More information is available at faithlc.org/winter

Register for Faith Week at Lakeside

Faith Lutheran’s week at Lutheran Lakeside Camp is July 27—August 1.

Youth in grades 7-9 should register for TrailBlazers Camp. Children in grades 4-6 should register for Cultivators Camp. Scholarships are available for Faith kids attending Cultivators Camp. Select “Pay as You Go” when registering and wait a couple of months for the Children & Family Ministry scholarship to be applied before making a final payment.

For more information, please attend the camp info meeting on Wednesday, February 19 at 5:30 in Room 203-204. Questions? TrailBlazers contact Pastor Megan Clausen at megan@faithlc.org. Cultivators contact Caitlyn Reinders at cfm@faithlc.org.

Register by February 28 to receive a $50 early bird discount. Click here to sign up today!

Faith Feast Helpers Needed

Volunteers are urgently needed to help in the kitchen on Wednesdays in February. Shifts are from 4:45 - 6:45 and include a free meal and lots of laughs. Email Jerry Waage at jerry.waage@gmail.com or click here to sign up by yourself--or invite your family and friends to join you!

Sabbatical Granted to Pastor Carlson

The Faith Lutheran Council has granted a sabbatical to Pastor Eric Carlson effective May 19—August 17, 2025. A sabbatical leave is an extended period of time for study, spiritual growth, refreshment, and renewal. More information can be found at faithlc.org/sabbatical.

The Story of Lutherans in America

February 9 - March 9

As Faith Lutheran celebrates 40 years of mission and ministry, the Lutheran movement in America covers over 400 years. This story is characterized by the tension between honoring the European roots of the church and adapting to the new realities of American life. Join others Sunday morning as participants are transported through four centuries of the planting of the Lutheran church in this new land. Click here for session dates and topics. 

Making Sense of the Cross

February 12, 19, 26

Pastor Carlson leads the Wednesday Adult Faith Formation sessions beginning at 6:00 pm. Whatever we say about the cross, we are also saying about God. So, what does the cross mean? What can it tell us about God? How can it help us approach, understand, and know God better? In this course participants will think deeply about what Jesus' cross might mean to us. A participant book is helpful but not essential and is available on Amazon.

Loving Our Global Neighbors

February 13 & 20

Join Bishop Amy Current and leaders from across the synod for a short presentation and discussion. Register once and attend any one or all of these events. 



February 13: Loving our Neighbors through Accompanying Migrants with Protection, Advocacy, Representation and Opportunities.

February 20: Loving our Neighbors in partnership with the Pare and Mwanga Dioceses of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania as global companions. 

Register here to attend one or all of these sessions.

Ladies' Night Out

February 18

Join the women of Faith from 7:00 - 8:30 in St. Michael's Hall for a "Gal-entine's" evening celebrating our female friendships and planning future activities. All ages are welcome. Bring your favorite red or pink snack/dessert to share. RSVP to Pastor Megan by February 14 at megan@faithlc.org or 641-831-9499.

CFUM Supper Club

February 19 & 20

Help prepare, deliver, and serve dinner to our neighbors through Children & Family Urban Movement on February 19 & 20. Learn more and sign up at faithlc.org/gwoh.

Faith Link

February 19

Faith Link is a monthly gathering for people to discover links between faith and life and to foster community. Participants meet on the third Wednesdays beginning at 3:30 pm for coffee and snacks followed by a presentation from the Interim Executive Director of Clive Community Services. The session will conclude in time for Faith Feast beginning at 5:15 pm. 

Children's Musical

February 22 & 23

The children of Faith will present "O Chicken of Little Faith" on February 22 at 5:00 pm and February 23 at 8:15 & 10:30 am. The 8:15 performance will be livestreamed at faithlc.org. Mark your calendars for this annual event.

Ash Wednesday

March 5

Ash Wednesday worship services will be held on March 5 at 12:00 and 7:00 in the sanctuary. There will be no other Faith Night activities or Faith Feast on Ash Wednesday.

Endowment Grant Applications Open

Grant applications for endowment funds are now open! Grants 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. 

Lutheran Services in Iowa

Earlier this week, Pastor Carlson and Pastor Clausen shared a pastoral letter regarding Lutheran social agencies, including Lutheran Services in Iowa. Please click here to read this letter and learn how you can support our partners in ministry.  

Online Giving Updates

Thanks to those of you have scheduled recurring financial contributions to Faith Lutheran. Adding a new gift or changing an existing gift can be done easily through your Realm profile. Please note that updating a pledge does not automatically update your scheduled gift. Also, please verify that existing gifts did not have a 2024 end date. Click here to learn more, or contact Erik Ullestad at office@faithlc.org or 515-225-8334.

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.

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 KCCI TV channel 8, Faith’s Facebook page, Realm Connect news, the church website, and a congregational email.