Acorn Update
BAPTISM ORIENTATION
Sunday, January 18 at 9:45am
Just as Christ welcomes all people into his family, Farmington Lutheran Church welcomes all people to the life-giving waters of baptism, regardless of membership. We ask that parents of infants and young children attend a Baptismal preparation class. Baptism Orientation Class is required before a baptism is scheduled.
This Sunday: Iringa Hope Presentation
Sunday, January 18 at 9:35am
The Body of Christ is global, and some of Farmington Lutheran's church partners are in Tanzania. This Sunday, January 18th, Dr. Sally Harris is bringing a greeting from Iringa Hope, a micro-finance organization that delivers "agricultural financing, marketing, and training to smallholder farmers in Tanzania" to empower farming communities in Tanzania. Join Sally for conversation at 9:35 this Sunday. You can learn more about Iringa Hope here.
FLC OFFICE CLOSED
Monday, January 19
Farmington Lutheran’s church office will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL
Thursday, January 22 from 5:30-6:30pm
FLC is hosting an open to everyone community meal twice a month. It's a free meal, with a "nothing expected, anything appreciated" donation model. Community members are invited and encouraged to invite others, share a meal, and be community together.
Future meals are February 12 & 26
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.
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!
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
Ryan Mattson, as he prepares for surgery
Bill Erickson and family, as they grieve the death of Bill’s wife, Jackie
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.
