Ministry Note - Nov. 10, 2021

Operation Christmas Child
Youth at PBC have a tradition of packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. This international ministry sends the Gospel to children around the world by way of small boxes of gifts. Will you help us gather materials for our gift boxes? 
Our list of needs and Signup Genius is here. You'll find a collection box near the Miracle Barn. Merry Christmas friends!

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Our message is titled "A Chosen Vessel" and is rooted in Acts 27. Here are the sermon notes. Join us on Facebook Live Stream or YouTube Live Stream at 9:30am every Sunday.
Last Sunday View the 11.7 service here and the message here. Here is a copy of the sermon notes. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
Prayer Gathering--Connect with Cathy: 319/541-3073 (cathymiller_1@hotmail.com) or Jerry: 319/573-4253 to share a prayer request or join this mighty team who are praying with boldness and regularity. Every Tuesday @ PBC from 6 to 7pm.
Podcasts Want to share a message with a friend? Or catch a message you missed? Find PBC messages on your podcast app. Here's a direct link to last week's service. 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 Next gathering is this Sunday, Nov 14, 1–2:30pm at PBC. It's all about Jesus in the book of James—who Jesus is and how He teaches us to live! 
11/21 Middle + High School Youth Combined youth will gather Hughes house, 1–2:30pm for Operation Christmas Child box packing and prayer! 
Young Adult Life Group All young adults welcome to join Pastor Billy and Ryanne at their home on Monday, Nov. 15. at 6:45pm for fellowship and digging deeper into the Sunday teaching. Check out the study guide and connect with Pastor Billy for address info.  
EQUIP Coming spring of 2022, Equip is a program designed to give our students the skills they need to live a life fully devoted to Christ. Designed for students 7th grade and beyond. More info here. Informational meeting Sunday, Jan. 16 between services.
Beginnings Take a walk through the Old Testament with John Wagner at 10 am on Sunday mornings in the education wing. Count on about 45 minutes of study and prayer. Stop in and check it out. 
Kids Life Group! Every Sunday morning during the message we'll gather to grow in Christ and community. in November we're meeting people God used to share Jesus' birth with the world! Learn, study, and grow with us. 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Christmas Chorus! Rehearsing this Sunday, Nov. 14 at 3pm @ PBC. It's not too late to sing with John, Karen, and company! Come join the fun. 
Growing the Church Campaign Launched at the Congregational meeting last week, this capital campaign aims to retire our debt and tackle some remaining projects. Here is a campaign brochure and pledge form. 
8.29 Congregational Meeting Links Watch a recording of the congregational meeting here. And here is a link to the presentation. 
AA Alcoholics Anonymous Led by the Spirit, Mike Mango organized an AA meeting at PBC. Everyone is welcome; the only requirement is the desire to stop drinking. The group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. Enter through the east doors. Questions: connect with Mike (michaelwmango@gmail.com).  
Giving If you are called, please remember Prairie Bible in your giving. You will find several convenient giving options on our website. Visit the Give tab.

Pray
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
EMERGENCY RESPONSE Prayer Team. A dedicated team of 9 people have committed to stop everything to immediately pray for urgent needs. Reach out for prayer—the Prayer Warriors will call on God on your behalf. Contact Pastor Craig (319/210-8316 Cpeters5750@gmail.com) or Cathy Schroeder (319/541-3073 cathymiller_1@hotmail.com) with urgent needs.
 Community

• Lord make PBC a people who are intensely focused on YOU and Your will. Change our hearts and minds to want what You want.