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Ministry Note - February 26, 2020

2/26/2020

 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday We'll hear the first message in "The Barbarian Way" series. This 4-week series begins with the theme "the meaning of 'Church.'" Our message is rooted in Revelation 2:1–5.

Last Sunday You can watch the prayer and praise service here. Here's a link to the bulletin and sermon notes. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 

Ash Wednesday We'll gather for an Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 pm at our new building.  
Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. Join us every Tuesday at our new building as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253
Podcasts Live! Want to share a message with a friend? Or catch a message you missed? Here's a direct link. New to podcasts? Check out directions here! 
Invite Invite others to join us as we worship our Lord and Savior. https://www.facebook.com/CRPrairieBibleChurch/ and http://www.prairiebible.org


Disciple
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19
The Barbarian Way. Our Lent teaching both on Sunday mornings and via some Life Groups is inspired by the book The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus. Pick up a copy of the book here. Used books available for just a dollar or two. The 4-week study begins March 1. 
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. We're learning all about the life of Jesus for the next few weeks leading up to Easter. We'll see how the Bible shows us He was both a man and God. Our Lord and Savior! 


Serve

Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Renovations Beginning We're organizing folks to help with initial renovations at our new building. Would you like to help? All skills needed! Here's a form to get the ball rolling. Fill it out and send to Mark Steffens (marksteffens77@gmail.com) or place in the Miracle Barn. Forms also available at PBC on Sunday. 
Administrative Board Minutes. Click here to read the minutes of the 2/20/20 PBC Admin Board meeting. 
Building Review Committee. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/30/20 Building Review Committee meeting.
Quarterly Congregational Meeting 12/15 View the congregational meeting hosted after service. Here's a link to the media presentation. Here are the written minutes of the meeting.  
Sunday Mornings at PBC The sign-up link here is the hub for Sunday morning serving. Set-up, snacks, greeting—all the things! We would love your help on Sundays! Please click on the link and plug in. 

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
8:50am PBC prayer Every Sunday. Join us near the welcome table as we praise God, praying over the upcoming service at PBC, the friends and visitors who walk through the doors, our ministry staff, and Prairie Hill.
Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. Join us every Tuesday at our new building as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253 
Community 
  • Prayers for our community to grow boldly in lordship. Help us to crave what you want Lord. Make our selfish desires grow dim.
  • Praise for our freedom to freely gather, learn and praise the Lord in our country.
Personal 
  • Prayers for unwavering faith and healing for Heather who is battling stage 4 cancer. Prayers for comfort for her 3 young daughters, one of which is severely disabled.
  • Prayers for healing for a son who is suffering from depression and struggling. Bring him peace and healing Lord.
  • Prayers for health-related answers for Keith, brother of Pat Bunch. Keith is addressing multiple health concerns at medical appointments this week. Please give the medical team wisdom Lord and peace for Keith.
  • Prayers for healing and both physical and spiritual comfort to Brenda Harris and friend Ed who are receiving treatment for pancreatic cancer. 
  • Continued prayers for complete healing and wisdom for the medical team caring for dear friend Linda Anderson. 

Ministry Note - February 19, 2020

2/19/2020

 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Pastor Craig and worship director Jesse will lead us in a time of prayer and praise. Join us as we worship our King. 
Last Sunday Here's a link to our message last week. You can watch the entire service here. Here's a link to the bulletin and sermon notes. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
Ash Wednesday We'll gather for an Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 pm at our new building.  
Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. Join us every Tuesday at our new building as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253
Podcasts Live! Want to share a message with a friend? Or catch a message you missed? Here's a direct link. New to podcasts? Check out directions here! 
Invite Invite others to join us as we worship our Lord and Savior. https://www.facebook.com/CRPrairieBibleChurch/ and http://www.prairiebible.org

Disciple
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19
High School Youth Join youth leaders and youth for an afternoon of bowling and fellowship on Sunday, Feb. 23. All meet at PBC's new building at 2:30 for carpooling to May City Bowl. Return to the church after bowling for dessert. Contact: Mathew and Mackenzie Grimm 319/530-6951 (Mat's cell). 
The Barbarian Way. Our Lent teaching both on Sunday mornings and via some Life Groups is inspired by the book The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus. Pick up a copy of the book here. Used books available for just a dollar or two. The 4-week study begins March 1. 
Book of John Study—CHANGE Come together with others to study the book of John. Originally planned for an evening time, the study is now taking place on Wednesday afternoons. Ron Bunch is leading. Details: 1:30 to 3 pm, beginning 2/19; 4134 Water Point Court SW, CR; sign-up sheet at PBC. 
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. We're learning all about the life of Jesus for the next few weeks leading up to Easter. We'll see how the Bible shows us He was both a man and God. Our Lord and Savior! 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Renovations Beginning We're organizing folks to help with initial renovations at our new building. Would you like to help? All skills needed! Here's a form to get the ball rolling. Fill it out and send to Mark Steffens (marksteffens77@gmail.com) or place in the Miracle Barn. Forms also available at PBC on Sunday. 
Administrative Board Minutes. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/16/20 PBC Admin Board meeting. 
Building Review Committee. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/30/20 Building Review Committee meeting.
Quarterly Congregational Meeting 12/15 View the congregational meeting hosted after service. Here's a link to the media presentation. Here are the written minutes of the meeting.  
Sunday Mornings at PBC The sign-up link here is the hub for Sunday morning serving. Set-up, snacks, greeting—all the things! We would love your help on Sundays! Please click on the link and plug in. 

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
8:50am PBC prayer Every Sunday. Join us near the welcome table as we praise God, praying over the upcoming service at PBC, the friends and visitors who walk through the doors, our ministry staff, and Prairie Hill.

Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. Join us every Tuesday at our new building as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253 
Community
 
  • Praise for God's provision of a building. May our small efforts be magnified by God and bring Him glory.
  • Prayers for the Holy Spirit to lead us each boldly for the cause of Christ. Transform our hearts so we want what you want Lord!
  • Praise and thanks for the many folks who wielded a broom or hammer or read God's Word in our new space. You are doing mighty, mighty things Lord! 
Personal 
  • Prayers for physical and spiritual strength for Shelly as she recovers form surgery and prepares for more procedures.
  • Prayers for bold healing for Linda Anderson. Please provide a wise medical team to walk with Linda and flood her with divine peace as she moves through her days.
  • Prayers for comfort for a family who lost of loved one in a fire near Walford last week. May your peace surround them Lord.
  • Continued prayers for complete healing for Debbie as she recovers from a stroke following cardiac surgery. 

Ministry Note - February 12, 2020

2/12/2020

 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday  Our sermon series is titled "Unpacking the meaning of Lordship." Our message this week is "Lordship leads to renewed strength" and is rooted in Isaiah 40:31.
Last Sunday Here's a link to our message last week. You can watch the entire service here. Here's a link to the bulletin and sermon notes. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
2/23 Prayer Service Join us on Sunday, Feb. 23 for a special prayer service during our normal worship time. Similar to power prayer service in November, we'll praise, worship, and ask God to boldly lead us. 
Ash Wednesday We'll gather for an Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 pm at our new building.  
Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. Join us every Tuesday at our new building as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253
Podcasts Live! Want to share a message with a friend? Or catch a message you missed? Here's a direct link. New to podcasts? Check out directions here! 
Invite Invite others to join us as we worship our Lord and Savior. https://www.facebook.com/CRPrairieBibleChurch/ and http://www.prairiebible.org

Disciple
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19
Bible Reading in New Building is complete! Thank you to all who helped.
High School Youth Join youth leaders and youth for an afternoon of bowling and fellowship on Sunday, Feb. 23. All meet at PBC's new building at 2:30 for carpooling to May City Bowl. Return to the church after bowling for dessert. Contact: Mathew and Mackenzie Grimm 319/530-6951 (Mat's cell). 
The Barbarian Way. Our Lent teaching both on Sunday mornings and via some Life Groups is inspired by the book The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus. Pick up a copy of the book here. Used books available for just a dollar or two. The 4-week study begins March 1. 
Book of John Study--: 1:30 to 3 pm, beginning 2/19; 4134 Water Point Court SW, CR; sign-up sheet at PBC. 
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. We're learning all about the life of Jesus for the next few weeks leading up to Easter. We'll see how the Bible shows us He was both a man and God. Our Lord and Savior! 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Middle Youth Group We're creating blessings bags this week. Would you like to help us gather supplies? Here's a link to our sign-up. 
Help Renovations at the New Building We're organizing folks to help with initial renovations at our new building. Would you like to help? All skills needed! Here's a form to get the ball rolling. Fill it out and send to Mark Steffens (marksteffens77@gmail.com) or place in the Miracle Barn. Forms also available at PBC on Sunday.
Administrative Board Minutes. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/16/20 PBC Admin Board meeting. 
Building Review Committee. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/30/20 Building Review Committee meeting.
Quarterly Congregational Meeting 12/15 View the congregational meeting hosted after service. Here's a link to the media presentation. Here are the written minutes of the meeting.  
Sunday Mornings at PBC The sign-up link here is the hub for Sunday morning serving. Set-up, snacks, greeting—all the things! We would love your help on Sundays! Please click on the link and plug in. 

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
8:50am PBC prayer Every Sunday. Join us near the welcome table as we praise God, praying over the upcoming service at PBC, the friends and visitors who walk through the doors, our ministry staff, and Prairie Hill.
Prayer Gathering--see details above.
Community 
  • Praise for God's provision of a building. May our small efforts be magnified by God and bring Him glory.
  • Prayers for the Holy Spirit to lead us each boldly for the cause of Christ. Transform our hearts so we want what you want Lord!

Ministry Note - February 5, 2020

2/5/2020

 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday's Message:  "Lordship leads to listening"  Isaiah 30:21.
Did you miss a message?  Previous messages and services are available on the PBC YouTube Channel. 
Prayer Service Join us on Sunday, Feb. 23 for a special prayer service during worship. 
Ash Wednesday We'll gather for an Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Location to be determined. 
Prayer Gathering—NEW LOCATION. 
6-7 pm, Tuesdays Location: 9255 Atlantic Dr. SW Cedar Rapids; enter via the south door. Contact: Cathy: 319/541-3073. Jerry: 319/573-4253
Podcasts Live! Want to share a message with a friend? Or catch a message you missed? Here's a direct link. New to podcasts? Check out directions here! 
Invite Invite others to join us as we worship our Lord and Savior. 
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Disciple
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19
Bible Reading in New Building Join us as we fill our new building with God's Word. Join us by signing up for a 30 minute reading slot. All the details and sign-up here.
The Barbarian Way. Our Lent teaching both on Sunday mornings and via some Life Groups is inspired by the book The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus. Pick up a copy of the book here.  The 4-week study begins March 1. 
Book of John Study—CHANGE 
1:30 to 3 pm, beginning 2/19; 4134 Water Point Court SW, CR; sign-up sheet at PBC. 
Middle Youth Group 2/16 
We have teaching, games, and a pizza party all around LOVE, on point with Valentine's Day. Sunday, (1 John 4:19.) Join us on 2/16, 3 to 6 pm, Fairfax. 4th-8th graders. Everyone welcome! RSVP: Megan@HughesNursery.com.
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. We're learning all about the life of Jesus for the next few weeks leading up to Easter. 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Renovations Beginning We're organizing folks to help with initial renovations at our new building. Would you like to help? All skills needed! Please fill in your preferred skills & send to Mark Steffens (marksteffens77@gmail.com) or place in the Miracle Barn. 
Lunch for the demo crew Our small volunteer demolition crew is working at our building Monday through Saturday for the next few weeks. Can you bless them with lunch? If you would like to provide lunch for the crew (usually 4 to 8 people), please contact Nancy Zahn at nzahn@southslope.net or 319-558-6727.
Administrative Board Minutes. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/16/20 PBC Admin Board meeting. 
Building Review Committee. Click here to read the minutes of the 1/30/20 Building Review Committee meeting.
Sunday Mornings at PBC The sign-up link here is the hub for Sunday morning serving. Set-up, snacks, greeting—all the things! 

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
8:50am PBC prayer Every Sunday. Join us near the welcome table as we praise God, praying over the upcoming service at PBC, the friends and visitors who walk through the doors, our ministry staff, and Prairie Hill.
Prayer Gathering--Open to all, see details above. 
Community 
  • Praise for God's provision of a building. May our small efforts be magnified by God and bring Him glory.
  • Prayers for the Holy Spirit to lead us each boldly for the cause of Christ. Transform our hearts so we want what you want Lord!
Personal 
  • Prayers for a successful reconstruction surgery this week and praise to God, for He is so good! Shared by Michelle Foss.
  • Prayers for compassion and divine guidance for a father and daughter who were evicted from their apartment, losing all their possessions. 
  • Prayers for healing and endurance for Debbie who suffered a massive stroke after heart surgery. Shared by Barb.
  • Prayers for peace and comfort for a co-worker who lost her home and possessions to a house fire. May the love of God and hope in His good promises fill her heart. Shared by Dawn Hofmaster.
  • Prayers for the medical team treating Laura Mallicoat's dad. Give them wisdom to find the answers to his health concerns.
  • Prayers for our son to find and follow you God. May he embrace you as Lord.
  • Prayers for a complete and quick recovery for Emil Tomas following knee surgery. May he be a beacon of Light for you Lord through his recovery!  
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