Ministry Note - August 21, 2019

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday We continue to journey through our Discipleship Toolbox with a theme of Christian Unity. We're grounded in John 17:23. This is the last Sunday of the month and, as always, we'll celebrate communion.
Last Sunday Here's a link to our message last week. You can watch the entire service here. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
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
2nd Annual PBC Motorcycle Ride Join us Sunday, Aug 25 right after service as we ride to Stone City for lunch. Don't have a bike? You're welcome to follow our crew in your car. Come for fun and fellowship! 
High School Youth Pizza, praise, and prayer at the park Sunday, Aug 25 from 6:30 to 8:30! All High School Youth are invited to join Matthew and Mackenzie Grimm at 1001 Wolf Drive NW. More info: Matthew (319/530-6915) or Mackenzie (319/361-9800). 
Last Tuesday Coffee Join PBC retirees and friends for coffee and conversation on the last Tuesday of every month at Kava House in Swisher from 9 to 10:30 am. Their next get-together is Tuesday, August 27. Everyone is welcome – bring a friend! 
Bible Study Are you ready to dig deeper into the Word? Bible Study Fellowship might be for you. This chapter-by-chapter Bible study tackles one book of the Bible every year. Acts is the book this year. Classes for men, women, and children begin in September across the Corridor and around the world. More info: contact Megan Hughes 319/360-4558.
Women's Conference: Worship + Bible Teaching + Community. There is a terrific women's conference in Ames on 9/27-28. Expect dynamic Bible teaching, glorifying worship, and a sweet time with community. Here's more info about the conference. We have a block of rooms reserved. Contact Lianne Westcot (lwestcot@southslope.net) for more info.
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. This week we're beginning a study of a new attribute—God is PERFECT.  Learn our memory verse with us. We're learning Psalm 19:7a The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing to the soul.

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Congregational Meeting Wrap-Up July 28 was our most recent review of church business, finances, building concepts. It is all for His glory and you can watch the meeting here. And view the media presentation here.  Here are the recorded 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. 
Community

• Prayers for teachers and staff preparing for a new school year at Prairie Hill and across the Corridor. Give them wisdom and strength to reach minds and hearts.
• Prayers divine leadership around all things surrounding the next home for Prairie Bible Church. Give wisdom and connections and perseverance to the Building Committee.

Personal

• Prayers for peace and strength for Jim Falt Jr. who is battling liver cancer.
• Prayers for God to come alongside Jody Anderson as she recovers. 
• Praise and thanks to God from Julie Eschen. "He answers prayer."
• Praise for the safe return of Kendra after 6 months in training to be a combat medic with the Army National Guard. Prayers for strength as Kendra begins nursing school next week.