The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you,
and I will give you rest.”
- Exodus 33:14
You're invited to Smokey Row in Ankeny on Sunday, May 4 at 3:00pm to learn what we're all about! We'll have free coffee, treats, and activities for the kids!
Meet our team, make new friends, and learn more about Presence!
We can't wait to meet you!
May 4 at 3:00pm!
our next Interest Party!
We can't wait to meet you!
We're not trying to live our best life, we're pursuing a full life with Jesus
We know there's something special about our city. The people of Ankeny want the best – for our families, our jobs, and the people we love. We pour our hearts into building good lives.
But let's be honest, sometimes "having it all together" feels... overwhelming, right? Juggling everything can leave us feeling stretched thin and maybe feel like we have to pretend to just to measure up.
We get it. We believe church should be a place where you can take that mask off. It's a space to breathe, to be real, and to worship with others who are seeking genuine relationship with one another and with God. The people of our city need relationships where they can be fully known and fully loved in Jesus!
We know there's something special about our city. The people of Ankeny want the best – for our families, our jobs, and the people we love. We pour our hearts into building good lives.
But let's be honest, sometimes "having it all together" feels... overwhelming, right? Juggling everything can leave us feeling stretched thin and maybe feel like we have to pretend to just to measure up.
We get it. We believe church should be a place where you can take masks off. It's a space to breathe and to worship with others who are seeking genuine relationship God and each other. The people of our city need relationships where they can be fully known and fully loved in Jesus!
hear our invite
with you.
Take His
For God So Loved Ankeny
Ben & Susan
pastor, parents, friends, and loving ankeny
We’re beyond thrilled to be launching Presence Church right here in the city that we love!
A bit about us: We’ve been doing ministry together for 13+ years and we have two lively kiddos: Jane (6) and David (2). Ben grew up here as an Ankeny Hawk, and after college (where we met!), we found our way back home in 2018.
When we’re not dreaming about what God is doing in our city, you’ll find Susan running, baking up something delicious, or hunting for a good deal. Ben? He’s usually geeking out over Lord of the Rings, fixing tech, or having deep convos about Jesus.
We’d love to meet you, hear your story, and see God build something amazing together. Let’s start Presence Church!
-Pastor Ben and Susan Mueller
Everything begins and ends with having a relationship with God. He isn't some distant force, He's real and wants relationship with you because He loves you! We can know him by spending time with Him in prayer, scripture, worship, and community.
Jeremiah 29:13
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
We will follow the way Jesus together so we can become like him and do what he did. Our faith was never meant to be done alone. This is a journey meant to be walked in a loving community called the church.
2 Corinthians 3:18
And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
We're all about God's people living on purpose! We will be a church that meets real needs in the city of Ankeny and beyond. You were made to be a light of love and truth to the people around you. You were made on purpose for a purpose!
Matthew 5:14
"You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden."
WHY PRESENCE?
God's presence
his people
on purpose
Experience the joy of being close with God and living the full life He gives
god isn't far,
he's always present.
he wants to guide us through the wilderness of life.
pray
Without God, we can't go far! Join us in praying regularly for Presence Church and subscribe to our Newsletter to stay updated
join the team
Join the family of people stepping out in faith to help start this church! Jump in and meet new friends!
You can sign up for our Launch Team today!
give
This vision is only possible through the incredible generosity of people like you. Pray and ask God if He would have you give to help establish Presence Church.
You can give online or by mail:
PO Box 126
Ankeny, IA 50021
Your Next Step
stay connected
Be sure to stay connected with Presence on all social media platforms @presenceankeny.
Please email info@presence.city with contact information, and we will get in touch!
let's get to know
each other!
