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 June 18, 2012
  Because of the upcoming July 4th holiday, the next eVoice will be July 9. Deadline for copy is 07/03/12.
In this eVoice
Community calendar
Public service announcements
Faith community news
Employment, job training, volunteering

60 Years of Service - A Digest Brief

In 1976,
Established the Emergency Food Pantry program, now known as the DMARC's Food Pantry Network.
Meals from the Market at the Downtown
Des Moines Farmers' Market Needs You!

Volunteers needed:

We need Saturday morning volunteers throughout the duration of the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market to work the MovetheFood booth in partnership with Meals for the Market, and to help get the donations of fresh produce and other great stuff to our warehouse and partners. In 2011, the Meals from the Market Program contributed to our distribution of over 300,000 pounds of fresh produce to our 12 pantry sites, a key aspect to our focus on health. To sign up, please go to the Meals from the Market volunteer website. It's going to be a great summer at the Downtown Farmers' Market!

CitY

Community of Interfaith Youth

A DMARC program 

Youth ages 14-18 who are interested in learning about other faith beliefs

 

In the CitY (Community of Interfaith Youth)

we engage youth of different religious backgrounds to use their religious difference as an opportunity to be compassionate and serve one another and the greater community in which they live.

 

Location varies, check with Colin at [email protected]

 

CitY meets once per month,
usually the 2nd Thursday.

 

To build relationships among youth of different religions, backgrounds and to serve.

Pottery Sale! 

handcrafted bowl
Handcrafted artisan bowls for sale in our office,
to benefit the DMARC Food Pantry Network.
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Public service announcements

 

A Special Training for Clergy, Staff & Volunteers of Faith-Based Institutions 

Mental Health First Aid is a 2-day course that helps the public identify, understand and respond to mental illness and signs of substance abuse disorders. The course is Tuesday, June 19th & Thursday, June 21st, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 600 6th Ave., Des Moines. Clergy, church staff, youth leaders, outreach worker, reception desk staff or volunteers. Cost is $25/includes manual (scholarships are available). Mental Health First Aid Certification is available for completed course (must attend both days). Sponsored by: Polk County Suicide Prevention Coalition, St. John's Lutheran Church, DMARC, and Polk County Health Services. Learn more at: www.MentalHealthFirstAid.org. Click on "Find a Course Near You", and search "12-hour classes" in Des Moines. See a detailed flier. Register by emailing: [email protected]or call 515-243-0867. Class is limited to 25, so if the class is no longer visible on the web site, it is full. 6/22
 

Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training

The Adult Literacy Center at Drake University is sponsoring this training on Friday, June 22, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 23, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Volunteers meet with one adult for two hours a week at times convenient for you. Pairs meet in the Drake School of Education, 3206 University, or in area libraries and community centers. For more information and to register, email [email protected] or call 515-271-3982.  6/22

 

Contemplative Leadership Seminar Series is October 2012 - June 2013

Truly effective leadership is informed by contemplative awareness in the midst of action. To open full brochure, click here. To open flyer to post, click here. For application and overview visit: www.contemplative-leadership.com or call Janet Drey at: 515-314-1440.

 

"Jumpstart" - Back To School Health Fair

The 2012 Jumpstart will be held on Wednesday July 18, from 1:00 to 6:30 p.m. at East High in Des Moines. (East High and Charter students are welcome at 11 a.m.) The health fair provides servics for K-12 kids including physicals, immunizations (bring records), dental screenings, lead tests, Hawk-I insurance sign-up, Iowa Food assistance sign-up, and after school programming. All services are free and those students participating in a health screening receive a backpack filled with school supplies. Parent/guardian must accompany each child.

 Volunteer interpreters for Spanish and other languages are needed. Contact Chelsey at 515-558-6242 or [email protected] of interested.

 

Volunteers Needed for Go the Distance: Plant a Mile!

Get your hands dirty and enjoy working as a crew on a beautiful family farm all to help serve up fresh, locally grown produce for families in need! Go the Distance: Plant a Mile is a project that depends on volunteers to grow a mile worth of produce for DMARC food pantries and the Food Bank of Iowa.

 

We need volunteers to help weed these crops in June and to harvest them this fall. The fall date will be announced later this summer. The weeding date is Tuesday, June 19. We'll leave Des Moines at 8 a.m. and return by 3 p.m. A potluck, picnic lunch will be served under the shade tree after about four hours of weeding. Bring something to share for the picnic and gloves. Please RSVP so we can coordinate transportation and tools to Matt Russel at: 515-271-4956 or [email protected].

 

Full details will be sent to those who've signed up. Thanks to the support of Rinehart Family Farm, Kitchen Collage and Cultivating Compassion: The Richard Deming Foundation, we are able to partner with the Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) and the Food Bank of Iowa for Go the Distance: Plant a Mile. The pilot program aims to increase the amount of locally grown produce available in the 12 DMARC food pantries and the Food Bank of Iowa. This year, we're planting a mile! 6/19

 

Hunger & Resilience: Visual & Audio Stories by Michael Nye

This critically acclaimed exhibit about hunger will be in Des Moines for the month of August 2012, and sponsored by the Food Bank of Iowa. An overview video is available on YouTube. This free exhibit is extremely powerful and is to build awareness about the issue of hunger affecting so many of our neighbors, family, friends and co-workers today. Contact Lindsay Pingel at: 515-564-0330.  6/30

 Faith community news    

 

Refugee Ministry Benefit Concert

SAVE THE DATE: Refugee Ministry Benefit concert Sunday, July 1st, 2 p.m., at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 2926 Beaver Ave. for the retirement of Sister Patricia Scherer and the refugee program. Featured performers are The CJC (Community Jazz Center) Big Band, an 18-piece group under the direction of Bob Short. Gina Gedler, vocalist. And Abe Goldstein and The Java Jews ensemble. Admission is free. A free-will offering will benefit the refugee ministry in the metro area.

 

Backpacks & Supplies needed at CROSS Ministries

Help needed for school supplies. CROSS Ministries has asked for help in collecting donations.  A monetary gift of just $15.00 will cover the expense of a  filled pack. Contact Roberta Victor at Cottage Grove Avenue Presbyterian before July 15. The church is located at 1050 24th St., Des Moines.

 

Apartment for Rent: Ideal for clergy person, maybe temporary or young, single person just out of seminary. Unit vacant at 914 E. Euclid Ave., Des Moines. 1 bedroom, $575 per month. Call Kurt or Gina at: 515-202-8800, for more information. 

 

Young Adult Volunteer Courtney Townsend Goes to Ireland

Courtney Townsend has been given her assignment as a YAV for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), at a church in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The church is located near a low-income housing development where there has been a strong Loyalist paramilitary influrence. Courtney will lead youth activities in the church and will strengthen contact with the local primary school. Courtney will also provide support for programs at the community center in the low-income housing complex. Courtney is raising her own funds for her year in Ireland. For more information, contact Westminster Presbyterian Church, 515-274-1534. For a promotional video visit:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWxqit_BL8

 

Timberline Church offers "Faith in Action"

Every fifth Sunday (next one is July 29th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.), offers free oil changes to widows, single moms, and spouses of deployed military personnel. They also provide free haircuts and meals while the people are waiting. This monthly event is located at 201 East Locust, Des Moines. For an appointment you must contact Diane Browne at: 515 276-6089.

 

4-week Tai Chi Program Begins at Plymouth & Westminster

Free-will offering! Taught by Ruth Kneile, will include both Qigong and Tai Chi. To register, come on the first night of class. Starting July 9 and 11 & 12. Check the DMARC calendar to see the schedule.

 

Calling All Youth Interested in Gardening

Community! Youth Concepts has two plots in the Franklin Community Garden available. The produce grown will be donated to DMARC Food Pantry Network. This will be an opportunity for youth to be outside and to learn more about how to give back. If you have questions or are interested in giving your time, contact Michelle Raymer at: 515 242-4292 or [email protected].

 

Central Iowa NACBA Invites You to June Meeting

On Thursday, June 21, at 11:30 a.m. the Central Iowa Chapter of the National Assoc. of Church Business Adminstrators, will meet at First Federated, 4801 Franklin Ave., Des Moines. The topic will be on Certification for Church Business Adminstrators and Performance Management Systems / Employee Reviews. Presenters are Jennifer Hines (Plymouth Congregational) and Laural Swanson (Altoona, Lutheran Church of the Cross). Please RSVP to Tom Hefner,by Wednesday, June 20 if you will be joining us!

 Employment, job training, volunteering

 

Missions & Youth Coordinator - Westminster Presbyterian Church, Des Moines

You can make a difference! We are a large Des Moines area church in need of a full-time team member to coordinate our mission programs and develop youth discipleship and spirituality. We are looking for a committed Christian who is self-motivated, highly organized and has relevant experience. We offer health insurance, a pension plan, paid time off and more. Contact Jim VandeBerg at: [email protected], and he will send you a job description and benefits list.   7/18

 

Part-Time Secretary for Galilee Baptist Church, Des Moines

Part time, two days 8-10 hours. General Secretary experience. Excellent working conditions with up-to-date equipment. Church has security and is handicapped accessible. Send resume to [email protected] or mail to Trustees, Galilee Baptist Church, 2208 Des Moines St., Des Moines, IA 50317   8/01

 

Full-Time Minister for Children - Holy Trinity Lutheran, Ankeny

to lead ministry to families with children, birth to 5th grade. Strong faith, ability to energize kids and parents, experience working in Children's Ministries (or related field). Submit cover letter and resume to Anne Williams, Minister for Youth & Families at: [email protected].  7/15

 

Pianist or Organist for Sunday Service, Capitol Hill Christian Church, Des Moines

This is for the 10 a.m. worship service, at Capitol Hill Christian Church, 3322 E. 25th St., Des Moines. For more information, contact Pastor Candice K. Brown at: 515-266-6283 or [email protected].    7/15

 

Direct Support Associates - Mosaic, Des Moines

Responsible for training and assisting individuals served in various aspects of activities of daily living while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.

H.S. diploma or equivalent. Minimum three months experience in related field. Must be 18 years of age or older. Complete an employment application or contact Theresa Tekolste at: [email protected].

 

Director of Youth Inspiration and Christian Education - Immanuel United Methodist Church, Des Moines

Full time, $35,000- $40,000/yr, benefits based on qualifications. Immanel is active, friendly, mission driven congregation of all ages and walks of life. Applications and resumes accepted through June 8, 2012. Send to Staff-Parish Relations Comm., 2900 49th St., Des Moines, IA 50310, or email: [email protected]. For more info, visit: www.immanueldsm.org.  6/08

 

Volunteers needed for Iowa Homeless Youth Center, Des Moines

  • Thursday evening child care - assist with child care from 5-8:30 p.m. while women attend parenting and life-skill classes.
  • Thursday evening meal site - socialize with youth at meal site from 7-9:30 p.m.
  • Mentor a young person
  • Assist with special events
  • Donate monetary or in-kind items

For more info, contact Toni at: 515-265-1222.  7/01

 

 

Companion Volunteers for Mosaic, Des Moines

Spend time with individuals served by Mosaic once a week or once a month to spend time with them. Enjoy doing crafts, baking, music or whatever your interests or hobbies include. Set own schedules and come as often as they choose. Flexible to work around your schedule and appreciate any /all time you are willing to give. Contact Kathryn Graen at: [email protected] or 515-868-0623.

 

Registered Nurse and 3 New Service Coodinator Positions -CANDEO, Johnston

A non-profit organization that assists adults with mental and intellectual disabilities needs a registered nurse. If you are interested, contact Recruiter Erin Zirkelbach at: [email protected] or 515 259-8110, x2022. Or go to: www.candeoiowa.org.

 

Who are we?

 

The Des Moines Area Religious Council is an interfaith organization with a core membership of about 130 congregations from ten faith traditions. Recipient of the 2010 Aurora Award from the Des Moines Register, DMARC provides a common means of responding to basic human needs and a context for interfaith dialogue.

 

The DMARC Food Pantry Network consists of 12 separate pantry sites, a centralized warehouse, and numerous community partners. It is the largest food pantry network in Iowa. Pantry sites are located in West Des Moines, Ankeny, Johnston, Urbandale, and eight sites in Des Moines. In 2010, the DMARC Food Pantry Network assisted about 10,000 families.

 

MovetheFood is a DMARC-led initiative to address the entire food system in Greater Des Moines, building on more than 35 years of the Food Pantry Network, catalyzing fresh generations, and engaging new constituencies to further support a vision for a day when everyone in Polk County has enough to eat.

Des Moines Area Religious Council / MovetheFood
3816 36th Street, Suite 202
Des Moines, Iowa 50310
515-277-6969