Acorn Update
FREE COLLEGE BOUND SEMINAR THURSDAY
Thursday, April 16th
College Seniors and their parents are invited to the FLC Fireside room on Thursday, April 16th at 7:00 pm for College Decision Night!
There are about 20 steps that seniors have to go through between making their choice and walking onto campus in the fall. We'll go through them one-by-one so you know what to expect along the way.
Treats will be provided, so invite your friends, and please RSVP to betsygrawe@gmail.com.
FINAL WEEK TO ORDER EISELE GREENHOUSE FLOWERS
This is the final week to place your Eisele flower order in support of FLC Youth attending Camp Wapo and the Boundary Waters trip! Order forms are available in the church office if you’d like to place an order.
Flowers and plants will be delivered on Tuesday, May 16. If you are not ordering directly from a youth, you will need to pick up your order—or let the office know at the time you place your order if you would like help arranging delivery.
Thank you for supporting FLC Youth!
WELCOME HANS!
Sunday, April 19
Hans begins his ministry with us on April 19!
Before he arrives, we’d love to welcome him with notes from our congregation. Stop by the Welcome Booth to write a short message of encouragement and greeting.
Let’s help Hans feel at home before he even walks through the door!
SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Begins Sunday, June 7
9:30 Worship, 8:30 Forum
As the calendar turns through spring and towards summer, FLC is trying a new Sunday rhythm. At the suggestion of FLC members and the approval of Council, we will worship together at a single 9:30am worship service (with live stream) this summer. This will connect worshipers who often worship at different worship times, as well as allow time for fellowship & forum (e.g., Bible study) at 8:30am. This schedule will run from June 7 through August 30.
Set your calendars, and stay tuned for more details!
Jim Halvorson
Council Member
Tell us about your family/your dear ones.
Wife Bonnie, married 54 years, 2 sons who live within 40 miles from here and 7 grandchildren
What are your favorite things about Farmington Lutheran?
Pastors, Musical gifts, Multi-generational congregation, Overall friendly & welcoming atmosphere
What is your dream vacation?
Antarctica or a Viking River Cruise
Describe your hobbies or how you like to spend free time.
Genealogy, photography, reading, exercise/walking/hiking
What is/was your profession?
Former high school math teacher (and some adjunct at the college level)
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Thanksgiving with family! - self explanatory
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.
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL
Thursday, April 23 5:30-6:30pm
All are invited—no cost, just a delicious meal and great community. Grab your neighbors, family, and friends and come out to Farmington Lutheran. We’d love to see you there!
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
Sawyer Khalaf and his parents, Ryan and Francie, as Sawyer has and recovers from surgery
John Blees, husband of Phyllis, for good medical care and smooth upcoming surgeries
Joe Frame, son of Bill and Jean Frame, as he faces a long recovery as a result of a car hitting him on his bike
Alleen Wicktor, as she transitions to hospice care
Family and friends of Thomas Christenson, uncle of Jessica Campbell, as they grieve his death
Colleen Engman and family, as they 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 recovers from surgery to remove a tumor on his femur
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.
