Build a Bigger Table with our Summer Food Drive!  We are responding to our neighbors in need this summer by collecting food donations for local and neighborhood distribution. A collection cart has been placed near the coffee area, and a list of most-needed items you can give is here.

Pipes, Pedals, & Pies Return! – We are excited for the next Pipes, Pedals, and Pie Concert Tuesday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m. This performance will feature Ted Cronbaugh, our church neighbor from up the road at First Presbyterian. Bakers! – If you like to bake, the Musical Arts committee would greatly appreciate your help with providing pies for this summer's Pipes, Pedals, and Pie concerts, this Tuesday and August 13.  If you are able to assist, please contact the church office.

July 29: Ladies' Night Out — All the women and friends of First Lutheran are  invited to gather at a restaurant for food, fellowship, and fun at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Parlor City Pub and Eatery, 1125 Third Street SE in Cedar Rapids. You RSVP or get details from Mary Kay Grodt, (319) 364-7694,  or add your name to the RSVP list at church.

Stock Sale Dinner — Join us for the Annual Stock Sale Dinner on Aug. 15, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Learn about our journey to the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans and see the impact of your investment on our youth. RSVP at firstlutherancr.org/stockholders, or check your email if you’ve donated.
 

Back-to-School ECHO Worship —We will praise and pray for the start of the school year at our next summer ECHO worship on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 6:30 p.m. This worship opportunity will include our back-to-school backpack blessing for students and staff alike. Remember, ECHO Wednesdays start with dinner for the family at 5:15!

Save the Date for the Big Tent Event! Sunday, August 25— Combined band & organ-led worship in the sanctuary followed by food, fun, music, and more in the FLC parking lot! Together we will celebrate the new school year, church program year, and live into the fall sermon series “Build a Bigger Table”! Please bring your whole family, invite a friend, neighbor or family member to join in the fun. There will be something for people of all ages to enjoy. Volunteer positions, outreach opportunities and more details coming soon!