Help us Host the Best Christmas Experience — With four worship services and over 1,000 anticipated worshipers, it takes a strong team to make everything happen smoothly. If you are interested in volunteering on Christmas Eve, VISIT THIS LINK to let us know! This is a great opportunity for families to serve together at one service and attend another! Questions? Email Maddy Newhouse at maddyn@firstlutherancr.org. 

Don’t Miss the Final Lunch in the Loft this Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 12:05 p.m. with our own Brett & Marita Wolgast providing a program of festive music. Bring your lunch and enjoy balcony or main level seating. If you can’t make it in person, stream live at firstlutherancr.org/live. 

Vocal Artists of Iowa — Sunday, Dec. 21 at 4 p.m.
Celebrate the beauty and wonder of the holiday season with this luminous evening of choral music sure to warm the heart and lift the spirit. The concert will feature inspiring selections including “Night of Silence”, and Eric Whitacre’s shimmering “Lux Aurumque,” in addition to several sing-along classics. No Ticket cost; $25 recommended Donation

Christmas Break Bowling — Celebrate the season with bowling, pizza, and fun! Join us at SpareTime for 2 hours of bowling (shoes included!) plus 2 slices of pizza and a soda. We’ll gather on Tuesday, December 30, 3–5 PM. Cost is $15 per person and open to all K-12 students, family & friends (children under 5th grade must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Space is limited; register by Dec. 18 at firstlutherancr.org/bowl

The 2026 Altar Flower Dedications signup is now available! If there are certain days you like to sponsor be sure to stop by soon as they will likely fill up fast! Thanks to all who sponsor these beautiful bouquets each weekend in honor or memory of your loved ones and special events.

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!