Last Thursday’s Justice in Action Nehemiah Action Assembly was a powerful testament to the influence of collective action. Over 1,200 members, clergy and guests from 25 JIA congregations came together, along with…
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Dear First Lutheran, Thank you for your donation to Border Servant Corps! Because of generous donors like you we’ve been able to welcome 100,000 asylum-seekers since the Fall of 2021 at BSC’s Hospitality…
God never meant for us to face life’s challenges alone. In times of hardship, having a compassionate listener who provides Christian care can turn the seemingly impossible into a reality. This is the…
Some of our middle school kids joined the Synod gathering last weekend. They had a blast with small groups, games and helping out at little pantries in Lincoln. The kids brought food to…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Martin and the Luthers, the UNL Lutheran Center Band, provided our worship music yesterday! Big thanks to them for sharing their time and talents, making our worship experience truly uplifting!
