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| Iowa Christian Academy break ground on their new facility at Jordan Park Camp. |
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| Walnut Creek is partnering with ICA on the project, leasing 5 acres to ICA to construct the facility. |
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Iowa Christian Academy Groundbreaking Ceremony
Iowa Christian Academy To Break Ground at Jordan Park Camp
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| Iowa Christian Academy will begin construction on their new facility at Jordan Park Camp. |
Iowa Christian Academy will break ground on their new facility at Jordan Park Camp in West Des Moines next Thursday. Walnut Creek partnered with ICA on the project, leasing five acres of the camp for the construction of the gym.
“ICA has been deeply blessed throughout its short history, and we are grateful to the leadership of Walnut Creek Church for helping this long-held dream come true,” said Scott Kolb, ICA Board Chair. “This is yet another blessing that will help the mission of the school in developing leaders committed to Christ.”
“When people from different Christian communities work together for a common good, it is a powerful testimony of Christ's love. Walnut Creek Church is delighted to work with Iowa Christian Academy, such an outstanding Christian school, in seeing this beautiful facility built,” said Pastor Tim Rude.
Founded in 1999, Iowa Christian Academy is a private, nondenominational Christian school for preschool students through 12th grade.
ICA will hold a groundbreaking ceremony and prayer on Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. at Jordan Park Camp. The event is open to the public.
By Jackie Wallentin
Walnut Creek Windsor Heights
Tom Short Addresses "Five Crucial Questions" at Fall Conference
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| Campus evangelist Tom Short challenged students to believe God and live lives of faith at the 2014 Fall Conference. |
Campus Fellowship welcomed campus evangelist and pastor Tom Short to speak at the 2014 Fall Conference held this past weekend at Jordan Park Camp.
Tom spoke five times throughout the weekend, addressing the questions from his book, "Five Crucial Questions about Christianity." Tom ministers full-time to students, traveling around the country to evangelize and engage in conversations on college campuses. The week of the conference, Tom spent a few days at Iowa State University doing just that.
"There is something more important to God than for us to be perfect–to receive His love and love Him back," said Tom. "Discover what God says and by the grace of God live it."
Campus Fellowship students from Drake, Grand View, DMACC, and AIB attended the Fall Conference as well as students and young adults from Ames and Cedar Rapids. The three-day conference offered students an opportunity to take time away from work and school and focus on hearing from God and His word.
"Since I have been involved in Campus Fellowship, I have really been able to see what it truly means to live out your faith and what the life of a Christian looks like," said Stephanie Gaub, a sophomore at Drake University. "The Fall Conference was the climax of all the growth that I have experienced since coming to Drake. It got me so pumped for Jesus."
"At the Fall Conference we saw a lot of new people–Christians and non-Christians. Tom Short did a great job answering the questions that come to Christians on a college campus. People were strengthened in their faith," said Jacob Van Sickle, Campus Fellowship Director.
Visit tomthepreacher.com to learn more about Tom Short and view his resources on faith, apologetics, and evangelism.
By Jackie Wallentin
Walnut Creek Windsor Heights
Competition Heats Up on the Court
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| The Jordan Park Volleyball season brought hundreds of people to Jordan Park Camp each week. |
The highly anticipated final Jordan Park Volleyball tournament brought players and spectators to the camp for fierce competition and the annual hog roast on Friday evening.
A total of 92 teams participated in this year’s season, which ran from June 2 to August 8.
"It's extremely encouraging to see teams made up of Community Groups, coworkers, old friends, and new acquaintances build one another up and get to know each other better through the league both on and off the courts," said Amelia Gibson of the Jordan Park Volleyball staff.
Along with Gibson, other Jordan Park Volleyball staff members include Kaden Bronzynski, Adam Nordaker, and Josh Smith.
Congratulations to the champion teams in each league:
- Division A sixes: Orville Ready Blockers (Marc Vander Velden, David Venass, Jason Eisenga, Kate Kostek, Jamie Ziegler, Ashley Roney)
- Division B sixes: Digs for Days (Jake Thompson, Liz Miller, Emily Albrecht, Josh Novey, Cheyenne Proudfoot, Caitlin Proudfoot, Niren Shrestha)
- Division C sixes: Southies (Jon Schreiner, Jenny Schreiner, Molly Deutmeyer, Alicia Grandstaff, Hollie Butler, Nate Firkins, Jason Ostergaard)
- Competitive fours: Checks and Balances (Josh Smith, Greg Altmaier, Beth Discher, Mollie Coffman)
By Jackie Wallentin
Walnut Creek Windsor Heights
Summer is Volleyball Season at Jordan Park Camp
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| Teams play on four nights throughout the week at Jordan Park Camp. |
Competition is heating up at Jordan Park Camp as 92 teams get their feet in the sand for the summer volleyball league.
The Jordan Park Volleyball League began June 2 and will run through August 8, with over 500 people streaming in and out of the camp Monday through Thursday for games. The league added a fourth night of games this year and a new middle division to allow for more evenly matched play on the court.
A weekly opportunity to invite coworkers and friends to, the league brings new people into fellowship and provides a fun way to meet more people. The unity of teams extends beyond the courts, too. Many teams grill out after their games and spend time sharpening their bump, set, spike skills outside their regular game nights.
"I pray that relationships within current community groups would grow and mature as people play together for one purpose and also that friends and coworkers would come and see what fellowship looks like outside of the workplace," said Amelia Gibson of the Jordan Park Volleyball staff.
Along with Gibson, other Jordan Park Volleyball staff members include Kaden Bronzynski, Adam Nordaker and Josh Smith.
Mark your calendars for the annual hog roast and tournament on Friday, August 8 to end the summer volleyball season.
By Jackie Wallentin
Walnut Creek Windsor Heights
Bump, Set, Fellowship
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| The champion team of the recreational sixes league, "I Can Dig It," poses for a photo at Jordan Park. |
The annual hog roast and a final tournament capped off another fun season of Jordan Park Volleyball on Friday, August 9.
A total of 30 recreational teams of six, 38 competitive teams of six, and 19 competitive teams of four participated in this year’s season, which ran from June 4 to August 9.
"When people participate in one of the leagues and invite others to play, it really creates an amazing opportunity for fellowship, outreach, and strengthening of relationships," said Josh Smith of the Jordan Park Volleyball staff. "That, coupled with the Christ-like example of so many team leaders and participants, helps to create a welcoming, fun, and positive environment."
Along with Smith, other Jordan Park Volleyball staff members include Amelia Gibson and Adam Nordaker.
Congratulations to the champion teams in each league:
- Recreational sixes: I Can Dig It (Jessica Anderson, Bridgitte Haugen, Laura Jerome, Nic Jerome, Rob Patterson, Jon Touchette, Audrey Van Lohn)
- Competitive sixes: The Ace Team (Jason Eisenga, Katelyn Kostek, Marc Vander Velden, Erin Vander Velden, Dave Venas, Jaime Zeigler)
- Competitive fours: The Elites (Greg Altmaier, Mollie Coffman, Beth Discher, Josh Smith)
Men From Across the Midwest Gather for Men’s Conference
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| Men from six different states gathered for the Great Commission Plains Men's Conference, May 10-11. |
Nearly 300 men from 12 churches across the Midwest gathered at Jordan Park Camp for the Great Commission Plains Men’s Conference May 10-11. Men of all ages attended the conference, which provided practical teaching on a variety topics related to manhood and godliness. Sessions included:
- Disciple: Relationship with Christ – Pastor Brad Barrett, Stonebrook Community Church, Ames, Iowa
- A Christian Man: Relationship with Women – Pastor Tom Brown, Vintage Faith Church, Manhattan, Kansas
- Fathers: Relationship with Younger Children – Pastor Tim Rude, Walnut Creek Church, Windsor Heights, Iowa
- Fathers: Relationship with Teens – Pastor Chris Biang, Grace Campus Church, West Lafayette, Indiana
- Purity/Holiness/Integrity: Relationship with God – Pastor Kurt Jurgensmeier, New Life Community Church, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Worker: Relationship with Neighbors, Work & Church – Pastor Rory Whitney, Candlewood Community Church, Omaha, Nebraska
The conference also featured three worship times led by band members from Walnut Creek Downtown, Walnut Creek Windsor Heights, and Stonebrook Community Church in Ames. The weekend offered a wonderful opportunity to gather as men of faith to worship the Lord, learn from His Word, and spend time in fellowship. And, especially for those who camped, beautiful weather was an added bonus.
4th of July Patriotic Concert Band
Walnut Creek Community Church will again be hosting its annual 4th of July Celebration at Jordan Park Camp. Back by popular demand, our very own patriotic concert band is gearing up to perform a few tunes. Below are a few photos from a recent rehearsal at Iowa Christian Academy.
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| The concert band |
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| Danielle Wilson conducting a piece |
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| The flag stands as a reminder |
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