Ministry Note - September 2, 2021

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Prayer and Praise service with Pastor Craig. Join us on Facebook Live Stream or YouTube Live Stream at 9:30am every Sunday.
Last Sunday View the 8.29 service here and the message here. Here's a link to 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
Crossways study An in-depth Bible study for the devoted student, Crossways is a multi-year course that takes a deep dive into all 66 books of the Bible. Khrystle Sullivan (Khrys1119@gmail.com) is leading a 10-week Crossways study at PBC. The class will gather on Wednesdays beginning 9/15 from 6:30-8pm. If you are interested in Crossways, this 10-week course is a great way to get a feel for the method.
Seamless: All-Church study Books for our fall all-church study, Seamless, are available at PBC. A donation of $15 is suggested to cover the cost of the book. Sunday morning teaching corresponding to the study will begin 9/20. Many small group opportunities are available. Connect with Pastor Billy to find a group for you! 
Beginnings Take a walk through the Old Testament with John Wagner at 8:15am on Sunday mornings in the education wing. Count on about 45 minutes of study and prayer, concluding with time to grab coffee and visit before worship begins. Stop in and check it out. 
Kids Life Group! Every Sunday morning during Pastor Craig's message we'll gather to grow in Christ and community. In September we are learning all about how God is righteous! Learn, study, and grow with us. 

Serve
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Romans 12:11
Celebration Worship director Adam and his fiancé Erika are getting married Sunday, Sept 12. If you would like to bless them with a card or gift, here's their mailing address: Adam and Erika Holcomb, 280 Sadler Ln Apt 202, North Liberty, IA 52317 
Growing the Church Campaign Launched at the Congregational meeting last week, this capital campaign aims to retire our debt and tackle some remaining projects. Find more info and pledge forms near the Miracle Barn at PBC. 
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.
Prayer @ Prairie We had a wonderful gathering at Prairie Hill on 8.22. Here's a copy of the closing prayer if you would like to pray it again on behalf of students and staff. 
 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.
• Lord we lift up the Bunch family as the grieve the death of Cameron. May they be surrounded by your love.