There is an urgent need for medical personnel to go to Esperanza, Nicaragua October 23-31. This trip is sponsored by Global Health Outreach. Please pray about your possible involvement. Go to www.cmda.org, click on Missions, then on Global Health Outreach-trip calendar. The deadline to sign up at the website is September 12. Bev and Alicia Herman from Parkview will be going on this trip. More information is available at the Ministry Fair, or you can contact Bev with questions.

The next quarterly congregational meeting will be held on Monday, September 13. We will start with a potluck at 6:00 pm followed by praise and worship and the business meeting. All members and attenders are encouraged to attend. Childcare will be available during the meeting. Please RSVP to Jenna with the names and ages of your children by Friday, September 10.

The fall semester for Children's Ministry begins September 5th. If you are interested in volunteering, stop by the Family Ministries table at the Ministry Fair or contact Bonnie (Nursery, Pre-K) or Nathan (K-5th Grade).

Join us Saturday, September 18 for a Hayride, roasted hot dogs on a fire, games and singing. Enjoy this experience with internationals. Invite internationals. Rides to farm: Hawkeye Drive middle bus stop at 3:45 pm, Hawkeye Court 100 Parking Lot at 4:00 pm. Fun ends at 9:00 pm. Cost: $2/person or $5/family. If attending, contact Ben Long at 351-9192.

On Sunday, September 26, starting at 11:00 am there will be a BBQ to celebrate and highlight the 2010 Short Term Mission Trips and preview those trips being planned for 2011. Join us for a burger, brat, and/or hot dog and learn more about Short Term Missions at Parkview. There will be a free will offering.

Our next New Members Class will be offered on Saturday, October 16, from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm. The New Members class is a great way to meet new people, grow in your faith, and become part of our growing membership. Contact Terry at 354-5580 for more information.

At EntreLeadership, experience Dave Ramsey live as he shares how to grow your business and lead your team from a Biblical perspective. Friday, November 5 from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Register online now for $39. A $12 catered lunch is also available. For more information, contact Terry at 354-5580, or watch this preview video online.

• Learn how to hire and keep champions who are as passionate as you are about your work.
• Discover ways to develop a unified team, free of harmful gossip.
• Gain the knowledge to build a profitable business that's completely recession proof.
• Have opportunities to network with other local business leaders.

Parkview is looking for an experienced bookkeeper to work for a few hours each week. This is a paid position. Contact Jim Douglass at the church office (319)354-5580.

Join us for "Operation: Hidden Acres", September 18 & 19, 2010. Families of all types and ages are welcome! Join us for a great weekend of outdoor activities, paintball, group sessions led by Pastor Doug Schillinger, and more. We’ll watch the Hawkeye game and have lots of free time for families. Sign up forms are in the lobby or you can sign up online here.
 

SI meets in the Atrium at the church this week from 6:00-8:00 pm.

Interested in mentoring men? We are looking for men to mentor other men this fall. This ministry is for men of all ages. To learn more, contact Steve at 354-5580.

Only a few short weeks until Hearts in Touch begins. We will have our first meeting on September 15 at Lower City Park near Shelter 12 from 9-11:00 am. Come for play time for the kiddos and girl time for moms! Bring a friend, come with a friend or meet some new friends! Hope to see you there. In case of rain, meet at the church Atrium. Contact Beth at (319) 828-8141 or Heather at (319) 624-5031.

Wednesday morning, September 29, from 9-11:00 am. YOU ARE INVITED! We will meet in the Atrium to hear Pastor Steve Rachke discuss the mission of our church and what that looks like in women's ministry. Come learn about Hearts in Touch and Women's Bible Studies that are taking place on Wednesday mornings. Childcare and refreshments are provided plus great opportunities to get plugged in at Parkview. See you there!