This is a time of great opportunity for First Lutheran Church. As we depart from our beloved sanctuary the week after Easter to worship at Westminster Presbyterian Church starting April 28, we're reminded of the Israelites being scattered from all that was familiar to them. As they were away from their holy place, they were forced to take a long hard look at themselves. Who are we? What is really important to us? During this life-defining time, God’s chosen people found their relationships growing deeper with one another and with God. The same can be true for us. That’s why this spring and summer we are encouraging you to Get Together, Stay Together through your choice of small groups, block parties or many other special events.
Worship & Small Groups
Our pastors and musicians have laid out a schedule to preach through the entire Bible from Easter to Christmas. To stay connected we encourage you to meet in a small group to discuss the events of your life, that week’s sermon and a few weekly scriptures pre-selected by Pr. Steve. If you want, there’s even a track to read through the entire Bible in a fresh new way called The Community Bible Experience. Find a small group time here.
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Block Parties
Small groups not your thing? Grab a lawn chair and join us for a block party! Eight church families have volunteered to host one-night events covering every quadrant of the city, Marion and Robins. You can pick a party by date or by location here.
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Special Events
We have created a variety of pathways you can stay connected through a new Renovaré study, new Children and Family Neighborhood gatherings, Wednesday night Bonfires, Theology on Tap, 4 X 4 Empty Nest Groups, a family campout, a lake outing, an outdoor movie, a bike and brew, and more. Discover all the events and dates here.
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When it’s all finished, we will have a remarkably stunning place to worship in the heart of the city. But as important as our sanctuary is to the life of our congregation, we know and believe that the church is not the building where we gather. The church is the people.
Look at the early Christian church in the Book of Acts. They didn’t have big fancy buildings. They didn’t have buildings at all! But during this time the gospel of Jesus Christ flourished. They met in small groups wherever they could find space: in people’s homes, in public spaces, in courtyards, empty warehouses and tiny apartments. As we leave our building for much needed renovations, we hope to catch some of that same early church spirit. This spring and summer join us as we Get Together, Stay Together.
Look at the early Christian church in the Book of Acts. They didn’t have big fancy buildings. They didn’t have buildings at all! But during this time the gospel of Jesus Christ flourished. They met in small groups wherever they could find space: in people’s homes, in public spaces, in courtyards, empty warehouses and tiny apartments. As we leave our building for much needed renovations, we hope to catch some of that same early church spirit. This spring and summer join us as we Get Together, Stay Together.
