Acorn Update
FIRST WEDNESDAY MEAL & WORSHIP
Wednesday, December 6
Meal at 4:45pm, Worship at 5:30pm
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear." (Buddy the Elf) We'd love your help to spread some Christmas cheer! Bring your family and friends to First Wednesday Worship on December 6 at 5:30 for some Christmas fun. (Come early, starting at 4:45, for pizza! $5/person) We'll sing some favorite Christmas songs (led by numerous high school and adult instrumentalists!), hear a little about the Christmas story, and have some hot chocolate. Can't wait to see (and hear) you there!
Do you play a brass, wind, or string instrument? Those in high school as well as adults are welcome to participate in our First Wednesday Worship service on December 6, at 5:30pm. We will lead familiar Christmas songs for the congregation to sing. Please contact Karissa@farmingtonlutheran.com if you are interested so she can provide music ahead of time for you to practice. It will be fun!
KIC COOKIE BAKING
Friday, December 8 at 7:00pm
4th, 5th and 6th graders! You’re invited to make cookies and other treats for the Christmas program. The plan will be to meet at church at 7:00 pm and then make and bake cookies/treats until 9:00 pm. Sign up HERE.
If you’d be interested in donating items or helping out with this event. Check out the list HERE. Items being donated need to be dropped off at FLC on or before the 8th of December.
INTERGENERATIONAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Sunday, December 10 at
8:30 and 10:30 worship services
FLC is excited for this year’s NEW Spontaneous Unrehearsed (sort of) Christmas program! The story is new (and old), and we need your help to tell it! If you’re a high school student or adult, we’d love for your assistance to help the program run smoothly! Follow the link HERE to sign up.
Hoping to practice the songs before the program? You can find them all HERE.
Caroling at Dakota City Village
Sunday, December 10 at 3:00pm
You are invited to sing Christmas carols with our choir at Farmington’s Dakota County Christmas in the Village on Sunday, December 10, from 3-4pm, in the white church. Caroling books will be provided. All ages welcome!
Food on the Third: December 17
This month’s Food on the Fourth will take place on the THIRD Sunday. Pick up a bag in the gathering space next weekend and bring it back the following with non-perishable food items. Below is a list of items requested by the foo shelf this month. Large beverages, Cereal for kids, Brownie mixes, Muffin mixes, Brown sugar, Powered sugar, Sugar, Flour, Vegetable oil, Frosting, Stewed tomatoes, Canned fruit, Feminine hygiene products, Tall kitchen garbage bags
Brewed Theology: Cocktails & Carols
Tuesday, December 19 at 7:00pm
Whether our November gathering puts you in a jolly or grinchy mood, our December Brewed Theology will be putting our conversations on hold in favor of Christmas carols! Our December edition of Brewed Theology is going to be a hymn sing we’re calling “Cocktails & Carols.” On December 19th, around 7pm, at the Long Branch, we’ll gather to sing. Bring your favorites. All are welcome.
2024 STATEMENTS OF INTENT
Thanks to all who have responded and submitted Statements of Intent! We’re excited about being in ministry together. Your partnership is vital to planning and growing our work in God’s mission in 2024. If you would like to complete your Statement of Intent online, you can do so HERE.
LIFT UP IN PRAYER
David Grengs, Roger Wikstrom, Chris Pigman, Katie Marlin, Dorothy Noland, Claire Berg, Liz Grossman, Jean Chamley, Emil Bostrom, Shelly Garner, Larry Walsh, Andy Derner, Shannon Walsh, Ben Farver, Alicia Farver, Sonja Anderson, Julie Hetland, MaryAnn Rausch, Joan Johnson, Colleen, James and Shawn Engman
Mavis Arvidson, mother of Janelle Guzek
Emil Bostrom and family, as they grieve the death of Emil’s wife, Donna
Family and friends of Janet Carpentier, as they grieve her death
Ron Muehlenkamp, as he recovers from a fall and broken foot
Margaret Pflaum and family, as they grieve the death of Margaret’s husband, Calvin
David and Jill Hawkins and family, as they grieve the death of David’s mother, Becki
Ryan and Marissa Pietsch and family, as they grieve the death of Ryan’s mother, Danelle
Lee and Jenna Storck and family, as they grieve the death of Lee and Jenna’s infant son, DJ
Pat Hedman, mother of Bruce Orehek, as she receives hospice care
Kirsten Childe, as she recovers from surgery
Mike Johnson, as he begins treatment for colon cancer
Dale Pepelnjak, friend of Peggy and Ron Reierson
Debbie Moltz, sister to Denise Grundler
Ethan Powell and family as Ethan undergoes a second round of treatment for leukemia
Ann and Dave Garwick, parents of Kirsten Childe
Darlene Johnson, mother of Dawn Albrecht
Robin Ring, friend of the Fernandes and Melby families
Judy Nielsen, sister-in-law of Pat & Dick Orndorff
Please also include our active service members: Noah Bigbee, Meredith Gulsvig, Mackenzie Farran, and Mikkel Peterson in your prayers.
Please continue to pray for our partners in ministry, including our Sister Congregation in Tanzania, Garland Hall Orphanage in Jamaica, & Camp Wapo.
We typically include loved ones on our prayer list for four weeks. If you would like a loved one listed longer or relisted, please contact the office.
