Easter Breakfast

March 31

High school youth will serve breakfast on Sunday, March 31 from 7:30 - 10:30 in St. Michael's Hall. The menu includes egg casserole, fruit, muffins, cereal, milk, juice, and coffee. All donations will support their participation in the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans this summer.

Paperwhites for Easter

Anyone who planted a paperwhite at the beginning of Lent during the Wednesday midweek service is invited to have it included in the Easter celebration. Please return the paperwhite to the church office by Saturday, March 30 at 12:00 noon. Contact Pastor Megan with questions -- megan@faithlc.org or 641-831-9499.

Bishop Eaton's Easter Message

In her Easter message to the church, ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton focuses on the experience of the women at the tomb: feelings of fear, amazement, and being seized or possessed. Click here to view Bishop Eaton's Easter message.

Church Office Closed

April 1

The church office will be closed Monday, April 1 in observance of Easter. Al-Anon, AA, and Scouts groups will all meet as scheduled.

Endowment Grant Proposal

March 31

Grant applications for endowment funds can be used for scholarships to ELCA schools, extra support for Faith ministries, support for local service agencies, and to enhance the work of the synod. Click here to complete the form by March 31. 

Faith Night & Sunday School

Faith Night resumes April 3 with Faith Feast at 5:30 and groups for all ages at 6:15 -- Giggles & Grace, Kids Club, Children's Choir, Confirmation, and Adult Faith Formation.

Sunday School does not meet on Easter. Classes for all ages resume Sunday, April 7 at 9:30.

Immerse Yourself in Mark's Gospel

Join Pastor Megan on Wednesday nights in April 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.

Guest Preacher: Dan Kuckuck

April 6 & 7

Pastor Dan Kuckuck will be the guest preacher next weekend and will lead the Adult Faith Formation class on Sunday at 9:30 in St. Michael’s Hall. The topic of the presentation is “Adaptive Faithfulness.” Pastor Kuckuck will share how the synod and Churchwide organizations of the ELCA are working to adapt to the changing nature of the church.

Pastor Kuckuck has served as an assistant to Bishop Amy Current in the Southeastern Iowa Synod since 2021. He manages areas of mobility and call process; rostered minister leadership, wellness, and support; provides leadership and support for synod youth ministries; and clergy coaching. He is married to Minda, a communications professional in Des Moines. They have two children, Olivia and Zoe. The Kuckucks joined Faith Lutheran in October 2021.

Discover Faith Event

April 7

Discover Faith is a one-time event where attendees learn what it means to be part of Faith Lutheran Church. The next event is Sunday, April 7 at 11:30 in St. Michael’s Hall. Click here to register. Your registration helps in our meal planning.

New members will be received the weekend of April 20 & 21. Contact Pastor Carlson at eric@faithlc.org with any questions.

CFUM Supper Club

April 7

Help serve our neighbors by preparing casseroles for the Children & Family Urban Movement Supper Club on Sunday, April 7 from 11:45 - 1:00. Silver Cord hours for high school students are available. Click here to sign up.

Family Dance Party

April 13

All Dancing Queens and Kings are invited to the Family Dance Party Disco on April 13 from 6:00 - 8:00. There will be games, fun activities, and (of course) dancing. Come dressed in your best disco outfit and show off your moves. Cost is $10 per child in advance, or $15 per child at the door. All adults are free--and kids must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to register.

Mission & Core Values Discussion

April 13

All are invited to participate in a final conversation about the proposed Mission & Core Values statement on April 13 from 3:30-4:45 in Room 203.

More information about this statement is available at faithlc.org/council. The proposed draft will be considered for a vote of affirmation at the congregational annual meeting on April 28, 2024. 

Digging Deeper into the Gaza Crisis

April 14

The current Gaza crisis has gripped the headlines for months, but the seeds for it have been sown over decades. Join Pastor Jack Mithelman on Sunday, April 14 at 9:30 for a discussion which will help participants gain a fuller picture of the conflict to guide their thinking and advocacy concerning the ongoing war. Pastor Mithelman is a member of the Southeastern Iowa Synod Sumud Working Group (formerly the Peace Not Walls Working Group).

Women's Retreat

April 20

The 2024 Women’s Retreat will be Saturday, April 20 from 8:30—2:30 in St. Michael’s Hall. Guest speaker Kathy Taggart will guide participants through a day of Bible study, reflection, creativity, and relaxation. Suggested fee is $35. The event is free for people under the age of 21. All are welcome! Click here to register or sign up in the church commons the weekends of April 6-7 and April 13-14.

Civic Life & Faith

How as Lutherans should we understand our relationship to civic life — including government — as individuals and as a church body? The ELCA is developing a social statement on civic life and faith, the relationship of church and state, and related matters, as called for by the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly.

Social statements are important documents because they govern church teaching and policies, and support ministries. They also serve as discernment tools for ELCA members as they think about social issues such as civic life.

Between now and Sept. 30, 2024, you are invited to study and give feedback on the draft by filling out an online survey or attending a hearing in your synod, as available. To access the draft and the survey, go to www.elca.org/civicsandfaith.

Almost There!

Memory Garden & Columbarium Update

The Memory Garden and Columbarium Project is close to completion. Spring planting will soon begin in the newly renovated Memory Garden and the Columbarium is slated to arrive very soon.

Due to final costs from our vendors, the total cost of the Columbarium and Memory Garden Project has been adjusted to $257,725. Twenty-six niches have been reserved totaling $91,000. An additional $141,950 has been given towards the Memory Garden Renovation for a total of $232,950. That means we are $24,775 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.

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!

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.

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.