We are now in the season of Advent. The stories of Advent are stories for hard times. Jesus was born amid upheaval and historical change and among people who seemed powerless. But when…
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“This Advent, once again, the God capable of turning swords into plowshares and spears into pruning hooks invites us to be part of something bigger than ourselves.” ~Vicar Erick Hill You can listen…
Group Sax, one of the most unique musical ensembles in the Midwest, is the featured combo for the December 2 First Friday Jazz concert at First Lutheran Church. The group will soon be…
The Gifts of Hope Alternative Online Market will open at 8:00 am on Saturday, December 3, and close at 10:00 pm on Sunday, December 4. Before the market opens take some time…
“It’s humbling to think when you deliver a meal that it might be the only human contact a person will experience that day.” ~ Robin Westhoff (Pictured alongside First Lutheran member, Cindy…
No one is too young, too old, too inexperienced, too new or too anything to serve as a worship assistant! The month of December offers many opportunities to volunteer as an assistant at…
What if your holiday shopping made the world a better place? At First Lutheran’s Gifts of Hope Alternative Giving Market that’s exactly what happens. 100% of each purchase funds the work…
Dear Parishioners of First Lutheran Church, I want to personally thank you for your generous gift. The time, talents & treasures you have shared further our mission and have enormous impact on the…
Yesterday’s Thanksgiving worship services were so meaningful, rich with the music of choirs and brass. Between services, people of all ages gathered in the Activity Center for hot cider and delicious treats, conversation,…
When First Lutheran member Christian heard that supplies were urgently needed for 28 rescue dogs he got to work! His Sunday morning display invited people to drop off clean used blankets and towels,…
