The following links were highlighted during Bible Study on December 7thCTSFW Seminary President John Bruss' Response to Unite Leadership Collective's assertions about LCMS' seminaries. Bjarne W. Teige...  Read More

In their November newsletter, Nathan and Sarah recap the many blessings of 2025 they are thankful for. The family has been traveling for support raising recently and is 95% funded. They are looking fo...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: R. Lundberg & K. HelfertCOMING UP:Today – Council MeetingDec 13 – Light Up Carlisle parade & carolingDec 14 – Christmas programDec 17 – Reception following Advent service...  Read More

In their November newsletter, the Grulkes share some exciting (and yet challenging) updates:-2 local translators from their team have been offered and accepted positions in Botswana's new minority lan...  Read More

The Advent devotional from Steadfast Lutherans is available by clicking the link below. Limited print copies are also available on the table by the bulletins. If you need additional copies, or would l...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: C. Williamson & S. FettCOMING UP:Dec 6 – Ladies’ Guild activityDec 7 – Council MeetingDec 13 – Light Up Carlisle parade & carolingDec 14 – Christmas program; Council Meet...  Read More

Throughout the month of December we celebrate the season of Advent, remembering how the prophet Isaiah declared the miraculous birth of Jesus with these words, “Behold the virgin will conceive and bea...  Read More

Sunday morning, Nov 30th, Divine Service has been cancelled. See the website for streaming options. Stay safe and warm!......  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: Ceci Johnson, A. Rees, A. HarperCOMING UP:Today – Special Voters’ MeetingDec 3 – Soup Supper & Advent serviceDec 6 – Ladies’ Guild activityDec 7 – Christmas program; Coun...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: H. Selby, K. Helfert, M. NathCOMING UP:Thurs 9:30am - Matins & Confessions studyFri 6pm – FellowshipNext Sunday – Special Voters’ MeetingDec 3 – Soup Supper & Advent serv...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: C. Williamson & R. Stofer2026 VOLUNTEER SIGN UPLadies – if you are able, please sign up for 4 Sundays to serve Fellowship and one month to serve Altar Guild.Men / High Sc...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: R. Brantner, L. Johnson, Cindy Johnson2026 VOLUNTEER SIGN UPLadies – if you are able, please sign up for 4 Sundays to serve Fellowship and one month to serve Altar Guild....  Read More

After the celebration of All Saints, the rest of November leads us into the last three Sundays of the church year. During this short season, the hymns and reading emphasize the Judgment Day and the re...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: A Doying & G. SiegelACTIVITIES THIS WEEK:Today! – Chili Cookoff following Bible study4pm - Des Moines Circuit Reformation ServiceSat – 9:30am Ladies’ GuildREFORMATION VES...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: Ladies’ GuildACTIVITIES THIS WEEK:Thursday 9:30 – Matins & Confessions StudySat – Fall Church Cleaning DayNext Sun – Chili Cookoff following Bible study      4pm - Des Mo...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: I. Allen & A. HarperACTIVITIES THIS WEEK:Fri 6:00pm – FellowshipFri & Sat – Men’s OutingCONTRACT RUMMY ANYONE?  We have Fellowship this coming Friday beginning at 6 p.m. ...  Read More

Joyous time for Botswana!Botswana celebrated 59 years of independence, marked with many community events. The president of Botswana announced they will be expanding news programs to reach 4 minority l...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: W. Johnson & K. FeldtTHANK YOU: to the volunteers that keep the church running, safe, and beautiful. Your actions and the time spent may not always be noticed, but the re...  Read More

“Salvation unto us has come, by God’s free grace and favor. Good works cannot avert our doom, they help and save us never. Faith looks to Jesus Christ alone, He is our one Redeemer.” The words of this...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: A. Doying & K. HelfertACTIVITIES THIS WEEK:Today – Voters Meeting & OctoberfestSaturday – Ladies’ Guild: Freezer Meal MakingOCTOBERFEST TODAY! Stick around after the Vote...  Read More

Nathan is now a certified JAARS pilot, but his training isn't done yet. He is now training on the Kodiak, the type of plane he will be flying in PNG. The family is also gearing up for another trip for...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: K. Feldt & B. BarnesTHIS WEEK:Tuesday – Table TalkWednesday – Men’s and Ladies’ Bible StudiesVespers, Confirmation, ChoirThursday – Matins & Confessions StudyFriday – Fel...  Read More

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT WEEK: C. Dee & A. HarperTHIS WEEK:Today – 12:00pm Church Council MeetingTuesday – NO Table TalkWednesday – Men’s and Ladies’ Bible StudiesVespers, Confirmation, Choir BeginsThu...  Read More

The school year has started for MaryJane and Audrey back in the US. Meanwhile, great progress has been made in Botswana. The family now has their residence permits and the translation team will hopefu...  Read More