A CHURCH IN SHELBY, IA, AREA INCLUDING AVOCA, MINDEN, TENNANT

Worship Services are at 10:30 AM throughout the school year.  Our Summer Hours begin after Memorial Day and continue through Labor Day. Summer hours are at 9:30 AM.  

Parking is available on the North side of the Church in our parking lot. There are also some spaces on the South and West sides of the church on the street.

Yes! We love kids and they are welcome in our worship services!  We also have Sunday School available for preschool-6th grade. A nursury room is available on the lower level for parents with babies and toddlers to use if they would prefer. Other faith formation classes are offered for 7th and 8th graders, and Pre-communion classes are offered for 4th and 5th graders.   

Our worship services are generally a mixture of traditional and contemporary elements. We use a projector and screen to help guests follow along with the worship words and music. We have an organist to play our hymns and use recorded music for contemporary songs. Every service has scripture readings, prayers, music, and the proclaimation of the law and gospel of Jesus Christ. We celebrate Holy Communion twice a month on the first and third Sundays.  Most services are between 45 minutes to an hour long. Worshippers usually dress modestly and and somewhat casual. Be comfortable and covered, and you'll fit in fine.

If you want to get involved in a ministry that is already happening, our pastor or secretary can help you get in touch with the leader of that ministry. Most often, you can just show up and dive right in!  If you have your own idea for a ministry, talk with our pastor and council members. We'd love to hear what ministry ideas God has laid on your heart!

We have a womens group with bible study that meets monthly, a mens group that meets as needed, a Quilters group that meets every Tuesday from 9-11 AM, and other more short-term group opportunities for study, fellowship, or activities as desired or needed.

We are always open to people helping as ushers, greeters, readers, worship assistants, teachers, prayer partners, and communion assistants. If you want to serve outside the church, we are connected to New Visions Homeless Services, the Shelby Food Pantry, Neola Community Food Pantry, Shelby County Community Outreach, Salem Home, and visiting shut-ins.