WORSHIP
In worship, we gather together as parts of a whole, as a community, in order to offer thanks and praise for the ways in which we have experienced God’s grace and mercy in our lives, to remind one another that God’s grace and mercy will be with us in all circumstances, and to be filled up with God’s love, mercy and grace so that we can go out into the world to offer that same love, mercy and grace to others.
We believe worship is authentic when it makes room for God’s Spirit to be present through a variety of music, liturgy and rituals, as well as for a variety of expressions—whether joyous or sorrowful, whether doubtful or filled with assurance, whether offering thanks or seeking forgiveness. |
GROWRelationships are really at the heart of Christian Community—our relationship with God, and our relationships with others. The opportunities for connecting with others for encouragement and support as we each learn to center our lives on loving God and loving our neighbor are endless!
Gather with others for Coffee Talk or meet with the United Methodist Women or the Men's Group. Find a connecting point, make new friends, and grow in your journey of faith! |
GIVE/SERVEGiving to and serving others are ways we become the “hands and feet” of Jesus in the world. Each month, we lift up different ways for you to serve the community, either through food pantries, community centers, disaster relief or other need-based opportunities.
One ongoing ministry is our Prayer Shawl ministry, in which people hand-knit shawls as a tangible way for those going through illness or other times of struggle to feel the presence and love of God wrapped around them. |
9155 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50266 Mailing address: PO BOX 845, Waukee, IA 50263 515.987.1402
Pastor Nate 515-705-8208
Contact us at openhearts@maplegroveiowa.org
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