Growing Young Worship & Study Series — We are digging in and Growing Young with our Worship Series & Study. Engage deeper with the message by picking up a book in the office, and finding a group to discuss with at firstlutherancr.org/grow/growing-young
Renewing For God’s Mission Survey — Thank you to everyone who attended building forums. No matter your participation to this point, we are now seeking everyone’s feedback on the feasibility of our plans. Please complete the survey by visiting firstlutherancr.org/renewing
Meals from the Heartland — This Wednesday we are packing 40,000 meals for famine and disaster relief around the world. You can make a difference in crisis regions by signing up to help pack the meals, donating to cover the ingredient costs, or both! Get the details and next steps at firstlutherancr.org/meals.
Matthew 25 Urban Garden — We are excited to bring a Sunday Morning Learning Session next Sunday from the Matthew 25 Urban Garden initiative, which brings together neighbors and
provides healthy food in our local "food desserts." There are many ways we can partner in this ministry of fresh food; find out the details Sunday, Apr. 28 at 10:10 a.m. in Rm. 111.
Sing Out! Hymn Festival — Next Sunday, April 28, starting at 3 p.m. several of our musical ensembles will come together praising God through beautiful hymn singing. This hymn sing
will be based on the hymns of Isaac Watts; 2024 is the 350 anniversary of his birth. We invite you to bring something to share for a potluck of hors-d'oeurves and desserts will follow!
Apr. 29: Ladies' Night Out — All women of First Lutheran and their friends are invited to gather monthly for food, fellowship, and fun. Our next outing will be at 5:30 PM on Monday, April 29,
at Granite City Food & Brewery, 4755 First Avenue SE, C.R. Cedar Rapids. You can sign up at the sign-up desk in the narthex, or RSVP to Theresa Johnson, (319) 213-2742.
Daddy & Me Dinner & Dance — Guys, put on your fancy pants and bring the kiddos to a fancy dinner and dance they will remember forever 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, May 3. Cost is just $30 per family. Details and RSVP at firstlutherancr.org/dad Register before April 26.
