

Faith Building Block: Kindergarten—Lord's Prayer
Our students in Kindergarten learn the Lord’s Prayer in this Faith Building Block.

Foundation Grant Survey Deadline
The application window for the First Lutheran Foundation grant opens Jan 1 each year, and closes on June 1.



Parent Share on Sunday Mornings
Join Carla Stanton, certified spiritual director and mom of 3, in room 201 every Sunday, 9:15am while the kids are at Sunday School.

First Sunday High School Gathering
Small group for youth in high school. Parents/guardians help provide meals.


Faith Webs Game Day!
Faith Web households are invited to get together, for fun, lunch & company over a couple of games.





Lenten Devotions & Small Groups
Lent small groups will meet once a week and together study Journeying Through Lent with Luke.


Ash Wednesday Worship
Join us for worship on Ash Wednesday, both in-person and at 1stlu.org/live.

Wednesday Evening Worship
In-person worship on Wednesdays at 6:15pm, and also live streamed.

Wed. Night Study Group
Join Pastor Stanton and Pastor Karyn as they kick-off the Wednesday Night Stutesmandy Group with a look at Luther’s Small Catechism.

Sunshine Team
Meeting 1st Thur of every month at 9:30am, to help with odd jobs around First


Confirmation Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!




Holden Evening Prayer
Join us for this special worship service throughout Lent, Wednesdays at 6:15pm


Parents' Night Out
An evening of fun for elementary kids and younger, and a relaxing night for the parent(s)!





Grief Support Group
Join with others who have experienced loss, and receive support from one another. Every third Thursday.

Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

Faith Building Block: Grade 5—Communion
Our 5th graders learn about and prepare for the sacrament of communion in this Faith Building Block.

Graduation Milestone & Recognition Dinner
Graduates, you and your parents/guardians are invited to mark the milestone of your graduation at First.

Mabel Anderson Scholarship Deadline
College scholarship for high school graduates who are members of First.

Volunteer Work Weekend @ First
Great opportunity to make First look nice!

Baptismal Preparation
Contact the office to schedule: 608.783.2236 / office@firstlu.org

Cottage Meeting
The leadership of First want to hear your ideas about where God may be calling us in 2024 & beyond.


Palm Sunday
Join us for Palm Sun worship, as we begin Christ’s path to the cross during Holy Week.

Palm Sunday Breakfast Fundraiser
Between services enjoy a Palm Sun breakfast, a fundraiser for youth participating in summer ministries.
Holy Week Worship Mon–Wed
Holy Week starts with worship Mon–Wed, 6:15pm, at 1stlu.org/live

Maundy Thursday Worship
Join us for Maundy Thursday worship, in-person & at 1stlu.org/live

Justice & Peace Stations of the Cross
Join with others from the community for this prayer walk, Good Friday, 10am


Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch @ Sugar Creek
Prepare your hearts for Easter Sunday at Sugar Creek Bible Camp.

Faith Story Dinner Theater
Join us for a family favorite worship service of fellowship and favorite Bible stories.


Chicken Dinner Fundraiser
Fundraiser for youth ministries, and an easy meal for your home!

Faith Building Block: 4K—The Keys
Our students in 4K learn about “the keys” of confession & forgiveness in this Faith Building Block.


New-Member Social
People who would like to become members of First are invited to this informal gathering, where you will get to know more about First and the staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Click here to reg & learn more.

Blessing Graduates
We invite our graduates and their families to worship, for a special blessing in celebration of this milestone.

Confirmation Celebration
A time of fellowship for confirmation students, parents/guardians & small group guides.


Faith Webs Commitment Deadline!
A reminder that all donations toward the commitment made at the beginning of the school year are due.



Peer Ministry Commissioning
Celebrating the youth who worked to become better ministers to their peers.

Foundation Grant Deadline
The application window for the First Lutheran Foundation grant opens Jan 1 each year, and closes on June 1.

Confirmation Camp @ Sugar Creek
Confirmation Camp, for youth entering grade 8 in the fall.

High School Mission Trip @ North Carolina
Serving in western North Carolina, from July 25–Aug 3, for youth currently in grades 9–12

Middle School Mission Trip @ St. Louis
Serving in St. Louis, from July 27–Aug 1, for youth currently in grades 6–8

Vacation Bible School
Plan ahead to be here for Vacation Bible School this summer!

Peer Ministry
Peer Ministry is a great way for our 10th graders to learn about how to deal with any situation.


Wartburg Kantorei & Bell Choir Concert
Wartburg’s chapel choir, Kantorei, is a mixed ensemble, performing a variety of sacred music.

OWLs Fly to Marriage of Figaro @ Viterbo
OWLs fly to Viterbo Theatre for musical, with dinner beforehand.



First’s Annual Tailgate & Appreciation Party
All members are invited to First’s Annual Meeting to look ahead at First’s ministries for the coming year.

High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

Faith Building Block: Grade 4—Apostles' Creed
Our 4th graders learn about the Apostles’ Creed in this Faith Building Block.





HS Sugar Creek Winter Fun Day!
High school youth are invited to the Winter Fun Day @ Sugar Creek!

Faith Alive! U: Weekend Workshops
Join others for an afternoon of exploring & learning about your faith.



Faith Building Block: Grade 2—What's Fair
Our 2nd graders learn about God’s love and “What’s Fair” in this Faith Building Block.



Virtual Christmas Pageant Rerun
In the spirit of Christmas reruns, rewatch our favorite retelling of the Christmas story… our virtual Christmas pageant: Do Not Be Afraid!


Blue Christmas
Join us for a worship service including music, prayers, candlelight, & reflection on what God is up to amidst our blue feelings around Christmas.

Sunday School Christmas Worship
It is a wonderful time of year and a great way for our kids to spread their Christmas joy!

OWLs Christmas Potluck
The social event of the season is the World-Famous OWLs Christmas Party!

Christmas Caroling
Hop on a bus and take a ride around Onalaska to visit and carol to those who need extra Christmas cheer!

Christmas Cookie Decorating
Decorating Christmas cookies together, in the Fellowship Hall.


Road to Bethlehem @ Sugar Creek
Journey through the Advent story by visiting this live nativity at Sugar Creek.

Middle School Movie Night
WHERE: Fireside Room
Open to all middle school youth
Led by Madalyn Olson-Loomis
Middle Schoolers are invited for a movie and popcorn night in the Fireside room! You are welcome to bring pillows and blankets to get comfier if you would like!
Please email the middle school event coordinator, Madalyn, (madalyn@firstlu.org) for any questions and to RSVP for this event!
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