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CELEBRATING FAITH, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY IN KANSAS CITY VOLUME 25 • NUMBER 3 March 2014 FREE– TAKE ONE! Protecting your phone privacy CCanU thLe cThurUch sRurvEive thSe wTindOs ofR chaM nge? Retailers increasingly spying on shoppers by Todd Starnes The culture war may be lost and religious liberty by Kim Komando might not be that far behind, according to a new survey You already know that advertisers are from LifeWay Research. tracking where you go online, even on Seventy percent of senior pastors of Protestant your smartphone or tablet. But did you churches say religious liberty is on the decline in the know that retailers like grocery stores, city United States and 59 percent of Christians believe they governments, airports and other commer - are losing the culture war. Eleven percent consider that cial locations are literally tracking where war already lost. you walk? You might be surprised but The survey results are staggering– indicating grave here’s just a few retailers peeking into your concerns about the moral direction of the nation from phone or smart device: both the pulpit and the pew. National retailers like Walmart, Family "Ten years ago we were talking about who would win Dollar, Cabela’s, Verizon, Gordman’s, the culture war and now we're talking about how will Nordstrom and Home Depot work with Christian rights be protected after the culture war," Ed companies like Euclid Analytics and have Stetzer, the president of LifeWay Research said. "We've devised a method for tracking shoppers in lost our home field advantage. There are going to be their stores. The service identifies shop - some things that are different." pers' smartphones by requests the devices Stetzer said it's a big shift. make for Wi-Fi, even if they aren't con - “And it's a shift I would not have guessed," he told me. necting to the store's network. Over the past few years, I've documented hundreds of "I think it's outrageous," John Soma, instances of religious persecution in the United States. executive director of the University of See CULTURE STORM page 23 Denver Privacy Foundation, told Denver's See PHONE PRIVACY page 23 A hard road leads to KC’s newest Christian radio station

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by Julie Borg (WNS)--Fewer than half of Ameri - can 17 year-olds are being raised by both biological parents in an intact family, the most devastating casualty in the marriage battle raging in America today, according to Patrick Fagan, sen - ior fellow and director of the Marriage and Religion Research Institute. Fagan discussed the state of the American family is weakened, all of society suffers. skills because they are never modeled. George O. Wood, (left) general superintendent of family and released the Fourth Index of The war on the family is no accident, While the problem can only be the Assemblies of God, with Church of God in Christ Family Belonging in a webcast hosted Fagan said. A battle against marriage solved on an individual basis, the com - Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake Sr. by the Family Research Council. has been going on for at least 100 years. munity and even the state can help The study calculated the percentage The Marxists who came to the United strengthen the family, Marshall said. On Dr. George Wood, general superin - tendent to make a phone call. of 17 year olds in the States when Hitler an individual basis, she recommends tendent of the Springfield, Mo. based "That has been followed by about United States raised “When the family is came to power in Ger - married couples mentor young people Assemblies of God, says the denomi - four years of dialogue back and forth, by both biological many brought their in an environment where marriage nation has taken steps to reunite with where we have had wonderful times of parents in an intact weakened, all of belief that marriage skills can be caught. States can the United Pentecostal Council of the fellowship [and] obviously apologized family since birth. The was an opponent to be strengthen marriages through policy- Assemblies of God. and asked for forgiveness for that ter - regional index ranged society suffers.” destroyed. Now, Fagan making, offering temporary assistance "It's a group of African-American rible instance in our past, which does - from a high of 50 per - said, some American to families in need and promoting mar - churches that in 1919 had a division n't reflect where we are at today," cent in the Northeast to a low of 42 per - cultural and thought leaders are de - riage resources to help couples enter from the Assemblies of God because of Wood shares. "As the Assemblies of cent in the South. The Asian voted to the destruction of marriage. and sustain healthy marriages, Marshall racism in the Assemblies of God at the God, I think we're 40 percent minor - community had the most teens living And they’ve succeeded, to a certain said. time," Wood said. "Their leader was ity." in intact families, 65 percent, while extent. Since the women’s liberation Although the panelists who spoke denied permission to go to Africa as a Though this step does not mean a African-Americans had the fewest, 17 movement and the sexual revolution, last month pointed to policies and missionary" because his skin was black. merger, it does represent a step toward percent. the path to marriage is a lot more com - talked about fighting for the family, But about four years ago, Wood re - full reconciliation and partnership. Marriage is the foundational piece plex, said Jennifer Marshall, director of couples themselves must choose to stay ceived a letter from the presiding elder Wood adds that his denomination domestic policy studies at The Heritage together, Fagan said. who had recently been elected. He was is excited about what the move might for every other aspect of society, Fagan Foundation. When the culture does not The battle for marriage it is not seeking reconciliation with the larger mean for the future, as the healing said. Strong, healthy marriages produce body, and that prompted the superin - process has already begun. strong, healthy families. Strong families have a high view of marriage, young about going to war, it is about love. produce healthy churches and strong couples are left to devise their own stan - Teenage boys need to realize their chil - schools. dards. Marriage skills are more caught dren need fathers married to mothers A well-educated population mani - than taught. for the rest of their lives. “The people fests a strong economy, and only a When more than half of all adoles - who will win this battle are those who strong economy can support a strong cents grow up without an intact family, will love,” Fagan said. government and nation. When the they are less likely to catch marriage Helping kids by keeping state-aid out of strip clubs

by Travis Perry The vendor manages the actual transactions of Kansas’ Electronic Ben - OSAWATOMIE, Kan. — Could efit Transfer cards, also known as Vision Kansas kids be going without necessi - cards. ties because one or both of their parents Freed said that Fraud Navigator not were using state benefits to gamble? only will block inappropriate TANF That’s what a Kansas Watchdog inves - electronic transactions at the cash reg - tigation uncovered–public welfare dol - ister, but also will prevent recipients lars ending up at strip clubs, casinos from withdrawing cash from ATMs at and liquor stores. Now, Kansas has fi - specific locations. nally put some bite into its once-weak That last part is crucial, as it closes welfare restrictions, and it may help a loophole that was about a mile wide. protect kids from parents abusing the Before Fraud Navigator, a Kansas system. which administers TANF cash distribu - welfare recipient with a fully loaded During the course of three months tion in the state. EBT card could grab some fast cash during 2012, Kansas Watchdog discov - Theresa Freed, director of commu - from an onsite ATM to sidestep state ered that state-aid recipients withdrew nications for DCF, said the state agency regulations that forbid government as - more than $43,000 in Temporary Assis - flipped the switch last month on a new sistance dollars from being used to pur - tance for Needy Families benefits from program that will halt all unauthorized chase alcohol, tobacco or lottery tickets. ATMs at places like Golden Eagle spending of welfare dollars — as much The move also aligns Kansas with Casino in Horton; Vegas Video Adult as the state can. federal welfare requirements. As part of Superstore in Wichita; and G Spot, a The solution comes in the form of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Junction City strip club, among others. Fraud Navigator, a payment-processing Creation Act of 2012, all states are re - But as of Feb. 1, all that came to a program offered by the state’s third- quired to implement measures to pre - screeching halt, according to the Kansas party vendor, FIS Government Solu - vent TANF funds from being used at Department for Children and Families, tions. strip clubs, liquor stores and casinos.

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by Kharissa Forte | Metro Voice realize that my classroom has become one high-stakes experiment,” local The idea that it takes a village to raise teacher Mercedes Schneider posted on a child continues to be a popular stance her blog. “My goal is to walk the CCSS among parents and teachers concerning tightrope as best I can out of respect for the educational progress of today’s administration while continuing to youth. This is the same mentality the guard and exercise my professional Walgreens terminates Department of Education claims to judgment.” have concerning the implementation of While forty-five states have accepted pharmacist over the new Common Core State Standards. the new regimen, Missouri and Kansas abortifacient drugs “We have never invested as much in are among the remaining five fighting public education as we should have be - against the CCSS. (WNS)--A pharmacist from Ten- cause we’ve always had a kind of private According to Missouri Coalition nessee filed suit against drug store notion of children,” said MSNBC host Against Common Core (www.moa - chain Walgreens in early February, Melissa Harris-Perry. “We have to break gainstcommoncore.org), “a critical ele - claiming the company fired him be- Supporters of a bill that would sever Kansas from the Common Core gather cause he refused to dispense so-called through this private idea that kids be - ment of the CCSS is the development of outside a Kansas House Education Committee hearing in Topeka. long to their parents or a national longitudinal database that “morning after”emergency contracep- to their families and will track 350 data of Corrections and the Department of same fight to stop CCSS. tives. Philip Hall worked as a pharma- recognize that kids be - “We have to break points on each child Health and Human Services. “I and others are still fighting to get cist at a Walgreens in Jamestown, Tenn., for six years before he was fired in Au- long to whole commu - through this private enrolled in the public Earlier last month, Missouri Rep. rid of Common Core,” said Kansas Rep. nities. Once we realize school system.” Casey Guernsey filed a bill to “return Pete DeGraaf in an e-mail to local resi - gust 2013. Until then, the company accommo- it’s everybody’s respon - idea that kids belong Missouri children FERPA-like protection to student data dents. “The Chairman of the House Ed - sibility, we start making are already susceptible gathered in the state of Missouri.” ucation Committee is with us, but we dated his request not to fill prescrip- better investments.” to their parents.” to 61 data points in ad - The Federal Education Rights and are still dealing with basically the same tions for drugs like Ella and Plan B. Emergency contraceptives are consid- One of the largest MSNBC HOST herence of state and Privacy Act now covers the data point make up on the House Education Com - groups of critics of the federal standards. expansion as well as which agencies have mittee and the House at large.” ered abortifacient drugs because they MELISSA can prevent a fertilized egg from im- Common Core State HARRIS-PERRY In addition to aca - access to them, including educationally On Thursday, Mar. 13, a program ti - Standards, however, is demic progress, collec - marketed vendors. tled “Is Our Children’s Right to Privacy planting in the uterus. Hall, a Baptist, teachers. The complaint is that CCSS tion of data such as combined Joining the efforts of Rep. Guernsey, Being Infringed Upon?” will be held in told the company his faith prevented forces a micromanaged environment household income, insurance coverage, Missouri Rep. Kurt Bahr developed doc - Mound City, Kan. to inform partici - him from participating in abortions, a where the agenda of true learning is re - oral soft tissue health and other infor - ument HB1490 which “forbids the gov - pants on how the Common Core State position he claims his supervisors hon- placed by a host of standardized tests. mation will begin being collected at ernor [Jay Nixon] and state employees Standards could affect their children. ored. Teacher evaluation and ultimately job birth. from adopting Common Core and re - More information and registration The company’s decision to fire Hall security is tangent upon student per - The Department of Education will verses what they have already inappro - can be found at www.kansansagains violated both the federal Civil Rights Act formance on these tests. have access to these data points, as will priately done.” tcommoncore.com. and the Tennessee Civil Rights Act. “In instituting this unpiloted CCSS, I the Department of Labor, Department Across the river, Kansas is a part of the 4 • March 2014 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Metro Voice Lawmakers urged to pass ‘foster parents' bill of rights’

Former state senator testifies in support has had four case managers in nine a child that I was paying a tutor $35 an months,” she told KHI News Service hour for because when I got him, he Dave Ranney | KHI News Service is broken. later. “I won’t say anything about the couldn’t read or write.” The child, she Foster parents, she said, are “treated latest (case manager) because he’s new, said, was 8 years old. TOPEKA — Nichole Hulaether has like babysitters,” allowed to have little or but the other three were worthless.” Many foster parents, she said, fear been a foster parent for 17 years. She’s no say in what Hulaether said similar punishment. cared for dozens of children. happens to a child “I consider myself to be a when she com - “I had 30 foster parents that were “I consider myself to be a fierce ad - in their care and plained to the third supposed to be here today,” Hulaether vocate for the children in my care,” the are told keep quiet fierce advocate for the worker’s supervi - said. “And almost none of them showed 41-year-old Topeka woman told a panel about the system’s sors and directors, up because they said they were afraid of of legislators. “That’s my role; that’s my shortcomings. children in my care.” the worker what would happen if they spoke out. job.” Foster parents arranged to have There’s this constant fear of retaliation” Hulaether, who spent a year in fos - who complain about being left out of her monthly payment reduced by $300. from the state’s foster care contractors ter care herself when she was 12, told the decision-making, she said, are pun - “She did it without talking to me, or subcontractors. members of the Senate Judiciary Com - ished for speaking out. without telling me she was going to do Hulaether testified in favor of Sen - mittee that the state’s foster care system “I have a boy in my home now that it,” she said. “Keep in mind, this was for ate Bill 394, which she and other sup - porters called the foster parents’ bill of rights. Included in the bill are provisions for ensuring that foster parents: • Have access to “all pertinent infor - mation” about a child placed in their Photo by Dave Ranney care; Former State Sen. Barbara Allen, was among those who testified in • Are allowed to participate in deter - support of Senate Bill 394, which mining when a child should be re - some call the "foster parents' bill of turned to a parent or family member’s rights." care; • Can know what happens to a child profit contractors: KVC Behavioral after being removed from their care; Health and St. Francis Community • Receive 30 days advance notice Services. Both agencies, she said, rely on when a child is to be removed from several sub-contractors. their home, except in emergency; and Armstrong said DCF was neutral on • Receive “appropriate preferential the bill. consideration” for being allowed to Representatives of KVC and St. Fran - adopt children who’ve been in their cis attended the hearing but did not tes - care. tify. The bill also would create an eight- to 10-member board for advising DCF Shared frustration on foster care and adoption issues. Barbara Allen, a former legislator “This bill is designed to give foster who became a foster parent four years parents a voice,” said Lori Ross, execu - ago, said she shared Hulaether’s frustra - tive director at the Midwest Foster Care tion with the system. and Adoption Association, a group that Allen, an attorney whose husband represents more than 400 foster and is a district court judge in Johnson adoptive parents in Kansas and Mis - County, said she was being denied in - souri. formation on the whereabouts of a Kansas privatized most of its foster baby girl who had been in her care for care system in 1996. about three months. Kathy Armstrong, DCF staff attor - The child, she said, was moved to an ney in charge of prevention and protec - unidentified relative’s home recently. tion services, said most of proposed “I have no idea where she is or with “rights” in the proposed legislation al - whom she’s been placed,” Allen said. ready are spelled out in DCF policy. “Was it in our foster baby’s best interest “We value and appreciate the role to be moved to a relative placement? I that foster parents play in the lives of don’t know, because I don’t know any - kids who, for various reasons, have been thing about the placement.” removed from their homes,” she said. Allen said she felt like she and her Armstrong said she wasn’t aware husband had been taken for granted by that some foster parents were afraid to the system. challenge caseworkers’ decisions. “I’m an attorney, my husband is a Complaints of that sort, she said, judge,” she said. “If we feel this way, I would warrant case-by-case investiga - don’t know that any of us can say we’re tion by DCF. surprised when foster parents who’ve Most of the state’s foster care serv - been doing this awhile decide they don’t ices, she said, are provided by two non- want to do it anymore.”` Metro Voice ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 5 State winners for 2014 Longest-Married Couple Project announced

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., –– The 2014 state winners of the annual Longest Married Couple Project, sponsored by Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME), include two Kansas City-area couples. Dale and Alice Rockey, married 80 years, live in Olathe, Kan. while Ed and Ila Tenny, of Lee’s Summit, have been married 73 years. "We are truly excited and amazed at the number of couples married 70 years or more and we are particularly impressed that six of the couples tak - ing the state honors each have over 80 years of marriage," explained Ron and Judy Pekny, the United States Leader - ship Team for WWME. The Peknys serve with Fr. Rocky Grimard as the U.S. Leadership Team. "There were hundreds of nomina - Dale and Alice Rockey of Olathe. Ed and Ila Tenny of Lee’s Summit. tions submitted," the Peknys ex - plained, adding, "Among the winners each year as either national or state or family during the nominating pe - there are many couples with over 70 “We are truly excited and amazed at the number of winners, thus giving an opportunity to riod," they said. years of marriage and also quite a few honor other longest married couples They also pointed out that there with 60 plus years of marriage. That couples married 70 years or more and we are across the country. were no nominations from three truly is a testament to having a com - particularly impressed that six of the couples taking The Peknys also pointed out that states. mitment to a long marriage!" the project is based on nominations The 2014 longest married couple the state honors each have over 80 years of marriage .” received from October 15 the previous more information in the United States, based on the year to January 10th of the current i nominations submitted, is Harold and year-old project, individual state win - Married Couple Project Alumni year. "We realize there could be cou - Go to wwme.org. Edna Owings of Burbank, Calif. They ners were recognized and honored by group. ples married longer, but we did not re - are married over 82 years having made couples involved with Worldwide Couples cannot succeed themselves ceive their nominations from friends their marriage vows on Nov. 24, 1931. Marriage Encounter over the Valen - The Peknys traveled to the Owings’ tine's week and weekend. hometown on Feb. 14th to personally Winners of the project are automat - honor them at a special ceremony. ically made members of the World - As in previous years of the four- wide Marriage Encounter Longest

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-BURRIED ALIVE! Family shares harrowing hours of prayers before son found

by The AG News Service and particularly his brother Matt. boarding mountain, at least not by "Michael's a tough kid," his father says. Wyoming standards. Instead it is an ele - I was being buried! I couldn't believe "He's 125 feet up in the air working on rigs vated, flat area of land that has relatively that an avalanche could happen where we in 30-below weather — it's hard, danger - small cliffs and gullies streaming down its were! ous work." sides. Some areas are gradual inclines, but Those were Matt Walsh's thoughts on But this day, Michael was home and other areas — the areas a snowboarder Feb. 8, 2014, as the avalanche swallowed had volunteered to help set up a kids' hunt, looking for some quick runs might seek — him up and left him buried alive under putting pheasants out in the field. It was are quite steep and can run about 500 feet nearly three feet of snow in an icy tomb. "I snowing, near blizzard conditions, when long. things suddenly went from funny to long, 200 yard-wide area for any sign of his figured I was going to die," he says. And by he got Matt's text asking him if he wanted Driving along the edge of the bench, mind-numbing disbelief. brother — he was gone! He had no idea human logic, Matt was right. The odds of to go snowboarding on the Polecat Bench. "I saw cracks in the where Matt was and the sun would be set - surviving were slim. It was an invitation he couldn't refuse. A cold, but happy, Matt Walsh smiles after being snow in front me," ting soon. Matt (17) and Michael (19) Walsh are Swinging by the house, he picked up partially dug out by his rescuers after an avalanche Matt recalls, "and then "I never felt to hopeless or helpless in the sons of Pastor Mike and Becky Walsh Matt. The conditions outside would have buried him under 3 feet of packed snow. everything began my life," Michael says, the emotion strong of Glad Tidings Assembly in Powell, put a majority of Americans in "survival" breaking and I was in in his voice. Wyoming. But the two are more than mode, but it didn't faze either brother. an avalanche." On the Matt, now buried under nearly 3 feet of brothers — they consider each other best Snow and four-wheel-drive off-road vehi - leading edge of the snow, figured he was as good as dead - the friends. When they talk about each other, cles are a part of life in Wyoming — and snow, Matt made it once fluffy snow already hardening about the honest emotion of the bond is telling. Michael's Ford F-150 Raptor was capable safely to the bottom of him like an icy body cast. His hood, how - Michael, who works on rigs in the of going even where most other four- the hill, not realizing ever bought him some time, as it left an air North Dakota oil fields, had come home wheel-drives dared not go. what was right behind pocket for him to breathe. to spend some time with family, friends, Polecat Bench is not a typical snow - him. "I was really calm and really peaceful — Michael, on the I honestly never felt so close to God," Matt Michael was looking out his window for a other hand, was in a near panic. After his says. "I was not frightened or scared. I tried suitable spot. They saw some gullies, but brother had jumped, he saw the mini- to get out and with every bit of strength I at first nothing that promised much of a avalanche begin, but then suddenly, "pop- had, I tried to wiggle as much as I could..., ride. pop-pop" - the whole ridge of snow he was but I could only move one arm, everything "Then we saw an area that looked per - standing on let loose. else was frozen tight.... fect," Michael recalls. "I got out of the "When the avalanche first started, it "Then the Lord spoke to me and re - truck and looked — the snow was so deep threw up a whole cloud of snow, so I lost minded me of the prophecy...." and fluffy looking. I waved Matt out of the sight of Matt," Michael says. "Then the "It was a Sunday and we were at truck and we both did front flips off the ridge I was on started to go so I threw my - church," says Becky Walsh, Matt and edge of the bench into the snow to check self backwards on my board to keep from Michael's mother. "I was four months it out." getting sucked down too." along with Matt, but I felt a heaviness. I got Looking at each other, they agreed. "I got to the bottom on top of the slide," home from church and I started to bleed. "Let's do it!" Matt says, "then all the ledges and snow I called the hospital and they told me to Matt, being closer to the truck, was able below the ledges came down on top of me. just wait it out and come in in the morn - to get strapped onto his board first. It hit me with a lot of force. I knew I was ing." Michael looked up and saw him standing getting buried. I just couldn't believe that She recalls a doctor telling her over the there. could happen where we were. I remember phone that she was losing the baby — she "What you waiting for?" he asked. it hitting my back and feeling it going was having a miscarriage. "You!" came the grinning response. around me and getting deeper and deeper. "That night, Mike went to church and I Laughing, Michael said, "Go ahead I had no idea how deep I was, but I figured stayed home," she says. "After church, dude, I'll catch up!" I was probably too deep to get out with the Mike brought some of the youth kids over Matt, a junior at Powell High School, equipment we had." and they prayed for me. One of the kids nodded and leaped off the edge and onto Being totally surprised that the bench then prophesied, 'You're not going to lose the powder, hitting and falling backwards area was even capable of an avalanche, the that baby because God's going to do great in a slide. boys were not wearing transponders and things with him.'" Michael good-naturedly laughed at his didn't have search poles. Michael quickly The bleeding stopped. Matt would go brother's failure to keep his feet, but then got to his feet — scanning the 100-yard full-term and be born completely healthy. "During the prayer, I could sense an anointing," Becky says, "and when the prophecy was given, I knew that it was going to happen." For all his life, Matt has known about this prophecy — and has lived in it with expectation. And now, when faced with impossible odds, he firmly, calmly held to God's promise. But for Michael, the instantaneous and powerful emotional mixture of deep loss, fear, disbelief and confusion left him, for a moment, paralyzed with shock. "The only thing I knew to do was cry out to God and ask, 'What should I do — call search and rescue or go find him?'" Michael says. "God spoke to me, 'go find your brother.' I followed His orders, I did - n't think about it, I ran down the hill and chunks of snow the size of my truck were still coming down around me." Meanwhile, Matt knew he was still sit - ting in an upright position, so with his free arm he started digging, a handful at a time, up into the compacting snow above him, taking the hardening snow and packing it into his small air pocket by his face. But no See AVALANCHE page 7 Metro Voice ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 7 AVALANCHE Youth pastor wins Olympic gold metal continued from page 6 matter how he struggled, his arm just was - by Jim Denison n't quite long enough to reach the surface. And then the miracle. David Wise is the most unusual "black sheep" in the Michael, who had raced down the hill, Olympic Games. The New York Times calls skiers "models of scanning for any hint of Matt, stopped to branded dishevelment marketed as easygoing and athletic call for him. He had no idea where Matt slackers, usually longhaired and clothed in flannel, like gui - could be. He took another step and heard tarists from a jam band enjoying a day in the snow." Matt's voice. By contrast, Wise is a 23-year-old husband and father whom "The heal of his boot actually sank into his competitors call "vanilla." The Times describes him as where I had been digging and I could see "counterculture to the counterculture. He is the undude." He it!" Matt says. "I called out, 'Mike, I'm fine, agrees: "People kind of look at me as the black sheep. I don't Mike I'm fine." necessarily live the lifestyle that goes along with skiing." "I stopped yelling for a second, and I He also happens to be the best in the world at what he does. heard Matt," Michael says. "I looked down In the freeski pipe, where athletes perform incredible aerial ac - and there was this little tiny hole about the robatics while skiing up and down a snow-covered U-shaped size of a baseball in the snow. I started dig - arena, Wise has won back-to-back X Games titles and a world ging frantically in the snow." championship. One of his "tricks" involves spinning 3½ times Using his hands, it took Michael about prophecy and God's calling." in the air before landing on his skis and continuing his run. 30 minutes to finally free his brother from "My brother definitely has a calling on His signature trick helped him win gold at the Sochi Olympics. the snow, explaining that the snow was his life," Michael says. "He leads worship, What does he think of his success? "I think being a good frozen like concrete, but that Matt was in leads in youth group and is so talented... I husband and father is more important than to be a great skier. a surprisingly good mood, cracking jokes didn't' want to see that go to waste — be - So I kind of focus on that, and the pressure is off." He believes and really feel connected to God and what He's trying to say the whole time. cause he's going to do something great for that "there's a lot more to life than skiing. or speak into my life. As long as I have that, it becomes easier "When I found him, I broke down and God!" We're just flipping and skiing in the half - for me to just go out and enjoy what I do." He's following the cried," Michael says. "I was so happy — the Yet, as the news of the miraculous res - pipe. It's not an eternally lasting thing." example of Jesus, who met with his Father early (Mark 1:35), fear and heartache I just experienced were cue spread, Michael and Matt, who were What is? His relationship with Jesus. late (Matthew 14:23), and sometimes all night (Luke 6:12). gone!" never ones to seek the spotlight in the first David met his future wife at a church camp. When last did you spend an hour with your Father? Michael and Matt say that during the place, quickly tired of the attention. He proposed marriage when he was 20 and Two: When Christians serve Jesus, others take note. David whole rescue process, portions of the hill "I told my boys, as they were getting WISE she was 19, kneeling under a full moon and says, "Even after I won the X Games the first time, they said: kept collapsing; yet the rivers of snow did - tired of the publicity," Becky says, "that the presenting to her a poem he had written in 'We don't know what to do with this guy. He's different.'" How n't come their way. The next day, however, time is now, this is when people want to glow-in-the-dark ink. Both are now youth ministers; he may does he respond? "My rebuttal to that is: Why do you want when they returned to show their family hear your story — shout it from the become a pastor in the future. something that has been done before? It's the people who are where Michael had dug Matt out of the rooftops, let them know what God did!" Reading his story reminds me of two important things. One: different who end up shaping the culture." As I often say, the avalanche, there was no sign of the hole — And so they have — sharing how God We must stay connected to Jesus if we would serve him. David darker the room, the more obvious the light (Matthew 5:14- the rest of the ridge had collapsed, burying saved their lives through online interviews, admits, "If I'm not spiritually in tune, then the rest of me is not 16). the area under several feet of additional newspapers articles, and even a television going to be in tune either." So what does he do? "I always try Because he walks with Jesus and serves him, David Wise can snow and debris. appearance. to wake up and spend some quiet time, try and center myself say, "life's a grand adventure." Do you agree? "I was pretty much in shock until we got "I pray for my boys all the time," Pastor home for dinner," Matt admits. "Then it Mike says. "I pray for His protection, con - hit me how real, how dangerous, how stantly, upon their lives. This is a confir - news briefs blessed we were to be alive — it was pretty mation that God is hearing us. God is so emotional. For me, this just confirms the amazing!" Pro-life group boycotts Facebook offers 56 gender wildly popular site as it sees Girl Scout cookies selections on profile page fit, but here is (WNS)--According to Austin Ruse of the (WNS)--Facebook upped its gender options the bottom pro-family Catholic group C-Fam, “a part of for user profiles from the basic two to at least line: It’s im - every Thin Mint and Do-Si-Do, every Samoa 56. Slate published a comprehensive list of possible to and Savannah Smile goes to support abortion choices, which includes bigender, transgender, deny the bio - advocacy.” That’s pangender, gender fluid, and more. Both logical reality why a number of pro-life groups have organ - “Trans Female” and “Trans* Female” are op - that humanity ized a national boycott of Girl Scout cookies. tions, though the difference between the two is divided into Ruse said the Girl Scouts have recently upped was not explained. Jeff Johnston, an issues two halves— the ante on analyst for Focus on the Family, said, “Of male and fe - their leftist course Facebook is entitled to manage its male.” activism. “The Girl Scouts designated Wendy Davis as an ‘incredi - ble woman’ who deserved to be on the list of 2013 ‘Women of the Year,’” he wrote for Breitbart.com. You can find out more about the boycott at www.cookiecott.com. Overseas Christians see USA as a mission field (WNS)--The United States is turning into a mission field for Christians in other countries. The Anglican Church of North America (ACNA) and its dozen or so associated Anglican groups have been looking to Africa for lead - ership. Now comes word that one of Africa's biggest Christian movements, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is spreading across the United States. According to the BBC, “the Pentecostal movement started in Nigeria and opened its first American parish in Detroit in 1992. Today they have 720 congregations throughout North America. 8 • March 2014 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Metro Voice Give generously

Developing the habit of truth, that giving is a spiritual decision based on the fact that God is the owner tithing of it all and we are His managers. God reoriented us to His perspective, and we by M ike and Elizabeth Murphy continue to give even when it’s very hard. Time versus Money Few topics make people more un - It’s so easy to ask God to let our time comfortable than money. If you want to be our offering. If time were a biblical Got a problem? Create a solution make people squirm, talk about giving. substitute for money, a family in min - People will ask all sorts of questions istry would be among the biggest givers. about how much to give, what to give to, However, God instructs all of His people Define entrepreneur about. You may ask, “Why should I start and whether to give off of the gross or to be faithful stewards with worldly with such a simple application of entre - the net, just to steer away from the heart wealth. The idea of substituting time for To exercise your entrepreneur mus - LINDA preneurship, I want to do something of the matter – why give at all? money is so common and yet so wrong. cle, let’s look at three ways you can begin FIELDS BIG.” The little things lead to the big When we, as ministry leaders, pour Money is addressed in Scripture more to bring solutions to the table by revis - things. ourselves out in every other way, why often than any other subject; the practi - iting the definition of an entrepreneur Director of The Think about the story of the boy and a familiar Bible story. Joseph Company who’s lunch of five loaves and two small The term entrepreneur normally fish was multiplied by Jesus to feed a refers to bringing new products or serv - crowd of 5,000 hungry people on a ices to market assuming a financial risk. faith works! mountainside. It must have seemed Let’s expand that definition. ridiculous to mention the boy’s lunch, According to Dictionary.com, entre - but Andrew did. Read the story for of product, service, industry or market. preneurs, in the purest sense, are those yourself in John 6:1-14 Notice the needs around you that who identify a need—any need—and 1. When you identify a large need you have a desire to do something fill it. It’s a primordial urge, independent begin with what you have on hand. In this case, it was a boy’s lunch. In your “Think about the story of the boy whose lunch of five loaves and two small fish was multiplied by Jesus and fed 5,000 can’t we hang on to the little money we cal God we serve knew it would be a hungry people on a have? Giving is not a financial decision, struggle. Financial giving is the first step it’s a spiritual decision. 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Be - Doctrine has not deterred proponents of Justin Bieber's bond hearing? As a con - But everyone should agree on this: The portunities," that it believes local newscast - fore Critical Information Needs, there was newsroom policing, and the CIN study is sumer of news, I have an opinion. But my government has no place pressuring media ers should cover. the FCC's now-defunct Fairness Doctrine, a first step down the same dangerous path. opinion shouldn't matter more than any - organizations into covering certain stories. It plans to ask station managers, news which began in 1949 and required equal The FCC says the study is merely an ob - one else's merely because I happen to work Unfortunately, the Federal Communi - directors, journalists, television anchors time for contrasting viewpoints on contro - jective fact-finding mission. The results at the FCC. cations Commission, where I am a com - and on-air reporters to tell the government versial issues. will inform a report that the FCC must Mr. Pai is a commissioner of the Federal missioner, does not agree. Last May the about their "news philosophy" and how Though the Fairness Doctrine ostensi - submit to Congress every three years on Communications Commission. FCC proposed an initiative to thrust the the station ensures that the community bly aimed to increase the diversity of eliminating barriers to entry for entrepre - Local media scrutinized Four ways social media will destroy your life over disturbing trend Brandon Instances of religious bigotry examined Cox by J ohn Altevogt | Metro Voice Saddleback Church pastor my opinion

I am defensive of social media. Yes, it's easy to make fun of when you're just not into it. And it's also easy to criticize when you've been negatively Scott Parks and Dana Wright, affected by it. But I still believe that it's hosts of Kansas City’s most going to be more and more like air – popular local talk radio program an unavoidable and ubiquitous part of the atmosphere in which we live life. You don’t have to be a veteran Kansas City media watcher in Kansas City to notice That being said, social media can the changes going on at KMBC-TV and KMBZ radio. destroy your life. Quickly. Consider ing with baited breath for your next over to people who believe they are KMBC, long the leader in local news coverage, placed its lead anchor, Larry the recent story of a PR executive who, status update. There's a reason why being anonymous online, and I speak Moore, on “emeritus” status, drove off veteran meteorologist Joel Nichols, dumped on her way to Africa, tweeted some - "selfie" was the big word of 2013. This as one who is an open book online. another veteran meteorologist, Lisa Teachman, and appears to be doing the same thing with rather racist implications. is not at all to say that letting your per - But I'm careful. While transparency is longtime political reporter Mike Mahoney. She lost her job and six-figure salary sonality shine through your social net - certainly a value of our current cul - KMBZ also is shaking things up in a much more subtle way. Station management and probably won't find employment ture, and it's well warranted, too much now discourages political discussion, at least conservative political discussion. In - again soon in the industry she's built “Privacy is an illusion. transparency can get you into serious stead, the centerpiece of the new format, Dana and Parks, is going for an ever-more- her career in. Or the many thousands trouble. vulgar approach to talk radio that could most adequately be described by what of couples whose divorce proceedings Facebook is a stalker's I Social media allows us to vent author Charlotte Hays calls “white-trash normal”. include details of an affair that started dream.” our feelings without a filter. Media insider John Landsberg recently criticized a photo posted on the duo’s sta - with flirting over Facebook. I cringe whenever a Christian tion Facebook page that contained an obscenity, while popular local blogger Tony Social media will destroy your life. works is all bad. But if you struggle leader says anything controversial on - Botello denounced another glorifying sexual harassment in the workplace. Com - Or perhaps more accurately, social with egotism or self-centeredness to line. I know what's coming. A barrage ments under both columns were overwhelmingly negative, condemning the show media will allow you to destroy your begin with, social media can provide of criticism from people who may in - as “sophomoric and unprofessional”, “off-the-charts terrible” and “a sad commen - own life quickly and painfully. How? the stage for excess. deed be right in their assessment, but tary on the direction our culture is headed.” I Social media allows you to be the I Social media provides a danger - wrong in their approach. The disunity A recent story pushed by both media outlets and devoid of any meaningful jour - center of your own universe. ous (and false) sense of anonymity. of the church has never been on dis - nalistic standards, underlines just how drastically these changes are affecting what If you're not careful, you'll actually Everything is public. Privacy is an play more than in our current age local residents see and hear from these two media outlets. begin to believe that the world revolves illusion. Facebook is a stalker's dream. when everyone is a publisher. The story involved an unknown couple who allegedly left no tip and a derogatory around you – that people are just wait - These are warnings I issue over and See SOCIAL MEDIA page 20 See MEDIA page 22 From_steph_Layout 1 2/26/14 8:28 AM Page 11

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How our family made made the memory of a lifetime by Dwight and Anita Widaman Postcardswhich 70 percentfrom of They are not demons Paris Americans trace but heavenly crea- their roots. tures from Revela- [This is the first in a two-part series Many Ameri- tion who are on the on how to enjoy Paris and London with cans are discover- lookout for evil. your family] ing their Christian Before we con- heritage in Europe. cluded the outdoor “Viva la Israel,” I shouted with an From Italy and portion of our tour, over-the-shoulder wave as we left a fa- France’s deep our group of 40 had mous falafel joint. My gesture elicited a Catholic traditions dwindled to just our broad smile from the face of the maitre to the Lutheran family and two older d’ and waiters—and customers— wait- customs of Ger- couples which was ing in line at the counter. Anita, daugh- man and Nordic lucky for us. Once ters Hannah and Emma, and I, were not countries to the back inside, as a re- in Israel, but in the heart the Jewish Episcopal, Presby- ward for our loyalty Outside The Louvre Quarter of the Le Marais neighborhood terian, Methodist through the wind of Paris. and Baptist history and rain, the guide The Louvre We left the tasty L'As du Fallafel, and of England and allowed us onto the very altar on which What can you say about the Lou- walked several yards down the street other nations. Re- Napoleon I was crowned. We were mes- vre—the world’s most famous art col- when I felt a tap on my shoulder. Star- gardless of your merized by our guide’s knowledge and lection, plus many paintings and tled, I turned and was greeted by Mon- reason, traveling to passion for history. At the conclusion he sculptures chronicling biblical and sieur Journo, the maître d', still smiling Europe is worth the even recommended his favorite neigh- church history. As a former royal palace and motioning with his hands to take a effort and sacrifice. borhood restaurant. Had we been hasty (you can walk through Napoleon's picture. With a gentle tug, he led us back For our family and left the group early or not withstood apartment) the Louvre is about much to the café. we chose Paris and the weather outside we would have more than art, it’s about a time and The Frenchman, wearing a NYPD London, the most missed the special attention he afforded A new friend at L’As du Fallafel place when France was ascending as the sweatshirt, seemed genuinely pleased to popular destina- us for sticking with him. world’s dominant military, political and see a smiling American and more im- tions for Ameri- for years, doing without regular sum- artistic force—when French was the portantly perhaps, one that appreciated mer vacations, fewer dinners out, Anita cans. You’ll be surprised to know that Sainte-Chapelle Israel enough to shout the words “Long working as a long-term substitute coun- while more expensive than an excursion Located just blocks from Notre Live Israel”. selor at a local school, and saving re- to Hawaii (but not much), it is still Dame, this amazing church was begun “I want a picture with your family!” wards points from business expenses. within reach if you plan carefully, adjust around 1241 and completed in just six he exclaimed and, armed with my cam- It was, as you will see, more than your expectations and are frugal. Plan years and, while smaller than a cathe- era, I dutifully documented our visit and worth the sacrifice. In this, the first of a your travel dates first then line up your dral, it is just as impressive for the mas- new friend. two-part travel feature, we will bring airfare three to four months in advance sive, intricate leaded glass windows. It This experience of friendly nationals you along with us as we explore Paris— and your lodging at least two months in was the pride and joy of the authenti- eager to help us—sometimes confused, the city that, truly, never sleeps. Next advance. Once you have those you can cally devout Louis IX who wanted to sometimes tired and sometimes lost– month, our travel experience takes us to begin to plan your daily itinerary. And protect and display relics thought to be American tourists was common both in London. ours was full. connected to Christ, such as the Crown Paris and London. These memorable Many people ask “Why go to Europe of Thorns and a fragment of the cross. encounters with residents of both when there is so much to do and see in Notre Dame Unlike many rulers of the time who ab- L’Enfant Jesus jouant avec un world-class cities were refreshing and America?” That is true to an extent. Almost 400 years before the Pil- sconded with historical relics, the saintly clou, (The infant Jesus playing not anticipated. America is rich, with vast vistas and 300 grims set foot on Plymouth Rock, the Louis purchased his for more than four with a nail), by Paolo Bernini Our journey was part media trip French were laying the foundation for times what it cost to build the chapel, years of history, but by acknowledging language of commerce and government and part celebration for three mile- Notre Dame Cathedral—a masterpiece wanting to honor God in their acquisi- how our ancestors each migrated from across Europe. Don’t try to do it in one stones: our 20th wedding anniversary, of French Gothic architecture built on tion. It is amazing, that with towering somewhere else we can all learn some- day unless pressed for time. We rented a my 50th birthday and Hannah’s high an island in central Paris and that walls of glass windows, the church sur- thing about our heritage, providing GPS device that guided us through the school graduation. We had saved money wouldn’t be completed for almost 300 vived so many revolutions and wars in- each of us a new perspective labyrinth of halls and allowed us to years. One of the worlds most imposing tact. on the world. Today, African- specify what exhibits, work or period we Notre Dame and relief sculptures structures, it’s a must-see and it’s free! Americans, for instance, are wanted to see and it gave detailed infor- We took an English tour, led by an ex- Sainte-Chapelle traveling to discover their mation on each. It’s worth the nominal pat American, rich and proud heritage in rental charge. At the Louvre you’ll enjoy who gave us an Africa; second- and Venus de Milo, Mona Lisa, Michelan- intimate look at third- gelo's “Captive”, and the tablet of Ham- the structure murabi’s Code. We enjoyed the massive and its history. painting “Consecration of the Emperor Included was Napoleon” which took place inside an outside Notre Dame and where we stood in the view, and very spot the next day. even in the And don’t forget the basement! Be- rain we fore the palace was built it was a 12th learned that century medieval fortress and your kids the facade’s can explore the fortress foundations be- m a s t e r neath. s t o n e carver in- cluded the faces of de- Versailles The stories you’ve read and the spised French elite, disreputable church movies you’ve seen were right. The leaders and land barons—all tormented generation Asians Palace of Versailles is a study in excess by demons on their arrival in Hell. By are returning to Southeast and it’s no wonder Marie Antoinette Asia, and for other families, the way, those famous Gargoyles you see like mine, to Europe for in the movies standing watch over Paris? See next page 12 • March 2014 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Metro Voice

Center. A museum at the base is worth our own pace, stopping to learn about cultured city, we quickly discovered that The Consecration of the Emperor the time if engineering is your interest pieces that interested us the most. The nothing ever goes as planned. Savor un- Napoleon. By Jacques Louis David and don’t miss the “Eiffel epic tour” cir- girls really enjoyed being able to focus in expected and unplanned moments. cuit: the fun history as seen through 60 on work that caught their eyes. One of those Parisian “short walks” for illustrations, photographs, engravings, us turned into an hour “stroll” in the drawings, films and interactive systems. Palais Garnier rain through the Jardin des Tuileries Want to see some history connected (Tuileries Garden) across from the Lou- Galerie Lafayette to modern-day Broadway? Plan to visit vre Museum. Anita and Hannah clutch- Paris wouldn’t be complete without the Palais Gar- ing one a fashion show–and shopping. On our nier. This theatre Palais Garnier a n o t h e r first day in Paris we took the girls to at- is the location of under one tend an hour-long fashion show of the the Phantom of umbrella and the Opera, which Emma and I is based in part, arm-in-arm on events that under an- t r a n s p i r e d other, we there—the falling w a l k e d , chandelier and t a l k e d , the river, which laughed and runs beneath the shivered. The Continued from previous page thing as the girls and I sheltered under theatre. To step experience and King Louis lost their heads! The ar- huge imported palm trees. It was worth inside is a magi- was a special chitects of the chateau used gold (gilded it, Anita contends! cal experience. m e m o r y . bronze) like paint. It covers just about We purchased What could everything except for the splendid Eiffel Tower tickets for a easily have paintings featured on every ceiling. The Designed by Gustave Eiffel, the Tour guided tour and been an op- compound was France’s ultimate royal Eiffel (That’s Eiffel Tower for us an- were not disappointed. The history, portunity for griping, we all laughed-off glophiles) is the some funny and some tragic, comes as we were equally soaked to the bone. The grounds of Versailles most recognizable alive as you creep around the building The fact we were in Paris helped, too. structure in the and marvel at the excess, which was 19th On another occasion it was the girls world. From the century Paris. Enjoy the 1964 painting digging through bins of all right-footed top you’ll under- by Marc Chagall that adorns the ceiling. sample shoes at a sidewalk market we stand why it was Hated by Parisians when completed, it stumbled upon. You find the one you an engineering has since become a favorite of residents like and the owner brings you the marvel when con- and tourists alike. matching shoe! Even I was coaxed into structed as the en- picking out a pair of Italian men’s trance arch for the Paris Catacombs loafers. While the discovery caused us to 1889 World's Fair. Ever been in a coffin? How about a drop a small museum from our itiner- The tower’s height grave built for millions? The Paris Cat- ary, the serendipitous shopping find was not surpassed acombs are a cavernous labyrinth of thrilled the girls and reinvigorated their palace and has the reputation for being until the completion of New York’s tunnels housing the bones of more spirits for the afternoon. the most opulent before or since the Chrysler Building in the 1930s and this than six million people. The walls are Pleasant surprises created for us, a French revolution. It was the center of iron work of art remains the tallest latest styles at the covered with graffiti dating power in France from 1682 until the structure in Paris. Galerie LaFayett. Entrants needed from the time of the French French Revolution. Now, as then, it re- Much of what you see from its tickets and we had none so we stood in revolution when its tunnels mains a symbol of royalty—and the ex- dizzying heights is unchanged from the line for a bit and were finally admitted were used for escape and hide- cesses of the ruling classes. Thankfully, early 20th century with the exception of before the catwalk came alive with outs. Centuries old, the Cata- revolutionaries storming the palace modern skyscrapers on the distant hori- skinny models. Shopping here is as combs grew and grew as gates recognized the treasure it was. zon. You can imagine Napoleon march- much about the building as it is about graves were uprooted in other They stationed armed guards so that the ing through the Arc de Triumph or the the contents. This is truly a breathtaking parts of the city to make room peasants of Paris would not loot and de- American troops parading down the and gilded structure that has been de- for other structures. Stacked in stroy this treasure—treasure in every streets with cheering Parisians at the end scribed as a “temple to shopping”. It in- odd piles with skulls arranged sense of the word! of World War II. The city of light cludes European fashion but for the into interesting patterns, the Where to begin? You’ll definitely (named so because of the beautiful aura budget-conscious you might find a sur- workers who created it never need a full, and long, day to enjoy Ver- the stone buildings give off at sunset) prising bargain here and there. Later, we imagined tourists touring its sailles. From the ceilings—each a work won’t disappoint as in addition to the enjoyed lunch in the grand cafeteria dark passages—jaws agape. once-in-a-lifetime experience with our of art in their own right–– to the grand Arc de Triomphe, you’ll see Notre with a view of the Eiffel Tower. daughters before they leave home. Paris apartments of the royals, you are over- Dame, Sacre Coeur and the Pompidou Champs-Elysées and could waiting to surprise you and your whelmed. You can walk through the Musee d’Orsay Arc de Triomphe family as well. Hall of Mirrors, the King’s and Queen’s Originally constructed as a train sta- The Champs-Elysées is the boule- We hope you’ve enjoyed coming state apartments, the Royal Chapel, the tion in 1900, the museum completed a vard for couples and may be the most along with us on our voyage to Paris. library, the clock room, and the salons. major remodeling in 2011. Its structural famous boulevard in the world. Until next time, we bid you adieu! Outside the palace is one of the world’s centerpiece is an arched hall with an or- Strolling down this tree-lined street to- For the second part of our feature, in- greatest gardens, which, combined with nate and massive clock that still keeps ward the towering Arc de Triomphe at cluding what to do and see in London, the interior, needed 6,000 workers to time much as it did for hurried Parisians the west end is an adventure. This thor- where to stay in London and Paris and keep running each day. The grounds are catching a steam train 100 years ago. oughfare is known for its belles prome- other tips, visit www.metrovoicenews.com huge! To walk from one end to the other The museum is renowned for its collec- nades but also offers shops, quaint or watch for our April edition. would take a full hour. We walked, but tion of impressionist (Dwight and boutiques and cafés on reflection the ground transportation Anita’s favorite), art nouveau, decorative and entertainment. is worth the cost for it will get you to the and sculpture art. We found the mu- Step a block or two off corners of the estate quickly where you’ll seum much smaller than the Louvre but the beaten path and enjoy the Grand Trianon and the Petit no less beautiful for the treasures it con- you’ll discover old Trianon and the estate of Marie An- tains. Thanks to Paris. At the end is the toinette, built to imitate a French village. the recent re- imposing Arc de Tri- Versailles is about 18 miles outside modeling proj- omphe—a monu- Paris but you can easily take a train. We ect, many of ment to victory and enjoyed a nice restaurant on the those treasures sacrifice that you can grounds and to work off lunch you can are displayed in climb. rent a rowboat. We took a break on the small rooms, vast park lawn and only left when it which provide a Pleasant started to rain. But that didn’t stop unique perspective. We rented head- surprises Anita, who ran back to see one more phones so we could each meander at As we toured this Metro Voice––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 13 The waiter, smiling, happily accommo- three Abbey guides getting info on their dated her request. phones, we located the crypts, and much Top Tips for Travel If steak tartare isn’t to your liking, to Hannah’s delight, there lay the two there is little in French cuisine that is not best friends who changed the direction delicious and you can always find a local of the Western world. ethnic restaurant familiar to Americans or a hamburger. Get outside info It is not just a movie or historical in- Leave your world behind terest that can generate sightseeing ideas.

We had a “no-cell phone” rule on During your planning, talk to friends our trip. Though painful, our daughters who have made the trip. This helps to left their phones and all the distractions confirm and validate your choices; re- they create, in their rooms at home. I search travel blogs and buy a quality took one in the luggage just in case we guide book (Lonely Planet) for each city needed it during the U.S. portion of our (check out the library’s copy first to help flights. Consider taking a laptop or you decide). tablet–they come in handy in case you’re looking up museum times and the girls Don’t over-plan your day Restaurant did check-in on their Facebook friends. There’s just too much to do! We Beaurepaire But, a trip “sans phone”, meant we were Anita pitches in at a fleurist made the mistake of overbooking most talking to each other and enjoying the of our days as we realized this would Getting there prise! Plan a budget and then expect to scenery, not texting. By creating this very personal. most likely be the only time we traveled Any trip to Europe requires you to spend quite a bit more. In Paris we de- margin you will be greatly rewarded by Emma and Dad were excited to at- there as a family. We learned there are be in shape. Midwesterners don’t walk— cided to save money on breakfast by eat- the lost art of conversation. tend the premiere of the new Star Trek some things that will have to wait for a ing in our room, having a light lunch we drive. Expect to do a lot of walking. A Everyone picks. movie in London because of the movie’s future trip. Review your itinerary and be Parisian may tell you that a restaurant or and saving our appetite (and wallet) for timely connection to the city. For Anita it realistic. You may need to trim it down Everyone wins. museum is “just a short walk” but, 20 dinner. Even planning did not prepare us was a “girls-only” outing for high tea or you’ll end up exhausted, though we How do you balance your family’s ex- minutes later, you may still not have for the cost of eating out in Europe. while Dwight was off shopping for an soon discovered we had much more en- pectations and interests? Plan and play reached your destination. Use this time Here are other tips we discovered: authentic English cardigan. ergy than our teenagers and were ready fair! Realize that what dad and your boys to explore and do some shopping at the Arriving at our hotel we scoped out the In London, Dwight’s priority was to to go at the crack of dawn! might consider a “must do” may not be numerous street markets, shops or stop neighborhood markets (there are many see the on the top 10 list of teenage girls—or for treats at a cafe. No time in Paris is as Parisians, living in modest apartments Churchill Don’t over do it. Taking a break at the Musee d’Orsay mom. Likewise, parents won’t want to ever wasted as every picturesque street with small refrigerators, tend to purchase War Mu- spend endless hours while teenagers brings opportunity for discovery and ad- fresh food every day) where we pur- seum and shop for the latest fashions. venture. But, when needed, public trans- chased juice, yogurt and coffee. Dwight the famous Involve your kids by letting them portation is convenient, easy and safe. and I woke early each morning, strolled “War pick one activity each day either from ac- Prepare for your trip by walking several down the street past flower vendors and Room” tivities they’re drawn to or from several miles a day in the month prior to your antique bookstores to a neighborhood and options you provide. This also applies to departure to build stamina. bakery. bunker a what museum exhibits to see. There we picked up pastries and crois- 100 feet sants then brewed coffee in our room. Sustenance Realistic itinerary below the After a busy day of sightseeing (Eu- We came to know the bakery owner who surface Most world-class museums are huge ropeans tend to eat supper after 8 p.m. or gave us suggestions each day. It was fun that is vir- and would take days to fully explore. Re- even 9) or and provided a variety of baked goods. tually un- alize you cannot see it all. Before your for the need Lunch was touched trip discuss what each museum has to to take a often at a since the offer and pick one or two sections or, break for deli or take- last day of the war. better yet, use the museum’s “Top 5 or Getting the wide angle lunch under away stand. None of these activities though, were Upon arrival, get the “wide angle” of Top 10” booklet. Guided tours are often the tree- (The price to the exclusion of another’s wishes. We your surroundings. For Paris it was the the best way to enjoy a museum on lim- lined streets, of food each enjoyed them because they reflected view from the Eiffel where we enjoyed ited time and are well worth the up- you’ll want “taken the interests of the people we love and the famous panorama from above and charge. For permanent collections, let to find away” can know so well. immediately after, a more up-close view the kids each pick an area they consider a nourish- be half the through the city’s heart down the Seine must see. For example, at the British Mu- ment. cost of hav- Teaching moments River on the Star of Paris tour boat. Both Americans ing a table). Listen for the kids to connect the views are a taste of the adventure ahead! are used to Just take dots on what they are seeing to the inexpensive meals. Our budgeted your lunch to a park (there are plenty of knowledge they already possess. Our –Dwight and Anita Widaman are pub- amount for food was our biggest sur- sunny spots all abloom). family loves “Amazing Grace”—the lishers and editors of the Metro Voice For dinner, we sought out movie about the British slave trade star- Newspaper. Covering stories for Metro suggestions of the locals or ring Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock Voice, on missions or for personal enjoy- just chose a cute café or Holmes, Star Trek) as the British Prime ment, their travels have taken them across restaurant that looked like a Minister William Pitt. Pitt was best Europe, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, India, memory in the making. For- friends with John Wilberforce—the 17th Canada, the Caribbean and destinations get about having a soda un- century Christian and British abolition- in between. They hope to inspire a love for less you are addicted. We ist. Hannah remembered that the movie travel, missions and learning in their typically just ordered tap stated they are buried side-by-side in daughters and readers. water. Westminster Abbey. With the help of the Look for Part II: London, next month. But, remember, if there is a top 10 list for Paris, it has seum Emma picked the Egyptian and A view from the top of the Eiffel Tower to include the food. Encour- Middle Eastern section. She was not dis- age the kids to try new appointed as we stepped through ancient things and lead by example! arches from Mesopotamia and viewed At one restaurant Hannah, mummified pharaohs. after having tasted some- In Paris, Hannah, who graduated thing similar in Branson, or- from a 12-year professional ballet pro- dered steak tartare—a meat gram, wanted to view Degas’ paintings of dish made from finely ballet dancers on display in the Musée chopped or minced raw beef d'Orsay. Degas’ colorful and emotive oil and served with onions, ca- paintings helped popularize ballet and pers and seasonings. She en- make it accessible for Europe’s masses. joyed a few bites before she Hannah enjoyed viewing the original Around the corner from our asked if it was OK to have it work of the print that hung at home in hotel–a great restaurant sent back to be “cooked”. her room and for her the experience was 14 • March 2014 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Metro Voice Kansas City’s most complete guide to the events and concerts you want to see! FREE LISTINGS the events in the Metro Voice Calendar! Metro Voice, PO Box 1114 Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 or fax to 816-282-0010 PLEASE NOTE: Your item must be in by Compiled by Anita Widaman | E-MAIL: [email protected] the 3rd Wednesday of each month for fol - calendar lowing month’s issue.

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[email protected] March 15 , 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. 603 Triumphant, 401 NE Chipman Rd., Lee’s Summit, MO 64063. 3:00p.m. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 10100 Metcalf Ave. Emerson Drive, Belton,MO 64012. RSVP: Rebecca Jacobs, bec - Overland Park, KS. RSVP: Jill Pettis jpettis@classicalconver - FREE CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS INFORMATION Featuring Kevin Basconi, Michael Danforth & James Durham. [email protected] March 24, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. 503 sations.com March 31, 6:00-8:00p.m. Bonner Springs Public MEETING. Various times and location. Come see the Classi - www.KingofGloryMinistries.org for registration and info. 816- East 127th Street, Kansas City, MO 64145 . RSVP: Guenna Library 201 Nettleton Ave. Bonner Springs, KS. RSVP: Oni Hoge [email protected] April 1 7:00-9:00p.m. Em - manuel Baptist Church 10100 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS. RSVP: Kirstin Esau [email protected] April 1, 7:00-8:30p.m. Countryside Baptist Church, 14150 W 175th, MAR “SHOW ME LIFE” PRO-LIFE ACTION Olathe, KS. Come hear how RSVP: Ruthe Reid southo - DAY 2014 –JEFFERSON CITY, MO [email protected] April 15, 7 - 9p.m. Emmanuel Baptist 11 Church, 10100 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS. RSVP: Jill Pet - 524-6120. tis [email protected] FREE CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS OPEN HOUSE AND FREE CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS INFORMATION EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM. March 6, MEETING March 8, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Gashland Baptist 8:45a.m.-3:00p.m. Countryside Baptist Church, 14150 W Church, 601 NE Barry, Rd., Kansas City, MO 64155. Come hear 175th, Olathe, KS. Come see the Classical Christian Commu - how Classical Conversations can help you successfully teach nity in action, learn right along with us as you visit our Com - your child any subject and be amazed at how understanding munity! Our Excellence in Education Program starts at the Trivium can make your homeschool the best it can be! 12:35p.m. RSVP: Ruthe Reid [email protected] RSVP: Michelle Cannon, [email protected] 2014 STAINED CONFERENCE. Mar. 7-8. Cross Points THE BOOK OF GALATIANS BIBLE STUDY. Mar. 10-14, din - Church, 6824 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217. Speakers: ner 6:00-6:55pm (no cost), bible study at 7pm each evening. Nick Adams, Chris Anderson & Marty Darracott. A targeted Morning Star Baptist Church of Jesus Christ, 2411 East 27th youth conference geared towards empowering & encourag - Street (at Wabash), KCMO. Instructed by Dr. Darren Edwards, ing youth to pursue righteousness at all cost. Late Registra - United Believers Church of Kansas City. 816-923-3559. tion (after Feb. 1): $20 per person. 913-205-9868. AVOID PROBATE SEMINARS. Mar. 11 & 27, 7pm. Lewis Liv - FREE CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS INFORMATION ing Trust Center, 700 NE Langsford Rd., Lee’s Summit, MO. MEETING. Various times and locations. Come hear how Free. 816-524-3200. Classical Conversations can help you successfully teach your calendar continuned on next page 16 • March 2014 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Metro Voice FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP MEETING. Mar. 13, 7- Church, 13700 W. 151st, Olathe, KS 66062. During this week - emy, 6826 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS. Open to all youth, 6- 8:30pm. Countryside Christian Church, 6101 Nall Ave., Mis - end, women will experience Triccoli in concert Friday night, 12 grades & youth groups. Featuring Remedy Drive. 913-631- sion, KS. Cori Phelps will cover general information on using then periods of worship, comedy, prayer, encouragement, 0637. essential oils for pain relief. 913-384-4673. and more on Saturday. 913-764-8280. “MARCH MADNESS.” Bags dropped off on Mar. 2 in several GOSPEL OF GRACE & PEACE GATHERING. Mar. 14-16, 7pm THE 4TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE FOR PASTORS AND neighborhoods around Independence, and then collected on nightly; 10am Sunday Celebration Service. Faith Ministries LAITY. Apr. 9-10. Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS. Featuring Mar. 9. A food drive for Thomas Hart Benton Elementary Community Church, 12222 Blue Ridge Ext., Grandview, MO The Reverend Jacquline L. Saxon. www.ottawa.edu/nor - school. If you would like to donate food to Thomas Hart Ben - 64030. Featuring Dr. James B. Richards. 816-695-7141. woodjones. ton for their food pantry, please drop your non-perishables MEN’S PRAYER & FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST. Mar. 15, JR. CYIA TRAINING. Apr. 21 & May 2-3. For students enter - off at Independence First United Methodist, 400 W. Maple 8am. Denny’s Restaurant, I-70 & Blue Ridge Cut Off, KCMO. ing 7th or 8th grade in the fall of 2014. Jr. CYIA students com - Ave., Indep., MO 64050. Contact Rachel, 816-863-4662. 816-356-6380. mit to a minimum of serving for two weeks of 5-Day Clubs in GREATER KANSAS CITY NATIONAL WEEK OF PRAYER RECONCILIATION WEEKEND. Mar. 21-23. Mansion at their local area (during the time frame of June 23-Aug. 8). FOR THE HEALING OF AIDS. Mar. 2-8. Calvary Temple Bap - Elfindale, Springfield, MO. Spon. by If Not For Grace. Email Spon. by Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater KC Area. tist Church, 2940 Holmes St., KCMO 64109. The National Jama Edlund ([email protected]) if you would like more in - 816-358-1138. Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS of Greater Kansas City formation or to register for this weekend. 816-847-2911. MARCH LA BOHEME, 2:00 P.M. LIVE AT THE KAUFFMAN THE ART OF MARRIAGE SEMINAR. Apr. 25-26. Lee’s Sum - is designed to encourage the faith community to assist in ed - ucating the community on the risk factors associated with WOMEN’S PRAYER & FELLOWSHIP. Mar. 22, 9am. Heart THEATER, KANSAS CITY MO mit First Assembly, 425 SW Oldham Parkway, Lee’s Summit, HIV/AIDS and to mobilize area African-American churches in of America Church, 7600 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64138. All 15- 17-19- 21 -2 3 MO. 816-524-0181. reducing the spread of the disease. The CCON is a certified welcome, call to reserve a spot. 816-356-6380. Community in action, learn right along with us as you visit Ruthe Reid [email protected] April 10, 8:45a.m.- STAND UP! MEN’S CONFERENCE “STANDING FIRM IN partner of the Balm in Gilead, Inc. and is the convener and our Community! March 27, 8:45a.m.-3:00p.m. Emmanuel 3:30p.m. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 10100 Metcalf Ave. Over - THE FAITH.” May 3, 9am-5pm. Calvary Bible College, 15800 FAMILY-TO-FAMILY. 12-week course beginning Mar. 26. Jew - fiscal agent for the local observance, which is held the first Baptist Church, 10100 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS. RSVP: land Park, KS. RSVP: Kirstin Esau Calvary Rd., KCMO 64147. $15/person, includes lunch & din - ish Community Campus, 5801 W. 115th St., OPKS. Free course full week in March annually. Call for information & events. Jill Pettis [email protected] March 31, [email protected] ner. Ages 13 & up. This conference will be a platform for older for family and friends of individuals with mental illness, pro - 816-531-4683. vides participants with communication and problem-solving 8:45a.m.-1:00p.m. Shawnee Presbyterian Church, 6835 WHOLE HEART GIRLS CONFERENCE. Mar. 29. Olathe men to gather and encourage younger men about manhood, DISCOVER MCA. Mar. 4, 6pm. Cross Points Sanctuary, techniques, coping mechanism and the self-care skills needed Pflumm Rd. Shawnee, KS RSVP: Mary K. Clinton maryk.clin - Christian Church, 1115 S. Ridgeview Rd., Olathe, KS 66062. examining issues and what genuine manhood looks like from Maranatha Christian Academy, 6826 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, to deal with their loved one’s mental illness as well as its im - [email protected] March 31, 8:45a.m.-3:00p.m. Nall Avenue Main Speaker: The Sonflowerz. Whole Heart seeks to restore a Biblical perspective. KS. Open to any parents interested in Christian Education; pact on the family. 913-327-8259. Baptist Church, Prairie Village, KS. RSVP: April Watson awat - our “whole heart.” We want to help our teenage girls imagine FAITH MINISTRIES 2014 WORLD CONFERENCE – MORE [email protected] April 3, 8:45a.m.-3:00p.m. Preschool age through 12th grade. 913-631-0637. FREE CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS OPEN HOUSE. Vari - a future where they are restored and made new again. 913- THAN ENOUGH. June 23-26, daytime sessions begin at Countryside Baptist Church, 14150 W 175th, Olathe, KS. RSVP: TIPS (“TAKING IT TO THE PEWS”) REVIVAL. Mar. 5, 7pm. ous times and locations. Come see the Classical Christian 782-3041. 9:30am & preregistration is required; evening sessions begin WORLDVIEWCONFERENCE. Apr. 3. Hannibal Lagrange at 7pm and will be open to the public. Faith Ministries, 12222 Centennial United Methodist Church, 1834 Woodland Ave., University, Hannibal, MO. Spon. by Missouri Baptists, The Blue Ridge Ext., Grandview, MO 64030. Speaker include: KCMO 64108. Host Pastor: David A. Gilmore; Guest Speaker Pathway & Christian Life Commission. Speakers include: Dr. Dave & Bonnie Duell, Dennis & Denise Capra, Ed & Mona Pastor Emeritus Wallace S. Hartsfield, Sr., metropolitan Bap - Anthony Allen, Ph.D., Dr. Janice Crouse, Ph.D., Bob McEwen, Shirley and Dan & Nancy Thompson; Worship by Juli Perry & tist Church. The TIPS Revival is a mid-week Service for the Kerry Messer, Dr. John Yeats, Rob Phillips, Justin Mosher & Band! www.fmin.org. National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS in KC. The Don Hinkle. mobaptist.org/worldview. Week of Prayer is an effort to reach out to all faith traditions and all people to raise awareness and provide HIV/AIDS ed - KATHY TRICCOLI’S HOPE’S ALIVE WEEKEND CONFER - SPECIAL CHURCH EVENTS ucation. Join us for an evening filled with song, prayer, testi - ENCE. Apr. 4, 7-8:30pm & Apr. 5, 9am-12:30pm. Olathe Bible BATTLE OF THE BANDS. Mar. 1. Maranatha Christian Acad - mony and the Word of God as we demonstrate love and compassion for those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. FREE and Confidential HIV & STD Screenings will be provided! GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE. Mar. 6, 5-7pm. 12340 Grandview Rd., Grandview, MO. A free chili dinner will be provided and there will be drawings for prizes for new families. Tours will be available and families will be able to meet with administrators, teachers and other school families. 816-767-8630. “CHURCHES FIGHTING AIDS” BASKETBALL COMPETI - TION. Mar. 8. Central High School, 3221 Indiana Ave., KCMO. Featuring Youth & Young Adult Games from 9am-12pm, A Health & Community Resource Fair, HIV & STD Education & Testing will be provided. Help us rally together the Faith Com - munity to lead in the fight against HIV/AIDS in KC! Team Entry Fee $50/team. Pastor must serves as Team Captain but is not required to play. 816-531-4683 ext. 5. calendar continuned on next page Metro Voice ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 17 KANSAS CITY METRO MEN’S CHORUS. Mar. 8, 7-8:30pm. 30+ artists will be exhibiting and selling original works of art. slave girl, as they discover the healing and reconciliation OPKS. 816-333-4917 ext. 240. Greater KC Chinese Christian Church, 5316 Quivira Rd., A portion of proceeds will benefit Kansas City Christian School. found in Jesus. $10 in advance or $15 at the door. 913-397- SPIRE CHAMBER ENSEMBLE & BAROQUE ORCHESTRA Shawnee, KS 66216. Free will offering will be taken & all pro - 913-648-5227. 7071. - HANDEL’S ISTRAEL IN EGYPT. Mar. 30, 8pm. Helzberg ceeds will go to Child Evangelism Fellowship, Inc. SALVATION ARMY 2014 CIVIC LUNCHEON. May 8, 12- THE JACOMO CHORALE CONCERT. May 4, 6 PM. Nativity Hall, 1601 Broadway Blvd., KCMO. 816-994-7200. LOVE’S OUTREACH FOOD DISTRIBUTION. Mar. 8, 11am- 1:30pm. Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 of Mary Church, Independence, MO A concert of Broadway TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD. Apr. 5, 10 & 12, 7:30pm; Apr. 6 & 12:30pm. Church on the Rock Outreach Center, 1700 SW Mar - McGee St., KCMO 64108. Speaker Laura Bush. music 13, 2pm. White Theatre, 5801 W. 115th St., OPKS 66211. Set ket St., Lee’s Summit, MO. Free food for families in need. Valid 11TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT. May 16. Eagles’ Land - THE MUSIC MAN. Mar. 6, 7 & 8, 7pm. Plaza Heights Christian in Alabama during the Great Depression, To Kill a Mockingbird ID and proof of residency required to participate. ing Golf Course, Belton, MO. Benefits Missouri Right to Life Academy Drama Department, 1500 SW Clark Rd., Blue follows the journey of Jem and Scout Finch, whose father has www.cotroc.org or 816-246-7625. Western Region. 816-353-4113. Springs, MO 64015. Tickets are $4 (ages 2-18) and adults are been appointed to defend Tom Robinson, a black man framed “SHOW ME LIFE” PRO-LIFE ACTION DAY 2014. Mar. 11. $6 (children under 2 are free). 816-228-0670. for a crime he didn’t commit. Rated PG. 913-327-8054. Registration at 9am at Selinger Center, next to St. Peter FINE ARTS THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Mar. 6, 10am (School Day) & 7pm HERCULES. May 15, 10am (School Day) & 7pm (Family Day); Church. After 10am, registration also in the 1st floor Capitol “THE-A-LONE RANTER!” Through May 11, Saturdays at (Family Day); Mar. 7, 10am (School Day) & 7pm; Mar. 8, 2pm May 16, 7pm, May 17, 2pm & 7pm, May 18, 2pm. Goppert The - Rotunda. Encourage your legislators to pass pro-life legisla - 7:30pm & Sundays at 3:30pm. 9601 Metcalf, in the Metcalf & 7pm; Mar. 9, 2pm. Goppert Theater Avila University, 11901 ater Avila University, 11901 Wornall Rd., KCMO 64145. tion, lobby them before and after the Noon Rally. Join the South Shopping Center, OPKS. Presented by Martin City Melo - Wornall Rd., KCMO 64145. www.cytkc.org, 913-681-3318. www.cytkc.org or 913-681-3318. Noon Rally at the Capitol Rotunda. Stand Up 4 Life Student drama. 913-642-7576. “GREAT EXPECTATIONS.” Mar. 7, 7pm. Van Horn High THE LEGEND OF POCAHONTAS. May 15, 10am (School Day) Action Day 2014 will be held in conjunction with Pro-Life Ac - School – Little Theater, 1109 Arlington, Indep., MO. Cost $20. & 7pm (Family Day); May 16, 7pm, May 17, 2pm & 7pm, May tion Day. missourilife.org or 573-635-5110. “AESOP’S AMAZING FABLES!” Through May 17, various

H Suitable for children 12 and up & adults. Spon. by PAI. 816- 18, 2pm. Bell Cultural Events Center, MidAmerica Nazarene, G JUL CHURCHILL: THE ARTIST – THE show times. Metcalf South Shopping Center, 9601 Metcalf HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY OPEN U 833-9777. 2030 East College Way, Olathe, KS. www.cytkc.org or 913- O Ave., OPKS 66212. Presented by Martin City, Jr. 913-642-7576. HOUSE. Mar. 13 & Apr. 10, 9-11am. East Campus, 9333 West R HALLMARK VISITORS CENTER H 681-3318. T “TASTE & SEE.” Mar. 8, 7pm. River Church, 63rd & Woodson 15th St., OPKS. 913-681-7662. 31 HAIFA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OF ISRAEL. Mar. 1, 8pm. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway Rd., Raytown, MO. Spon. by Dramatic Truth Ballet Theatre. ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE COMMUNITY COOKOUT. Christian School students. Tickets available at www.kccbs.edu Blvd., KCMO 64108. Pres. By Harriman-Jewell Series. 816- [email protected]. FAMILY OUTINGS Mar. 15, 12-1:30pm. First United Methodist Church parking or by calling 913-722-0272. 415-5025. THE BIG BUPKIS – A COMPLETE GENTILE’S GUIDE TO ROMANCE IN BLOOM. Through Mar. 9. Powell Gardens, lot, 400 W. Maple Ave, Indep., MO. Games for the kids and EASTER CANTATA. Apr. 19, 7pm & Apr. 20, 10:15am. Pisgah YIDDISH VAUDEVILLE. Mar. 8, 7:30pm & Mar. 9, 2pm. White 1609 NW US Highway 50, Kingsville, MO 64061. Make a ro - drawings for gift certificates in various denominations. The Baptist Church, 112 Pisgah, Excelsior Springs, MO. 816-630- EKKLESIA. Mar. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 & 9. Greenleaf Music & Arts Acad - Theatre, 5801 W. 115th St., OPKS 66211. Shane Bertram Baker, mantic getaway. The glass-topped conservatory will be parade will pass by the front of the church building, so bring 5121. emy, 1500 E. Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS 66061. Original unquestionably the biggest star in Yiddish vaudeville today, brimming with soft pinks, blues and purples, combined with your lawn chairs and enjoy the afternoon. 816-863-4662. “ART EVENT AT KCC”: KANSAS CITY’S PREMIER CHRIS - musical theatre production based on Acts 16, brings first cen - tury Philippi to life! Follow the journeys of Lydia – a seller of returns to his hometown of KC to tread the boards at the fragrant favorites such as stock and paperwhites. 816-697- “POOR MAN’S LUNCH.” Mar. 16, 9am Traditional Worship, TIAN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS. Apr. 25-26. Kansas City purple, Maltius – a Roman jailer, and Sabra – a tormented White Theatre! Rated PG. 913-327-8054. 2600. 11:15am Relaxed Worship, 11:15am-1pm Potato Bar. Independ - Christian School, 79th St., just west of Roe in Prairie Village. MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING BY WILLIAMS SHAKE - PUBLIC OUTDOOR ICE SKATING. Through Mar. 9, 10am- ence First United Methodist Church, 400 W. Maple Ave., SPEARE. Mar. 13-16, various show times and prices. Liberty 9pm, Sun-thu; 10am-11pm, Fri-Sat. Crown Center Ice Ter - Indep., MO 64050. Free will offering goes to help children go Chapel, on the campus at Calvary Bible College, 15790 Elm - race, 2425 Grand Blvd., KCMO 64108. 816-274-8411. to summer camps. Find out “Who was St. Patrick and why is wood Ave., KCMO 64147. Calvary.edu/arts or 816-322-0110. he still celebrated?” 816-863-4662. GRAND OLE OPRY EXHIBITION. Through Mar. 16, 11am- LA BOHEME. Mar. 15, 17, 19 & 21, 7:30pm; Mar. 23, 2pm. 3pm, Thu., Fri. Mid-America Arts Alliance, Culture Lab, 2018 FATHER & DAUGHTER PURITY BALL. Mar. 22, 5-9pm. Muriel Kauffman Theatre, 1601 Broadway Blvd., KCMO. The Baltimore Ave., KCMO 64108. Free. The images document Abundant Life Baptist Church, 414 SW Persels, Lee’s Summit, most beloved opera of all time. 816-994-7200. the radio show and the country music business during the MO 64081. $20 per person. In this special event, the goal is zenith of country music. 816-421-1388. to exhort Fathers to protect their daughters’ purity, of heart GREATER KANSAS CITY CHAPTER ORGAN RECITAL. Mar. and body. We hope that young ladies will see that true beauty 17, 7:30pm. Atonement Lutheran Church, 9948 Metcalf Ave., “WINSTON CHURCHILL: THE ARTIST.” Through Jul. 31, and true purity comes when trusting in the work of Jesus Christ He washes all sin away! 816-566-0480. LOVE’S OUTREACH COMMUNITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN PLEASANT HILL. Mar. 22, 9am-10am. Cass Co. Fair - grounds, 308 W. Commercial, Pleasant Hill, MO. Free food for families in need. Valid ID & proof of residency required to participate. Free and open to the public. www.cotroc.org or 816-246-7625. CRAFT SALE. Mar. 22, 9am-3pm. Parkway 103 Condomini - ums Clubhouse, 5300 104th St., OPKS. Kids toys, designer jeans, handmade jewelry, knitted and crocheted items, home décor and much more! Spon. by The Fibromyalgia Coalition. 913-384-4673. MANA MEI LAGI PREVIEW WORSHIP. Mar. 23, 11:15am. Independence First United Methodist Church, 400 W. Maple Ave., Indep., MO. come join the celebration of Polynesian Is - landers in worship with the message given by Pastor Poese Vatikani. 808-520-5433. EAGLE EGG 5K. Apr. 5, 9am. Summit Christian Academy, 1500 SW Jefferson St., Lee’s Summit, MO. 816-525-1480. 1ST ANNUAL PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET. Apr. 11, Silent Auction 5:30pm, Dinner 7pm. Overland Park Convention Center, OPKS. Keynote speaker: Former Attorney General John Ashcroft. Proceeds benefit KCCBS and Overland

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MOVIES, BOOKS, MUSIC & MORE! SON OF GOD EARNS CRITICAL ACCLAIM Hyped on Hyper-Grace Diogo Morgado reprises Why it’s one of the most important movie review his role as Jesus books you’ll read in 2014 by Edwin L. Carpenter The best on-screen the best possible ways. Larry Right up front, Brown presents the biblical account of the facts with precision, love and respect. life of Jesus Sparks Between reading both his Hyper-Grace and Authentic Fire books, I have been "Son of God" is lovingly made from amazed at how well a Christian leader start to finish. It is a warm and moving such as Brown can call out deception picture of the life of Jesus from the begin - (and, yes, name names) while main - ning to the resurrection. Producer Mark reader nook taining such a strong witness of Chris - Burnett said they could not possibly film tian character and even honoring those everything that happened in the gospels, This project has intrigued me since he does not agree with. Whether it is so he selected certain highlights that con - dead. The film treats Jesus' triumphant I began following Dr. Michael Brown’s John MacArthur or Joseph Prince, veyed the character and nature of Jesus as entry into Jerusalem on a donkey followed film 411 discussion of the topic hyper-grace. Brown never resorts to painting with the true Son of God. This film is filled with by the Last Supper and His betrayal with SON OF GOD The reason this book is so important is broad strokes, bashing or name- compelling cinematography and closeups careful detail. Jesus praying in the Garden STARS: Fraser Ayres, Rick Bacon, Hami because it helps you rightly calling. 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I I hear from any Christian leader by the graphically violent moments including thought about removing this bit from eternal standard of Scripture. scenes of Roman soldiers attacking the the review, but honestly, it should be Throughout Hyper-Grace, Brown crowds and Jesus' suffering and crucifix - kept. Regardless of where you stand on exposes readers to challenging topics ion. This is a movie with a message. It willl matters concerning God’s grace, salva - concerning grace, such as: Do we need take you on a powerful, compelling and, tion, holiness, the Law, Old Testament still to repent for our sins—even after in the end, spiritual journey. relevancy and eternal security, this is a we are saved? Does the Holy Spirit still “Son of God” is playing at area theaters very important book for you to read. convict us of sin, or is He okay with us including Blue Springs 8. Why? 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D.C. Crowns will be performing at the Inde - pendence Events Center on April 3. For Jeanes more information, please visit Metro Voice www.forkingandcountry.com/shows. Music Editor In other concert news, David Phelps (known both for his work with the Gaither Vocal Band as well as a successful solo career) will be performing at Grace - music scene way Church in Kansas City on March 7. For King and Country is For a limited time (I assume), Jars of Doors will open at 7 pm. There is also a great interview with Phelps in this issue of comprised of brothers Clay has an E.P. available for free at Noise - Joel and Luke Smallbone trade.com! Eastside Manor Sessions EP the Metro Voice! For more information on was presented as a sort of sampler of the the tour and tickets, please visit www.vis - JoC’s new release, Inland. ing For King and Country’s song “Crave.” itgraceway.org. “Audio A” band photo and CD. For more and worship. With a history that dates Presented with stripped-down versions Selected as the “New Audio Adrenaline information, please visit Facebook page back to 1986, The Collingsworth Family of a few new songs, there are also live ren - Artist of the Year,” For will perform in Sedalia, on "Change A Life Tour - Sedalia, Missouri." have performed natonally and interna - ditions of songs the band has become King and Country will March 30, at the Mathewson Last, the Collingsworth Family will be tionally. For uplifting music, an inspira - known for (“Dead Man (Carry Me),” for also have their song “Baby Exhibition Center in the performing Evening of Family Worship tional message, and some great voices, this one). They also have a few other offerings Boy” included on the in - Missouri State Fair and Praise concert at the Cowen Memo - would be the show to see in April. For on there, including a sort-of best of col - spired CD, SON OF Grounds. General admis - rial Auditorium, on April 10. Phil and Kim more information, please visit lection, called Gather and Build. If you are GOD: Music Inspired by sion, in advance will be $20, Collingsworth, along with their four chil - www.thecollingsworthfamily.com. technologically savvy and enjoy some the Epic Motion Picture. and $25 at the door. The VIP dren, bring a sense of family celebration good, alternative music, this would be one The artists are currently package will be $45, and in - cludes early entry (5:30pm), ind us on way to go without spending too much. on tour with Casting facebook.com/metro voice news The newest movie about the life of Crowns. Speaking of VIP lanyard, Meet & Greet, acebook Jesus, “Son of God,” has a trailer showcas - which, For King and Country and Casting Up Front Seating, autograph session, and BOOK continued from page 18      
 
         
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by D.C. Jeanes music and his family. “I grew up singing with my family. I David Phelps is a man many have come learned singing was a way to express my to know as the current tenor for the faith,” Phelps said, “we travelled around a Gaither Vocal Band, and for good reason. lot.” Phelps has a vocal range not common, in - Now, he says, the tradition continues. cluding an ability “My daughters sing with me [on tour],” to maintain a tes - noting that there is a recording of his then- situra (Italian for 14 year-old daughter singing ‘Agnes Dei’ "texture") for on Youtube. long periods of My cousin is our manager; my sister time. He also has [Kari Lee] plays trumpet with us.” David’s a recognizably other sister, Sherri Deinise Phelps Proctor, beautiful timbre also sang with him over a fifteen year pe - that blends nicely with the other gentle - riod, before losing her battle with cancer men singing with the Gaither Vocal Band. rently on tour, supporting his Classics almost two years ago. Phelps also has had a career highlight - album released a few years ago. The Clas - “My family was pretty eclectic in their ing his solo work. Hoping to get working sics tour will be coming to Kansas City in music,” he continued, noting that, along on his eleventh solo album this year, not March and Metro Voice got a chance to with gospel and hymns, the family would including live recordings, Phelps is cur - chat with David Phelps about the tour, his often listen to such bands as Journey and Queen while travelling. Phelps mentions they enjoyed a variety of musical styles, but also appreciated the creativity and va - riety that could often come from one artist or band. “My son says ‘I don’t like country See DAVID PHELPS page 21 SOCIAL MEDIA continued from page 10 The problem is, because we speak from behind the thin veil of a screen, we disconnect a person's words from the context of their life. We pounce without understanding the heart, the motives, or the real life story of the one whom we are casti - gating. And when everyone voices an opinion about everything that is major news, the world sometimes sees the worst side of who we are. It is by our oneness that the world will know we are followers of Jesus, but social media can fuel division and put it on display. Social media can distract us from what matters even more. What mat - ters more than our presence in the digital space? Our physical, mental, and emotional presence with those whom we love. Social media will di - rect our attention to conversations happening elsewhere and distract us from the conversations happening right around us. How many times do we see tables For information call: full of family members, each in their own world with a smartphone? And www.impactworldtour.com 816-868-5968 how often do we "just check Face - book for a second" while our kids are playing a dozen feet from us? 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Metro Voice ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 21 DAVID PHELPS between singing with the Gaithers and -‘The Lord’s Prayer,’ ‘What a wonderful pretty great ride.” more information working on his solo work, he says that Bill World,’ as well as some operatic classics, As much as a “great ride,” however, i continued from page 20 is in charge of what the Vocal Band does, and a few I’ve written that have lasted.” Phelps says he doesn’t get much time to To purchase tickets to the music,’ so I’ve been trying to introduce and he’s perfectly happy to follow Bill’s The tour, likewise, will be a celebration of enjoy the cities he visits on tour. March 7 performance, and to him to some different music; he’s a big lead. As for his solo work, “my music all of the grand opportunities that he has “We usually drive in, sleep, rehearse, find out about David’s Queen fan right might tend to go in a enjoyed with his musical talent. “I’ve per - perform, and move on…” upcoming shows, please visit now.” more modern direc - formed at the Sydney Opera House and Here’s to hoping KC can give him a “I grew up singing with www.davidphelps.com As for his time tion. There’s a lot of performed in the White House; it’s been a memorable welcome! with the Gaithers my family. I learned joy in it!” through the years? Phelps latest en - “It’s been a singing was a way to deavor, The Classic dream to work with tour and album, has Bill and Gloria. 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In fact Metro Voice readers might response to the publicity, he had want to notice. Metro Voice ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––metrovoicenews.com I facebook.com/metrovoicenews ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––March 2014 • 23 CULTURE STORM still has a "very high respect for the historical Judeo- "As a local pastor, my goal is to keep encouraging my Christian ethic." church to seek to raise the bar and not lower it when continued from page 1 "Every one of my son's community college football it comes to confronting culture. "Stetzer said he hopes And the targets have been exclusively Christians. games around the state last season began with a prayer the survey will spark a "fruitful national conversation The military labeled evangelical Christians and on the loud speaker – in Jesus' name," he told me. about religious liberty concerns." Catholics as religious extremists. Christian organiza - "Will that eventually be challenged? I suspect so at "The perception was that the culture war was once tions like Family Research Council and American some point." a winnable war," Stetzer said. "But it's switched from Family Association were labeled by the military as do - But right now he said, "pockets of religious bold - an offensive battle to a defensive battle." mestic hate groups. Bibles were briefly banned from ness still exist. "Phillips said national trends, though, Pastor Jeffress urged Christians to stand their Walter Reed Medical Center. are disturbing. ground. The Internal Revenue Service targeted Christian "Christians have slowly given ministries engaged in pro-life activities. The govern - away their impact on culture by ment demanded to know the content of one group's becoming more and worldlier prayers. A Wyoming church was ordered by govern - instead of confronting the cul - ment officials to turn over their membership roles. A ture to become more and more Baptist newspaper in North Carolina was audited as godly," he said. was America's evangelist, Billy Graham. So who is to blame for the The list of attacks on Christians goes on and on – loss? Phillips blames Christians. from students ordered to stop praying in front of the "Sadly, Christians have often Supreme Court to chaplains being told he could no wimped out and grown silent longer pray in the name of Jesus. instead of being bolder for the In recent months, the battleground has pitted gay Gospel," he said. "Christians get rights groups against Christian-owned businesses "The primary reason Christians are losing the cul - subdued into thinking they're who cater to the wedding industry. Christian bakers, ture wars is that pastors are AWOL when it comes to not supposed to rise up." florists and photographers have been hauled into informing and energizing their congregations," Jef - Jeffress agreed with that as - court and brought up on state discrimination charges fress told me. sessment and said the church for declining to participate in same-sex weddings. Unless Christians stand up and engage the political must involve itself in the political process. "We ought to do everything we can to push back And in every single instance – lower courts have process, Jeffress said he fears there may come a day "There are 50 to 80 million evangelicals in Amer - against this encroachment on religious liberty and ruled that gay rights trump religious rights. when religious liberty is extremely curtailed. ica," he said. "Only half are registered to vote and only protect our right to spread the Gospel," he said. So perhaps it should not be a surprise that 70 per - "A religious leader once said, half of those voted in the last Billy Graham was never afraid to confront culture cent of pastors and 54 percent of Americans believe 'my successor will see the tax ex - “Half of Americans say election." Jeffress said it's im - with truth but I'm reminded of a quote by President religious liberty is on the decline. Scott McConnell, empt status removed from perative for people of faith to Ronald Reagan. vice president of LifeWay Research, said the concern churches and his successor will that religious liberty is on engage the culture. "Every time "If we ever forget that we are one nation under is widespread. go to jail," Jeffress said. "That is we go to the voting booth we God, then we will be a nation gone under," Reagan "Half of Americans say that religious liberty is on probably on the horizon." the decline...” are casting a vote for righteous - once said. the decline," he said. But there are some pockets of SCOTT M CCONNELL ness or unrighteousness," he A few years ago, A New York public school teacher "That's a lot of people." resistance – like the town of said. was ordered to remove that quote from her classroom Robert Jeffress, the pastor of First Baptist Church Greenwood in the Mississippi Delta. Pastor Phillips also urged his fellow pastors to step wall. She was told that it violated the U.S. Constitu - of Dallas, Texas, conceded that Christians are losing Jim Phillips is the senior pastor of North Green - up to the plate. tion. the culture war and they are losing ground every day. wood Baptist Church. He told me that Greenwood "My calling is to keep leading the charge," he said. I'm afraid we may be “gone under.”

on witness testimony. That might not be such a owner’s manual. your politics, beliefs, health, relationships and PHONE PRIVACY side note bad thing – if you’re in the right. 2. Your favorite stores: Whenever you more. Scary stuff. continued from page 1 n Who is keeping tabs? Of course, the big worry is that the black swipe a loyalty card such as at Price Chopper or Target isn’t the only store doing this, of ABC7. "What are they going to do with box might eventually go beyond that. Paired Hy-Vee, enter your phone number or use the course. Any business loves to have an inside that data? Are they going to keep it for - With public concern over the NSA and its ex - with a GPS, a black box could easily record your same credit card at a store, your purchases go edge on its customers so it can time promo - ever? Are they going to aggregate it? Are tensive spying programs on foreign nationals entire driving history. In many countries around into a database profile. Based on what you buy, tions for the most impact. they going to sell it to 'affiliates?' We just AND ordinary Americans like you and me, it’s the world, such as Jordan, other Middle Eastern stores know way more about you than you Of course, imagine if the government got don't know. That's what's so troubling to important to remember that it doesn’t have a countries and some autocratic regimes in think. hold of that information (assuming it hasn’t al - me." monopoly on tracking what you do. Other or - southeast Asia, government us phones and Back in 2012, the New York Times Magazine ready) or your health-insurance provider. Even John Fu, Euclid’s director of marketing, ganizations and technology keep tabs on you as black boxes to track the movements of law- reported a shocking story. A father was worse, what about identity thieves and scam - told Texas-based news outlet CBS DFW well. abiding citizens. shocked while shopping in a Target with his mers? Think what they could do with invaluable that the company's client list includes a I’m not just talking about online advertisers. Insurance companies might eventually use daughter when the store sent his 16-year-old information into your habits. wide variety of establishments, from In fact, you might be surprised at some of the the data to set your premiums. Some states, daughter coupons for baby supplies. What was Given the major data breaches happening "mom & pop stores and coffee shops to things spying on you. such as California, are already talking about in - Target doing sending pregnancy promotions to lately, with Target coincidentally having the large department stores." 1. Your car: You may or may not have cluding GPS to tax drivers based on how many a minor? worst data breach in retail history, it isn’t a It’s called Mobile Location Analytics, heard that beginning September 1, 2014, every miles they drive. What happens if hackers get Well, it turns out the daughter really was stretch to think this information might get out and it uses Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and your new car is required to have a black box in - hold of the data? pregnant. Target had a team that, crunching as well. gadget’s unique MAC address (name un - stalled. This will record information about your “Well,” you might say, “I’m not going to buy data from millions of consumers, were eerily And, aside from using fake information – related to Apple Mac) to know your loca - speed, direction, braking, whether you’re wear - a car made after 2013.” I have some bad news accurate at such predictions. Target can tell which some people do – and paying cash, or ton. That way, for example, an airport ing a seat belt and everything else going on in for you. Around 96 percent of new cars already how far along a pregnancy is and estimate a shopping at the farmer’s market, there isn’t knows how much time you spent in cer - the seconds surrounding a crash. include a black box. In fact, they’ve been in use fairly accurate due date based on what a per - anything you can do about it. tain shops, waiting in security or at the Investigators will know exactly what hap - by some manufacturers since the early ’90s. If son buys. Welcome to George Orwell’s world! baggage claim. A store knows when you pened rather than trying to figure it out based your car has one, it will say somewhere in the Imagine what else they can figure out about move from one department to another or linger in front of a certain product. Then traffic analysis. They could tie your gadget be tough. Fortunately, there’s another op - APPLE: For Apple gadgets, go to Set - less LAN>>Advanced. Look in the MAC there’s the possibility that, in the future, to a loyalty card during checkout – you tion. tings>>General>>About and look under field. Wi-Fi needs to be on for this to work. they would use this information when you won’t believe what your purchases can tell The Future of Privacy Forum has set up Wi-Fi Address and Bluetooth. If you don’t For Bluetooth, go to return to the store based on your MAC them about you. a site called Smart Store Privacy. Visit it at see an address, you should turn on Wi-Fi Start>>Settings>>Connections>>Blue - address. If law enforcement was doing an inves - www.smartstoreprivacy.org. You can put and Bluetooth and then check again. tooth>>Accessibility and look under Ad - Now, an important thing to note is that tigation and got your gadget, they could in your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth MAC ad - ANDROID: For Android gadgets, dress. Bluetooth needs to be on for the MLA doesn’t include any other informa - technically subpoena records for the gad - dresses and it will tell participating track - every phone manufacturer has things set address to show up. tion about you. So, it doesn’t know your get’s MAC address and learn your move - ing companies that you don’t want to be up a little differently. First, make sure Wi- BLACKBERRY: For Wi-Fi, go to name, email or phone number. At this ments. Or if the MAC address records tracked. Right now, there are 11 compa - Fi and Bluetooth are turned on. Then go Setup>>Options>>Device>>Device and point, advertisers and stores can’t match were lost in a data breach, I’m sure hackers nies signed on. to Settings>>About Phone or Set - Status Information, and look under the your gadget’s MAC address to your face could find some use for them. Finding your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth tings>>About Tablet. WLAN MAC heading. and name. So, what can you do? Well, the simplest MAC addresses is a little tricky depending It might be under Hardware Informa - On Blackberry gadgets running OS 5 or However, I can think of a few ways they way to stop it is to turn off your Wi-Fi or on your gadget. Here are some general in - tion or Status. If you can’t find it check earlier, go to Options>>Status and look could do so in the future. They might use Bluetooth when you’re out and about. structions. your gadget’s manual for the precise loca - under WLAN MAC. For Bluetooth, go to facial recognition with security camera Of course, if you’re using a Bluetooth Note: You’re looking for a 12-digit tion. Connections>>Bluetooth>>Properties to footage – they’re already using cameras for headset or you’re trying to conserve your number like 91:17:7B:82:C2:A5 or 91-17- WINDOWS PHONE: For Wi-Fi, go to find the MAC address. cellular data plan by using Wi-Fi, that will 7B-82-C2-A5. It should be clearly labeled. 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MAGINE a stage performance so profound, “Exquisitely beautiful. An extraordinary “Mind blowing! I probably have reviewed so inspiring, it touches your soul. Let Shen experience for us and the children. e level of skill, but also the power of the archetypes over three to four thousand shows, which still Yun take you on a journey through 5,000 cannot compare to what I saw tonight!” I and the narratives were startling.” —Richard Connema, renowned Broadway critic years of divinely inspired culture. Legends, —Cate Blanchett, Academy Award-winning actress myths, and heroes spring to life through “Mesmerizing! It was like taking a journey “Demonstrating the highest realm in arts. classical Chinese dance. Ethnic and folk to China…Singers, dancers and musicians Shen Yun inspires the performing arts circles.” dances fi ll the stage with color and energy. The reclaiming the divinely inspired cultural —Chi Cao, lead actor in Mao’s Last Dancer leaps and fl ips of Shen Yun’s aerial masters, heritage of China.” principal dancer with Birmingham Royal Ballet thunderous battle drums, and singers’ soaring —Donna Karan, creator of DKNY voices are all set to animated backdrops that “Really out of this world! ere is no transport you to another world. “‘ e Beauty of Divine Beings Dancing’ or word to describe it… If I had to describe it, Shen Yun is without a doubt the most aptly the words might be ‘divine,’ ‘reborn’ and Experience the extraordinary. named production ever to grace a stage ‘hope’… You have to see it to believe it.” Experience Shen Yun. anywhere on earth or in the heavens.” —Christine Walevska, cello virtuoso —Mark Horning, Examiner’s theater connoisseur

MARCH 28-30 (Fri-Sun) KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Kau manCenter.org 816-994-7222 | 913-735-0513 NOT MADE IN CHINA: Shen Yun cannot be seen in today’s China, where traditional Chinese culture has been mostly destroyed under communist rule. Based in New York, Shen Yun is a nonprofi t organi- zation dedicated to reviving authentic Chinese culture.

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