Church Events

First Lutheran Church has a variety of yearly events for us to gather for fun, do community work, and celebrate our faith as the children of God! Roll over each photo to learn more about each event!

Baccalaureate Sunday

All graduating Seniors from H.S. and College are invited to attend the 10:30 AM worship service where they will be recognized with a brief bio. Please wear your gowns, but not your caps.

Pancake & Sausage Meal

Congregation Adults and Youth volunteers work together on this well-loved event that’s been held every year since 1951. The meal features potato pancakes, regular pancakes, sausages, applesauce, cheese and milk. The potato pancakes served are made from a handed-down recipe which came from Germany.

Public Review & Confirmation

Public Review & Confirmation – This past year, thirteen youth were questioned and confirmed in their faith. We welcome them into our First Lutheran Family!

Polka Service

Our annual Polka Service is led by Chuck Thiel and the Jolly Ramblers. Songs include both familiar hymns and polka tunes with worship-style lyrics.

Hayride & Bonfire

Each fall, the Board of Evangelism coordinates a hayride, bonfire, and meal at the Robert & Gina Schuft farm. Watch for date. Please rsvp by calling the church office at 864-5522 and indicating how many individuals will be coming with you or your group. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Giving Tuesday

Held annually on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, FLC members gather to work on a variety of projects and service activities. Volunteers prepared Christmas cards for our member shut-ins, members of 70 years old, and area veterans. Funds are also raised for specially designated projects. Other activities included Christmas decorating, quilting, deep cleaning of the choir loft and Sanctuary pews, Bible Study, set-up outdoor Nativity Scene, undies and sock collection for Orphan Grain Train, reading with FLS students, and ringing the bells for the Salvation Army Red Kettle. In 2023, Giving Tuesday falls on November 28th. Stay tuned for participation details!

Financial Peace University

Planning for the future is hard when you are still paying for the past! There is a better way. Learn how to beat debt and make a plan for your future. Watch for details on the next FPU (Financial Peace University) sessions.

Thanksgiving Blessing Bags

Each November, donations of items to prepare a Thanksgiving Dinner are collected for the McLeod Emergency Food Shelf. These donations are gathered into “Blessing Bags” that feature a complete meal for a family.

Quilt, Craft & Bake Sale

Many talented quilters and crafters donate hundred’s of items to needy or for sale at various fundraisers.

Meals

Drive-thru Meals

We’ve held a variety of drive-thru fundraisers and are now once again also eating in. Watch the Event Calendar for our next event!

Advent Choral Concert

This beautiful advent service features musical groups from First Lutheran Church and School. The groups present many musical selections along with congregational singing.

Education Sunday

Held at the beginning of each School year, join us at the 10:30 Worship Service as we install our Christian Educators, including First Lutheran School, Sunday School, and Catechism Class teachers. We also hold our Sunday School Carnival this same day.

Movie Night

We love to periodically hold fun “Movie Nights” at FL! Watch the Event Calendar for our next event!

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"For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”

Matthew 18:20

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