FLC Email | 2026.11.11
FLC Weekly Reflection & E-News | 2026.11.11
Brick by Brick: Building Faith Together!
A weekly reflection and a look ahead at Faith Lutheran Church.
A weekly reflection and a look ahead at Faith Lutheran Church.
This Week’s Reflection
In our world today there are those who try to predict when Jesus will come back again. Students of church history know that such intense foretelling about when the world will end has existed throughout the centuries. For some soothsayers, each major event in world history is explained as part of the calendar of the end time. There is nothing about this faddish preoccupation that is necessarily wrong or evil, unless, of course, it becomes a reason for inactivity. If we try to use the anticipation of the end time as an excuse for not serving the needy, not attending to the alienated and the persecuted, then it has been badly misconstrued.
It is said that a famous church leader was once asked what he would do today if he knew that Christ would return tomorrow. The leader responded, “I’d work in my garden.” The point is that our Christian discipleship must continue no matter what the future holds. In Matthew 25:1-13, the not-so-wise maidens did not use the bridegroom’s absence to prepare for his arrival. The words of Amos 5:25 remind us how are to keep busy while we wait for Jesus' return: "But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream."
On Nov 8, we were blessed to have the Faith Choir sing the lovely anthem "To Sing Once More" by Craig Courtney, with Director Kaitlyn Konrardy. Jean Abel accompanied our worship service on the organ, with Bonnie Brix's beautiful voice leading us in our liturgy. In honor of Veteran's Day, we recognized those from our congregation who have served in the military. We also introduced our stewardship theme for November: Down, In, Out. Kade Stackman, our first stewardship speaker, spoke about how God has come Down to us in Jesus Christ (John 3:16) and how our lives take the form of the cross through our stewardship practice. Kade also shared about what Faith Lutheran Church means to his family and how important it is to have a church where he and his family can grow in faith.
It is said that a famous church leader was once asked what he would do today if he knew that Christ would return tomorrow. The leader responded, “I’d work in my garden.” The point is that our Christian discipleship must continue no matter what the future holds. In Matthew 25:1-13, the not-so-wise maidens did not use the bridegroom’s absence to prepare for his arrival. The words of Amos 5:25 remind us how are to keep busy while we wait for Jesus' return: "But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream."
On Nov 8, we were blessed to have the Faith Choir sing the lovely anthem "To Sing Once More" by Craig Courtney, with Director Kaitlyn Konrardy. Jean Abel accompanied our worship service on the organ, with Bonnie Brix's beautiful voice leading us in our liturgy. In honor of Veteran's Day, we recognized those from our congregation who have served in the military. We also introduced our stewardship theme for November: Down, In, Out. Kade Stackman, our first stewardship speaker, spoke about how God has come Down to us in Jesus Christ (John 3:16) and how our lives take the form of the cross through our stewardship practice. Kade also shared about what Faith Lutheran Church means to his family and how important it is to have a church where he and his family can grow in faith.
Upcoming This Week!
FLY Advisory Team Mtg | Wed., Nov. 11th at 5:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Choir Practice | Wed., Nov. 11th at 6:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Piece Corps | Thurs., Nov. 12th at 8:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Faith Fire Praise Band Practice | Sat., Nov. 14th at 9:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Sunday Worship | Sun., Nov. 15th at 9:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
FLAME Adult Education | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
FLY Time! | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
GLOW/RISE Education | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
GLOW Christmas Practice | Sun., Nov. 15th at 6:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Staff Meeting | Tues., Nov. 17th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Staff Meeting - Educ. | Tues., Nov. 17th at 11:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Book Club | Tues., Nov. 17th at 6:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Personnel Team Mtg | Tues., Nov. 17th at 1:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Martin Luther Reformation | Tues., Nov. 17th at 5:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
FLY Advisory Team Mtg | Wed., Nov. 11th at 5:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Choir Practice | Wed., Nov. 11th at 6:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Piece Corps | Thurs., Nov. 12th at 8:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Faith Fire Praise Band Practice | Sat., Nov. 14th at 9:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Sunday Worship | Sun., Nov. 15th at 9:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
FLAME Adult Education | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
FLY Time! | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
GLOW/RISE Education | Sun., Nov. 15th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
GLOW Christmas Practice | Sun., Nov. 15th at 6:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Staff Meeting | Tues., Nov. 17th at 10:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Staff Meeting - Educ. | Tues., Nov. 17th at 11:00 AM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Book Club | Tues., Nov. 17th at 6:30 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Personnel Team Mtg | Tues., Nov. 17th at 1:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Martin Luther Reformation | Tues., Nov. 17th at 5:00 PM CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Church Photo Directories are in!
Please stop by the office to pick yours up if you had a photo taken.
Please stop by the office to pick yours up if you had a photo taken.
FLY Dough to Dough Fundraiser
Dough for Dough – Holiday Cookie Dough Fundraiser!
This holiday season, bless your home and support our youth with the gift of fresh, homemade Christmas cookies!
Our Dough for Dough Fundraiser supports both this year’s youth activities and the 2027 Youth Mission Trip. We’re excited to offer 2 lb and 3 lb tins of Christmas cut-out cookie dough, packaged in festive decorative tins and made by our youth and volunteers.
$ Prices:
• 2 lb tin – $10
• 3 lb tin – $15
How to Order:
• Contact FLY Member
OR
• Sign up by clicking "Register Now" link on our calendar.
Your purchase helps our youth grow in faith, serve others, and take part in meaningful experiences all year long—including a life-changing mission trip.
Thank you for supporting our kids and sharing the love this Christmas season!
Dough for Dough – Holiday Cookie Dough Fundraiser!
This holiday season, bless your home and support our youth with the gift of fresh, homemade Christmas cookies!
Our Dough for Dough Fundraiser supports both this year’s youth activities and the 2027 Youth Mission Trip. We’re excited to offer 2 lb and 3 lb tins of Christmas cut-out cookie dough, packaged in festive decorative tins and made by our youth and volunteers.
$ Prices:
• 2 lb tin – $10
• 3 lb tin – $15
- Order as many as you’d like!
- Pickup: December 6
How to Order:
• Contact FLY Member
OR
• Sign up by clicking "Register Now" link on our calendar.
Your purchase helps our youth grow in faith, serve others, and take part in meaningful experiences all year long—including a life-changing mission trip.
Thank you for supporting our kids and sharing the love this Christmas season!
Fair Trade Sale
November 22, 2026 | Following Service | Gathering Area
Stop by today and support Fair Trade producers around the world!
The Green Team & Social Concerns Team will be offering a variety of Fair Trade coffee, tea, and chocolate.
Your purchase makes a difference—all proceeds go directly to the people and producers who provide these Fair Trade products.
Thank you for supporting Fair Trade and helping make a difference through your purchases!
November 22, 2026 | Following Service | Gathering Area
Stop by today and support Fair Trade producers around the world!
The Green Team & Social Concerns Team will be offering a variety of Fair Trade coffee, tea, and chocolate.
Your purchase makes a difference—all proceeds go directly to the people and producers who provide these Fair Trade products.
Thank you for supporting Fair Trade and helping make a difference through your purchases!
Thanksgiving Worship Service & Pie Social
November 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Pie Social Follows Service
Join us at Faith Lutheran Church for a special Thanksgiving worship service as we gather to give thanks for God’s many blessings. We’ll take time to reflect on the gifts of faith, family, friends, and community as we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Following worship, stay and enjoy a Pie Social with delicious pie, fellowship, and time together as a church family!
We look forward to celebrating this season of gratitude with you. Everyone is welcome!
Come give thanks, share a slice, and celebrate God’s goodness!
November 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Pie Social Follows Service
Join us at Faith Lutheran Church for a special Thanksgiving worship service as we gather to give thanks for God’s many blessings. We’ll take time to reflect on the gifts of faith, family, friends, and community as we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Following worship, stay and enjoy a Pie Social with delicious pie, fellowship, and time together as a church family!
We look forward to celebrating this season of gratitude with you. Everyone is welcome!
Come give thanks, share a slice, and celebrate God’s goodness!
Volunteer at Rotary Winter Wonderland!
Friday, December 18 | 6:45–9:00 PM
Let’s keep the holiday spirit glowing by serving together at Rotary Winter Wonderland!
Faith Lutheran Church volunteers will help greet visitors and collect food donations for those in need. The evening will be divided into two or three shifts, giving you flexibility to choose a time that works best for you.
This is a wonderful opportunity for our Faith Lutheran Church Family to serve together while spreading some holiday cheer throughout our community!
Watch for the sign-up poster later this month. For more information, contact Pam Johnson.
Let's make the evening bright for everyone who visits!
Friday, December 18 | 6:45–9:00 PM
Let’s keep the holiday spirit glowing by serving together at Rotary Winter Wonderland!
Faith Lutheran Church volunteers will help greet visitors and collect food donations for those in need. The evening will be divided into two or three shifts, giving you flexibility to choose a time that works best for you.
This is a wonderful opportunity for our Faith Lutheran Church Family to serve together while spreading some holiday cheer throughout our community!
Watch for the sign-up poster later this month. For more information, contact Pam Johnson.
Let's make the evening bright for everyone who visits!
Small Group Opportunities
FALL FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Please sign-up in the Gathering Area for one (or more) of the following opportunities to get to one another better this fall....
Men’s Group – Are there any men who are interested in getting together once-a-month for breakfast and Devotions/Bible study?
German Baking – Last year we had a successful Scandinavian Baking event on a Saturday morning that was led by three Faith Lutheran members. This year we have had a request to try a German Baking event. (Black Forest Chocolate Cake or Feffernuts, anyone?)
Dinner Groups – For the past 2 years, we have had several “Dinner for 8” groups meet periodically for food, fellowship and reflection. In fact, some groups are still meeting! This is an opportunity to meet fellow worshippers in a relaxed setting and make new friends.
Men’s Group – Are there any men who are interested in getting together once-a-month for breakfast and Devotions/Bible study?
German Baking – Last year we had a successful Scandinavian Baking event on a Saturday morning that was led by three Faith Lutheran members. This year we have had a request to try a German Baking event. (Black Forest Chocolate Cake or Feffernuts, anyone?)
Dinner Groups – For the past 2 years, we have had several “Dinner for 8” groups meet periodically for food, fellowship and reflection. In fact, some groups are still meeting! This is an opportunity to meet fellow worshippers in a relaxed setting and make new friends.
GLOW Host of the Day - Sign Up Now!
Help make Sunday mornings welcoming and run smoothly!
We are looking for volunteers to serve as a GLOW Host of the Day throughout the upcoming year. This is a simple but important way to support our GLOW families, teachers, and volunteers each Sunday.
As a GLOW Host, you may:
We're looking for friendly, organized individuals who enjoy helping others and creating a welcoming environment for children, families, and volunteers.
A small role that makes a big difference in helping our Sunday mornings run smoothly!
Interested in helping? Sign Up Now or reach out to Justin with questions.
We are looking for volunteers to serve as a GLOW Host of the Day throughout the upcoming year. This is a simple but important way to support our GLOW families, teachers, and volunteers each Sunday.
As a GLOW Host, you may:
- Welcome students and families as they arrive.
- Assist with student check-in and check-out.
- Help teachers with printing, copying, or gathering materials.
- Help gather supplies teachers may need during the morning.
- Provide general support in the Education Office.
We're looking for friendly, organized individuals who enjoy helping others and creating a welcoming environment for children, families, and volunteers.
A small role that makes a big difference in helping our Sunday mornings run smoothly!
Interested in helping? Sign Up Now or reach out to Justin with questions.
CYBER FRAUD WARNING & REMINDER
Please remember: Faith Lutheran Church will never ask you to purchase gift cards, send money, or provide gift card numbers or other financial information by email or text. We want to remind everyone to be cautious when receiving unexpected messages that appear to come from church staff or Pastor Heather. Before responding, check the sender’s email address carefully. Pastor Heather’s official email address is pastor@faithmarshfield.com. If a message seems suspicious, do not reply or click on links. Use your email provider’s “Report Phishing” feature instead. If you have responded to a fraudulent message or experienced financial loss, contact your bank or card provider immediately. You may also report the incident to local authorities and at ic3.gov or reportfraud.ftc.gov. Please notify the church office as well so we can assist and monitor for additional scams. When in doubt, stop and verify before you act.
Please remember: Faith Lutheran Church will never ask you to purchase gift cards, send money, or provide gift card numbers or other financial information by email or text. We want to remind everyone to be cautious when receiving unexpected messages that appear to come from church staff or Pastor Heather. Before responding, check the sender’s email address carefully. Pastor Heather’s official email address is pastor@faithmarshfield.com. If a message seems suspicious, do not reply or click on links. Use your email provider’s “Report Phishing” feature instead. If you have responded to a fraudulent message or experienced financial loss, contact your bank or card provider immediately. You may also report the incident to local authorities and at ic3.gov or reportfraud.ftc.gov. Please notify the church office as well so we can assist and monitor for additional scams. When in doubt, stop and verify before you act.
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