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Being Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0810 Uptown: Redemptive RelationshipsWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-08-1037 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0803 CLC: Redemption in Jesus AloneWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-08-0530 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0803 Uptown: Redemption in Jesus AloneWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-08-0424 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0727 CLC: Redemption of the HeartWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-2935 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0727 Uptown: Redemption of the HeartWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-2722 min
Ankeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 313
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the baseball season with coach Konrad Christensen and junior pitcher/infielder Lucas Erickson of Ankeny Christian Academy.
2025-07-2423 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 313
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the baseball season with coach Konrad Christensen and junior pitcher/infielder Lucas Erickson of Ankeny Christian Academy.
2025-07-2423 min
Being Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0720 CLC: Redemption is God’s Will for UsWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-2227 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0720 Uptown: Redemption is God’s Will for UsWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-2022 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 312
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the Class 5A state softball tournament with Andy Pollock of the Centennial Digital Network, former Valley Activities Director Brad Rose, and coach Brett Delaney and senior catcher Makenna Foster of Ankeny Centennial.
2025-07-1744 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 312
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the Class 5A state softball tournament with Andy Pollock of the Centennial Digital Network, former Valley Activities Director Brad Rose, and coach Brett Delaney and senior catcher Makenna Foster of Ankeny Centennial.
2025-07-1744 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0713 clc: Living the danceWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-1525 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0713 Uptown: Living the DanceWelcome to the weekly sermon from Ankeny First United Methodist Church!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. At Ankeny First UMC, people of all ages come together to worship God, build meaningful connections, and serve others in love.
Our mission is to share God’s transforming love with a world in need and bring hope to those broken by life’s challenges. Whether you’re part of our church family or exploring faith for the first time, we invite you to worship with us online at ankenyfirst.org or in person at one of our two...2025-07-1423 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 311
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the softball season thus far and previews the upcoming postseason with coach Sarah Saladino and senior pitcher Aubrey Lensmeyer of Ankeny.
2025-07-0814 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 311
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the softball season thus far and previews the upcoming postseason with coach Sarah Saladino and senior pitcher Aubrey Lensmeyer of Ankeny.
2025-07-0814 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 310
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the baseball season thus far and previews the upcoming postseason with coach Mark Hey and senior shortstop Isaac Bruhl of Ankeny Centennial. Realtor Tiffany Rumelhart also makes an appearance.
2025-07-0117 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 310
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the baseball season thus far and previews the upcoming postseason with coach Mark Hey and senior shortstop Isaac Bruhl of Ankeny Centennial. Realtor Tiffany Rumelhart also makes an appearance.
2025-07-0117 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 309
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the first half of the baseball season with coach Joe Balvanz and senior shortstop Kinnick Vos of Ankeny.
2025-06-2430 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 309
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the first half of the baseball season with coach Joe Balvanz and senior shortstop Kinnick Vos of Ankeny.
2025-06-2430 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 308
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Ankeny girls’ tennis coach Steve Smith and his daughter Kira, who recently won the Class 2A singles title to become the first-ever state tennis champion from the city of Ankeny.
2025-06-1620 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 308
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Ankeny girls’ tennis coach Steve Smith and his daughter Kira, who recently won the Class 2A singles title to become the first-ever state tennis champion from the city of Ankeny.
2025-06-1620 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Rodcast: Episode 20
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast, Rod Brannan of Shelter Insurance and sports fan extraordinaire Tony Rhoads are joined for most of the show by a special guest, “Voice of the Cyclones” John Walters.
2025-06-1148 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Rodcast: Episode 20
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic Rodcast, Rod Brannan of Shelter Insurance and sports fan extraordinaire Tony Rhoads are joined for most of the show by a special guest, “Voice of the Cyclones” John Walters.
2025-06-1148 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 307
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the boys’ and girls’ state soccer tournaments with senior forward Ava Martin of Ankeny Centennial, senior midfielder Alli Macke of Ankeny, and senior forward Landon Benge and senior defender Dylan Gloviak of Ankeny.
2025-06-0223 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 307
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm previews the boys’ and girls’ state soccer tournaments with senior forward Ava Martin of Ankeny Centennial, senior midfielder Alli Macke of Ankeny, and senior forward Landon Benge and senior defender Dylan Gloviak of Ankeny.
2025-06-0223 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0525 Uptown Rejoice in Everything Good!Ankeny First UMC
Rejoice! Sermon Series
Dr. Rev. Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-2517 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 306
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Iowa High School Athletic Association Executive Director Rick Wulkow about the recent passing of his predecessor, the legendary Bernie Saggau.
2025-05-2239 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 306
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Iowa High School Athletic Association Executive Director Rick Wulkow about the recent passing of his predecessor, the legendary Bernie Saggau.
2025-05-2239 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0518 CLC Rejoice to know Christ!May 18, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Rejoice! Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-2031 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0518 Uptown: Rejoice to know Christ!May 18, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Rejoice! Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-1819 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 305
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the two-day CIML Conference Invitational with girls’ golf coaches John Petersen of Ankeny Centennial and Kelley Emke of Ankeny and previews next week’s Class 4A regional meet at Marshalltown. Realtor Ronda Dix also appears.
2025-05-1626 minAnkeny FanaticAnkeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 305
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm breaks down the two-day CIML Conference Invitational with girls’ golf coaches John Petersen of Ankeny Centennial and Kelley Emke of Ankeny and previews next week’s Class 4A regional meet at Marshalltown. Realtor Ronda Dix also appears.
2025-05-1626 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0511 CLC Rejoice in Christ's Self-EmptyingAnkeny First UMC
Rejoice! Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-1532 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0511 Uptown: Rejoice in Christ's Self EmptyingAnkeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-1120 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0504 CLC Rejoice in Christ's Mission!May 4, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-0725 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0504 Uptown: Rejoice in Christ's Mission!May 4, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-05-0419 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0427 Uptown- Rejoice in Gratitude!April 27, 2028
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-2828 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC PodcastCLC: Easter Morning 2025April 20, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-2231 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC PodcastUptown: Easter 2025!April 20, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
P. Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-2223 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0413 Uptown Palm Sunday- Triumph & DeathEditor's Note:
Happy Holy Week! We had some issues at the beginning of the sermon with the microphone, but was quickly changed by the second minute. Thanks, Jose
April 13, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Lana Williams , Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-1323 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0406 Prayer and ForgivenessApril 6, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-0930 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0330 Uptown: Carrying a CrossMarch 30, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-0128 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0330 CLC: Carrying a CrossMarch 30, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-04-0130 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0323 Uptown MockedMarch 23, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-2525 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0323 CLC MockedMarch 23, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-2531 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0316 CLC DenialMarch 16, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-1628 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0309 Uptown Betrayal & ArrestMarch 9, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-0924 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0309 CLC Betrayal & ArrestMarch 9, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-0925 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC PodcastAsh Wednesday ServiceMarch 5, 2025
Ankeny First UMC
Lenten Stations, bearing witness Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-0622 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0302 Uptown Trust in GodMarch 2nd, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-0220 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0302 CLC Trust in God.March 2nd, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Christian Life Center (CLC)
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-03-0230 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0223 Uptown Use Me, Lord
February 23, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-2330 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0223 CLC Use Me, Lord
February 23, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - CLC (Christian Life Center)
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-2329 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0217 Uptown When God Finds me BrokenFebruary 17, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa2025-02-1723 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0217 CLC When God Finds me BrokenFebruary 17, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Christian Life Center
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa2025-02-1726 min
Being Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast02 09 Uptown Search MeFebruary 9, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-0924 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast02 09 CLC Search MeFebruary 9, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Christian Life Center
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
John Wagner, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-0932 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0202 CLC Walk With MeFebruary2, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Christian Life Center (CLC)
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-0229 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast0202 Uptown Walk With MeFebruary 2, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
A Closer Walk with God Sermon Series
Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-02-0219 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.26 CLC Walk with MeJanuary 26, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Christian Life Center (CLC)
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. John Wagner, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-01-2742 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.26 Uptown Walk With MeJanuary 26, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-01-2729 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.19 CLC Respond with MeJanuary 19, 2025
Ankeny First UMC - CLC
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. John Wagner, Campus Pastor
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Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
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2025-01-1934 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.19.25 Uptown- Respond with MeJanuary 19, 2025
Respond with Me
Ankeny First UMC - Uptown
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. Lana Williams, Campus Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org.
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-01-1925 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.12.25 CLC Connect with meJanuary 12, 2025
Ankeny First UMC- Christian Life Center (CLC)
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. John Wagner, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-01-1335 minBeing Bright; an Ankeny First UMC Podcast01.12.25 Uptown Connect with MeJanuary 12, 2025
Ankeny First UMC- Uptown
Come with Me Sermon Series
P. Mike Janes, Lead Pastor
Join us for Online Worship at Ankenyfirst.org
You can also join us in person at:
Traditional Worship (Uptown)
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, Iowa
Contemporary Worship (Christian Life Center)
710 NE 36th Street
Ankeny, Iowa
2025-01-1328 min
We Are AnkenyLearning Series: Nourishing Schools Part 2When 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 Clark Ankeny Northview Middle School Social Worker to discuss food insecurity by-the-numbers in our community.2024-11-1323 min
We Are AnkenyLearning Series: Nourishing Students IntroductionMadisen Gaskin, Community Engagement Specialist for Ankeny Schools hosts Ankeny Schools staff, Leah Clark - Social Worker, Erin Van Dorin - Associate Principal BEYOND & Summit High School programs, and Shawn Beirman - Social Emotional Learning Specialist on this podcast to discuss what led to opening Ankeny's school-based food pantries in partnership with the Food Bank of Iowa.2024-10-1126 min
Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: "Creation" | JD Abell | Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: "Creation" | JD Abell | Ankeny Free Churchhttps://www.ankenyfree.church2024-08-2042 min
Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: The Afterlife | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: The Afterlife | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Churchhttps://www.ankenyfree.church2024-08-1950 min
We Are AnkenyNew to District Teachers Talk about the Ankeny ExperienceTheir experience is the Ankeny Experience! Teachers new to the Ankeny District, Mariah Hoium at Prairie Trail Elementary, Nick Robinson at Centennial High School, and Mary Stewart at Southeast Elementary, share their hopes, expectations, and plans for the 24-25 school year with superintendent Dr. Eric Pruitt on the We Are Ankeny podcast. Listen Here or find our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or Audible. 2024-08-1731 min
Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: The Bible | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free ChurchWhy I Believe: The Bible | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Churchhttps://www.ankenyfree.church2024-07-3143 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Project-Based Learning in Ankeny SchoolsWe know students have different learning styles, so in this episode, we're shining a light on project-based learning (PBL). Our guests include Jason Clark, a teacher at Ankeny Centennial High School. He's adopted PBL as his method of teaching. Hannah Robertson is a Des Moines Area consultant on PBL and a recent instructor at Ankeny's summer teacher academy and Dr. Amy Dittmar, Assistant Superintendent of Ankeny Schools. She leads the planning team for Ankeny School's new Innovative Hub. You'll find this and many other Let's Talk about It topics on the We Are Ankeny podcast channel found at www...2023-12-2737 min
We Are AnkenyLet's talk about... Renewal Vote for Physical Plant & Equipment LevyOn November 7, 2023, Ankeny residents will vote on the renewal of the Physical Plant and Equipment Levy. This renewal happens every 10 years, and the funds are used by Ankeny Community Schools to make building repairs, purchase new equipment, and increase security systems. Listen and learn about PPEL and it's relationship to the Ankeny Community through Ankeny Schools. 2023-10-0511 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Middle to High School TransitionsNew environments can mean excitement to one student, but anxiety to another. This podcast is "almost" everything you need to know about moving into 8th-grade and 10th-grade. Southview Middle School counselor Nicole Wee, Ankeny Centennial High School counselor Ashley Wilson, and Executive Director for Ankeny Secondary Schools Bev Kuehn have advice, reassurance, and encouragement for parents anticipating a building change next fall or in the near future. 2023-04-2437 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Ankeny HS's The Talon NewsAnkeny High School is producing the next generation of journalists. Award-winning news source, The Talon, is produced for and by students. Joining Dr. Pruitt to talk about what makes The Talon a great elective choice are editors Ava, Vivian, and Julien. 2023-04-1021 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Ankeny Area Historical SocietyExplore the history of Ankeny in this episode with Ankeny Area Historical Society co-Chairs Jois Thorson ODonnell, JoAnn Kocheiser Adamson, and intern Avan Albaugh. It's a trip down memory lane with a peek into current exhibits and summer events. 2023-04-0428 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Employee & Family Services' Student Assistance ProgramOur guest, Steve Arneson, is from Employee and Family Resources Center. He is a partner with Ankeny Schools for the Student Assistance Program available in our schools and to families. Health and especially mental health are topics that school districts find themselves talking about more and more. Ankeny Community School District believes the health of our students and their families affects their ability to excel in the classroom and we've partnered with EFR to provide resources in and outside of our school buildings. 2023-03-2119 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Student TeachingStudent teachers are the future of our Ankeny Schools. It's a critical phase in the development, and we are committed to providing a unique and rich experience to all placed in our district. It's our goal that every student teacher placed here, wants to stay here. Sit down with a former and current student teacher and hear about their time walking the halls and running classrooms in Ankeny. Guests: Hillary Thomae and Alex Kitterman.2023-02-2719 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Junior Achievement of Central IowaJunior Achievement of Central Iowa is expanding their partnership with Ankeny Community Schools by adding the new 6th - 12th grade program, Financial Park©. This program, compliments the 5th grade program Biz Town©. Pull up a seat at the We Are Ankeny table with guests president of JA of Central Iowa, Ryan Osborn; JA Director of Education, Shannon Gerard; Ankeny Schools' Post-secondary Readiness Specialist, Amy Steenhoek; and your host, Ankeny Schools Superintendent, Dr. Erick Pruitt. 2023-02-2030 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... School Budgets and Property TaxesToday's podcast guests are Randy Ripperger, Polk County Iowa's Property Assessor and Bryon Tack, Assistant Assessor. It doesn’t matter if you have children attending public school, if you own property in Polk County - click and turn up the volume. Jennifer Jamison, CFO for Ankeny Schools joins Dr. Erick Pruitt and our guests to add insight on how these taxes directly impact Ankeny Schools. 2023-02-0626 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Innovative Secondary SchoolsIf you could create an innovative secondary school any way you wanted, what would it be? Today's guests are on a panel reimagining the 6th through 12th-grade experience at Ankeny Schools (ACSD). JoinDr. Erick Pruitt as he hosts ACSD parent Amy Guidry, Vice President of Human Capital at Accumold Grace Swanson, and team facilitator Ankeny Schools' Chief Officer of Legal Affairs & Strategic Initiatives Jessie Dirks. 2023-01-3141 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Secondary Math and Computer ScienceDr. Erick Pruitt invites Carol Eddy, Director of Curriculum and Innovation back to the podcast to talk about the upcoming changes Ankeny Schools is making to the secondary math and computer science curriculum. The goal is to have kids understand they are all "math people" even if it looks different from one student to another. The changes for the 2023-24 academic school year to the Ankeny Schools math and computer science curriculum will provide a clear pathway for students with parent and counselor input - to navigate for successful post graduation plans. 2023-01-1624 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Teachers & MentorsLet's talk about teacher mentoring. Ankeny strives, and succeeds, as an innovator among school districts that surround the Des Moines Metro. The first suburb to expand to two high schools is now reinventing the traditional professional mentor structure for new and new-to-the-district teachers. District mentoring coaches and specialist Elise Jessen, Kim Haack, and Justin Herrick join Ankeny Schools Superintendent, Erick Pruitt to explain how this new strategy and approach will benefit students. As well as how Ankeny teachers are now supported, and the development mentors themselves are experiencing with the new program. 2023-01-0936 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... the City of AnkenyWe're welcoming David Jones, City of Ankeny's City Manager to our podcast. This episode explores the relationship between the district and the city from using school facilities to economic growth and plans. Join us and let's talk about the city of Ankeny.2022-12-1218 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Community PartnershipsAnkeny schools values its community partnerships. This episode brings Ankeny School Foundation President, Kara Hogue, to the studio. Join us as Dr. Pruitt and Ms. Hogue are joined by Ankeny Schools Chief Officer-Jessica Dirks and Heidi Palkovic Community Engagement Manager - Heidi Palkovic as the discuss how community and public schools relationships continue to evolve, future plans and fundraising. 2022-11-2121 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Winter Weather, Delayed Starts, and ClosingsIowa winters can bring freezing rain, snow, sub-zero temperatures, and severe winds in a matter of hours. This episode will educate our Ankeny community on what goes into making a decision to keep schools open, delaying the starts, letting students out early, and when it's best just to stay closed. Ankeny Schools pulls back the curtain to show how and why inclement weather decisions are made. Join Dr. Pruitt, Samantha Aukes, Chief of Communications, and Dr. Darin Haack, assistant superintendent of schools, and Let's Talk About... the weather.2022-11-1420 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Ankeny Activities & AthleticsActivities, clubs and sports Oh, My! Ankeny High School and Centennial High School started the year with new leadership in the Activities and Athletic (A.D.) offices. New Hawk Director, Adam McDonnell was the former A.D. at Xavier High School in Cedar Rapids. The Jaguars' new Director arrived from Valley High School. There's a lot to talk about. For the first time since bowling in 2006 the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union is introducing a new sanctioned sport in Iowa - girls' wrestling. The directors also talked about the benefits of starting their positions together, goals o...2022-10-1120 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... The Facility Master Plan CommitteeSeptember 13, 2022, a committee made up of Ankeny parents, community members, and staff began working on the Facility Master Plan (FMP). Co-facilitated by Dr. Darin Haack, an Assistant Superintendent, and RSP & Associates, the district's demographer, the committee completed their first task by drafting financial belief statements. The next meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022, to discuss academic programming and creating curriculum belief statements. The Ankeny schools website has a frequently asked questions document, the full presentation slide deck from the meeting, and a link to submit questions about the FMP. Questions will be answered by the FMP committee. 2022-09-2717 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Safety, Security and Ankeny SchoolsThe topic of student safety in schools is a serious one around the nation. This episode welcomes Ankeny's Chief of Police, Darius Potts and Ankeny Schools Safety and Security Specialist, Jon Davis to address our district's readiness plans for weather, threats and emergencies. 2022-08-1931 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Facility Maintenance 2022-23Join Tim Simpkins as he provides details of current renovation to Ankeny school buildings, the decision for new landscaping, and how the district decides the when, where and what of scheduling these projects with Dr. Pruitt, Superintendent and Dr. Haack, Assistant Superintendent of Ankeny schools. 2022-08-1515 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Diversity, Equity, and InclusionLet's Talk about the DEI Framework. Ken Morris Jr. the Chief Diversity Officer with Ankeny Community School District takes a deep dive into a conversation with Ankeny Superintendent Dr. Erick Pruitt about what it means to create and live a DEI Framework for the district. The conversation includes how this framework supports the Strategic Plan and how it will positively impact students. 2022-08-1050 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... New Curriculum Part 2: Computer ScienceThe topic is computer science in part two of a two-part series on new curriculum at Ankeny Community Schools. In this podcast, Carol Eddy, Director of Curriculum, is back and joins Dr. Erick Pruitt, superintendent of Ankeny Schools talk about the future expectations of computer science in grades K - 7. 2022-07-1815 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Heritage Elementary STEAM NightSTEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering and math has added "A" for Art to become STEAM. Ankeny school, Heritage Elementary, hosted it's first STEAM night to provide hands on fun and exploration of STEAM skills. Host, Samantha Aukes, Communications Director for Ankeny Schools sat with STEAM Night organizer Sara Sparks, Digital Technology Teacher at Heritage Elementary to discuss how building administrators are focused on increasing STEAM interests and the future of this successful event. 2022-06-1436 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Why Ankeny?Hiring and recruitment specialist, Michelle Allen, sits with Dr. Erick Pruitt to talk about why prospective job candidates should consider and choose Ankeny Schools to work. Join us as we discuss our mentoring program for teachers, highlight critical positions outside the classroom that keep our district running smoothly and offer candid insight on how the Covid-19 pandemic impacted the education job market.2022-06-0628 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... Memorial DayMemorial Day is a special day to honor those no longer with us who served in the U.S. military. We've invited veteran Ankeny residents to sit and talk with veteran Dr. Erick Pruitt about Memorial Day, their experience in the service and how they as well as other local veterans are having a positive impact on Ankeny students as a ACSD employees, parents, volunteers, and active reserve military. In this episode, Dr. Pruitt has a conversation with a current special education teacher in Ankeny who is a veteran of the Iowa National Guard, a current Ankeny S...2022-05-3047 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About the Strategic PlanThroughout the year, planning teams worked hard to reimagine how we might improve in serving our students. Teams of parents, community members, students, and staff worked to create this document that will guide how our district will operate as we strive to achieve our goals. Our hope is that this will serve as an anchor for all the district’s work for the next five years. Our new mission statement is as follows: The Ankeny Community School District engages all students in an educational experience that equips them with the skills to flourish in and contribute to an...2022-05-2359 min
We Are AnkenyLet's Talk About...Ankeny's HistoryAnkeny started as a railroad and farming community, named after John Fletcher Ankeny. Guest Denny Presnall, a long-time Ankeny resident former teacher, and former Ankeny School Board Director joins Dr. Erick Pruitt, Superintendent of Ankeny Schools to talk about the rich history of Ankeny and Ankeny Schools. Recorded May 6, 20222022-05-1237 minWe Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... The Ankeny ExperienceFrom Pre-K to senior year, what does the Ankeny schools experience look like? Host, Dr. Erick Pruitt is joined by Ankeny Schools administrators Dr. Jen Lindaman, Chief Officer of Academic Services and Carol Eddy, Director of Curriculum and Innovation to discuss how the Ankeny Experience for students has evolved and what we can look for in the future. 2022-05-0232 minWe Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... School EnrollmentSuperintendent, Dr. Erick Pruitt talks enrollment with Dr. Darin Haack, Chief Operations Officer of Ankeny Schools and Kirk Magill, Integrated Systems Administrator for the district. Key topics including emerging enrollment trends for 2022-23, challenges of school registration and projections for Ankeny School enrollment are just a few highlights from this podcast. Recorded 04/18/22.2022-04-1825 minWe Are AnkenyLet's Talk About... the new Ankeny Schools PodcastAnkeny Community School District Superintendent, Dr. Erick Pruitt, introduces a new podcast produced officially by Ankeny Schools.2022-04-1400 min