Faith Lutheran eNews

May 12, 2023

This Weekend in Worship

Jesus does not abandon his followers. Through the Holy Spirit, Jesus comes to abide with his disciples of every generation. As Pentecost draws near, we are reminded that the risen Christ dwells in us as the Spirit of truth. We receive this Spirit in baptism and pray that in our gathering around the Lord's table the Spirit will transform us to be the body of the risen Christ in the world.

Scripture Readings for Sunday

Acts 17:22-31; Psalm 66:8-20; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21

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 and will be available throughout the week.

Nursery

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

Prayers of the People

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

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.

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.

Visit faithlc.org/bethelight for more information about events happening all summer long!

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 (1005 43rd Street, Des Moines).

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.

Children & Family Day at the Park

May 21 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Children and families are invited to help kick off summer at the CFM Day at the Park on Sunday, May 21 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Meet at the Greenbelt Park shelter (Maddox Pkwy, Clive) for lawn games, kickball, and walking tacos for supper. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Click here if you plan to attend. All are welcome. Free-will donations will be received to help with food costs.

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/vbs to register your child and sign up to volunteer during VBS week!

Build It Up: Middle School VBS

June 12 - 14

Current 5th - 7th graders are invited to join Pastor Megan and other awesome adults on June 12-14 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm for afternoons of Bible study, service projects, art activities, and field trips! (Yes - there will be Legos.) We will conclude our time together with dinner and then youth are free to help with Mission: Possible VBS in the evening. Cost is $75 per person and includes all food, activities, and a t-shirt. Contact Pastor Megan (641-831-9499 or megan@faithlc.org) to sign up or volunteer.

Pop Tabs for Ronald McDonald House

You are welcome to bring your pop tabs to the collection box in the west side of the church commons. These will support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa.

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.