Welcome

Guests!
Please see page two
for important information
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

FFC’s Hands & Feet Serve Many

Even during these perilous times, last
Sunday nearly 20% of you made a com-
Hands and Feet
Serve someone in need by selecting one of the opportunities below
… Shut-in couple in their 60’s in w. des moines,
both with cerebral palsy, would appreciate a plate
of cookies and someone to talk to, also aA ride to
church anytime in the next month.

mitment to serve members of our body

and dropping this card off as you leave today.

… Widow in mid-70’s on south side of town

seeking assistance in packing for upcomming … Single mom on eAst side is working two paper
routes and a part-time job to provide for her son

who are in need. That is a tremendous, move. 3–4 Hours on a Wed. or Sat. in the next
couple of weeks. All materials provided.
and herself. Would appreciate a meal and prayer
any night in the next two weeks.

…
God-honoring response of service!! … Single
Widow in 80’s in w. des moines needs help mom on eAst side with one son is
packing for move to assisted care facility. Anytime seeking employment and would appreciate a meal
in next two weeks. All materials provided. and prayer anytime in the next two weeks.

We are in the process of matching …
Provide a meal (a casserole that would last for
several meals is fine) for single disabled woman in
uRBAndALe. Deliver any day in next two weeks.
… Single mom of three teenagers seeking
employment would appreciate a meal and prayer on
noRth side of town anytime in next two weeks.

those of you who responded with those

Frozen meal is ok…she can heat up.

… Several families have been without jobs for months

… Single lady in her 60’s, legally blind, handicapped
and recovering from ankle surgery could use a
and have been diligently seeking work. We will
collect $20 cash cards to Dahl’s, Hy-Vee, QT and

who have the most urgent needs first.
casserole delivered to her home (FRAnKLin
CouRt APts neXt dooR). Could be delivered
any Wed. or Sun. in next two weeks.
Kum & Go to help them make ends meet during
this downturn. One or more cards delivered to
the church office in the next two weeks will be

We will continue until we get everyone

forwarded to these families.

… Single dad of four children would appreciate a

meal delivered any weekend (or an invite to lunch
at your home after church) over next four weeks. … Our food pantry is at a low level due to high
demand. Provide a food box with cereal, canned

who responded engaged in using the talents and treasures God

BeAVeRdALe AReA. goods, bread, tuna, peanut butter/jelly, mac ‘n’
cheese, ramen noodles, pasta and sauce. Bring to

… Shut-in couple in 80’s neAR ChuRCh would the church office in next two weeks.

has entrusted to your stewardship. appreciate a plate of cookies and someone to

talk to. my Contact information
Name: ________________________________________

Based on this overwhelming response, it …may take 3 or 4

BeAVeRdALe AReA shut-ins in their 80’s would
like help organizing their basement after a flood Phone:___________________________
necessitated their moving boxes around. Husband
Email: ________________________________________
on dialysis. Three hours, time is flexible.

weeks to get all of you engaged. We have a team of volunteers Questions? Contact John Porter, JPorter@FirstFederated.org, 255.2122.

working hard to make this happen. New & Improved Classroom Space
If you were not here last week or didn’t get one of these forms, By Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities Manager
you can pick one up at the welcome center outside the audito- We’ve been looking to improve our functional space for
rium, or in the foyer of Franklin Hall to discover some ways God the Youth & Children’s Ministries but resources have not been
can use you to serve others in our body. available to make that a reality. The Lord has seen fit recently to
provide the resources to change that situation. We are going to
remodel the existing area identified as classroom suite #152 (N of
Serve Others in Beaverdale the Back Door). Work will begin within the next couple of weeks.
Neighborhood Flyer Distribution This area was previously leased to DM Christian School for
March 28 & April 4 | 10–Noon kindergarten classrooms and most recently used for general stor-
Last Sunday there was an exceptional age. The individual classrooms are going to be converted to open
response to those with physical/material needs. space and configured to be a multi-use area. The primary users
To reach the spiritual needs of our neighbor- will be the Youth Ministry (Jr. High) and Children’s Ministry.
hood, we are going to invite our neighbors to The space will also be available to other small groups and for
our Easter service. On Saturdays, March 28 and special functions.
April 4, 10–noon, we will gather at the church A special team was assembled to insure the best design and
and visit the neighborhoods surrounding our church to distribute development of this area. The room is designed to handle current
a flyer encouraging people to join us for our Easter celebration. uses, plus it preparations are in place for future opportunities.
Mark your calendar now for this important serving opportunity. Members of the staff and Deacons thoroughly reviewed the remod-
Families, individuals, ABFs, small groups, this is an impor- eling proposal details and recently approved it.
tant way to get involved in reaching out to those who live in our One of our member families is graciously financing the major-
FFC area. ity of costs associated with this project. A small group of vol-
unteers has also stepped forward to help with some of the tasks.
We will finance the balance of costs from the Facilities–Capital
Special Prayer Community Improvement Account. This account was specifically set up in
a worship based prayer gathering our General Budget for this type of project. Your regular giving
to the General Fund is helping make this improvement a reality.
Wednesday, March 18
The remodeling phase of this project will take several weeks
6:45–8:00PM
to complete. We’ll provide you with an update when it’s ready for
Franklin Hall
occupancy. Special thanks to the donor family for giving above
No Regular Wednesday and beyond their regular giving as well to the volunteers for the
Night Activities
giving of their time and talents to make this project a success.

Volume 10 Number 42 First Federated Church 1 Sunday, March 15, 2009

 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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please take a moment to do so. This allows us, as a church family,
to better know your needs and how we can serve you. The Care 111C

and Communication Card is located inside this newspaper. Just fill PARISH 1164
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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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 NOTES
Sunday, March 15, 2009 | Series: Love All | Serve All
8:00AM Traditional & 10:45AM Celebration | Pastor Mike Rose
Title: Don’t Withold, Be Bold.
10:45AM The River | Pastor Curt De Graaff
Title: You Can Make a Difference

Deacon of the Month

Paul Womacks, 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
Donna Stanger | 963.1331
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 Donna.

WEEKLY NEWSPAPER
Regular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noon
We prefer that items be submitted electronically!
E-Mail: NEWSPAPER@FirstFederated.org
All submitted items are subject to submission guidelines and editorial review by
the church staff. FFC reserves the right to edit submissions for length.
Disclaimer:
First Federated Church does not claim to own any copyright privileges on items
printed in this newspaper, unless otherwise stated. All items published are
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, Heidi Nelson
Missions Editor .......................................................................................Jean Crabbs
Prayer Bulletin Editor ............................................................................Julie Denger
Printing ................................................................................................Karl Johnson
Folding, Cutting, & Distribution ......................... Robert W. Marean & Bob Hulling

First Federated Church 3 Sunday, March 15, 2009

 ADULT GROUPS
WOMEN—You Sunday Mornings | 9:15–10:30AM
are invited to the Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)
Women’s Associations Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships are
a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith. We
62nd Birthday Party! have a variety of opportunities available that include:
Thursday, March 19
The HUB (ages 18-24) | Room 244
6:00PM | Free
The Channel (ages 25–35) | Room 149
Fellowship Hall Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 215
To make reservations contact Mary Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251
Bleadorn, 279.2637, or Pat Harker, Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 1240–1241
262.3396. Koinonia (all ages) | Room 1252–1253
Ezra (all ages) | Room 1118
About the Women’s Association
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247
The First Federated Women’s Association offers women an
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105
opportunity for fellowship and provides a means to study and Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255
apply the Bible to all areas of life. Additionally, women are W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116
exposed to international missions and encouraged to serve others. Women (all ages) | Room 208
If you are seeking this type of experience with a small group Men (all ages) | Room 210
of women, now is the time to act. If you are interested in joining Worship | Room 1125
us please feel free to contact Mary or Pat at the above phone Prayer (all ages) | Room 100
numbers by Wednesday. Ecclesiastes (all ages) | Room 1238–1239
S.H.A.P.E. (all ages) | Room 108
Great Bible Study for Women
The study book for the Women’s Associa- Wednesdays | 6:30–8:00PM
tion is Giving God Your All. It is full of scrip- Join us in prayer, fellowship and fun as we connect with others
tures to help us understand how to completely and grow in our faith. We have a variety of opportunities avail-
give ourselves to God, taken is from Romans able that include:
6:13. If we want to have our relationship with For All—Prayer Community
God deepen and flourish, we have to entrust Ongoing | Rm 1244–1247 | Facilitator: Pastor Mike Rose
our lives to Him. This study will help you Special Prayer Community | Spring Break: March 18 | Franklin Hall
learn what the Bible says about trusting God No other regular scheduled activities March 18.
and being able to say, “Not my will, but Yours
For All—S.H.A.P.E.
be done.”
The book (cost $9) will be available at the Women’s Associa-
Started March 11 | Room 108
tion birthday party on March 19, at 6:00PM in Fellowship Hall. For Moms—Moms’ Prayer Group
Ongoing | 5:30–6:15PM | Rm 100
For Women—Living in Love with Jesus
Started January 21 | 6:30–8PM | Rm 100 | Facilitator: Sharon Johnson
Card Ministry
Ongoing | 1:00-3:00PM | Rm 139 | Facilitator: Carol Fugere

Other Groups
Experience, investigate, build and grow in your faith. We have
opportunities available during the week that include:
Women in the Word
Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith
Tuesdays | January 6–April | 9:00–11:00AM | Rm 100 & 131 (Library)
(Spring Break—Women in the Word will meet!)
Beth Moore
Thursdays | February 19–April 2 | Room 108
(Spring Break—March 19—No Beth Moore)
9:10–11:10AM | Catherine Erickson
6:30–8:00PM | Vickie Blair
Childcare is available for the morning class.
MOPS—Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month | 9:00–11:00AM | Fellowship Hall
$6 per meeting | Facilitators: Miriam Hager, 251.6964, & Lisa Rhodes, 274.0832
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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

First Federated Church 5 Sunday, March 15, 2009

 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Mike & Brenda McCalley
Mission Board: Campus Crusade for Christ
Location: Poulsbo, Washington
What do they do? Mike and Brenda are
involved in administration, recruiting,
training, and sending with StoryRun-
ners. Their ministry is targeted towards unreached people
groups who have little or no written language. StoryRunners
use story-telling techniques to translate 40-60 Bible stories
specifically for each people group, giving them an oral Bible
in their own language.
Praises:
• Brenda’s heart medications have been effective following a
September ’08 heart attack.
• New believers were recently baptized in villages in Central
Asia, where teams have been sharing God’s stories; more
home churches are developing.
Prayer Requests:
• For funds for Brenda to participate in her third training and
outreach trip to Central Asia, March 26 to April 23.
• For her team’s plans to visit more villages, sewing centers,
women’s prisons and the leper colony.
• For their leadership training for women; the teaching of
a new set of 30 Bible stories that specifically speak to the
needs of women; good health and safety.
Chaplain Jerry & Patty Van Cleave
Mission Board: Polk County Jail Ministry
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
What do they do? Jerry is Chaplain at
the Polk County Jail in Des Moines.
There are approximately 1200+
inmates and 385 employees in the
Sheriff’s office. The ministry is
confronted daily with the struggles
and burdens of those who are incarcerated. Jerry oversees the
ministry and volunteers, serves among Deputy Sheriffs and
Detention Officers, seeks support from churches and video
tapes Sunday Service messages.
Praises:
• Inmates are requesting Bibles and they are being read.
• There are record numbers getting up on Sundays and watch-
ing the services.
Prayer Requests:
• For a Deputy who needs a kidney transplant.
• For a volunteer to oversee the new clothes closet minis-
try—for donations of men’s and women’s clothes and shoes.
(515.875.5711)
• For donations of the Left Behind series in paperback and 2
Hispanic sets.
• For a Hispanic man to do Bible studies.
First Federated Church
Jeff & Melissa
Location: Closed Country
What do they do? Jeff and Melissa serve in a restricted access
nation, both serving as English teachers at their host university.
They focus on the 30,000 students in their town. Their vision is
to see a group of national teachers and students meeting togeth-
er regularly for worship and reaching out to others in ministry.
They seek to identify students with spiritual interest.
Praises:
• For their attendance at an outdoor wedding of two former
students-- in -32 F degree weather.
Prayer Requests:
• Classes have begun again—ask for a breakthrough among
the teachers on their campus.
• For Melissa to have opportunities to share with a Muslim friend.
• For 2 young men who have been coming to the student fel-
lowship regularly—Lucas and Max.
• For wisdom in adapting materials for a dating/marriage class
for students that attend the fellowship.
• For the salvation of Auntie Chen.
Tim & Iris Loomans
Mission Board:
Global Recordings Network
Location: Krasnoyarsk, Siberia
What do they do? The Loomanses
desire to make known clearly
the truth of Jesus Christ to every
ethnic group in Siberia. As a
team they are involved recording messages of salvation in
the heart language of 32 ethnic groups. The recordings are
distributed by partnering with Russian churches, missionar-
ies and others. They work to train national missionaries to
serve in Siberia and the former Soviet Union.
Praises:
• For the opportunity to house sit while they wait for their
house to be finished.
• For Rustam (formerly Muslim, Tatar language) and family
as they move to the village of Ossenavyi Muis, 600 km north
of Loomanses.
Prayer Requests:
• For Rustam, Lena and their children (1 mo and 2 years) as
they use the Tatar language to reach several Siberian people
groups in the area with the Gospel.
• For Tim, Rustam, Igor and Alexei as they travel to remote
areas, meet new people and seek recording partners; for
open doors.
• For Iris, Steven and Jonathan at home—without a team in
the area.
• For the provision of volunteers to help finish their house/
office; provision of electricity.
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Hangtimes
Mar 15—None. Hang with your families
Mar 22—80’s Night at Freymark home
Mar 29—Monsters vs. Aliens movie
Apr 5—SMT Meeting
Apr 12—None. Easter
Apr 19—Nursing Home Night
Today:
No Hangtime, hang with your families.
What’s Going On?
Dodge Ball Mondays | 6:30–8:00PM
For Moms—Moms’ Prayer Group
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:15PM | Room 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. Pick up a meal in
Fellowship Hall and join us in prayer.
Mexico Mission Trip Meetings
April 5, 19, 26 | May 3, 17 | June 7, 14 Attendance is mandatory.
In March
Spring Break Service projects March 17-19
7th–12th Grades
3 days, 3 projects. Come make a difference during your break
and serve. We will have more information very soon regarding
which local ministries we will be serving…stay tuned!
8o’s Theme Night at the Freymarks March 22
Let’s head to the Freymarks’ home for an 80’s themed Hang-
time! Bring munchies to share (see Howie for ideas of munchies
popular in the 80’s) and award a prize for the best 80’s inspired
costume!
Monsters vs. Aliens Movie March 29
Carpool to Jordan Creek food court for lunch and then meet
us for a 2PM-ish showing of the movie! (JH, SH)
In April
Grimes Rock Climbing Event April 3
We will meet at Climb Iowa (a NEW course in Grimes) and
we’ll climb 6:30–9PM. Cost: $18 per person. You can check out
the new course at www.climbiowa.com. (JH, SH)
Camping Getaway April 17-18
Camping, fishing, hiking, cook out and more! We will send
you more details as to campground location, etc. as the day draws
closer. Campfires, worship and s’mores are a must—don’t miss
out! (Free event!) (JH, SH)
Nursing Home Reprise April 19 | 6:30–7:30PM
Let’s head back to Calvin Community to simply hang with the
residents. We’ll likely play games together and get to know them
better—hear their stories and share some of your own. Coffee
afterwards? (Always FREE to serve!) (JH, SH)
Mexico Mission Training/Special Speaker
April 26 | 12:30PM | Backdoor
If you are planning to go to Mexico, come to this mandatory
meeting and stay for an ice cream social and hear from a mis-
sionary who will encourage you with their experience in the
mission field. This is also open to teens who aren’t planning to go
to Mexico, but would love to hear the speaker.

Financial Report
Attendance 3/8/09 General Fund Offering
8:00AM ....................................... 170 Last Week
10:45AM ...................................... 785 Weekly Need ........................ $34,419
Budgeted Missions: Offering ............................... $32,267
GOT A WORK PROJECT? Year to Date: 9/1/08–present
Need………… ............. $146,424
Shortage..............................($ 2,157)
Year to Date: 9/1/08–present
Put us to work! Those going on the upcoming mission Need ....................................$929,313
trip to Mexico (over 50 participants) need to raise $875 Offering ..............................$128,254
Shortage…….................($ 18,169) Offering .............................$870,722
each. Work projects are needed to help earn their support.
Shortage…... ...................($ 58,591)
Teams will be available on Saturdays, 8:00 AM –5:00 PM. Please Mortgage
contact Susan Rushing at 771.4782 for details. Your support Current Balance .....................$97,543
is greatly appreciated. Next Payment March 25

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 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
KZ Church
The Children’s Ministry will
Today in KZ Church we talked about trouble in the be takin’ a break next Wednesday
church. Now, don’t be alarmed, Mom and Dad. We during Spring Break. There will be
also learned how to fix it! God’s Word in Matthew no children’s activities (Choir, Nurs-
7:12 has the answer. Check it out with your children ery, Puggles, AWANA, or Xtreme)
and then help them put God’s solution into practice on Wednesday evening. Have a super
with their friends… and brothers and sisters, too. week with your family. We’ll see you
back on March 25. Remember, you
Get Your Game On! have just a few more weeks to finish
There’s just ONE last chance to be a part
your AWANA books this year!
of Team Time ‘09! Many of the team at-
tended last week’s sessions and have already Kingdom Club at Hillis
experienced the games, special treats (yum!) Thank you to everyone who has helped make this year’s King-
and valuable learning time. We’re doing it dom Club at Hillis Elementary School such a success, whether
all again at 10:45 this morning in Fellowship by your participation or your prayers. We have had an awesome
Hall. Don’t miss out! group of helpers and kids. We’re excited to have planted seeds for
Note: The session originally scheduled for 9:15 will not be eternity. While club has ended for this school year, we plan to be
held. Y’all chose the other sessions! back at Hillis in the fall. Maybe you’ll want to be a part of next
year’s awesome team?
Summer Camps
It won’t be long now. Summer is New Arrivals
coming…really! Start planning now Congratulations to Patrick and Crystal
to fill those lazy, hazy, crazy days of Cox. Sephera ZaharaRose Cox was born
summer with good stuff for your kids. March 8 and joins big brothers David and Cadin in the busy Cox
The Children’s Ministry will be of- household. Federated great-grandparents are Larry and Mary
fering two great weeks of day camps Hon.
in cooperation with First Assembly of Congratulations also to Marge Egger, who welcomed a new
God. These camps will be for children granddaughter to the family on March 8. Baby Grace Sophia
who have completed K-6th grade. Furne lives in Clive with her parents Chris and Melissa Furne
Sports Camp June 22-26 and big brother Grant.
Creative Arts Camp July 27-31 Welcome to our Federated family, little ones!
Information is also available in the Children’s Ministry office
about camp opportunities at Camp Appanoose, Twin Lakes
Christian Center, and Hidden Acres.

Xtreme Midnight Madness

Friday, March 27 | 7:00PM–Midnight
5th and 6th graders are invited to a
night of Xtreme fun! Bring $4 for pizza
and pop, as well as a sweet snack (girls) or
a salty snack (boys). We’ll be challenging
the parents to a dodgeball game at 11:30PM.
Sign up by Wednesday, March 25 in Xtreme or call Vicki Balmer
at 276.1713.
Awana Crazy Hair Night
Wednesday, March 11

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 UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday Night Meal
Fellowship Hall | 5-6:15PM
Children (age 2-12) $2 | Adults $3 | Family $10
Make reservations on the Care & Communication Card or call the
church office before noon on Mondays.
March 18: No meal, Spring Break!
60 Plus Tuesday, March 17 | Fellowship Hall
10:30AM Program NOTE: Earlier start time | 12:00PM Lunch
This month will be the second of the movies
produced by Don Thompson. A Distant Thunder
is the next one after Thief in the Night; and it,
too, is over an hour long, so again we must begin
at 10:30AM. You’ll enjoy the story as Patty lives
as a fugitive from the ever-increasing evil of the
end times. The next two films after this one will
be shown in our April and May meetings.
The meal will be ham and potato casserole, salad, veggie
and dessert. Cost is just $3 per person. To make your reserva-
tion check the box on the Care & Communication Card or call
Colleen at the church office, 255.2122, no later than noon on
Monday, March 16.
Special Prayer Community
a worship based prayer gathering
Wednesday, March 18 | 6:45PM | Franklin Hall
No Regular Wednesday Night Activities
Women’s Association
62nd Birthday Party
Thursday, March 19 | 6:00PM | Fellowship Hall
Dinner & Special Guest: Carol Ginder
Make reservations with Colleen, 255.2122 or
with your Circle chairman by Wednesday and
bring a friend. Dinner will be provided!
FamilyLife Weekend
to Remember
March 20–22 | Downtown Marriott
For more information and to register, go to
www.familylife.com/groups/firstfeddsm
If you have additional questions, you
can contact Stan and Jeanice Anderson at
331.0020 or stan_jeanice@msn.com.
March Mission Luncheon
Sunday, March 22 | 12–2PM
Fellowship Hall
Come hear from Arden Steele, our missionary in
Bolivia.
Book Sale Sponsored by Iowa Right to Life Committee
March 25-30, 2009 (closed on Sunday) | 7 Flags Event Center
To join our efforts contact: Rhonda Phillips, 515.205.8024,
Rhondie27@aol.com, or the Iowa Right to Life Committee, 1500
Illinois St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 515.244.1012
First Federated Church
Neighborhood Flyer Distribution
Saturday, March 28 & April 4 | 10–Noon
Short term Mission
Report Potluck
Sunday, April 5 | 12–2PM
Fellowship Hall
Come hear from our team
who ministered in Dubai. More
details to come.
2009 Iowa Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, April 9 | 7:15–8:45AM
Student Seminar 9:00–9:45AM
Polk County Convention Complex, 501 Grand Avenue
Students $10 | Adults $20
Keynote Speaker: Ron “Gus” Gustafson
Turning Setbacks Into Comebacks
Music by Tom Brown & Des Moines Christian School Choir
To register or obtain more information call 515.223.1500 or visit www.
iowaprayerbreakfast.com.
March
Special Prayer Community (Franklin Hall | 6:30–8:00PM) ..........................................18
60 Plus (Fellowship Hall | 10:30AM Program & 12:00PM Lunch)................................................17
Women’s Association 62nd Birthday Party (Fellowship Hall | 6PM) .....................19
Weekend to Remember (Downtown Marriott) ..................................................20–22
March Mission Luncheon (Guest: Arden Steele | Fellowship Hall | 12–2PM) .................. 22
Book Sale (7 Flags Event Center) ...............................................................................25–30
Congregational Meeting ...................................................................................... 29
April
Short term Mission Report Potluck (Fellowship Hall | 12–2PM) ................................5
Iowa Prayer Breakfast (Polk County Convention Complex | 7:15–8:45AM) ..........................9
Easter Sunday ............................................................................................................12
9:15AM No Regular Activities
*10:00AM Reception in Foyer *Activities for nursery and preschoolers provided.
*10:45AM 90 Minute Program “Were You There?” in Auditorium
Missions Conference “Catch a Glimpse” ................................................... 18–25
CEF Dessert Banquet with Beth Nimmo (Franklin Hall | 7:00PM) ...................18
Missionaries in Regular 9:15AM Groups ......................................................18
Special Mission Focused Worship (8:00 & 10:45AM) .......................................18
Bill Pedrick in Concert (Auditorium | 6:00PM) .......................................................19
Malaysian Market (Fellowship Hall | 5–6:30PM) ..................................................... 22
Women’s Association & Women Missionaries (Fellowship Hall) ............... 23
Faith in Action/Spring Clean Up (9–Noon) .................................................. 25
May
National Day of Prayer..............................................................................................7
Oakridge Neighborhood Kid’s Fishing (Waterworks Park) ................................ 30
June
NICHE Conference (Network of Iowa Christian Home Educators) ..................................5–6
Neighborhood Flyer Distribution & Prayer Walk..........................................10
Capital Park Mexico Mission Ministry ...............................................................13
Mexico Missions Trip ....................................................................................... 19–28
Father’s Day Service (Special Guest: Chris Creighton, Drake University) ............................21
Sports Camp (Tower Park).................................................................................... 22–26
July
Splash Party.......................................................................................... TBD, 12 or 19
Arts Camp ............................................................................................................27–31
9 Sunday, March 15, 2009
He Hated God!
By Steve Daugherty
“On bail for second-degree burglary, strung out on dope, and
arrested for trespassing, I knew I was going to jail,” said Joseph
Montgomery of Kentucky. “At that moment, I hated God. I was
sick of my mother praying and asking God to watch over me. I
wanted God to just leave me alone.
“Every day in the jail,” Montgomery said, “I would find a
Gideon Bible lying by my bed, but I moved the Bible away from
me and told Him I didn’t want any more of His help. It seemed 18 members of First Federated serve as Gideons in central Iowa.
that all He ever did was put me in places to be tormented.
“I was hurting inside as I went to Thank you again for the
sleep,” Montgomery continued, “but opportunity to present a
when I awoke someone had placed that Gideon stewardship report this
Bible back by my bed. I thought, ‘Okay, morning. If you are interested
Lord, I will just see what You have to in contributing financially to
say,’ I opened it, and on the page where it the work, please make your
opened I read, ‘That if thou shalt confess check out to The Gideons
with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart International and place it in the
that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.’ offering plate. For cash, please
(Romans 10:9) That was all I needed to realize how bad a person use one of the generic envelopes in the pew and mark “Gideons”
I really was. I asked for forgiveness and told Him I believe He on it.
had raised His Son Jesus from the dead. If you want to support the Gideons financially, but cannot
“That was how easy it was for me to find Christ as my do so this morning, I encourage you to pick up a free Gideon
Savior!” Expressions card in the foyer. The cards are beautifully done and
deliver a wonderful message to those who have lost loved ones,

OTHER NEWS
deserve recognition, or simply need to know you’re thinking
of them. For just a $5 donation, a Bible will be placed by The
Gideons in memory or recognition of your special person or oc-
Easter Lilies—Last Chance casion. Each Bible has the potential to reach 2,300 readers during
Today is the last day to order Easter lilies its life in a hotel or motel and is then recycled and placed in a jail
to help decorate the auditorium for this or prison. No doubt Joseph Montgomery is thankful for the Bible
Easter season. Lilies can be purchased in recycled and placed in his jail cell.
honor of or in memory of a loved one. They Remember, every dollar goes to purchase and place Scrip-
will cost $10 each. You will find a table in tures. Not one penny goes for ministry overhead. Gideons cover
the foyer after Sunday services where you all our own expenses.
can place your order. You may also stop by I also encourage you to consider joining our ministry. If you
the Adult Ministries office or call Deb Boscaljon at 255.2122, have a heart for evangelism, the Des Moines North Camp, which
x153. Lilies may be taken home after the Easter morning service. includes our church, will be having a Membership Dinner on
Thursday night, April 16, where you can learn more about the
More Job Support Available ministry. Several of us will be available at a table in the foyer and
As more people face the challenge of seeking new employ- would love to greet you and discuss membership. You may also
ment, we want to make you aware of support that is available in wish to visit our website at www.gideons.org.
the community.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 8301
Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, will
be offering five specific workshops
related to employment and out-place-
ment issues.
March 19: Medical Insurance issues
April 2: Resume Writing
April 23: Interviewing Skills
May 7: Assessing the Job Market
May 21: Financial and Mortgage
Planning
For more information go to
www.gloriadeionline.com.

First Federated Church 10 Sunday, March 15, 2009