UPCOMING & RECENT EVENTS

Join us at First Lutheran Church for a beautiful evening of music as the Sanctuary Choir and Chamber Orchestra present A Weary World Rejoices, a Christmas cantata by Joseph M. Martin. Through beloved Christmas carols, inspiring new music, and Scripture, this cantata tells the story of Christ's birth and reminds us that even in a weary world, the Christmas message brings hope, peace, and joy. The choir will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra featuring strings, woodwinds, br

This Sunday, November 1, we celebrate All Saints' Day, a special day in the life of the Church when we remember and give thanks for the faithful Christians who have gone before us. As part of our worship this coming Sunday, we invite everyone to light a candle in memory of a loved one who has passed away. Each candle serves as a visible reminder of the lives that have touched ours and the light of Christ that continues to shine, even in the midst of grief. In the Lutheran tra

What a wonderful Reformation Sunday at First Lutheran Church! We were blessed to have Keith Tribley lead us in worship, and it was especially heartwarming to see so many children gathered for the Children’s Message! Following worship, we held our Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting, where several exciting things took place! New members of the Congregational Council were approved and the congregation voted overwhelmingly to move forward with the Kitchen and Bathroom Renovatio

The Call Committee has recommended that we issue a call to the Rev. Dr. Wesley Khristopher Teixeira. There will be informational meetings with the Call Committee after worship, October 18, and on Sunday, October 25 following the Semi-Annual Meeting. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts. There will be a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 1 after worship to vote on inviting Pastor Wesley to be the Pastor for First Lutheran Church.

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October 2026 Newsletter: A Busy Month at First Lutheran October is filled with opportunities for worship, fellowship, service, and ministry at First Lutheran Church. Our October newsletter is now available, with updates on church life, upcoming events, ongoing ministries, and several important dates to remember. This month’s opening devotion reminds us that God has meaningful work for us at every stage of life. Whether young, old, or somewhere in between, we are called to use

First Lutheran Church celebrated a wonderful Rally Sunday with a potluck brunch following worship. It was a great opportunity to gather as a church family, enjoy a delicious meal, and spend time together in fellowship. A special thank you goes to Mike Carlson, who prepared an outstanding smoked brisket and smoked pork belly for the occasion. Along with the many dishes brought by members of the congregation, there was certainly no shortage of food. From main dishes to sides an

The September 2026 Newsletter from First Lutheran Church is now available! Inside this month’s issue, you’ll find a devotion based on John 12, information about Rally Sunday and the return of Sunday School, updates on the School Kit and Food Pantry collections, upcoming fellowship opportunities, Foundation grant information, September meetings, and several important dates for October. The newsletter also includes prayer updates, birthdays, volunteer opportunities, transportat