More information is available at faithlc.org/spring

Welcome to New Members



With great joy, we welcome these people who are joining the membership of Faith Lutheran Church this weekend:

Jamie & Arley Beane

Nick Crawford & Brooke Miller

Matt, Kelly, Krista, Calla & Luca Giltner

Liz & Randy Knutson

Sara, Benjamin & Christopher Peterson

Ray & Dawn Svec

Keeley Taylor

Wartburg College Wind Ensemble

April 21

The Warburg College Wind Ensemble will be part of worship services on Sunday, April 21. The ensemble will begin Prelude music ten minutes prior to the worship service.



The college’s top wind and percussion players perform under the direction of Dr. Lia Snead. The Wind Ensemble became the first Wartburg music group to perform in Japan and China. Its European tours have included performances at St. George’s Church in Eisenach, Germany, home of the Wartburg Castle and birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. The Wind Ensemble also has performed in Austria, the Czech Republic, England, and at New York City’s Carnegie Hall. 

A full concert will be performed on Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 pm at Capitol Hill Lutheran Church, 511 Des Moines St., Des Moines.

Hymn Sing

April 21

Lutheran Church of Hope + Elim is hosting an old fashioned hymn sing on Sunday, April 21 at 3:00 at 2500 University Ave, Des Moines. Participants will sing favorite hymns, listen to some favorite Bible passages, and enjoy organ improvisations. There is no charge. Coffee and cookies are served afterward.

Immerse Yourself in Mark's Gospel

April 24



Join Pastor Megan on Wednesday night at 6:15 in St. Michael's Hall to learn about the Gospel of Mark--the oldest gospel. Participants will explore what makes Mark's gospel unique.

Annual Meeting of the Congregation

April 28

The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be Sunday, April 28 at 9:30 am in the sanctuary. Annual reports are available in the Commons and on the church website.

The congregation will vote on approving the following Purpose Statement: “Called by Jesus, we worship God and are led by faith to love and serve all people.”

The rest of the Mission & Core Values document will be considered at the June 16 meeting of the congregation, when the Mission Spending Plan will be voted on. Watch for more sessions regarding the proposed Inclusion Statement in May.

Des Moines Flute Choir

April 28

The Greater Des Moines Flute Choir will be offering special music in worship on Sunday, April 28. This ensemble, in its third year of performing together, is an adult community choir promoting the collegial enjoyment of flute music and performing together. The Flute Choir holds rehearsals and an annual recital at Faith Lutheran.

Directed by Erika Leake McKnight, the choir uses piccolo, C, alto, and bass flutes. Members have varied backgrounds, but all have a passion for music, many playing at the collegiate level and beyond. The Flute Choir has performed at local flute festivals, senior living communities, churches, and community events. The choir performs a wide repertoire, including contemporary, classical, and popular favorites. Click here for more information.

Baccalaureate Sunday

May 5

Attention all high school seniors and families! You are cordially invited to a Baccalaureate worship service and luncheon at Faith on Sunday, May 5 at 10:30 am. Click here to RSVP even if you’re unable to attend.

Graduates - please complete the questions on the RSVP form pertaining to you and your future plans no later than April 22. Please click here to upload your senior photo. Again, please do this even if you’re unable to attend Baccalaureate.

Please contact Pastor Megan ASAP if you did receive an email with all the details for May 5 (megan@faithlc,org or 641-831-9499). 

CFM Day at the Park

May 19

Children and families will gather at Greenbelt Park in Clive on May 19 from 4:00—6:00 pm. There will be lawn games and kickball as well as sandwiches and other refreshments. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. A free-will donation will be accepted to offset costs. Click here to RSVP.

Vacation Bible School

June 9 - 12

Children from Faith Lutheran and St. John's Lutheran are teaming up for the week of VBS. Visit faithlc.org/vbs to learn more and sign up today!

Almost There!

Memory Garden & Columbarium

The Memory Garden and Columbarium Project is close to completion. Spring planting will soon begin in the newly renovated Memory Garden and the first phase of the Columbarium installation has begun. 

The total cost of the Columbarium and Memory Garden Project is $257,725. Twenty-seven niches have been reserved totaling $94,500. An additional $141,950 has been given towards the Memory Garden Renovation for a total of $236,450. That means we are $21,275 away from our goal! 

Please consider making a contribution to help reach the fundraising goal. You can give online at faithlc.org/columbarium or by check made out to Faith Lutheran Church with “Memory Garden” in the memo line. If you would like to reserve a niche, contact the church office at office@faithlc.org or 515-225-8334.

Maintenance Specialist

Faith Lutheran Church seeks a Maintenance Specialist which performs routine work involving the repair and general maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment (non-custodial).

This is an in-person, part-time, hourly position with compensation commensurate with skill and experience. Flexible hours are negotiable. The position will be open until filled. Interested persons are invited to fill out the Application for Employment. Go to www.faithlc.org/employment for more information and the application.

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.