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Sunday School Teacher & Volunteer Orientation
Aug
24
Sunday School, .HomePage, .Nextsteps

Sunday School Teacher & Volunteer Orientation

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 11:15 AM 12:45 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Orientation for Sunday School teachers & volunteers.

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Bible Matters
Aug
25
Classes, Bible Study, Small Groups

Bible Matters

  • Monday, August 25, 2025
  • 7:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Pastor Karyn for a year-long journey through the lectionary.

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Funeral for Gary Skogen
Aug
26
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Gary Skogen

  • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Gary Skogen.

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Knitters & Prayer Shawls
Aug
26
Serve & Give, Women's Ministries, Small Groups

Knitters & Prayer Shawls

  • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
  • 2:00 PM 3:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gathering together for fellowship and to create prayer shawls

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Courageous Men
Aug
27
Small Groups, Men's Ministries

Courageous Men

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 6:00 AM 7:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Men’s group meets weekly for a time of fellowship & study, Wed mornings

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Coffee with Pastor Karyn
Aug
27
Small Groups

Coffee with Pastor Karyn

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 7:00 AM 8:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gathering on Wed mornings, led by Pastor Karyn, open to all.

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Funeral for Chuck Deeth
Aug
27
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Chuck Deeth

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Chuck Deeth.

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Entering Middle School Milestone
Aug
27
Confirmation, Middle School, .HomePage, FLY, .Nextsteps

Entering Middle School Milestone

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • Fellowship Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For youth and their parents/guardians as they transition from elementary to middle school.

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Entering High School Milestone
Aug
27
Confirmation, FLY, .Nextsteps, High School

Entering High School Milestone

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • Fellowship Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For youth and their parents/guardians as they transition into high school.

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First Choir Practice
Aug
27
Serve & Give, Music, Confirmation Service Opp

First Choir Practice

  • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  • 7:15 PM 8:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Most Wednesdays at 7pm.

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OWLs Fly to Lanesboro for Theater
Aug
28
OWLs, .HomePage

OWLs Fly to Lanesboro for Theater

  • Thursday, August 28, 2025
  • 4:00 PM 10:00 PM
  • Commonweal Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

OWLs fly to Lanesboro for dinner and a play at the Commonweal Theatre.

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Funeral for Rick Schneiderman
Aug
30
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Rick Schneiderman

  • Saturday, August 30, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • Popp Funeral and Cremation Services (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Rick Schneiderman.

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Quilters
Sep
2
Women's Ministries, Serve & Give, Small Groups

Quilters

  • Tuesday, September 2, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 10:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Meets weekly on Tues, 9am in Fireside, Sept–May

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Sunshine Team
Sep
4
Serve & Give, .HomePage

Sunshine Team

  • Thursday, September 4, 2025
  • 9:30 AM 10:30 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Meeting 1st Thur of every month at 9:30am, to help with odd jobs around First.

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First Fest Dinner Theater
Sep
6
FLY

First Fest Dinner Theater

  • Saturday, September 6, 2025
  • 5:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for the First Fest version of our Dinner Theater!

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First Day of Sunday School!
Sep
7
Sunday School, .HomePage, FLY

First Day of Sunday School!

  • Sunday, September 7, 2025
  • 9:15 AM 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Reg your children, get more info, meet the teachers, & get the ball rolling!

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First Fest!
Sep
7
Public, Sunday School, Young Youth, Confirmation, Middle School, High School, .HomePage, FLY

First Fest!

  • Sunday, September 7, 2025
  • 11:45 AM 1:00 PM
  • First Lutheran (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Inviting all to kick-start a new spiritual practice on First Fest Sunday!

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Blood Drive
Sep
8
Serve & Give, High School, Public, .Nextsteps

Blood Drive

  • Monday, September 8, 2025
  • 12:30 PM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Be a hero, save a life… walk-ins welcome, registrations encouraged.

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Dorcas Circle
Sep
9
Women's Ministries, Small Groups

Dorcas Circle

  • Tuesday, September 9, 2025
  • 12:00 PM 1:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Meets the 2nd Tues of the month

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First Day of Gr 8–10 Confirmation Small Groups
Sep
10
Confirmation, .HomePage

First Day of Gr 8–10 Confirmation Small Groups

  • Wednesday, September 10, 2025
  • 7:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Small groups begin for grades 8–10

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Quilt Auction & Fall Festival @ Sugar Creek
Sep
13
.HomePage

Quilt Auction & Fall Festival @ Sugar Creek

  • Saturday, September 13, 2025
  • 8:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Annual Quilt Auction & Fall Festival at Sugar Creek Bible Camp!

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5K Fun Run/Walk @ Sugar Creek
Sep
13
.Nextsteps

5K Fun Run/Walk @ Sugar Creek

  • Saturday, September 13, 2025
  • 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

5K Fun Run/Walk at Sugar Creek supports summer ministries at the camp.

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First Day of Gr 6 & 7 Confirmation Classes
Sep
14
Confirmation, .HomePage

First Day of Gr 6 & 7 Confirmation Classes

  • Sunday, September 14, 2025
  • 9:15 AM 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grade 6 & 7 confirmation begins

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Parent Share
Sep
14
Small Groups

Parent Share

  • Sunday, September 14, 2025
  • 9:15 AM 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Carla Stanton, certified spiritual director and mom of 3, in room 201 every Sunday, 9:15am while the kids are at Sunday School.

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Faith Building Block: Grade 3—The Bible
Sep
14
to Oct 5
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: Grade 3—The Bible

  • Sun, Sep 14, 2025 9:15 AM Sun, Oct 5, 2025 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our third graders are gifted a new Bible and learn about God’s word in this Faith Building Block.

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Elizabeth Circle
Sep
15
Women's Ministries, Small Groups

Elizabeth Circle

  • Monday, September 15, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 2:00 PM
  • Member's Homes (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Meeting the 3rd Monday of the month.

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OWLs Potluck
Sep
17
OWLs, .HomePage, Small Groups

OWLs Potluck

  • Wednesday, September 17, 2025
  • 12:00 PM 1:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

OWLs monthly potluck; contact Brian for details

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Grief Support Group
Sep
18
Small Groups, .HomePage

Grief Support Group

  • Thursday, September 18, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join with others who have experienced loss, and receive support from one another. Every third Thursday.

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Cookies for College Students!
Sep
29
Serve & Give, .HomePage, .Nextsteps

Cookies for College Students!

  • Monday, September 29, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bake cookies for our college students!

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Monday Meal @ Trinity
Sep
29
Serve & Give, .HomePage, .Nextsteps, Confirmation Service Opp

Monday Meal @ Trinity

  • Monday, September 29, 2025
  • 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Help serve the community meal at Trinity Lutheran.

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Faith-Filled-48! @ Sugar Creek
Oct
3
to Oct 5
Sunday School, Young Youth, .HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY, Middle School, High School, Confirmation, Confirmation Elective

Faith-Filled-48! @ Sugar Creek

  • Fri, Oct 3, 2025 4:00 PM Sun, Oct 5, 2025 12:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We all need more play days! Join us for some fun at our camp!

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Baptismal Preparation
Oct
11
.HomePage, .Nextsteps

Baptismal Preparation

  • Saturday, October 11, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Contact the office to schedule: 608.783.2236 / office@firstlu.org

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Faith Building Block: 3-Year Old—Praying Together
Oct
12
to Nov 2
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: 3-Year Old—Praying Together

  • Sun, Oct 12, 2025 9:15 AM Sun, Nov 2, 2025 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our 3-yr olds learn about prayer in this Faith Building Block.

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ConFest
Oct
15
Confirmation, .HomePage

ConFest

  • Wednesday, October 15, 2025
  • 5:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • Trinity Lutheran (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

An evening of fellowship and worship for confirmation youth in the La Crosse Area Synod.

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New-Member Social
Oct
16
.HomePage, .Nextsteps

New-Member Social

  • Thursday, October 16, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

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.

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Volunteer Work Weekend for Fall @ First
Oct
18
Confirmation Service Opp, Serve & Give, Confirmation, Middle School, Middle & High School, FLY, High School, .HomePage

Volunteer Work Weekend for Fall @ First

  • Saturday, October 18, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Great opportunity to make First look nice!

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Affirmation of Baptism
Oct
26
Confirmation, Worship

Affirmation of Baptism

  • Sunday, October 26, 2025
  • 1:30 PM 2:30 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

We give thanks for the gift of baptism & for the confirmands who make public affirmation of their baptism.

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Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Nov
1
.HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY, Young Youth, Sunday School

Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek

  • Saturday, November 1, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 7:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

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Faith Building Block: Grade 1—Ten Commandments
Nov
2
to Nov 23
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: Grade 1—Ten Commandments

  • Sun, Nov 2, 2025 9:15 AM Sun, Nov 23, 2025 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our 1st graders learn about the 10 commandments in this Faith Building Block.

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Middle & High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Nov
7
to Nov 8
High School, .Nextsteps, FLY, Confirmation Elective, Confirmation, Middle School

Middle & High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek

  • Fri, Nov 7, 2025 7:00 PM Sat, Nov 8, 2025 7:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

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Faith Building Block: Grade 2—What's Fair
Jan
11
to Feb 1
Sunday School, .HomePage

Faith Building Block: Grade 2—What's Fair

  • Sun, Jan 11, 2026 9:15 AM Sun, Feb 1, 2026 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our 2nd graders learn about God’s love and “What’s Fair” in this Faith Building Block.

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Faith Building Block: Grade 4—Apostles' Creed
Feb
1
to Mar 1
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: Grade 4—Apostles' Creed

  • Sun, Feb 1, 2026 9:15 AM Sun, Mar 1, 2026 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our 4th graders learn about the Apostles’ Creed in this Faith Building Block.

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High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Feb
6
to Feb 7
High School, .Nextsteps, FLY, Confirmation Elective, Confirmation

High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek

  • Fri, Feb 6, 2026 7:00 PM Sat, Feb 7, 2026 7:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

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Confirmation Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Mar
6
to Mar 7
.HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY, Confirmation Elective, Confirmation

Confirmation Retreat @ Sugar Creek

  • Fri, Mar 6, 2026 7:00 PM Sat, Mar 7, 2026 7:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

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Faith Building Block: Grade 5—Communion
Mar
8
to Apr 2
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: Grade 5—Communion

  • Sun, Mar 8, 2026 9:15 AM Thu, Apr 2, 2026 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our 5th graders learn about and prepare for the sacrament of communion in this Faith Building Block.

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Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek
Mar
21
.HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY, Young Youth, Sunday School

Elementary Retreat @ Sugar Creek

  • Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 7:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience how to connect with the living God at Sugar Creek!

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Faith Building Block: Kindergarten—Lord's Prayer
Apr
12
to May 3
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: Kindergarten—Lord's Prayer

  • Sun, Apr 12, 2026 9:15 AM Sun, May 3, 2026 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our students in Kindergarten learn the Lord’s Prayer in this Faith Building Block.

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Volunteer Work Weekend for Spring @ First
Apr
18
Confirmation Service Opp, Serve & Give, Confirmation, Middle School, Middle & High School, FLY, High School, .HomePage

Volunteer Work Weekend for Spring @ First

  • Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • 9:00 AM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Great opportunity to make First look nice!

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Faith Building Block: 4K—The Keys
May
3
to May 17
Sunday School

Faith Building Block: 4K—The Keys

  • Sun, May 3, 2026 9:15 AM Sun, May 17, 2026 10:15 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our students in 4K learn about “the keys” of confession & forgiveness in this Faith Building Block.

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Faith Webs Commitment Deadline!
May
17
.Nextsteps, Faith Webs

Faith Webs Commitment Deadline!

  • Sunday, May 17, 2026
  • 1:00 AM 11:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A reminder that all donations toward the commitment made at the beginning of the school year are due.

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One Worship & Celebration
May
17
Worship, Peer Ministry, Confirmation, Sunday School, Faith Webs

One Worship & Celebration

  • Sunday, May 17, 2026
  • 9:30 AM 10:30 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Only one worship service on Sunday, May 19, at 9am.

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Confirmation Camp @ Sugar Creek
Jun
14
to Jun 19
Confirmation, .Nextsteps

Confirmation Camp @ Sugar Creek

  • Sun, Jun 14, 2026 2:00 PM Fri, Jun 19, 2026 3:00 PM
  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Confirmation Camp, for youth entering grade 8 in the fall.

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Vacation Bible School
Aug
2
to Aug 6
Young Youth, Sunday School, Public, .HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY, Confirmation Service Opp, Serve & Give

Vacation Bible School

  • Sun, Aug 2, 2026 5:00 PM Thu, Aug 6, 2026 8:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Plan ahead to be here for Vacation Bible School this summer!

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ELCA Youth Gathering 2027 @ Minneaplis
Jun
28
to Jul 2
High School, FLY, .Nextsteps

ELCA Youth Gathering 2027 @ Minneaplis

  • Mon, Jun 28, 2027 2:30 PM Fri, Jul 2, 2027 3:30 PM
  • New Orleans, LA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The next gathering will be June 28–July 2 in Minneapolis!

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Outdoor Worship & Potluck
Aug
24
Members, Worship

Outdoor Worship & Potluck

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Outdoor worship and potluck on 5th Ave.

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Faith Webs Thank You Sunday
Aug
24
.HomePage, Faith Webs

Faith Webs Thank You Sunday

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gathering all Faith Webs together one last time, to bless these relationships and to say thank you.

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Grade 6–10 Confirmation Orientation
Aug
24
Confirmation, .HomePage, .Nextsteps, FLY

Grade 6–10 Confirmation Orientation

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 9:15 AM 9:45 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn what confirmation has in store this year.

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Sunday Morning Worship
Aug
24
Worship

Sunday Morning Worship

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 8:00 AM 9:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In-person worship on Sundays, and also live streamed.

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Blessing Backpacks & Devices/Students & Staff
Aug
24
Young Youth, Middle School, High School, Sunday School, .HomePage

Blessing Backpacks & Devices/Students & Staff

  • Sunday, August 24, 2025
  • 8:00 AM 10:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a blessing to start the school year, for all students & staff, K–college.

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Fall Nosh with Neighbors: Pertzsch, Preschool & Headstart
Aug
20
Serve & Give, .HomePage, .Nextsteps

Fall Nosh with Neighbors: Pertzsch, Preschool & Headstart

  • Wednesday, August 20, 2025
  • 11:30 AM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Help provide a lunch to the staff of Pertzsch, First Preschool and UMC Head Start as they kick-off a new school year.

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Sugar Creek Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Aug
18
.Nextsteps

Sugar Creek Golf Tournament Fundraiser

  • Monday, August 18, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 4:00 PM
  • Viroqua Hills Golf Course (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The annual Sugar Creek fundraiser at Viroqua Hills Golf Course. Contact Sugar Creek directly for more info: 608.734.3113

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Northside Neighborhood Block Party @ Trinity
Aug
11
Serve & Give, .HomePage, .Nextsteps, Confirmation Service Opp

Northside Neighborhood Block Party @ Trinity

  • Monday, August 11, 2025
  • 5:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • Trinity Lutheran (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come celebrate community & join in the fun at the Northside Neighborhood Block Party!

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All-Church Picnic & Waterslide!
Aug
7
to Aug 8
.HomePage, Sunday School, Young Youth, High School, Middle School

All-Church Picnic & Waterslide!

  • Thu, Aug 7, 2025 5:00 PM Fri, Aug 8, 2025 6:00 PM
  • Van Riper Dog Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Church-wide picnic at Van Riper Park! Food and fellowship for all, and water-park fun for kids!

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Middle School Service Trip @ Indianapolis
Jul
27
to Aug 1
.Nextsteps, Confirmation Service Opp, Serve & Give, FLY, Middle School, Service Trip

Middle School Service Trip @ Indianapolis

  • Sun, Jul 27, 2025 6:00 AM Fri, Aug 1, 2025 10:00 PM
  • Indianapolis, IN (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Serving in Indianapolis, from July 27–Aug 1, for youth currently in grades 6–8

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High School Service Trip @ North Carolina
Jul
25
to Aug 3
High School, .Nextsteps, Confirmation Service Opp, Serve & Give, FLY, Service Trip

High School Service Trip @ North Carolina

  • Fri, Jul 25, 2025 6:00 AM Sun, Aug 3, 2025 10:00 PM
  • Asheville, North Carolina United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Serving in western North Carolina, from July 25–Aug 3, for youth currently in grades 9–12

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Middle School Tie Dye Party!
Jul
20
Middle School, .HomePage

Middle School Tie Dye Party!

  • Sunday, July 20, 2025
  • 11:30 AM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For grades 6–8.

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Sending Sunday for Youth Ministries
Jul
20
Middle School, .HomePage

Sending Sunday for Youth Ministries

  • Sunday, July 20, 2025
  • 8:00 AM 10:00 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Help send off our middle & high school youth as they begin their summer ministries.

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Young Youth Dog Day!
Jul
18
Young Youth, .Nextsteps

Young Youth Dog Day!

  • Friday, July 18, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 2:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grades K-5 will learn how to be good stewards of God’s faithful creatures!

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Funeral for Sue Richason
Jul
17
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Sue Richason

  • Thursday, July 17, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Sue Richason.

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CANCELLED: High School Beach Day
Jul
13
High School

CANCELLED: High School Beach Day

  • Sunday, July 13, 2025
  • 11:30 AM 3:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

High school youth group will spend the afternoon at the beach!

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Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
Jul
13
Serve & Give, .HomePage, .Nextsteps

Volunteer Appreciation Picnic

  • Sunday, July 13, 2025
  • 11:15 AM 12:30 PM
  • Rowe Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrating everyone at First who helps bring Faith Alive!

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Shoe Drive
Jul
1
to Jul 31
Serve & Give, .Nextsteps

Shoe Drive

  • Tue, Jul 1, 2025 9:00 AM Thu, Jul 31, 2025 3:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Purchase new athletic shoes for First Teen Clothes Closet, so youth have nice shoes for the start of school.

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OWLs Fly to Band Concert @ Riverside Park
Jun
25
OWLs, .HomePage, .Nextsteps

OWLs Fly to Band Concert @ Riverside Park

  • Wednesday, June 25, 2025
  • 4:30 PM 9:00 PM
  • Riverside Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

OWLs fly to band concert at Riverside Park.

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Funeral for Verna Jergens
Jun
21
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Verna Jergens

  • Saturday, June 21, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Verna Jergens.

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Synod Night Out at the Loggers
Jun
15
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Synod Night Out at the Loggers

  • Sunday, June 15, 2025
  • 5:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • Copeland Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grab a seat at Copeland Park with the La Crosse Area Synod!

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Worship @ Riverside & Synod-Wide Picnic
Jun
8
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Worship @ Riverside & Synod-Wide Picnic

  • Sunday, June 8, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • Riverside Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our second worship service will be at Riverside Park at 10am, with the entire La Crosse Area Synod!

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Foundation Grant Deadline
Jun
1
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Foundation Grant Deadline

  • Sunday, June 1, 2025
  • 11:55 PM 11:55 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

The application window for the First Lutheran Foundation grant opens Jan 1 each year, and closes on June 1.

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High School Kayak & Paddle Board
Jun
1
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High School Kayak & Paddle Board

  • Sunday, June 1, 2025
  • 11:30 AM 3:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

High school youth group will spend the afternoon on the water!

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Young Youth Pic and Kick
May
31
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Young Youth Pic and Kick

  • Saturday, May 31, 2025
  • 11:00 AM 12:30 PM
  • Apple Valley Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grades K-5 gather for a picnic and some kickball!

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OWLs Fly to Norskedalen
May
29
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OWLs Fly to Norskedalen

  • Thursday, May 29, 2025
  • 1:30 PM 6:00 PM
  • Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

OWLs fly to Norskedalen!

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Wed. Night Study Group
May
28
Bible Study, .Nextsteps, .HomePage, Small Groups

Wed. Night Study Group

  • Wednesday, May 28, 2025
  • 7:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Pastor Stanton and Pastor Karyn as for a Wednesday Night Study Group.

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Funeral for Ryan Walker
May
23
Funerals & Memorials, .HomePage

Funeral for Ryan Walker

  • Friday, May 23, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We lift in prayer the family and friends of Ryan Walker.

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Middle School Sports Event
May
18
Middle School, .Nextsteps

Middle School Sports Event

  • Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • 11:30 AM 1:30 PM
  • First Lutheran Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
Flyer for the Middle School Sports Event, showing graphics of various sports and providing the same info as found on this website.

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.


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Madalyn Olson-Loomis

Middle School Events Director

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Peer Ministry Commissioning
May
18
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Peer Ministry Commissioning

  • Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • 9:30 AM 10:30 AM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrating the youth who worked to become better ministers to their peers.

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