Jordan Creek Church, West Des Moines, Iowa

When: Wednesday Evening
Time: 6:00 - 7:45 PM

On the menu for May 14: Hoagies

KIDMO uses state-of-the-art technology to tell the timeless message of truth in God's Word. Not every ministry has gifted communicators available to teach. And not just teach, but communicate in a style that kids love. KIDMO initiates personal, social and cultural transformation by connecting kids with a biblical worldview. In order for transformation to be realized, kids must be needed, valued and engaged in mentoring relationships. What's more, their church experience must be relevant to their daily lives. Kids have energy, availability and enthusiasm to accomplish great things. By teaching kids to develop a biblical worldview, we can impact their futures!

Volunteers are always welcome! For more information, please contact Becky Sjurson at 978-4464 or at beckysjurson@mchsi.com. You may also contact the Church Office at 537-5262 or at jcumc@jordancreekchurch.org.

There is no need to sign-up...just come and bring a friend! For more information, please contact Alice Burress at 537-5262 or alice@jordancreekchurch.org.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game!!!

Jordan Creek Church is going to watch the Iowa Cubs take on Memphis on Friday May 30, at 7:05 PM. We will meet before the game to tailgate/picnic at Principal Park. Fox Sports and Mediacom are sponsoring a fireworks display after the game. Group tickets will allow everyone to sit together in the Grandstand section and we will be able to choose which baseline we prefer. The group ticket rate for May is $5.00 for children and adults. By purchasing group tickets in advance, we will avoid the ticket lines, have guaranteed seating and get adult tickets for half price!!!

Check you calendars and mark the date! Invite friends, co-workers and family! Please contact Gwen Shickell: email gstjarks@yahoo.com or call 515-440-0547 if your are interested in attending the game or have any questions. We will need to know in advance how many tickets to purchase and we need to purchase the tickets soon! The advance purchase of the tickets will be made by the church. If you are planning to purchase tickets, you may leave a check (written to JCC/Memo: IA Cubs Game) or cash in the Church Office.

We are anticipating a great turn out...see you there!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!

Vacation Bible School:
A Dangerous Mission: God Enables Ordinary People
to do Extraordinary Things !!!

Published by: Jordan Creek Church's Very Own!

WHEN: Sunday, July 6th - Thursday, July 10th
TIME: Dinner at 5:30 PM; VBS Program from 6:00 - 8:15 PM

You won't want to miss out on this!
More information will be available soon!

If you are interested in helping with our VBS or if you have questions,
please contact Cindy Torvik at #987-0877 or at cindyluwhoo19@mchsi.com.

Children's Choir at Jordan Creek Church -
Jordan Creek Church is proud to announce that there is now a children's choir. All children ages 2 years through 6th graders invited to participate. Kids are also encouraged to bring a friend.

We will be practicing the first and last Sunday of the month at 10:10 AM in the 2-3 Sunday School / 24/7 room. We will have a performance of what we have learned the first Sunday of the month during the Children's Sermon.

We are very excited about this new opportunity for our children to share in the worship experience of Jordan Creek Church.

If you have any questions, please contact Gwen Shickell at gstjarks@yahoo.com or at 515-440-0547.
She would love to hear from you and if you have any song requests please let her know. Any volunteer help would be greatly appreciated also.

GOD’S KIDS UNDER CONSTRUCTION -

Our Children's Ministry department is “KIDS UNDER CONSTRUCTION”. Our purpose at KIDS UNDER CONSTRUCTION is to reach out to each child with the love of God and Jesus Christ and help families build a spiritual foundation on which each child will become a fully devoted follower of Christ. That is the business of the Church…that is what every parent wants for their children…and Jordan Creek Church and its teachers and volunteers are here to demonstrate it and help God’s Kids to Grow in God! Building God’s Kingdom one Kid at a time!

KIDS UNDER CONSTRUCTION currently offers Sunday Morning opportunities for Nursery through 6^th Grade from 9:15 to 10:15 each Sunday morning – just before the 10:30 AM Worship Service. Learn biblical truths and principles through creative methods such as interactive drama skits, music, crafts, games, video and audio instruction, all the while surrounded by teachers and volunteers who care. Children also learn by observation and modeling; therefore, loving volunteers who have been screened and who are committed to the spiritual development of your child staff each classroom.

Jordan Creek’s Children's Ministry has many volunteer positions available for people to serve within their area of giftedness. Whether you enjoy "front line" roles, such as teaching, or prefer to serve "behind the scenes" in such positions such as getting the room ready or contacting kids each week (especially those who are gone), your commitment to our programs is vital to the spiritual growth of our children.

Mommy and Me has started at Jordan Creek Church. We meet the first and third Thursday mornings of each month from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. Snacks are provided for Mommies and little ones. Please join us for our next meeting on May 15th, 2008. Please contact Gwen Shickell if you have any questions at gstjarks@yahoo.com or 515-440-0547.

New – Food Drive for Local Food Pantries -

Beginning in September we will be collecting non-perishable food items the first Sunday of every month for local food pantries. Please bring your items to the church and place them in the basket in the entryway of the church. Thank you in advance for your donations!

For more information, please contact Josh Hibben at jhibben@gmail.com or at 201-3072.

Nursery and Childcare
A nursery and childcare is provided during Sunday and Wednesday activities at Jordan Creek, as well as during the meeting times of many other small groups and activities. Contact the church office for more information on childcare.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
A Christ-centered program for mothers and their children. See the adult ministries page for more information.