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

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.






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

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

Wed. Night Study Group
Join Pastor Stanton and Pastor Karyn as for a Wednesday Night Study Group.

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

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

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

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


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.

Cottage Meeting
The leadership of First want to hear your ideas about where God may be calling us in 2025 & 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


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

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.

Foundation Estate Planning Dinner
If you are considering/reviewing an estate plan, this dinner is for you!

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.

Synod Night Out at the Loggers
Grab a seat at Copeland Park with the La Crosse Area Synod!

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!


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




OWLs Fly to hear Celtic Stories & Song @ Pump House
The OWLs (our Older Wiser Lutherans at First Lutheran, for anyone 55+) will fly to the Pumphouse to hear Celtic Stories and Song.



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


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


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


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

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

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

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.