Events, Activities & Announcements
Many Events and Activities will be held in hybrid form as we continue to provide opportunities to participate both in person and remotely.
Upcoming Activities
Church Council Meeting: The next meeting of the Church Council will be on Tuesday, June 17th at 7:00 PM. This meeting will be hybrid, in Zoom and in person.
Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting: This meeting will be held in person at 11:00 AM on Sunday, May 18, 2025. All confirmed members are encouraged to attend.
Gentlemen’s Group: The Gentlemen’s Group will meet in person on Tuesday, May 13th, at 11:30 AM at Paddy’s Public House.
Choir Rehearsal: Choir rehearsals are on Thursday evenings beginning at 7:30 PM. We also rehearse on Sunday mornings, usually at 8:30 AM. New members always welcome! NOTE: There will be no choir rehearsal on May 1st, May 8th, or May 15th.
Handbell Retreat: Save the date of Saturday May 17th for our first Handbell Retreat for adults and teens. Please contact Susan Batutis or Katherine Sipolt if you are interested in joining us. We’ll learn one or two pieces that we can play in church. The retreat will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with lunch provided.
LCN Variety Show: (LCN’s Got Talent!) Save the date of Saturday May 17th at 6:00 PM for our annual Talent/Variety show! Bring and tell a story or poem, sing a song or play an instrument, or anything else you’d like to share. All are welcome!
Youth Sunday: Save the date of June 15th for our annual youth-led worship service.
Bible Study
Saturday Bible Study:
We meet over Zoom and in person every Saturday at 9:00 AM. Call the office or see the newsletter for login details and the location for the week. All are welcome to join this lay-lead study. Sometimes we go on field trips! And there’s coffee!
Thursday Bible Study:
We normally meet in person in members’ homes every Thursday morning at 9:30 AM. Call the office or see the newsletter for the location details each week.
Blessing of the Animals 2024
Sunday Mornings – Education Time
Pre-K – Elementary School: “Children’s Church” during the morning service (@ 9:45 – 10:15 AM).
After gathering as a whole community in the sanctuary for the opening hymns and prayers (and a children’s message with the Pastor), children from pre-K – 5th grade will be invited to continue their worship with a teacher and helper in the fellowship hall, where they will explore the week’s Bible story through story-telling, song, and activities. The “children’s church” community will return to the sanctuary for the distribution of communion and closing hymn and blessing. Children who wish to remain in the sanctuary are welcome to use the materials, books, and puzzles in the Children’s Corner.
Middle School: Confirmation Class
This 2-year faith formation program focuses on accompanying middle school youth as they begin to outgrow their parents’ or grandparents’ faith and start to wonder how they might affirm the Christian faith in terms that make sense to their emerging selves. Though the program does lead up to the rite of confirmation, there is no expectation or requirement that each child will choose to affirm their faith in that way when the time comes. The class is designed to create a safe, fun, inclusive environment that mirrors God’s unshakeable embrace of each unique participant.
If you have a child in this age range and have not yet spoken with Pastor Kari Jo about their involvement, please reach out to her. All are welcome!
Adult Faith Formation: Morning Forums (Occasional Sundays at 11 AM).
From time-to-time on Sunday mornings, community members will present or lead discussion around a field of their interest or expertise, or a common concern or delight. If you are interested in leading a session some time, or have a suggestion for a topic, please be in touch with Paul Eldrenkamp or Susan Batutis.
