Ministry Note - September 23, 2021

Sunday, Sept. 26 - We start the Seamless study of the Bible as one complete story. It's not tool late to pick up a book at church and start week 1 on Monday. 
Don't forget the Picnic @ the Barn. right after worship at 6004 76th Ave SW, Fairfax, IA

Worship
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
This Sunday Our message is titled "The Beginning" and is rooted in Genesis 3:8–9. Here are the sermon notes. We will also celebrate communion this week. Join us on Facebook Live Stream or YouTube Live Stream at 9:30am every Sunday.
Last Sunday View the 9.19 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:
Last Tuesday Coffee Sept. 28 at 9:30 in the Gathering Space. You are invited! Coffee and treats, conversation, singing and a brief meditation followed by prayer. All are welcome!
High School Life Group 9-12th graders. First three Sundays of the month from 1 to 2:30 at PBC. Next gathering is Sunday, Oct 3. Bring a friend and join Pastor Billy for fellowship, fun, and "Testing Our Faith," a study of the book of James.
Middle Youth Life Group 4-8th graders. First and third Sundays from 1 to 2:30 at PBC. Count on Bible time in the book of James, worship, and fun! Next gathering Oct. 3. 
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 9/26. 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
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.