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Sunday Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37
Hymns: #396 (black) Where Charity and Love Prevail, #495 (black) Called as Partners in Christ's Service |
| This Week’s Sermon: From The Heart |
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It's the Wednesday Email!Dear Church- The Ankeny UCC church profile was posted Tuesday on the national website! Thanks to The Search and Call Committee members and all who helped to complete the profile. UCC Associate Minister Karen Georgia Thompson asks that we remain mindful of the suffering of earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria (the most recent estimates are of 11,000 dead). She shares a prayer: God of grace and mercy, there are many who are suffering loss today. Around the world and in our communities we are mourning. Today we come holding in our prayers our siblings in Turkey and Syria who are still searching and rescuing survivors and victims of this earthquake. Be present with these families and communities during this time of crisis and need. Be a source of strength and comfort through these days ahead. Help us to be present on behalf of those in need. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. For those who are interested, a link to make a donation through the UCC webpage follows. Grace and Peace,
Linda
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Sunday, February 12: 9:15am K-5 Sunday School
10:30am Worship
11:50am 6-9 Sunday School (Porch Light)
Monday, February 13 7:00pm Trustees
Tuesday, February 14 1:00pm Book Club |
| Wednesday, February 15 7:00pm Choir
Sunday, February 12: 9:15am K-5 Sunday School
10:30am Worship
11:50am 6-9 Sunday School (Porch Light) |
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A Welcoming Church Family |
| For Laura and Bruce. For Jane Underwood. For Misty, Nick, and Aggie. For Trina, Tom, Maddy, Dillon, and Nick, and their family. For Marie. For Paige. For Jeanette. For the search and call committee as the church profile has been posted and we all await hearing from interested applicants. For the thousands of victims and survivors of the catastrophic earthquake along the borders of Turkey and Syria. For the Food Bank to amend its policies depriving DMARC of its food. For travelers. For Shannon and those who loved her, especially Janet and Paul. For families mourning and premourning. For the at least 3452 people who died of COVID in America last week. |
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Exploring Progressive Christian Theology |
| The Book Club will meet on Tuesday, February 14th at 1:00pm to discuss Chapters 2 and 3. |
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| The Deacons have begun planning for Ash Wednesday. A Pancake Supper will begin at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall followed by the Ash Wednesday Service at 6:30pm. I will provide details as I receive them. |
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Caring Within |
Prayers and Pulpit Supply Schedule | We will continue with impromptu congregational prayer each Sunday. In addition, you can send prayer requests to deacons@ankenyucc.org, leave a message with the office, or place a note in the collection basket. February 12 - John Chaplin
February 19 - Sarah Trone Garriott
February 22 Ash Wednesday - John Chaplin
February 26 - John Chaplin
March 5 - John Chaplin
March 12 - Sarah Trone Garriott
March 19 - John Chaplin
March 26 - Sarah Trone Garriott |
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And Serving Beyond |
Turkey and Syria Earthquake Victims and Survivors | “We were awakened to the news of another tragedy in the global community,” said UCC Associate Minister Karen Georgia Thompson. “The impact of this earthquake on the border of Syria and Turkey was felt as far as Cyprus, Lebanon, and Greece. The death toll continues to climb in a region that is already vulnerable as a result of the more than decade long war in Syria. The UCC has issued an appeal to assist those affected in the region. Please designate International Emergency on this donation page to support this response. |
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Saving Grace: A Guide to Financial Health | This is a program to help people of faith create healthy relationships with money and possessions. Participants will move through six sessions covering such topics as saving, earning, giving, spending, and debt, along with helpful strategies for achieving a sustainable financial life. This study provides text and tools to help participants address life concerns and reach personal financial goals. Class begins Sunday, February 12th from 11:45 – 1:30 at the Christian Life Center, 710 NE 36th St, in Room 105. $30.00 (total) includes the book and pizza lunch each week. Childcare available with one-week notice. Questions? Rhonda.alessio@ankenyfirst.org. |
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Iowans for Ukrainians Fair Volunteer Request | Katie Seifert of Iowans for Ukrainians reached out to see if we would like to have a table at their fair February 24th at Fox Brewing from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Katie says they are looking for local religious organizations to participate who can share community resources with the Ukrainian refugees. If you are interested, contact Katie directly at kcseifert108@gmail.com or Sue Broadbooks at sbroadbooks@gmail.com. Iowans for Ukrainians is a 501c3 non-profit founded and based in Iowa which provides help to Ukrainians as they face the present war. While they provide funds to Ukrainians in Ukraine, this fair is focused on those who are newly arrived (refugees) to Iowa. They are seeking an array of local experts who can provide valuable information about navigating life in Iowa and are inviting various religious organizations because they provide such critical services to people. For more information, see Iowansforukrainians.org, and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Iowans4Ukrainians/ |
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| Easter clothing, decor and supplies will be accepted until April 3rd only. TAKE is continuing to accept donations only on Tuesdays and Thursdays and on the second Saturday in February. The only exception to this will be children’s clothing (K-12), which will be accepted M-F subject to the limitations below. These limitations are in place to give them time to process the many generous donations over the past couple of months. New and gently used spring clothing, jackets and footwear are now needed. Items must be clean with no stains, tears, broken zippers, pilling or odors. Donations in February will continue to be limited to the equivalent of one 18 gal. tote per donor per week. |
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Weekly Coin Collection | Ankeny Ministerial Association Travelers Fund is the designated group to receive our coin offerings for February. This fund is administered by the Ankeny Police Department and provides necessary money for people traveling through Ankeny. The fund helps pay for things such as gas or paying for a hotel room for one or a few nights in extreme weather. |
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| Ankeny UCC Is….A welcoming church family exploring progressive Christian theology, caring within and serving beyond. No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, come walk with us! | |
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