebraska from Nov. 13-15. Cost is $110. Click on the link below to sign up. More information will be shared as the time gets closer. Read more »

  • XYZ Seniors — Nov. 19

    Join our Atonement friends for XYZ Seniors, a group that meets monthly (September-June) on the third Thursday for a presentation on various fun and engaging topics with a light lunch afterward. This is a great fellowship for seniors (or adults of any age).Watch for information on their next gathering, coming soon.Read more »

  • Noisy offering — Nov. 22

    Please bring your coins to drop in our buckets in both services on Sunday, Nov. 22. Look for more ways we will change the world with noisy offering every 5th Sunday. (Although November has five Sundays, the Noisy Offering will be taken on the fourth Sunday due to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.)

  • The Word in Season

    The October-November-December edition of "The Word in Season" has arrived. You may pick one up near the bulletins or at the church office. Published quarterly by Augsburg Fortress, it offers a daily scripture reading, devotional, and prayer from several different authors. We hope you find it useful in your daily walk with God.

  • 2026 directory available

    If you would like a 2026 church directory, you can pick one up at worship on Sunday or at the church office. If you have any changes or if you would like to submit a picture for our next printing, please notify Shari in the church office.

  • Salem is Officially an RIC Congregation!

    Salem Lutheran Church has been recognized by Reconciling Works (formerly Lutherans Concerned/North America) as the most recent Reconciling in Christ Congregation in Kansas. This comes after the congregation officially adopted the following public welcome statement in January of 2015. We, the members of Salem Lutheran Church, affirm the belief that we are all created in God’s image and are called to love one another as God loves us. We are a community that welcomes people of all ages, cultures, economic statuses, ethnic backgrounds, family blends, gender identities, physical and mental abilities, races, and sexual orientations. We seek to provide a safe and caring community where all people can grow in their faith. We encourage you to join us as we develop relationships with each other and discover the depth of God’s love for us all.