We all know that gifts of quilts are special … both for the giver and for the recipient. That’s why First Lutheran Church quilters have had a busy year making quilts for Lutheran…
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Thank you to everyone who gave to the Ukrainian Assistance Fund in honor of our recent 150+2 anniversary celebration! We collected $5,474 (far exceeding our $1500 goal!) which will be matched by a…
Having survived COVID 19, the world now faces a greater threat…that of war! Specifically, our Ukrainian brothers and sisters are in the midst of unspeakable atrocities. At this time in our history, we…
Across the globe, fruit trees will leaf out next spring, beehives will fill with wax and honey and farmers will access tools and seeds. Delicious stews will bubble atop environmentally-safe cookstoves, children will…
First Lutheran’s Gifts of Hope Market, offered annually during the first weekend in December, is a creative outreach that encourages holiday shoppers to choose “gifts that give twice.” This year’s market on December…
First Lutheran is gearing up to partner with Lutheran Family Services (LFS) to sponsor a refugee family from Afghanistan. Last week, LFS learned that their offices in Lincoln and Omaha will be receiving 470…
Lutheran Family Services (LFS) needs our help to welcome refugees from Afghanistan who are seeking safety and security. LFS is committed to helping them find safety, hope and well-being, including a place to…
Our monthly Sunday in-person Fair Trade sales resumes this Sunday, from 9:15-10:45 am, in the Commons. Stop by and choose some delicious teas – perfect for iced tea during these hot summer months!…
Did you know that $30 to ELCA Good Gifts can provide a piglet to a family in need? When this little piggy grows up she will give birth to as many as 16…
Wow! Grateful! Overwhelming! Awestruck! Heartwarming! Appreciative! Life Changing! These are just a few of the many words to describe this past weekend’s Gifts of Hope Market. The generosity of this year’s market shoppers…
