More information is available at faithlc.org/fall

Keep Connected with Realm

November 11-19

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 11-19 to visit with a member of Faith who can help you get the most out of Realm.

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

Children's Musical Auditions

Auditions for the “Life School Musical” are Wednesday, November 29 at 6:15 pm in the sanctuary. Click here to sign up. The annual children’s musical will be shared at all three weekend worship services on February 10-11.

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).

Discover Faith Event

December 3 at 11:30

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, December 3 at 11:30 am in St. Michael’s Hall. Click here to register. New members will be received the weekend of December 9-10. Contact Pastor Carlson at eric@faithlc.org with any questions.

In Light & Darkness

Advent 2023

This Advent season, we are reminded that God is God of light and darkness. Join us Wednesday nights on December 6, 13, and 20 for a meal at 5:30 and worship at 6:15 in St. Michael’s Hall. A free-will offering for the meal will be accepted. More information about worship services and events in Advent and Christmas are at faithlc.org/advent.

Family Promise

December 10-17



Save the Date! We will be hosting families from Family Promise at the Gathering House the week of December 10. We will need volunteers to help set up and clean up, drive the van, provide meals, host meals and stay overnight. Sign-up sheets will be available soon. Please prayerfully consider volunteering your time during the Advent season as we host these families at Faith. 

Luther Park Holiday Wish List

You may donate gift items to residents of Trinity Center at Luther Park in the box in the church entryway. Print copies of the wish list are located there as well. Click here to download the wish list. Please bring the new, unwrapped gifts to the church by Sunday, December 3.

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! 

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.

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.

Cancellation Policy

During adverse weather conditions, cancellation of Faith Lutheran Sunday worship and activities will be determined no later than 6:00 am on Sunday. Cancellation of congregational activities all other days will be determined no later than 12:00 noon. Information regarding cancellations will be posted with WHO 1040 AM radio, KCCI TV channel 8, Faith’s Facebook page, the church website, and a direct email to the congregation.

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.