FLC Weekly Reminders for week of 12/1/25 - 12/7/25
Tuesday, 12/2

Tuesday AM Bible Study, 9:00am
Wednesday, 12/3

Advent Family Meal, 5:30pm

Advent Evening Prayer, 6:30pm

YR3 Confirmation, 7:15pm
Saturday, 12/6

Victorian Christmas on Main

DOT outreach opportunity, 4:00-8:00pm
Sunday, 12/7

5 Minute Devotion followed by Christian Education, 9:00am

Worship/Communion, 10:00am

YR3 Confirmation First Communion

YR1 Confirmation, 11:30am

Advent by Candlelight, 2:00pm

Volunteers for Wednesday, December 3rd:
Meta Barnett, Deb Hill, Orion Berg (Ushers); Jim Hill (Elder); Dave Offutt (ProPresenter).

Volunteers for Sunday, December 7th:

Orion & Kelly Berg, Meredith Berg (Greeters); Seth Schroeder, Orion Berg, Ed Vincent (Ushers); Jim Hill (Elder); Lyle Ostrander (ProPresenter); Lucus Schrieber (Acolyte); KaCee Peters, Doug Wilkerson(Counters).

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  • Advent 2025 - Our Advent series is based on the 7 stanzas from “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”. Join us for a different stanza each Sunday and Wednesday! 
  • "Born To You A Savior" Advent Devotionals are available on the "Info Table" in the Narthex!
  • Have you seen the church library lately? From devotionals to Children’s books to bible commentaries and study resources to Christian fiction. FLC is blessed with a biblical Christian library filled with newer titles and timeless classics. Stop in today to peruse the collection. A clipboard for check-out is near the bookshelves. See Meta Barnett if you have any questions.
  • 2025 Fall Stewardship Emphasis Please return commitment cards to Doug Wilkerson, FLC Financial Secretary. Forgot your card? Extras are available on the Information Table. 
  • Sunday Adult Bible study will resume on Sunday December 7 with Revelation chapter 11. Pick up study booklets and previous chapter notes from Pastor Ryan. 
  • Tuesday Adult Bible study continues with "The Messiah: Revealing Jesus in the Old Testament". It’s not too late to join! Session 3 will be covered on Tuesday December 2nd. Pick up a copy of the book from Angela in the church office. Cost is $10/copy. 
  • Quarter 4 mission - All monies directed to the Mission Fund through the end of December will be sent to Mission Central in Mapleton, IA. 
  • Toy Drive - The Sunday School is leading a toy drive for Heartland Hope Mission during the month of November. Please donate new toys and clothes for children ages 0-18yrs. A collection bin is in the Narthex. Help us share the love of Jesus with children in need.
  • The D.O.T. will take part in Historic Downtown Plattsmouth's Christmas on Mainstreet event on Sat., Dec. 6th, 4:00-8:00pm. The group will set up in front of Wilkerson's Art Studio and serve hot apple cider.  Authentic Victorian clothing is available by appointment for anyone interested. Please reach out to Barb Morehead for questions.
  • Advent by Candlelight featuring “The Sounds of Christmas” with the Concordia Lutheran High School Band is set for Sunday, December 7th at 2:00pm at FLC. Admission to this event is a shelf stable food donation for the Plattsmouth Head Start. Advent by Candlelight Featuring the Concordia Lutheran H.S. Band | Facebook
  • The Miracle of Jesus - This is a family event open to the community to learn about the miracle of Jesus. We invite all families to join us on Friday Dec. 12th, 6:00-7:30pm, as we craft, snack, listen and experience the true meaning of Christmas! Interested in volunteering? Please reach out to Kari Maser or Jaye-Lynne Meyer. The Miracle of Jesus - A Christmas Event for Families | Facebook
  • FLC Youth Group - The Youth Christmas Party will be Sat., Dec. 13th, 3:00-5:00pm at FLC.
  • Diaper Drop-off for Baby Maser, Sunday, Dec. 14th in the Chapel following worship.
  • Christmas Matins Service -  Our Christmas Day celebration on December 25th will follow the Service of Matins. Matins is a morning prayer service that can be traced back to the Middle Ages and contains a blend of Scripture, song, and prayer. Familiarize yourself with Matins on page 219 of Lutheran Service Book or here: The Order of Matins (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsK3s8LuvJE&list=RDUsK3s8LuvJE&start_radio=1)
  • Faith Lutheran Academy - FLA’s new website, with all of the latest news, prayer calendar, and information: faithacademyne.org. Please keep this new startup in your prayers.
  • For the most up-to-date information visit the website Calendar! Calendar | First Lutheran Church