Our History
2006
Several families led by Pastor Ernie & Gen Schmidt began meeting on Wednesday evenings in early August, 2006 for prayer and planning. The church was incorporated with the State of Iowa on September 15, 2006. The first Sunday service was held on October 8, 2006 at NE Elementary School in Ankeny and held in the Art Room for several months. Wednesday evening Bible Study & Prayer was held in member homes.
2008
The church purchased 9.5 acres of land on the northeast side of Ankeny for $356,820 on December 24, 2008. The church grew considerably from that first Sunday, when just over 30 people attended. Sunday services were moved from the Art Room to the Cafeteria, and again to the Gymnasium to accommodate the growing church body.
2010
A mortgage burning celebration was held at the new property on November 21, 2010. Praise the Lord!
2013
October 5, 2011 was the 5th Anniversary Celebration for the church. It was also when Pastor Schmidt, founding pastor, completed his ministry with the church. Shon Lundberg, a member of the church, was called to be the next pastor and would begin his ministry at Community on April 1, 2013.
2016
In July, 2016 the church voted to establish a Building Committee. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the property on September 10. The church was awarded a $600,000 grant from the Lasko Foundation to help with construction costs. Praise the Lord!
2019
The first service in the new building was Sunday, May 5, 2019 with over 200 people in attendance. Dedication Sunday was held June 2, 2019 when the church joyfully and purposely celebrated our intent to use the new facility for the glory of God.