Faith Lutheran eNews

April 28, 2023

This Weekend in Worship

The Fourth Sunday of Easter is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus is called the “gate” of the sheep in today’s gospel. The risen Christ opens the way to abundant life. He anoints our heads with oil and guides us beside the still waters of our baptism. Each Sunday he spreads a feast before us amid the world’s violence and war. We go forth to be signs of the resurrection and extend God’s tender care to all creation.

Scripture Readings for Sunday

Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; 1 Peter 2:19-25; John 10:1-10

Click here for the lectionary commentaries.

Worship Schedule

Saturday at 5:00 pm and Sunday at 8:15 & 10:30 am

The Sunday 10:30 am service will be streamed on the church website.

Nursery

The nursery is located in Room 201 and is open Sunday morning.

Prayers of the People

Becca Feeken, Ron Nielsen, Ella Petersen, Travis Viles, Barbara Waters

Condolences to the family of Linda Vanderloo & John Leiendecker on the death of their son Gregg Wing on April 21.

Condolences to the family Ruth Smith on the death of her son Jeff Smith on April 21.

Condolences to the family of Brent & Anna Ver Ploeg on the death of Brent’s father Bryan Ver Ploeg on April 24.

Condolences to the family of Kristy & Jason Rosenthal on the death of Kristy’s brother Jerry Slocum on April 26. The funeral will be at Faith on May 3 at 10:00.

Worship Helpers

Are you interested in helping with communion, greeting, or other tasks, please click here to sign up to help with upcoming worship services. Contact the church office if you have any questions: office@faithlc.org / 515-225-8334.

Baccalaureate Service

This Sunday, April 30 we will celebrate Faith’s high school seniors who are preparing for graduation. The Baccalaureate service will occur at 10:30 am. Learn more about these students at faithlc.org/seniors. Congratulations to all who are celebrating this milestone!

Hayden Bissinger, Henry Bissinger, Kieran Brown, Amara Dorr, Jack Funk, Dylan Hoyt, Brinn Johnson, Addy Kastli, Mallory Kell, Ryan Kuennen, Kaden Leiendecker, Maren Miller, Kate Perman, Brooklynn Princehouse, Sami Walljasper, Garrett Weber

Annual Meeting of the Congregation

April 30 | 9:30 am

The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be Sunday, April 30 at 9:30 am in the sanctuary.

Annual reports, the Faith Life Update, and proposed amendments to the Constitution, Bylaws, and Continuing Resolutions are in the Welcome Center and on the website at faithlc.org/meetings.

Sunday School

The last day of Sunday School for the season will be April 30 at 9:30. Faith Night activities on Wednesdays have concluded. Watch for special activities popping up throughout the summer!

Be The Light

A Summer Celebration

On Sunday, May 21 we will share in a celebration and kick-off our summer theme: Be The Light. Festival worship is at 8:15 and 10:30 featuring all music ensembles. Brunch will be served at 9:30. Free-will donations will be received. Click here to sign-up to help with the brunch. Mark your calendar and watch for more information in the weeks to come.

7th Stage Gathering

May 18 | 5:30 - 7:30

The next meeting of the 7th Stage group will be Thursday, May 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 at the home of Tom & Judy Quick (324 43rd Street, Des Moines). Mark your calendar and watch for more information coming soon!

Synod Revival: Imagine

May 20

The Synod Revival is presented by the Southeastern Iowa Synod on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00—3:00 at Grand View University. This will be a one-day event designed to nourish and connect people to each other and to reimagine our relationships in and with the church. The Synod Revival is free of charge and is intended to be a joyful gathering for all ages full of inspiration, worship, and prayer. More information is at synodrevival.org.

Project Gathering House & Family Promise

Thank You!

Many thanks to those who made generous donations of new bedding, kitchen items, and cleaning tools in support of the Family Promise ministry. These items have freshened up the Gathering House for families that we host quarterly.

Additionally, thanks to everyone who supported and hosted Family Promise during Holy Week (April 2-9). Folks from Faith donated food supplies, provided meals all week, hosted meals, stayed overnight, and handled set-up and clean-up tasks. Your gifts of time and hospitality are a blessing to the families we host and are greatly appreciated.

If you would like to learn more about Family Promise or have questions about volunteer opportunities, please contact Seana Jefferson (864-884-5929) or Lisa Fischer (515-371-7415). Thank you!

Vacation Bible School

June 11 - 14

Mission Possible is the theme for VBS 2023.

Join us on June 11-14 as we learn about seemingly impossible stories from the Bible and how God helps us do amazing things to love and serve our neighbors. Children will learn about these stories through crafts, games, songs, and simulations.

PreK—6th graders will meet from 5:30—8:00 pm. A PreK only option is offered from 9:30—11:30 am.

Visit faithlc.org/cfm to register your child and sign up to volunteer during VBS week!

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.

Please provide information for the eNews or bulletin announcements to office@faithlc.org by Tuesday at 12:00 noon.