Ministry Note - August 22, 2018

Service: Every Sunday @ 9:30
Prairie Hill Elementary; 401 76th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids
 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Our theme is God and the Unexpected—finding great hope in the twists and turns of life. Jeremiah 1:5 and James 4:13–15.
Last Sunday View last week’s sermon here:   https://youtu.be/6eRxIYIUGOc You can view the entire service here.  https://youtu.be/yXWqFFjl-uk
Bring a friend to the Barn Sunday, September 16 we’re worshiping at the Barn on 76th Ave where PBC started. Worship begins at 10:30 and will be followed by a simple meal. Bring a friend and introduce them to Jesus and our family here at PBC.
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
Sunday School Every week during the sermon preschoolers through 6th graders are invited to join our teachers to learn more about God and how we can be more like Him!
Last Tuesday Coffee Join PBC retirees 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 28. Everyone is welcome – bring a friend! 
Discover Prairie Bible Church Designed for newcomers to PBC, this get together is hosted by Pastor Craig. Join Pastor to learn more about PBC and our family here. Thursday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 at Kava House in Swisher. 
Bible Discovery Group Are you new to the Bible? Are you curious understanding what your Bible says? Bible Discovery Group is for you. Potential meeting days include Monday mornings and Tuesday evenings. Come to an intro meeting on Monday, Sept. 10 at 9AM. We’ll meet at the small building behind Warehouse Auto (1272 Hwy 965, Swisher). Contact: Lianne Westcot, lwestcot@southslope.net or 319/270-7341.
Life Groups They are off and running and full of Jesus! If you would like to join a group, get in touch with Pastor Craig (contact info below) and we’ll work to connect you.
 
Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Congregational Meeting Last Week Thanks to the many, many of you who were able to share in our congregational meeting after service last week. If you weren’t able to make it, you can view the event here.  https://youtu.be/3LNgZCaHIHY
Worship Leader Position As part of our congregational meeting we agreed to move forward with a worship leader here at PBC. If you know someone who might be interested, please have them contact Pastor Craig (cpeters5750@gmail.com) by 9/15 and he’ll share pertinent info with them. 
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. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4baba92ba4f58-sunday
 

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
Community
Prayers for safety and joy for students and teachers as they return to school this week. Prayers for the staff and students at Prairie Hill, may God’s spirit fill the building with peace and love.
Personal 
Prayers for peace and care for my sister who is now in a nursing home. From the DeVos family.
Prayers of joy and thanks for Shane who is now home and recovering. From the DeVos family.
Prayers for healing and comfort for Cameron, son of Ben and Tanya Heims and grandson of Kevin and Deb. Cameron is suffering from epilepsy seizers; prayers for healing.
Prayers for peace and comfort for a young friend who lost his father 3 years ago and is having a hard time.
Prayers for healing for Tom Darnell who is undergoing chemo for a brain tumor.
Prayers for wisdom for the medical team and healing for Gary as he is treated for leukemia.