Echoes of Resilience 2026 LGBTQ

Echoes of Resilience 2026 LGBTQ

Echoes of Resilience: LGBTQ+ Experiences in the U.S. Ames Public Library Tuesdays, June 9 through July 28 6:00-8:30 pm   Series Description: Celebrating the resilience of LGBTQ+ Americans: a film and discussion series putting interpersonal, intergenerational, and...
2026 CUMC/WF Endowment Grant Recipients

2026 CUMC/WF Endowment Grant Recipients

Endowment Grants – 2026 Funds ApprovedGrant applications were reviewed at the Endowment Board’s April meeting. The Boardhad $91,938 available for grant support this year. The C/W Endowment Fund Bylawsspecify that grants may be awarded for the benefit, welfare,...
2026 Byrne Fund Recipients

2026 Byrne Fund Recipients

Dennis Byrne Endowment 2026 Fund Recipients  Total money to distribute: $50,513.00  $16,837.67 Sponsored by CUMC/WF (1/3)  $$33,675.33 International related ministry (2/3)  Organization: United Mission to Nepal  Project:  This project will continue in the Bajhang and...
Confirmation 2026

Confirmation 2026

This year’s confirmation class has been a meaningful and memorable journey, and we are proud to celebrate the confirmation of 11 young people in our congregation. Since beginning together in August, this group has shown dedication, curiosity, and a willingness to grow...
2026 United Way Food Drive

2026 United Way Food Drive

Food Drive: April 27 – May 7 | Collection Day: May 8 Every spring, our community proves what’s possible when people decide to show up for one another. Businesses open their doors. Donations pile up. Volunteers hit the road. The 2026 United Way Food Drive...