Ministry Note -- November 28, 2018

Special notes:
Congregational meeting—right after service on Sunday. A look at where we’ve been and where God is leading. All invited. See below.
High school youth group—this Sunday night, Dec. 2. All invited! See below.

Service: Every Sunday @ 9:30
Prairie Hill Elementary; 401 76th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids
Our mission: To help people grow in their faith by being a simple and authentic representation of Jesus love.
 
Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Continuing in our Christmas series “Finding PEACE During the Holidays”, we’ll look to the scripture for guidance on coping with crazy schedules. Scripture: Exodus 18:17–19.
Last Sunday View last week’s sermon here. And last week’s service here. 

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Away in a Manger Join us for service Sunday, Dec 23 as the children share the story of Jesus birth in scripture and song. Pastor Craig will share a message and the children will retell the most magnificent story.
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! Who: 9th-12th grade + Pastor Craig and Lysia Where: Pastor’s house.  When: Sunday, Dec. 2 at 5:30pm What: Food + Friends + Conversation RSVP Pastor Craig cpeters5750@gmail.com.
Jesse Tree for Advent Families, be sure to grab a Jesse Tree packet at service on Sunday. Each day of Advent, read a Bible story about someone on Jesus’ family tree and hang an ornament symbolizing the story on your Jesse Tree. Everything you need is in the packet. More about the Jesse Tree here.
Middle Youth Group Join us Sunday, Dec. 16 as we explore the Christmas story—a barn + wise men + the king of the world. 1–4 PM; 4th thought 8th grade; Fairfax; RSVP Megan@HughesNursery.com.
Kids Life Group Every week during the sermon preschoolers through 6th graders are invited to join our teachers to learn more about God, how we can be more like Him, and celebrate what He is doing right here, right now!
  
Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Congregational Meeting Our next quarterly congregational meeting is Sunday, Dec. 2 right after service. This short, info-packed meeting details the life and business of PBC.
Christmas giving at Prairie Hill Staff at Prairie Hill elementary put together an online donation site to help 25 Hill families in need with Christmas gifts. Click here and here to join others in sharing with these local families. PBC is contributing via our mission funds.  
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 God’s mighty Word to touch people around the world in new and fresh ways the Christmas season. May all come to know his mighty love.
Personal 
Prayers for healing for Alan and Melinda, family of Ben Westcot. Lord please make them strong in body and spirit.
Prayers for a positive job interview for Jerry Hogan on Thursday. God, please lead Jerry as he moves ahead.
Prayers for God to work mightily in the life of Dusty and bring about a job change if that is His will. May Dusty see God’s love through those around him.
Praise for the opportunity to go on the Walk to Emmaus. To God be the glory for this magnificent experience. From Joyce Vail.
Prayers for peace and healing for Kloie Lehman and renewed strength and comfort for her family as they gather around her in love.