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Des Moines
Christian School
Our Mission -Equipping students with an excellent biblically-directed, Christ-centered education.
Our Vision -Students will become servant leaders who think critically, discern spiritually, and act biblically.
Our Core Values -
∙ Wise stewardship of
all resources
∙ Serving those inside
and outside the body
of Christ
∙ Striving toward
excellence in all of our
endeavors
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ePulse
Editing and Periodic Writing by Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent Development by Marilyn Wilson and Published by Lisa Fitzgerald
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." (James 1:2-4)
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Did You Know?
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Sixth Grade Teacher, Miss Angell, ran the Chicago Marathon in 2011! It was good conditioning for teaching sixth-grade.
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Opening Quote, Joke, Scripture, and Prayer
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This Week's Opening Quote:
"Too many Christians have a commitment of convenience. They'll stay faithful as long as it's safe and doesn't involve risk, rejection, or criticism. Instead of standing alone in the face of challenge or temptation, they check to see which way their friends are going."
(Charles Stanley, 1932-, Southern American Clergyman,)
Opening Joke:
(See the punchline at the close of the ePulse):
How does Moses make his tea?
This Week's Scripture:
". . .confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." (James 5:16, English Standard Version)
This Week's Opening Prayer:
"Father in heaven, I am tempted, and I sin every day. All sin and fall short of Your glory, Lord. I am weak. My spirit is willing, but my flesh is weak. Lord, allow me to lean into Your strength when I am tempted to sin. I pray that Your strength will be made perfect in my weakness. Lord, don't allow me to ever isolate from other Christians. Place me constantly in community, and allow me to pray for my brothers and sisters in Christ, and allow me to confess my sin to them. What a reassurance to know that You are working great power through us in community, when we are confessing our sins, bearing each others' temptations, and praying for one another. So, help me, God. Amen."
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Notes from Dr. Bob
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You should know that I, Dr. Bob, recently participated in a recorded interview with Dave Nadler of Pulse 99.5 FM Radio, and that spot will be aired on Monday morning, February 25, between 7:15 and 7:30 a.m., if you are interested in listening. I definitely attempted to be a passionate spokesman for Des Moines Christian School and Christ-centered education! My appearance on 99.5, and the advertising which will occur over the course of the next month, is due to the generosity of a Des Moines Christian couple! I praise the Lord for their financial support!
I was blessed this week by a first grader who wrote me a beautiful note. She wrote, "Dr. Bob, You are the best! You are a heart of hope in my life!" Have I received a sweeter or more pure note from anyone?! I think not! What a blessing are the students of Des Moines Christian School!
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School-Wide Announcements
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Today is the last day for returning families to register without a late fee! To ensure your student's placement in a class for the 2013-2014 school year - and to avoid the late registration fee - please plan to have your completed packet with registration fee returned on or before March 1.
EDUCATION CELEBRATION - Wednesday, March 6, 2013! Join DMCS Leaders and our own Victory singers at the Iowa State Capitol. Click here for more information.
Need a Babysitter? Des Moines Christian School Ninth Grader Megan Andrus is looking for babysitting jobs! She is "pretty much available anytime, weeknights and weekends"! Contact Megan, if you ever need to hire a baby-sitter in advance or "even at the last minute." Megan can be reached at 954-6475 or via email.
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DMCS in the News
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The DMCS Varsity Girls were featured in last week's edition of the
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Scholarship Information
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DMACC Foundation scholarship application for the Spring 2013 High School Grad Scholarship is now available online. Deadline is March 1.
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Secondary News
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Victory will be performing the National Anthem at Iowa Energy's Faith and Family Night at the Wells Fargo Arena. The game is on March 10th, with tip-off at 4:00 p.m., and Jason Gray performing a FREE post-game concert! If you'd like to purchase discounted tickets at $8 each, please contact Kyle Davy at (515) 564-8563 by March 6th. This discounted offer is not available at the box office. Please come out and support the DMCS Fine Arts!
Monday, March 4th is our annual student/staff blood drive. Initial registrations occurred during high school lunch on Thursday, February 28th. If there are spots open after that initial registration, the form will be available in the Secondary Office. Students must be at least 16 years of age to donate blood and MUST have a permission slip signed by their parents. Permission slips will be available at registration. This event is sponsored by the DMC Student Council.
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Development Office News
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You should have received your invitation to our 26th Annual Benefit and Auction in the mail. Please mark your calendars, call the babysitter, and send your RSVP response form back to us. If you have friends who do not currently attend DMCS, but would like to know more about our school, please contact Peggy Lettow at 252-2496. We will give complimentary tickets to any prospective family.
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PTF News
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The date for the Big Blue Bash has been changed to avoid a potential conflict with a sub-state varsity basketball game, so re-mark your calendars, and plan on attending the BBB from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2013! The BBB is filled with fun, food, and fever pitch excitement! You and your children will not want to miss this memorable event!
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Notes from Chapel
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The Secondary Chapel was a "veritable cornocopia" of the ways that God is moving through Des Moines Christian School and Secondary students. If you would like to read my summary of the chapel activities, including Valley Church Student Ministries Pastor Brandon Early's message, "Remember, Recognize, Rededicate, Reveal, and Remove," please click here.
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Upcoming Chapel Services
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Elementary Chapel on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 -
Multi-Purpose Room - 8:45-9:10 a.m. - Presented by the 3rd grade classes of Erin Heisterkamp, Ruth Ann Rittgers, and Ginny Vaden
Secondary Chapel on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 -
Gymnasium - 11:14 a.m. until 12:01 p.m. - Students will meet in small groups throughout the building
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Upcoming Community Events & News
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All Things New
A gathering of women based on the book Captiving by John and Stasi Eldredge
April 4-7, 2013
The registration deadline is is today, March 1.
More information
Championship Fathering Conference
Sponsored by 365 Dad and the YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Saturday, March 2, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
More Information
Click here for information about Drake Women's Basketball girls' summer basketball camps. Bacon Fest Culinary Competition -- Bacon Feed -- Silent Auction Fundraiser Saturday, March 16, 2013, 5:30-8:00 p.m. Willow Creek Church, 720 SW 64th Avenue, WDM $5 per person, if bringing a bacon dish $10 per person, if not Kids are free! All proceeds benefit the Ross Charlton Family's work in Central Asia. Ross, an airplane pilot, recently spoke in Secondary Chapel. Right to Life Spring Book Sale
April 16-20
Jordan Park Camp Building, 2251 Fuller Road, WDM
More information Book Sale Coordinator, Rhonda Phillips (515) 205-8024 2013 Iowa Prayer Breakfast Student Seminar (Intended audience is junior high school and older) Featuring Dr. Andy Bannister, speaking on the question, "What Makes Jesus Different?" Also featuring Dr. Bannister and Dr. Ravi Zacharias in a Q&A with students Wednesday, March 27, 2013, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Drake University, Sheslow Auditorium, 2507 University Avenue, DM The event is free, but you must RSVP.
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The next ePulse will be published on Friday, March 8, 2013.
Closing Quote:
"Most dangerous is that temptation that doth goad us on to sin in loving virtue." (William Shakespeare, 1564-1616, English Poet and Dramatist)
Closing Punchline:
How does Moses make his tea?
I don't know. How does Moses make his tea?
Hebrews it.
Sincerely,
 Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent
Des Moines Christian School
13007 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323
Phone: (515) 252-2480 Fax: (515) 251-6911
 
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