Presbyterian Witness for Peace in Ukraine and East Europe
For years, Presbyterians partnered with churches in Russia and communed as members of the body of Christ. With the war in Ukraine, travel to Russia and the region is nearly impossible. In this...
The Road To Rollins Pass
by Ken Rummer "It might be a bit bumpy." That was my brother's report as he briefed us on our planned adventure. The train route over Rollins pass, completed in 1903, was the first to make it...
Garage Sale to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
Central Presbyterian Church is having a church-wide garage sale to benefit Habitat for Humanity. There are many great items including vintage clothes, furniture, household goods, antiques, games,...
Refugee Ministry Network Formed
Forget not to show love unto strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. - Hebrews 13:2 By Roger Dahl On August 5th, Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames hosted a meeting and...
Free Webinar Opportunity
Do you only ask for gifts of cash or marketable securities from your church members or supporters? Did you know there are billions of dollars in privately held interests owned by very...
The Harvest Offering’s 45 Years of Witness to God’s Grace
By Nancy Lister-Settle This year, 2023, marks 45 years that the Presbytery of Des Moines has been faithful to rural neighbors in Iowa and around the world with its own special offering. In 1978, the...
Presbyterians for Earth Care Conference
Presbyterians for Earth Care (PEC) is a national eco-justice network that cares for God’s creation by connecting, equipping, and inspiring Presbyterians. PEC is responding with a church-wide...
Great Plains Small Church Conference
This year's Great Plains Small Church Conference will be hosted at the beautiful Calvin Crest Camp Conference & Retreat Center. At the conference, you will: Learn and grow Be renewed and...
2024 Study Tour of the Holy Land
Have you dreamed of seeing firsthand the places that we read about in the Bible? This might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Rev. Philip Beisswenger, Pastor at First Presbyterian Church...
Closing a Church Faithfully
Doug Basler answered a call in 2020 to help revitalize First Presbyterian Church in Des Moines. His true mission became a litany to leading – lovingly and faithfully – the letting go. “The church...
