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Guests!
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Spiritual Renewal
By Mike Rose, Senior Pastor programs and procedures are of little value. In addition to our
Next Sunday, September 7, begins our 2008/09 streamlining, simplifying, aligning and planning, we must also
ministry year. As I sought the Lord’s guidance for an attack the problem of spiritual indifference.
emphasis, He impressed on me the need for revival. As I pray, seek God’s Word and ask the Holy Spirit to help me
For many the term revival conjures up images of lead toward revival, what is it specifically that I’m hoping will
large tents with sawdust floors, fiery preachers and happen? Three things:
multitudes walking the aisle for salvation. However, revival 1. Individual and corporate renewal of obedience to the
should not be confused with evangelistic work. As one author put known will of God: There are many things we don’t have
it, “one cannot be re-vived until they have first been vived”. In to pray about. We already know what God wants us to do.
other words, “revival” is for those who belong to Christ but have We must commit to being “…doers of the word, not hearers
become dull, asleep, disinterested, or inactive in the things of only.” James 1:22
God. More precisely, revival is renewed interest after a period
2. Individually and corporately being drawn into a deeper
of indifference or decline.
experience with Christ: It is all too easy to stay with
It is the assessment of the elders, pastoral staff—myself
surface, shallow stuff. Jesus said we need to “…hunger and
included—that while there is much religious activity and an ad-
thirst after righteousness…” If we do, then “…we will be
herence to Biblical doctrine, a renewed passion for God will help
filled.” Matthew 5:6.
us move past the decline that has plagued our church for some
time. We are currently analyzing many aspects of the ministry 3. Individually and corporately developing a deeper con-
and making plans for new initiatives to be put into play. However, cern for the spiritual condition of our community: We
if we get all of the technical stuff right, but lack the spiritual must turn our eyes outward with greater concern for the
heart for God and our fellow man, then all of the right planning, community around us. They have many issues, but their
greatest need is the saving grace of Christ Jesus.
I believe that First Federated
Share Your Faith needs revival and that God wants Renew our:
through Alpha to bring it. Therefore, the elders,
staff and I have chosen Spiritual
• Passion for Jesus
• Relationships
Our next Alpha course begins Monday,
Renewal as the emphasis for the • Focus on Christmas
September 8th, at 6:00PM in the Back Door.
2008/2009 ministry year. In the • Vision
The Alpha program is designed to help your
box to the right you will find the • Faith
neighbors, co-workers, family members and
seven areas of focus to which we • Heart for Others
friends understand your faith. Stop by the
will give our attention. Please join • Service
table in the foyer and pick up an invitation to
me in prayer that God would renew
invite someone to join you for an engaging series of discussions
our hearts with a passion for Him, our community and each other.
about life and eternity. It can change their life forever.

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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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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.

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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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 NOTES
Sunday, August 31, 2008
8:00AM & 10:45AM | Pastor Mike Rose
Step Away from the Edge: Financial Freedom

Meeting Marks Financial Progress

and Challenge
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
A large crowd gathered for the annual congregational meeting
this past Sunday evening. At the end of the session, a commit-
ment was made to retire more than 40% of our outstanding debt,
while continuing to fully fund our ministries.
The congregation approved paying off the remaining
$280,000 of our fixed rate mortgage note, primarily using a
large bequest received this summer. In 2003, FFC refinanced
$2.3 million of mortgage and building improvement loans into
a $1.3 million fixed note at 5.94% and a $1 million variable
rate note, now at 5.2%. The remaining $383,000 of the variable
rate note will still be paid off by the fall 2010 through budgeted
monthly payments.
The congregation also approved a General Fund budget
for 2008/2009 of $1,832,788. This budget amount is less than
last year’s $1,895,000 budget. Nevertheless, due to retiring a
significant portion of our existing debt, the $110,000 saved in
mortgage expenses allows us to increase spending for ministry
over last year.
To meet this budget will require a significant commitment
to financial stewardship on the part of every participant in our
ministry. The budget for 2008/2009 is $62,000 less than last
year’s budget. Still, the budget for 2008/2009 is 5% greater than
our giving for this year. This will be a stretch, but will allow us
to more fully depend on God as we seek to financially support
ministries designed to reach those people who need to experience
the hope and love that only Jesus can provide.

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Upcoming Groups
Fall Courses Fit MONDAY
Discipleship Model Alpha
Mondays | September 8–November 10 | 6:30–8PM | Back Door
During the beginning of 2008, Pastor Mike outlined our Facilitator: Couples & Staff
model for discipleship illustrated below. Discipleship is a In Alpha you can meet others at a wonderful
recognizable process of life transformation based on these 7 key meal, view an engaging video, and ask questions,
characteristics: both simple and complex, about the faith we
have. Alpha is a wonderful way to experience the
• Passionately Committed to Jesus Christ—Wholeheartedly
freshness of God as you investigate foundational
abandoning my heart and will to Him as Lord and to His
issues about what you believe. During the course
will as my command
a number of questions are offered and discussed.
• Biblically Measured—Letting God guide my life through These include questions such as: Who is Jesus? Why did Jesus
His Word and the Spirit’s use of the Word in my everyday die? How can I be sure of my faith? What about the Holy Spirit?
choices Does God heal today? This is an ideal environment in which to
• Morally Pure—Making ethical choices that are consistent bring a friend.
with the new life I have in Christ
• Family Centered—Making choices in my life that are con-
sistent with my design to live and grow in vital relationships,
TUESDAY
including marriage, family, and biblical community
Women in the Word
• Financially Faithful—Making financial choices in my life Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith
that are consistent with the gracious heart of God Tuesdays | September 9–May | 9–11:00AM | Room 100 & 131 (Library)
• Socially Responsible—Reaching out to others in my sphere Facilitators: Cheryn Huber and Ramona Gibbons
Study Guide $10
of opportunity with works of service in His name
This book is designed to provide a personal
• Evangelistically Bold—Reaching out to others in my sphere look at the lives of key characters found in
of opportunity with words of hope in His name the Bible. The theme Following God is one
that emphasizes the importance of building a
Discipleship Model relationship with God and living a life totally
surrendered to His leading.
Quest for Authentic
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Parenting Is ciall le Manhood
So Tuesdays | September 9–May 2009 | 9:00–11:00AM | Fellowship Hall
Heart Work $6 per meeting | Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month
Fin Facilitators: Miriam Hager, 251.6964, & Lisa Rhodes, 274.0832
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THURSDAY
Prayer

Mo
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Ev with Jesus Beth Moore Study
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elistically Bo Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John
Winning at Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 9:10–11:10AM | Room 108
The Way of
Work and at Home Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108
the Master
Facilitators: Catherine Erickson (morning) & Vickie Blair (evening)
Study Guide $15
Each of our Wednesday evening elective groups are designed As the other disciples were martyred one by
to focus on a specific area of our discipleship model as indicated. one, John remained to write his sublime Gospel
This information should help you make the right choice for proclaiming Jesus’ identity as the eternal Word of
yourself as you decide which group to attend on Wednesdays this God. In his three letters, John left a legacy of divine
fall. Check page five for a full description of each group. love to ignite the passion of future believers. And
while exiled on Patmos, John recorded his risen
Lord’s glorious revelation of victory and hope.
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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
A participant said: “The Way of the Master
teaches you how to ask a few simple questions
that get to the person’s heart and conscience. You
also see it demonstrated by real people in actual
situations—over and over, until you feel like you
can do this yourself.” Tami Rondeau
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.
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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
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—Prayer Community
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.
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Upcoming Groups Sign-up in the foyer today to join a group!

SUNDAY
For Parents—Parenting Your Teenager For Men—Men’s ABF
Sundays | Begins September 14 | 9:15AM Sundays | Begins September 14 | 9:15AM
Facilitator: TBD Facilitator: Dan Kennedy
Identity questions...emotional tur- Mark your calendars, Palm Pilots, whatever
moil…rebellion…welcome to the teenager’s for September 14! This is the date for the Fall
world. And if you’re the parent, you’re Tailgate Kick-Off for the Men’s ABF group.
already in it. Help your teenager overcome Look for the tent in the northeast parking lot!
hurts, become less rebellious, and discover Come for breakfast starting at 9AM!
his/her true identity. Parenting Your Teen- This fall we will begin John Ortberg’s If You Want to Walk on
ager equips moms and dads to recognize common patterns, plan Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat. Contact Dan Kennedy,
effective strategies, and build character. This six week course dken74@aol.com, for additional information.
features relationship experts Les and Leslie Parrott. And, in 24
gut-level interviews, parents and teens talk openly about rebel- For Young Adults—The Channel
lion, conflict, pain, and identity. If you have a teenager, you won’t Sundays | Begins September 21 | 9:15AM
Facilitator: Pastor Curt De Graaff & Team
want to miss these sessions!
Along with the kick off of The River at FFC on September 14,
the following Sunday, September 21, we will be establishing a
new group—The Channel, for those aged 25–35.
This ABF Group will meet at 9:15AM, initially in Fellowship
Hall. The Channel is designed primarily for those attending The
River service, but will be a great gathering and learning environ-
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs) ment for all young adults, whether single, engaged or married,
regardless of the worship service attended.
Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships
With the addition of Pastor Curt to our staff, we are confident
are a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith.
in establishing this ministry targeted to spiritually support an
We have a variety of opportunities available that include:
important segment of the greater-Des Moines area population.
Sundays | 9:15–10:30AM The Channel will offer an inviting time of fellowship com-
The HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244 bined with teaching and discussion allowing people to establish
STUDY: Take Your Stand: Studies in the life of Daniel
and deepen relationships as a part of the spiritual growth process.
Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 1224–1226 Mark your calendar to check out this new group Sunday
Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251 morning, September 21, at 9:15AM in Fellowship Hall.
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
ADULT GROUPS
Ezra (All ages) | Room 1118 Sunday Mornings | 9:15AM
STUDY: Verse by verse study of the Bible Groups for All Ages
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247 See the Adult Sunday brochure for complete listing or below.
STUDY: Philippians: Experiencing joy in all circumstances
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105 Prayer Community
Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255 Wednesday Evenings | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 108
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
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
STUDY: James: Endurance through trials develops a mature faith Wednesday at 7:00PM—HUB band practice - Come and play!
Prayer (all ages) | Room 100 Women’s Association Board Meeting
Ecclesiastes | Room 1238–1239 | Biblically Measured
STUDY: Learn about life and faith from the wisest man who ever lived.

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September 4 | 9:00AM
Harriet Labertew, 3227 68th Street, Urbandale, 276.1980

Sunday, August 31, 2008

HUB
SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING
Meals from the Heartland F.F.C. Choir
Join teams of By Mike Rose, Senior Pastor
8–10 people to There have been several requests recently for
package over 3 mil- the choir to return to our 10:45AM worship service.
lion life-sustaining I am very interested in this as well and have truly
meals that will be enjoyed the ministry of our choir. However, things
delivered to starving are changing at First Federated and these changes
and malnourished have an impact on our choir ministry. In addi-
children in Belize, tion to our 8AM traditional service and 10:45AM
El Salvador, Guyana, celebration service, The River service begins in the chapel at
Haiti, Jamaica and 10:45AM on Sunday, September 14. This will complete our
Nicaragua. transition to a three-service format. It also means that people are
You can help with deciding which service best meets their needs and this includes
an investment of only members of our choir.
2½ hours. In light of the tremendous effort required to bring The River
For more informa- Sign-Up to Serve! service on line, and the strong desire to avail present and past
tion about this ministry Wednesday, September 3 | 6:00-8:30PM choir members of the same opportunities for worship, Scott
contact John Porter, Saturday, September 6 | 9:30am-12:00PM
Eriksen and I have decided to wait until October to hold an
Saturday, September 6 | 7:30-10:00PM
255.2122 or JPorter@ organizational meeting for the choir. By the end of October
FirstFederated.org, or go to: www.MealsFromTheHeartland.org. we hope that everyone will know which service they want to
be part of, which will also help us better understand who will

Wednesday Night Meals
Please come for dinner! The Wednesday Night Meals
Ministry Team will be cooking and serving dinner beginning
September 10. Dinner is served from 5:00 to 6:30PM. Whether
you’re bringing your kids to activities, participating in an adult
class or just hungry, FFC’s Wednesday night meal is a great place
to meet new friends, get reacquainted and enjoy a meal together!
Each week’s menu is posted on the Care & Communication
card where you can make your reservation for that week. Reser-
vations are appreciated as it helps us to plan and prepare the right
quantities of food—we want to have plenty for everyone yet not
be wasteful.
Cost is $3 for adults, $2 for children 12 and under, and free for
children age 2 and younger.
Make plans to join your FFC family for dinner beginning
Wednesday, September 10. We look forward to seeing you!
be available for choir. To have a choir we must have at least
35 committed members. An organizational meeting will be
scheduled for the end of October. If we have at least 35 com-
mitted members, we will begin rehearsals in November, with
December being the first month to feature a choir. If you’re
interested in being in choir, please contact me or Scott Eriksen at
Scott.Eriksen@hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday Night Meals
Looking for a place to serve at FFC this fall? Join the
Wednesday Night Meals Ministry Team! Many volunteers are
needed to help shop, cook, serve or clean up. This is a great
service opportunity for individuals as well as any small group.
Contact Harriet Labertew at 276.1980 or Tammy Claiborne at
283.1280 for information.

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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Beaverdale Parade
Saturday Morning, September 20
Would you like to be a good neighbor to the community
around FFC? We are entering two floats this year, one general
FFC and the other featuring the worship band from The River.
Candy! Candy! Candy!
We need all kinds of wrapped candy to hand out at the parade.
Buckets will be set up for collection on Sunday, September 7 and 14.
Help with Assembly
We need help assembling the floats, give-aways and painting
signs. We will meet Saturday, September 6 and 13 at 9:00AM in
room 118 (across from the gyms).
Day of Parade
The day of the parade, September 20, we need people to be
hosts at our refreshment table outside, and inside directing visi-
tors to the bathrooms (8:00AM). We also want about 90 people, of
all ages, to walk alongside the floats handing out candy and flyers
promoting FFC and our current 3-service format (9AM-Noon).
Please call John Porter at the church office with any questions.
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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 &
Our Encouragement Regular Attenders)
“Don’t just pretend to love Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
others. Really love them. Hate
what is wrong. Hold tightly to
what is good. Love each other
with genuine affection, and take
delight in honoring each other.”
Romans 12:9-10

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 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Gordon & Grace
Closed Country
What do they do? Gordon and Grace seek to promote prayer
for their country by organizing, orienting and facilitating
prayer teams that visit. They train local workers to assemble,
distribute and maintain solar cookers and teach families how
to maintain and cook with them. They establish and promote
radio programs, have Bible studies with seekers and believ-
ers, produce and distribute Bible materials.
Prayer requests from friends:
“Gordon appears to be in the final stages towards his home-
going, unless the Lord chooses otherwise. Although he had
a miraculous recovery from his stroke in the spring his liver
has continued to deteriorate. Gordon is now bedridden and
non-communicative. We ask that you hold up Grace in your
prayers during this difficult time for her as she faces the loss
of her life mate.
“Since Gordon’s recovery from his stroke, and while he was
able to communicate, many internationals and nationals
passed through their home and were touched deeply by His
continued reflection in their lives as they continued to min-
ister His grace and peace to others. Gordon is not one to let
a breath of air be wasted and he has counted it all joy… May
we all follow his example.”
Wayne & Miyako Meyer
Mission Board: Navigators
Location: Tsukuba, Japan
What do they do? Wayne and Miyako led
the campus ministry at Utsunomiya
National University for 30 years and
recently began a new ministry at Tsu-
kuba University. They use BEST Clubs for outreach (Bible,
English, Sports, Travel). They also serve with a team of
university students and Navigators staff from the US to assist
with short-term summer projects, retreats, Bible studies, one-
on-one contacts and camps.
Praises:
• For the purchase of a piece of land close to the university
where they will build their house.
Prayer Requests:
• For the loan and building permit to be approved without any
hang-ups.
• For Keiichi Kitahara as he joins their Tsukuba staff team in
September.
• For Keiichi as he is in the process of recruiting prayer and
financial support; that he will impact the lives of many stu-
dents.
• For the METS alumni group to lead others to join one of
their campus teams.
First Federated Church
Jonathan & Monica Steele
Mission Board: Frontiers
Location: Cochabamba, Bolivia
What do they do? Jonathan, the son of
Arden and Helen, is a third genera-
tion missionary in Bolivia. Monica
is a national. The Steeles are
mobilizing Bolivian missionaries
by training, conducting workshops and leading short-term
teams into other countries through the Transcultural Train-
ing Center. They focus primarily on the unreached Muslims
of North Africa.
Praises:
• For God’s help through health and car problems.
Prayer Requests:
• For Jonathan as he continues MBA studies in preparation for
future ministry; as he writes educational material designed to
teach children about LIFE through the history of the world.
• For their work on textbooks, games and songs to be used in
closed countries.
• For their desire to be obedient servants, submitting to the
Master, following His direction and obeying His plans, not
their own.
• For parental wisdom and grace needed in raising their four
young sons.
Dave & Pam
US/Closed Country
What do they do? The government where Dave and Pam served
for 14 years asked them to leave. Now living in the States,
they are helping refugee families settle in their area and have
weekly worship and teaching meetings for them. Dave leads
the work overseas and they both travel to visit the team,
church leaders, and participate in ministry projects. Chris-
tians there face intense intimidation and threats of death.
Praises:
• For a recent trip to see family, friends and churches that have
been partnering with them for many years.
Prayer Requests:
• For adjustment for son Justin, and his buddy Aaron, as they
join the new Operation Mobilization Ship Logos Hope with
500 staff from over 40 nations.
• For daughter Rachel and her husband Joshua, as they attend
YWAM’s Training School for six months (both in the US
and overseas).
• For protection for Dave and Pam in __ and for the Church
which is under severe persecution.
• Wisdom in how they use the time they have, who they meet, etc.
• For the team retreat they hold while there.
• For videos they plan to make.
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Hangtimes
August 31—Iowa Cubs Game
Sept 7—Church Picnic 7th–12th Grades
Sept 14—SMT Auditions
In August
TODAY:
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 transportable meals to be shipped to starving and mal-
nourished 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. 7, 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
(nonrefundable) to Pastor Howie by 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

Coming Next Have you registered for Wednesday nights?

There will be clubs and classes for everyone starting on
Sunday! September 10. Registration forms for Puggles, Bible Buddies and
It’s a NEW KZ Church AWANA are available in the Children’s Ministry office. Be sure
with a NEW location. KZ to pick them up and complete before the first night of club. You’ll
Church is expanding to be glad you did…and so will we!
include K–4th grade this
fall. That’s right, the 3rd
Puggles—Ages 2 and young 3s
and 4th graders are coming
The evening is full of Bible stories, snacks,
back to KZ Church. We’re
crafts, music and play and uses great new cur-
excited to have the whole
riculum from AWANA.
gang together again!
We will be moving to
a new location, too. You’ll Bible Buddies—Ages 3 (by Sept. 15) or 4
find us in Room 240 (on the 2nd floor, midway down the south and not yet in kindergarten.
hallway). This will be our temporary home until our new room The preschoolers are learning Bible
near the Back Door is ready sometime in the future. stories and memorizing Bible verses as well
Come join your friends and make some new friends, too! as enjoying crafts, games and music.

Candy, Candy, Candy! AWANA Sparks—K-2nd Grade

It’s almost time for two favorite fall AWANA T and T—3rd and 4th Grade
events, the Beaverdale Parade (Sept. 20) and The evening consists of
Federated Fall Fun Night (Oct. 24). That large group council times with
means we need LOTS of candy! Please bring Bible lessons and applications
bags of individually wrapped candies to the (and some crazy characters,
buckets you’ll find all around the building too), small group time to work on
during the next few weeks. handbooks and memory verses and
game time in the gym. Special theme
nights like “Hawaiian Night” and
“Pie in the Face Night” and seasonal
parties make for extra fun throughout
Financial Report the year.
Attendance 08/24/08 General Fund Offering
8:00AM ......................................... 287 Last Week Xteme PM—5th and 6th graders
10:45AM ....................................... 715 Weekly Need ........................$34,889 Get ready for fun and
Budgeted Missions: Offering ...............................$29,504 learning preteen-style! The
Shortage...............................($5,385) games are crazy. The food
Year to Date: 9/1/07-present
is plentiful and the studies
Need ....................................$273,190 Year to Date: 9/1/07-present
are geared to meet the interests and needs of kids who are grow-
Offering .............................. $271,339 Need ................................ $1,814,228 ing in their faith and have plenty of great questions.
Shortage...............................($1,851) Offering ..........................$1,696,900
Mortgage Shortage............................($117,328) Don’t miss Wednesday nights as a family this fall!
Current Balance .................. $663,611
Next Payment September 25

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

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 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
Wednesday Night Meal New members received on August 24, 2008
Fellowship Hall | 5-6:15PM The following people were received into the membership of
Children (age 2-12) $2 | Adults $3 | Family $10 | Make reservations on First Federated Church during the morning worship service last
the Care & Communication Card before noon on Mondays. Sunday, August 24. As you have opportunity, please extend a
Sept 10: Grilled Hamburgers, Baked Beans, Macaroni Salad, Cookies warm welcome to them.
Henry & Jami Jackson
September Henry, Jr. & Janelle
Building Closed for Labor Day ..............................................................................1
Meals from the Heartland (Hy-Vee Hall) ...............................................................1–9 1740 Capitol Ave. | Des Moines, IA 50316
All Church Picnic .........................................................................................................7 Jason & Jaime Stanley
Women in the Word Begins.................................................................................... 9 5706 Wentworth | Johnston, IA 50131
Wednesday Night Activities Begin ....................................................................10 Rachael Larsen
Beth Moore Study Begins .....................................................................................11 5517 Forest Ave. Des Moines, IA 50311
The River Kick-Off (Chapel | Sundays | 10:45AM) ...............................................................14
Beaverdale Parade .................................................................................................. 20
Men’s Retreat .....................................................................................................26–28
Scott Larsen to Open
Men’s Retreat
By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
Former FFC Elder Scott Larsen will be the
speaker at the opening session of the 2008 FFC
Men’s Retreat. The Men’s Retreat will be held
Friday, September 26–Sunday, September 28, at
Twin Lakes Christian Center in Manson, Iowa.
Scott previously served as Director of Hope
Ministries, a mission dedicated to serving the
spiritual and physical needs of homeless men in Des Moines.
In 2005, Scott and his family moved to
All Church Picnic | Fellowship at the Park Manson to become Executive Director
Sunday, September 7 | 4:00-7:00PM of Twin Lakes. Scott said, “I’m just
Raccoon River Park, 2500 Grand Ave, in West Des Moines glad to get the Federated men here to
Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs, swim suits, and outdoor experience the camp,” as he agreed
games. Ice cream sundaes and beverages will be provided. to be the opening presenter for
Come for a great time with our church family. the men’s retreat Friday night.
The wisdom of the Old Tes-
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