More information is available at faithlc.org/fall

Be the Light All Saints Celebration

November 4 & 5

Join the celebration this weekend as we give God thanks for the Light of Christ and all the ways we reflect Christ’s light in the world. 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 2024, and brunch on Sunday at 9:30 am. To learn more and to sign up to help with the brunch, visit faithlc.org/bethelight.

All Saints Weekend Worship

As we gather for worship, 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.

Bring a Photo and Light a Candle

As you enter the worship space this 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 also welcome to bring a photo of your loved one to place around the baptismal font in the Commons, celebrating the great cloud of witnesses in our midst.

Stewards of Our Resources

Be The Light in Our Giving 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. 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 2024. Contact Erik at office@faithlc.org if you have questions.

Keep Connected with Realm

November 8-19

Faith Lutheran’s online photo directory and financial giving portal is called Realm. This powerful resource helps you keep connected with your faith community when you’re away from church. Fall is a great time of year to log into your Realm account and make sure your contact information and 2023 giving are accurate.

If you’d like help with Realm, bring your device (laptop, tablet, phone) to Faith Night or worship on November 8-19 to visit with a member of Faith who can help you get the most out of Realm.

DMARC Songs of Gratitude

November 5 at 6:30



Musicians from the diverse faith communities of the Des Moines Metro will share their favorite songs of gratitude at Faith Lutheran on Sunday evening. As we close the year out by giving thanks there are many neighbors who are struggling to feed their families. A free-will offering will benefit the DMARC Food Pantry Network. Bring cash or in-date, unopened, non-perishable food items.

Come to the Table Milestone

November 12 at 11:30



Children and families will learn about first communion. This is geared toward 3rd graders, but this milestone is open to any children and their families who are interested in first communion. Lunch is provided. Click here if you plan to attend. Contact Caitlyn Reinders at cfm@faithlc.org with any questions.

CFUM Meal

November 12 & 14

Faith Lutheran serves dinner to 150 people at the Children & Family Urban Movement Supper Club. Please consider donating money, preparing the meal on November 12, or delivering food to CFUM on November 14. Click here to sign up.

Fall Clean Up Day

November 18 | 8:00 - 12:00

You are invited to join in the fall cleanup efforts on the church grounds on Saturday, November 18. There will be indoor and outdoor projects. Silver cord hours for high schoolers are available. Click here to RSVP.

Thanksgiving Worship & Meal

Monday, November 20 | 5:00 - 7:00

Join us for a meal and worship on Monday, November 20. This will provide a great start to the holiday week as we give thanks together to our generous God with grateful hearts. The meal is served at 5:00 and includes homemade soups, artisan bread, salad, and dessert. A free-will offering will be received. Worship begins at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary. 

Director of Music Ministry



Faith Lutheran Church seeks a Director of Music Ministry to shape, guide, and coordinate a quality music program which is multi-faceted with a variety of musical styles for groups of all ages. A position description for this full-time job and application form can be found at www.faithlc.org/employment.

The position will be open until filled. Interested persons are invited to send a resume and cover letter to Pastor Eric Carlson. Email: eric@faithlc.org. Mail: Faith Lutheran Church, 10395 University Avenue, Clive, IA 50325

The Divine Drama

Adult Faith Formation

Wednesday night Adult Faith Formation meets from 6:15—7:00 pm in St. Michael’s Hall. The Divine Drama outlines the biblical storyline from creation to Jesus the Messiah. Pastor Carlson will lead participants through the complete Biblical Narrative in 16 sessions, focusing on the forgiving grace of God who came to us in Jesus Christ to rescue us from sin and restore us to a right relationship with God and each other. Visit faithlc.org/adultministries for more information.

Be the Light Book Club

November 30 at 7:00 pm

This group will discuss the book “Start with Hello” by Shannan Martin on November 30 at 7:00 in the Luther Room. Email or text Pastor Megan to sign up (megan@faithlc.org / 641-831-9499).

Project Holiday Cheer

The God's Work. Our Hands. Team will be collecting presents for our friends at Mosaic this holiday season. Tags will be available on the tree in the commons. Please return your wrapped and tagged presents by Wednesday, December 6th. 

Join the GWOH team for present delivery and caroling on Sunday, December 10th. Meet at the church at 2:30 pm. We will head out in groups with hot cocoa in hand! Please click here to sign up.

If you know anyone that could use some extra holiday cheer, please contact Gail Marske at 515-991-6179. We would love to add them to our caroling stops! 

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.

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.