Share the Joy of Christmas Through First Lutheran's Angel Tree

This Christmas season, First Lutheran Church in Pontiac is partnering with The Salvation Army's Angel Tree program to help bring joy, hope, and Christmas blessings to local children and families in need. Everyone in our community is invited to participate, whether or not they are members of First Lutheran Church!

Each year, The Salvation Army assists more than 100 families through the generosity of community members who donate Christmas gifts for children and essential household items. First Lutheran is pleased to participate in this meaningful outreach opportunity, and we encourage our entire community to join us in making the season a little brighter for our neighbors.

How Can You Help?

Participating is simple! Visit the Angel Tree located in the Narthex at First Lutheran Church and select one of the white paper angels hanging on the tree. Each angel lists an item needed by a local child or family.

After selecting your angel, please sign the clipboard located near the tree so we can keep track of the items being purchased.

Next, purchase the requested item and return it to First Lutheran Church unwrapped, along with the original paper angel. The collected donations will then be delivered to the Methodist Church for distribution to families in need.

An Invitation to Our Entire Community

You do not need to be a member of First Lutheran Church—or any church—to participate! 

We warmly invite friends, neighbors, families, local businesses, and anyone who wishes to make a difference to join us in this effort. Stop by First Lutheran during business hours to select your beneficiary!

Whether you regularly worship with us, have visited our church in the past, or have never stepped through our doors, you are welcome to take part. The Angel Tree is an opportunity for our entire community to come together in a spirit of kindness, compassion, and generosity.

Christmas is a season of giving, and even a small act of generosity can make a meaningful difference in someone's life. Through programs like Angel Tree, we have an opportunity to share God's love beyond the walls of our church and remind our neighbors that they are cared for and remembered.

As Jesus reminds us in Matthew 25:40

“Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” (NIV)

Thank you to everyone who helps make this outreach possible. Together, as a church and as a community, we can help make Christmas a little warmer, brighter, and more joyful for families in need.

All are welcome. All are encouraged to participate. Together, we can make a difference!