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eVoice - January 26, 2016
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Join us this Sunday for the Iowa Interfaith Exchange!
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Sunday, January 31, 12:30 PM
Drake University, Olmsted Center
The Iowa Interfaith Exchange is a gathering of people from all faiths and belief systems, coming together to find our commonalities and share our differences. The theme of this inaugural event is Exploring Our Religious Landscape.
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January Red Barrel News Now Available
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The January 2016 issue of Red Barrel News is now available.
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Vote to End Hunger at the Iowa Caucuses!
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As Iowans, we have a special opportunity to make our voices known as we hold the first-in-the-nation Iowa Caucuses.
Vote to End Hunger is a national coalition committed to ending hunger in the U.S. and around the world by 2030.
Prepared by Circle of Protection, in the following videos below, candidates were asked what they would do as president to "offer help and opportunity to hungry and poor people in the United States and around the world."
Help us make ending hunger a priority for all political candidates and parties! |
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Volunteer Needed for 3 February Bread Pick-ups
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We are in need of a volunteer to pick up bread from the West Lakes Hy-Vee store, 1725 Jordan Creek Pkwy in West Des Moines, the following Tuesday mornings: February 16, February 23, and March 1. The bread donation needs to be picked up and transported to St. Mary Family Center, 1815 Hubbell Avenue in Des Moines. If you would like to volunteer for this opportunity, please contact the DMARC office at 515-277-6969 or info@dmarcunited.org. |
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Des Moines Area Religious Council
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1435 Mulberry Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
515-277-6969
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Hot Cereal
- oatmeal
- cream of wheat
- grits
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January 26
January 31
March 20
April 10-17
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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,
or disability.
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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 materials by individuals or organizations. We gladly promote events and programs from partners that are connected to our mission, and related to the topic of hunger, poverty, interfaith relations, religious education or the arts. 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.
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Healthy Aging and Brain Wellness
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Healthy Aging and Brain Wellness January 26, 2016, 7 PM Drake University, Olmsted Center, Sussman Theater
Dr. Robert Bender Dr. Bender has been practicing geriatrics for more than 35 years and is the founder of the Geriatric Medicine and Memory Clinic at Broadlawns Medical Center. Dr. Bender specializes in memory loss and cognitive decline.
Moderator: Mary Mincer Hansen Dr. Mincer Hansen is the former Director of the Iowa Department of Public Health. Dr. Mincer Hansen has served in many national positions and held many roles involving public health.
This program is brought to you by Calvin Community Foundation and The Comparison Project at Drake University. |
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Save the Date: Palm Sunday Procession & Service for Peace
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Join a procession, led by a donkey, followed by a prayer service for peace on Sunday, March 20. Participants will raise prayers and be invited to strengthen their resolve to end war, seek peaceful resolutions across the world, and welcome immigrants and refugees of war.
John Dear, peace activist, lecturer and author, will be the featured speaker. The procession begins at 3:00 PM at First Christian Church (25th & University) and the Service begins at 3:30 PM at the Des Moines Intentional Eucharistic Community building, (33rd and University). All are welcome to either/both. Organized by Des Moines Faith Committee for Peace.
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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 2014, the DMARC Food Pantry Network assisted more than 41,000 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 materials by individuals or organizations. We gladly promote events and programs from partners that are connected to our mission, and related to the topic of hunger, poverty, interfaith relations, religious education or the arts. 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.
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