eVoice - December 2, 2014

Downtown Chamber Lunch, Learn & Volunteer next week
Join DMARC and the Des Moines Downtown Chamber next Tuesday, December 9, at 11:30 a.m. for a Lunch, Learn & Volunteer event. Learn about DMARC while enjoying a lunch from Lambert & Ewers, followed by an hour of volunteering in our Food Pantry Network warehouse.  The cost is $15 for Downtown Chamber members, and $20 for the general public.
$3 Discount at Friday's Bucs Game with Food Donation
This Friday, December 5, the Des Moines Buccaneers will be holding a food drive during their game for the DMARC Food Pantry Network. They are offering a $3 discount on all Arena Level seating for anyone bringing at least one donated food item to put in the Red Barrel. DMARC will also be onsite to provide information about the Food Pantry Network and to collect monetary donations. The game begins at 7:05 p.m.

Call 515-278-2827, or visit www.bucshockey.com for more information.
Save the Date(s): Winter Thaw 2015
Winter Thaw 2015: An Interfaith and Cultural Look at the Classical Elements

Winter Thaw 2015 will be held on the following Tuesdays from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.: January 27, February 3, 10 & 17. This year we will be exploring the classical elements (Earth, Air, Fire, Water) through the scope of religions and cultures. Classes will be held at Tifereth Israel Synagogue.

More information on classes and registration will be forthcoming. Winter Thaw is an adult education opportunity with faith leaders from diverse backgrounds teaching classes on faith traditions, rituals, and beliefs, as well as cultural and modern interpretations. Student discounts and online registration will be available this year.
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Des Moines Area Religious Council

1435 Mulberry Street

Des Moines, IA 50309

 

515-277-6969

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DMARC does not require participation in religious services as a condition to receive assistance, and does not engage in religious proselytizing or counseling. DMARC practices non-discrimination in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations. All services and programs are provided to consumers without discrimination in regard to family size or structure, religious or cultural beliefs, race, gender, age,
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Cookie Walk
Saturday, December 6, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

"The BEST Christmas Cookie Walk in the metro! Buy a tin and fill it from dozens and dozens (literally, hundreds and hundreds of dozens) of handmade cookies and candy. Mop up the broken ones in the Cookie Crumb Cafe (they must go somewhere). Treat Santa, friends, teachers, co-workers--or yourself! Door prizes, too! Doors open at 9:00 and close when the cookies run out (and they go FAST).  Call 285-2865 for more information."
Who Are We?

The Des Moines Area Religious Council is an interfaith organization with a core membership of over 130 congregations from four faith traditions. Recipient of the 2012 LIVE UNITED Advocate Award from the United Way of Central Iowa, 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 2013, the DMARC Food Pantry Network assisted more than 34,000 individuals in the greater Des Moines community; half of whom are children and youth.

 

MovetheFood is a DMARC-led initiative to address the entire food system in Greater Des Moines, building on nearly 40 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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Disclaimer: The Des Moines Area Religious Council makes every effort to provide accurate and useful general information in its eVoice, but accepts no liability for the use of the material by individuals or organizations. We gladly distribute information from member or partner individuals, congregations, and other agencies, but our inclusion of such material should not be construed as being sponsored or endorsed by DMARC. Undated general announcements and employment opportunities are included for one week unless requested to be included for a longer period of time.