Good Friday Communion Instruction for Kids
Friday, March 29, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
It’s this week! Drop off your kids at 9:00am for ’em to learn about the sacrament of communion and its connection to Holy Week. We’ll serve lunch before you pick ’em up. Questions? Talk to Pastor Aleese.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Sunday, April 7 – 28
A Thrivent Action Team Fundraiser for Sleep In Heavenly Peace will be taking place Sunday, April 7 – 28. Sleep In Heavenly Peace was started in Muscatine in 2023. Formed in 2012 in Twin Falls, Idaho, Sleep In Heavenly Peace has over 270 chapters nationwide. Right now in Muscatine, there is a waiting list for 50+ beds needed for 3 year olds to 17 year olds.
Here’s how you can help: bring in donations of new twin sheet sets, comforters, and pillows. You may also donate money on their website to go towards wood and mattresses. If you have any question, contact Colleen Bentz.
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.