Advent at First Lutheran

November 27 - December 23

All is Calm, All is Bright


Advent is a time of waiting and preparation. During Advent, we take time to breathe, to slow down so that we can be attentive to the movement of God into our lives, and into our world.


Join us in these coming weeks as we prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of Christ.

27th Annual
LUNCH

in the LOFT

Join us for midweek concerts of organ music and other accompaniment for the Holiday Season! This series of  short performances of seasonal music can be a fun way to relax a bit and get in the festive spirit of the season.

  • Nov. 29 - Robin Wagner
  • Dec. 6 - Jacob Sprengler
  • Dec. 13 - Brett & Marita Wolgast

Concerts begin at 12:05 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Seating is available in the balcony or floor level. We invite you to bring a bag lunch or favorite carry-out.  Cookies and beverage provided.

  • Songs of Advent
    Wednes, Nov. 29 — Dec. 13; 

    11 a.m. Rm 307

    Gift yourself this Advent with reflection and conversation on the Songs of Advent. Join Mary, Zechariah, the Angels, and Simeon in their joyful songs found in the Gospel of Luke. Our time together will end at noon, so we can enjoy the musical blessings of Lunch in the Loft.

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  • Handel's Messiah
    Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023

    7:30 p.m.


    Come and hear a choral masterpiece as we prepare our hearts for Advent and Christmas. Over 100 singers from the C.R. Concert Chorale and First Lutheran Church Adult Choir will present the Christmas portion of G.F. Handel's "Messiah", with organ and orchestra backing.


    Tickets: $15 in advance at CRChorale.org

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  • Blue Christmas Worship
    Sunday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m.

    Our losses and memories of painful past experiences can be overwhelming in a season that is supposed to be joyful. Through scripture, prayer, song, and ritual we will seek to reflect on God’s presence in our midst, to release our burdens and to receive God’s good gifts.

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  • All-Church Outreach
    Potluck
    Sunday,Dec. 10,

    5-7 p.m. 


    Come enjoy a good, old fashion Church Potluck,
    and help us celebrate
    the work of our outreach
    ministries! Lou and Julie Banker will be talking about their time with our partner congregation in Tanzania. Bring a covered dish and help us think of new ways to reach out to others in 2024. Enjoy some food,fellowship, and make a difference in people's
    lives!

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  • December Monthly Luncheon

    Thurs. Dec. 14
    12 noon


    Great food and friendships await at our monthly luncheon.
    This month, in addition to getting Mrs. Ruth's great cooking, we will also be entertained with festive music from the "21st Century Singers" Barbershop Ensemble.




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  • Children's Christmas Celebration

    Sunday, Dec. 17,

    in 11 a.m. worship


    Our First Lutheran kids! Sunday Morning Learning classes make a special Christmas Presentation
    in worship.




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Christmas Eve Worship

Sunday, December 24

10 a.m. Traditional Worship

Children & Family Oriented Worship Services
3 p.m. (Cherub Choir and Chapel Choirs)

Contemporary Service

5 p.m. (Celebration Band-led)

Traditional services

  7 p.m. (Adult Handbells) and 9 p.m. (Adult Choir)


Extended preludes from organ, piano & ensembles will begin
30 minutes prior to the 3, 7, & 9 p.m. worship services.


Note there will be NO Regular Weekly Worship Services
on Saturdays, Dec. 23 & 30; or on Wednesdays Dec. 27 & Jan. 3