Acorn Update
This Sunday, January 11, FLC will celebrate the many blessings of Clay Fleck and Pastor Jeff as they conclude their time with us. Join us as we give thanks for their ministry, leadership, and the ways they have shaped our community, and as we send them off with our prayers and gratitude.
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION THI SUNDAY
Sunday, January 11 at 11:45am
Everyone is always welcome at FLC and you do not need to be a member to attend worship, events or classes. Nevertheless, we would love for you to join our community of faith if you’re interested! At FLC, church is more than just a building. FLC is a community of people that worship together, serve the Lord, share God’s love and support one another.
Greetings from the Call Committee for a Minister of Youth and Community Connection! Nomination for candidates from the congregation were received and sent to the Synod for vetting. We have received the nominations from the Synod, and have communicated with the candidates. We are beginning to interview candidates and will keep you informed as we move through the process. Please continue to pray for our committee as we move forward in our search for a Minister of Youth & Community Connection. Thank you!
FIRST WEDNESDAY WORSHIP & MEAL
Wednesday, January 7
Meal 4:45-5:30pm, Worship 5:30-6:15pm
The last First Wednesday Worship of the year will be Wednesday, January 7! Enjoy a meal together, then stay for a casual, family-friendly service led by our talented youth band.
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL
Thursday, January 8 from 5:30-6:30pm
You’re invited to the first community meal of 2026! Twice a month FLC is hosting a free community- it's a free simple supper, with a "nothing expected, anything appreciated" donation model. FLC Community members are invited to invite others, share a meal, and be church together.
Future meals are January 22, February 12 & 26
CAMP EMMAUS: Current 2nd and 3rd Graders
Friday, January 16, 2026 7:00pm - Saturday, January 17, 2024 8:30am
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 24th and end early in the morning on Saturday, January 25th. We will have a campfire (it might be cold, so bundle up), s'mores and other snacks, music, games, activities, and devotion time.
ANNUAL MEETING AND CONSTITUTION UPDATES
Sunday, January 25 at 11:45am, Lunch Provided
Click the link below to view the most recent version of the Constitution with the changes that were voted on this past summer to account for our co-lead pastor model. The Saint Paul Area Synod has also made constitutional changes that the congregation will vote on at the annual meeting.
BREWED THEOLOGY
Tuesday, January 27 at 7:00pm
What is Brewed Theology? Brewed Theology (BT) is a conversation/guided discussions on topics where faith and culture intersect. Developed with Christian contexts in-mind, and written by pastors.
But what does it actually look like? A gathering of any size at a pub, brewery, coffeeshop, etc., with 60-minute guided conversations happening simultaneously at tables of 3-6 people, with a large-group wrap-up (or guest speaker) to conclude. Come check it out!
NEW ITEMS ADDED TO FLC’S AMAZON WISHLIST
Help keep FLC programs thriving! Shop our Amazon Wish List, and check back often as new needs are added.
LIFT UP IN PRAYER
Dona Speiker, Roger Wikstrom, Dorothy Noland, Shelly Garner, Larry Walsh, Shannon Walsh, Ben Farver, Alicia Farver, Joan Johnson, Colleen, James and Shawn Engman, Marge Lancette, Ruth Olson
Family and friends of Carolyn Ryan’s good friend, Karen. Karen died December 12
Don and Eleanor Senrick and family
Sue Reichert, daughter-in-law of Bev Benner, as she struggles with illness
Jean Frame, as she lives with cancer
Kay Gray, friend of Phyllis Blees, as she faces increased health challenges
Nancy Cornair, as she continues treatment for health concerns
Deb Tate, daughter of Nancy Cornair, as she has treatment for brain cancer
Darlene Johnson, mother of Dawn Albrecht, as she faces health challenges
David and Mary Ann Rausch, as they face health challenges
Cindy Budd, friend of Jim and Rosemary McCarty, as she receives treatment for cancer
Janet Hoag, mother of Angie Muehlenkamp, as she faces health concerns
Bill Bauman, friend of Peg and Ron Reierson, as he battles cancer
Norma Patsche, mother of Mark Patsche, as she receives hospice care
Julie Hetland, as she receives more treatment for cancer
Please also include our active service members in your prayers: Noah Bigbee, Meredith Gulsvig, and Mackenzie Farran.
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.
