Welcoming, Growing, Serving

Our Mission

To experience and celebrate God's amazing grace together.

Our Vision

First Evangelical Lutheran Church will share God's amazing grace by welcoming, growing and serving in Christ's name, enriching the well-being of all.



Readings

First Reading: Revelation 7:9-17

Second Reading: Psalm 34:1-10

Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12

Drive Thru Communion

November 1st from 10-10:30am

Drive Thru Communion is held the

1st Sunday at the front, circle drive.

Virtual Attendance Card

If you watch online or attend in person, please fill out the virtual attendance card so we know you're with us!

Click the link above or find it on our website worship page.

All Saints Sunday

Sunday, November 1st

We will be remembering our loved ones who have passed away in the last year. There will also be an opportunity to light a candle for loved ones in your life who you have lost.

Join us as we remember the saints who have passed before us.

Dodge County Christmas Toy Bank

First Lutheran’s Retirees group will be collecting toys for the 2026 Dodge County Toy Bank. We invite you to join us!

The toys should be new, in their original package, and unwrapped. They should be appropriate for ages newborn through age 15. We are suggesting a price range from $5 to $10. Look for marked bins in the Narthex or Friendship Hall in which to put your donations. We will collect toys from November 1st through November 30th. Please see the bulletin board in Friendship Hall for more information.

Monetary contributions may also be made out to and sent to:

Dodge County Toy Bank, Inc.

P.O. Box 438

Beaver Dam, WI 53916

Loaves & Fishes

Sign up to volunteer, check the Amazon wishlist and look at upcoming menus at bdloavesandfishes.org. Thank you to our hard working volunteers and everyone who supports Loaves & Fishes.

John Smedema – 920-382-1518

Sign up to serve here: https://bit.ly/loavesfishesbd

Highway Clean Up

First Lutheran will be having a Highway Clean-Up on Saturday, November 7th. 

Please meet in the church parking lot at 9am.

Personal Essentials Pantry

Our next distribution will be Tuesday, November 10th, from 4:00-5:30pm, and we are asking for donations of liquid dish detergent and toothpaste. 

We will be packing PEP items at 2pm on Thursday, November 5th.

Thank you to all for your donations and generosity!

Thanksgiving Service & Pie Social

Come join us on Wednesday, November 25th at 6pm for Thanksgiving Worship. 

We will be having a Pie Social following worship. If you are interested in making a pie, purchasing a pie or serving, please sign up on the Friendship Hall bulletin board by Monday, November 23rd. If you would like to donate towards the purchase of pies, please bring your donation to the church office by Monday, November 23rd as well. Thank you! 

Thrivent

We will combine our November and December meetings into one. We will be meeting at the church on Wednesday, December 2nd to help with Christmas decorating. We will meet at 4pm for pizza and salad and then decorate. Anyone is welcome to join us for the meal and/or decorating. If interested, call Sheree Voigt at 920-296-3285.

For those who have choice dollars to designate, please remember to do so by December 31, 2026! We thank all those giving their choice dollars to First Lutheran Church! 

Christmas Cookie Sale

The holidays are fast approaching! We are in need of people to provide Christmas cookies, candies, and special treats to be sold during the Christmas Bazaar on December 5th.

Not a baker? No problem! We will also need volunteers to promote the sale and help package goodies on December 4th.

Please contact Leanne Gensch at 920-210-9851 if you have any questions.

Meet Julia

Hello, everyone! My name is Julia Unertl, and I am excited to serve as the new Youth Director at First Lutheran! I graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 2019 with a degree in Elementary Education. My experience includes five years in before- and after-school care, teaching, and mentoring teens. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, reading, hiking, and spending time with family, friends, and my dog!

My husband, Tyler, and I began attending First Lutheran about two years ago. Since then, we became members and welcomed our son, Franklin, who was baptized here. After taking some time away from work, I am excited to bring my passion for working with youth to our congregation!

My initial projects include supporting Confirmation, First Communion, Sunday School, and The Gathering (see below). Looking ahead, I hope to establish a youth group for middle and high school students—a welcoming space to explore faith, build relationships, serve our community, and have fun! I want every young person to feel they belong and know their questions are welcome.

If you or your family are interested in participating or volunteering, please reach out. I would love to begin planning! I also welcome ideas for other activities and opportunities to support the children and youth of our congregation.

Looking forward to the adventure ahead, Julia Unertl

ELCA Youth Gathering

June 28 to July 2, 2027

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Join us for the 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering!

We strongly encourage all 8th-grade through high school students to consider this incredible opportunity planned just for them! The 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering and Young Adult Gathering will take place from June 28 to July 2, 2027, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This life-changing event brings thousands of young people from across the country together for powerful worship, deep faith formation, exciting service projects, and unforgettable community building.

Even better? Friends are welcome to attend too! You don't have to navigate this amazing journey alone—invite your friends to share the experience.

Registration Timeline & Cost: The official registration window is open. Securing your spot early gets you the best possible rate. Please note that a $175 non-refundable deposit per person is due at the time of registration. For more information contact Pastor Jim at pastor@firstluthbd.org or 920-885-4497 ex. 2.