First Lutheran Church | Janesville, WI

Young Adult Ministry - Thursdays
2026-12-17 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-12-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-12-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | FLC Parsonage
The Young Adult Ministry (High School Senior and Up) meets on Thursdays from 6:30-8pm.
Location: First Lutheran Parsonage
6:30pm: Potluck Meal (bring food to share)
7-8pm: Discuss scripture or other topics of the day.
8pm: Depart or hangout awhile

Youth Group – Wednesdays
2026-12-16 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-12-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-12-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-11-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-11-18 19:00 - 20:30 | FLC Parsonage
Youth Group meets on Wednesdays from 7-8:30pm at the FLC Parsonage. Come and join the fun!
Contact:
Eric Engen, 608.290.7083, eengen@flcj.org

Bible Study
2026-12-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Good Shepherd Janesville, 700 N Wright Rd, Janesville, WI
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 will meet at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Janesville.

Mission Sew
2026-12-16 08:30 - 11:00, 2026-12-02 08:30 - 11:00, 2026-11-18 08:30 - 11:00 | First Senior Housing
Help Mission Sew with cutting, sewing, tying, and pinning 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.

Knitters
2026-12-15 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-12-01 09:00 - 10:30 | First Senior Housing
Join us at 9am at First Senior Housing for smiles, laughs, and lots of knitting!

The BG’s
2026-12-15 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-08 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-01 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-24 08:00 - 11:00 | First Luthearn Church
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!

Centering Prayer
2026-12-14 20:00 - 20:30, 2026-12-07 20:00 - 20:30, 2026-11-30 20:00 - 20:30, 2026-11-23 20:00 - 20:30 | Online Zoom
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: [REDACTED]

Practicing the Way – Thurs, Oct 1
2026-11-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-11-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Good Shepherd Janesville, 700 N Wright Rd, Janesville, WI
Practicing the Way and 8 week course that helps people intentionally follow Jesus through spiritual practices, meaningful community, and everyday rhythms of discipleship. Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or have been following Jesus for many years, this experience offers practical ways to deepen your relationship with Christ and live out your faith in daily life.
Practicing the Way begins Thursday, October 1 and meets weekly until November 19. Choose between evening sessions, 6-7:30pm, including a potluck, or morning sessions, 9-10am.
Session Topics
October 1: Following Jesus
October 8: Formation – Part 1
October 15: Formation – Part 2
October 22: The Practices
October 29: Meeting God in Pain and Suffering
November 5: Healing from Sin
November 12: Crafting a Rule of Life
November 19: Life Together
Sign up for Practicing the Way by calling the office at 608.752.7434 x10.
Contact Renee with any questions rengen@flcj.org or 608.359.9685.
