Announcements for Sunday, Mar. 22, 2020
NOTE: Since we are not worshipping in-person, we are not printing paper bulletins, and in turn not creating a PDF of the publication. All current announcements are listed below.
Online Worship
Join us for worship online on Sunday at 10:30am and on Wednesday at 6:15pm, at 1stlu.org/live.
In-person worship has been canceled for Sunday, Mar. 22 and Wednesday, Mar. 25, along with in-person Sunday School and confirmation. Vision & Leadership will determine how we will worship on a week-by-week basis.
Morning Musings
Where Is God in all this? Who/what shall we pray for today? What are our questions? What is grounding us in a time when everything is shifting? Go to First Lutheran's Facebook page or our Youtube channel where each morning, Monday through Saturday by 8am, Pastor Stanton or Pastor Karyn post a "morning musing." It's a great way to stay connected!
Cancellations
The following events have been cancelled, either all-together or until further notice. For an up-to-date list of online options and cancellations please visit firstlutheranonalaska.org/thisweek.
Graduation Milestone Postponed
This dinner, to mark the graduation milestone of First Lutheran’s seniors, will be rescheduled; date to be determined.
Come for Supper
Come for Supper has transitioned to take-out only, is currently not accepting donations, and will not need outside volunteers. Questions? Call Gloria Kubiak if you have questions, 608.498.2762.
Clothes Closet Not Accepting Donations
Due to the current situation, the First Teen Clothes Closet is not accepting clothing donations at this time. Please save your gently-used clothing for when we are again open for business or find another organization that can accept your donation. We appreciate your generosity and your understanding.
Warming Center Needs
The La Crosse Warming Center shifts are needing help. They are putting advised safeguards in place and are continuing to evaluate and work with others in the community to provide the safest environment for volunteers and guests. However, they still need help in keeping their doors open. If you can volunteer, please call Leticia Silva at 608.519.8020 or email her at lsilva@cclse.org. Thanks!
Thrivent Choice Dollars
Eligible members of Thrivent have until March 31 to direct any remaining 2019 Thrivent Choice Dollars. Don’t let these dollars expire, and please consider First Lutheran as your choice. How do you designate your Choice Dollars? Go to 1stlu.org/thrivent.
Community Supported Agriculture
First Lutheran has, once again, offered to be a pick-up site for CSA boxes of produce from Small Family Farm in La Farge. The farm is still planning to provide the CSA, and though deliveries won’t start until June, you can buy a share now. Price increases April 1. For info about products, prices and schedules, go to smallfamilycsa.com.
Keep Up with Cancellations: Update Your Contact Info
Make sure the office has your current contact info, including current address, mobile number(s), carrier info (for reminders by text), and email(s). Send to office@firstlu.org.
Baptismal Preparation Postponed
The April event will be rescheduled; date to be determined. To register or ask questions call the church office at 608.783.3326.
Grade 5 Faith Building Block
The fifth grade Faith Building Block will take place online, with a possible home-based project. More details to come.
Online: Faith Alive! U: Holy Week… What Does it Mean?
First will be holding this event online on Sunday, Apr. 5, possibly on Zoom; more details to come. Why is Holy Week a big deal at First Lutheran? Why worship every night? And what does Maundy mean, anyway? Join Pastor Karyn Bodenschatz to consider the ways Holy Week makes sense of God's story and all our stories. Come find out why investing a little time in worship every night for one week a year could transform every other week in your year!
Holy Week Schedule
It has yet to be decided if Holy Week services will be in-person or only live streamed. The following is the planned schedule:
Monday, April 6, through Wednesday, April 8, worship at 6:30pm
Maundy Thursday, April 9, and Good Friday, April 10, worship at 12:15pm & 6:30pm
Saturday Sacred Storytelling Worship, April 11, worship at 6:30pm
Easter Sunday, April 12, worship at 7:30am, 9am, & 10:45am
No Sunday School nor Confirmation
The office will close at noon on Friday, April 10, & all day Monday, April 13.
Mabel Anderson Scholarship
Applications are available online. Completed applications are due no later than 3pm on Wednesday, Apr. 15. Students may apply if they will graduate from high school in the spring and have plans to pursue post-secondary education. The application includes writing an essay and completing a worksheet that reflects the student’s involvement in church activities. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications via email.
New-Member Social
Yes, we’re still welcoming new member! By choosing to become a member, individuals and families commit to being part of a shared mission. People who would like to become members of First Lutheran are invited to a social at Red Pines on Thursday, Apr. 16, 6pm, (pending, of course) where you will get to know more about First and the staff in a relaxed atmosphere. To register your family or ask questions, call our church office at 608.783.2236 or email office@firstlu.org.
Parent Date Night in April
This event is pending: Save the “Date” on Friday, Apr. 17. Time: Registration from 4:45-5:30pm, followed by dinner and activities till 8:30pm (parents can pick up early if needed). Bring your children for an evening of fun with the middle and high school youth groups’ Date Night Fundraiser! Ages: birth to 12 are welcome. Event is open to the public. Cost: Donations to help middle and high school students with their mission trip in 2020.
Celebrating 50 Years of Women’s Ordination
You are invited to the La Crosse Area Synod's recognition of the 50th anniversary of women’s ordination in the ELCA, with worship on Wednesday, Apr. 29, 6:30pm at First Lutheran, and a reception following worship. ELCA Presiding Bishop, Elizabeth Eaton, will preach. Childcare will be available.
Sugar Creek Summer Reg Now Open!
Your child or grandchild can have an amazing new experience this summer with the caring staff and beautiful creation of Sugar Creek! Now is the time to register, before your desired week fills up. Popular programs fill up fast! More info & reg at www.sgrcreek.org.