Ministry Note - November 24, 2021

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday This Sunday we'll begin our Advent series with Pastor Craig. Join us on Facebook Live Stream or YouTube Live Stream at 8:30am every Sunday.
Last Sunday View the 11.21 service here and the message here. Here is a copy of the sermon notes. Note, all previous messages and services are available on YouTube. 
Carol Sing At worship on 12.12 we're hosting a special Christmas carol sing and YOU get to help select the songs. Click here to submit your favorite carol! 
Christmas calendar We'll gather for worship on Christmas Eve at 4pm and 5:30. And on Sunday, Dec. 26 we'll have just one worship service at 10am. No 8:30am service on 12.26.
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
Last Tuesday Coffee Nov. 30 at 9am in the Gathering Space. Enjoy coffee, treats, conversation, singing, and a brief meditation followed by prayer. All are welcome. Bring a friend! 
Middle + High School Youth Next gathering is Sunday, Dec. 5 from 1-2:30pm at PBC. We're in the book of James. Christ + Community. 
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.
Crossways Study Beginning 1.12.22, this 10-week deep dive into a portion of the Old Testament is led by Khrystle Sullivan. If you would like to join Khrystle for Section 2 of Crossways (you don't need to take Section 1 to participate), please connect with her right away at khrys1119@gmail.com or 319/720-5846.
Beginnings Take a walk through the Old Testament with John Wagner at 10am 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
Supplies for Bridgehaven Help stock the shelves for moms who participate in Bridgehaven programs. These specific items are requested: spaghetti sauce and pasta, peanut butter, boxed cereals, laundry detergent, shampoo, body wash and toothpaste. A collection bin is near the Miracle Barn. 
Save the date: 12.5 Congregation Meeting We'll gather at 11am to celebrate and discern the administrative and ministry areas of Prairie Bible. From finances to faith foundation Jesus is the center of it all! 
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).
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.   
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.