BIBLE STUDY
“GATHER” Women’s Bible Study” will meet on Tuesday, September 15 at 1 p.m. at First. All are welcome.
Journeying Through Grief Together: We will continue to offer a time for sharing, encouraging, providing assurance and hope for all who may be grieving. We will be using Stephen Ministries “A Time to Grieve” book to facilitate our walk together. All are invited to join this group (men and women), on Tuesday, September 8 at 1 p.m. at First Lutheran Church. (*please note the date change)
EVENING BIBLE STUDY Evening Bible study will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at First Lutheran. We will be starting a new series entitled “Ten Men of the Bible: How God Used Imperfect People to Change the World” by Max Lucado. The men depicted in the Bible were not perfect by any means. We find story after story marked by scandal, failure, and intrigue. Yet we also find many stories of men who were able to look beyond their circumstances, completely trust in the Lord, and follow Him wherever He chose to take them. Like us, these men made both good and bad decisions along the way—and experienced both good and bad consequences—and we find our struggles and hopes in the pages of the Bible that tells their stories.
This is a very casual, welcoming study group and we would love to have you join us. Study guides will be provided on Wednesday, Sept. 9.
PARISH ACTIVITIES
Your First Coffee All are welcome to join us each Wednesday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. in the fellowship hall at First Lutheran.
Strength and Balance Training for (not just) seniors looking to improve their balance and strength are invited to join on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran. We look forward to helping you take the next step towards a healthier, stronger you!
Rally Day is set for Sunday, September 13…There will be one joint service at 9:30 a.m. at East Norway Lake. During Rally Sunday worship – students are asked to bring their backpacks for a back-to-school backpack blessing.
We are very excited as we look forward to the new Christian education year 2026-2027.
Following worship, the Social Concerns Committee will sponsor a hotdog, chips and beans lunch. Proceeds will go towards Food for Kidz. All are welcome! Plan now to attend.
CONFIRMATION ORIENTATION for 8th and 9th graders will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at First Lutheran.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST AT EAST on Saturday, September 26 beginning at 9 a.m. All are welcome!
First Lutheran Church Of the Norway Lake Parish
Swedish Meatball Dinner
6338 County Road 40 NW, New London
Sunday, September 27
Serving from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Menu: Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, salads, and desserts
Bake Sale
Garden Produce
Basket Blessing Raffle
Cost: $15 adults
$8 kids (ages 6-12 years old)
5 and under free
For First Lutheran members: There is a table set up in the narthex with sign-up sheets to bring coolers, salads, desserts, set up, serve, wash dishes, clean up etc. Thank you in advance for your help!
Basket Blessings: All members are encouraged to bring items for basket blessings. Themed baskets are great, but single items like embroidered towels, crafts, gift cards, etc. are also welcome!
Bake Sale: Homemade baked goods such as bars, cookies, breads, pies, or other treats are welcome for the bake sale table.
Garden Produce Table: Fresh garden produce, canned goods, jams, jellies, or other garden-made items are appreciated for the produce table.
If you have questions, please contact Eileen Hanson or Betty Rustad.
*Friendly reminder that there will be no early sales for the basket blessings, bake sale or produce. All activities will begin at 10:30 a.m.
**Donations can be dropped off the week of Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Friday, Sept. 25 from 6 – 8 p.m.; or on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 9 – 11 a.m.
The East Norway Lake and First Lutheran Women of ELCA are collecting items for School Kits for the Lutheran World Relief mission project in September and October Donation boxes will be placed at each church. Thank you.
* Four 70-sheet notebooks of wide- or college-ruled paper, approximately 8" x 10 1/2 "; no loose-leaf paper
* One 30-centimeter ruler, or a ruler with centimeters on one side and inches on the other
* One pencil sharpener
* One blunt scissors (safety scissors with embedded steel blades work well)
* Five black or blue ballpoint pens (No gel ink)
* One box of 16 or 24 crayons
All items should be new and in good condition.
Consider taking a God Pause!
God Pause is a daily devotional provided by Luther Seminary via email. There is no charge. It arrives in your email early in the morning, a great way to start your day. Both Old Testament and New Testament verses are included throughout the week with special emphasis on the gospel reading for Sunday. Readers find themselves more prepared for Sunday morning worship. Google luthersem.edu and scroll down; click on the link to God Pause, and subscribe. You are in for a meaningful devotion each day!
Looking Ahead:
Oct. 4 – “Blessing of the Animals” Service at 1 p.m. at First.
Oct. 11, 18, 25 – Noisey offerings will be collected for Food for Kidz
Nov. 1 – “All Saints Sunday”
Nov. 11 – Food for Kidz packaging event at First
Nov. 25 – Thanksgiving Eve Worship; 5:30 p.m. meal served by the parish youth; 7 p.m. Joint Worship at First
