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60 years of service -
A digest brief. | | Launched the Move The Food initiative to engage the whole community in building a systematic model to end hunger and improve health in Polk County. |
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Remember to bring your
donation of diapers to your DMARC collection point! In one day, a healthy infant uses 10-12 diapers and a healthy toddler uses 6-8 for a cost of $100 a month or more. Cloth diapers are not an option as most daycare facilities do not accept children with cloth diapers.
The Iowa Health System is currently in the middle of their diaper-a-day campaign. You can join in by commenting on their Facebook page. Each like or comment to their daily question, gets the Food Pantry Network another diaper donated! |
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Save the Date:
4th Annual
Hope for Hungry
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Feeding Greater Des Moines will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, in downtown Des Moines, on Nov. 10, 2012, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The goal is to alleviate childhood hunger in the Greater Des Moines area by 2015. This symposium will seek creative solutions toward accomplishing this goal. The day includes speakers, videos, break-out groups & prizes! The Bridge, an ecumenical group of downtown churches, will provide lunch. A free-will offering for lunch will support the Bridge's downtown Connection Cafe, which serves free lunch five days a week to people in need. Click here for a
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Register for 2012 Healthy Farms, Healthy People State Meeting!
The Iowa Food Systems Council has been selected to host the 2012 Healthy Farms, Healthy People State Meeting on Nov. 16, 2012, at the
Fisher Community Center in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Online registration for this first year event is now available. Register early to guarantee yourself a seat! Consider representing your organization or your own work at this meeting by submitting a proposal to speak! Long and short presentations that showcase how the health of Iowans is dependent on healthy relationships between agriculture, food, health care and public health are needed. Email the Iowa Food Systems Council or call 515-423-0660. |
Des Moines Area Religious Council / MovetheFood 3816 36th Street, Suite 202
Des Moines, Iowa 50310
515-277-6969
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Greetings!
Over the next few months, consider attending one of the classes of The Comparison Project, which is supported by Drake University Humanities Center, the Humanities Iowa, the Medbury Fund, Drake University Principal Financial Group Center for Global Citizenship, the Des Moines Area Religious Council and Cultivating Compassion: The Richard Deming Foundation.
Each year, this project explores a religious topic through a series of scholar lectures, inter-faith dialogues, and philosophical reflections. The next class is Thursday, September 27th. The topic is, Sikhism and Suffering: Understanding and Healing after the Milwaukee Massacre, with presenter Nikky-Guninder K. Singh, Crawford Family Professor of Religion from Colby College. It will be held at Drake University in Des Moines, in the Harvey Ingham Building, Room #104, at 7 p.m. (see poster below).
Next eVoice is October 8--deadline is Oct. 5, 2012. |
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 Community Calendar
We are pleased to point you to the community calendar on the DMARC website. You may access it at any time. Feel free to upload your own events! Just click on "add an event".
IMAGES OF PEACE: Interfaith Prayer Service is October
Join us for an Interfaith Prayer Service is Sunday, October 7th, 7 p.m. at DMACC Auditorium, Urban Campus, 1100 7th St, Des Moines (Bldg. 1, Rms. 124-126), featuring a powerful and inspiring, original video by Rodger Routh, presenting images of peace from various faith traditions and a variety of perspectives. At the end of the service people will walk to the Path of Peace Sculpture nearby to scatter the soil gathered from representatives of many different faiths at last year's Interfaith Service. The service is sponsored by the Des Moines Area Ecumenical Committee For Peace. For details, contact Eloise Cranke, 515-262-5974, or Susie Paloma, 515-480-1872.
Retreat Ministry at Covenant Christian Church - A Monthly Experience of Saturday Sabbath.
On October 13, "Poetry as Spiritual Practice" will be presented by Jim Autry, a former Fortune 500 corporate executive, author, speaker and poet. His 11th book, Choosing Gratitude; Learning to Love the Life You Have, was published in June 2012. Cost is $50. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 13, 2012. Contact Paul Witmer, 2700 72nd St., Urbandale, IA 50322. or pwitmer@mchsi.com for this and other monthly programs or check www.dmreligious.org community calendar. A complete calendar of retreats can be found at: http://www.covenant-christian.org/journey-up/
Iowa Hunger Summit: United in Fighting Hunger is Oct. 16th
Save the Date! On Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012, from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown, we will celebrate our common heritage of humanitarian action at the 2012 Iowa Hunger Summit, the kick-off to our annual World Food Prize events. This year's events will focus on the role of collaboration and coalitions in combatting hunger, with a special emphasis on hunger among senior citizens. The Iowa Hunger Summit is free and open to the public. Register online. Even if you can't make it to this year's Hunger Summit, we encourage you to share your efforts as an individual or organization to fight hunger in your community and around the world
LADOS Life after Death of Spouse
This DMARC-sponsored support group meets the second Sunday evening of each month at Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ, 42nd St. & Ingersoll, Des Moines. For details, contact LADOS Coordinator Connie Coy-Walker at: 515-255-2229.
Sleep Under the Stars so Kids Can Reach Them.
Reggie's Sleepout is October 27, at Drake University Football Stadium. Visit www.reggiessleepout.org to register, donate, and set up your personal fundraising page. Reggie's Sleepout is an annual event benefitting the Iowa Homeless Youth Centers. Questions can be directed to Toni at 515-265-1222. Note: DMARC is not a co-host or beneficiary of the 2012 sleepout. |
Drake University Humanities Center to Sponsor Events for The Comparison Project
Aims of The Comparison Project are to educate about diversity between and within religious, as well as providing a forum in which local religious congregations could dialogue on issues of religious and community import. Since its begining, the Project has added the third aim, that of producing knowledge in comparative philosophy of historical religions. Fall events for 2012 are listed on the DMARC community calendar and include an interfaith student dialogue, a presentation on Sikhism and Suffering and a Native American ways of alleviating suffering. Please click on the community calendar on the DMARC website. Below is the poster for the Thursday, Sept. 27th event on Sikhism and Suffering.
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Food Pantry Fundraiser at Fire Creek Grill 
" Eat tonight, so others can tomorrow." On Thursday, Sept 27, Fire Creek Grill will donate a portion of their evening proceeds from 4 p.m. to close, to the DMARC Food Pantry Network. In addition, customers are encouraged to bring donations of canned or pre-packaged food items. Reservations recommended, 515-224-0500, 50th and Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines.
September 29 Anchor Coffee House Presents Big Joe & Jen
Westminster's Anchor Coffee House will present Des Moines' own Joel Kinser & Jen Hughes on Saturday evening, Sept. 29th. Big Joe & Jen play acoustic guitar-driven American-roots music. Occupying that space between country, rock, folk and blues, they write and sing songs that are by turns humorous and heartbreaking. Anchor Coffee House doors open at 6:30 p.m., with show time at 7 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly night out with great refreshments, free childcare and plenty of parking. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and can be purchased at Westminster Church on Sunday mornings, or Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are also available at Uptempo Music in the Beaverdale shopping district. Call 515-274-1534 to purchase by phone with credit card. Anchor Coffee House is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Beaver and Franklin Avenues in Des Moines.
Free Haircuts at Timberline Church, September 30
On Sunday, Sept. 30, Timberline (4459 121st St., Urbandale) is going to cancel our weekend services and put our Faith into Action! We would like to extend an invitation to all single mothers, widows, spouses/families of deployed military personnel, or unemployed persons/famililies to come to the church to receive a free haircut. Please call for your haircut appointment by Noon on Wednesday, September 26th, 515-276-6089. If you are looking for an opportunity to "roll up your sleeves" and give back to the community, then join Timberline Evangelical Free Church on the 30th as they put their Faith into Action in the local community. It's a great way to build friendships working side by side to make a difference in people's lives.
American LifeCollection Opens October 6
St. Mark Gallery, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1105 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, is proud to present its newest exhibit, American Life. Meet the 4-H kids from the Camera Corp at the opening reception on Saturday, October 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. See over 45 scenes the kids discovered through the lens of their cameras; Tim Florer is the volunteer director of this group. On opening night, vote for your favorite image; the photo receiving the most votes will receive a "Best of Show" award. The exhibit runs from October 6 through October 26. You are also welcome to view their work by visiting anytime during regular gallery hours, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. As always, the gallery is free and open to the public.
Stephen Ministry Workshop at West Des Moines Christian Church
West Des Moines Christian Church, 4501 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, will host a Stephen Ministry Workshop on Oct. 6, 2012, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The half-day workshop consists of three sessions designed both to enhance participants' caregiving skills and to help congregations explore ways to expand their caring ministry. The cost of this workshop is $15 per person or $50 for a group of four or more from the same congregation. For details or to register, call Stephen Ministries at 314-428-2600, or register online. Or contact Pastor Alison Robuck at WDMCC for more information 515-223-1639.
Food Matters: 9 Films that Explore Ways to Think about Food
Why do you eat the things you do, and does it matter? Nine films examine food choices in terms of their health, ethical, social, political, economic or environmental consequences. The film viewings will take place on the 2nd Friday of the month (September 2012- May 2013) at First Unitarian Church, 1800 Bell Ave., Des Moines. Start time is 7 p.m. and admission is FREE! Film schedule:
Informal discussion will follow, with a sampling of foods after the final film. Childcare provided upon request, call: 515-288-3427 or 515-244-8603, x107. Made possible by a R.E.A.C.H. grant from the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines.
Attend Ecumenical Fiesta Fun-Raiser for El Salvador Mission
Join us for a fiesta afternoon with a silent auction, tapas and Latino music on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 4-7 p.m. at the Des Moines Intentional Eucharistic Community, 3300 University Ave., Des Moines. Cost is $15 per person, under age 10-free; student discount- $10. Advanced ticket sales and at-the-door sales. Contact Betty at: 515-276-4991 or bdyer@dmpresbytery.org.
For details, go to Our Sister Parish. Proceeds to to past and current projects in El Salvador including: water filter projects, water collection tanks, flood relief efforts, fairly traded coffee, medical help, educational scholarships, fertilizer distribution, solar panel installation, and more. We will be selling our coffee, Don Justo-Coffee with Dignity, at the event.
Westminster Presbyterian Church Hosts Art Exhibit
Works of art based on the theme of "Prodigal Forgiveness" will be featured at Westminster Presbyterian Church. The art will be on display in the Sanctuary and the Narthex. Come and view the art, reflect on the messages of forgiveness, meet the artists, and enjoy live music and refreshments. The exhibit will continue through October 21 and can be viewed any time the building is open - Mon. through Thurs. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sat. and Sun. 8 a.m.-Noon.The event is free and childcare is provided. Westminster Presbyterian Church is located at the corner of Beaver and Franklin Avenues in Des Moines.
Save the Date: Scholar-in-Residence at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Oct. 26-28
Rabbi Naomi Levy, author of the national bestseller To Begin Again, as well as Talking to God and Hope Will Find You, is the founder and spiritual leader of Nashuva, the Jewish Prayer community and outreach movement in Los Angeles responsibile for bringing hundreds of unaffiliated Jews back to Judaism. An engaging speaker, Rabbi Levy has appeared on Oprah, the Today Show and NPR. Presentations include: Friday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 27, 9:30 a.m. with a Kiddush lunch; and Sunday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m.with coffee and book signing at Caspe Terrace. Questions? Contact 515-255-1137 or office@tifereth.org. |
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Job / Volunteer / Training Opportunities
Community Leadership Classes
Classes developed and held with DMACC for the past 5 years. Help you and your organization learn how to grow volunteer capacity. Classes start Sept. 27. Enroll on line at
Scholarships available through Rebuilding Together of Greater Des Moines. For details or to apply for scholarship, contact Beth Hicks, Program Manager at: 515-280-1674 or bhicks@rebuildingdm.org.
Accounts Payable Position - St. John's Lutheran Church, Des Moines
Part time, non-exempt, 20 hrs. per week. Coordinate payroll with Paychex, do trend analysis, asst with accounts receivable as needs arise. Church or non-profit experience a plus. Working knowledge of MS Office. RDS is our Church Management Software. Contact Scott LeBlanc at: scottl@stjohnsdsm.org.
A flexible self-starter who enjoys a variety of tasks and working with people to facilitate connections among a caring, Christ-loving group of people. Experience with MS Publisher and other MS products, comfortable managing financial records and skills in database management required. Salary $22-25k, 32 hrs per week in church office. Send cover letter and resume to: sprc@immanueldsdm.org.
Secretary - Capitol Hill Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Des Moines
A secretarial position is opening and is 12-hours per week. For details, contact Pastor Candice K. Brown at 515-266-6283. Send resumes and cover letter to the church, 3322 E. 25th St. Des Moines, IA 50317.
Volunteer in October Rebuilding Together of Greater Des Moines has an exciting opportunity. Lowe's is giving the funds to provide weatherization services to individuals or families in our community. If you have skills or interest in putting up plastic on windows, help with simple insulation, caulking and/or weather stripping send an email to boyd@rebuildingdm.org today!
Volunteer Hunger Hikers Needed - Des Moines On October 14, the 43rd Annual Des Moines Area Hunger Hike will have a new route this year with interesting options! On Sunday, you'll walk from 1:30-4 p.m. starting on the east side of the Norman Borlaug Hall of Laureates, 100 Locust St., Des Moines. The World Food Prize is offering a guided tour of the beautiful Hall of Laureates building to returning Hikers! In 2011, 50 congregations and other groups participated and we hope to increase that number. The need is great - help the Des Moines Area Hunger Hike Inc., work back up to their peak year (1990) of $57,845 in receipts. Half the receipts go to local agencies; 40% to Church World Service/CROP, the other 10% is divided among Heifer International, Seed Programs, Inc, and Iowa/Yucatan Partners. For collection packets, to sponsor a hiker or to join the walk, call 515-279-1106. Volunteers - DMARC Food Pantry Warehouse, Des Moines We need help with our farmer's market produce delivery on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. We are also looking for help on Friday mornings 8-10 a.m. Are you able to lift 40-50 lbs. and put it in our warehouse cooler? We need your help now until October. Contact the Food Pantry Network Director Rebecca Whitlow, at 515-277-6969. Interpretation & Translation Program - DMACC, Des Moines Currently seeking interpreters for the following languages: Burmese, Cambodian, Chin-Mizo and other Chin dialects, Dinka, Karen, Korean, Nuer, Swahili. For details, contact Stephanie Hingtgen, ITR manager, at: 515-282-8269, ext. 16, or hingtgen@iowainternationalcenter.org. Intern & Volunteer Manager for International Programs - Iowa International Center, Des Moines Responsible for program development, management and evaluation for International Visitor Leadership Program and Community Connection Program. Duties include responding to requests for proposals from State Department/USAID and proactive development of proposals. Includes designing programs specific to visitors' professional backgrounds and interests; researching content for visitors' programs; planning for and coordinating all logistical needs; maintaining working relationships with community leaders; maintaining a database of local resources. Responsibilities also include the identification, training and management of volunteers and interns. Salary $27k-$31k. Generous health care and time off benefits. Direct resumes to: Exec. Dir. Dr. Judith A. Conlin at: jconlin@iowainternationalcenter.org or Iowa International Center, 319 7th Street Suite 200, Des Moines, IA 50309. Various Positions - Candeo, Johnston - Human Resources Assistant
- PT or FT Registered Nurse
- Habilitation Service Coordinator
- Supported Community Living Instructors- including Overnight Shifts available (part-time, full-time, or casual- less than 20 hrs)
- Mental Health Instructors- including overnight shifts available (part-time, full-time, or casual- less than 20 hrs)
- Team Leaders
- Nights and Weekends Employment Consultant
- PT Employment Consultant
- Job Developer
Contact, Candeo HR Recruiter Erin Zirkelbach, 9550 White Oak Ln., Johnston, IA 50131, or 515-259-8110, x2022 or Erin.Zirkelbach@candeoiowa.org. |
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| Who are we?
The Des Moines Area Religious Council is an interfaith organization with a core membership of about 140 congregations from four 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 2011, the DMARC Food Pantry
Network assisted over 33,000 people..
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. |
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