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Service	Date & Time	Children's Programming
Good Friday	Friday, April 18 at 6:00PM	Birth-pre-K
Easter Sunday	Sunday, April 20 at 7:30AM, 9:00AM & 10:30AM	Nursery only at 7:30, Birth-fifth grade @ 9 & 10:30

Phil Culham, Campus Pastor

Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join us online at 9:00AM.

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What to expect at Easter

Getting Ready Walking In Checking In Kids In the Service

Getting Ready

What do I wear?

Wear what's comfortable for you! Sundays are pretty casual at Prairie Lakes, so you don't need to stress about dressing up.

Where do I park?

We have a front-row space for you! Each campus has multiple visitor parking spots available ready for you to use.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bringing yourself is more than enough! We've got the coffee and snacks covered, and you're welcome to take those into the worship center with you. You'll notice some people like to bring a Bible or notebook with them, but it won't be weird if you don't. We've got Bibles available for you to take home, or you can download the free Bible app on your phone.

What will my kids do?

Whatever's best for you is great for us! Your kids are welcome to stay with you during the service, or you can check them into one of our awesome children's ministry environments for ages birth-fifth grade. Also - our cafe areas are great places to sit and grab a free treat and warm up to new surroundings!

How will I be greeted?

All of our campuses will have friendly faces ready to welcome you! We want you to feel at home from the moment you walk in. God loves you no matter what and so will we!

How will I know where to go?

No one likes feeling lost in a new place, so at Prairie Lakes, we've made it easy for you to find your way. Every campus has clear signage pointing you in the right direction, and anyone wearing a name tag is ready and waiting to help you out!

What do I do before service?

Our cafe areas are perfect places for you to grab coffee, water, or snacks and find community. At Prairie Lakes, we're all about creating spaces where you can find your people and make friends who can help you look for God. And if you're running late, don't worry! There'll be plenty of time after service to connect!

How do I check in my kids for the first time?

Volunteers will be at the Children’s Check-In area with a tablet ready to help you get your information entered and your kids checked in. They’ll talk you through what you’ll need to pick up your kids and direct you to the right room(s) too!

Want to save yourself a step? Pre-register your kids so you can simply check in when you get here!

What do you do to keep my kids safe?

Here are three key ways we keep your kids safe while in our care:

Every volunteer in your kid's ministry area has been vetted and background-checked. Additionally, they are a part of a team who works together to make sure each kid's needs are met.
Our kids' spaces are locked 15 minutes after each service begins to ensure only the people who need to be there are in the children's area. Each room is also equipped with security cameras.
At check-in, your child receives a name tag with a three-digit code. You will receive a parent tag with your child's matching three-digit code, which MUST be shown to check your child out at the end of service. The codes change from week to week, so tags cannot be recycled.

Our children's ministry team is there to make check-in easy for you and secure for your kids. Thank you for helping us keep your kids safe!

How will I know if my child needs me during service?

If something comes up with your child and you're needed, the three-digit code on your parent tag will flash on the screens in the worship center, anonymously notifying you to come to your child's room.

Where will I sit?

Sit where you feel comfortable! Whether you prefer to sneak in the back row or you like a front-row seat, at Prairie Lakes, you don’t have to worry about taking someone’s spot. If you have trouble finding an open section, our volunteers by the doors would love to help you find somewhere to sit!

How long will the service last?

Our services are designed to be 65 minutes long. This time includes moments of music, teaching, video, reflection, and spiritual direction from your Campus Pastor! Every part of the service is clearly explained, so you won’t have to guess what to do or when to sit or stand.

What's the music like?

At Prairie Lakes, we have live music every weekend! We play modern, high-energy worship songs along with reflective, powerful moments of praise. You'll be invited to sing along, but you can participate however you're comfortable!

What are the messages like?

Our teaching pastors preach live messages at our Cedar Falls Campus, and those same messages are delivered via video to our campuses across Iowa and online.

You can check out what our messages feel like by watching here! Each one teaches what the Bible says about topics relevant to your life and gives you practical steps to grow on your journey with God.

You matter to us.

The best way to learn about who we are is through the stories of our people. We hope Jill's story shows you what it means to belong to a no matter church.

God loves you and so will we. Here, you can look for God alongside people who don't pretend and won't judge you. Try church this Easter with us at Prairie Lakes!

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Jill's Story

No matter who you are, where you’ve been, what you’ve done, or what’s been done to you, God loves you and you can look for him here this Christmas at Prairie Lakes.