A loving family of God,
Adel First Christian Church awakens and nurtures faith in everyone we meet.
SUNDAY WORSHIP
currently is livestreaming through
YouTube Channel, First Christian Church Facebook page, and Audio Service.
In Person Worship started back on Easter, April 4, 2021.
Please see our “Covid Protocol for In Person Worship” page.
To stream see livestreaming instruction and links, go to the bottom of this page.
If you missed Sunday’s message streamed,
please scroll down to bottom of this page to watch livestream video.
Prior weeks live stream videos are available to view on “Livestreaming” page by month.
Pastor’s Weekly Uplift articles (blogs) links are available on the website.
Click on page menu bar in top right corner and click on “Weekly Uplift Blogs” or scroll down to links.
Office Hours – Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Email – contact@firstchristianadel.org
218 N. 9th Street, Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-4514
CLICK HERE for a map to Adel FCC
Sunday Services
9:00 AM – Sunday Worship Service
will be in person and livestream
service through FCC Youtube Channel,
First Christian Church Facebook Live/Page,
and an Audio Service.
In Person worship is back!
No registration necessary!
Donuts are back!
Join us for Fellowship
following Sunday Morning Service
No Christian Education until further notice
FCC Youth Programs
Here are the ways your kids can be involved at Adel First Christian Church (Adel FCC):
- PreK-2nd: (for kids in PreK-2nd grade) Is not meeting on Wednesdays until maybe 2021*
- JYF (for kids in 3rd-5th grade): Is not meeting on Wednesdays may resume in 2021*
- Chi Rho (for kids 6th-8th grade): meets at 4:00 every other Sunday*
- CYF (for kids in 9th-12th grade): meets at 4:00 every other Sunday*
- Sunday School for all ages: not meeting at the moment due to Covid*
*See our Youth Programs Page to register
IN PERSON AND LIVESTREAM SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE, 9:00 a.m.
Worship will start in person April 4, 2021 and will also be livestreamed.
To worship by streaming:
and an Audio Service
To listen to the live service by audio, please dial in by phone: 515-992-9930 this is a local call in central Iowa area
The service will be live at approximately 8:55 every Sunday morning. It is important to note that if you call prior to 8:55, you will hear a recording of the previous week’s service. This new feature also offers an option to be called automatically at the start of a new service.
Please help spread the word to those that may not be aware or have access to this communication.
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July 25, 2021 Worship Service
WELCOME TO IN PERSON WORSHIP 2021!
May 2021 UPDATED COVID PROTOCOLS
If you are vaccinated, masks are optional based on your comfort level. If you are not vaccinated, masks are strongly recommended.
At FCC we live our faith every day
and everywhere through worship, fellowship, study, music, youth programs and community service.
- A loving, caring church family — We’re friendly! It’s easy to find your niche and meet friends.
- Respect — for differing opinions, backgrounds and beliefs, as well as your time and your individual faith needs. We are honest with each other, and our through our actions we live what we believe and say.
- A generous spirit — is in the air at FCC. We are involved in our church and in our community, supporting each other and our neighbors in Dallas County through fellowship and outreach.
- A vibrant, fun-loving atmosphere — It’s true! Here at FCC, we mix in a lot of laughs in service to God.
- A thirst for learning — Through small study groups, thought-provoking services, community outreach and weekly inspiration, we seek fresh ways to feed our faith, deepen our understanding — helping us to find the best paths that enrich and support our everyday lives.
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Glorify – Grow – Give – Go
We love serving in ministry. Our sole aim is to steward faith to create a deeper relationship with God. Our programs are developed to grow your faith!
Click on each event on the calendar for more information!
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Adel First Christian Church
Youth Programs
**Wednesday Night
Children and Families Groups
New Activities to begin April 21, 2021*
Youth groups and Sunday School at Adel FCC are open to every child in our community. Children are invited to come and be unconditionally accepted and loved, to grow in their connection to the Lord, and to walk with others as they learn about Jesus. Kids enjoy age-appropriate, faith-based activities and discussions, games, snacks, and crafts.
The registration form can be found below and is required for all ages.
Families absolutely love this mid-week family fellowship time!
PreK-2nd Grade – Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00
Will start back up in April 21, 2021
JYF (3rd Grade – 5th Grade) – Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00
Will start back up in April 21, 2021
CHI RHO (Middle School) – (New) Sundays from 4:00-4:45
CYF (High School) – (NEW) Sundays from 4:00 – 4:45
***We plan to meet in the parking lot, weather permitting
(inclement weather—Fellowship Hall).
Please wear mask and we will be following social distancing guidelines
(stay 6’ apart—sitting in family groups).
Please fill out the registration form below and we will connect with you!
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Personnel Committee has designed a revised Job Description for our Youth Program Coordinator and this new announcement:
Adel First Christian Church has an opening for a Youth Program Coordinator. The ideal candidate is a practicing Christian who has prior experience with youth, excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and is a Spiritual Leader who has a passion for working with children and families. This spiritual leader will serve an average of 10 hours per week. Compensation is comparable to that of similar positions. For more information, contact Pastor Doug Pfeiffer: dougpfeiffer60@gmail.com or 515.720.0689.
Please share this invitation for this position to as many people as you know. Thank you!
CHRISTIAN CONFERENCE CENTER SUMMER CAMP 2021
IS OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
For information on camps sessions dates and to register, go to https://www.uppermidwestcc.org/summer-camp
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL DAY CAMP—KIDS AROUND THE WORLD
VBS Day Camp will be held on June 23rd from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Adel First Christian Church (located at the corner of Nile Kinnick Drive and Rapids Street). All children age 5 through 5th grade are welcome to attend; older kids are welcome to help. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Registration is online at
or between 8:30 and 9:00 on the day of the camp. If you have questions, please call 641.202.1514 or 515.993.4514.
The camp is sponsored by Adel United Methodist Church, Grace Lutheran Church, Minburn Methodist Church, and Adel First Christian Church.
Join in for a fun day of storytelling, games, crafts, and fun!
Contact Us
Phone: 515-993-4514 Email: contact@firstchristianadel.org
We would love to connect with you!
Please fill in the information below to be contacted by a church representative.
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Meet Our Pastor
Doug Pfeiffer
Senior Pastor
doug@firstchristianadel.org
Our congregation is incredibly blessed by Pastor Doug. His insight and ability to connect modern-day issues with scripture is inspiring and thought-provoking. Pastor Doug is appreciated for his humor and genuine love of Christ and Christ’s children.
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WEEKLY UPLIFT FROM PASTOR
Weekly Uplift-“Celebration and Preparation”
So many holy moments to celebrate this weekend!
Heather Wachendorf’s ordination last Saturday!
Our grandson’s first birthday on Saturday!
Worship on Sunday in which we celebrate God!
The baby d …
Read more...
July 4, 2021 Sunday Worship Service
“What to Celebrate?” Kabakkuk 2:1-2
July 11, 2021 Sunday Worship Service
“Diciplines for Church In Transition I” Numbers 14:36-38
July 18, 2021 Sunday Worship Service
“Disciplines for Church In Transition II” Luke 4:16-21
July 25, 2021 Sunday Worship Service
Ways to send your donation and support First Christian Church
*Use the post office and send your donation to us at:
First Christian Church
218 N 9th Street
Adel, IA 50003
*Bill Pay through your bank
Most banks this is a free service to their customers. They mail a check to us for you.
*Drop your donation off at the church during business hours:
Monday-Thursday
from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
*Paypal
Click the link, copy and paste the link into your browser, or click the donate button:
All three options will direct you to our donation page.
Enter amount you would like to donate.
It will ask you to Login with your personal paypal account.
If you don’t have paypal account,
there is a button to create your account.