On September 11, 2024, our First Lutheran community mourned the loss of one of its most humble, generous and talented members, Dan Howard (https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/lincoln-ne/dan-howard-11984762). Recognized by The Omaha World-Herald as Nebraska’s most highly…
Our fall festival was an absolute blast, filled with laughter and joy as we celebrated October, the stunning autumn colors, the bountiful harvest season, and all things pumpkins and spice! Families and friends…
by Sharon Hardel, Youth & Family Ministry Director I began my Sabbatical recovering from Covid that I got on the ELCA Youth Gathering Trip to New Orleans, I tested positive through Sunday July…
“God chose to come up-close to the world for all people, in all places, in ways that they could see, hear and touch.” Guest Preacher Matt Schur’s Stewardship Sunday sermon is an invitation…
Oh my goodness! So much fun was had at yesterday’s Fall Festival! Food, music, games and fall frolicking! Stay tuned for more highlights coming this week. In the meantime, here are just a…
Thank you, First Lutherans, for your unwavering support of the CROP Hunger Walk! Since 1988, the Lincoln Walks have raised over $1,097,750 to combat hunger and poverty, with a quarter of the proceeds going to…
Dear Church Leaders/Pastors, We have seen a recent increase in larceny from vehicles across the city. We believe that with the help of our community churches, we can spread awareness and reduce these…
“What our hearts really need is grace.” Pastor Erin Heidelberger’s weekend message is an invitation to set aside self-reliance, the illusion of control and scrambling to be good enough.