Ministry Note - November 20, 2019

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday The theme of our message this week is "Simplifying Evangelism." It is rooted in Matthew 28:18–20 and Acts 1:8. 
Last Sunday Here's a link to our message last week. You can watch the entire service here. Get a copy of the bulletin and sermon notes here. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
Prayer Gathering. Join us every Tuesday night, beginning Nov. 12, at the home of Jerry and Cathy Schroeder as we call out to the Lord through prayer. Details. Time: 6 to 7 PM Tuesdays. Location: 2711 Navajo Ave SW, Cedar Rapids. 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
Middle Youth Group A big THANK YOU to the many people who brought items for our Operation Christmas Child boxes. We were able to pack and ship 32 boxes! We made a short film to say thank you! 
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, November 26. Everyone is welcome – bring a friend! 
Kids Life Group Community + God’s Truth + Joy. Every Sunday Morning. Preschool through 6th grade. In November and December we are immersing ourselves in God's promises to send a Savior. After service we are gathering in the music room for 10 minutes of worship. We're preparing this special song for our simple Christmas story telling in service on 12/22. 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Administrative Board Minutes. Click here to read the minutes of the most recent PBC Admin Board meeting. 
October 6 Congregational Meeting Wrap-Up God is working right here, right now through His people. If you missed the 10/6 meeting, you can watch it here. And view the media presentation here.  
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 healing of mind, body, and soul for all who are struggling with health issues. Lord please sweet comfort in the time of waiting.
• Prayers for God to illuminate the path ahead for Prairie Bible Church. Mold our desires to Your desires Lord. 
• Prayers for God to step into broken family situations. Please move boldly, softening hearts, and igniting a passion for love in hurting families Lord. 

Personal

• Praise and thanks for the gift of serving with the Walk to Emmaus team. It was a blessing to be the hands and feet of Jesus during the event. From Joyce.
• Prayers for health answers and healing for both Mark and Lori. Strengthen their already bold faith in God's divine power.
• Prayers for comfort and resounding peace for the family and friends of Jeff Vipond, 21-year-old, who took his own life while battling an anxiety disorder. 
• Thank you God for showing me your truth.