Weekly Faith Formation Opportunities:
Join us as we grow in our faith and community through fellowship and Bible study.
Sunday
Coffee Talk (8:50-9:35 am)
This class is designed to help people grow in their personal relationship with God. Through videos and discussion, we delve deeper into the topics presented in the current sermon series. This class meets September-May.
Location: Conference Room
Faith and Reason (11:15 am)
This group has a strong focus on faith and social action. They use a variety of video-based lessons, articles from various organizations, and books from noted writers and thinkers from around the world as they discuss the relationship between religious fundamentalism and democracy, equality, and human rights. Join them September-May for an invigorating discussion!
Location: Multipurpose Room
Friends in Faith (6:00-7:00 pm)
We meet the second and fourth Sunday and use the Serendipity Bible as a starting point, but you can use any Bible you have. We begin with Joys and Concerns and an opening question. Then we will read a passage and consider questions from the Serendipity Bible and have discussion. We close with a prayer as close to 7:00 as possible. If you happen to have something YOU would like to talk about, feel free to bring it up for discussion.
Location: Conference Room and Zoom
Wednesday
Men’s Weekly Study (6 am)
We read the Bible passage for the upcoming Sunday service and discuss how these scriptures relate to us and our lives. All are welcome.
Location: Panera
Wonderful Wednesday Women (10 am)
This group focuses on the scriptures for each upcoming week’s worship service as well as considering the meaningful design of the worship service and finds varying ways we can each connect to it. The group also follows along with all church studies. Contact Nicole Smith ([email protected]) for more information.
Location: Conference Room and Zoom
NEW THIS FALL
Cheer Squad
This group will support our high school youth at their various extra curricular events. From figure skating to football, volleyball to show choir, musicals, dance team, soccer and more! All members will get a t-shirt to wear to the events so our youth can spot you and know their church family supports them! Contact Nicole at [email protected] or sign up in Fellowship Hall by the bulletin board just inside the door. Schedules will be hung up on the bulletin board and members can make plans with each other to attend the various events and cheer our kids on!
Small Group Opportunities:
We have many ways that you can get plugged into our church family. Don’t see a group you are interested in? Contact Pastor Nikki to get one started.
If you are looking for a small group, Grow in Faith Opportunity Booklets are available from the church office.
The choir meets each week for practice, and shares their gift with the congregation on a rotation basis.
Contact Ilene Riitano if you are interested in joining – [email protected].
This group meets weekly, September through May. New members, high school age and adults are always welcome. We will have opportunities to come in and learn to play, as well as some small ensembles and one time performances.
Contact Ilene Riitano if you are interested in learning more about the Handbell Choir: [email protected]
This team meets monthly. All UWFaith members are welcome to attend. Each meeting includes devotions, reports from officers, and information sharing.
Contact the office ([email protected], 515-232-2750) for more information.
Our circles always welcome new members. Their meetings include devotions, a program or service project, and fellowship.
Ruth/Sarah Circle meets the second Thursday of the month, September-May in the Multipurpose Room at 1:30pm.
Silver Anniversary Circle meets the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm in the church, September- May.
Contact the office ([email protected], 515-232-2750) for more information.
Books from the UWFaith program are shared. One book is covered each month. All are welcome, even if you haven’t read the book of the month. For more information and to get connected to the current groups, contact the office ([email protected], 515-232-2750).
Will meet weekly in the Quilting Room, basement level. Interested quilters may contact the office ([email protected], 515-232-2750) for more information.
Join us monthly or create shawls on your own. Persons who like to knit or crochet at all levels are welcome. Contact the office ([email protected], 515-232-2750) for more information. “Come let’s bend threads together”
The softball team encourages all members 17+ to join the team! If softball isn’t your thing, then come out and help cheer on the team each Tuesday night. The season runs from May-July and plays other church teams in the area. Contact William Edwards, (515) 233-4266 for more information.
Are you seeking “FAITH” — Friendly, Accessible, Informed Technology Helpers? Whether it’s troubleshooting or some basic instruction, we’ll do our best to resolve your technology irritations. While we can’t perform repairs, we can advise on whether a more serious procedure might be necessary.
Remember: this is a FREE service provided by church volunteers! You can find (this kind of) FAITH via email ([email protected]) or phone (515-446-8637, text messages work too!) And if you have the technology and people skills to share — we’re always looking for more Helpers!
Naomi’s Friends is a group that was formed 20 years ago in support of women who have lost their husbands. We meet for a time of sharing and friendship. Contact Judy Roe, 515-232-5797, for more information.
Are you a young adult, looking for an opportunity to gather with others in a similar phase of life, for fellowship, conversation and faith building? Then this group is for you. We are currently meeting once a month for a meal, and small groups gather at other times for Bible study. We intend to nurture our faith in ways that are not stressful, but fit each person’s comfort level. We hope to share life’s blessings and struggles with one another, surrounded by a central faith that we work on together, and look for ways to make a difference in this world. Please contact us [email protected] if you would like to join us or would like more information.