Ministries of First Lutheran Church

Sometimes we need a small circle of companions striving to follow Jesus' way. At First Lutheran Church we have many opportunities for persons of any age to find your companion. First Lutheran Church encourages all members of the congregation to join a small group and to meet others in a small group setting. Groups at First Lutheran Church are designed to meet the needs of all members of the congregation:

Women's Groups

First Lutheran Church Women (FLCW) have monthly events and programs.

Hope Circle
Meets the second Tuesday of the month, at 1:30 pm, usually at church.

Berean Circle
Meets the second Tuesday of the month, at 10:00am, usually at church.

Stewardship Sewing - This group meets at 10:00 am Tuesday. It meets the 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of each month (sometimes the 5th Tuesday). Newcomers are welcome! Please bring a sack lunch.

Bible Studies

Men's Groups

Lutheran Men in Mission is a monthly evening fellowship and meal gathering of men for care and support with a program of interest to all. Various projects of the congregation are supported through the work of the men.

Music Ministry

Music is important in the life of the congregation. The purpose of the Music Ministry at First Lutheran Church is to praise God with a Joyful Noise! All are encouraged to participate in the music of worship in some way, either in the music groups or in special music opportunities and especially with the congregational singing!  Contact music director, Laurie Drage, for more information… dragesL@gmail.com   (503) 791-5917.

The following opportunities are available for those with musical gifts and talents.

Senior Choir: for high school age through adult.  We meet on Wednesday nights at 7:30pm, Sept. – May.  The choir leads the congregational singing and performs anthems at most of the church services.

Handbell Choir: for all ages, (depends on the ability to read).  We meet in the church balcony (no elevator access) on Wednesday afternoons at 5pm, (Sept – May).  Practices are usually an hour long.  You need strong wrists and a sense of rhythm to play bells.  There are immediate openings!

Ensemble
Ensemble is an instrumental group that plays on alternate Sundays. The ensemble group typically consists of keyboard or piano, cello, guitars and other instruments. In addition to performing at Sunday services, the group also performs at special events in the church and community.

Children and Youth Groups

Young Families are important at First Lutheran Church. They get together at least once a month for dinner, crafts and fellowship. Any families with children are invited!

The Youth Share in Several Activities
Youth Bible Study
Come for dinner, games, fun fellowship and talking about God's word in our lives! Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 at the church

Coffee Club
Join the High School youth at Safeway, for snacks & good discussion on Sundays at 9:45am -10:45am.