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And You Thought You Were Hungry! Men—Who’s Got Your Back?
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
If you are like me, your stomach rumbles at certain points Buried in the pages of the Old
during the day. Just like clockwork, it sounds the alarm to be fed. Testament is a story of a young king
However, delaying lunch for 30 minutes is not a hardship, espe- who trusts the wrong crowd. His
cially in consideration decision ultimately splits up the
of what the rest of the Kingdom of Israel.
world experiences. David’s son, King Solomon dies
In the United and his son, Rehoboam, takes the
States, 11.7 million mantle of leadership (1 Kings 12). Fol-
children live in house- lowing a significant temple-building campaign, the people appeal
holds where people to the new king for some relief from their labors. The counselors
have to skip meals of Solomon, Rehoboam’s father, counsel Rehoboam to lighten the
or eat less to make load of the people. However, Rehoboam’s younger buddies brashly
ends meet. Worldwide counsel him to make the people work even harder.
statistics are much Rehoboam follows the advice of his young comrades. His
worse. More than decision ultimately splits God’s people into two separate na-
862 million people in tions—Judah and Israel.
the world go hungry. The young king followed the wrong advice. He trusted the
One child dies every wrong crowd to have his back.
five seconds of starvation or What about you? Who’s got your back? Does anyone? Will
malnutrition related disease. they come through in a pinch?
So being hungry for a few To answer these questions and identify a godly (not perfect)
hours is nothing compared man to have your back, mark your calendar and make plans to
with the millions of people attend the FFC Men’s Retreat, September 26–28, at Twin Lakes
around the world who wake Christian Camp. During this weekend you will be given the op-
up every day wondering if portunity to connect with a guy who can help you walk through
they’ll have anything to eat. some of the challenges guys like you face on a daily basis.
You can change this real- Clear your schedule for September 26–28 to be part of this
ity. We will be participating life-changing weekend!
in Meals from the Heartland
September 1–9 at HyVee Hall Alpha’s Impact
in downtown Des Moines. Three of the four adults baptized last Sunday
In this serving effort, indicated that the Alpha course played an
teams of 8–10 people will important role in the development of their faith.
join together to package over Which of your neighbors, co-workers, family
3 million life-sustaining members, and friends could be impacted in
meals that will be delivered much the same way?
to starving and malnourished children in Belize, El Salvador, Alpha begins Monday, September 8!
Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica and Nicaragua.
You can help with an investment of only 2½ hours.
To learn more, come skip lunch with us on Sunday, August 24,
12:15–1:15PM, in Fellowship Hall. You’ll get a little taste (liter-
Congregational Meeting
ally) of what we’ll be doing and you’ll have an opportunity to August 24 | 6:00PM | Auditorium
sign up for a team. We encourage all members to participate in this important
meeting in which we approve the operating budget (Sept.
For more information about this ministry go to:
2008–Aug. 2009) for First Federated Church.
www.MealsFromTheHeartland.org. Childcare provided for birth through 4 years old.

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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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If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, we
invite you to join our church family.

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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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Stepping Away from NOTES
the Edge Means…
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
Sunday, August 17, 2008
8:00AM & 10:45AM | Pastor Mike Rose
Step Away from the Edge: How Close to the Edge Can I Live?

As Pastor Mike mentioned last Sunday, we are designed to

live with spaces of margin in our lives. This time is beneficial for
rest and renewal. Having margin also allows us to spend quality
time with God. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, here
are some steps to help you continue to grow closer to God and
build His kingdom.

The Love [GOD] List

DAILY
• Connect with God in prayer
Philippians 4:6—Be anxious for nothing but in everything by
prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be
made known to God.
• Connect with God in the Bible
Psalm 119:105—Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my
path.
WEEKLY
• Connect with God in worship
Matthew 11.28—Come to me, all who are weary and heavy-
laden, and I will give you rest.
• Connect in relationship with an unbeliever
Matthew 22:39—You shall love your neighbor as yourself.
• Connect with believers individually or in a group
Proverbs 27:17—Iron sharpens iron,so one man sharpens
another.
MONTHLY
• Connect with God for one uninterrupted hour
Psalm 46:10—Be still and know that I AM God.
• Connect with the world through ministry
Hebrews 13:16—Do not neglect doing good and sharing, for
with such sacrifices God is pleased.
YEARLY
• Mark the milestones of your spiritual journey
Ephesians 5:15–16—Therefore be careful how you walk, not as
unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because
the days are evil.
• Plan for the year ahead
Isaiah 32:8—The noble man devises noble plans; and by noble
plans he stands.

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
(In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &
Regular Attenders)
Our Encouragement Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
“And so Lord, where am
I to put my hope? My only
hope is in you.
Psalms 39:7

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 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Paul & Violette Bridgman Vic & Gwen
Mission Board: TEAM Closed Country
Location: Akaiwa, Japan What do they do? Having ministered for 19 years with another
What do they do? The Bridg- mission, Vic and Gwen now provide biblical training for
mans serve as church plant- Christians serving across cultures. They serve multiple
ers who have established agencies and organizations through workshop coordination,
Sanyo Grace Church. coaching and mentoring. They focus on working with emerg-
They reach out through ing Asian organizations and facilitators as well as supporting
evangelistic meetings, a ground golf club, English classes, established North American partner organizations working
American culture, Bible and cooking classes. Paul, the son in the region.
of missionary parents, was born and raised in Japan. Kevin Praises:
attends high school at Christian Academy in Tokyo. • For great times of fellowship and encouragement as they
Praises: interact with church friends.
• For record church attendance in July. • For good talks regarding their ministry as they consider and
• For the opportunity to purchase land that their church can plan for the future.
afford. Prayer Requests:
Prayer Requests: • That they will be completely open to the Lord’s leading and
• For the Elder Board of their mother church as they research direction as they develop aspects of the ministry.
the land—for their approval to buy in September. • For facilitators involved with workshops, that they will be
• For the $300,000 goal to be met to build Sanyo church. led by the Lord as they interact with participants.
• For planning effective evangelistic events—they will have a • For participants to integrate God’s Word into their hearts and
nationally known Christian special speaker on Sept. 28. lives.
• Personal financial support and special needs for Kevin’s • For Gwen as she plans and develops a women’s ministry
education. event later this year.

Peter & Marta Hocking Arden & Helen Steele

Mission Board: Mission Board: SIM International
Segadores (Reapers) Location: Cochabamba, Bolivia
Location: Lima, Peru What do they do? At the Center for
What do they do? Peter directs the Transcultural Training, located
Segadores Missionary Associa- in Coachaca Missionary Training
tion; teaching, counseling and center, Arden works with their
training national missionaries with the goal of sending them son, Jonathan, preparing and mentoring Bolivian missionar-
to unreached tribes in Peru. Segadores has planted several ies called by the Lord to reach the still unreached. Helen’s
churches. Both are involved in counseling ministry. Peter, ministry is teaching first grade at the Carachipampa Christian
one of the founders, grew up in Peru as the son of missionar- School, running the church nursery and ministering from their
ies. Marta, raised in Venezuela, is the daughter of our first home. Together they are premarital counselors.
FFC missionary, Edna Dade. Prayer Requests:
Praises: • CCS still lacks the teachers needed for this school year.
• On July 7 Peter celebrated his 70th birthday, grateful to God Urgent need is for 6th grade teacher and science, math and
for His goodness. English teachers in the high school.
Prayer Requests: • For God’s empowerment to serve the staff, students and par-
ents of the school as well as His wisdom to handle the extra
• For the faithful, capable national leaders as they relieve Peter
teaching loads.
of much of the load of leadership. Ask for wisdom and cour-
age in their new roles. • For the health of the staff—there are no substitutes.
• For Marta as she is involved in a counseling and encourag- • For wisdom in dealing with responses to the August 10th
ing ministry. referendum vote and its possible effect on the country.
• Funds for Peter to attend an important leadership forum in • Preparation for the start of school on August 18th.
Costa Rica in September.
• For Ashaninka tribal churches to be delivered from animistic
practices that are holding them back.

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M-Fuge Report July 20–27
To see additional photos and testimonies visit www.FirstFederated.org

Pastor Howie (Michael Howland) Nick Maples

I am so proud of all that were involved When I first decided to go
in our trip to M-fuge. I am thankful for our to Canada on this mission trip
church family and I am awestruck by the faith- it was six weeks before they
fulness of our God. The Lord moved mightily were going to go. So I thought
all throughout the preparations for this trip, that I would have to pay for
during our ministry time there, and continued it right out of my pocket and
to work in our hearts as we returned. In our that I might not be able to
own group of 41, we saw one get baptized, go because I would not have
another rededicate their life to Christ, and yet enough money. But then at the Motor Fest, John Porter asked when
another evaluating their life and the potential was I going to send out a support letter. I had no idea what he was
call to missions, either full time or part time. All of the partici- talking about, so he explained it and then I made some up and sent
pants were stretched beyond their comfort zones and they just them to a lot of people that I knew. They either committed to pray
shined! I was thrilled to watch the outreach that happened. Our or send money to help me. When it was about a week left I had
group took it upon themselves to reach out to one another, caring almost all the money I needed but was still $28 dollars short. Then
for one another’s spiritual needs throughout the week. The group my mom got a call from some friends to come and pick up a check
also worked hard to reach out to those they were ministering to. that was for $30 dollars, so with that my prayer that God would
Some made their first attempts to have a spiritual conversation help me get enough money to go came true.
with those they did not know, others shared the gospel for the During our time there the M-Fuge leadership tried talking to a
first time, and others learned that even the most simple and lady about Jesus and she would not even converse with them about
understated ministry task is still very much just that: ministry! it. Two other boys and I were talking to her and she asked us for
Our team served by doing painting, construction and yard work, a Bible and if she could pray. So we said sure. We all bowed our
by creative arts ministry, children’s ministry and/or games and heads and she prayed. We were then asked to sign her Bible show-
recreation. No matter where teens and adults were placed, they ing her who gave it to her. Then one of our leaders talked to us
served wholeheartedly, trust- afterwards and told us that they have been trying to get her to pray
ing that this was where God for 2 years and she would not even talk with them. That was really
called them. I personally was cool and I will remember that for the rest of my life.
burdened for the people of
Canada, especially since, for Caleb Fisher
the first time, there were min- This was my first trip and it was more
istry sites where we were not fun than I anticipated it would be. I was
allowed to share the gospel. in the children’s ministry/ VBS track.
Yet we were allowed to show We were able to share our faith with the
the love of Jesus to those we games we did. For example, one day we
came in contact with. I feel had the kids draw with chalk and have
that God was reminding me the children indicate what was important
that as important as it is to to them. Then we explained how the
share the gospel, which I love children were important to God and how
to do, it was equally important much He cared for them. I also joined the craft and song time,
to meet physical, emotional helping as needed. We reviewed Bible verses with the children as
and spiritual needs. The min- well. The parents even came to watch our VBS, which I discov-
istry of presence and listening ear ered was yet another way that we were a witness to the families.
was a large portion of the ministry I found quiet times throughout the week to be a time of
God called me to do. As you read comfort for me. I normally don’t do devotions, but after this trip
in the testimonies, God provided I have been excited to do it every day. Devotions at M-fuge really
financially, He provided just the encouraged me to grow deeper as I attempt to apply God’s Word
right team members at just the to my life. I found that the worship and sermons were just what I
right time, and He provided His needed to keep me going at M-fuge, helping me to give my best
strength, and He so faithfully to God. I also got reacquainted with many kids in my own youth
worked in and through us. We are group that I would never have bothered talking to before. With
still seeing the results of what He one of my best friends not going on the trip, it gave me the op-
has done today. God is so good! portunity to talk to and make relationships with many other kids.

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 Paige Harper
I really wasn’t sure about
going to Canada when I
signed up to go. I had no idea
what we were doing there,
or if I was going to like it at
all. Plus, I really wanted to
go back to Mexico this year.
But God pushed me out of
my comfort zone and I went.
The third day we were there,
I got very sick and wasn’t able to go to the ministry site. I was
mad at God because I wanted to go out and share His word. I
had no idea what he was doing and why he was keeping me from
going to do ministry. The next day I didn’t feel much better, but I
couldn’t stand lying in bed all day again. So I went and didn’t feel
well at all. I tried really hard to hide it, and to give God 100%
even though my body wasn’t giving 100%. And then I went to
ministry the rest of the week, but I still didn’t feel well. But after
a whole week to think about it, I decided to let it go, knowing that
God had some reason for making me sick, I just didn’t know what
it was. I learned a lot about how God always has a plan, and even
if you don’t know what it is, it’s going to happen that way. So just
trust Him, because He knows what He’s doing.
Matt Epp
Canada was a great
experience because I grew
spiritually and built great
relationships with other
people on the trip. It gave
me a motivating reminder
that a quiet time with God is
important and should be at the top of our list every day.
In Canada, I also had some great experiences hanging out
with the people at the nursing home and daycare. It brought to
mind that when you show the love of Jesus to these people, you
are doing it to Him and building up treasures in heaven.
This trip also showed me that we need to
worship God all the time in the back of our
minds. Every choice we make that obeys
God’s commands worships Him. While
music isn’t the only way to worship God, it
was great worshiping Him through music
at M-Fuge and experiencing His presence
with us.
First Federated Church
Randy Maurer
The M-fuge experience was one of the most fulfilling and
rewarding times in my life. For me it was life changing. I’m so
grateful to the people of First Federated and others outside our
church body that made it possible for my son and me to go on
this trip with others from our church. God is so faithful. This was
a chance to get out of my comfort zone and to serve the Lord in
ways that I couldn’t imagine. It was truly amazing to see how
God used each and every one of us. And it was a thrill to see
our teens used in a way that brought glory and honor to God.
This trip was not about us, but about God and how he used each
person and their gifts for His kingdom’s work. What I enjoyed
most about the trip was the chance to get to know our teens
and what was going on in their lives. Each evening we had the
opportunity to meet in groups and share about what happened
that day. It was so amazing to hear our teens’ experiences and
the love they have for one another and the friendships they made
with people from other churches. While we were there, four
children came to know the Lord as their personal Savior. What
an awesome experience. This trip will be forever etched into my
heart and mind. I want to thank Pastor Howie for the wonderful
job that he has done with our youth and the privilege to be with
him on this missions trip. I can truly say that I’m a survivor and
I would encourage anyone if they ever thought about going on a
mission trip to just go for it. You’ll be blessed. Thank you, my
First Federated family, for this opportunity.
Jacob Kucera
First of all, I thought it was really cool how open the youth
group was with telling each other prayer requests and how every-
one was praying for their requests during the Canada trip.
I was helping with Vacation Bible School that week and it really
didn’t feel like it was really work because I wasn’t sharing the
gospel directly or building churches, but I was planting seeds in
the kids’ lives by getting them excited about learning about God.
I also went to a local Goodwill and helped with sorting all the
clothes and stuff that came in. First, we had to look for stains and
rips and if there weren’t any, we’d have to smell them to see if
they smelled like cigarette smoke, mold or anything else stinky. I
have allergies so that wasn’t too fun, but the manager was really
grateful that we helped her out!
I met some great people from other churches around the US
that were going to M-Fuge and that was pretty fun too.
In the end I thought it was a good investment and I think we
really helped the people of Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It was
really fun, and I’m looking forward to the next missions trip.
7 Sunday, August 17, 2008

Hangtimes
August 17—Baseball
or Soccer in Tower Park 7th–12th Grades
August 24—No Hangtime, Congregational
Meeting
August 31—Iowa Cubs Game
Sept 7—Church Picnic
Sept 14—SMT Auditions
In August
TODAY: I-CUBS! | August 17
I-Cubs against the Omaha Royals. We leave the second that
our worship service is over and head to the 1:05PM game. Cost
is $10 per person. Also be prepared to make a QUICK stop to
McDonald’s along the way. Bring your sunscreen! PLAY BALL!
Prayer Walk | August 20 | 6-8PM
Head to your own school campus and spend time praying for
the upcoming school year and how God will use you to reach
your campus for Him. Prayer Guides will be available for you to
pick up in the BackDoor.
In September
Meals For The Heartland | Sept. 6 | 9:30AM
We need 24 teens, parents and/or youth leaders to help
create readily transportable 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 together. 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 team, 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 the 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 (nonrefund-
able) to Pastor Howie by next 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 Stufflebeem’s ........................................................................................12
Family Fun Night ..................................................................................................... 24
Paintball ...................................................................................................................... 26
November
Movie Night | Madagascar 2 ...................................................................................2
JH Blitz ............................................................................................................................7
SH Turkey Trek (Retreat) ................................................................................. 14–16
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)
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 have a variety of opportunities available that include:
Sundays | 9:15–10:30AM
The HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244
STUDY: Take Your Stand: Studies in the life of Daniel
Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 1224–1226
STUDY: Names of God: Grow closer to God by understanding His names
Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251
STUDY: Way of the Master: Learn how to impact the eternity of others
Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 1240–1241
STUDY: Revelation: The Apocalypse--book of blessing & cursing
Koinonia (all ages) | Room 1252–1253
STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances
Ezra (born in the 1940s) | Room 1118
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247
STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105
Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255
STUDY: One anothers
W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116
STUDY: II Chronicles & Daniel: Develop Solomon’s wisdom and Daniel’s faith
Women (all ages) | Room 208
Worship | Room 1125
STUDY: James: Endurance through trials develops a mature faith
Prayer (all ages) | Room 100
Ecclesiastes | Room 1238–1239 | Biblically Measured
STUDY: Learn about life and faith from the wisest man who ever lived.
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Sunday Mornings | 9:15AM
Groups for All Ages
See the Adult Sunday brochure for complete listing or below. We’re Thinking Fall…
and we’re hoping you are too! It’s time to register your kids for
Concerts of Prayer Wednesday night programs, which begin on September 10. Come
Wednesday Evenings | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108 to Room 143 before or after Sunday School TODAY or next

worship in the HUB HUB

The HUB (18–30 years old)
Sundays at 9:15AM— Fellowship and

Monday at 7:00PM—Ladies’ Bible study

SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING
Tuesday at 7:00PM—Men’s Bible study in the HUB
Sunday, August 24, to pick up registration forms and purchase
materials for Puggles, Bible Buddies and AWANA. Then you’ll
be able to “PASS GO” on that busy first evening of Church
Family Night. Hooray!
Need to know more? Sure! Here goes!
Wednesday at 7:00PM—HUB band practice - Come and play! Puggles is for 2s and young 3s while Mom and
Dad are busy in other Wednesday night programs

HUB
UPCOMING GROUPS
SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING
Sign-up in the foyer for a group this fall
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
starting August 24. are 3 (by September 15, 2008) or 4 and not
yet in kindergarten. These preschoolers
Beth Moore are learning Bible stories and memorizing
Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John
Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 9:10–11:10AM Bible verses as well as enjoying crafts,
Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 6:30–8:00PM games and music.
As the other disciples were martyred one AWANA Sparks are in kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades.
by one, John remained to write his sublime Their evening consists of
Gospel proclaiming Jesus’ identity as the large group council times with
eternal Word of God. In his three letters Bible lessons and applications
John left a legacy of divine love to ignite the (and some crazy characters,
passion of future believers. And while exiled too), small group time to work on
on Patmos, John recorded His risen Lord’s handbooks and memory verses and
glorious revelation of victory and hope. Just game time in the gym. Special theme
as Christ took John on a lifelong journey nights like “Hawaiian Night” and
into the depths of His love, He will do the same for you. The “Pie in the Face Night” and seasonal
Bridegroom’s love is unmatched and inexhaustible, and He is parties make for extra fun throughout
waiting to lavish it on you, His beloved. the year.
The 3rd and 4th graders continue in the AWANA program
Women in the Word with their own T and T club.
Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith And how about those preteens? You’ll find the 5th and 6th
Tuesdays | September 9–May | 9–11:00AM | Room 131 (Library) graders in Xtreme PM.
Are you looking for a Bible study with a Get ready for fun and
little less pressure and a little slower pace? learning preteen-style! The
We invite you to join us as we fellowship, games are crazy. The food
study and share concerns in prayer. The $12 is plentiful and the studies are geared to meet the interests and
workbook will take us through the entire year. needs of kids who are growing in their faith and have plenty of
Questions? Contact: great questions.
Cheryn Huber, cherynhuber@mchsi.com, Don’t miss Wednesday nights as a family this fall!
Ramona Gibbons,
madgmapa2@iowatelecom.net.

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

First Federated Church 9 Sunday, August 17, 2008

 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
August Sympathy
Congregational Meeting | Budget (Auditorium | Sunday | 6:00PM).......................... 24 Our sympathy is extended to those in our church family who
have lost loved ones recently:
September Jan Short at the death of her husband, Will Short, on August 10
Building Closed for Labor Day ..............................................................................1
Meals from the Heartland (Hy-Vee Hall) ...............................................................1–9 Family and friends of Ellen Ulm who died on August 13
All Church Picnic .........................................................................................................7
Women in the Word Begins.................................................................................... 9 Thank You
Wednesday Night Activities Begin ....................................................................10 I’d like to give a big thank you to all of you who visited,
Beth Moore Study Begins .....................................................................................11 called, and sent cards during my eight-week hospitalization and
The River Kick-Off (Chapel | Sundays | 10:45AM) ...........................................................TBD rehabilitation for two major surgeries. You’ll never realize how
Beaverdale Parade .................................................................................................. 20 much your prayers have meant to me. God bless each one of you.
Men’s Retreat .....................................................................................................26–28 Vi Thurmond

A Step of Obedience
Praise God for those who followed the Lord in believers’
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES baptism on Sunday, August 10, at First Federated Church!
Lonnie Davison Jane Minnick
Tucker Schoenewe Mary Lou Thompson
MOPS | Moppets
If you love children, here is your chance to help in the MOP- New members received on August 10
PETS program. For more information contact Mary Bleadorn at The following people were received into the membership of
279.2637. First Federated Church during the morning worship service last
Sunday, August 10. As you have opportunity, please extend a
Hand Bell Choirs warm welcome to them.
Come on and ring a bell with us this fall and winter. No Vincent & Mary Berardi
matter if you are experienced or just beginning, we have a bell for 3215 SW 39th St. | Des Moines, IA 50321
you. We rehearse before the regular Wednesday night activities Lonnie Davison
that begin at 6:30PM. Contact Bill Roland, 707.7407.
1308 46th St. | Des Moines, IA 50311
Joe Heasley
Financial Report 1909 Locust St. | Granger, IA 50109
Attendance 08/10/08 General Fund Offering Denise Knoedler
8:00AM....................................... 233 Last Week 7705 Hickman Rd. Apt. 35 | Des Moines, IA 50322
10:45AM ...................................... 675 Weekly Need ........................$34,889 Randy & Danielle Smid
Budgeted Missions: Offering ....................….…$27,239 545 78th Pl. | W Des Moines, IA 50266
Year to Date: 9/1/07-present Shortage.................. …..…($7,650) Duane & Mary Lou Thompson
Need ...................................$262,496 Year to Date: 9/1/07-present 717 NE 5th St. Apt. 107 | Ankeny, IA 50021
Offering .............................. $262,743 Need ................................ $1,744,450
Overage ..................................... $247 Offering ...........................$1,637,494 60th Anniverary Celebration
Shortage...........................($106,956) With hearts full of joy we join with our parents, Chuck and
Mortgage Edith Underwood, in celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary
Current Balance .................. $703,923 on September 5th. God has blessed our families with their loyalty
Next Payment August 25 and faithfulness throughout their marriage.
Love, Nancy and John Maehl, Beth and Paul Womacks,
Anne-Margaret and Rick Underwood, Sheryl and Bill Under-
WEEKLY NEWSPAPER wood, MyVan and Tri Minh Dang
Send your greetings to: Chuck and Edith at 110 Ashland Ct., Waukee, IA. 50263
Regular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noon
We prefer that items be submitted electronically! Mississippi Cruise
A group from Friendly Fellowship is cruising up the Missis-
E-Mail: NEWSPAPER@FirstFederated.org
sippi on Thursday, September 18. This is a “Big Band” cruise
All submitted items are subject to submission guidelines and editorial review by with era music. All inclusive cost is $100. Sign up/payment due
the church staff. FFC reserves the right to edit submissions for length. by August 17. May sign up later if seats are available. Call Mary
Disclaimer: Jo Staniger at 210.0022.
First Federated Church does not claim to own any copyright privileges on items Please note: This cruise is not sponsored by First Federated Church. Contact Mary Jo
printed in this newspaper, unless otherwise stated. All items published are for info on how to write your check.
quoted in good faith and believed to be free for circulation or public domain.

First Federated Church 10 Sunday, August 17, 2008