More information is available at faithlc.org/fall

Created to Be Free All Saints Celebration

November 2 & 3

Join the celebration on November 2 & 3 as we give God thanks for the freedom we have in Jesus. The weekend includes All Saints festival worship on Saturday and Sunday, celebrating All the Saints, presentation of intent for financial gifts to Faith Lutheran in 2025, and brunch on Sunday at 9:15 am. To learn more and to sign up to help with the brunch, visit faithlc.org/created-to-be-free.

All Saints Weekend Worship

As we gather for worship on All Saints weekend, we celebrate the communion of the saints: a diverse array of witnesses who remind us of God's continuing faithfulness--past, present, and future. We will remember and give thanks for all the saints of Faith Lutheran Church who have died this past year.

Photos, Candles, and Ribbons

As you enter the worship space that weekend, you are welcome to approach the altar area and light a candle in memory of a beloved saint in your life that has died. We light candles in their memory as a symbol of their baptismal candles and a reminder that they are alive in Christ. You are welcome to bring a photo of your loved one to place around the baptismal font in the Commons. Over the next two weekends, you are invited to add the names of your loved ones to a white ribbon (found on a table in the Commons). Ribbons will be hung in the sanctuary celebrating the great cloud of witnesses in our midst.

Stewards of Our Resources

Free to Give serves as our stewardship emphasis this fall. You are invited to enter into a time of spiritual discernment and consider your generosity to financially support God's mission through the ministries of Faith. Intent Cards have been mailed to the homes of members and are also available in the Welcome Center. On November 2 & 3, the Faith community is invited to place Intent Cards on the altar during the Offering in worship.

Pledge Online

If you'd like to make your pledge online instead, click here to enter your pledge amount. Once you've completed your pledge, you'll be able to set up recurring giving online. Note: entering your pledge does not automatically change your online giving amount for 2025. Contact Erik at office@faithlc.org if you have questions.

Reformation Music Presentation

October 27

Faith Lutheran's Organist, Stephen O'Baker, and Director Music Ministry, Zach Rohlwing, will present a program of Reformation hymns and other musical selections in the Sanctuary on October 27 from 9:30-10:15 am. Livestream will be available at faithlc.org.

Ladies' Night Out

October 27

The women of Faith Lutheran are invited to a Halloween themed top-up event on Sunday, October 27 at 6:30 pm at Exile Brewing Company (1514 Walnut St., Des Moines). Space is limited to 16 guests. Click here to sign up by October 25!

Guys' Night Out

October 28

The gentlemen of Faith will gather for food and fellowship on Monday, October 28 at 7:00 pm at Hessen Haus in downtown Des Moines. Email Tim Tessier and Peter Bissinger at flcgno@gmail.com to RSVP.

Faith Night Candy Crawl

October 30

October 30 is Beggar’s Night in the area. Faith Night will be an intergenerational event for all ages. Faith Feast is at 5:15, followed by a Candy Crawl at 6:00 and crafts & games at 6:20. Costumes are welcome and encouraged. Bring friends. There will be prizes. Click here to sign up to decorate a doorway or to provide individually wrapped candy at faithlc.org/fall. Please note that this event will take the place of regularly scheduled activities during the 6:00 hour.

Songs of Gratitude Concert

November 3

Songs of Gratitude is a benefit concert sponsored by the Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) Food Pantry Network on Sunday, November 3rd, 6:30pm at West Des Moines Christian Church. Some of the diverse faith communities in the area will be sharing music on the theme of thanksgiving. Participants are invited to bring a donation of cash or a non-perishable item. Most needed items are peanut butter, fruit canned in its own juice, and whole grain cereal.

Meals from the Heartland Event

November 4-9

Meals from the Heartland will host its annual Annual Hunger Fight event on November 4-9 with a goal of packaging 2 million meals. Gather your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors and click here to sign up for a shift. 

Come to the Table

November 10

The 3rd Grade Milestone will occur Sunday, November 10 from 11:30—3:00 to prepare children for Holy Communion. Even if your child is already in the practice of receiving this sacrament, this event will help your entire family delve deeper into the holy meal. This event is open to all children who are ready to begin receiving Holy Communion but will be taught at a 3rd grade level. Lunch is provided. Click here to RSVP by November 6.

Ladies' Day Out

November 16

Women of all ages are invited to a morning of arm-knitting throw blankets on November 16 from 9:00-12:00 in St. Michael’s Hall. Cost is $75, which includes yarn and instruction. Register between October 22—November 10 at faithlc.org/blankets.

Hurricanes Helene & Milton

Lutheran Disaster Response

The past two hurricanes in the southeastern United States have caused widespread damage. Millions are without power or access to clean water. The death toll continues to rise. Lutheran Disaster Response is working with local partners in this region to bring aid and relief to those affected. To learn more and to support the relief efforts, visit elca.org/ldr.

Faithful Connections

Sundays

Faithful Connections is a time for caregivers--parents, guardians, grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents, etc.--to come together for intentional conversation about forming the faith of young ones today. Please join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 in the Luther Room for discussion questions, guest speakers, prayer, resource sharing, and general support. It has been said that there are no such thing as "other people's children" and as followers of Jesus we are not meant to do life alone. This is an opportunity to take 45 minutes a week and connect with other adults. Click here for discussion sheets from past presentations.

How to Have Crucial Conversations

Sundays

Adult Faith Formation on Sunday mornings continues a series of sessions regarding crucial conversations around tough topics. As a church we confess that God is deeply involved in our lives and world, but figuring out how and what that means in relation to the specific issues and questions we face is often difficult. People in a faith community seem reluctant to talk together about such questions, especially if this will open up real differences among them. These sessions will serve as a guide that points out some important things to remember in leading faith-based conversations about social issues.

The Freedom of a Christian

Wednesdays

Wednesday Night Adult Faith Formation meets from 6:00—7:00 pm in St. Michael's Hall. Pastor Carlson will facilitate a study of The Freedom of a Christian, a treatise written by Martin Luther. This is an invitation to hear, share, and experience the Lutheran witness of the Christian faith as it relates to God’s narrative of freedom in Christ.

Pastoral Visit and At-Home Communion

If you or someone you know wishes to have a visit by one of the pastors and/or receive Holy Communion, call the church office at 515-225-8334 or email Pastor Eric Carlson at eric@faithlc.org.

Ways to Give

You can make financial contributions to the church in the following ways:

• Place a check or cash in the offering container in worship
• Mail a personal check to Faith at 10395 University Ave., Clive, IA 50325
• Visit the Online Giving page to make a gift online

Thanks for your ongoing support of Faith Lutheran Church's ministries.

Altar Flowers

You can honor a loved one or commemorate a special occasion by sponsoring altar flowers. Click here to sign up for a specific date. Cost is $50 per bouquet. Payments can be made online.