Acorn Update
"FOR GOOD" GIVING STRATEGIES INFO SESSION
Wednesday March 25th, at 6:30pm
In the Library-Fireside Room, FLC member, “For Good” Co-Chair, and Thrivent rep Scott DeGraff will lead an information session on giving mechanisms and tax-efficient giving strategies, including retirement distributions, stock gifts, and more. No RSVP required: all are welcome.
About "For Good" Campaign
Excitement for eliminating Farmington Lutheran's mortgage debt continues to build. As we near "For Good" Sunday on April 19th, watch for voices and videos sharing what Farmington Lutheran means to them, and how ministry momentum continues to grow at FLC. By eliminating tens of thousands of dollars in interest, and repurposing over $120k in the annual budget committed to mortgage payments, we can dream big about how we can share God's amazing love in our church, community, and beyond.
BREWED THEOLOGY TONIGHT
Tuesday, March 24th, at 7pm, at the Longbranch
Come earlier for food and some fellowship. Our conversation starts at 7pm. Pastor Ben here, and tonight we're talking about "War: 'Just' and 'Christian." I keep looking to lighter topics, but the world continues to give as it does (as Jesus says in John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives."). While the current conflict in Iran itself is not the sole subject of debate, the Christian language surrounding justification for military action certainly is. Looking forward to talking this evening!
WEDNESDAY LENTEN SERVICES
March 18 & 25, Worship Service from 5:45-6:30pm
4:00-5:00pm PreCon
5:00-5:45pm Lenten Meal hosted by FLC Children’s Team, Baked Potato Bar
5:45-6:30pm Holden Evening Prayer
5:45-6:30pm Wednesday FLCTime
6:30-7:30pm Confirmation
6:30-7:15pm Joyful Ringers
7:15-8:00pm Sanctuary Choir
EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS
Easter flower donations will be accepted through Sunday, March 29 in honor or memory of loved ones. These flowers help ensure the sanctuary looks beautiful as we celebrate Easter together. Donation forms can be picked up in the gathering space and dropped off in the office.
Interested in helping at Easter worship services?
Many hands help make these services meaningful. If you’re interested in volunteering (worship hosts, communion assistants and acolytes), please use the link HERE to sign up.
Linda Landwehr
Council President
What are your favorite things about Farmington Lutheran?
You.
Tell us about your family/your dear ones.
Married to Paul. Two sons: Lucas, who lives in Ely, and Cole, who lives in Minneapolis. I am praying for daughters-in-law and grandchildren.
What is your dream vacation?
Probably eating my way through Italy while trying a different wine with every meal. And I'd really like to go to Sardinia.
Describe your hobbies or how you like to spend free time.
I like to read – mostly historical fiction and anything by William Kent Krueger. And I love to cook, especially trying out new recipes on unsuspecting guests.
What is/was your profession?
I do lots of caretaking for three elderly parents who live in Rochester. And I volunteer for various things at FLC and in the community. I've done lots of things, but spent the bulk of my career working in communications. I've been retired since 2021.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Groundhog Day, because no one expects me to do anything.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
Apply April 1 through April 30
Farmington Lutheran Church’s Endowment team offers scholarship opportunities to those who are planning to attend post-secondary college, university, or 2-year technical school, regardless of religious affiliation. Scholarships are granted based on the Endowment Funds available for 2026. In order to be considered for the Endowment Scholarship, applicants must submit a complete application and a current letter of recommendation. This years application will be available HERE beginning April 1.
YOU’VE BEEN FLOCKED! FLAMINGO FUNDRAISER
Our youth are headed to Camp Wapo & Wilderness Canoe Base this summer and we need YOUR help to get them there! Here’s how it works:
Nominate a friend or neighbor
Donate what you’d like ($30 minimum)
Send us their address
We “flock” their yard with flamingos
We come back and clean it all up
It’s fun. It’s pink. It’s for a great cause.
We can’t wait to get started — who should we flock first?!
SIGN UP HERE
MN FOODSHARE CAMPAIGN
Now through April 6, 2026
It’s that time of year again for the MN Foodshare March Campaign. This is an important campaign for our local food shelf, as the more the Farmington Food Shelf can collect in food and monetary donations, the more grant money 360 Communities will receive from MNFoodShare.
Donations directly to Farmington Food Shelf may be dropped off on Mondays and Thursdays from 11-5:30pm. The address is 510 Walnut St., south side of the building, door #9. Monetary gifts are always welcome and checks should be made out to the Farmington Food Shelf.
Farmington Food Shelf’s visit numbers continue to rise, and your support is most appreciated.
GRAD SUNDAY
Sunday, May 31 at Second Worship
Yay! You're graduating! FLC is super excited and looks forward to celebrating this milestone with you and your family. Whether you are able to attend on the 31st or not, please complete the form linked HERE.
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. SHOP HERE
LIFT UP IN PRAYER
Dona Speiker, Dorothy Noland, Shelly Garner, Larry Walsh, Shannon Walsh, Ben Farver, Alicia Farver, Joan Johnson, Marge Lancette, David Rausch
Alleen Wicktor, as she transitions to hospice care
Dan and Mary Jo Thelen and family, as they grieve the death of Dan’s brother, Jeff
Shelly and Matt Thelen and family, as they grieve the death of Shelly’s mom, Char
Brad Bergstad and family, as they grieve the death of Brad’s son, Bobby
Family and friends of Thomas Christenson, uncle of Jessica Campbell, as they grieve his death
Karen Hulscher’s cousin, Anna Joy, and family. Anna Joy’s husband was killed in a car accident
Bonnie Mechura and her family, as they grieve the loss of Bonnie’s daughter, Tammie
Marlene Elliot, as she has and recovers from knee surgery
Colleen Engman and family, as they grieve the death of Colleen’s sister, Maura, and navigate family changes
Nancy Cornair, as she recovers from surgery and as she grieves the death of her daughter, Deb Tate
Justin Fette, as he continues his fight with brain cancer
Roger Wikstrom, as he fights cancer
Linda Heimerl’s son, Joe Steffens, as he prepares for surgery to remove a cancerous lesion near his knee
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
Darlene Johnson, mother of Dawn Albrecht, as she faces health challenges
Bill Bauman, friend of Peg and Ron Reierson, as he battles cancer
Norma Patsche, mother of Mark Patsche, as she receives hospice care
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.
