This Week @ First

There's often lots happening at First!

Here you can check out some of the upcoming events happening in the next week or two, and learn how you can be involved.

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September–May

Sundays: 8am, 10:30am and Wednesdays: 6:15pm

June–August

Sundays: 8am & 10am

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Events

These events will take place in the next week or two…

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Baskets of Belonging
Oct 12
Baskets of Belonging
Take the MAP (Mission Assessment Profile)
Oct 20
Take the MAP (Mission Assessment Profile)

All members are asked for their input to help build the future of First Lutheran.

Faith Building Block: Grade 1—Ten Commandments
Nov 2
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
Nov 7
Middle & High School Retreat @ Sugar Creek

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

Sunday Morning Worship
Nov 9
Sunday Morning Worship

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

Sunday Morning Bible Study
Nov 9
Sunday Morning Bible Study

Join Madalyn Olson-Loomis for a year-long discussion of Sunday’s sermon and Narrative readings.

Parent Share
Nov 9
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.

Assist with Story Time
Nov 9
Assist with Story Time
Middle School Service Trip Info Meeting
Nov 9
Middle School Service Trip Info Meeting

Learn more about the 2026 Middle School service trip to Milwaukee.

First Teen Clothes Closet Open Shopping
Nov 10
First Teen Clothes Closet Open Shopping

Help with our First Teen Clothes Closet open shopping on Monday nights!

Connecting with the Gospel of John
Nov 10
Connecting with the Gospel of John

Connect with the Gospel of John in this short overview led by Pastor Karyn.

Bible Matters
Nov 10
Bible Matters

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

Quilters
Nov 11
Quilters

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

Dorcas Circle
Nov 11
Dorcas Circle

Meets the 2nd Tues of the month

Knitters & Prayer Shawls
Nov 11
Knitters & Prayer Shawls

Gathering together for fellowship and to create prayer shawls

Courageous Men
Nov 12
Courageous Men

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

Coffee with Pastor Karyn
Nov 12
Coffee with Pastor Karyn

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

Wednesday Evening Worship
Nov 12
Wednesday Evening Worship

In-person worship on Wednesdays at 6:15pm, and also live streamed.

Peer Ministry
Nov 12
Peer Ministry

Peer Ministry is a great way for our 10th graders to learn about how to deal with any situation.

Wed. Night Study Group
Nov 12
Wed. Night Study Group

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

First Choir Practice
Nov 12
First Choir Practice

Most Wednesdays at 7pm.

OWLs Fly to Heart of La Crosse @ Pump House
Nov 13
OWLs Fly to Heart of La Crosse @ Pump House

The OWLs (our Older Wiser Lutherans at First Lutheran, for anyone 55+) will fly to the Pumphouse to see the Heart of La Crosse.

Community Leader Gathering
Nov 13
Community Leader Gathering

Hearing from local voices about unmet needs in the greater La Crosse area; all are welcome!

Middle School Game Night!
Nov 14
Middle School Game Night!

Bring your own favorite games to share!

Caring Cards Ministry
Nov 15
Caring Cards Ministry

A ministry of fellowship & service, typically meeting the 2nd Saturday of the month, Sept–Apr.

Friendsgiving
Nov 16
Friendsgiving

High school youth gather together for good food and fellowship.

Elizabeth Circle
Nov 17
Elizabeth Circle

Meeting the 3rd Monday of the month.

MAP Report Summit
Nov 18
MAP Report Summit

Learn about the results from First’s recent Missional Assessment Profile.

OWLs Potluck
Nov 19
OWLs Potluck

OWLs monthly potluck; contact Brian for details

Wednesday Evening Jazz Worship
Nov 19
Wednesday Evening Jazz Worship

A special jazz liturgy, led by Jon Ailabouni.

More events…