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Greenfield Relief Project

Many have inquired how we can respond to the devastating tornado that swept through Greenfield, Iowa last week.  We were able to send some supplies late last week in coordination with St. John’s Catholic Church, but now the ‘storehouses’ are full at their church.  Thank you to the many that helped collect supplies!

Here are some relief organizations on site in Greenfield that you may wish to partner with.

Greater Greenfield Community Foundation – accepting financial donations through their website.

The American Red Cross – They have workers on the ground and are accepting financial donations.

Salvation Army – They have workers on the ground and are accepting financial donations.

Samaritan’s Purse – from their website, it looks like they are organizing volunteers to assist with the clean-up. The volunteer link is on their website.

Food and water drop-off: A food and water drop-off location has been set up at the Department of Transportation facility located at 2313 Highway 92 east of Greenfield.

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Shoe Collect – World Record!


WORLD RECORD SHOE COLLECTION – Starting Sunday, June 2, we will be collecting gently used shoes of all kinds and in all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records!

Support His Hands Free Medical Clinic and bring in your gently-used shoes. (No shoes with holes, rips, or single shoes).

Collection box will be in the Gathering Space, Sunday, June 2 -16. There will be PRIZES for the organization that collects the most shoes!

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Girls of Grace Lemonade Fundraiser

Come and support our Girls of Grace annual lemonade stand! 🍋💛🍋💛
Join us on Sunday, June 2nd, between the first and second services, starting around 9:30am. We’ll be offering coffee, lemonade, delicious baked goods and items crafted by the girls themselves, showcasing their entrepreneurial skills. All proceeds will be directed towards our local missionary family located in Europe.
Help us surpass last year’s achievement of $263!
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Business Mentorship 101

BUSINESS MENTORSHIP 101 –  Register  

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Are you an entrepreneur? New to owning a business? Or dream about starting a side hustle? For 4-weeks this summer, you’ll have a chance to hear from business professionals who have a wealth of wisdom and advice to guide and mentor anyone who desires to grow in their business skills. (Open to everyone, Cedar Hills and beyond). Sundays at 9:45am, beginning June 2.  Topics we’ll cover:

  • Doing business debt free
  • Coping skills for running/starting a business
  • Having and building a team
  • Keeping business finances separate from personal

Register

Cedar Hills Community Church is located in NW Cedar Rapids at the corner of E Ave and Stoney Point Rd, next door to Cherry Hill Park and Aquatic Center.

Questions?

Contact Lindsey Ungs using the form below:

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    Rooted: A Resource for Small Group Leaders

    Rooted: A Resource for Small Group Leaders

    For years my men’s small group did what I call “no homework” lessons. We read a passage or used a handout that I passed out at the beginning of each small group and that way nobody had to feel bad about being unprepared.

    This year I offered a different plan. I suggested using the Rooted workbook which has daily readings and homework that we followed up with a group discussion when we met. The group blew me away in the thoroughness of their prep, they were very engaged, and reported loving our group time.

    After we completed that workbook they wanted to keep doing this style of lesson and so we are now using the second book The Story of God. It is a deeper dive into the whole story of scripture from Genesis to Revelation in 8 weeks. We love it! Doing the extra prep work has deepened our discussion and while not everyone completes all the daily work every week, everyone has plenty to add to the group discussion.

    Both books are from the Rooted Network. https://www.experiencerooted.com/

    Kent Landhuis
    Pastor of Teaching & Leadership

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      What Were You Made For?

      What Were You Made For?

      Growing up we get asked questions like ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ or ‘What do you want to study in college?’ These questions have good intent and challenge us to think far ahead. When I think of what I was made for, I can’t help but think of Ephesians 2:10, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God already prepared in advance for us to do.” This means that there is work that needs to get done before we leave this earth. I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to die with any potential left in me. I want to make sure I maximize my time here on earth by using my gifts and talents for His glory.

      The Bible reminds us to give God the glory in all that we do. Whether you are a cashier at a store, a pastor, a nurse or a student, we are meant to give Him all the Glory at all times. The times we don’t feel like giving Him Glory, we have got to do it either way. We were made for so much more than ourselves. As believers we are meant to point people to Christ.

      I challenge you to look for ways to point someone to Christ this week. It may be sharing a scripture on social media, inviting someone to church, or offering to pray for them. In our spheres of influence, let us be intentional about sharing what Christ is doing in our lives. The world is in desperate need of the gospel, and it is our duty as believers to answer the call. That is what we were made for.

      Frankline “Franky” Tshombe
      Children’s Church Leader

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