Acorn Update
As we enter the second week of Advent, don’t forget to check out FLC’s Christmas Page for all the details on worship, gatherings, and events.
We’d also love your help in making these celebrations extra special! Explore the volunteer opportunities using the link below and join us in spreading joy this season.
URGENT: MORE PRAYER PARTNERS NEEDED
We have a few wristbands left from our PreCon and Confirmation youth that need prayer partners for this year. Every 6th- 9th grade student has a wristband that says, “Love Like Jesus”. They’re wearing one themselves, and they’ve signed another for a prayer partner. We’re inviting adults to take a wristband (or two!) and commit to praying for that student by name. Interested? Use the link below to be added to the list, or stop by the office.
CALL COMMIITEE NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Farmington Lutheran’s Call Committee has begun its work, setting the foundation to ultimately interview applicants for a Minister of Youth & Community Connection.
If you wish to nominate someone for this position, nomination forms will be in the Gathering Space at the greeting table. Nominations are open until 12:00 pm, 12/14.
KiC456 COOKIE BAKING:
Friday, December 12 6:30-8:30pm
KiC456+beyond is having a baking event this Friday (Dec. 12) SIGN UP HERE and we are looking for a few people to help with some baking needs.
Do you like to make sugar cookie cutouts? Would you consider making some for the kids to decorate? Would you like to mix up some cookie dough that the kids can scoop and bake at FLC?
We have a few other requested items on our list as well. View it all HERE
Spontaneous, Unrehearsed Christmas Program!
Sunday, December 14 at 8:30 & 10:30am
No rehearsals needed—just show up to worship, pick a part, and let the pastors handle the rest.
And just like last year, we’re encouraging everyone to wear their most festive (ahem… possibly ugly!) Christmas gear. Come ready for joy, laughter, and a wonderfully unpredictable Christmas story!
SEASONAL ASSISTANCE
In addition to snow, winter brings with it additional requests for aid in our community. If you’re willing to be a resource for families in need in a TBD capacity this season, please contact the office or email Pastor Kristen at kristen@farmingtonlutheran.com. Examples might be supplying basic necessities, snow removal, or other late notice or urgent needs.
POINSETTIA DONATIONS
If you would like to donate in memory or in honor of loved ones this holiday season, Poinsettia donation forms are available in the gathering space and at the welcome booth.
YOUTH STORE NOW OPEN!
Wednesdays (when there is programming!) 5:00-6:15pm
Sundays 9:15-10:30am
Our youth-run store is now open Wednesdays from 5:00–6:15pm and Sundays from 9:15–10:30am.
Come check out FLC designed sweatshirts, Bible highlighters, bookmarks, stickers, bracelets, snacks and more! Stop by, say hi, and support our awesome youth program!
Interested in helping with worship?
ALL AGES are welcome, and we’ll train you the day of (or even during the service if that’s more comfortable!). There are lots of ways to get involved:
Communion Assistants – help serve communion
Worship Hosts – greet, hand out bulletins, pass offering baskets
Acolytes – light and extinguish the candles before and after worship
Sign up is now located on the whiteboard by the welcome booth- sign up before worship on Sunday mornings. If you’re curious or want to give it a try, we’d love to have you jump in!
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 of Jon Bauer, including Bonnie Mechura, Jill Emerson and Toni Shearer, who died December 3
Linda and David Morris and family, as they grieve the death of Linda’s mom, Marlene Mellesmoen
Justin Fette, as he recovers from brain surgery
Karen and Dennis and family, good friends of Carolyn Ryan, as Karen receives hospice care
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.
