Last Sunday to Donate Easter Egg Candy
Happen to be at the store this week? Bring some Easter candy to fill our eggs for an egg hunt on Easter morning. Candy must be wrapped. We’ll fill eggs during fellowship on Sunday, March 24.
Diaper Donations
We’re in our last week of giving to local organizations as a part of our Lenten Midwek Gatherings! Bring your donations of diapers (sizes 4-7 most needed) on Wednesday night or drop off your donations at church beforehand. Donations at Shepherd will be taken to the Wesley Family Life Center.
Good Friday Communion Instruction for Kids
Friday, March 29, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
We’re excited to offer a special time for our kids 5th grade and under to learn about the sacrament of communion! If you have a child, or someone you know, who’d like to participate, and have not already contacted Pastor Aleese, please do so!
Chili Cook Off at Grace
Sunday, March 24, 4:30 – 6:00 pm
In collaboration with our local churches, we want to share with you a event coming up at Grace later in March! Mark your calendars to attend to taste some awesome chili, or sign up to bring your award-winning batch! Scan the QR code to sign up or call Grace at the number listed. Thanks for your support of ministries in our community!
Christian Day Camp 2024
Elementary – June 11 – 14; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Middle School – June 25 – 27; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Preschool Nights – June 17, July 1, July 15; 5:30 – 7:30 pm
We’re getting quite a few registrations for Christian Day Camp and we’re looking toward a great summer! How can you take part? Three ways:
- Register your child(ren) – if you have kids ages 3 – completing 8th grade, sign up now! Go to our camp website to get more information, to register, and to pay registration fees.
- Share the word with friends, family, co-workers – share the flyers linked below with those who may be interested in attending.
- Volunteer – if you are willing to help make this summer of Christian Day Camp another success, we need volunteers! Go to our website and scroll to the bottom of sign up as one of our amazing volunteers!
Questions? Contact Christian Day Camp leaders and we’ll get back to you! If you’re willing to share flyers with those you know/at your work, click the age group to download and share! Elementary, Middle School, Preschool.
Holy Week
Music Bingo Night @ Grace
Sunday, April 14
4:00 – 4:45 pm – Meal
5:00 – 7:00 pm – Bingo
Come listen to various music tunes and try your luck at bingo to win prizes!
From 4:00 – 4:45pm, there’s a $5 meal deal for smoked pork or hot dog, chips, cookie and a drink. Bingo will start at 5:00pm. Snacks will be available for purchase throughout the night.
Proceeds support the Literacy Program as a part of Grace’s outreach. For more information, contact Tibe at 563-607-3728.
Dementia Friends Information Session
Thursday, April 11 @ 1:30pm
Faith United Church of Christ is sponsoring opportunities for people to learn more about dementia as well as how to help support those who cope with, and care for, those with dementia.
Upcoming presentations will be held at Faith UCC on April 11, 18, and 25 at 1:30 pm. Presentations will be:
April 11 – Dementia Friends
April 18 – 10 Warning Signs of Dementia
April 25 – Healthy Living for Your Brain
For more information, contact the church office at Faith UCC.