Mons from 8-8:30pm via Zoom
Centering prayer, also known as the prayer of silence, helps you quiet your mind from the constant thoughts and impulses, and frees your true self to experience more of God’s love in the very core of your being. You will gain inspiration, rich insight, and practical knowledge of a contemplative prayer practice that can open you up to deep experiences of inner healing and peace. Everyone is welcome to take part.
Login Link: https://tinyurl.com/2p89n5sc
Meeting ID: 816 1696 9038
Passcode: 224107
The BG’s – Tuesdays
Tues from 8-11am in Fellowship Hall Lounge
The BG’s are a group of 6-10 (mostly retired) guys that gather every Tuesday at 8am for coffee, socializing, and to handle the many outdoor and indoor miscellaneous maintenance needs around First Lutheran. If you are interested in joining this group stop by Tuesday as we are always looking for new people to join our team!
Knitters – Tuesdays
Join us Tuesdays at 9am in the Gathering Space for smiles, laughs, and lots of knitting!
Mission Sew – 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesdays
Help Mission Sew with cutting, sewing, tying, and pining quilts for Lutheran World Relief. These quilts are distributed to struggling neighbors across the globe. For more info contact Margaret Drinkwater, by contacting the church at 608.752.7434.
Bible Study – Wednesdays
Wednesday at 10am in Rm 302
Please join our Wednesday Bible Study as we begin a new unit using A is for Alabaster: 52 Reflections on the Stories of Scripture by Anna Carter Florence. This 2023 book received great reviews from many well-known theologians. In the coming weeks, we will be jumping into both Old Testament and New Testament stories through the 52 doors opened by this insightful author. We can be found in Room 302 almost every Wednesday morning from 10-11am.
Second Harvest Food Pantry
Third Thurs of the Month from 3:30-5:30pm
Distribution is outdoors. Please call Mary Gallup at 608.755.1399 so she knows if she has enough help. Set-up begins at 2:30pm.
Halloween Costume Party – Oct 30
Trick-or-Treating – Oct 31
Fri, Oct 31 / 5:30-7pm / Indoor Activity
Come on out for an exciting evening of indoor trick-or-treating that’s perfect for kids of all ages! Put on your favorite costume and come explore our decorated indoor space, filled with candy stations, festive photo stops, and spooky (but not too spooky!) fun. We’ll also have a Hot Chocolate Bar where you can warm up with a sweet treat after collecting your goodies. Bring the whole family and make some memories with us!
Sponsor a Table at Treat Street! Consider handing out candy from a table you decorated. Families will enter Treat Street through the Main Entrance and exit by the kitchen. On the way through the Fellowship Hall, trick or treaters can experience the sweet hospitality of First Lutheran, trick or treat at your table, grab a Halloweenie hotdog, snap a pic at a photo spot, and grab a hot chocolate in a lit and climate controlled environment! Let Eric know if you’d like to be part of the fun.
Women’s Bible Study – Nov 2, 9
Join us for a 5-week study of the book It Is Well: Walking Away From Anxiety And Into God’s Word. Is there hope in Christ for us when anxiety swells within? Can we find peace in God when our circumstances are anything but peaceful? The answer to these questions is yes! Key themes: worry, anxiety, peace, hope. You won’t want to miss this study!
Location: Aubrey’s House (message church for address)
Page Turners Book Group – Nov 4, Dec 2
The Page Turners Book Club meets at 5pm the first Tuesday of each month in the Gathering Space. All are welcome.
Nov 4: All the Kings Men by Robert Penn Warren
Dec 2: The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Drugoni
Contact Sally Schuenke for additional info. (608.754.0407)
Men of Iron – Nov 4, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2, Apr 7, May 5
Open to men and boys of all ages. We will use “The Chosen” TV series and curriculum to discuss and explore the Bible in a unique way. Meal provided!
Wednesdays Together – Nov 5
Nov 5 / 6-7:30pm / Gathering Space
Wednesdays Together kick off each new month at First Lutheran with food, fellowship, and fun for all ages. The evening begins at 6pm with a potluck dinner, followed by a chance to grow and connect among children, youth, and adults. This fall we are also adding Communion together at our tables. Come enjoy a delicious meal and great conversation—we’d love to see you there!
First Steps Discipleship Course – Nov 9, 23
(or Feb 21: Entire Course In A Day)
We invite you to join us for First Steps, a welcoming and engaging discipleship course designed to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus, deepen your understanding of the Christian faith, and find your place in the life of the church. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, these classes offer a solid foundation and a supportive community to walk alongside you.
Nov 9: Our Church, Our Mission
Nov 23: Made to Make A Difference
Feb 21, 9am-3pm: One-Day Retreat Option at Lutherdale
Prefer to take all four sessions in one day? Join us for a special retreat experience where we’ll explore each class together, enjoy community, and share a meal—lunch included
To register, use the link below or contact Renee at 608.359.9685 or rengen@flcj.org.
Silent Auction – Nov 9 & 16
Hymn Sing – Nov 12
We would love to have you join us at our monthly Hymn Sings. This month, it’s on Wed, Nov 12, at 1:30pm at Rock Haven – 3400 N County Rd F, Janesville. Bring your friendship and singing voice, and we’ll supply the rest! All are welcome!
Cut-Out Cookie Workshop – Nov 15
Looking ahead to the holidays, Sue and Jer Carpenter are holding a workshop to learn how to make cut-out cookies. It will be held on Nov 15 at 10am in the Fellowship Hall Kitchen.
Since cut-out cookies seem to be what people are looking for at the Cookie Walk, we will be baking a bunch for that event. We will freeze them and frost and decorate them on Dec 6 at 10am.
Sue will share her recipe, which Jer says is “the best he has ever had,” and he was raised in a family that owned a bakery! Come and join the fun.
Safe Families for Children Info & Breakfast – Nov 16
On Sunday, Nov 16, from 10:45-11:45am, Safe Families for Children will be hosting an informational adult forum, along with a continental breakfast, in the Gathering Space. This will be a time where you can learn more about this non-profit that First Lutheran partners with in Rock County and ask your questions.
We will have some fun demos, testimonials, and stories about families that have been helped by Safe Families For Children. ANYONE is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Please consider joining us to see how First Lutheran and other faith organizations have come together to partner with Safe Families for Children, and how else you might be able to support this wonderful mission in your community!