Helping Hands-Helping Hearts — Thank you for supporting the work of Christ through the ministry and mission of First Lutheran! Consider the impact your contributions can make in 2026 and make a pledge by filling out an Estimate of Giving card which you can pick up from the Welcome desk, or find online at firstlutherancr.org/pledge.
Ministry Partner Support — Thank you to all of the members and friends of First Lutheran who have made donations in support of our ministry partners at Helping Hands. More than 6,500 items, and more than $6,500 have been received so far. The Thrivent matching grant up to $10,000 is still open through the end of the year. You can make a contribution online at firstlutherancr.org/helping-hands, or with cash or check the church office.
Gift Tags for Four Oaks Youth – Our annual campaign to share the joy of Christmas with children living in Four Oaks residential facilities is underway! Gift tags are on the tree waiting for your generosity. Many Youth simply ask for gift cards, which you can pick up as a virtual gift tag from firstlutherancr.org/gift-tag. Pick one up, sign it out, and return gifts to the church on or before next Sunday, December 7.
Ladies’ Night Out — Our combined Nov./Dec. gathering will be held on Monday, December 1 at 5:30 p.m. at El Viejo, 90 Twixt Town Road, Cedar Rapids. RSVP on the sign up list at the church, or by calling is this month’s hostess, Becky Cram, at (319) 448-4535.
December Monthly Luncheon — December is full of holiday cheer and our monthly luncheon on Dec. 11 at 12 noon will bring even more with a wonderful presentation of Christmas Music. Lunch and the entertainment are just $5, and you can RSVP at firstlutherancr.org/luncheon.
Outreach Potluck 2026 — Mark your calendars now for the Outreach Potluck, 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, January 11, 2026. We’ll hear directly from one of the growing community partner ministries connected to our church. Bring a covered dish and everyone in your family to learn about all the many ways our church reaches out to help others. Enjoy some food, fellowship,
and see how you can make a difference in people's lives.
