What's Sunday Like?

We want to help you feel sure about what to expect. Here are some answers to questions you might be asking.

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Getting Ready

Wear what's comfortable for you! Sundays are pretty casual at Prairie Lakes, so you don't need to stress about dressing up. 

We have a front-row space for you! Each campus has multiple visitor parking spots available ready for you to use. 

Bringing yourself is more than enough! We've got the coffee and snacks covered, and you're welcome to take those into the worship center with you. You'll notice some people like to bring a Bible or notebook with them, but it won't be weird if you don't. We've got Bibles available for you to take home, or you can download the free Bible app on your phone.

Whatever's best for you is great for us! Your kids are welcome to stay with you during the service, or you can check them into one of our awesome children's ministry environments for ages birth-fifth grade. Also - our cafe areas are great places to sit and grab a free treat and warm up to new surroundings!

Anna A.

"When we walked in the first time, smiling people held the doors for us and greeted us. You could see the joy in their faces!"

Heather A.

"PLC has impacted my whole life, from the leaders who poured into me as a kid to watching the church pour into my family as an adult. I get to watch my kids get excited for all they're experiencing here."

Amanda M.

"During our first service, I thought, 'Wow, this feels like coming home.' We're where we're truly meant to be."

Zach A.

"You don't need to worry about who you are, where you're from, or anything like that. You can come here and be yourself."

Kayba L.

"I just felt really comfortable and at home when I went for the first time, like I was meant to be there."

Walking In

All of our campuses will have friendly faces ready to welcome you! We want you to feel at home from the moment you walk in. God loves you no matter what and so will we!

No one likes feeling lost in a new place, so at Prairie Lakes, we've made it easy for you to find your way. Every campus has clear signage pointing you in the right direction, and anyone wearing a name tag is ready and waiting to help you out!

Our cafe areas are perfect places for you to grab coffee, water, or snacks and find community. At Prairie Lakes, we're all about creating spaces where you can find your people and make friends who can help you look for God. And if you're running late, don't worry! There'll be plenty of time after service to connect! 

Checking In Kids

Volunteers will be at the Children’s Check-In area with a tablet ready to help you get your information entered and your kids checked in. They’ll talk you through what you’ll need to pick up your kids and direct you to the right room(s) too! 

Want to save yourself a step? Pre-register your kids so you can simply check in when you get here!

Here are three key ways we keep your kids safe while in our care:

  1. Every volunteer in your kid's ministry area has been vetted and background-checked. Additionally, they are a part of a team who works together to make sure each kid's needs are met.
  2. Our kids' spaces are locked 15 minutes after each service begins to ensure only the people who need to be there are in the children's area. Each room is also equipped with security cameras.
  3. At check-in, your child receives a name tag with a three-digit code. You will receive a parent tag with your child's matching three-digit code, which MUST be shown to check your child out at the end of service. The codes change from week to week, so tags cannot be recycled.

Our children's ministry team is there to make check-in easy for you and secure for your kids. Thank you for helping us keep your kids safe!

If something comes up with your child and you're needed, the three-digit code on your parent tag will flash on the screens in the worship center, anonymously notifying you to come to your child's room.

In the Service

Sit where you feel comfortable! Whether you prefer to sneak in the back row or you like a front-row seat, at Prairie Lakes, you don’t have to worry about taking someone’s spot. If you have trouble finding an open section, our volunteers by the doors would love to help you find somewhere to sit!
Our services are designed to be 65 minutes long. This time includes moments of music, teaching, video, reflection, and spiritual direction from your Campus Pastor! Every part of the service is clearly explained, so you won’t have to guess what to do or when to sit or stand.
At Prairie Lakes, we have live music every weekend! We play modern, high-energy worship songs along with reflective, powerful moments of praise. You'll be invited to sing along, but you can participate however you're comfortable! 

Our teaching pastors preach live messages at our Cedar Falls Campus, and those same messages are delivered via video to our campuses across Iowa and online.

You can check out what our messages feel like by watching here! Each one teaches what the Bible says about topics relevant to your life and gives you practical steps to grow on your journey with God. 


Join us this weekend!

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Cedar Falls

Sunday: 9am, 10:30am

1907 Viking Rd
Cedar Falls, IA

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Decorah

Sunday: 9am

2324 Sweet Parkway Rd
Decorah, IA

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Fort Dodge

Sunday: 9am, 10:30am

200 Avenue O
Fort Dodge, IA

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Grinnell

Sunday: 9am, 10:30am

925 East St
Grinnell, IA

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Independence

Sunday: 9am, 10:30am

2320 Iowa Ave
Independence, IA

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New Hampton

Sunday: 9am

234 S Linn Ave
New Hampton, IA

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Osage

Sunday: 9am, 10:30am

2011 IA-9
Osage, IA

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