Spend 5 minutes each week speaking with God and listening to His response these questions.

Week 37 (October 11) – When I think of Sunday mornings, where do I see myself using my spiritual gifts to serve the church body?

Week 36 (October 4) – Where do I see fruit?

Week 35 (September 27) – What is my gift? What is my calling (place and time)?

Week 34 (September 20) – Who will I serve?

Week 33 (September 13) – What keeps me from being a better witness of Jesus to my family? Coworkers? Strangers?

Week 32 (September 6) – Where have I seen God’s power transform my life?

Week 31 (August 30) – Describe how God sees you when you have not been good enough? Why does God see you this way?

Week 30 (August 23) – God, what are you doing? God, how do I join in?

Week 29 (August 16) – What keeps me from practicing hospitality with my neighbors and coworkers?

Week 28 (August 9) – Who is my low hanging fruit?

Week 27 (August 2) – What would help me be more comfortable as a witness for Jesus?

Week 26 (July 26) – Who in our community (Which body part?) are you most likely to exclude from your flock? How can you love them in a practical  way?

Week 25 (July 19) – What has God called you to do?

Week 24 (July 12) – How have you been hurt and hurt others by not handling conflict well? What are one or two ways you can handle conflict better going forward?

Week 23 (July 5) – What is the group (class, type, category, etc.) of people who I find the most annoying (bothersome, dumb, infuriating, etc)? 

Week 22 (June 28) – What’s the worst that could happen if you admitted your worst to someone?  What’s the best that could happen?

Week 21 (June 21) – What keeps me from going deeper in community?

Week 20 (June 14) – God, What should I give?

Week 19 (June 7) – How are you currently sowing your time, treasures and talents? How is God calling you to sow them more generously? How have you been enriched by generously sowing time, talent and treasures in others?

Week 18 (May 31) – Which of these nine issues do you find most challenging? Why?

• Maintaining an abundance mindset. I have more than enough.
• Maintaining contentment. I am satisfied. 
• Maintaining margin. (Simplicity) I am not burdened by too much. (Overloaded)
• Maintaining focus on heavenly treasure. I am seeking God’s kingdom first.
• Maintaining a heart that is refreshed. I am making the world larger with my giving.
• Maintaining a commitment to share. I am not hoarding.
• Maintaining a desire to see everyone flourish. I am never a fan of decay.
• Maintaining the posture of welcome. I am not excluding others. 
• Maintaining life in the Spirit. I am not living according to the flesh.

Week 17 (May 24) – What are my favorite things?

Week 16 (May 17) – God has given me these good and perfect gifts:__________________________________

Week 15 (May 10) – How do my feelings (worries, exhaustion, anxiety, fear, boredom, apathy…) hinder my worship of God?

Week 14 (May 3) –  Where do I find delight?

Week 13 (April 26) – What prevents me from getting deeper rest?

Week 12 (April 19) – When you stop ‘doing’, what feelings, worries and doubts do you experience?

Week 11 (April 12) – What prevents me from getting peaceful rest?

Week 10 (April 5) –  How does the resurrection of Jesus give me hope where I need it most?

Week 9 (March 29) – How am I living out my purpose, calling and identity in Christ?  What does it look like to offer myself as a living sacrifice?

Week 8 (March 22) – What is my usual response/behavior when I am frustrated?

Week 7 (March 15) – What desires control me? What clutters my soul?

Week 6 (March 8) – What passion is God stirring in your heart as you fast this week?  Why haven’t I seen God’s power do ________?

Week 5 (March 1) – What does it mean to offer my body as a living sacrifice?

Week 4 (February 22)- How do I react to the invitation to fast?
Skip a meal and then journal. What happened? (If I did not skip a meal, journal about why I did not.)

Week 3 (February 15 ) – Where have you seen friction (suffering) transform you in a positive way?

Week 2 (February 8) – What is the relationship between abiding, loving, obeying, and bearing fruit in your life?

Week 1 (February 1) – Where am I reluctant or resistant to change?

MONDAY NIGHT CONNECTION – Head to Whiskey River Grill in Palo for trivia and fellowship Monday nights at 6pm.  All men and women are welcome to join.

FAITH, FAMILY & FUN MOVIE EVENT– Friday, October 9. Bring the family, a snack to share, and lawn chairs for an outdoor movie: Shrek! Arrive at 6:30pm to set up snacks and the movie will start at dusk. (In case of rain, movie will be shown in the Gathering Space.)

A number of volunteers from Cedar Hills were a part of Transform Week 2026. Enjoy this highlight video.

We continue to pray for Tom and family as the grieve the passing of Marie.  Funeral services are Monday at 11am, with a visitation just prior at 10am at Cedar Hills Community Church.

OBITUARY

Clara “Marie” Couser Hill, 78, of Fairfax, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, in her home. Memorial Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Cedar Hills Community Church. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will take place at Czech National Cemetery. Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre are assisting the family at this time.

Marie was born on January 4, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of William H Couser and Elizabeth A Shafer. She graduated from Central City High School and went on to receive her associate’s degree in Bookkeeping at Kirkwood, where she met her husband, Tom. She worked as the Office Manager/Bookkeeper at Krob Elevator for more than 30 years. She enjoyed participating in ladies groups at the church as well as the Veteran’s groups. She loved old westerns shows, and watching Caitlyn Clark in all of her games. She also loved to read. But her greatest joy was her family.

Clara is survived by her loving husband Tom Hill; her sister Linda Couser Joslin; daughter Renee (David) Dittmar and son Robert Hill; grandchildren Zach and Jacob Dittmar, Andrew, Dalton and Dallas Hill; and 3 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

WEEKEND TO REMEMBER – April 9-11, 2027 Marriage Conference at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown (700 Grand Ave). Hotel Fees are not included with the purchase of a ticket. Tickets are $350/person, but 50% off with the code SAVE50 through 9/21. There are also special rates for pastors and military. Link for more info and to register.

STILL: A Women’s Retreat at Baumgartner’s Backbone Lodge

Still Held. Still Hopeful. Still Standing.

Ladies of Cedar Hills – give yourself the gift of a weekend away to rest, reconnect, and be refreshed in God’s presence. Join us as we slow down, draw closer to God and one another, and remember His faithfulness in every season.

Together, we’ll enjoy relaxation, worship, learning, laughter, meaningful conversation, great food, and simply being together. As our church continues to grow in discipleship, we’ll explore what it means to remain close to Jesus, grow in our faith, and walk alongside others.

 Baumgartner’s Backbone Lodge
Strawberry Point, Iowa

 Friday, February 26–Sunday, February 28, 2027

 Weekend Cost: $200

Payment Schedule:
$100 deposit due October 15, 2026
$100 remaining balance due February 1, 2027

Your weekend includes lodging, meals, retreat activities, transportation to and from the event, and worship.

Please use SignUpGenius to reserve your spot:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E054BABAD2DA1FE3-65571630-still
Space is limited, so don’t wait to register!

Come as you are. Bring your comfy clothes, your Bible, and an open heart. Whether you need rest, encouragement, connection, or simply time to breathe, this weekend is for you.

Sometimes we need to step away from the noise long enough to remember:

God is still faithful.
God is still working.
God is still holding us.
And we are still becoming who He has called us to be.

We can’t wait to share this meaningful weekend with you.

The Women’s Ministry Team