On Wednesday, August 20 at the Voters' Meeting, Dr. Rev. Joseph Meyer was elected to be called as our next Senior Pastor. Pastor Meyer was notified of the congregation's decision following the meeting, and call documents were delivered to him.

The first part of the Divine Call process was completed by the call committee in recommending a candidate. The second part was completed by the congregation in calling a Senior Pastor, and the third part involves prayer by Pastor Meyer and this congregation. At this time Pastor Meyer is prayerfully considering what God's will is for him concerning this call.

Feel free to ask questions of the Call Committee and Governing Board concerning this process.

The Call Committee respectfully requests that you keep Pastor Meyer, his family and the whole congregation in your prayers. 

August 27-30 We were excited about the overwhelming response of our church to help package food at Hy-Vee Hall. Thank you and we will see you there!

*Meals from the Heartland (MFTH), a local non-profit organization, package meals at Hy-Vee Hall, 730 Third Street, Des Moines.

If you have any questions, contact Lisa.

We begin this fall with great anticipation for what God will do within our congregation. We have a resource brochure that will highlight all of our fall activities. Pick one up this weekend and then take some time to find which ones interest you.

Sunday, Sept. 7 from 5-7:30 p.m.

Back by popular demand! We had such a great time last year at our neighborhood bash, we wanted to do it again! We'll provide bounce houses and games for the children, free food for the entire family and live music. So, mark your calendar, bring your family, friends and neighbors!

We need your help! Sign up this weekend in the Narthex or the FLC to help with various jobs during the event, such as set-up, food-servers and overseeing the inflatables.

Pies: Nothing says love quite like a home-made pie. So, we want to sweeten up the event by serving pies. (Please do not bring pies that require refrigeration.)

Water and Pop: In order to refresh our guests, we need lots of water (16.9 oz bottles) and pop (Pepsi and Coke products). Please bring items to the kitchen on Saturday, Sept. 6 or Sunday, Sept. 7.

We will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Gloria Dei on October 5; so please save the date!