SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT SUNDAY: No one signed up.PLANTING TREES: Thank you to those who worked through the wet weather in order to plant trees this past Saturday!LUTHERAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION PRESENTER: Can you imagine teaching your young child about Jesus - without having any kind of Sunday school materials, or even a basic Bible storybook? This situation is a reality for many Lutheran churches ar...

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Did you know the Book of Concord is available for you to read online?bookofconcord.cph.org has a version that is easy to navigate and can copy sections (with citations) if needed. The text used is from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House.BookofConcord.org The primary text on this site is from Triglot Concordia: The Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Luth...

In September, Botswana celebrated its' 60th Independence Day. Please pray for the country and for the continued work of Bible translation, making it possible for the 31 language groups to hear God's Word.As a regional director, Carl is working with LBT to review budget proposals for projects around the world. LBT receives millions of dollars in proposals each year but is not able to fund everythin...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT SUNDAY: G. SiegelTODAY: There will be no adult Bible study today because Pastor is attending a call meeting. Sunday School kids are asked to meet in the music room for a 20-minute rehearsal following snacks.REFORMATION VESPERS: The Des Moines East and West Circuits are holding a Reformation Vespers service this evening at 4:00pm at Trinity Lutheran in Des Moines.PASTOR ON V...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: Ladies’ GuildADDRESS UPDATES: Waneta Johnson has a new address. Contact the church office.MEN’S RETREAT RESCHEDULED: Due to weather, the retreat has been moved to next weekend, Friday the 23rd and Sat the 24th. Men young and old are invited to a time of fellowship at Jim Skinner’s place.CHILI COOK OFF: The annual Chili and Soup Cook off is scheduled for Sunday, Octobe...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: I. Allen & A. DoyingTHANK YOU: to all who assisted on Fall Clean-up Day to beautify the church inside and out!CONTRACT RUMMY ANYONE? We have Fellowship this coming Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy an exciting game of Contract Rummy.  Bring a snack or two to share with the group.MEN’S RETREAT: Mark your calendars for October 16th and 17th for a time of fellowship at Ji...

As Joshua was preparing to lead the people into the promised land, the Lord encouraged them to, “be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you” (Joshua 1:7). Sadly, the people soon forgot the words of the Lord, became disobedient and “did what was evil in the sight of the Lord and served the Baals” (Judges 2:11). The Apostle Paul wa...

Reformation Vespers - Sunday Oct. 25th 4:00pm at Trinity Lutheran, Des MoinesThe congregations of the East and West Des Moines Circuits are cordially invited to Trinity Lutheran in Des Moines for a Reformation Vespers service.  Sacred music in the service will include selections from congregational hymns, choir, handbells, organ and instruments.Our guest preacher will be the Rev. Nathan Sherrill, ...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: R. Brantner, L. Johnson, C. JohnsonSCHEDULE: No Table Talk this Tuesday. Pastor is at a call meeting. Men’s Bible study will continue to meet on Tuesday morning, Oct 6th and 20th. In November, Men’s Bible study returns to Wednesday mornings as normal.FALL CLEAN UP: Fall clean up day is scheduled for October 10th, with the 17th as a backup in case of bad weather.MEN’S ...

Carlisle is still without water since Wednesday's break. The City of Carlisle remains under a DO NOT USE WATER order and expects to have a boil water advisory when service is restored. More information and updates are available at City of Carlisle's website.At Holy Cross, Divine Service will be held, but other activities at church will be limited until further notice. As a result, there will be no...

During Sunday;s Bible Study on Act 4, the following resource was highlighted:Issues, Etc. interview of Dr. T. C. Schmidt: First Century Jewish Historian Flavius Josephus on Jesus"Josephus and Jesus: New Evidence for the One Called Christ" by Dr T. C. Schmidt. The free PDF may be downloaded here.......

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: Ceci Johnson & E. UrbanCOMING UP:Today – Special Voter’s Meeting            - Council meetingFriday – Card NightSaturday - Ladies Guild planning meeting & presentation27th – Semi-Annual voters meeting; OktoberfestSPECIAL VOTER’S MEETING: There will be a short voters meeting before Bible study today to approve Pastor’s insurance.CONTRACT RUMMY ANYONE?  We have Fellowsh...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: A. FriedrichsCOMING UP:9th – Men’s Bible study resumes- Confirmation parent meeting; choir season begins13th – Council meeting19th – Ladies Guild planning meeting & presentation27th – Semi-Annual voters meeting; OktoberfestTHIS WEEK: Men’s Wednesday morning Bible study resumes this week. Confirmation classes will also begin Wednesday, September 9th with Vespers and a ...

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: A. DoyingCOMING UP:9th – Men’s Bible study resumes- Confirmation parent meeting; choir season begins13th – Council meeting19th – Ladies Guild planning meeting & presentation27th – Semi-Annual voters meeting; OktoberfestCHURCH COOKOUT: for today has been canceled.BEGINNING SOON: Men’s Wednesday morning Bible study resumes next week, the 9th. Confirmation classes will a...

During Bible Study, the following resource was highlighted:Gottesdienst: Lutherans as Evangelical Catholics......

After spending 8 years in Botswana, the Grulke family moved back to the United States in June 2026 and are living nearby in Urbandale, IA! Thanks to technology, they are still able to be part of LBT and Bible translation in Botswana, as well as regional work in southern Africa and Ethiopia. Read the full update in their newsletter here. ......

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: I. Allen & R. Stofer UPCOMING EVENTS:Today - Special voters’ meetingNext Sunday – Potluck following Bible studyAugust 30 – Cookout at shelter houseSPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING: A brief voters meeting will be held today before Bible class to direct the usage of current money in the Benevolence Fund.PARKING LOT: Please, no cars in the parking lot around 10:00am on Monday. JK...

During Bible Study, the following resources were highlighted:Issues, Etc. interview of Dr. T.C. Schmidt: First Century Jewish Historian Flavius Josephus on Jesus......

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: no one signed upUPCOMING EVENTS:Today - Special voters’ meetingWednesday – NO Bible studies or Vespers; Pastor is on vacationAugust 23 – Potluck following Bible studyAugust 30 – Cookout at shelter houseTODAY: Voters’ meeting and Bible study will be held in the sanctuary. At the beginning of Bible study, there will be a short voters meeting about potential fellowship h...