http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/ News / Announcements Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:45:49 GMT en-us Copyright 2012 Stonebrook Church http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/mens-retreat/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/mens-retreat/ Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:45:48 GMT Men, a weekend retreat is planned for Mar 2-4 at Pine Lake camp. Brochures are on the (40 day) resource table just outside the office. Contact Gary Roys or Frank Huebner with questions. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-retreat/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-retreat/ Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:44:35 GMT Women, plan for an overnight retreat at Hidden Acres, March 2-3. Brochures are on the (40 day) resource table just outside the office. Absolute deadline to register is Feb 29. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/valentines-day-childcare-on-saturday-211/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/valentines-day-childcare-on-saturday-211/ Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:41:04 GMT In honor of Valentine's Day, the Rock is offering free babysitting to families on Saturday, Feb 11. Drop kids off from 5:45-9 pm, no pre-registration necessary. If there are any empty-nesters or young couples without kids who'd like to help ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/concert/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/concert/ Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:00:32 GMT Matt Maher, 2012 GRAMMY Award® Nominee, will be in concert at the Ames Middle School auditorium on Wednesday, February 15, at 6:30 pm.   The event is expected to sell out quickly. Tickets are $16.50 each and may be purchased online ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/one-day-marriage-conference/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/one-day-marriage-conference/ Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:58:04 GMT Walnut Creek Community Church in Des Moines invites Stonebrook to join them for a one-day conference with Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages.  It will be held at The Downtown Church (323 E. Locust), 9 am to 3 pm on Feb 18. Cost ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/spaghetti-lunch-fundraiser/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/spaghetti-lunch-fundraiser/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:23:08 GMT On January 29th after 2nd service there will be a spaghetti lunch served at the church for a freewill offering. You are all invited! Money raised will benefit, new to the family of Christ, Jamie Ludwick for her first mission trip to El ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/stonebrook-archives/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/stonebrook-archives/ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:21:19 GMT Still looking for photos of special events, people serving in various ministry situations, and group shots of the Great Commission/Stonebrook Family over the years by February 5th. Please identify as many of the people, places, and events as ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/outreach-class/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/outreach-class/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:07:55 GMT There will be an info meeting for the Outreach Class, Sunday, Jan 15 at 8:30 pm at church.  The class teaches how to effectively communicate your faith using The Diagram, a step-by-step method of sharing the Gospel utilizing 40 memory ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-holy-grounds/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-holy-grounds/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:06:24 GMT Come join us Saturday, Jan 14, 8-9:30 am over a cup of coffee as Elaine shares what she is learning about endurance, the things that stumble and distract us from the race and the prize that awaits us.  There’s time for discussion and ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/hope-ministries-soup-collection/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/hope-ministries-soup-collection/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:00:11 GMT Hope Ministry, a Christ-centered, faith-based ministry serving the homeless in the Des Moines area, is asking churches to collect cans of soup for the daily community meals they provide. During the month of Jan. thru Feb. 5th (Super Bowl Sunday) ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/gifts-to-el-salvador/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/gifts-to-el-salvador/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:58:51 GMT Alyssa Corbett, our missionary to El Salvador, wrote on Facebook Wednesday “I received the three packages (markers, glue, pencils, paper, socks, clothing, hand sanitizer, flashlights, etc.) today!! I don't even have words to express how ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/wanted/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/wanted/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:58:32 GMT Photos of special events, people serving in various ministry situations, and group shots of the Great Commission/Stonebrook Family over the years. Were you around in the beginning? We are especially interested in photos from “the good ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/church-basketball-league/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/church-basketball-league/ Fri, 16 Dec 2011 20:51:51 GMT Starts Jan 9 and 10.  Register with Tim Hibbing by Jan 2.  Cost is $300 per team. There will be a 10 game season, double elimination tournament, two referees per game and tournament trophies. Games will be played on Monday or Tuesday ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/40th-anniversary-celebration/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/40th-anniversary-celebration/ Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:27:12 GMT In January 1972, a group of young Christians from Kansas came to Iowa State University to share the gospel.  Over the course of a week or two, dozens of ISU students found eternal life in Christ (Pastor Dave was one of them!), and a church ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/more-on-heaven-and-hell/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/more-on-heaven-and-hell/ Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:57:33 GMT Following Brad's teaching on Nov 20th on "Heaven and Hell," you may have more questions on the topic of hell, such as its severity and permanence.  The link below is a chapter taken from Randy Alcorn's excellent book on evil and suffering, ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/holiday-schedule/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/holiday-schedule/ Fri, 18 Nov 2011 20:53:16 GMT On December 18 and 25 and January 1, there will be just one service at 10 am.  On Christmas Sunday, there will not be Sunday School.  Parents should plan on having their children stay with them during the entire service.  On New ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/bibles-and-babies/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/bibles-and-babies/ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 21:25:46 GMT Each Thursday morning some “Titus 2" women are caring for small children to enable the young Moms to slip off to a quiet room to read, pray and think!  Come join us beginning at 9 am - we gather, unbundle the little ones and visit for ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/faithwalkers-conference-2011/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/faithwalkers-conference-2011/ Fri, 14 Oct 2011 20:17:33 GMT Faithwalkers Midwest is coming up December 27-30 at the Qwest Center in Omaha.  This year’s theme is “Blessed!  The Joys and Rewards of the Christian Life.”  For more info, go to http://www.fait... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/el-salvador-team-update/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/el-salvador-team-update/ Fri, 07 Oct 2011 22:55:39 GMT If you are still considering joining the March mission trip to El Salvador, contact Duane Smith and/or plan to attend another info meeting Sunday, Oct 16, in the hospitality room between services. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/zekes-season-pass/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/zekes-season-pass/ Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:04:15 GMT Want to go to Zeke's concerts without the hassle of buying a ticket every time? We've got a sweet deal for you! From now until Oct. 31, you can purchase a season pass for just $50 — your ticket to get into every concert through July ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/did-you-see-it/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/did-you-see-it/ Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:56:25 GMT There is a new bulletin board in the “restroom hallway”.  We are planning on posting Stonebrook businesses or services there so we can turn to church family first!  Submit your business ad or card to the office. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/helping-orphaned-children/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/helping-orphaned-children/ Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:54:46 GMT James 1:27 says, "Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress..." There are many ways we can answer God's call to help children, including fostering and adopting. In Iowa ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/stonebrook-church-car-care/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/stonebrook-church-car-care/ Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:47:16 GMT In anticipation of winter weather, we’ll be conducting our annual “Car Care Check-Up” on Sat, Oct 15 at Zeke’s.  We will be partnering with the Ames Police and their “Child Safety Seat Inspection ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/baptisms/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/baptisms/ Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:19:37 GMT We have reserved the baptistry at Grand Avenue after church on Sunday, October 23, for any who would like to be baptized.  If you are considering this significant step of faith, please contact the office or a pastor for more details. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/discovery-classes/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/discovery-classes/ Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:17:12 GMT Are you considering membership at Stonebrook but not sure what we believe or what kind of commitment we expect? Join our Discovery classes on Sunday October 16 and 23 during second service.  The final class will take place Sunday evening, ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/the-stone-cup/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/the-stone-cup/ Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:15:58 GMT Back by Popular Demand! “The Stone Cup” coffee shop returns next Sunday featuring Capanna coffee in the hospitality room between services.  Watch for it from Oct 2 until Nov ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/singing-for-jesus/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/singing-for-jesus/ Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:30:17 GMT We are a women's group that sings at nursing homes and community events to uplift others and share Jesus with them.  Please contact Wendy Ziebol if you are interested in joining us - wendyziebol@gmail.com http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/el-salvador-mission-trip/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/el-salvador-mission-trip/ Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:29:09 GMT Are you joyful and serious about Jesus' call to "go and make disciples of all the nations?"  We have a wonderful opportunity to live out this call on a mission trip to El Salvador next Spring Break, March 12-18.  To prepare for that, ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/week-of-prayer-sept-18-23/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/week-of-prayer-sept-18-23/ Fri, 02 Sep 2011 18:07:46 GMT Our week of prayer begins Sunday night, Sept 18 with a prayer meeting at 6:30 pm. Go to www.rockames.com/prayer to sign up for a one-hour slot.  Please NOTE: church building will be closed from midnight to 5 ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/calling-all-men/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/calling-all-men/ Fri, 02 Sep 2011 18:05:45 GMT God has called us to be men of influence and trainers of the next generation.  But we can lose sight and miss the glorious will of God.  Let's join together to be recharged.  For three Saturdays this fall we’ll gather to ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-bible-study-begins-sept-12/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/womens-bible-study-begins-sept-12/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:19:55 GMT Elaine and Debbie will be leading a 6 week study on Monday nights, Sept 12- Oct 17, called “Becoming More than a Good Bible Study Girl.” Check it out at Proverbs 31 ministries.  Contact elaine@stonebrook.org to ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/money-money-money/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/money-money-money/ Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:07:21 GMT Worried about your finances?  Need help getting out of debt?  Want to save money?  Wish you were more generous?  This fall we are offering an excellent class called Financial Peace University (with Dave Ramsey) that can help ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/youth-group-potluck/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/youth-group-potluck/ Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:17:50 GMT It's that time of year again . . . Youth Group begins!! Come join us for the YG Potluck on Aug. 31 at 6:30 at Moore Park.  If your last name begins with  A - H, please bring a main dish, I - R a side dish or S - Z please bring a ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/pop-pyramid/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/pop-pyramid/ Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:01:19 GMT Help The Rock by donating cans of brand name pop, Gatorade, or lemonade to be used for student outreach events during the first weeks of school.  (No diet pop, please.)  Bring contributions to the church foyer throughout August. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/thank-you-from-the-youth-group/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/thank-you-from-the-youth-group/ Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:56:48 GMT And God is able to make all grace abound to you, that always having all sufficiency in everything, you may have an abundance for every good deed II Corinthians 9:8. Thank you to all who shared God’s abundance with the youth group at our ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/drive-safely-and-have-a-great-summer/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/drive-safely-and-have-a-great-summer/ Wed, 15 Jun 2011 18:40:05 GMT We like to scale back during the summer to allow for family time. Enjoy the warm weather and be ... http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/ladies-game-night-for-july-1-is-canceled--enjoy-the-holiday/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/ladies-game-night-for-july-1-is-canceled--enjoy-the-holiday/ Fri, 20 May 2011 18:29:30 GMT Ladies, game night for July 1 is canceled - enjoy the hoilday! But put Game Night on your calendar for the first Friday of August. http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/youth-group/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/youth-group/ Fri, 06 May 2011 18:41:54 GMT All HSLTers!  The last Wednesday night Prep Meeting is at 7pm in the Youth Room June 22nd.   http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/the-rock/ http://www.stonebrook.org/stonebrook-news/the-rock/ Fri, 06 May 2011 17:10:26 GMT The Rock is a branch of Stonebrook that focuses on college students. We seek to show this generation the meaning of Jesus Christ's message through small group support, teaching, worship opportunities, and service to our community.  This ...