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Sunday Morning Faith Formation

October 18

Sunday Faith Formation classes continue at 9:30 am. This includes Little Flock, Sunday School, Adult Faith Formation, and Sunday Bible Study. Learn more at faithlc.org/fall.

Sunday Adult Faith Formation 



Endowment Committee - October 18

Kevin Kruse, a member of the Faith Lutheran Endowment Committee, will share information about the Endowment Fund and the current efforts of the committee.

Martin Luther: The Man and The Movement - October 25

Discover (or be reminded of) the remarkable story of Martin Luther and the movement that transformed Christianity. This session will explore Luther's life, the events that sparked the Reformation, and the core teachings that continue to shape Lutheran faith today.



Click here to check out the full Fall calendar.

Planning for the End of Life

October 20

Pastor Carlson will conclude the three-week series focused on honoring and planning for the end of life on Tuesday, October 20. Topics include funeral planning, what to do with your possessions, and leaving a legacy. A day (10:00 am) and night (6:30 pm) class will be offered each week in Room 205.

Faith Night Activities

October 21

Wednesday night is Faith Night! It starts with Faith Feast at 5:15, featuring a menu of potato soup, ham & cheese sliders, salad, and dump cake. Activities for all ages begin at 6:00, including Giggles & Grace, Kids' Hour, Confirmation, and Adult Faith Formation. Chancel Choir rehearses at 7:00 and Sr. High Youth Group meets at 7:15. Visit faithlc.org/fall for more information.

Wednesday Adult Faith Formation

Pastor Carlson will facilitate a conversation on the book of Romans on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 through November 18. The apostle Paul writes a letter to believers in Christ living in Rome. Unlike other letters to congregations he founded or to people he brought to faith in Jesus, Romans is an exception to this pattern because Paul did not establish the church that met in that city. He longs to meet these believers, but this has not happened yet. Mark your calendars for this deep dive into the book of Romans!

God's Work. Our Hands.

Show You Care with Underwear

In the month of October, the God’s Work. Our Hands. Team is asking for donations of new or gently used men’s socks and underwear. The need for these items is great as the winter months approach. Donations will be collected in the church commons and delivered to Clive Community Services. Thanks for your generous support of our most vulnerable neighbors!

God's Work. Our Hands.

Apple Picking

Help fill the St. Mark Lutheran Church Neighborhood Fridge with fresh apples on Thursdays at 4:00 in October. Meet at St. Mark and carpool to a local orchard. Text Fridge Team member Darryl at 515-707-0541 if you plan to help out.

Guys' Night Out

October 27

The men of Faith will gather for food, drink, and conversation on Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 pm at Hessen Haus in downtown Des Moines. RSVP with Peter Bissinger and Tim Tessier at flcgno@gmail.com.

Trunk or Treat

October 28

The 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat is Wednesday, October 28 in the north parking lot of the church at 5:30 pm. We would love to have a few more Faith friends host a trunk for this event. Join us for a SPOOKTACULAR evening by signing up to host a trunk, or bring the whole family for trunk-or-treating. It’ll be a great night to gather with our church and neighborhood. Click here to sign up.

Growing in Generosity: All Saints Celebration 

October 31 & November 1

Join the celebration on October 31 & November 1. The weekend includes All Saints festival worship on Saturday and Sunday, celebrating All the Saints, presentation of intent for financial gifts to Faith Lutheran in 2027, and brunch on Sunday at 9:15 am. Click here to learn more and to sign up to help with the brunch. 

All Saints Weekend Worship 

As we gather for worship on All Saints weekend, we celebrate the communion of the saints: a diverse array of witnesses who remind us of God's continuing faithfulness--past, present, and future. We will remember and give thanks for all the saints of Faith Lutheran Church who have died this past year. 

Photos, Candles, and Ribbons 

As you enter the worship space that weekend, you are welcome to approach the altar area and light a candle in memory of a beloved saint in your life that has died. We light candles in their memory as a symbol of their baptismal candles and a reminder that they are alive in Christ. You are welcome to bring a photo of your loved one to place around the baptismal font in the Commons. You are also invited to add the names of your loved ones to a white ribbon (found on a table in the Commons). Ribbons will be hung in the sanctuary celebrating the great cloud of witnesses in our midst. 

Stewards of Our Resources 

Growing in Generosity serves as our stewardship emphasis this fall. You are invited to enter into a time of spiritual discernment and consider your generosity to financially support God's mission through the ministries of Faith and beyond. Intent Cards will be mailed to the homes of members and are also available in the Welcome Center. On October 31 & November 1, the Faith community is invited to place Intent Cards on the altar during the Offering in worship. 

Pledge Online 

If you'd like to make your pledge online instead, click here to enter your pledge amount. Once you've completed your pledge, you'll be able to set up recurring giving online. Note: entering your pledge does not automatically change your online giving amount for 2027. Contact Erik Ullestad at office@faithlc.org if you have questions. 

Fall Clean-Up Day

November 7

You are invited to join in the fall clean-up efforts on the church grounds on Saturday, November 7 from 8:00 - 12:00. There will be indoor and outdoor projects. Silvery cord hours for high schoolers are available.

Family Ministry PIck-Nic

November 8

Join us Sunday, November 8 from 4-6 pm at Fox Creek Park and Pavilion (522 NE Westgate Dr., Waukee) for a potluck and pickleball tournament. This is a great chance for youth in grades 6-12 and their families to have some fun and get to know one another. Younger or older siblings are welcome! Sign up here: (Faith Lutheran Church: Faith Family Ministry 6-12 grade Pick-Nic). Contact Pastor Megan with any questions! (megan@faithlc.org or 641.831.9499) 

Come to the Table First Communion

November 8

Sunday November 8 from 11:30 - 3:00 is the Come to the Table event for First Communion. This is for anyone in 3rd grade or otherwise specified by parents. Sign up here for lunch and learning.

Family Ministry Updates

Faith Families: we want to make sure you don't miss a thing. If you're not already on the Family Ministries email list, please contact Gail Marske at cfm@faithlc.org. There's a lot happening and we want to make sure your family is part of it all.

Member Photo Directory

Printed copies of the 2026 Member Photo Directory are available in the church commons. Please take one directory per household. This directory was curated by church staff and members and is generated using the information in the Realm database. You may notice some unavoidable formatting oddities, which are part of the Realm software. We are grateful for your patience and understanding. For the most up to date information, always use Realm Connect. Click here and contact the church office for more information about Realm.

Pastoral Visit and At-Home Communion

If you or someone you know wishes to have a visit by one of the pastors and/or receive Holy Communion, call the church office at 515-225-8334 or email Pastor Eric Carlson at eric@faithlc.org.

Ways to Give

You can make financial contributions to the church in the following ways:

• Place a check or cash in the offering container in worship
• Mail a personal check to Faith at 10395 University Ave., Clive, IA 50325
• Visit the Online Giving page to make a gift online

Thanks for your ongoing support of Faith Lutheran Church's ministries.

Altar Flowers

You can honor a loved one or commemorate a special occasion by sponsoring altar flowers. Click here to sign up for a specific date. Cost is $50 per bouquet. Payments can be made online.