What is Pi?

• the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter
• approximately 3.14
• a mathematical constant

Why March 14th?

• the numerical date is 3.14 (like pi!)
  
• it's Albert Einstein's birthday.

Why roller skating?

• CrossRidge EFC is currently renovating the old roller skating rink in Ida Grove (at 411 Washington St. [behind Carlyle Tire]) for our future church home.
• Skating rinks are closing all over but the Skate Palace continues to be a unique fixture of our community.
• Skating is fun, healthy, nostalgic, across the age span, and a wonderful way to connect with each other.

How might pi be a clue to God?

• Pi is infinite - no one has exhausted its figures.  Similarly, God is infinite, eternal, and His love never stops - no one will ever exhaust the riches of His mercy.
• Like a circle's circumference (calculated using pi), God has no beginning and no ending.
• Pi is a transcendent number. God transcends creation and understanding but He still wants to be known by you.
• Pi is a mathematical constant; God's love is unchanging and constant.

Why pie?

• Seriously...!?  It's pie!
• Jesus fed people.  A lot.
• Psalm 119 compares God's words to sweet food.
• What better way to celebrate Pi Day than with pie?