On the first Saturday of each month, we will meet at Woods Chapel Church at 10:00 AM to assemble sack lunches as a community. We will then go out and deliver to those in need in the community. Come and join us for community and learn how to serve together as a group!

Sign up HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact Adam Dean.

Technology is everywhere in our lives, and it can be both a great tool and a real challenge. This group creates a safe, trusted space to learn how to use technology wisely, stay alert to potential risks, and ask questions without fear of judgment. Together we'll explore the benefits, the pitfalls, and the mysteries of the digital world so you can feel more confident and secure online.

This class meets every 4th Sunday at 11 AM from September 2025 through February 2026.

Sign up HERE.

Guaranteed Halloween FUN on Wednesday, October 22! Prizes awarded to winning teams and best costumes. Meet at the SMB at 6:30 PM SHARP to get instructions and be put into teams. Pick-up is at the secret finish line at 9 PM. 

Sign up HERE.

Candy, costumes, and so much more!

On October 18, our trail will transform into a candy-filled adventure at Treats on the Trail. Come dressed in costume and collect sweet treats at every stop. Plus, you will get to enjoy face painting, popcorn, music, inflatables, and more fun for the whole family. Don’t miss this boo-tiful afternoon of celebration! 🎃👻

This is a FREE event.

Be sure to bring something to collect your candy in.

Sign up HERE.

Sign up to serve at Treats on the Trail HERE.

Are you in a Small Group at Woods Chapel? Sign your group up HERE. The best group costume gets a TROPHY!

Join us from 6:30-8:30 PM for this 8-week class, beginning on October 13, for information and support for individuals in the early stages of recovery from a divorce/break-up. The focus is on moving from the past to the future.

Located in Room 311.

Sign up HERE.

Are you new to Woods Chapel and want to meet the staff? Join us after services for a time to meet the pastors of Woods Chapel! Bring your questions and hear about the mission of connecting people to Jesus Christ by building a movement where all are included, accepted, and loved. There will be some light snacks and a chance to meet other new people at the church.

Located in Room 306.

Everyone is welcome—whether you're thinking about being baptized yourself, considering it for a family member, or just want to learn more.

In this class, we will talk about what baptism represents and why it matters in our faith journey. Across different Christian traditions, baptism holds different meanings, and we’ll take time to reflect on how we, as United Methodists, understand this sacred and grace-filled act.

Baptism is offered during our regular worship services and also during our special Lake Baptism event in early September. If you want to know about its purpose, power, or its place in your life, this class is a great place to start!

Room 305.

Sign up HERE.

Give hope. Give blood.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Whether a patient receives whole blood, red cells, platelets, or plasma, this lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. 

Date: 10/6/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Where: Woods Chapel United Methodist Church, Lecture Hall
Address: 4725 NE Lakewood Way Lee's Summit, MO 64064

Sign up HERE.

On Sunday, October 5th, we’re celebrating a huge milestone—Woods Chapel’s 50th Anniversary! This church started in a living room, and we’re excited to honor 50 years of growing together and connecting people to Jesus. That Sunday, we’ll kick off a special anniversary message series, and after worship (10:00 AM and 10:30 AM services), we’re throwing a huge party! We’ll have Chris Cakes, live music, kids’ activities, a time capsule, and a big group photo to capture the moment.

This is sure to be a great celebration, and will take place after service on Sunday, October 5th, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. With such a large celebration, we need as much help as possible. There will be Chris Cakes, a DJ, Bounce Houses, and tons of fellowship! There are several ways to get involved, and you can check out those serving opportunities HERE.

On October 5, we are going to be creating a time capsule that won’t be opened until 2075! So, what is going in the time capsule? Your story. Our story. Here are some ideas to get you started. Share the real-life change that has happened because of Jesus in your life. Write about the moment you decided to follow Jesus, or why Lee’s Summit and Raytown needs Woods Chapel. Have your little ones draw a picture. Write a letter to the next generation about how you are praying for them right now! 

We will have physical copies outside of each worship venue for you to write out your story over the next couple of weeks, but if you want to submit your story or prayer digitally, you can do so HERE. We will take care of printing it and getting it into the capsule. 

50th Anniversary Celebration Schedule:

• Chris Cakes served after the 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM services. 

• Welcome and time capsule by Aaron at 11:45 AM in the gym and 12:00 PM outside.

• Group photo at 12:15 PM.

On the first Saturday of each month, we will meet at Woods Chapel Church at 10:00 AM to assemble sack lunches as a community. We will then go out and deliver to those in need in the community. Come and join us for community and learn how to serve together as a group!

Sign up HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact Adam Dean.

Do you have a 3rd grader? We have a fun event planned just for them! We are celebrating this "milestone" with pizza and a scavenger hunt. Each 3rd grader will need a guardian to help them work through the Bible to find answers, which will take them to different spaces at Woods Chapel Church. Please share with your friends! This will be a fun night to continue your child's growth in their faith.

We will eat pizza from 6:00-6:30 PM and kick off the adventure at 6:30 PM.

Sign up HERE.

Technology is everywhere in our lives, and it can be both a great tool and a real challenge. This group creates a safe, trusted space to learn how to use technology wisely, stay alert to potential risks, and ask questions without fear of judgment. Together we'll explore the benefits, the pitfalls, and the mysteries of the digital world so you can feel more confident and secure online.

Our September Class will cover scams, phishing, and QR codes.

This class meets every 4th Sunday at 11 AM from September 2025 through February 2026.

Sign up HERE.

We will meet at the Hillcrest Thrift Store in Lee’s Summit at 4 PM. Bring $20 if you want to participate! We will draw names from a hat, and you will shop for an outfit for that person! Then we will walk over to Costa Vida / Firehouse for dinner in our new outfits! Pickup at the Costa Vida parking lot at 6 PM!

CHALLENGE FOR US: Can we donate the same amount of clothes we will purchase that day? Bring a donation for the Thrift Store! 

The Hidden Need: Families of Addicted Loved Ones Workshop hosted by CLEARR Ministries.

Saturday September 27 

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM in room 330 (Lecture Hall)

If you are a parent of someone living with addiction or in recovery, or just want to know more about how to love with boundaries, this is a great workshop for you. Mickie and Guadalupe will take us through strategies, real-life experience, and speakers will give their experiences, strength, and hope. 

Even though this is focused on the parents, there is something to be learned for anybody whose life has been touched by addiction. Join us for this three-hour workshop to develop your tools and build your community. 

Sign up HERE.

Join Women's Ministry for a movie night!  We will be watching Mama Mia on Monday, September 22 at 6:00 in the Lecture Hall.  Please join us, and bring your favorite movie snack to share (we will have popcorn already)!  

Sign up HERE.

Growth Track is for anyone who wants to learn more about the mission of Woods Chapel.

In-person classes will be held in Room 306 at 9:00 AM on the 2nd-4th Sundays during September.

Class 1 (Learn) and Class 2 (Discover) can still be taken online anytime. Class 3 (Identify) is the only class that will have to be completed in-person.

RSVP for Growth Track HERE.

Learn more about Growth Track and access the online classes HERE.

Has debt robbed your freedom and stolen your joy? Battle back! This class will teach you how to beat debt and build wealth with the most powerful tool there is...your income.

This FPU session runs every Sunday, from September 7 through November 2.

Room 322

Sign up HERE.

Join us at Lakewood Beach (4105 NW Lake Drive) after church! You or a member of your family can participate by experiencing baptism for the first time or by remembering your baptism through immersion. 

If you’re considering being baptized, we encourage you to check out our upcoming Baptism Class on August 10 at 9:00 AM. You can learn more about this class HERE.

Sign up for the Lake Baptism HERE.

Lake Baptism Map

Join the WC Pet Ministry for a fun afternoon of painting your pet!

We’ve partnered with Paint With Baylee for this special event. Baylee will create a custom sketch of your pet and match their fur colors to the perfect paints—so you can bring your furry friend to life on canvas!

To participate, simply fill out the form below to send us a high-quality photo of your pet by August 24, and Baylee will take care of the rest.

We’ll meet in the Lecture Hall at 2 PM on Saturday, September 6. Each ticket is $40 and will include the sketch of your pet on your own canvas, custom paints, and brushes to use!

This event form has been closed. Be on the lookout for our next Paint Your Pet event!

On the first Saturday of each month, we will meet at Woods Chapel Church at 10:00 AM to assemble sack lunches as a community. We will then go out and deliver to those in need in the community. Come and join us for community and learn how to serve together as a group!

Sign up HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact Adam Dean.

ALL Students 6th-12th Grade! 

Pizza Provided!

Drop off and pick up at The Cove

Here's the address: 4105 NW Lake Dr, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 

Sign up HERE.

Join us before or after services on August 24 for our Serve Fest. This event is similar to our Small Group Launch, but with serving opportunities that you can get involved in to help others in our community and beyond. This is an opportunity to find a serving opportunity that interests you, works for your schedule, and fits into your Worship +2.

Have you and your parents talked about the Hard Stuff? What is your plan or theirs for an incapacitating illness or a devastating accident? Or worse…death?
Give the people who love you the most the gift of not having to make those decisions for you.

Join us in August for our two-session series on The Hard Stuff.

Putting Your House in Order:
Presented by Rev. Laura Murphy, Director of Development for the Missouri Methodist Foundation

August 18 at 6:00 PM via ZOOM.

PUTTING YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER

If you are 18 or older, the greatest gift you can give yourself & your family is peace of mind. If you are seriously incapacitated or worse, die. Does your family know what to do? Do they know how to take care of your bills, your Facebook & Instagram page, your will, social security, or bank account,... your pets? Do they even know where to find all your important documents and passwords?

In these 2 hours, you can take the practical steps to provide just such a "priceless gift" to your loved ones.

Registration is required.

The cost is $10 per binder (which covers both sessions). You will want ONE BINDER PER PERSON, not per couple. The binder will include all the class information for BOTH classes, including forms, and is an easy reference and place to keep your important documents.

Sign up HERE.

Have you and your parents talked about the Hard Stuff? What is your plan or theirs for an incapacitating illness or a devastating accident? Or worse…death?
Give the people who love you the most the gift of not having to make those decisions for you.

Join us in August for our two-session series on The Hard Stuff.

Putting Your House in Order:
Presented by Rev. Laura Murphy, Director of Development for the Missouri Methodist Foundation

August 18 at 1:00 PM in the Lecture Hall.

PUTTING YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER

If you are 18 or older, the greatest gift you can give yourself & your family is peace of mind. If you are seriously incapacitated or worse, die. Does your family know what to do? Do they know how to take care of your bills, your Facebook & Instagram page, your will, social security, or bank account,... your pets? Do they even know where to find all your important documents and passwords?

In these 2 hours, you can take the practical steps to provide just such a "priceless gift" to your loved ones.

Registration is required.

The cost is $10 per binder (which covers both sessions). You will want ONE BINDER PER PERSON, not per couple. The binder will include all the class information for BOTH classes, including forms, and is an easy reference and place to keep your important documents.

Sign up HERE.

All 6th-12th grade students are invited to Color War on August 17, from 5-7 PM in the WCC Parking Lot! We will throw color powder at each other, play games, and dance! Wear something white that can be ruined!

Sign up HERE.

Color War Volunteers Needed
We could use your help with setup, teardown, registration, and helping things go smoothly during the event! Click HERE to choose which one you’d like to do.

On August 17, we will be celebrating another Family Ministry Milestone with our Back to School Blessings. During the 9:00 AM Modern Service, we will be celebrating our WC Kids who are going into kindergarten. Join us as we bless them and pray for them to have a great year of school!

If you have a child going into kindergarten this fall, have them bring their backpack to receive a backpack tag.

Join us on the LAKE!  We will meet at the Lakewood Marina, board the boats, and hit the lake!  

Thursday, August 14 from 6:00-8:00 PM.

RSVP HERE.

Meet at Woods Chapel Raytown: 5413 Blue Ridge Cutoff, 64133 to help serve at the Clothing Closet and Food Pantry! We will serve those in need & have fun while doing it!

Sign up HERE.

Have you and your parents talked about the Hard Stuff? What is your plan or theirs for an incapacitating illness or a devastating accident? Or worse…death?
Give the people who love you the most the gift of not having to make those decisions for you.

Join us in August for our two-session series on The Hard Stuff.

The Conversation:

Presented by Carol Quiring, RN and CGE (Certified Grief Educator), Certified in Grief Movement, Operations Consultant for Woods Chapel Church, and Retired CEO of Saint Luke’s Home Care & Hospice

August 11 at 6:00 PM via ZOOM.

THE CONVERSATION

Do you know the wishes of every member of your family?

Do any of you want to be kept alive with extreme measures?

Do you want a feeding tube that will prolong their/your life even if they/you are in a coma you are unlikely to recover from? 

Cremation or burial?

Ventilator or not?

Do you want your family to always wonder if they made the decision that you would have wanted? 

Understanding what happens when a loved one is diagnosed with a serious, life-altering, or terminal illness causes stress and pressure on families at a time when every moment is precious.  But once you've outlined how you want to be cared for and just how much medical intervention is enough, it will relieve you and your loved ones of difficult decision-making when there really isn't curative treatment. Have that conversation before you can't. Give your family this gift.

You are NEVER too young or old to provide these answers to the people who love you the most and who will be forced to make these decisions if you don't.

This program will also explore in some detail funeral planning and options that are available to families today.

Registration is required.

The cost is $10 per binder (which covers both sessions). You will want ONE BINDER PER PERSON, not per couple. The binder will include all the class information for BOTH classes, including forms, and is an easy reference and place to keep your important documents.

Sign up HERE.

Meet at the SMB on Monday, August 11, at 5:00 PM to shuttle and carpool to the Royals game. Tickets are limited, so reserve your seat today - they’re only $15!

Students can be picked up at the SMB after the game is over.

Sign up HERE.