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Let’s Go Caroling

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Pastor

When:  This Sunday, December 17 What time:  11:15 a.m. Where:  Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 451 W. Orange We will gather at approximately 11:10 a.m. in the front lobby and then proceed to the dining area and sing for approximately … Continue reading →

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Gulf Coast Mission Trip

Posted on November 28, 2017 by Pastor

Gloria Dei Lutheran and Zion Lutheran in Iowa City are co-sponsoring a mission trip to the Gulf Coast to assist with those affected by recent disasters January 6-13.  Please see link below to a flier for more information. Gulf Coast … Continue reading →

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Angel Tree Sign-Up

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Pastor

To see information about Angel Tree 2017 please select below to be taken to a flier about this ministry. Angel Tree 2017

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Senior Saint Sunday

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Pastor

Yesterday, during worship, we gave thanks for all the saints of the church. We welcomed our newest saint, Everett, as he was baptized and we gave thanks for these Senior Saints, who are 80 and over.

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Blessing of Quilts This Sunday

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Pastor

Join us this Sunday as we bless the quilts and pray for those who will receive them.  As October is Domestic Violence Awareness month these quilts will be sent to the Domestic Violence Shelter in Iowa City.  Here is a … Continue reading →

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Community Gathering of Unity and Reflection

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Pastor

The faith communities of West Branch and Springdale are hosting a short, approximately 20 minutes in length, gathering on October 29 at 6:00 p.m. at Village Green to join together as a community in the midst of recent tragedies, natural … Continue reading →

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Bishop Eaton Video

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Pastor

ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s message on being church in the midst of natural disasters, horrific tragedies, and the chaos that so often seems to dominate our world.

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Outdoor Worship and Pet Blessing

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Pastor

This Sunday, September 24, is our annual outdoor worship with a pet blessing.  Here are some notes on the service. Please bring a lawn chair if possible; however, we will have some folding chairs set up outside In case of … Continue reading →

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God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Pastor

This Sunday, September 10, you are invited to wear your yellow “God’s Work. Our Hands.” shirts if you have them.  The following projects are planned this year. Set up Great Hall for Ugandan Thunder concert Monday night. This will follow … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Harvey Relief

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Pastor

Yesterday, we stood hand-in-hand as prayers were lifted up in worship for all in Texas and other Gulf Coast areas experiencing torrential rains, flooding, and other damage from Hurricane Harvey. This Sunday, September 3, we will take a special offering … Continue reading →

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