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Rooted in God’s Word to Invest in and Strengthen Seasoned Adults to Pass On a Godly Multi-Generational Legacy
Upcoming Events
Connect
Cross Trainers
Since 1989, Gary Rosberg and the CT speaking team have been encouraging men in the Des Moines area to enhance their relationships with God and their wives, children, church, and community.
No registration required. We hope to see you there!
Wednesdays • 6:30–7:30 am
Valley Chapel
Fellowship Travelers
Join a community dedicated to providing enjoyable, safe, and enriching travel experiences for older adults. These groups offer opportunities for seniors to explore new destinations, meet like-minded individuals, and create lasting memories.
2025 Trip to Nebraska and Colorado
September 21–27
Fellowship Lunch
Join us for a monthly gathering including a meal, program, and fellowship. This is a great opportunity to connect with others in your community!
2nd Wednesday of each month • 11:30 am–1 pm
$12 (includes lunch)
ReGroup
Are you retired or nearing retirement? Explore God’s purpose for you in this phase of life in a group focused on fun, fellowship, and finishing well.
No registration required. We hope to see you there!
Thursdays • 10–11:30 am
Valley Church, Lower Level (Room 107)
Valley Community Center
The Valley Community Center provides activities and events for individuals entering the later and retirement years. From pickleball to mah jong, there is something for everyone.
Grandparenting Groups
Caring Grandparents
1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month • 11 am–1:15 pm
The Urban Cellar (640 S 50th Street, Suite #2110, West Des Moines)
This group provides a listening ear, studies God’s Word, prays for each other, and provides support when needed. Singles and couples welcome.
Intentional Grandparents
Sundays • 11 am
Valley Church
Be encouraged and equipped to embrace our biblical role and become more intentional as spiritual influencers in our families.
Grandparenting Resources
GRAND Equipping Events
Whether you are just getting started in your grandparenting journey, have been a grandparent for many years, or are enjoying the added blessings of great-grandkids, you’re a valued part of this community. We gather for GRAND Equipping Events four times a year to celebrate and grow together.
Legacy Coalition
Legacy Coalition encourages churches to minister to grandparents as they impact the spiritual lives of their grandchildren. They offer training, seminars, webinars and the only national conference for grandparents. They also have a collection of recommended resources that support the role and responsibilities of intentional Christian grandparents.
Grandparenting Matters Video Series
This life-changing course from Legacy Coalition lays the foundation for intentional Christian grandparenting. The seminar is full of inspiration, ideas, and tools to help you improve your spiritual impact in your family.
Annual Legacy Grandparenting Summit
Experience the only national conference on Christian grandparenting.
Calendar of Events
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Prayer
Join with others in prayer.
Offer Prayer
Pray for the Global Church
Tuesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm • Valley Church
General, scripturally based prayer for the Church worldwide and Valley Church leadership. In-person prayer group for men and women.
Pray for Valley Church
Every other Wednesday, 6–7 pm • Valley Church
General, scripturally based prayer with emphasis on Valley Church ministries and cultural and family issues in general. In-person prayer group for men and women.
Pray for Individuals
Requests sent to a prayer team via email with identifying information removed
Sign up to receive a weekly email with individual requests from Valley Church members and attenders. Use this list to pray for requests individually or with a group.
Pray with Others at the Cross
Sunday morning worship services in the auditorium
Pray in person with individuals who come to the cross at the conclusion of Sunday morning worship services in the auditorium.
Receive Prayer
Submit a Prayer Request
Submit your prayer request via our Connect Card in the worship folder or online. Prayer cards are also available in the atrium during Sunday worship services.
Receive Prayer at the Cross
Come to the cross for individual prayer after Sunday worship services in the auditorium.
Legacy Builders Team
Dolan Pederson
Director of Adult Ministries
Andrea McDonough
Adult Ministry Administrative Assistant
