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Guests!
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Alike / Not Alike

By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
A number of tests like the ACT and the SAT have questions in
which the test taker is required to identify objects or words from
a group that are alike or not alike. For example, in this group of
numbers: 4, 6, 9, 10, 14, and 18, the number 9 is not like the other
numbers as they are all even numbers.
So here is one for you: What do Scott Longstreet, Bob Sorensen
and Terry Stark have in common? How are these three men alike?
All three: are men, live in Iowa, are married, have children,
are members of First Federated Church…Those are the easy ones.
All three men are also: Elders of FFC, have extensive experience
in discipling / mentoring other men, and all three have agreed
to share some of their experiences at the FFC men’s retreat
September 26 – 28 at Twin Lakes Christian Camp! Men, this is an
Men’s Retreat Details
experience you do not want to miss!
Date: 6PM Friday, Sept. 26–
In building up the church in the New Testament, Paul understood
Noon Sunday, Sept. 28
and modeled this process of discipling and mentoring. In the
Location: Twin Lakes Christian Center
second letter Paul wrote to Timothy, he encourages, “So, my son, Manson, Iowa
throw yourself into the work for Christ. Pass on what you heard
Cost: $75 (limited financial assistance available)
from me—to reliable leaders who are competent to teach others.”
Transportation:
(2 Timothy 2:2 MSG)
Car pool from FFC
Come to the men’s retreat and leave with a specific strategy
Focus: Come with a desire to grow spiritually;
to invest your life in another man to further God’s plan for the leave with a practical plan to pour your
world…and for you! life into the life of another man and have
another man invest himself in you.
Share Your Faith Registration:
through Alpha Begins Sunday, Sept. 7

Our next Alpha course begins Monday,

September 8th, at 6:00PM in the Back
Door. The Alpha program is designed to
help your neighbors, co-workers, family
members and friends understand your
faith. Stop by the table in the foyer and
pick up an invitation to invite someone to
join you for an engaging series of discus-
sions about life and eternity. It can change their life forever.

Congregational Meeting All Church Picnic | Fellowship at the Park

Tonight | 6:00PM | Auditorium
We encourage all members to participate in this
important meeting in which we approve the operating
budget (Sept. 2008–Aug. 2009) for First Federated Church.
Childcare provided for newborns through 4 years old.
Sunday, September 7 | 4:00-7:00PM
Raccoon River Park, 2500 Grand Ave, in West Des Moines
Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs, swim suits, and outdoor
games. Ice cream sundaes and beverages will be provided.
Come for a great time with our church family.

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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 auditorium foyer.
Reception Center Registration
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recently started attending First Federated Church, we cordially
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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
invite you to join our church family.

If You Have Children Visit the Children’s

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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 service 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–2nd graders attend the first part of the 10:45 worship service with their families
and then are dismissed through the large black doors at the front of the auditorium
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.
3rd & 4th graders attend the worship service to listen and learn with their families.
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 service.
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
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 center com-
munion table at the front of the auditorium following this morning’s service.
Members of our church leadership stand ready to serve you.

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Shawn Johnson Wins NOTES
Gold Medal Sunday, August 24, 2008
8:00AM & 10:45AM | Pastor Mike Rose
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries Step Away from the Edge: Financial Fall Out
This past week Shawn Johnson,
the dynamic gymnast from West Des
Moines, won an Olympic Gold Medal.
Throughout the competitions, com-
mentators have talked regularly about
the discipline required to practice
a specific skill thousands of times
before an athlete perfects it.
More than a century ago, Horace
Mann, often considered the father
of American public education, raised the value of disciplined
routine as he set out to reform American education. Mann said,
“Habit is a cable; we weave a thread of it each day, and at last we
cannot break it.”
What Olympic champions know…what educational pioneers
know…is what you need to know as a parent…proper habits,
disciplined routines, and establishing boundaries are critical to
who your child will be when he/she leaves your home.
As Pastor Mike instructed last week, the edge of the moral
abyss is creeping into our homes and our lives. Your respon-
sibility as a parent is to help your child establish those habits,
routines, and boundaries that will serve him / her throughout a
lifetime.
The church is here to equip you and
support you as you do this. It is your
responsibility, as Proverbs 22:6 tells to
point your kids in the right direction
so when they’re old they won’t be
lost (MSG). God has given you the
responsibility and privilege of training
your child to be a righteous member
of God’s kingdom and a productive
member of society.
In order to equip you to do this, we are offering two special
classes to help you develop the ability to guide your child/chil-
dren in establishing the habits and boundaries that will help
them lead godly lives. Page seven has details of these Sunday
morning and Wednesday evening electives. Take advantage of
these opportunities to grow in your ability to lead your children

Deacon of the Month

Larry Dunlap, 255.2122 ext 139
Our Deacons stand ready to help with the physical needs of the
members and attenders of this fellowship. Should you have a
short-term, emergency need, do not hesitate to call the church
office and leave a message for the “Deacon of the Month.” This
ministry is made possible by your gifts to the Deacons’ Fund.
Deaconess of the Month
Jane Christiansen | 957.8054
Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in
areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a
listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Jane.

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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
Our Encouragement (In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &
“Such things were written Regular Attenders)
in the Scriptures long ago to Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
teach us. And the Scriptures
give us hope and encourage-
ment as we wait patiently
for God’s promises to be
fulfilled.”
Romans 15:4

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 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Beth Hanna
Mission Board: CAM International
Location: San Juan del Rio, Qro., Mexico
What does she do? Beth’s ministry involves
Bible studies, speaking at women’s confer-
ences, creating and providing new Spanish
ministry resources to Christian workers
in Mexico including lessons, Christian
music, books, Bibles, etc. at discounted prices. Beth and her
late husband Ken served for many years in Mexico. After his
death she returned to serve alongside her Mexican and mis-
sionary friends. Beth is the daughter of the late Arthur and
Velva Phillips and the sister of Elaine Weller.
Praises:
• For the blessing and encouragement of four construction
teams who left a big impression on their community out-
reach center.
• Encouraging comments on the web page from around the
Spanish-speaking world.
Prayer Requests:
• For church members as they follow up on children who ac-
cepted Christ and reach out to their families.
• For Beth’s continued work on the OBREROFIEL.COM web
page.
• For safety and fun in activities as she entertains family this
month.
• For an in-depth Bible study for ladies beginning in Septem-
ber. Preparation for a ladies’ Bible study at Salamanca Bible
Church on Sept. 20th.
Tim & Martha
Closed Country
What do they do? Tim serves in a medical setting with the
goal of making disciples as well as assisting in beginning a
church planting movement among the indigenous population.
They visit local friends, regularly giving out the JESUS
Film, DVDs, New Testaments, Bibles or other Scripture
portions. Martha serves as a part time bookkeeper and visits
local women.
Praises:
• For safe arrival after a short home assignment.
Prayer Requests:
• For Tim as he resumes hospital duties.
• For the schooling of their children.
• For seeds to grow and barriers to come down among the
50+patients who take the Gospel of Luke and the JESUS
Film DVD.
• For wisdom in speaking and boldness in witness.
• For the family as they grieve the loss of Tim’s mom.
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Vaughn & Jennifer
Closed Country
What do they do? Vaughn and Jennifer work with a team
involved in tsunami reconstruction and community develop-
ment. They have appropriate technology equipment—earth
block presses and earth pulverizers—to build sufficient ca-
pacity for the two communities they are serving. The family
is working on improving their ability to communicate in the
heart languages of the neighborhood and country. Jennifer is
the daughter of John and Ruth Roskam.
Praises:
• For healthy children.
• Opportunities to share God’s Word clearly and repeatedly
with some key people.
Prayer Requests:
• For their friends to be adopted into the family of God
through visions and dreams.
• For additional funds needed to cover the cost of long term
visas for the family.
• Wisdom for Vaughn in relationships and as he oversees proj-
ects and production teams.
• For Jennifer as she begins school for their 3 oldest children.
• For local playmates with whom their children can relate.
John & Atts DeVries
Mission Board: Mission India
Location: Michigan/India
What do they do? John De Vries
founded and was former President
of Mission India, based in Grand
Rapids, Michigan. The mission
partners with over 500 indigenous
Indian denominations and missions.
They train these partners in church
planting, adult literacy, Scripture
distribution and VBS evangelism in
target areas throughout India’s 14 states. The DeVrieses seek
financial and prayer partners from the US to support national
pastors for church planting.
Praises:
• For 330 leaders and staff in India.
• For the millions of children who attended Children’s Bible
Clubs this summer.
Prayer Requests:
• For God to thwart efforts of those in fundamentalist groups
who are attempting to persecute the church out of existence.
• Protection for leaders working under the threat of death.
• For construction of the training facility in India, which will
greatly increase the ministry’s capacity to equip believers.
• For the 200,000+ people on the waiting list for Mission
India’s Adult Literacy Classes.
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 ADULT GROUPS
Sunday Mornings | 9:15AM
Groups for All Ages
Upcoming
See the Adult Sunday brochure for complete listing or below.
MONDAY
Concerts of Prayer Alpha
Wednesday Evenings | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108 Mondays | September 8–November 10 | 6:30–8PM | Back Door
Facilitator: Couples & Staff
The HUB (18–30 years old)
Sundays at 9:15AM— Fellowship and
worship in the HUB
Monday at 7:00PM—Ladies’ Bible study
HUB
SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING
Tuesday at 7:00PM—Men’s Bible study in the HUB
In Alpha you can meet others at a wonderful
meal, view an engaging video, and ask questions,
both simple and complex, about the faith we
have. Alpha is a wonderful way to experience the
Wednesday at 7:00PM—HUB band practice - Come and play! freshness of God as you investigate foundational
issues about what you believe. During the course
Women Alone Serving
HUB
Aug 28 | 10AM | Craft Room | NW Senior Citizen Center on Franklin

SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING

a number of questions are offered and discussed.
These include questions such as: Who is Jesus? Why did Jesus
die? How can I be sure of my faith? What about the Holy Spirit?
Does God heal today? This is an ideal environment in which to
bring a friend.

TUESDAY
Women in the Word
Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith
Tuesdays | September 9–May | 9–11:00AM | Room 100 & 131 (Library)
Facilitators: Cheryn Huber and Ramona Gibbons
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs) Study Guide $10
Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships This book is designed to provide a personal
are a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith. look at the lives of key characters found in
We have a variety of opportunities available that include: the Bible. The theme Following God is one
that emphasizes the importance of building a
Sundays | 9:15–10:30AM
The HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244 relationship with God and living a life totally
STUDY: Take Your Stand: Studies in the life of Daniel surrendered to His leading.
Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 1224–1226 MOPS—Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251 Tuesdays | September 9–May 2009 | 9:00–11:00AM | Fellowship Hall
STUDY: Way of the Master: Learn how to impact the eternity of others $6 per meeting | Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month
Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 1240–1241 Facilitators: Miriam Hager, 251.6964, & Lisa Rhodes, 274.0832
STUDY: Revelation: The Apocalypse--book of blessing & cursing MOPS is unique in its focus on mothers of preschoolers and
Koinonia (all ages) | Room 1252–1253 understanding the needs of these critical years. MOPS offers
STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances encouragement, relationships, and programs to meet the needs of
Ezra (All ages) | Room 1118 mothers. Child care provided.
STUDY: Verse by verse study of the Bible
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247
STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances
THURSDAY
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105 Beth Moore Study
Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255 Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John
STUDY: One anothers Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 9:10–11:10AM | Room 108
W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116 Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108
STUDY: II Chronicles & Daniel: Develop Solomon’s wisdom and Daniel’s faith Facilitators: Catherine Erickson (morning) & Vickie Blair (evening)
Study Guide $15
Women (all ages) | Room 208
As the other disciples were martyred one by
Worship | Room 1125
one, John remained to write his sublime Gospel
STUDY: James: Endurance through trials develops a mature faith
proclaiming Jesus’ identity as the eternal Word of
Prayer (all ages) | Room 100
God. In his three letters, John left a legacy of divine
Ecclesiastes | Room 1238–1239 | Biblically Measured love to ignite the passion of future believers. And
STUDY: Learn about life and faith from the wisest man who ever lived.
while exiled on Patmos, John recorded his risen
Lord’s glorious revelation of victory and hope.
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Groups Sign-up in the foyer today to join a group!
WEDNESDAY
For Parents/Grandparents—
Parenting is Heart Work
Wednesdays | September 10–October 29 | 6:30–8PM | No Charge
Facilitators: Hunsbergers & Stufflebeems
Learn how to give day-to-day instructions in a way that builds
cooperation and responsibility. Hear practical ideas for connect-
ing with your kids emotionally so that their hearts will be soft
and teachable. When parents change, children change. You’ll love
the difference!
The Way of the Master
Wednesdays | September 10–October 29 | 6:30–8PM
Study Guide $5 | Facilitator: Terry Stark
This brief series will equip you to effectively
make the gospel make sense to those you care
about. Learn to bypass the intellectual debates and
speak directly to the heart—the way Jesus did.
For Women—Vision of His Glory
Wednesdays | September 10–October 22 | 6:30–8PM | Study Guide $7
Facilitators: Deb Crivaro & Jane Lanz
Much more than a study of prophecy, Anne
Graham Lotz’s passionate study of the Book of
Revelation looks into its awesome imagery to
reveal a majestic picture of Jesus in all His glory.
You will discover that Jesus is your only source
of true hope, comfort, and courage for the future.
This video-based study presents rich biblical
lessons that are both practical and encouraging
for believers facing the challenges of life.
For Women—Falling in Love with Jesus
Wednesdays | Beginning October 29 | 6:30–8PM
Study Guide $12 | Facilitator: Sharon Johnson
If you are not in a deep love relationship and
feel like flipping the switch when the topics
of romance, weddings, and marriage come
up—don’t! Though love songs will be sung and
romantic stories told, we are using these as par-
ables to help you understand the best romance,
which is your relationship with Jesus, the ultimate Bridegroom
for all believing women, whether you are single or married.
For Men—Quest for Authentic Manhood
Wednesdays | September 10 – December 3 | 6:30–8PM
Study Guide $10 | Facilitator: Allen Peterson
Men—join this exciting, uplifting study and
discover the adventure that God intends for
you. The Quest for Authentic Manhood is more
than just a title. It describes the very hopes and
challenges we face as Christian men. Today,
more than ever, we need to be connected with
other men who can help us become all that God
First Federated Church
made us to be. We need to be encouraged, held accountable, and
challenged. This study focuses on your core identity and gives an
overview of basic manhood issues.
For Men—Winning at Work and at Home
Wednesdays | September 10 – October 29 | 6:30–8PM
Study Guide $10 | Facilitator: Aaron Baugher
If you’ve experienced the Quest for Authentic
Manhood study, this study is the next step for
you! For most men, happiness and satisfaction
are locked up in two words—work and home.
This study gives you a game plan for winning
in both areas. You’ll get the tools to build (or
rebuild) your confidence, expand your vision,
develop successful life strategies, and improve your performance
in your relationships at home and in your job.
For All—Ministry of Prayer
Wednesdays | September 10—On-going | 6:30–8PM
Facilitator: Pastor Mike Rose
Spiritual revival begins one heart at a time.
As we seek God’s working in our individual
lives, community and world, join with others for a rich time of
praising God through prayer and seeking His leadership as we
move to impact our world for His glory.
For Moms—Moms Prayer Group
Wednesdays | September 10–Ongoing | 5:30–6:15PM | Rm 131 (Library)
Facilitators: Lori Blake & Julie Harper
If you are a mother of a senior/junior high youth, this is a
wonderful opportunity for you to get together with other moms
for encouragement and to pray for our youth. You can pick up a
meal in Fellowship Hall and join us in prayer.
SUNDAY
For Parents—Parenting Your Teenager
Sundays | Begins September 14 | 9:15AM
Facilitator: TBD
Identity questions...emotional tur-
moil…rebellion…welcome to the teenager’s
world. And if you’re their parent, you’re
already in it. Help your teenager overcome
hurts, become less rebellious, and discover
their true identity. Parenting Your Teenager
equips moms and dads to recognize common patterns, plan
effective strategies, and build character. This six week course
features relationship experts Les and Leslie Parrott. And, in 24
gut-level interviews, parents and teens talk openly about rebel-
lion, conflict, pain, and identity. If you have a teenager, you won’t
want to miss these sessions!
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Hangtimes
August 24—No Hangtime,
Congregational Meeting 7th–12th Grades
August 31—Iowa Cubs Game
Sept 7—Church Picnic
Sept 14—SMT Auditions
In August
TODAY: No Hangtime, Congregational Meeting
Iowa Cubs Game | Aug 31
We will head to the I-Cubs vs. Omaha Royals 1:05 game.
Please pay Howie or at least contact him today if you plan to join
us for this game. We’ll leave immediately following the 10:45am
worship service and grab a bit to eat McDonalds on the way to
the game. Play ball!
In September
Meals for the Heartland | Sept. 6 | 9:30AM
We need 24 teens, parents and/or
youth leaders to help create readily trans-
portable meals to be shipped to starving
and malnourished children in Belize, El
Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica and
Nicaragua. Meet us at HyVee Hall in
downtown Des Moines as we serve to-
gether. Please see Howie or John Porter if you would like to help.
Dodge Ball | Sept. 15 | 6:00-7:30PM
Yep! We’re bringing it back! We will be having weekly match-
ups on Monday nights, 6:00-7:30PM. Parents and youth leaders
are welcome too! (basically anyone who loves dodge ball). Look
for Heirborn vs. Hub match-ups during the school year!
SMT Auditions/interviews | Sept 14
Be sure to fill out an application by Sunday Sept. 1st, then
pray about how God would have you serve in the 2008–2009
school year. You can serve on Worship Team, Greeting, Prayer,
Follow-up, Events, Media, and Drama Teams. Let God lead as
you commit to serve.
Beaverdale Parade | Sept 20
Join us on this day for the Beaverdale parade as we work
together as a church to run our float. This year’s theme is “Going
Green.” We will need help decorating the float as well—see Todd
Pierce to help. Report at 8AM.
Youth Family Potluck | Sept 28
Join us in Fellowship Hall and bring a covered dish to share.
We will meet briefly to discuss the upcoming ministry year at
Heirborn and also get updates on your family’s contact info.
Prayer card photos will be taken that day to help our church pray
for each student.
First Federated Church
Upcoming
Revolve Tour | October 3–4 | Deposit Due!
Teen girls are invited to
join us for this year’s Revolve
Tour (The teen version of
Women of Faith). We have
pre-purchased 20 tickets and
are now looking for teens
that would like to secure
their spot. To do so, please
submit a $20 deposit (nonre-
fundable) to Pastor Howie by Wed., Sept. 13. Total cost is $90,
including hotel, a lunch, and registration. The actual conference
is Oct. 3rd and 4th, in Minneapolis, MN. Moms, we need you as
chaperones/drivers – see Howie ASAP if you can help!
September
Church Picnic ...............................................................................................................7
SMT auditions/interviews .....................................................................................14
Beaverdale Parade .................................................................................................. 20
The Gathering (Backdoor).....................................................................................21
See You At the Pole ................................................................................................ 24
Youth Family Potluck ............................................................................................. 28
October
Revolve Tour (Minneapolis, MN)......................................................................3–4
SMT meeting ................................................................................................................5
Bonfire at Stufflebeems’ ........................................................................................12
Family Fun Night ..................................................................................................... 24
Paintball ...................................................................................................................... 26
November
Movie Night | Madagascar 2 ...................................................................................2
JH Blitz ............................................................................................................................7
SH Turkey Trek (Retreat) ................................................................................. 14–16
Turkey Fest ..................................................................................................................16
Howland Home—Football .................................................................................. 30
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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
Thank a Teacher
Next Sunday is the last Sunday of
We’re Thinking Fall…
and we’re hoping you are too! It’s time to register your kids
the summer session in our Children’s
for Wednesday night programs, which begin on September 10.
Ministry. Some teachers and helpers
Come to the table outside the gym before or after Sunday School
will be changing roles for the school
TODAY, to pick up registration forms and purchase materials
year, while others will remain with
for Puggles, Bible Buddies and AWANA. Then you’ll be able to
the same classes. Now is a great time
“PASS GO” on that busy first evening of Church Family Night.
to let your teachers know how much
Hooray!
you appreciate them! Send them a card
or note or bring them a flower or even Need to know more? Sure! Here goes!
some cookies…and don’t forget a hug! Puggles is for 2s and young 3s while Mom and
Children’s Ministry volunteers are Dad are busy in other Wednesday night programs
GREAT! at FFC. The evening is full of Bible stories,
snacks, crafts, music and play and uses great new
curriculum from AWANA.
Bible Buddies is for boys and girls who
are 3 (by September 15, 2008) or 4 and not

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES yet in kindergarten. These preschoolers

are learning Bible stories and memorizing
Bible verses as well as enjoying crafts,
MOPS | Moppets games and music.
If you love children, here is your chance to help in the MOP- AWANA Sparks are in kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades.
PETS program. For more information, contact Mary Bleadorn at Their evening consists of
279.2637. large group council times with
Bible lessons and applications
Hand Bell Choirs (and some crazy characters,
Come on and ring a bell with us this fall and winter. No too), small group time to work on
matter if you are experienced or just beginning, we have a bell for handbooks and memory verses and
you. We rehearse before the regular Wednesday night activities game time in the gym. Special theme
that begin at 6:30PM. Contact Bill Roland, 707.7407. nights like “Hawaiian Night” and
“Pie in the Face Night” and seasonal
parties make for extra fun throughout
Financial Report the year.
Attendance 08/17/08 General Fund Offering The 3rd and 4th graders continue in the AWANA program
8:00AM .........................................238 Last Week with their own T and T club.
10:45AM ........................................619 Weekly Need ........................$34,889 And how about those preteens? You’ll find the 5th and 6th
graders in Xtreme PM.
Budgeted Missions: Offering ................................ $29,902
Get ready for fun and
Year to Date: 9/1/07-present Shortage.............................. ($4,987) learning preteen-style! The
Need ................................... $267,843 Year to Date: 9/1/07-present games are crazy. The food
Offering ..............................$266,583 Need .................................$1,779,339 is plentiful and the studies are geared to meet the interests and
Shortage...............................($1,260) Offering ...........................$1,667,396 needs of kids who are growing in their faith and have plenty of
Mortgage Shortage............................($111,943) great questions.
Current Balance .................. $663,611 Don’t miss Wednesday nights as a family this fall!
Next Payment September 25

Concerts of Prayer
Wednesday Evenings | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108

First Federated Church 9 Sunday, August 24, 2008

 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
August Thank You
Congregational Meeting | Budget (Auditorium | Sunday | 6:00PM).......................... 24 Thanks to our First Federated family for all your cards, calls,
food and especially prayers during Will’s long health battle. A
September special thanks to Bill and Clarice Green for their endless hospital
Building Closed for Labor Day ..............................................................................1
visits, prayers, loving concerns and encouragement. I will miss
Meals from the Heartland (Hy-Vee Hall) ...............................................................1–9
All Church Picnic .........................................................................................................7
Will terribly but know where he is. In Christ’s love, Jan Short
Women in the Word Begins.................................................................................... 9
Wednesday Night Activities Begin ....................................................................10
Beth Moore Study Begins .....................................................................................11 Highlights from the
HUB Retreat
The River Kick-Off (Chapel | Sundays | 10:45AM) ...........................................................TBD
Beaverdale Parade .................................................................................................. 20
Men’s Retreat .....................................................................................................26–28
Have you ever been to Lake Panorama in Panora, Iowa? It is a
beautiful setting for a retreat – especially so when it is held at the
And You Thought You lovely home of Judy Lundy.
A great group of HUB students joined our staff and retreat
Were Hungry! speaker, Aaron Baugher and family, for a day of both spiritual
and physical refreshment.
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries Great food, entertainment on the lake, and a challenge to con-
If you are like me, your stomach rumbles at certain points sider an honest relationship with God and each other highlighted
during the day. Just like clockwork, it sounds the alarm to be fed. our retreat schedule.
However, delaying Our thanks are extended
lunch for 30 minutes to Judy for her gracious
is not a hardship, hospitality, to Aaron for his
especially in passionate teaching, to the
consideration of what HUB staff for their excellent
the rest of the world preparation, and to all the
experiences. students who joined us on
In the United Saturday, August 9.
States, 11.7 million
children live in house-
holds where people
have to skip meals
or eat less to make
ends meet. Worldwide
statistics are much
worse. More than 862
Sign-Up to Serve!
Wednesday, September 3 | 6:00-8:30PM
million people in the Saturday, September 6 | 9:30am-12:00PM
world go hungry. One Saturday, September 6 | 7:30-10:00PM
child dies every five
seconds of starvation or malnutrition related disease. So being
hungry for a few hours is nothing compared with the millions of
people around the world who wake up every day wondering if
they’ll have anything to eat.
You can change this reality. We will be participating in Meals
from the Heartland September 1–9 at HyVee Hall in downtown
Des Moines.
In this serving effort, teams of 8–10 people will join together
to package over 3 million life-sustaining meals that will be
delivered to starving and malnourished children in Belize, El
Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica and Nicaragua.
You can help with an investment of only 2½ hours.
To learn more, come skip lunch with us today, 12:15–1:15PM,
in Fellowship Hall. You’ll get a little taste (literally) of what we’ll
be doing and you’ll have an opportunity to sign up for a team.
For more information about this ministry go to:
www.MealsFromTheHeartland.org.

First Federated Church 10 Sunday, August 24, 2008