Invest in our Youth by supporting faith-forming experiences through the Youth Stock Sale. You will be invited as our honored guests for the stockholders dinner to hear about the experience from our youth after their trip! Look for the Youth Stock display in the coffee area, or visit firstlutherancr.org/youthstock
Ladies Night Out invites all women in the congregation to our monthly gathering on Monday, March 30 at 5:30 PM at the Tuscany Grill, 475 Northland Avenue NE in Cedar Rapids. RSVP at the engagement center or to Kris Umbach at (630) 400-9637.
Live a simpler life on the path to spiritual maturity. Our next Spiritual Formation book discussion will look at The Selfless Way of Christ by Henri Nouwen. Group meets Wednesdays starting April 8. Contact Michael Beckmann for details.
Meal Packing 2026 – Share the love of God by feeding those in need through our 3rd Annual Meal Packing Event on Wednesday, April 29. Anyone can be a Captain and form a team – your pickle ball league, scout troop, or garage band - Let’s band together and make 60,000 meals for the hungry! Details on the many ways to take part in the mission can be found at firstlutherancr.org/meals
Christian Women from across the community are invited for an evening of presence, centering and renewal together at the Beautifully & Wonderfully Made Women’s gathering on Friday, April 10. Get the details in the latest newsletter or firstlutherancr.org/women.
Dads and Kids can also enjoy that evening with a fancy dinner and karaoke party, also on Friday, April 10. Grandpas, Uncles, and friends welcome too. Details at firstlutherancr.org/dad.
Hymnfest & Potluck — Come together for the 2026 Sing Out Hymnfest around the theme “Gaze in Amazement” on Sunday, April 19 at 3 p.m. We will be led in song by Dr. Jeffrey Blersch from Concordia University; then feast together! No admission – just bring a main dish, side or dessert to share!
Guys, grab your Pickleball paddle or borrow one of ours for a fun night of the popular sport that provides great exercise for people of all skill level and abilities. We'll gather at 7-9 p.m. Thurs. March 26 at Smithfield Courts in SW Cedar Rapids. Invite a friend to come with you. Cost is $10. RSVP at firstlutherancr.org/men.
