MCJ 2021 KC Family Reunion

Jul 25, 2021
3 min read

Hello family. Although we're on the final approach toward landing MCJ 2021 KC in September, we're experiencing what I would call a bit of air turbulence in the form of recent upticks in the rate of new coronavirus cases. Do not worry! There's a reason for the recent surge in new cases, primarily it's the Delta variant of the virus and it's due to significant swaths of the population refusing to get vaccinated.

So, what can we do as a family to guard against this threat? Make sure that you and your family get vaccinated! Yes, we strongly recommend all family members receive the COVID 19 vaccination. In order to help you make an informed judgement about receiving the vaccination, we are including some factual information straight from the Centers for Disease Control, the foremost medical authority on the subject.

What You Need to Know

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19 disease, especially severe illness and death.
COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of people spreading the virus that causes COVID-19.
You may have side effects after vaccination. These are normal and should go away in a few days.
It typically takes 2 weeks after vaccination for the body to build protection (immunity) against the virus that causes COVID-19. You are not fully vaccinated until 2 weeks after the second dose of a 2-dose vaccine or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine.
Learn how to find a COVID-19 vaccine so you can get it as soon as you can.
After you are fully vaccinated, you can resume activities that you did before the pandemic. Learn more about what you can do when you have been fully vaccinated.

Moving on to MCJ 2021 KC planning, the excitement is building toward a superb and fun filled event. We're anticipating every detail and we're pleased to announce that we'll have transportation assistance in place for those who are flying in to KC without renting a car to get around. If you need transportation assistance during you're stay in KC, please drop me an email or text with the details of when and where you need the assistance (see contact info below).

MCJ Scholarship - We plan to give our usual awards to encourage our youth academically. Although we're off to a late start, we'll be playing catch-up to make it happen at the reunion so please be prepared with those report cards. Just bring a copy of the official report cards and/or transcript to the reunion, regular procedures will apply.

Family Reunion Dues - Just use one of the easy, convenient ways to pay. They are:

Cash app $Familyman123

Paypal ecollinsemg@gmail.com

Check or money order - Ernest Collins 3891 E. 61st street KCMO 64130

2021 MCJ Dues

Adults: $75.00

Seniors: $60.00 (age 60 or up)

College: $60.00

Children:13-17 $50.00

6-12 $30.00

0-5 FREE

Hotel Info as follows:

Below, is the complete process to book Suites under the Metcalf-Collins-Johnson Family Reunion Block. Family can call Reservations 24 hours daily, at 1-800-445-8667 to book a reservation. Guest must provide the Group Name “Metcalf-Collins-Johnson Family Reunion” or Group Code “MET” to receive the Group Rate.

Your web page address is: https://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personalized/M/MKCWEES-MET-20210903/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG

Also, Family can book reservations online using the Booking Link. You must use the entire link for the Webpage to display properly. You can forward or copy/paste the link to your website. Family needing extra assistance can contact Charles, our Embassy Suites sales manager directly at 816-204-3732.

Reunion Tee Shirts - Log on to www.alphaomegacontracting.biz to order and be assured of receiving your preferred style, fabric and size.

We'd like to share some of the planned activities for the reunion although we're continuing to refine those plans with an eye toward making your stay in KC as enjoyable as possible. You may have heard we're going to kick things off this year with a special Thursday night opening party at the Collins Compound. This event just might become a tradition at our reunions, at least for any future reunion hosts that want to compete for the title! Next, we have the Welcome to KC Meet &Greet on Friday evening at 6:00 p.m. at the hotel. The annual MCJ Family Business Meeting will be Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. followed by the KC Masterpiece Picnic at 1:00 in Swope Park at the Bandstand, just off 63rd & Jackson. Saturday night we’ll have a range of suggested activities including chilling at the hotel for the less adventurous. Sunday morning we’ll worship together for those that choose to followed at 1:00 p.m. by our annual MCJ Banquet with all the related activities. The banquet will be held at the Fireman's Hall at 63rd & Manchester.