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SUMMARY:Lit Team Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy Team is not a formally structured committee. Anyone interested is encouraged to participate. No experience required! If you would like to offer ideas or suggestions\, but are unable to attend\, you are urged to talk to someone on the Liturgy Team (which includes Julie Powell-Mohr\, Mona Gude\, Paula Hermann\, Lisa Mullen\, Lynn Laws\, and Martha Fifield).\nFor more information\, contact Julie at julpowell@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/lit-team-planning-meeting-5/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Powell-Mohr":MAILTO:julpowell@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240407T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240407T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240325T001106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T001106Z
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SUMMARY:First Sunday Collection - Our Sister Parish
DESCRIPTION:April’s “First Sunday” collection will benefit Our Sister Parish (“OSP”)\, which is a mission of the Presbytery of Des Moines\, a part of the Presbyterian Church (USA). OSP exists to work in solidarity with the people living in the rural communities of the Municipality of Berlin\, Usulatan\, El Salvador. Comprised of people in the United States and El Salvador\, OSP builds long-term relationships with Partner Communities in the Berlin area and helps those communities better themselves through various projects. Money from this First Sunday collection will be used to purchase water tanks for the community of Hacienda Nueva. For more information\, visit www.oursisterparish.org. \nCHECKS SHOULD BE PLACED IN THE APRIL 7 COLLECTION BASKET OR MAILED TO:  DMIEC\, P.O. Box 30065\, Des Moines\, IA  50310   \nWrite checks either to “Our Sister Parish” or “DMIEC” with “First Sunday” in the memo line.  First Sunday checks must be received by DMIEC by April 20th ; if you elect to contribute to the First Sunday recipient after that date\, please mail your check (made payable to the recipient with “DMIEC” in the memo line) directly to Our Sister Parish at P.O. Box 71632\, Clive IA 50325 and\, if comfortable\, let Kathy Eastman\, chair of the Social Justice Committee\, know the amount to assist in recording our community’s giving. If you have questions about how to donate or would like to donate using the ACH withdrawal feature\, please contact Susan Barnes (checks) or Jeanine Freeman (ACH)  of the Finance Committee.  (Info about ACH sign-up is available here.) Thank you for your support!
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/first-sunday-collection-our-sister-parish-2/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240209T154929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T155812Z
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SUMMARY:Reminder: No Easter Sunday worship service
DESCRIPTION:DMIEC will not have an Easter Sunday worship service.  Our Easter Vigil service will be held Saturday\, March 30\, at 7:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/reminder-no-easter-sunday-worship-service/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20220927T122354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T211356Z
UID:15267-1711825200-1711832400@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Easter Vigil Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/weekly-worship-service-169/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easter Vigil,Weekly Worship Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mona Gude":MAILTO:monasweeneygude@gmail.com
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240209T160828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T160828Z
UID:17942-1711728000-1711731600@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Good Friday - Stations of the Cross (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please check back for details.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/good-friday-stations-of-the-cross-in-person/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Good Friday Stations of the Cross,Special Worship Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240209T160010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T160635Z
UID:17941-1711652400-1711656000@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Holy Thursday Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please check back for details.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/holy-thursday-worship-service/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240302T195130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T195130Z
UID:18099-1711276200-1711278000@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:DMARC Emergency Food Pantries Sunday Special Collection
DESCRIPTION:Our DMIEC community works to address food insecurity issues in the Des Moines metro area via a special collection for the DMARC Emergency Food Pantries on the fourth Sunday of every month. \nThe need is real. The fiscal year just ended was the busiest in DMARC emergency food pantries’ nearly 50-year history  The 22\,000 people assisted in June 2023 was the second highest number on record. 1 in 6 City of Des Moines residents used a food pantry in 2022. \nAnd that need has not subsided. The combination of inflated food prices\, an end to COVID benefits\, and lingering pandemic hardships is driving more people to seek assistance at the pantry.  For recent info about local food needs and services\, please click here and here. \nFor more information\, please visit the DMARC Food Pantries website https://www.dmarcunited.org/food/\nRead DMARC’s most recent quarterly newsletter here. \nTwo ways to donate: \nVia special envelopes available at DMIEC on in-person fourth Sundays. Please write checks to “DMARC\,” include a note with/on your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community\, put the check in the envelope\, and put the envelope in the collection basket. \nSend donation checks directly to DMARC. Please write checks to “DMARC” and mail to DMARC at its *new address\,* 100 Army Post Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50315. Please include a note with your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/dmarc-emergency-food-pantries-sunday-special-collection-42/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240122T183130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T175251Z
UID:17822-1710961200-1710966600@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Spring Equinox Gathering
DESCRIPTION:On the first full day of Spring\, we are invited to gather in the growing light and warmth\, the unfolding symmetry of the season\, the “holy equality” celebrated at the Spring Equinox.  Among sacred reminders of the rhythms and cycles of all Creation\, there will be music\, poetry\, silence\, an invitation to dance in body or spirit—all to honor the turning of the season and us with it.   Hosts are Kay Kopatich\, Morgan\, Rivers\, and Carmen Lampe Zeitler.  Please let Carmen (carmen.lampezeitler@gmail.com) know by March 15 if you plan to join the gathering.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/spring-equinox-celebration/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Rivers":MAILTO:morgan@healingpartners.biz
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240123T193625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T174900Z
UID:17872-1710579600-1710590400@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:"Life Woven in Sacred Time" - A Morning of Reflection
DESCRIPTION:Silence is the primary language of God. Join us for this morning of solitude in community\, which will include centering prayer practice and reflection time with quotation/journal booklet.  Contact Kathy Reardon (515-776-0439) or Mary Ann Koch (515-230-8410) with questions. \nIf you plan to attend\, please sign up here or on the clipboard in the entry hallway.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/morning-of-reflection-with-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ann Koch":MAILTO:Kochmaryann2014@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240302T193815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T193815Z
UID:18096-1710342000-1710349200@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Lit Team Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy Team is not a formally structured committee. Anyone interested is encouraged to participate. No experience required! If you would like to offer ideas or suggestions\, but are unable to attend\, you are urged to talk to someone on the Liturgy Team (which includes Julie Powell-Mohr\, Mona Gude\, Paula Hermann\, Lisa Mullen\, Lynn Laws\, and Martha Fifield).\nFor more information\, contact Julie at julpowell@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/lit-team-planning-meeting-4/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Powell-Mohr":MAILTO:julpowell@aol.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240212T134112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T134112Z
UID:18001-1708857000-1708858800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:DMARC Emergency Food Pantries Sunday Special Collection
DESCRIPTION:Our DMIEC community works to address food insecurity issues in the Des Moines metro area via a special collection for the DMARC Emergency Food Pantries on the fourth Sunday of every month. \nThe need is real. The fiscal year just ended was the busiest in DMARC emergency food pantries’ nearly 50-year history  The 22\,000 people assisted in June 2023 was the second highest number on record. 1 in 6 City of Des Moines residents used a food pantry in 2022. \nAnd that need has not subsided. The combination of inflated food prices\, an end to COVID benefits\, and lingering pandemic hardships is driving more people to seek assistance at the pantry.  For recent info about local food needs and services\, please click here and here. \nFor more information\, please visit the DMARC Food Pantries website https://www.dmarcunited.org/food/\nRead DMARC’s most recent quarterly newsletter here. \nTwo ways to donate: \nVia special envelopes available at DMIEC on in-person fourth Sundays. Please write checks to “DMARC\,” include a note with/on your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community\, put the check in the envelope\, and put the envelope in the collection basket. \nSend donation checks directly to DMARC. Please write checks to “DMARC” and mail to DMARC at its *new address*\, 100 Army Post Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50315. Please include a note with your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/dmarc-emergency-food-pantries-sunday-special-collection-41/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Service Activities,Social Justice,Stewardship
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240122T222046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T010216Z
UID:17838-1708855200-1708858800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/weekly-worship-service-in-person-2/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Mona Gude":MAILTO:monasweeneygude@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240122T223811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T003844Z
UID:17848-1707937200-1707940800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Prayer Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/ash-wednesday-prayer-service-in-person/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ash Wednesday,Special Worship Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Mona Gude":MAILTO:monasweeneygude@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20230220T044547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T232605Z
UID:16398-1707645600-1707649200@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/weekly-worship-service-185/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dmiec.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/NewWeeklyReading.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mona Gude":MAILTO:monasweeneygude@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231226T195802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T032815Z
UID:17710-1706441400-1706445000@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Spiritual Life Circle Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Spiritual Life Circle will gather in our prayer space about 10 minutes after our Community Conversation following the worship service. All are welcome to join the Circle. Bring ideas about ways we might offer  opportunities for spiritual growth to our community. Contact Mary Ann Koch with questions or suggestions.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/spiritual-life-circle-meeting/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ann Koch":MAILTO:Kochmaryann2014@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231226T173255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T173255Z
UID:17703-1706437800-1706439600@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:DMARC Emergency Food Pantries Sunday Special Collection
DESCRIPTION:Our DMIEC community works to address food insecurity issues in the Des Moines metro area via a special collection for the DMARC Emergency Food Pantries on the fourth Sunday of every month. \nThe need is real. The fiscal year just ended was the busiest in DMARC emergency food pantries’ nearly 50-year history  The 22\,000 people assisted in June 2023 was the second highest number on record. 1 in 6 City of Des Moines residents used a food pantry in 2022. \nAnd that need has not subsided. The combination of inflated food prices\, an end to COVID benefits\, and lingering pandemic hardships is driving more people to seek assistance at the pantry.  For recent info about local food needs and services\, please click here and here. \nFor more information\, please visit the DMARC Food Pantries website https://www.dmarcunited.org/food/\nRead DMARC’s most recent quarterly newsletter here. \nTwo ways to donate: \nVia special envelopes available at DMIEC on in-person fourth Sundays. Please write checks to “DMARC\,” include a note with/on your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community\, put the check in the envelope\, and put the envelope in the collection basket. \nSend donation checks directly to DMARC. Please write checks to “DMARC” and mail to DMARC at its *new address*\, 100 Army Post Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50315. Please include a note with your check indicating that you are part of the DMIEC community.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/dmarc-emergency-food-pantries-sunday-special-collection-40/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Service Activities,Social Justice,Stewardship
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20220927T122649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T214339Z
UID:15271-1706436000-1706439600@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/weekly-worship-service-171/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dmiec.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/NewWeeklyReading.jpg
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20240105T164909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T164909Z
UID:17742-1704898800-1704906000@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Lit Team Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy Team is not a formally structured committee. Anyone interested is encouraged to participate. No experience required! If you would like to offer ideas or suggestions\, but are unable to attend\, you are urged to talk to someone on the Liturgy Team (which includes Julie Powell-Mohr\, Mona Gude\, Paula Hermann\, Lisa Mullen\, Lynn Laws\, and Martha Fifield).\nFor more information\, contact Julie at julpowell@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/lit-team-planning-meeting-3/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Powell-Mohr":MAILTO:julpowell@aol.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231012T164006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T172151Z
UID:17360-1704016800-1704020400@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/sunday-worship-service/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231012T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T165521Z
UID:17363-1703462400-1703548799@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:*No Christmas Day Worship Service* (Please attend our Christmas Eve service.)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/no-christmas-day-worship-service-please-attend-our-christmas-eve-service/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231012T162616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T172103Z
UID:17353-1703437200-1703440800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/17353/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231030T190314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T194631Z
UID:17438-1702314000-1702319400@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:DMIEC Community Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DMIEC’s Community Council meets monthly.  All members are welcome to attend.  For more information\, please contact Council Chair Mary Ann Koch  kochmaryann2014@gmail.com   (515-230-8410).
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/dmiec-community-council-meeting-14/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Governance
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ann Koch":MAILTO:Kochmaryann2014@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231121T004300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T172817Z
UID:17576-1701889200-1701892800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Advent Prayer Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:The stores are decorated\, our inboxes overflowing with Christmas gift ideas and early sales. Come\, immerse your spirits in an Advent place and time.  Rest your thoughts in prayer\, sing your yearning and expectation.  We are an Advent people\, still seeking the peace and justice for our world promised so many centuries ago\, still filling in the valleys in our souls\, still making straight our crooked healing hearts.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/advent-prayer-service-in-person/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:2023 Advent Prayer Service,Prayer,Special Worship Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Mullen":MAILTO:lisajm28@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231030T192643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T192643Z
UID:17449-1701284400-1701288000@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Meditation with the Aramaic Lord's Prayer and Beatitudes
DESCRIPTION:“Teach us to pray\,” the disciples implored their teacher\, Jesus. Neil Douglas-Klotz\, author of Prayers of the Cosmos\, pioneered meditations using Jesus’ words in Aramaic\, the language spoken by Jesus.  Paul Lemon\, a devotee of this practice\, will lead an enriching\, experiential introduction to deep contemplation. Free CDs of these meditations for all attendees. Listen to an interview with Paul describing his journey and this meditative practice: https://likemicah.libsyn.com/episode-24-silence . \nThis ‘advent to Advent’ event is co-sponsored by DMIEC\, Contemplative Outreach of Central Iowa\, and Downtown Disciples. All are welcome.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/meditation-with-the-aramaic-lords-prayer-and-beatitudes/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Lectures & Presentations,Prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kline":MAILTO:ROBINLKLINE25@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231030T191707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T191707Z
UID:17447-1700074800-1700080200@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Gratitude in the Face of Hardship
DESCRIPTION:Two “books” from the Open Book program (First Sunday recipient last January) will share their stories\, then we’ll enter into thoughtful dialogue. Desserts and beverages will be served during this evening of fellowship\, amazing stories\, and meaningful conversation. Please RSVP to  RobinLKline25@gmail.com .
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/gratitude-in-the-face-of-hardship/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Lectures & Presentations,Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Robin Kline":MAILTO:ROBINLKLINE25@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20230220T045813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T141925Z
UID:16429-1699783200-1699786800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Worship Service (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Readings: \nVolunteer(s) needed for this event. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/weekly-worship-service-199/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Worship Service
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GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231030T190849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T190849Z
UID:17441-1699455600-1699462800@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Lit Team Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy Team is not a formally structured committee. Anyone interested is encouraged to participate. No experience required! If you would like to offer ideas or suggestions\, but are unable to attend\, you are urged to talk to someone on the Liturgy Team (which includes Julie Powell-Mohr\, Mona Gude\, Paula Hermann\, Lisa Mullen\, Lynn Laws\, and Martha Fifield).\nFor more information\, contact Julie at julpowell@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/lit-team-planning-meeting-2/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Powell-Mohr":MAILTO:julpowell@aol.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20231003T141231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T141231Z
UID:17306-1699086600-1699099200@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Fall Cleanup Day
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the fall cleanup of the IEC grounds – Saturday\, November 4 from 8:30 to noon. (Rain date will be Nov. 18.) \nWe will be raking and preparing the garden areas for winter. Some of the heavier work has already been done by a contractor.\nGarden tools to bring: Wheelbarrows\, rakes\, hand pruners\, and Des Moines yard waste bags.\nYou can sign up here. Contact Martha Gelhaus with questions.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/fall-cleanup-day-3/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Building & Grounds,Community,Stewardship
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Gelhaus":MAILTO:mgelhaus@hotmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20230829T165946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T181357Z
UID:17171-1698260400-1698267600@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Poetry as Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“There are as many ways to poetry as there are to God.” ~ Joy Harjo \nWhen you read a poem\, what is your experience?  Is there a poem\, poetry that you experience as\nprayer—a way to slowing down; a way that enlivens your heart and imagination; a way back to yourself\nand your place in the scheme of things; a way beyond yourself to the Divine\, to Holy Mystery\, to the\nOneness Known by Many Names?  Carmen Lampe Zeitler will open a conversation about the experience\nof poetry as prayer.  We’ll read poetry (please bring any you would like to share) and consider together\nhow poetry and prayer connect.
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/poetry-as-prayer/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Prayer
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Lampe Zeitler":MAILTO:carmenandjohn@aol.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T115000
DTSTAMP:20260428T205353
CREATED:20230913T185421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T142728Z
UID:17244-1697973600-1697975400@www.dmiec.org
SUMMARY:Website Team Kickoff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The new website team will meet shortly after the worship service ends for a high level discussion of tasks\, roles\, etc. \nQuestions? Interested?  Contact Jim Fifield (jfifield74@gmail.com)
URL:https://www.dmiec.org/event/website-team-kickoff-meeting/
LOCATION:DMIEC\, 3306 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Fifield":MAILTO:dmiec11@gmail.com
GEO:41.6000075;-93.6619278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DMIEC 3306 University Avenue Des Moines IA 50311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3306 University Avenue:geo:-93.6619278,41.6000075
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