August 2, 2026

• 8:30am Worship (Traditional)
• 9:45am Connection Time, Gathering Space
• 11:00am Worship (Modern), Nursery,  Children’s Church
• 12:30pm French Worship (Ascension Ministries), Lime Classroom

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mon, Aug 3

• 5:00pm-6:00pm Open Hands Food Pantry, Gathering Space
• 6:00pm Monday Connection & Trivia,  Whiskey River in Palo (Open to both men and women)
• 6:30pm Men’s Bible Study,  A Place 4 Friends (212 Edgewood Rd NW)

Tues, Aug 4

• 10:00am Women’s Colossians Study, Teal Room

Wed, Aug 5

• 10:00am-noon Open Hands Food Pantry, Gathering Space
• 6:00pm  Prayer Meeting via Zoom

Sun, August 9

• 8:30am Worship (Traditional)
• 9:45am Connection Time, Gathering Space
• 11:00am Worship (Modern), Nursery,  Children’s Church
• 12:30pm French Worship (Ascension Ministries), Lime Classroom

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

FALL KICK-OFF! – Who will you invite to come with you to one of our Sunday classes? Classes for all ages will kick-off at 9:45am August 23. Breakfast pizza will be available from 8:00am-11:00am and Coffee Shop opens!

WHAT CLASS ARE YOU THE MOST EXCITED ABOUT?

• Know Your Bible – a class for Women, led by Lindsey Steinkamp. Do you want to be more confident in reading and studying the Bible? In this 6-week class for women, we’ll learn practical methods for understanding Scripture, interpreting it faithfully, and applying it to daily life. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their foundation.
• Dude’s Class – Discover what it means to be the kind of man who loves and serves others rather than yourself. Videos and discussion about the true path to manhood and servant leadership. 
• You Belong Membership Class – Interested in exploring our community of faith at Cedar Hills? Or, just curious about what we believe and why? At the end of the 6-week session, opportunity to choose to become a member.
• The Book of Luke – Explore the footsteps of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Luke and discover the joy of following Jesus with leader: Joanne Lodge.
• His Name Is Wonderful – Leaders: Alan Crandall and Tim King want you to enjoy a deeper experience with Jesus as we ponder the beautiful names by which he is known in the Bible. Light of the World, Good Shepherd, Lord of Lords, Emmanuel, Suffering Servant, Prince of Peace, Savior, Son of God, Son of Man, Prophet, Priest, and King! There’s just something about that that name

REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH

• Nursery Registration (0-36mo)
• Children’s Registration (Pre-K to 5th grade)
• Journey Youth Registration (6th-12th Grade)

OPEN HANDS FOOD PANTRY –  Note from Darlene DeVries: “I would like to announce my retirement as leader of the Open Hands Food Pantry.  I have worked in the pantry for over 12 years.  It has been an honor and a privilege to lead the pantry for about 10 years.  All of the many friends that I have met through the years has been such a blessing to me. It has been a very rewarding part of my life.  Thank you all for your support through the years. I hope you will continue to support and pray for the pantry.” Please join us in thanking Darlene for her 12 years of leading and serving the pantry and welcome our new Food Pantry Leader, Pat Kinch.

GRIEF SHARE GROUP – Designed for anyone dealing with grief from the loss of a loved one. GriefShare helps individuals walk through the grieving process and heal from the pain. Join the new class, starting September 8, Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8pm in the Red Room. Leaders are Tony Tonsfeldt and Bridgit Humphreys. SIGN-UP ONLINE

JOURNEY STUDENTS (6th-12th grade) – Sunday, August 16, 5:45pm-7:00pm, join the youth group for Laser Tag @ Dragon’s Lair. RSVP by Aug 9, $15/person (professional equipment and multiple types of laser tag games)

SPECIAL THANK YOU – “Thank you to all our loved ones in Christ for your prayers (after Susan’s stroke) and get well cards and food. Also for all the cards and congratulations on our 60th Anniversary. Wow! What a family we are together in Christ. Love you all! ~ George and Susan Young”

FAITHFUL SERVANTS AT CEDAR HILLS – Did you know in the month of June, 370 people at Cedar Hills donated more than 1,766 hours! Broken into categories it looks like this:

• Leadership Ministries – 52 people donated 130 hours.
• Discipleship Ministries – 111 people donated 724 hours.
• Worship Ministries – 69 people donated 195 hours.
• Outreach ministries – 138 people donated 717 hours.
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SUMMER COFFEE SHOP –  Attendees please bring your own k-cup and coffee cup. K-cups and cups available for guests and emergencies. K-cup machine and condiments will be available. Our Coffee Shop will reopen Fall Kick-off, August 23.

PRAYER MEETING – Wednesdays at 6:pm via the Zoom app. These meetings are for anyone! Even if you are uncomfortable praying out loud, come and just agree with us in prayer.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5243529410

• Meeting ID: 524 352 9410
• Password: Cedarhills

HELP GROW SOMETHING WONDERFUL –  Do you enjoy gardening, love serving others, or simply want to be part of something meaningful? If so, you can make a big difference! Through our partnership with Feed Iowa First, we offer 35 garden plots where families can grow their own food—and so much more than vegetables grows here. This garden is about connection, community, and care. This mission thrives because of volunteers, willing to get their hands a little dirty or cheer on those who do!  Volunteers help with assigning plots, welcoming and assisting families at the start of the season, answering questions, troubleshooting along the way, and—most importantly—building relationships between our church and the families we serve. Contact Bruce Boldt, or the church office.

QUARTERLY UPDATE – January-June 2026:

•  2026 expense budget: $436,768
• 2026 actual expenses: $455,804
• 2026 total donations:  $478,255
• Building Our Future Balance: $120,000

LAKE VIEW CAMP summer camp – send your child on a great summer adventure: swim, fish, canoe, hike, and play crazy games – all while growing deeper in their faith. Lake View Camp offers day camps, overnight camps, service camps, and grand camps. More info and online registration available at: www.lakeviewconference.com.   Church discount code: 2026Cedar. This code is for members and attendees of Cedar Hills Community Church.

BUILDING OUR FUTURE FUND – At our annual meeting, the Deacons announced the Building Our Future Fund to help us steward the resources God has given us to do ministry. Building Our Future Fund is now available to select in the pull-down menu with online Giving. These gifts, above and beyond our regular offerings, will be used to complete vital projects inside and out of our building. One of our first needs is to resurface the parking lot. Your generous contributions to the Building Our Future Fund will allow us to reach our goals. 

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SMALL GROUPS & WOMEN’S EVENTS

• Tuesdays at 10am – Women’s Bible Study with Joanne Lodge, Teal Classroom

• SOLD OUT!!! WOMEN’S CONFERENCE – Living Proof Live with Beth Moore in West Des Moines, September 25-26, 2026 is currently SOLD OUT! We will put in an update if more tickets become available.

• Mondays at 6:30pm – Bible Study at A Place 4 Friends (212 Edgewood Rd NW – behind Taco Johns)
• (on Summer Break) Wednesdays at 6:30am – Men’s Coffee Compadres with Alan Crandall, Crandall home: 231 McKinsie Ct NE.
• (on Summer Break) Wednesdays at 8:00am – Men’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study at Cedar Hills Community Church – **This group is currently on summer break. It will resume in September. Meeting every other week. For more info contact Gary Mills:  319-533-4488.
• Wednesdays at 6:30pm – Men’s Small Group with Pastor Kent. Meets weekly at Cedar Hills Community Church in the Red Room.

MONDAY NIGHT CONNECTION – Head to Whiskey River Grill in Palo for trivia and fellowship Monday nights at 6pm.  This gathering is now co-ed! Men AND women are welcome to join.

JOURNEY STUDENTS (6th-12th grade) – UPCOMING EVENTS

• • • August 16 – Laser Tag & Dragon’s Lair, 5:45pm-7:00pm. RSVP by Aug 9, $15/person (professional equipment and multiple types of laser tag games)

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