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Care Network and Bloomsbury Farm!

Care Network Fundraiser
at Bloomsbury Farm!

The countdown is on for our biggest summer event yet— “Light Up the Night: Stories of Hope and Sparks of Change” at Bloomsbury Farm—and we are thrilled for what God is doing through this gathering of hearts!
This evening is more than a fundraiser—it’s a celebration of stories, connection, and kingdom impact as we continue our partnership walking alongside those in our community with Christ-centered care.

EVENT DETAILS:

📍 Bloomsbury Farm
📅 Saturday, August 2nd, 5-7 pm
⏰ Food served 5–6 PM | Program with formal ask 6–7 PM
🎆 Fireworks to follow!
🎟️ Ticket includes access to 25+ family-friendly activities on the farm—this is the perfect event for all ages! Bloomsbury Farm opens 3-9pm with fireworks that evening.

PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE

Purchasing tickets online using this link.  Or mention “CareNetworkCR” at the gate—25% of each ticket purchased supports the Care Network.
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Verse Obsession

Verse Obsession

Once upon a time I had a request for a Proverbs 18:10 song, which led me on a bunny trail to writing a whole bunch of Proverbs 18:10 songs in lots of different translations. Is God a tower or fortress? Are we the godly or righteous? Do we run to him or run in him?

The way each translation captures this idea differs just so slightly, and really stirred my curiosity about this verse and broadened my idea of God.

Here’s a short playlist of all my songs on this verse:

Leah Carolan
Pastor of Worship & Media

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    CHOSEN Event Volunteers

    June 1-8 we will be partnering with World Vision for a special Chosen event.  As a church, we’ll be signing up to sponsor children in Guatemala, but instead of us choosing a child, the child gets to choose YOU.

    To make this event successful, we are in need to volunteers to help out in the Gathering Space.  There are multiple opportunities, including the Saturdays before the big events and different times throughout the Sunday mornings of June 1 and June 8.

    Sign-Up to Volunteer.

    Volunteer Roles:

    • Welcome Host // First point of contact for the lobby experience to help the line move smoothly and quickly. This role initiates the sign-up process.
    • Sign Up Roamer // Helps sponsors sign up and receive their Chosen code (via a World Vision iPad) so they can take their Chosen photo. Help congregants fill out all needed information and keep the line moving.
    • Photobooth Host // Capture the Chosen code tied to the new sponsor’s contact information and take a photo of the sponsor (and family).
    • Line Host // Keep the line moving quickly and smoothly and direct congregants to the next available photo booth or space at the Reveal Wall (Reveal weekend only).
    • Reveal Host // Reveal Weekend only. Help sponsors find their Reveal Chosen envelope with information about the child that chose them as their sponsor!

    As a volunteer, you’ll be given an orange t-shirt (to wear during your shift), training, and a specific role for your shift. In addition:

    1.  All volunteers will be assigned specific roles upon arrival.
    2.  You’ll still get to attend a worship service.
    3.  World Vision requires volunteers to sign a waiver HERE prior to arrival (minors must have form completed by a parent).
    4. Watch the Training videos:


    Consider volunteering today and making this event a wonderful one!

    Sign-Up to Volunteer.

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    Men’s Bible Studies & Small Groups

    MONDAYS

    • Bible Study at 6:30pm – with Randy Fox.  Currently meeting at A Place For Friends at 212 Edgewood Rd NW and is next door to Roscoe’s Pizza.
    • Men’s Connection & Trivia at 6:30pm –  with Gary Sager.  This group usually meets at Whiskey River in Palo but it is best to double check the bulletin for location information.

    WEDNESDAYS

    • Bible Study at 6:30am – with Alan Crandall.  Meets at the Crandall home: 231 McKinsie Ct NE., Cedar Rapids, IA
    • Bible Study at 8:00am – with George Young and Gary Mills, Gathering Space @ Cedar Hills Church (every other week), includes work projects.
    • Bible Study at 6:30pm – with Pastor Kent, meeting at Cedar Hills in the Red Room
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    Women’s Ministry – Thursday Throwdown

    WOMEN’S MINISTRY IS HEADED TO THURSDAY THROWDOWN

    Thursday Throwdown @ Koru Aronia Berry Farm (1685 U Ave, Homestead, IA)  – Thursday, May 29, 5:00pm-9:00pm. Join us at Thursday Throwdown with Bryce Janey Duo at Koru.

    Typically, there is a food truck and drinks for purchase.  It will be a fun night of live music and fellowship in a beautiful setting. Bring a chair, we typically sit in the grass area.

    As we get closer, we will coordinate carpools.

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    Graduate Recognition


    GRADUATE RECOGNITION SUNDAY –      Sunday, May 18 we will recognize all of our high school, degree, college (and beyond!) graduates with a special presentation.

    If you are celebrating a graduation this year, please submit your information online by Sunday, May 11 to be recognized at our celebration. There will be cake!

    COMPLETE THE INFO FORM – Due May 11

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    Matthew 25 Transform Week

    Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27.  Our group from Cedar Hills will work in two teams (Mon-Fri). You can join us one or more of those days as you are available.

    No skills are required; you can join us one or more of days as you are available.

    Register using the form on the Matthew 25 website. Indicate “CHCC” for the organization. After completing the registration, contact Wayne Josifek and let him know which days you signed up for, this will help plan our projects.

    Contact Wayne with questions also: 319-632-1343 or wjosifek@gmail.com

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    All Church Picnic

    PICNIC AT CHERRY HILL PARK –  Sunday,  May 18 will be our Annual All-Church picnic at 5:30pm at Cherry Hill Park.

    Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be provided.

    Bring a side or dessert to share and your favorite lawn chairs or picnic blanket. There will be chairs and tables available also. Plan for a bags tournament!

    We will be celebrating our High School and College Graduates in services earlier that day, so will have extra cake for the picnic as well.

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    Worship Jam 2025 – Signup

    RSVP NOW

    At the 11am Easter worship service, we love to fill the stage with all our worship team members, family members, and anyone who loves to sing or play an instrument! Kids included!

    Practice for the 2025 Easter Worship Jam is Monday, April 14 at 6:30pm in the Worship Center.

    Please kindly RSVP for the jam so we can prepare music and space on stage for you!

    The Worship Jams are a safe place to play your instrument or sing without the worry of being plugged into the system. A great place to also get to know our worship team members, what its like to be on a team, and a starting point to joining a team.

    RSVP NOW (due Sunday, April 13)