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In a recent article in the Wall Street Journal Nicholas Carr gives some troubling research about the impact of smartphone on our ability to concentrate. He reveals that students who have access to smartphones in class drop one letter grade. The impact of smartphones on us and our culture is yet to be known.  Their impact will unfold in the next 10 to 15 years. There are…

September 10-17 the Baptist Convention of Iowa churches across our state will collect a special offering specifically designated for ministry in the state.   By pooling our offerings together, much can be accomplished for the Kingdom. 100% of the money given to the Iowa Missions Offering will be used in two specific ministry areas:  1) the Iowa Ministry Fund, which…

Wednesday evening, September 6th, is our grow 252 children’s program kickoff.            The entire family is welcome to join us as we launch a new year of  grow 252. There will be a bounce house for children and walking tacos for your entire family!  Preschoolers are welcome to use the bounce house from 5:30 – 6:00 pm.  Elementary children from 6:00 – 7:15 pm. …