Upcoming Synod wide Women’s Retreat

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Pastor

See below announcement from the Synod weekly E-Newsletter.

Annual Women’s Retreat

You are invited to join with women of the Southeastern Iowa Synod for an interactive retreat where the wisdom of our presenter, Barbara M. Szweda, will blend with the wisdom of all the women gathered. Sponsored by First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Centerville, IA, “Companion on the Journey” is a women’s retreat focused around learning how to be a companion to our neighbor down the street and to our global neighbor as we travel together through our life journey.

October 25, 6:00 pm – October 27, Noon

Grey Goose Inn, Lake Rathbun

Registration Fee: $150 (double room) or $175 (single room)

Registration deadline is September 15. For more information on how to register, contact First Evangelical Lutheran church at 641-856-3937 or email [email protected]

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Updated Affirmation of Baptism Schedules

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Pastor

Here are the updated and most current Affirmation of Baptism schedules for the current academic year.

Sept-Dec 2013 Schedule

Jan-May 2014 Schedule

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Parking Lot Expansion Project

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Pastor

In addition to the letter that was emailed or sent earlier this week please find enclosed additional information regarding the possible expansion of the church parking lot.

Proposed Parking Lot Process

Parking Lot Diagram

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First Communion is Coming

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Pastor

We will be offering a class for those interested in first communion.  A tentative date has been set for Monday evening October 21. (Time tobe determined) with first communion taking place on Reformation Sunday October 27.

It is our belief that a child does not need to be a certain age to take communion; however, some education is required so that the child will have a basic understanding of this sacrament. The decision of whether or not a child is ready is made between the parents/guardian and Pastor.  Traditionally, we have done first communion to kids in the 3rd grade.

If interested please let Pastor Chad know as soon as possible so supplies can be ordered.

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Upcoming EPIC Events

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Pastor

Please find below the schedule of upcoming EPIC events.  Reminder that if you are wanting to go to Adventureland to please let Amanda know as soon as possible.

Upcoming EPIC Events

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2013-2014 Sunday Adult Forum Schedule

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Pastor

Here is the schedule for the Sunday Adult Forum hour that follows 9:00 a.m. worship and starts at 10:20 a.m. in the Small Hall.  This class will be led by Neil Korsmo and Pastor Chad.  We hope to see you all there and have some good themes this year.

Sunday Adult Forum Schedule for 2013-2014

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Stewardship Bulletin Board

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Pastor

The Stewardship Committee invites you to check out the Stewardship Bulletin Board by the Great Hall kitchen.  There’s changing information about a featured mission of our church, ministry opportunities for you to consider, immediate needs for service in some ministry, and other Stewardship information.  Please regularly check this bulletin board, and prayerfully consider how you are being called to minister to others.  Remember that these ministries, and your participation in them, provide you the opportunity to grow in your relationship with Christ and be His disciple.  God’s Work, Our Hands!

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EPIC Swim Party

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Pastor

The youth of EPIC (Energetic Peeps in Christ) invite any and all to a swim party at the West Liberty Pool this Sunday, August 18, from 8-10:00 p.m.  Hopefully, you can come out and join us!

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Outdoor Worship Service and Blessing of Pets

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Pastor

The stewardship and worship committees invite you to a day in which we give thanks to God for the beautiful and bountiful creation God has surrounded us with. As such, our worship service that morning will be outside. The service will take place on the patio and grass area outside of the Great Hall. All are invited to bring their lawn chairs. Going along with the theme of the day you are invited to bring your pet(s), we will do an order of blessing upon them during the service. Please note that in the event of rain the service will be moved inside to the Great Hall, and please leave your pets at home.  This will take place on Sunday, September 29th at 9:00 a.m.

 

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Affirmation of Baptism (Confirmation) Starts September 4

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Pastor

All students and parents will gather on Wednesday September 4 at 6:30 p.m. to kick off a new year of Affirmation of Baptism.  A dinner will be provided.  Please see the upcoming schedules for this academic year.

Sept-Dec 2013 Schedule

Jan-May 2014 Schedule

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