“Peace be with you!” The unconditional grace and mercy of God grounds us so that we can offer words of life and hope to others. Listen to Pastor Erin Heidelberger’s weekend message here.
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We extend our gratitude to Olivia Butts from Justice in Action (JIA) for joining us in worship and our learning hour yesterday. She shared insights on JIA's initiatives in Lincoln/Lancaster County and shed…
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Your commitment to living into First Lutheran Church’s Welcome Statement, guided by our liturgy’s baptismal promises to “work for justice and peace throughout the world,” is clear! That’s why we are sure that…
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Earth Day is approaching in April, coinciding with the season of Spring – a time for planting and tidying up. As you embark on cleaning out your garage or backyard shed and inspect…
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What if the Gospel passage remembered for “Doubting Thomas” is actually meant to be a lesson about Jesus? Pastor Andrew Kitzing’s sermon reminds us that “whenever we find ourselves behind locked doors, allowing…
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Join us for the first Town Hall Forum and Potluck Lunch of 2024 on Sunday, April 14, kicking off at noon in the Activity Center. It's a chance to catch up on the…
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Returning to home villages during school breaks can be risky for young students in northern Tanzania due to traditional Maasai customs. ERIPOTO (meaning safety=security), a Tanzanian nonprofit founded by Esuvat Lukumay, supports girls…
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During Lent 2022, a call went out to the families of First Lutheran - an invitation to share your pandemic tales through art. 180+ pieces were lovingly created and together formed a poignant…
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Easter at First Lutheran was a celebration to remember! Our sanctuary rang with joy as the brass ensemble and choirs filled the air with alleluias and hymns of praise. We shared communion, smiles,…
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As Mary experienced at the empty tomb, God is near, speaking our names, especially when “hopes are shattered, dreams dashed, grief consumes us or we are let down, when relationships fail or the…
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