Worship "Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him." (Luke 2:25) Merry Christmas, PBC Family! Yesterday, we celebrated Christmas Eve and learned that, while nobody likes to wait, worshipers wait well. We pray that you were encouraged by this message. If you would like to watch it again or share it with a friend, you can access it on Facebook or YouTube. Discipleship "[Anna] did not depart from the temple, worshiping with fasting and prayer night and day." (Luke 2:37b) Please visit our website for more information. As you look ahead to the New Year, we would love to help you make regular Bible study and fellowship a priority!
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"For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45) Missions: Hope Community Development Association which is a local program that helps men to overcome employment barriers and escape the prison of poverty, helplessness, and hopelessness. Recently men in the program received gift cards as a gift of love and support from our congregation. Pictured above is a thank you message from all of the participants. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. Worship "And going into the house, [the wise men] saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh." (Matthew 2:11) Review: Yesterday, we continued our Christmas series, focusing on Matthew 1:20-23 and how Jesus came to free us from the power of sin. Watch the sermon on either our Facebook or YouTube page, and share with a loved one! Discipleship "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." (Isaiah 9:6) Please visit our website for more information. Tuesday (12/19):
Service "For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45) Mission Spotlight: This month, please pray for our international mission partners and, if you feel led, support them financially. We support five main missionary partners, including families serving in South America, Central America, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. We also support the Jalingo Orphanage in Nigeria. If you would like to give, please note that your donation is for "Missionary Partners." You may request information about giving to individual partners by contacting Mark Steffans at mark@prairiebible.org. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. We will begin walking through the Gospel of John in 2024. Please feel free to pick up a John journal next to the miracle barn to use for notes ($5 suggested donation).
Worship "Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire." (Hebrews 12:28-29). Review: Yesterday, we began our Christmas series, looking all the way back to Genesis and God's promise to Abraham. Watch the sermon on either our Facebook or YouTube page. Christmas Eve is on a Sunday this year! We will be having services at our usual times, 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 5:00 p.m. Please invite your friends and family! All-Church Meeting: Yesterday, we celebrated what God has been doing in the life of our church and shared plans for the future. You can watch the meeting here. Discipleship
"And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it." (Luke 9:23-24) Please visit our website for more information. Tuesday (12/5):
Service "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace..." (1 Peter 4:10) Mission Spotlight: This month, please commit to praying for overseas missionaries and, if you feel led, consider supporting them financially. A few weeks ago, we heard from the Gaulke family about their work in the Dominican Republic. You can learn more and support them by visiting MiddleCrossMissions.org. Stay tuned for info on more of the missionaries we support! Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. Worship "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever." (Psalm 136:1) Review: Yesterday, Pastor Craig preached on thankfulness in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Watch the message on either Facebook or YouTube. Prepare: We are beginning our Christmas series this Sunday, December 3rd, and would love for you to join us! All-Church Meeting: After our second service on December 3rd, we will be hosting an all-church meeting to celebrate what God has done and to look toward the future. You are welcome to worship with us during Advent, Christmas, and anytime throughout the year. Discipleship "We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers..." (1 Thessalonians 1:2) Please visit our Events page for more information. Tuesday (11/28):
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"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." (Colossians 3:17) Mission Spotlight: Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our November mission spotlight, creating "blessing bags" for families at Prairie Hill Elementary School! Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. Worship "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever." (Psalm 136:1) Review: Yesterday, we concluded our series on the parables with "Jesus, Israel, and the Fig Tree" (Luke 21:29-36). While this topic can be confusing, the take-home message is simple: "Be ready!" Listen to the message on our Facebook or YouTube page. Prepare: This Sunday, we will have a Thanksgiving-themed service and take communion as a church family. Please prepare your heart and plan to join us! Connect Gathering: We will have a brief informational meeting this Sunday, November 26th, following the second service. If you are new to PBC or would simply like to learn more, please join us. Discipleship "We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers..." (1 Thessalonians 1:2) This week at Prairie Bible Church: Tuesday (11/21):
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"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." (Colossians 3:17) Mission Spotlight: Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our November mission spotlight, creating "blessing bags" for families at Prairie Hill Elementary School. If you volunteered to bring items for these bags, please remember to bring them to PBC by November 26th. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. Worship "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Review: Yesterday, we joined together in prayer and praise. To view this service, please visit Facebook or YouTube. Prepare: Next week, we will dive into "The Parable of the Fig Tree" (Luke 21:20-36) as we wrap up our series on the Parables of Jesus. "Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God." - Romans 15:7 Discipleship "By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:35) Here are events this week. Please visit our website for more information: Tuesday (11/14):
On Saturday, we honored veterans with a ceremony you can view here. Thank you, veterans, for your courage and service! Thank you also to those who coordinated this special morning. Service "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8). Mission Spotlight: Our November mission spotlight is gathering and making household blessing bags for families at Prairie Hill Elementary School. Please visit the Christmas Tree in the welcome area, choose an "ornament" with items to purchase, and return items to PBC by November 26th. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Call for Photos: Take any pictures at your last PBC gathering? Share them with communications@prairiebible.org to have them featured in The Weekly! Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Capital Campaign: Please continue to pray for our capital campaign, that God's will would be done, and that we would continue to make and mature disciples for Jesus Christ. If you feel led to support our campaign, you can do so here. Please continue to pray for the Gaulke family as they share the love of Christ in the Dominican Republic. If you feel led to support this amazing mission, please visit MiddleCrossMissions.org.
Worship "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Review: Yesterday, we read "The Parable of the Ten Minas" (Luke 19:12-26) and heard an interview with Josiah Gaulke, a missionary to the Dominican Republic. Listen on our website, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. For more info and to support Middle Cross Missions, please visit their website and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube. Tea & Testimonies: Ladies, if you were unable to join us on October 28th, you can watch our women's gathering here. Prepare: We will be hosting a "Prayer and Praise" service on November 12th. Please join us for a refreshing morning of praying and worshiping together. Please pray for the Gaulke family and Middle Cross Missions as they share the gospel and show the love of Jesus in the Dominican Republic. Discipleship "By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:35) Please visit our website for more information. Tuesday (11/7):
Students courageously shared their testimonies at last week's Youth 412 gathering. Thank you to Pastor Max and his wife, Kelly, for leading and loving our students! Service
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8). Mission Spotlight: Our November mission spotlight is gathering and making household blessing bags for families at Prairie Hill Elementary School. Please visit the Christmas Tree in the welcome area, choose an "ornament" with items to purchase, and return items to PBC by November 26th. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please contact Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain: (319) 551-0589. Call for Photos: Take any pictures at your last PBC gathering? Share them with communications@prairiebible.org to have them featured in The Weekly! Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Worship "Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" (Psalm 118:1) Review: Yesterday, we studied "The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector" (Luke 18:9-14). Listen to the sermon on our website, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. Meeting: If you weren't able to join us for our all-church meeting, you can watch it here. Prepare: We will be studying Luke 19:11-27 on Sunday, November 5th. Above: Tea & Testimony Women's Retreat Discipleship "Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!" (Psalm 133:1)Please visit our website for a calendar view of what's happening this month at PBC, along with more information. Tuesday (10/31):
Children are invited to participate in Kids' Life Group every Sunday during both services. Thank you to all who serve in this precious ministry! Find details here. Service "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ." (Colossians 3:23-24)Mission Spotlight: Our November mission spotlight is gathering and making household blessing bags for families in need at Prairie Hill Elementary School. Stay tuned for more info. Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please reach out to Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain. Pat and her team would love to be with you during difficult seasons: (319) 551-0589. Call for Photos: Take any pictures at your last PBC gathering? Share them with communications@prairiebible.org to have them featured in the Weekly! Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Worship
"Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" (Psalm 118:1) Review: Yesterday, we learned the difference between persistent prayer and repetitious prayer in Luke 18:1-8. If you were unable to join us, you can listen on our website, or search "Prairie Bible Church Messages" on your favorite podcast app. Prepare: Want to prepare for next Sunday's sermon? We will be diving into the parable of "The Pharisee and the Tax Collector" (Luke 18:9-14) on Sunday, October 29th. We will also take communion together as a church family. Discipleship "Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!" (Psalm 133:1) Please visit our website to see a calendar view of what's happening this month at PBC, along with more information on each event. THIS WEEK IN MINISTRY: Tuesday (10/24):
Service "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ." (Colossians 3:23-24) Mission Spotlight: Our Kids' Life Group is supporting Operation Christmas Child throughout October. If you are willing to purchase items to help with this project, please sign up here: Sign-Up Form or contact Megan Hughes: (319) 360-4558, Megan@hughesnursery.com. Please drop off donations near the Mission Spotlight board in the entry hallway by October 31st. Thank you! Hospital Ministry: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit, please reach out to Pat Bunch, our hospital chaplain. Pat and her team would love to be with you during difficult seasons: (319) 551-0589. Call for Photos: Take any pictures at your last PBC gathering? Share them with communications@prairiebible.org to have them featured in the Weekly! Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Worship
"As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God." - Psalm 42:1 Yesterday, Pastor Craig guided us through "The Parable of the Unworthy Servant" (Luke 17:7-10). If you were unable to join us, you can listen on YouTube, Facebook, our website, or search "Prairie Bible Church Messages" on your favorite podcast app. We were also encouraged by the testimony of Alicia Tjelmeland, who humbly and boldly shared how Christ set her free. Connect Gathering: Looking to learn more about PBC? Join us after our 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, October 22nd, for a brief informational meeting. Congregational Meeting: Mark your calendars for October 29th, immediately following the second service. Discipleship "Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight." - Romans 12:16 Week at a Glance: Check out what is happening this week at the Events page on the PBC website. Women's Tea & Testimony PBC Ladies, join us on Saturday, October 28th, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. for a time of fellowship and worship. RSVP at this link or the sign-up sheet near the Miracle Barn. A special thank you to Cheryl Lehman, Stephanie Setter, and Tina Steffans for organizing this event! Men's Ministry: Everett Eschen and Steve Exley-Schumann are launching a PBC men's group. This new ministry will begin meeting on Saturday, October 28th, at 9:00 a.m. in the PBC offices. All men are invited! Last Tuesday Coffee: Join us at 9:00 a.m. on October 31st in the Gathering Space for coffee and treats, hymns, a devotion, and prayer. Newcomers are always welcome! Service "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." - 1 Peter 4:10 Mission Spotlight: Our Kids' Life Group is supporting Operation Christmas Child throughout October. If you are willing to purchase items to help with this project, please sign up here: Sign-Up Form or contact Megan Hughes: (319) 360-4558, Megan@hughesnursery.com. Christmas Chorus: John and Karen Wagner will be leading a special choir for both services on December 17th. Everyone from middle school and up is invited to sing! Rehearsals begin on Sunday, November 5th, at 2:00 p.m. Giving: If you feel called to support Prairie Bible Church financially, you can do so through our website or by putting your donation in the Miracle Barn in the fellowship area. Emergency Prayer Team: If you or a loved one need prayer, please reach out to Lysle Regennitter: (319) 654-4566 or Lysle.Regennitter@gmail.com. You can also check out our Prayer Page. |