Acorn Update
CHRISTMAS EVE- SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24
no 8:30 or 10:30am Service
livestream at 12:30 & 3:30pm
12:30pm
2:00pm
3:30pm
7:00pm (communion)
CHRISTMAS DAY- MONDAY, DECEMBER 25
10:00am
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31- NEW YEAR’S EVE
10:00am
BREWED THEOLOGY IS TONIGHT!
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.
CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY WORSHIP HELP
There are just a few spots left that we could use some help with during Christmas worship services. Click HERE to sign up to help as a worship host, acolyte or communion assistant.
YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Wednesday, December 20 at 6:30pm
Pre-Con and Confirmation youth will celebrate Christmas together at a Youth Christmas party on Wednesday, December 20 from 6:30 – 8:00pm.
CONSTITUTION UPDATES
As part of the Annual Meeting on January 28, 2024, we will be voting to incorporate ELCA-required updates into our Constitution. These updates are made up of minor language changes to the required ELCA/synod provisions of our constitution and can be viewed via paper copy in the church office or electronically HERE.
OFFICE CLOSED
Tuesday, December 26
FLC Church office will be closed Tuesday, December 26 as staff takes time to celebrate Christmas with family and friends. Office hours will be limited on Wednesday, December 27 and Thursday, December 28. Please call before stopping by to ensure staff is in the building.
GAME NIGHT AT FLC
Saturday, December 30 at 6:00
Grab some friends and come out to game night at FLC! Bring your favorite game or learn a new one, all ages are welcome.
CAMP EMMAUS- 2nd & 3rd Graders
Friday & Saturday, January 5 - 6, 2024
Camp Emmaus is designed to give some of our youngest members a taste of camp life close to home. This camp will happen right at FLC on Friday, January 5th and end early in the morning on Saturday, January 6th. We will have a campfire (it might be cold, so bundle up), s'mores and other snacks, music, games, activities, and devotion time. The cost for this event is $45, Please let us know if cost is an issue.
2024 STATEMENTS OF INTENT
Thanks to all who have responded and submitted Statements of Intent! 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, 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
Amy Ebel and family, as they grieve the death of Amy’s father, Lloyd LaFountaine
Bob Janovsky, father of Karina Nelsen, as he is hospitalized for cancer and other health concerns
Steve Cole, as he recovers from a stroke
Family and friends of Jean Chamley, as they grieve her death
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
Pat Hedman, mother of Bruce Orehek, as she receives hospice care
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.
