United Church of Westside Iowa

06/14/2026

This Sunday, we welcome Janelle Nesbitt back to the pulpit.

Our prelude video will give everyone a hint at the theme of our Vacation Bible School activities which begin Monday morning! We're getting ready to take a Road Trip -- "On the Go with God!"

Take a look at the "Mission Station" in the fellowship hall, all ready for contributions to this year's mission project supporting the Temporary Assistance Program of Crawford County. Help us fill our suitcases with TAP's "Top 10" needed items, or contribute cash donations to help their work!

Did you forget to register your kids, grandkids, neighbor kids or others -- age 3 through 5th grade? Are you 6th grade or older and would like to help guide or groups through their schedules this week? It's not too late! Send a message through this page or contact Janine K**k, 712-790-2855.

As always, we welcome individually-wrapped snacks of all kinds, as well as small bottles of water or individual juices to be served during snack time!

06/07/2026

JUNE 7, 2026 - Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Rev. Kristy May leading our worship and celebrating communion.

Her message was titled "Crossing Fences" based on scripture from Genesis 12:1-9 on the Call of Abram.

Thank you, Kristy!

06/05/2026

06/01/2026

May 31, 2026 - Trinity Sunday with Deb Loger leading our worship.

Deb's message was based off scripture from Genesis 1:1-2:4 and was titled "In the Beginning."

Thanks, Deb!

05/25/2026

MAY 24, 2026 - Day of Pentecost 🔥 - Memorial Day Weekend 🇺🇲
with Rick Powell leading our worship with another beautiful message in scripture and song.

05/22/2026

UNITED CHURCH BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, June 25
1:30-6 p.m.

LifeServe Blood Center has designated the entire month of June as Blood Donor Days. Every donor who registers to donate at the blood drive will receive a free T-shirt - details are included on the flyer.

As an added bonus, any first-time donor with LifeServe will receive an email invitation to choose from two additional T-shirt designs and order a second shirt of their choice. More information is included in the attached materials.

Please help spread the word and encourage friends, family, and coworkers to donate blood. Summer is a particularly challenging time for blood donation, as donor participation decreases while the need for blood continues to rise. Together, we can help save lives this summer!

05/17/2026

MAY 17, 2026 - Seventh Sunday of Easter with Janelle Nesbitt leading our worship with a message from Mark 4 - "Jesus Calms The Storm."

⁴¹But they were terribly afraid and began to say to one another, “Who is this man? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

Thank you, Janelle!

👩‍🎓🙏👨‍🎓

CONGRATULATIONS, GRADUATES!

05/10/2026

May 10, 2026 - Sixth Sunday of Easter and MOTHER'S DAY with Janelle Nesbitt leading our worship with a message titled "Follow the Leader" based on scripture from Acts 20.

³⁵ I have shown you in all things that by working hard in this way we must help the weak, remembering the words that the Lord Jesus himself said, ‘There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.’”

Thank you, Janelle!

05/08/2026

It's time to think VBS! Attached is information about this year's Bible School activities and a sheet you may return to register your family to attend or to be a part of the staff!

Hope your family can join us on a Road Trip!

05/06/2026

April is a beautiful reminder of growth, renewal, and new beginnings. As the world around us comes to life, our community has answered a powerful call - to give the gift of life through blood donation.
Because of your compassion and willingness to step forward, lives are being saved and hope is being restored in hospitals across our region. Each donation represents a selfless act of kindness, a moment where you chose to make a difference for someone you may never meet but who will never forget the impact.

🌟 April Blood Drive Highlights
• Total Donors Who Stepped Up: 14🙌
• Successful Donations: 11 and Number of Blood Products: 13 🩸
• Potential Lives Saved or Enriched: 39 ❤️❤️❤️

•Milestone Donors🌞❤️
💖Melissa Frazier - 2 Gallons!💖
💖Doreen Hansen - 6 Gallons!💖

Thank you for your blood donation journey with LifeServe Blood Center! You enrich so many lives with your dedication to people in need.

💖 To All April Donors
We are deeply grateful for every individual who took time from their busy lives to give. There is no substitute for blood, and every donation is a vital part of ensuring patients receive the care they need when it matters most.
Alyssa Buren
Melissa Frazier
Janine K**k
Kelly Tornow
Nicholas Koch
Doreen Hansen
Craig Ragaller
Janice Vonnahme
Martin Mohr
Jessica Blackford
Rose Miller
Anthony Greve
Karen Klink
Michael Boettger

Together, you are not just replenishing the blood supply-you are bringing strength, healing, and hope to those who need it most. Thank you for being an essential part of this life-saving mission.

🔴 Next Blood Drive Date and Other Information
• Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm
The blood drive will be held at the United Church on the Bloodmobile.

Please note: LifeServe has designated the whole month of June as Blood Donor Days. Come out and save the summer! Every donor will receive a free t-shirt at the blood drive for donating (see t-shirt graphic below). There is also an additional t-shirt opportunity for first-time donors.

Save our summer!