Sunday School Teacher & Volunteer Orientation
Orientation for Sunday School teachers & volunteers.
Entering Middle School Milestone
For youth and their parents/guardians as they transition from elementary to middle school.
Entering High School Milestone
For youth and their parents/guardians as they transition into high school.
OWLs Fly to Lanesboro for Theater
OWLs fly to Lanesboro for dinner and a play at the Commonweal Theatre.
Funeral for Rick Schneiderman
We lift in prayer the family and friends of Rick Schneiderman.
Sunshine Team
Meeting 1st Thur of every month at 9:30am, to help with odd jobs around First.
First Day of Sunday School!
Reg your children, get more info, meet the teachers, & get the ball rolling!
Quilt Auction & Fall Festival @ Sugar Creek
Join the Annual Quilt Auction & Fall Festival at Sugar Creek Bible Camp!
5K Fun Run/Walk @ Sugar Creek
5K Fun Run/Walk at Sugar Creek supports summer ministries at the camp.
Parent Share
Join Carla Stanton, certified spiritual director and mom of 3, in room 201 every Sunday, 9:15am while the kids are at Sunday School.
Faith Building Block: Grade 3—The Bible
Our third graders are gifted a new Bible and learn about God’s word in this Faith Building Block.
Grief Support Group
Join with others who have experienced loss, and receive support from one another. Every third Thursday.
Faith-Filled-48! @ Sugar Creek
We all need more play days! Join us for some fun at our camp!
Baptismal Preparation
Contact the office to schedule: 608.783.2236 / office@firstlu.org
Faith Building Block: 3-Year Old—Praying Together
Our 3-yr olds learn about prayer in this Faith Building Block.
ConFest
An evening of fellowship and worship for confirmation youth in the La Crosse Area Synod.
New-Member Social
People who would like to become members of First are invited to this informal gathering, where you will get to know more about First and the staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Click here to reg & learn more.
Volunteer Work Weekend for Fall @ First
Great opportunity to make First look nice!
Affirmation of Baptism
We give thanks for the gift of baptism & for the confirmands who make public affirmation of their baptism.
Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!
Faith Building Block: Grade 1—Ten Commandments
Our 1st graders learn about the 10 commandments in this Faith Building Block.
Middle & High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!
Faith Building Block: Grade 2—What's Fair
Our 2nd graders learn about God’s love and “What’s Fair” in this Faith Building Block.
Faith Building Block: Grade 4—Apostles' Creed
Our 4th graders learn about the Apostles’ Creed in this Faith Building Block.
High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!
Confirmation Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!
Faith Building Block: Grade 5—Communion
Our 5th graders learn about and prepare for the sacrament of communion in this Faith Building Block.
Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!
Faith Building Block: Kindergarten—Lord's Prayer
Our students in Kindergarten learn the Lord’s Prayer in this Faith Building Block.
Volunteer Work Weekend for Spring @ First
Great opportunity to make First look nice!
Faith Building Block: 4K—The Keys
Our students in 4K learn about “the keys” of confession & forgiveness in this Faith Building Block.
Faith Webs Commitment Deadline!
A reminder that all donations toward the commitment made at the beginning of the school year are due.
Confirmation Camp @ Sugar Creek
Confirmation Camp, for youth entering grade 8 in the fall.
Vacation Bible School
Plan ahead to be here for Vacation Bible School this summer!
ELCA Youth Gathering 2027 @ Minneaplis
The next gathering will be June 28–July 2 in Minneapolis!
Faith Webs Thank You Sunday
Gathering all Faith Webs together one last time, to bless these relationships and to say thank you.
Blessing Backpacks & Devices/Students & Staff
Join us for a blessing to start the school year, for all students & staff, K–college.
Fall Nosh with Neighbors: Pertzsch, Preschool & Headstart
Help provide a lunch to the staff of Pertzsch, First Preschool and UMC Head Start as they kick-off a new school year.
Sugar Creek Golf Tournament Fundraiser
The annual Sugar Creek fundraiser at Viroqua Hills Golf Course. Contact Sugar Creek directly for more info: 608.734.3113
Northside Neighborhood Block Party @ Trinity
Come celebrate community & join in the fun at the Northside Neighborhood Block Party!
All-Church Picnic & Waterslide!
Church-wide picnic at Van Riper Park! Food and fellowship for all, and water-park fun for kids!
Middle School Service Trip @ Indianapolis
Serving in Indianapolis, from July 27–Aug 1, for youth currently in grades 6–8
High School Service Trip @ North Carolina
Serving in western North Carolina, from July 25–Aug 3, for youth currently in grades 9–12
Sending Sunday for Youth Ministries
Help send off our middle & high school youth as they begin their summer ministries.
Young Youth Dog Day!
Grades K-5 will learn how to be good stewards of God’s faithful creatures!
CANCELLED: High School Beach Day
High school youth group will spend the afternoon at the beach!
Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
Celebrating everyone at First who helps bring Faith Alive!
Shoe Drive
Purchase new athletic shoes for First Teen Clothes Closet, so youth have nice shoes for the start of school.
Synod Night Out at the Loggers
Grab a seat at Copeland Park with the La Crosse Area Synod!
Worship @ Riverside & Synod-Wide Picnic
Our second worship service will be at Riverside Park at 10am, with the entire La Crosse Area Synod!
Foundation Grant Deadline
The application window for the First Lutheran Foundation grant opens Jan 1 each year, and closes on June 1.
High School Kayak & Paddle Board
High school youth group will spend the afternoon on the water!
Wed. Night Study Group
Join Pastor Stanton and Pastor Karyn as for a Wednesday Night Study Group.
Middle School Sports Event
Middle schoolers (grades 6-8) are invited to play sports outside (weather permitting)!
Snacks will be provided!
If interested in joining please contact the middle school event coordinator, Madi, at madalyn@firstlu.org.
Peer Ministry Commissioning
Celebrating the youth who worked to become better ministers to their peers.