Who we are...

We are a congregation of people coming from a variety of backgrounds and traditions. Most people find us warm and friendly. A sense of “community” and “family” is important in our theology and we try to live it out in practice.

Our Mission Statement

As followers of Jesus Christ we . . .
seek God in worship
model God’s love and peace in community
nurture the next generation of God’s people
serve those here and beyond our borders
share God’s message of healing and hope
so that all will find new life in the family of God.

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Who are the Mennonites

At its base, Mennonites are a group of Christians following the teachings of Jesus, focusing on serving Christ in community, working to bring about the kingdom of God in peace, nonviolence, service, and social justice.  Read more...

Our History

The Des Moines Mennonite Church was started in the mid 1950’s, prompted by the presence of young Mennonite men doing alternative service as conscientious objectors.  Read more...