EVENTS
SUMMER @ JOURNEY 2026
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COME AND SEE SUMMER SERIES
SUNDAYS @ 10 AM / JUNE 7 - SEPTEMBER 6
This summer we are taking an up-close look at the Gospel of John. We believe the best place to start our faith Journey is by looking at the life and words of Jesus. Find out more about our series here.

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OUTDOOR SERVICE & CHURCH PICNIC
SUNDAY / JUNE 21 / RACCOON RIVER PARK / 10:00 AM
We’ll kick off the day at 10 am with an outdoor worship service, followed by baptisms. Then lots of food, games, snow cones, swimming and hanging out. Held @ Coneflower Shelters.

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JOURNEY POOL PARTY
SUNDAY / JULY 12 / CLIVE AQUATIC CENTER / 6:30-8:30 PM
We’ve rented out the Clive Aquatic Center for the evening, so you can float on the lazy river, show off your skills on the diving board, slide down a water slide, or watch your little ones splash in the kid zone.

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2026 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
JULY 13-16 / 6:00-8:30 PM
All kids from age 3 through 5th grade are invited to go with us to “Rainforest Falls” for this year’s VBS as we explore the nature of God! You can get details, register, or volunteer @ vbs.journeydsm.org

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YOUTH CAMP (Middle & High School)
JULY 27-31 / HIDDEN ACRES CAMP / DAYTON, IA
Youth camp is for students in 6-12 grade. This camp is a part of Open Bible Churches. Get details and register your child at their website. Questions? Contact Pastor Cody Van Sickle.

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KIDS CAMP (3rd - 5th Grade)
AUGUST 3-6 / HIDDEN ACRES CAMP / DAYTON, IA
Kids camp is a great way for kids to learn more about God and make great friends! You can get details and register your child at their website. Question? Contact Pastor Cherlyn Gingras.

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IOWA CUBS GAME & FIREWORKS!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 / 7:00 PM / PRINCIPAL PARK
Join us at Principal Park for a game between the Iowa Cubs and St. Paul Saints. Stick around for the fireworks following the game. Tickets are $10 per person (saving $6 per ticket). Order here.

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT OF PRAYER
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 / DINNER @ 5:45 / SERVICE 6:30 PM
We are gathering as a church to pray for our kids, teachers, administrators, and everyone else who serves in our schools. There will be a meal (donation only) before the service and childcare is provided.

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BREAKFAST TAILGATE & KICK-OFF SUNDAY
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 / 8:30 TAILGATE / 10:00 SERVICE
Throw on your favorite team’s jersey and get fired up for Kick-Off Sunday. It starts with a breakfast tailgate in the parking lot and then a service where we will highlight what’s happening @ Journey this fall.
