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First Federated Church Sunday, April 20, 20081

AlphaBegins Monday, April 21

Backdoor

6:008:30PM

4801 FRANKLIN AVENUE DES MOINES, IOWA 50310 515.255.2122 WWW.FIRSTFEDERATED.ORG

WelcomeGuests!

Please see page two

for important information

about todays service and

how to get the most out of

your visit with us.

Volume 9 Number 48

Mark Jobe, pastor at New Life Church in

Chicago, Illinois, is the keynote speaker for

our missions conference. Mark spent the first

half of his life in South America and Spain as

his parents were among the first missionaries

in those areas. There he developed a heart for

the nations and became fluent in the Spanish

language.

Mark has been the pastor at New Life Com-

munity Church since 1986 and has seen his church grow from

just a handful of believers to over two thousand, meeting in eight

different locations. The church supports numerous programs andministries in Chicago. Mark loves helping to change the spiritual

landscape of the entire city.

Mark is the author of many periodical and magazine arti-

cles and is a frequent speaker. He and his wife Dee have three

children. His passion is to see a genuine spiritual awakening

and he feels privileged to be able to help people find God and

grow in their knowledge of him. Were sure hell ignite your

passion for missions!

Conference ScheduleSunday, May 4

9:0010:15 Presentation by local & international ministries

All adult classes meet in the auditorium

10:1510:40 Refreshments & mission displays in foyer

10:4512:00 Worship

Mark Jobe, New Life Community Church, Chicago, Ill.

MondayFriday

Mission presentations in schools and in FFC small group gatherings.

Wednesday, May 7

5:006:30 Mission carnival-games, displays, food and fun.

6:307:30 Mission presentations for children, youth and adults.

Saturday, May 10

TBD Work projects and small group gatherings

May 4-10

Catching a Childs HeartBy Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries

Jesus said that the kingdom of God is ideally

suited for the pure and simple hearts of chil-

dren (Mark 10:14). Focusing on the faith of

children is critical. Christian researcher

George Barna points out that nearly half

of all Americans who accept Jesus

Christ as their savior do so before

reaching the age of 13. The challenge

is to engage children in a positive

way that opens them to the truth

and love of Jesus.

We have a wonderful opportu-

nity to do this and we need your

help to catch a childs heart. You can do this by assisting with

the Oakridge Neighborhood Fishing is Fun outreach on Saturday

May 31, 9:00AMnoon. In this first Takin it to the Streets event

we will be taking children from the Oakridge Neighborhood

fishing at Water Works Park.

This is an ideal way to show the children of Oakridge (60%

of the 890 Section 8 Housing residents here are children) the love

of Jesus through an activity He used to catch people for Godseternal kingdom. You can help kids experience the fun of fishing.

In the process you will have an opportunity to share what Jesus

means to you through both your words and actions. This is what

Takin it to the Streets is all about!

To participate, a fishing license and a church background

check are required. To make all of this happen so you can take

part in this great ministry event, you can check the box on the

Care & Communication Card, sign up at the table in the foyer,

or call Sherri Stufflebeem in the Childrens Ministry Office at

255.2122.

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WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!

Have Questions?If you have any questions, simply ask someone wearing a

name tag with Here to Help on it or visit the Welcome Center

in the auditorium Foyer.

Guest ReceptionIf you are visiting with us for the first time or have just

recently started attending First Federated Church, we cordially

invite you to a reception in the Foyer immediately following the

service. We would love to have the opportunity to meet you, get

to know you better, and answer any questions you may have.

Fill Out the Care & Communication CardIf you have never completed a Care and Communication Card,

please take a moment to do so. This allows us, as a church family,

to better know your needs and how we can serve you. The Care

and Communication Card is located inside this newspaper. Just fill

out the card completely and leave at the end of your pew, give to an

usher, or hand it in at the Visitors Table located in the foyer.

Thank you for taking the time to visit First Federated Church.

If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, weinvite you to join our church family.

If You Have Children Visit the ChildrensMinistry Registration Station

Trust your children to the care of our dedicated, loving

Childrens Ministry staff. Our childrens programs provide qual-

ity care and learning for kids of all ages.

If your child has not already been enrolled in our Childrens

Ministry, a quick visit to the Childrens Ministry Registration

Station will provide you with temporary security tags and give us

the information we need to effectively minister to your child.

Infants & Preschool ChildrenChildcare and teaching are available during the 9:00 hour and 10:30 worship service

in the Nursery and Preschool Departments.

Kindergarten4th GradeDuring the 9:00 hour, K4th graders meet in graded classroom groups for Bible

learning and fun.

K2nd graders attend the rst par t of the 10:30 worship service with their families

and then are dismissed through the large black doors at the front of the auditorium

to attend their own age-appropriate childrens church, called KZ Church. Parents, we

encourage you to go with your children the rst time they visit KZ Church.

3rd & 4th graders attend the worship service to listen and learn with their families.

Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:00 for a time of Xtremelearning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their f amilies for

the 10:30 worship service.

Youth (Grade 712) & AdultsGroups for ADULTS and activities for YOUTH begin at 9:00AM. Stop by

the Welcome Center to nd out about each of the groups and how to get there.

Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!

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Parish Nurse NotesMarabel Kersey RN, Parish Nurse team leader

Hopefully the winter blahs are gone and spring

has come! The Harvard Medical School reminds us

that we eat more and exercise less when we experi-

ence the blahs. (Did we need them to tell us that?!)

If you have experienced this, here is an exercise

program they recommend:

IntensityLength and Frequency ofWeekly exercise sessions

Average CaloriesConsumed

Minimum (for those

just getting started)

Four 30-minute sessions

(moderate intensity)

600840

Current

Recommendations

Five to seven 30-minute sessions


7501,470

Optimal Five 60-minute sessions


1,5002,100

Exercise benefits not only your body, but your mind as well.

Aerobic exercise even prompts the release of mood-lifting hor-

mones, which relieve stress and promote a sense of well-being.(Harvard Health Report.) www.health.harvard.edu/reports

Parish Nurse AvailabilityWith the addition of the traditional service,

we have also changed our times to be available to

minister to the congregation. The Parish Nurse

and/or nurse team member is available in room

1117 (west hallway) at the following times:

Sunday 8AM12PM (in building, but worshiping)10:30AM12:00PM (health counseling and BP checks)

Tuesday 9AM2PM

Wednesday 1PM5PM

Thursday 1PM5PM

NOTESSunday, April 20, 2008 | Pastor Mike RoseLiving Here in Light of ThereMaintaining Spiritual FaithfulnessJames 4:4 Matt. 6:21

Sunday Mornings8:00-9:00AMTraditional Service

9:1510:30AMGroups for All Ages

10:45AM12:00PMBlended Service

Starting This Summer

9:15-10:30AMContemporary Service

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Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)Once youve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships

are a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith.

We have a variety of opportunities available that include:

Sundays | 9:1510:30AMThe HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244STUDY: Dont Waste Your Life: Learn to live your life for Christ

Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 12241226STUDY: Life is a Highway: Develop tools for your spiritual journey

Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 12501251STUDY: Way of the Master: Learn how to impact the eternity of others

Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 12401241STUDY: Revelation: The Apocalypse--book of blessing & cursing

Koinonia (born in the 1940s) | Room 12521253STUDY: Names of God: Grow closer to God by understanding His names

Ezra (born in the 1940s) | Room 1118Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 12441247STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances

Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105

Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 12541255STUDY: One anothers

W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116STUDY: II Chronicles & Daniel: Develop Solomons wisdom and Daniels faith

Women (all ages) | Room 208

Men (all ages) | Room 210STUDY: Old Testament characters

Worship Team | Room 1125

STUDY: James: Endurance through trials develops a mature faithPrayer (all ages) | Room 100

Ecclesiastes | Room 12381239 | Biblically MeasuredSTUDY: Learn about life and faith from the wisest man who ever lived.

Essentials of Discipline (Parents) | Room 209 | Family FocusedSTUDY: James Dobson helps you develop a proper structure for parenting.

Good Sense | Room 211 | Financially FaithfulSTUDY:Get a handle on managing the nancial resources God has trusted to your care.

Foundations | Room 108 | Passionately CommittedSTUDY: Introduction to the practices impor tant to growing more PassionatelyCommittedto Jesus.

The HUB (1830 years old)Sundays at 9AMCome up to the HUB forworship, food and fellowship and stay forCurt leading us in a study of I dont wantto waste my life.Sunday at 6PMIts back! Ultimate Frisbee on the east lawn.Mondays at 6:30PMLadies Bible studyWednesdays at 7:00PM

Mens Bible studyThursday at 6:15PMBand practiceopen to anyone who wants tosing or play!

ADULT GROUPS

HU

theHOMEfactor:...he lives with you and will be in you. John 14:17

What Every Child Needs

Sunday Mornings | 9:15AMGroups for All AgesSee box this page or the Adult Sundaybrochure forcomplete listing.

Wednesday NightsMoms Prayer GroupWednesday Evenings | 5:306:15PMRoom 131 (Library)

Concerts of PrayerWednesday Evenings | 6:308:00PM | Room 1116

Falling in Love with JesusWednesdays | 6:308:00PM | Room 125253 | Workbook $10

This interactive group study, written by Dee Brestin and

Christian contemporary music artist, Kathy Troccoli, will help

women discover a life-changing intimacy with Jesus. No matter

your age or marital status, you are an object of Gods affection.

The secret to an abundant life lies not in ten steps, but in develop-

ing a deep love relationship with Jesus and abandoning yourself

to the greatest romance of your life!

Mothers of PreschoolersNext meeting Tuesday, April 22

9:0011:15AM | Fellowship HallInterested in serving mothers with young children?Positions opening for next year!Contact coordinators Jayme Witzenburg 515-957-9326 or Jenni Whitaker 515-981-5383 fordetails.

Single Women and WidowsThe Women Alone Serving, would like to invite all of you

to a very special meeting on April 24 at 11:00AM in the chapelat Illahee Hills, 8308 Colby Parkway. Our speaker will be our

new pastor, Curt De Graaff. There will be a question and answer

period following his presentation. It will be a wonderful opportu-

nity to get acquainted.

Lunch will be served in the dining room at 12:30PM and the

cost is only $5. If you would like to attend, please call Sybil at

244.4316 or Donna at 244.6666 by Tuesday evening April 22.

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Takin It Back to the Streets

Goin FishinSaturday, May 31 | 9AM-noon

Join us for a morning of fishing with

kids from Oakridge. We need lots of

men (and women) who like to fish and

are willing to use their knowledge to

teach and reach children. Come fish

as Jesus didfor fish and people.

Contact Darr in Niday at 237.8268

or [email protected].

In addition, helpers are still

needed for the regular Saturday

morning ministries at Oakridge.

Contact Sherri Stufflebeem at 255.2122 for more information.

MotorfestEight weeks. . .thats right, in only

eight weeks, we will be hosting

one of our biggest activities of

the year! Our Special Events

planning team has been

meeting and planning

and now its time to

get YOU on board!

It takes MANY

volunteers to make

this day happen.

Sign up NOW on the

Care and Communication card

and we will contact you!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

WEEKLY NEWSPAPER

Regular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noonWe prefer that items be submitted electronically!E-Mail: [email protected]

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the church sta. FFC reserves the right to edit submissions

for length.

Disclaimer:First Federated Church does not claim to own any copyright privileges on items

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quoted in good faith and believed to be free for circulation or public domain.

Spring All-Church Clean-UpWe Need You & Your Family! Saturday, April 26 | 8:00AMNoon

Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities ManagerThats right. We need you, your family and your tools to help

with the Spring All-Church Clean-Up. Well be hard at work

on Saturday, April 26 from 8:00AM until noon. There are many

projects that need to be accomplished to have our large facilities

and nine acres of grounds ready for the summer season. Projectswill include raking, trimming, edging, filter changing, washing,

sweeping, cleaning, hauling, moving, etc. We have a multitude of

outdoor and indoor projects to keep the entire family busy.

We also need some tools and equipment to help make the

day a success. If you own any of the following, PLEASE bring

them with you:

Hedge Trimmers (gas & electric) Weed-Eaters (gas)Sidewalk Edgers (gas) Leaf Blowers (gas)

Leaf Vacuums (gas) Shredders (gas)Chain Saws Step Ladders (6 & 8)Rakes (leaf) Shovels

Push Brooms Buckets

Generators Extension CordsPick-Up Trucks (for hauling of tools and yard debris)

Open Top Trailers (for hauling of yard debris)

Dont forget to mark this date on your family calendar! Please

contact Fred Ingebritson, [email protected],

Building Maintenance Supervisor, or Gary Jaehnel,

[email protected], with any questions.

NOTE: In the event of rain, the Clean-Up will be rescheduled

for Saturday, May 3.

Do You Like to Spend Time in the Yard?By Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities Manger

Would you be willing to help maintain our grounds? We havenine acres surrounding our facility that require ongoing land-

scaping maintenance during the growing season. We are looking

for people who would be willing to spend one Saturday morning

per month as part of our mowing teams.

A typical Saturday morning would include:

Tractor mowing the large yard areas.

Push mowing the inner courtyards and parking islands.

Collecting litter and debris.

Trimming and edging around the sidewalks and curbs.

Blowing and sweeping sidewalks and entry areas.

Miscellaneous landscaping maintenance.If youre willing to serve in this area of our ministry, please

check the Willing to Serve on a Mowing Team box on your

Care & Communication Card or call the church office to let us

know. Well contact you soon about your availability and any

preferences you may have.

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The contents of this page have been removed to protect theprivacy of those in our congregation.

Printed copies of this page can be obtained at the church.

Items found on this page include:Pray for Those Who Grieve

Happy Birthday!

(Birthdays are listed for Federated members & missionaries)

Pray for those with Physical Needs(In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &Regular Attenders)

Pray for Those Who Serve our Church

PRAY FORONE

ANOTHER

Our EncouragementDraw near to God and

He will draw near to you...

James 4:8

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Kurt & Kathy RitzMission Board: Campus

Crusade for Christ

Location: Pearland, Texas

What do they do? Kurt and

Kathy are involved inevangelism, discipleship,

leading students and min-

istry at Rice University in

Houston. Students there are highly intellectual as almost half

were either the valedictorian or salutatorian on their senior

class in high school. Kurt seeks to engage their intellect in

the areas of apologetics and in-depth Bible study. Kathy is

the daughter of Daryl and Darlene Adams.

Prayer Requests:

For their end of the year leaders retreat at the end of April.

Planning for next fall, seeking to impart vision and direction

to their student leaders. That they would finish the semester well.

For reaching out to those at Rice with the power of the

Gospel.

For Kathy as Mom to their children: Abagail, Joshua and

Jason.

Vic & GwenClosed Country

What do they do? Having ministered with another mission since

1979, Vic and Gwen now provide biblical training for Chris-

tians serving across cultures. They serve multiple agencies

and organizations through workshop coordination, coachingand mentoring. They focus on working with emerging Asian

organizations and facilitators as well as supporting estab-

lished North American partner organizations working in the

region.

Prayer Requests:

For Vic and Gwen as they lead workshops for missionaries

serving in the region.

For mission leaders as they seek to incorporate the ministry

therefor finances needed for the process.

For preparation of workshops using translated materi-

alsthat they would be organized appropriately.

For Vic as he presents courses on life coaching--a twice per

week tele-class--for no technical glitches.

For Gods leading and protection.

Gwens on-line Moody classes.

MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus ChristPat AmsdenMission Board: Camp Appanoose

Location: Plano, Iowa

What does he do? Pat serves as

Executive Director of Camp

Appanoose, overseeing andplanning camp programs with

the goal of introducing young

people to Jesus Christ and challenging them for productive

service. Located near Lake Rathbun in rural Plano, the camp

is both seasonal and year-around. The summer of 07 was

the first year for campers to enjoy the spacious facilities of

an indoor gym/play area, new kitchen and cafeteria, rest-

room and shower facilities.

Prayer requests:

For effective summer ministry to kids, for safety and out-

standing camp programs.

For staff, summer college-age staff and volunteers. For finances.

For restored health for friends of the ministry facing physical

challenges.

For cooks (3 per week); counselors (6 guys & 6 girls) with

strong Christian testimonies to fulfill summer-long positions.

Funds2/3 of the cost of camp is raised through donations.

Tony & Tsering MalikMission Board:

Global Outreach Mission

Location: Uttaranchal, India

What do they do? Maliks goal is

evangelism and church planting

focused among the Tibetan Bud-

dhist peoples in India, Nepal, and

the Central Asian region. They

manage a guesthouse facility in

their home, sponsor Tibetan refugee children, serve with

an international networking organization, send and support

church-planting missionaries to Nepal. Tsering serves at

Woodstock (Christian missionary) School.

Prayer Requests:

For their time with Tserings adoptive dad, family, and friend

visiting May 10 to June 9.

Planning and preparation for their June 12-July 14 visit to

Canada.

For work responsibilities, preparing for audit, etc., readying

their books for the upcoming year.

Tonys mom, age 81, suffers from manic-depression with

mood swings ranging from sullenness to fits of rage. His

dad, age 81, is a wonderful caregiver. They live on their own

with a housekeeper in Delhithe situation is of big concern.

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HangtimesApr. 20Ultimate Frisbee NightApr. 27Small Group NightTBAMay 4SMT MeetingMay 11No HangTime, Hang with your momsMay 18Paul/Timothy Scavenger HuntMay 25Beach Volleyball

In AprilDODGEBALL!!! Mondays | 7-8:30PM | FFC West Gym

Weekly match-ups! Come join us! Our group keeps getting

bigger!

Day Of Silence Is Friday | April 23 | 6-8PMThis Wednesday night learn how to witness to your gay and

lesbian friends or even those who support this as an acceptablelifestyle. We have guest speakers from Exodus International

coming to share with us.

Casting Crowns concert | Ames | April 24 | Tickets: $20Meet at the church at 4PMand we will dr ive to Ames for the

concert.

JHOpen Backdoor Night | April 27 | 6-8PMDuring Small Group nightthe Junior High will have a

chance to raid the Backdoor! Nows your chance to play pool, air

hockey, foosball, Wii, plus some video game surprises, food and

much more!

7th12th Grades

In MayFear Factor | May 7 | 6:30-8PM

Join us for a fun night with Fear Factor challenges, plus its

time for our missions conference so we have David Pierces son,

Aaron, to share with us that night.

Are You Smarter Than A 7th/9th Grader? | May 25The junior high and senior high will compete during Sunday

school in this parody of the famous game show and see who will

win the challenge: the new 7th graders or the new 9th graders.

This is going to be hilarious.

Wednesday Nights During the SummerIn May- we will have our creative Wednesday night THEME

NIGHTS PLUS: We are going to continue meeting in June

and July the youth leaders will take a break, but Dan, Howie

and Juls will be there to help you continue to worship, encounter

Gods word and have a blast together. This will be a more relaxed

settingperfect to bring your friends!

Ideas For SummerNows your chance to turn in ideas for what youd like to see

the youth group do this summer. Please email all ideas to Howieat [email protected]

Canada Mission Trip SupportDont have a work project to offer? Havent received a support

letter from a teen? If you still feel impressed to give and support

this trip, there are teens that could be helped greatly by both your

prayer and financial support. If you feel led to support a teen in

anyway, contact Howie to learn more about how you can help.

OtherM-FUGE | July 2027

A reminder for all those going to M-fuge. You need to begin

your passport process now (if you havent already). The nextmajor deposit of $175 was due April 15 ($400 total due), so

please be sure that your support letters have gone out by now as

well. Check w/ Howie for work projects, balances and scholar-

ship info this week.

GOT A WORKPROJECT?Put us to work! Those going on the upcoming mission trips

need to raise money. We are looking for work projects

to help earn our support. Our teams will be available on

Saturdays, 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Please contact Michael Howland

at 255.2122. Your support is greatly appreciated.

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KZ ChurchYou may think that a little lie wont hurt, or

that a little sin wont really matter, but it does!

It affects everything. Today in Truthopolis we

talked about Eve and the little lie she believed

and the little sin she committed. The choice Adam and Eve madeforever changed our relationship with God. Your choice to sin can

also do great damage to your life. Oh, be careful, little eyes

ears tongue hands mind. Oh, be careful, little hear t,

whom you trust. A sweet song that has such an important warn-

ing to guard ourselves against sins that might seem harmless!

AWANAOnly 2 weeks remain for

this AWANA club year. You

want to check your calendar

and make sure you have these

dates marked.

April 23rdThis is the week the kids have been waitingfor! All AWANA clubbers and leaders will come for food

and fun beginning at 6:00PM. Remember, you had to RSVP

for the special pizza dinner, but theres lots to do and fun to

have even if you forgot to RSVP for pizza. Dont forget that

special start time.

April 30 at 6:30PMAWANA Awards CeremonyAll

clubbers, leaders, families, friends and guests are invited to

celebrate the achievements of our AWANA kids. Make sure

you dont miss this special night. Even if your kids have been

out of AWANA for longer than you can remember, we would

love to have you celebrate with us and show your support for

our children!

CHILDRENS MINISTRY

New ArrivalsJerry and Jan DeGan are proud

first-time grandparents!

Ava Joy Lo DeGan was born to JR

& Cindy DeGan on March 25th. Ava

Joy, Cindy and JR live in Las Vegas. We are excited to welcome

Ava to our extended Federated family!Another extended Federated welcome goes to Miss Lidia Gal-

lego, new daughter of missionaries Pablo and Rosa Gallego. Lidia

was also welcomed by her big brother, Yoel, who gives her lots of

kisses and hugs!

Shoe Box ReminderWere thinking Operation Christmas Child

all year long! Dont throw out those empty

shoe boxes because youre tired of looking at

them. Bring them to church any time of the

year. (We do prefer sturdy two-piece boxes

from adult-size shoes.) When November rolls around well return

them to you, beautifully wrapped and ready to be filled with giftitems for needy boys and girls around the world.

We Love New Babies!We love to pray for expectant parents and

we love to celebrate the birth of each Federated

baby. If you are expecting a baby, the GEM

(Great Expectations Ministry) ladies are ready

to serve you. Please share your good news and

let us know your due date. You may put a note on your Care and

Communication card or call Mary in the Childrens Ministry at

255.2122. (P.S. Congratulations!)

Children of the WorldWednesday, April 16

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday Night MealApril 23 Grilled Pork Loin on a bun, Tater Tots, Oriental coleslaw,

Dessert

Date With A PurposeSpace is limited forDate with a Purpose events!

Join Gary & Barb Rosberg on May 9.

Visit www.DrGaryandBarb.com for details.

MaySpring Clean-Up Day (Rain Date) .........................................................................3Missions Conference ..........................................................................................410Date with a Purpose (www.DrGaryandBarb.com) .........................................9Mothers Day ..............................................................................................................11Goin Fishin (Oakridge Neighborhood).............................................................................31

JunePromotion Sunday .....................................................................................................1Graduate Recognition ..............................................................................................1Beaverdale Neighborhood Flyer Distribution .................................................4Back Yard Club (TBD)...........................................................................................1012

Fathers Day | Motor Fest (10:00AM

) .........................................................................15Champion Sports Camp (for ages 612) ..........................................................2327

JulyContemporary Service Preview (Sundays in July | 10:45AM)...................6, 13, 20, 27Film & Franks (Tower Park) .............................................................................................9Splash Party (Clive Aquatic Center) ..................................................................................13Arts Camp (for ages 612) ..................................................................................... 1418Oakridge Neighborhood Carnival (Oakridge)..................................................... 26Back Yard Club (TBD).......................................................................................... 2931

AugustContemporary Service Kick-O(Sundays | 9:15AM) ..................................................3Back Yard Club (TBD)........................................................................................... 1113Hillis Elementary Work Day ..................................................................................15Oakridge Back to School (Oakridge Neighborhood) ....................................................17Congregational Meeting | Budget (Chapel | Sunday | 6:00PM)................................ 24

SeptemberKids Against Hunger (Hy-Vee Hall) ......................................................................... 27All Church Picnic (TBD) ................................................................................................7Beaverdale Parade .................................................................................................. 20

OctoberOakridge Coat Give-Away (Oakridge Neighborhood) ...............................11

OTHER NEWS

SympathyOur sympathy is extended to those in our church family who

have lost loved ones recently:

Etta Dorrell and Will Short at the death of their brother,

Melvin Short, on April 13

Gerald Nelson at the death of his wife, Frances, on April 12.

Thank YouThank you for your cards and prayers and words of sympathy

and support, during the time of my sisters death. Your acts of

kindness have been deeply appreciated.

In Christs Love, Gloria Leach

Mens Softball | April 246:15PM First Federated vs. Gloria Dei7:15PM First Federated vs. New Hope

Both games on Field R at Campbell Park in Clive.

May 4-10

Financial ReportAttendance04/13/08 ...................................1,181

General Fund OeringLast Week

Weekly Need ........................$34,889

Oering ................................$37,682

Overage ..................................$2,793

Year to Date: 9/1/07-present

Need ................................. $1,151,337

Oering ...........................$1,101,061

Shortage.............................($50,276)

Budgeted MissionsYear to Date: 9/1/07-present

Need ....................................$172,177

Oering ...............................$181,392

Overage ...................................$9,215

MortgageCurrent Balance ..................$801,896

Next Payment April 25

Deacon of the Month255.2122 ext 139

Our Deacons stand ready to help with the physical needs of the members and

attenders of this fellowship. Should you have a short-term, emergency need, do

not hesitate to call the church o ce and leave a message for the Deacon of the

Month. This ministry is made possible by your gifts to the Deacons Fund.

Calling DeaconessPat Harker | 262.3396

Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in

areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a

listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Pat.

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