One of the best things about a church family is simply enjoying fellowship with each other. In fact, fellowship is one of the most important parts of what it means to be a church. From the very beginning, believers have been gathering for “the apostles’ teaching and fellowship” (Acts 2:42), as well as worship.

Looking for community? Looking for connection? Looking for God? Look for a group!

In a large church, it’s easy to feel lost in a crowd. That’s where groups come in. In a group, you can find others who are seeking what you’re seeking – learning, relationship, and a deeper sense of the presence of Christ in their lives.

Group ministry is growing at Saint Andrew’s. We have several groups with long histories, as well as newer ones that are just taking shape. In all of them you’ll find a hearty welcome, whether you’ve been part of Saint Andrew’s for years or you’ve just walked through the door.

Banner Guild

The Banner Guild is perfect for those who enjoy design, textile arts and liturgical beauty.  The guild gathers for a brief devotional time and then works on banners for use in liturgical processions.  The goal is to create a complete set of banners for the entire liturgical year.  All designers, crafters, sewers, etc., are cordially invited! For more information, contact Dr. Sharon Hettinger at 816-523-1602, ext. 112, or sharon@standrewkc.org.

Cancer Support Group

The Cancer Support Group is open to anyone who has had a diagnosis of cancer, as well as family members and friends of people with cancer. The group meets monthly at the church to share joys, concerns, and worries. Rather than discussing medical advice, the group listens, sympathizes, loves each other, and prays for healing of body, mind, and spirit. Contact Pat or the Rev. Dr. Jim Moore, 913-897-2376.

Circle of Grace

The Circle of Grace is an intercessory prayer group that meets at 11 a.m. each Friday at the church, concluding its meeting with the noon Eucharist. Contact Peggy Lane (APLaNave@aol.com) or by phone at 913-362-7824.

Community of Hope

Community of Hope members provide volunteer lay pastoral care to
complement the pastoral care offered by our clergy. The training manual for Community of Hope describes volunteer lay pastoral care as "when a person is being 'present' in a listening, compassionate, non-controlling manner to an individual or group for the purpose of consciously or unconsciously representing God to them and seeking to respond to their spiritual needs." Members receive training and ongoing, monthly continuing education. Contact the Rev. Beck Schubert at 913-381-3993 or schubertrm@umkc.edu.

Discipleship Groups

Our Discipleship Groups meet weekly or biweekly for prayer and sharing, scripturally based study, discussion, and care for one another. The groups choose from a variety of study materials. Contact Fr. John Spicer (frjohn@standrewkc.org).

Fabric of Life

Fabric of Life is a ministry comprised of quilters, sewers, and crafters — male and female. The group gathers on Wednesdays, from noon to 2:30 p.m., and/or Sundays, following the 10:15 a.m. liturgy, to construct quilts that will be "tied" and given to people in need. The group is currently working on quilts for those recovering from Hurricane Katrina in the Diocese of Mississippi (our partner diocese in hurricane relief). Fabric of Life meets in the Auxiliary Room, and participants are invited to bring their own cutting tools (rotary cutters, mats, and rulers), machines, and "gizmos and gotta-haves" to do the work of cutting, piecing, sewing, and tying the quilts. For more information, contact Dr. Sharon Hettinger at 816-523-1602, ext. 112, or sharon@standrewkc.org.

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Faith and Fellowship

The Faith and Fellowship group meets for lunch following the noon Eucharist on the second Friday of the month. In addition to breaking bread together, the group enjoys a time of instruction with one of our clergy. Contact Joey Straube at 913-236-7707.

Guild of the Christ Child

The Guild of the Christ Child is a group for all families with young children, infancy to 3rd grade. The group offers fellowship and spiritual support for busy young parents who are seeking to raise their kids in a Christian environment. The group gathers several times during the year for fellowship and learning opportunities, such as dinner clubs, an annual All Hallow’s Eve party, Christmas caroling, a gingerbread-making party, a winter bowling extravaganza, a moms’ Bible study, and parenting classes. Contact Jean (jeanl@standrewkc.org).

Men’s Breakfast

Men of the parish are invited to join together the second Saturday of each month from 8 - 9 a.m. in the St. Andrew's Undercroft. Come for great pancakes and sausage, fantastic fellowship, and inspiring words about how we can serve God by standing in the gap. Please RSVP to Nancy in the parish office at (816) 523-1602, ext. 106.

Prayer Partners

The Prayer Partners are early risers, meeting at 7 a.m. each Sunday at the church. The group meets to study the Bible readings for that morning and then pray for the services to come. Contact Charlie Rogers (rogers@broker.com) or by phone at 816-363-4875.

Racial Reconciliation Group

The Racial Reconciliation Group of Saint Andrew’s and Saint Augustine’s Episcopal Churches strives to celebrate the diversity among the people of God through prayer, study, and honest dialogue. The group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the church. Contact Meg Townsend at 913-649-5283.

St. Fiacre Guild

This group of gardeners, named for the patron saint of horticulturists, comes together to beautify the church grounds and gardens. If you love to garden (or even if you just like to dig in the dirt) please join the St. Andrew’s Gardening Guild on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 9:00 a.m. (after the Men’s Breakfasts which are held on the same day).  We always have an enjoyable time trimming bushes, pulling weeds, and generally improving the appearance of the St. Andrew’s grounds. If you have any questions, please contact Ralph Munyan at (816) 444-3517. We hope you can join us!   

Simply Divine Gift Shop

Our Simply Divine Gift Shoppe offers a wonderful opportunity to shop, meet friends for conversation, and help support several charities affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Simply Divine is open after the Sunday liturgies and on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact Nancy Bentz at 913-642-4549.

Trinity Guild

The Trinity Guild, the women’s group of Saint Andrew’s, meets at the church from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month during September, October, January, February, and March. The meetings involve a short business meeting, a speaker, and time for lunch and fellowship. Contact Sue Jarvi at 913-362-9344.

For additional study groups, please visit our Adult Formation page or, for opportunities to get involved in our worship services, click here.