Member Congregations


DMARC came into existance in 1952 through the cooperation of 13 local churches. Today DMARC's membership has grown to more than 130 congregations of some 10 faith traditions. We welcome new members! To download an application for membership, click here.
 
DMARC MEMBER CONGREGATIONS
 
A.M.E.
Bethel
St. Paul
 
A.M.E. Zion
Kyles
 
Anglican
 
Baptist
Mt Olive Baptist
Pilgrim Baptist
Shiloh Baptist
Union Baptist
Wellspring Community Church
Westover Baptist
 
Catholic
 
Christian (Disciples of Christ)
College Avenue Christian
Glen Echo Christian
Grant Park Christian
Indianola Heights Christian
 
Christian Scientist
 
Church of the Brethren
Stover Memorial
 
Community Church
 
Community of Christ
Northwest
 
Congregational Church
Berwick
 
Episcopal
 
Friends Meeting
Des Moines Valley
 
Greek Orthodox
 
Islam
 
Jewish
 
Latter Day Saints
Church of Jesus Christ
 
Evangelical Lutheran
Unity Lutheran
 
Mennonite
 
Non-Denominational and Ecumenical
 
Presbyterian
Covenant, West Des Moines
Douglas Avenue
First, Des Moines
Fort Des Moines
Knox United
Park Avenue
St. Paul, Johnston
Union Park
Windsor, Windsor Heights
 
Reformed Church
 
Salvation Army
 
Seventh Day Adventist
First Seventh Day Adventist
 
Unitarian
 
United Church of Christ
Salem
 
United Methodist
Burns
Christ/Marquisville
Easton Place
Gatchel
Jordan
Korean
Marquisville
Miller
Sheridan Park
 
Unity Church
 
AFFILIATES
 
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
Lutheran Church of Hope

 

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  • Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Phone: 515-277-6969

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Welcome to DMARC

The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) is an interfaith organization that exists to provide a common means of responding to basic human needs and, in so doing, offers a context for interfaith dialogue, education, fellowship and support while serving as a liaison between member congregations and the greater Des Moines community.
Hours, office and warehouse

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

(closed Christmas holiday and New Years holiday)
Some Facts About DMARC
  • DMARC has received IRS designation as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
  • We have more than 150 member congregations.
  • We have partners from ten different faith traditions.
  • DMARC was founded more than 50 years ago in 1952.
  • DMARC does not require attendance at or participation in religious services as a requirement or condition to receive services, and DMARC does not engage in religious proselytizing or counseling.
  • DMARC practices non-discrimination in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations.
DMARC offers a range of programs designed to help fulfill our mission: