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Guests!
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about today’s service and
how to get the most out of
your visit with us.
4801 FRANKLIN AVENUE DES MOINES, IOWA 50310 515.255.2122 WWW.FIRSTFEDERATED.ORG

Increasing Your Quantity Time

By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries God is. To continue to grow in your relationship with Him, you
“In today’s structured world, just hanging must spend time with Him. The Westminster Shorter Catechism
out is gold. Ask children what they want, and provides some help in understanding the reason for this. It tells us
they will tell you they want to just hang out that our chief aim is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever.
with their parents.” A great way to do this—in conjunction with others—is
These words from Terry Real, a marriage and to take part in our Wednesday night prayer community. This
family therapist and author, tell us a lot about group gathers 6:30–8:00, in room 1244 for a rich time of prayer
our relationships with others—and with God. and mutual encouragement.
In his January 19th article, of the Huffington Another way to deepen your relationship with God is by
Post, Real contends that : “Quality time” is noth- spending the next 30 days praying for specific needs of First
ing more than a self-serving yuppie rationalization for not being Federated Church. A 30-Day Prayer Guide will be handed out
there for your kids. The fairy tale of “quality time” is that you during the worship service Sunday morning. We’ll also have
can make up for the time you don’t have to be a good mom or dad copies available in the display racks at each of the main entrances
by scheduling short doses of time intentionally focused on your next week.
kid. The entire idea is a fallacy.” God invites you to develop the practice of “in everything
He goes on to say that real parenting interaction occurs in by prayer and petition with
the midst of the normal daily routine of activity. Real contends thanksgiving letting
that, “Kids, if you let them, will pull you into their slower, more your requests be made
nourishing kid-time.” known to God.” As
This noted counselor also advises, “You have to yield to their you do this, God
world which is simpler, less stimulating and slower and open up will pull you into
to the subtle richness of it. The reward is that when you enter into what relational
that relationship with your kids it’s so much fun and so nourish- expert Terry Real
ing for you.” could refer to
This is outstanding parenting advice! It is also wonderful as “His slower,
spiritual counsel! more nourishing
God clearly expresses His desire to spend quantity time with God-time.”
us. In the first letter to the church in Thessalonica we are ex-
horted to “pray without ceasing.” God
says a way to deepen your relationship
with Him is to be in continual
conversation with Him.
As we indicated last week, God
communicates to us through the
Bible. This is a tremendous re-
source to help you understand who

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 WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!
Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!
Have Questions?
If you have any questions, simply ask someone wearing a Guest Welcome Children’s
name tag with “Here to Help” on it or visit the Welcome Center
in the foyer.
Reception Center Registration
Guest Reception North Parking Lot Station
If you are visiting with us for the first time or have just
recently started attending First Federated Church, we cordially
invite you to a reception in the foyer immediately following the
service. We would love to have the opportunity to meet you, get Resource 115

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Thank you for taking the time to visit First Federated Church.
If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, we Guest
invite you to join our church family. Reception
If You Have Children Visit the Children’s
Ministry Registration Station KZ Church
Trust your children to the care of our dedicated, loving A.E.D.
SW Entrance

2nd Floor
Children’s Ministry staff. Our children’s programs provide qual- M Men Restroom
W Women Restroom

ity care and learning for kids of all ages.

If your child has not already been enrolled in our Children’s
Ministry, a quick visit to the Children’s Ministry Registration
Station will provide you with temporary security tags and give us
the information we need to effectively minister to your child.
Infants & Preschool Children
Childcare and teaching are available during the 9:15 hour and 10:45 worship services
in the Nursery and Preschool Departments.
Kindergarten–4th Grade
During the 9:15 hour, K–4th graders meet in graded classroom groups for Bible
learning and fun.
K–4th graders attend the first part of the 10:45 worship services with their families
and then are dismissed to attend their own age-appropriate children’s church, called
KZ Church. Parents, we encourage you to go with your children the first time they visit
KZ Church in Room 240.
Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)
Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:15 for a time of Xtreme
learning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their families for
the 10:45 worship services.
Youth (Grade 7–12) & Adults
Groups for ADULTS and activities for YOUTH begin at 9:15AM. Stop by
the Welcome Center to find out about each of the groups and how to get there.
Cellular Phones & Pagers
Thank you for turning off or muting your cell phone, pager and other electronic
devices during this morning’s worship service.
Assistive Listening Devices (Auditorium Only)
ALS devices are available for check-out at the Resource Center in the foyer.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)/First-aid
Facilities for guests needing first aid, health counseling, and blood
pressure checks are provided by our Parish Nurses located in the
west hallway in Room 1117, Sundays, 10:30AM–Noon.
Please contact an usher if you need immediate assistance.
Lost and Found
Lost items may be reported or claimed at the main office of the church during
regular M-F office hours. Lost and found items are kept for 30 days.
Safety
First Federated Church regards your safety as our highest priority. If you have any
concerns, please inform one of our ushers or staff. If a building emergency arises,
directions will be provided over the public address system.
Recordings of Today’s Message
CD recordings of the morning message can be picked up immediately following the
service at the Resource Center in the foyer for $3.
You can also listen to the message for free at www.FirstFederated.org.
Prayer Team Up Front
If you would like to pray with someone today, please come to the front of the
room following this morning’s service. Members of our church leadership stand
ready to serve you.

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 ADULT GROUPS
Develop Your Bible Study Skills Sunday Mornings | 9:15–10:30AM
January 21–February 18 | 6:30-8:00PM | Room 1238/39 Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)
Do you desire a greater understand- Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships are
ing of God’s Word? Would you like to a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith. We
study the Bible in a way that transforms have a variety of opportunities available that include:
your life? Are you ready to grow in
your relationship with God through His The HUB (ages 18-24) | Room 244
Word? The Channel (ages 25–35) | Room 149
Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 215
Last Wednesday, we began a 6-week
Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251
Bible study class. Whether you are a
Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 1240–1241
relatively new Christian or a longtime
Koinonia (all ages) | Room 1252–1253
churchgoer, you will benefit from this
Ezra (all ages) | Room 1118
class.
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247
Among other things, you will learn how to:
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105
• Recognize key words and concepts Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255
• Discover the main point of any passage W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116
Women (all ages) | Room 208
• Discern God’s desire for your life, and
Men (all ages) | Room 210
• Apply biblical principles to every aspect of your life Worship | Room 1125
Sign up on the Care and Communication Card this morning Prayer (all ages) | Room 100
to take this important step in learning how to use the Bible to Ecclesiastes (all ages) | Room 1238–1239
increase your love for God.
Other Groups
Ladies, Take Note! Experience, investigate, build and grow in your faith. We have
Wednesday, January 21 | 6:30-8:00PM opportunities available during the week that include:
Room 100 Women in the Word
A new class, Living in Love with Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith
Jesus started last Wednesday, January Tuesdays | January 6–April | 9:00–11:00AM | Rm 100 & 131 (Library)
21. It’s the sequel to Falling in Love MOPS—Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
with Jesus but you don’t have to have Second and fourth Tuesday of each month | 9:00–11:00AM | Fellowship Hall
taken that class to attend this one. It is $6 per meeting | Facilitators: Miriam Hager, 251.6964, & Lisa Rhodes, 274.0832
held in Room 100 (room change from
the Falling in Love with Jesus class). It Wednesdays | 6:30–8:00PM
will run for 9 weeks and the workbook Join us in prayer, fellowship and fun as we connect with others
cost is $10. Sign up on the Care and and grow in our faith. We have a variety of opportunities avail-
Communication Card this morning. able that include:
For All—Prayer Community
Women of All Ages Ongoing | Rm 1244–1247 | Facilitator: Pastor Mike Rose
The Women’s ABF class is holding
For All—Developing Your Bible Study Skills
two special sessions on what the
Bible has to say about essential oils Started January 21 | Rm 1238 | Facilitator: Joe Lightfoot
and herbs. If you’ve resolved to live a For Moms—Moms’ Prayer Group
healthier lifestyle in ‘09, this would be Ongoing | 5:30–6:15PM | Rm 100
a great time to visit our ABF. Join us For Women—Living in Love with Jesus
in Room 208 at 9:15AM today, as we Started January 21 | 6:30–8PM | Rm 100 | Facilitator: Sharon Johnson
hear from a guest speaker and explore For Men—Winning at Work & Home
God’s Word on this topic. Ongoing l Rm 1252–53 | Facilitator: Aaron Baugher
For Men—Quest for Authentic Manhood
Ongoing l Rm 1250–51 | Facilitator: Allen Peterson
Card Ministry
Ongoing | 1:00-3:00PM | Rm 139 | Facilitator: Carol Fugere

MOPS This Week Men’s Basketball League Tuesdays

No Games: January 27
Tuesday, January 27 | 9-11:15AM
Fellowship Hall
It’s the Super Chips & Dips
Party!

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 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Financial Report
Attendance 1/18/09 General Fund Offering
8:00AM ......................................... 242 Last Week
10:45AM .......................................806 Weekly Need ........................ $34,419
Budgeted Missions: Offering ............................... $32,792
Year to Date: 9/1/08–present Shortage...............................($1,627)
Need ...................................$108,462 Year to Date: 9/1/08–present
Offering .................................$95,170 Need ...................................$688,380
Shortage.............................($13,292) Offering .............................. $642,100
Mortgage Shortage............................($46,280)
Current Balance ...................$112,332
Next Payment: February 25th
Choir Needed For Easter!
By Michael Howland, Pastor of Youth Ministries, Worship Leader
We are excited to be working on a special
service for Easter Sunday. We welcome all
Deacon of the Month singers high school age and up! We need you
Jamie Smith, 255.2122 ext 139 to join us as we put together a choral program
Our Deacons stand ready to help with the physical needs of the for this event. We were so blessed to add Beth
members and attenders of this fellowship. Should you have a and Travis Wilkins and their expertise in
choir directing during the Christmas season.
short-term, emergency need, do not hesitate to call the church
They, along with worship team member, Scott
office and leave a message for the “Deacon of the Month.” This Johnson, are willing to lead for this endeavor as
ministry is made possible by your gifts to the Deacons’ Fund. well. We are looking for a choir between 30-50
members in size, and we need you to make that a reality!
Deaconess of the Month The style of music will
Jan Mudderman | 277.2040
Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in We are excited to be be more formal, reflective
and moving. We will utilize
areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a working on a special the Wilkinses to help us run
listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Jan.
service for Easter sectionals, learn our parts,
and give us direction. The
Sunday. We welcome choir will sing from folders
all singers high school and music will not need to
be memorized. This worship
age and up! We need experience will include
you to join us as we choral selections, songs
from a praise ensemble and
put together a choral congregational singing. There
program for this event. will also be a narrator to tie
everything together. Would
you begin to pray for this
effort? Would you pray about your own involvement, and would
you also help us to recruit all those who can sing to join us? A
table with more information (including rehearsal schedules) will
be in the main foyer after worship service today. You can also
email Deb Boscaljon at DBoscaljon@FirstFederated.org with any
questions that you may have. Please check the box on the Care
& Communication Card if you are indeed interested in joining
the choir. Rehearsals will likely be on Wednesdays and select
Sundays. We continue to be excited about what God is doing in
this body and look forward to see how He will bring this special
service together.

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 NOTES
Sunday, January 25, 2009
8:00AM Traditional & 10:45AM Celebration | Pastor Mike Rose
10:45AM The River | Pastor Curt De Graaff
Series: Your Next Step in Loving God
Title: Revived: Loving God through Prayer

Making the Most of Moments Together

Most married couples would tell you that their lives contain
moments of challenge, stress and strain…even before they arrive
at church on Sunday morning!
While it may be easy to poke fun at the harried lifestyle of a
blissfully wedded couple, God created and highly values mar-
riage and family. In the midst of the chaotic race we call life, it is
important to make the most of the moments you have together as
a married couple.
As a church, we desire to see this happen. As a church, we are
committed to help you do this.
One simple way for us to help you appreciate your mate is
to invite you to attend our Friday, February 13th, pre-Valentine
reception here at FFC. From 7 to 9PM in Fellowship Hall, you
will enjoy the rich company of others, wonderful appetizers /
dessert, an encouraging presentation from Mike Hartwig of the
Iowa Family Policy Center and Marriage Matters of Iowa, and a
exceptional gift for each couple.
The cost is only $10 per couple. Childcare will be provided.
Space will be limited, so don’t delay in “Making the Most of
this Valentine Moment.” Reserve a place for yourself and your
mate in the foyer today!
For more information, contact the Adult Ministries office,
255.2122 or Adult@FirstFederated.org.

Open Doors to Our Community

Sunday, January 25 | 9AM & 12PM
After our worship services, the
Clothes Closet, Food Pantry,
and Treasure Chest will
be open to tour. Check
out how we at FFC can be
practical to those in need in
our community. These are
volunteer-run ministries in our
church that help hundreds in
the Des Moines area each year.
Enjoy some treats and see how God works through these
ministries and how you can be involved. The Treasure Chest
is located directly outside the south black doors from the
auditorium The Food Pantry and Clothes Closet are located
in the west gym hallway (across from room 120).

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 PRAY FOR
ONE The contents of this page have been removed to protect the
ANOTHER privacy of those in our congregation.

Printed copies of this page can be obtained at the church.

Items found on this page include:

Pray for Those Who Grieve
Happy Birthday!
(Birthdays are listed for Federated members & missionaries)
Pray for those with Physical Needs
(In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &
Regular Attenders)
Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
Our Encouragement
“For to me, to live is
Christ, and to die is gain.”
Philippians 1:21

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 MISSION ONE
Focus On: Dar Hamid of Sudan
Language: Sudanese Arabic
Trade Language: Arabic
Population: 695,000
“The Dar Hamid are a confederation of about nineteen tribes
and some sub-groups that share a common culture and are led
by a single chief. This group has a population of about 695,000
nomadic people who live in Northern Sudan.
“Traditionally, the Dar Hamid are Sunni Muslims. However,
as a rule, most are not religious and know very little about the
Islamic religion. Very few can read or write, and the written word
is actually considered a source of magical power.
“The Dar Hamid raise all types of livestock and trade them
for essential living supplies. The men tend to the herds and the
women to the households and small gardens. They have very
complex systems of migration as nomads and, because the desert
is very dangerous, all of the men carry sheathed daggers. Some
carry swords, but all carry shotguns or rifles in order to protect
themselves from bandits.”
Quoted from CALLED TO PRAY: Frontiers Guide to Praying for the Unengaged.
Paul & Cheryl Nyquist
Mission Board:
Avant Ministries
Location:
Kansas City, Missouri
What do they do? Our former
FFC Senior Pastor, Dr.
J. Paul Nyquist, assumed
the presidency of Avant
Ministries (formerly Gospel
Missionary Union) in 2001. His responsibilities include
building, training and motivating the organization to develop
the church where it does not exist. The ministry trains and
deploys Short-Cycle Church Planting teams and develops
strategic partnerships with churches.
Praises:
• Thanks to generosity in 2008, they met all three of their
matching grants, benefiting ministries in West Africa,
Europe and North America.
• Team Czech-Prague started their Short-Cycle Church Plant-
ing strategy Jan. 1.
Prayer Requests:
• For Team Czech-Prague as they find permanent housing,
enroll their children in local schools and start to initiate
ministries in their neighborhoods.
• For their recruitment team as they connect with people who
are excited about participating in the work God is doing at
Avant.
• For the future plans of missionary candidates who came for
the candidate orientation program last week.
First Federated Church
Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Dan & Sylvia Rogers
Mission Board:
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Location: Quito, Ecuador
What do they do? As a mis-
sionary pilot/mechanic, Dan
provides safe transportation
for missionaries, Christian
workers and patients in rain forest areas where there is no
other means of transportation. The Rogerses have served in
Suriname, Haiti, Honduras and now again in Ecuador where
Dan is Chief of Maintenance. Sylvia, a gifted musician,
teaches music and provides hospitality.
Prayer Requests:
• Ask for future direction for Lori who has arrived safely in
Spain to study at a small Bible college.
• Healing for Heidi who broke her leg when a horse slipped
and fell on her. She teaches riding in the US.
• For the MAF-Ecuador ministry. Operator’s permits have
only been issued for Ecuadorian pilots since early December.
Pray for permission to fly.
• Safety for Dan and Sylvia as they go to Haiti to help in
MAF’s flying there for 3-4 weeks.
• For wisdom as to how to proceed. They plan furlough in
September but may have to move it up to March if they aren’t
flying in Ecuador.
Jeff & Melissa
Closed Country
What do they do? Jeff & Melissa serve in a restricted access
nation, both serving as English teachers at their host univer-
sity. They focus on the 30,000 students in their town. Their
vision is to see a group of national teachers and students
meeting together regularly for worship and reaching out to
others in ministry. They seek to identify students with spiri-
tual interest.
Praises:
• Thirty+ students gave a great performance at the annual
Christmas program; an audience of 300+ gathered to see the
program.
• The program strengthened relationships among the Christian
students and some seekers took a step nearer to God.
Prayer Requests:
• Staff members were recently told that students are not al-
lowed to take part in church activities. Will the policy be
enforced? Ask God to protect the student fellowship and that
students would not be intimidated by their teachers’ threats
or negative comments.
• For a spiritual breakthrough among the faculty and staff.
(Some struggle with doubts, others feel the cost of following
Christ in their society is too great.)
• For three recently married Christian couples.
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 In January
Senior High Lock-In Friday, January 30 | 8PM-8AM
It’s a Lock-In! Come join us for a great night of food, fun, a
7th–12th Grades mystery, games and much more. Bring your favorite munchies or
Hangtimes a 2 liter drink and we’ll be set for an awesome night. For regular
Jan 25 – None—Family Night Heirborn attendees only. Chaperones/youth parents needed for
Feb 1—Super Bowl Party
this event.
Feb 8—Heirborn vs. Hub Dodgeball
Feb 15—None. Hang with your family
Feb 22—Bigger Better Night
In February
Manners-Chivalry THE BIG DATE Friday, Feb 13 | 4:45PM
Today: One Night Only. This is going to be an incredibly big group
No Hangtime…Hang with your families! date! Each of you will get a job description. Guys and girls will
be randomly paired up. Our mission: to teach manners, chivalry,
Have You? and dating do’s and don’ts. We will be having dinner at China
The clock is ticking for those of you who have NOT done the One International Buffet. Cost $12 per person.
following:
Widow/Widower Banquet Sunday, Feb 15 | 12PM | Backdoor
 Turned in your money for Acquire the Fire Our yearly tradition is back! This time with a Broadway
theme! Find a karaoke download or cd to perform. Non-singing
What’s Going On? teens are needed to serve our widows and widowers. The Bible
Dodge Ball Mondays | 6:30–8:00PM makes it clear to minister to orphans and widows, so this is a
For Moms—Moms’ Prayer Group perfect opportunity! See Howie if you need song suggestions.
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:15PM | RM 131 (Library) (JH, SH)
Facilitators: Lori Blake & Julie Harper Acquire the Fire Feb. 20-21
If you are a mother of a senior / junior high youth, this is a It’s coming to First Federated this year!!! Come hear awesome
wonderful opportunity for you to get together with other moms bands Kutless, Building 429, Everyday Sunday, and Phil Joel
for encouragement and to pray for our youth. Pick up a meal in leading worship. Not to mention the amazing speakers: Joel
Fellowship Hall and join us in prayer. Johnson, Casey Johnson and Ron Luce! Cost: $63.00. Reserve
your tickets now! (JH, SH)
Faith and Family Night: Iowa Chops Friday, Feb 27 | 7PM
Iowa Chops host Faith and Family Night. Join the youth of FFC
as we enjoy a great night of hockey. $13 per person. (JH, SH)
January
Senior High Lock-In ................................................................................................ 30
February
Superbowl party ........................................................................................................1

WEEKLY NEWSPAPER
Heirborn vs. Hub Dodgeball ..................................................................................8
The BIG DATE .............................................................................................................13
Widow/Widower Banquet ....................................................................................15
Regular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noon Acquire the Fire.................................................................................................. 20-21
Bigger Better Night ................................................................................................ 22
We prefer that items be submitted electronically!
Faith and Family Night: Iowa Chops ................................................................ 27
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quoted in good faith and believed to be free for circulation or public domain.
Newspaper Staff:
Managing Editor ....................................John C. Stark (jstark@FirstFederated.org)
Production Artist ................................................................................ Lynne McKee
Missions Editor .......................................................................................Jean Crabbs
Prayer Bulletin Editor ............................................................................Julie Denger
Printing ................................................................................................Karl Johnson
Folding, Cutting, & Distribution ......................... Robert W. Marean & Bob Hulling

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 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
KZ Church
It’s day three for all of our AGENTS IN
ACTION! Today we learned how telling
lies can cause lots of trouble for us and for
others around us. However, when we are
honest, people know that they can count It may be cold outside,
on us. God’s Word in Matthew 19:18 says, but it’s not too early to think
“Do not steal, do not give false testimony.” about summer camp. Just imagine
Parents, ask your children how smelly the great times…swimming in the lake,
goat skins and a good meal got Jacob into singing around a campfire, meeting new friends,
really big trouble with his brother and his dad. learning more about the God who created and loves you! Early
bird registration deadlines (and discounts) are as early as Febru-
ary 15 for some of the quality Christian camps in our area.
For more information:
Camp Appanoose www.CampAppanoose.org
Twin Lakes Christian Center www.twinlakescc.com
Hidden Acres www.hacamps.org

AWANA
Last Wednesday night our AWANA kids chose a few special
people to be the recipients of tasty pies. It was all good, clean (or
should we say MESSY!?) fun for the kids and their good-natured
leaders. Now, don’t you wish you were an AWANA leader??

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 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
Wednesday Night Meal Sympathy
Fellowship Hall | 5-6:15PM Our sympathy is extended to those in our church family who
Children (age 2-12) $2 | Adults $3 | Family $10 have lost a loved one recently:
Make reservations on the Care & Communication Card or call the
church office before noon on Mondays. Steve Canakes at the death of his mother, Dorothy Canakes,
Jan 28: Pizza, Tossed salad, Dessert on January 19
Tonya Niday at the death of her grandfather, Marv Neutron,
Open Doors to Our Community on January 21.
Sunday, January 25 | 9AM & 12PM
After our worship services, the Clothes Closet, Food Pantry, New Church Family Directory Available
and Treasure Chest will be open to tour. Check out how we at FFC A current church family name, address and phone directory
can be practical to those in need in our community. These are is available in the Auditorium and Franklin Hall foyers as well
volunteer-run ministries in our church that help hundreds in the as in the church office. Please help yourself to one directory per
Des Moines area each year. household.
Enjoy some treats and see how God works through these
ministries and how you can be involved. The Treasure Chest is
located directly outside the south black doors from the audito-
rium The Food Pantry and Clothes Closet are located in the west
gym hallway (across from room 120).

Congregational Meeting
Sunday, February 8 | 6:00PM | Franklin Hall
Sunday, February 8 at 6PM, a
congregational meeting will be
held in Franklin Hall. The purpose
of the meeting will be to take final
action on the recommendation of
the elders and Pastor Mike to close
the office of deaconess and approve
wording changes to the constitution
that reflect the same. During the
See page 3 for more information.
meeting an update will be shared
about the elder and deacon nomina-
tion process, as well as a financial
update, including the status of our debt. Scott Johnson, Elder
Chair and Tom Hefner, Business Administrator will conduct the
meeting.

January
Open Doors to Our Community (Near East Gym | 9am& 12pm) ................................ 25

February
Congregational Meeting (Franklin Hall | 6:00pm) .........................................................8
Making the Most of Moments Together (Fellowship Hall | 7:00pm).......................13
Beth Moore Classes Start.......................................................................................19
Acquire the Fire................................................................................................. 20–21
FFC Board Elections................................................................................................ 22
Alpha Begins (Backdoor | 6:00–8:30pm) ......................................................................... 23

March
Daylight Savings Time Begins ...............................................................................8
Congregational Meeting ...................................................................................... 29

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