Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from January 12, 2025Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

What does it mean to be great? In Acts 8:4-25, we see the greatness of the Gospel collide with worldly greatness. Acts: to the ends of the earth: Philip and the Magician Acts 8:4-25 with Pastor Todd Hessel. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast, Rod Brannan of Shelter Insurance and Ankeny Fanatic publisher Dan Holm are joined once again by sports fan extraordinaire Tony Rhoads to break down the hottest topics in the world of sports.Av Ankeny Fanatic

When we celebrate the Feast of Epiphany, we tell the story of astronomers from the east who bring three gifts. Christmas pageants and hymns portray these visitors as three kings. There are however, only two kings in the story. The fake one named Herod sitting on a throne in Jerusalem and the real one, Jesus, lying in a manger in Bethlehem. Isaiah s…

Dr. Pruitt is celebrating multilingualism and the journey of our Ankeny students breaking through language barriers and swinging doors to fluency wide open! Ankeny Teachers Lissa Fulkerson, Marcella Mallet, and Brooke Fry have a lot to say about their students and the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Program. Despite the added cultura…

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews Ankeny boys’ basketball coach Brandt Carlson and junior guard Rio Aguirre about the Hawks’ 69-51 victory at Ankeny Centennial and the team’s 4-4 start to the season with an inexperienced roster.…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from January 5, 2025Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

There is a difference between simply knowing Christ, and truly abiding in Him. What does this difference look like? Are you abiding in Christ? Let's explore what Jesus says. Watch or listen now to this week's message from speaker Jonah Vos "True Connection: Abiding in Christ" (John 15:1-11) https://www.ankenyfree.church…

As we step into the new year, Paul’s words to the Colossians remind us that the Christian life isn’t about striving to accomplish an impossible checklist. It’s about letting Christ—letting Christ’s peace, love, and word dwell in us and work through us. In a world focused on resolutions and self-improvement, Paul invites us to surrender, trust, and …

Incarnation – the divine becoming flesh - is a wildly radical notion. Most religious thought in human history has firmly fixed a chasm between heaven and earth, between divinity and humanity. Yet we proclaim that “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” What does this mean?Av Pastor Tim Olson

Calling the night of our Savior’s birth :silent” seems an historical stretch. After all there were noisy animals, singing angels, shepherds speaking, and a crying baby. There were also many voices in the world made it seem impossible that anything or anyone important could happen in Bethlehem. Our love of this carol seems to be rooted in not the fa…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Nick Brannen from December 29, 2024Av Nick Brannen - Hope Ankeny Pastor

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from December 24, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

Mary’s Magnificat isn’t a lullaby—it’s a revolution. The world is about to turn, and everything is changing. A humble girl sings of God’s justice, lifting the lowly and scattering the proud. This isn’t just ancient history—it’s the hope we hold onto today.Av Pastor Travis Segar

Christmas is about seeing the war and following Jesus as our way to peace. Watch or listen now to A Not-So-Silent Night (Zechariah’s Song) - The Benedictus - Luke 1:68-79 with Pastor Todd Hessel. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Our beautiful nativity scenes don't capture the shame that would have been surrounding Christ's birth. Yet Mary didn't see the shame, but the Lord who was turning the tables on the world. Listen now to this week's message "Mary's Song: The Magnificat" with Pastor Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church…

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer standout Alanna Pennington, ex-Ankeny Centennial girls’ cross country and track runner Jesslyn Gaumer, and Ankeny Fanatic photographer Evan Reiter.…

In this episode, Dr. Amy Dittmar, ACSD Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services, sits down with Amy Ingersoll & Kayla Feld, Lighthouse Coordinators at Prairie Trail and Heritage Elementary, and Ben Muller, Principal of Prairie Trail Elementary. They’re talking all about Leader in Me—a powerful program teaching students leadership, accountabili…

When John the Baptist addresses his congregation as a “Brood of vipers,” it hardly seems like good news. Rather than an insult, however, John is calling out the misguided notion that we can avoid judgment because we’re the right kind of people. We shall all be shaped for life in the reign of God through judgment or repentance. Repentance invites us…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Nick Brannen from December 15, 2024Av Nick Brannen - Hope Ankeny Pastor

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews Thursday’s Jag-Hawk wrestling dual with coach Jack Wignall and senior Andrew Haase of Ankeny along with coach Jay Groth and senior Isaac Bruhl of Ankeny Centennial.…

Sometimes following Jesus means losing your life. Acts 7 helps us to see how, when we are surrounded by rejection, we are to stand in the grace of God. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Worship features readings of the season and music by the Adult Choir and a small chamber ensemble.Av Pastor Tim Olson

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from December 8, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the start of the girls’ basketball season with coach Scott DeJong and senior Tillie Smith of Ankeny Centennial along with coach Nate Tobey, senior Savannah Gage and junior Jayla Williams of An…

Acts: To the ends of the earth: The complaint of the widow // Act 6:1-7 // Speaker:Hunter Thorpe https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Acts: To the ends of the earth "When the wheels fall off the wagon" // Acts 6:8-15 // Bob Bressert https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Advent is more than waiting—it’s stewarding hope. In a world weighed down by uncertainty and injustice, how do we rise up and see signs of God's kingdom breaking in today?Av Pastor Travis Segar

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Minister Emily Beltrame from December 1, 2024Av Emily Beltrame - Hope Ankeny Minister

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the start of the girls’ wrestling season with coach Dustin Roland, senior Elyse Engebretson and junior Trudy Haag of Ankeny. Realtor Ronda Dix also makes an appearance.…

To whom will we give our lives to? That is the question on the Festival of Christ the King. Will it be the kings, presidents, rulers, and powers of this world? Wall Street or Madison Avenue? Or will we serve the only one “who was, who is, and the one coming?” as the Book of Revelation names him? Will we trust the powers and people who will pass awa…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from November 24, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

A commitment to the Gospel means a commitment to God above all things. This week, we will see that commitment tested in ways we still face today. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Whenever the Bible speaks of suffering, war, or cataclysm of any kind we tend to assume it is speaking of God’s punishment. Jesus does not do that. Referring to the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, “war and rumors of war,” he calls them “birth pangs.” This does not minimize the suffering and pain. It reminds us, however, that the birth pangs…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from November 17, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm recaps the state tournament and previews the Senior Volleyball Classic with coach Michele Quick, setter Katie Quick and outside hitter Carley Craighead of Ankeny Christian Academy, outside hitter Delaney …

When schools, nonprofits like the Food Bank of Iowa, students, and dedicated staff come together, real change happens. Ankeny Schools Community Engagement Specialist, Madisen Gaskin hosts a roundtable discussion with Michelle Book, CEO & President of Food Bank of Iowa, Scott Litchfield the Director of Nutrition Services for Ankeny Schools, and Leah…

The church shares and cares for one another. Listen to how the Spirit empowers us to become the people of God. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

What does it mean to give everything when you don’t have enough to begin with? A widow’s offering of two small coins challenges everything we know about generosity, trust, and faith. In a world that devours us, how can we respond with faith that holds nothing back? What does it truly mean to offer our all?…

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from November 10, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the state volleyball tournament and the Class 5A football playoffs with Andy Pollock–who is an assistant coach for the Dowling Catholic football team and the father of Ankeny Centennial volley…

If you don’t know where you are headed, you’re probably lost. This world seems lost, unsure of where we are going or who will lead us. As followers of Jesus Christ, we know where the world is headed and what the end looks like. It is what he revealed in his life, death, and resurrection. The reign of God is not yet here, but it is already dawning, …

Contrary to what you hear, politics do not reign supreme. Jesus does. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Hope Ankeny - Sermon by Pastor Scott Rains from November 3, 2024Av Scott Rains - Hope Ankeny Pastor

Ankeny HS seniors Maxx Tyler and Alli Macke, student interns at Casey's Corporate offices, want to know how their Orbis Program experience is influencing plans for the new Innovative Hub building. Superintendent, Dr. Erick Pruitt and Samantha Aukes, Chief of Communications for Ankeny Schools are answering ALL of their questions. Tune in!…

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the state cross country meet with senior Brayden Vander Wilt and junior Cohen Moll of the Ankeny Centennial boys’ team and coach Eric Cogdill of the Ankeny Centennial girls’ squad.…

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America and Revive Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the state cross country meet with coach Jon Lindaman and senior Ethan Zuber of the Ankeny boys’ team and coach TJ Jumper and senior Sophia Graber of the Ankeny girls’ squad.…

You are a beloved child of God. Know that you are accepted; you are loved by the one who made the universe.Av Pastor Tim Olson

There is no name to trust in other than Jesus! Hope, power, and truth are all on the side of Jesus, not in those who scramble to keep the status quo. https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church

Acts Series: "Time of refreshing" | Message: Todd Hessel | Oct. 20, 2024 https://www.ankenyfree.churchAv Ankeny Free Church