First English Lutheran
This Week--Upcoming Events & Ongoing Ministries
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FELC’S Got Talent
While the choirs take a break over the summer, we would like to continue to have special music during worship. We welcome vocal or instruments solos, duets, small groups, etc. Students, if you are learning to play an instrument, you can keep in practice over the summer by preparing a piece to share with the congregation.
Please contact our organist, Lois Neptun, and she will schedule a date for you. If you need accompaniment, she is available to accompany you. You can contact her on Sunday morning, during church office hours, or at mlneptun@gmail.com. Thank you!
Share & Support--May 7
Share & Support Grief Care Group
May 7 at 11:30am—at Longhorn Steak House
FELC’s grief care group meets for lunch each month to socialize. If you are interested, please contact Pat Johnson or the church office for more information.
Sweets Needed for VSMS Teachers
FELC will be showing our support for the teachers and staff who work at Von Steuben Middle School. May 8, 9, 10 there will be special treats brought over to the school.
Please sign up on the bulletin boards to donate sweet treats and items for the snack tray.
May 8---we will be providing bagels and coffee
May 9----we will bring over snack trays and soda
May 10---we will share some sweet desserts and baked goods.
Sweets and baked goods can be dropped off at church by May 9.
Thank you for your phenomenal support for the students, families and staff at VSMS!
Food Bank Bags Available this Week---Due back on May 20.
Food Bank Collection
Bags will be available Sunday, May 13—please return on or before Sunday, May 20.
We have some blue bags available for purchase for your personal use. We are selling the bags for $5.
Plant Pick Up on Friday-some cash and carry options
If you ordered flowers in March, they will be available for pick up on Friday, May 11 from 5pm-7:00pm. There will be some cash and carry plants available if you didn’t get an order in, or want a few more plants for your garden beds.
Game Night--Saturday
Adult Fellowship Game Night
Saturday, May 12-5:30pm to 9pm
Bring some munchies to share. Soda and lemonade will be provided. Have a favorite board or card game you love to play? Bring it with you. There will be a selection of games and playing cards available, but the more choices, the better!
Please RSVP so we have an idea of how many people will be there. As always, please invite friends and family. The more the merrier! If you have any questions, contact Kari Gosteli kari@gosteli.org.
Schedule Rummage Sale Pick Up By Sunday!
Are you Ready for Spring Cleaning?
Rummage Sale on Saturday, June 2 from 8am to 2pm.
Box or bag up all the items you need to get out of your house—save them for the rummage sale!
Your donations may be dropped off at the church on the stage in Luther Hall starting Monday, May 21st--Sunday, May 27th.
The Youth will be available to help unload your donations Sunday, May 27th following both services
Tuesday, May 22nd & Wednesday, May 23rd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
If you have larger furniture items that you need help getting to church, please contact Raylee Brown by Sunday, May 13th. 685-0337 ext. 4 raylee.brown@felcpeoria.org
Flamingos for Friends--Fundraiser for Youth
Flamingos for Funds
Benefit to support the 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering in Houston
Cost $20 per flock or two flocks for $30 sent to one location
Send a flock of these feathery friends to your family, friends or neighbors to show you care and to help the Youth raise funds for the 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering in Houston.
Order your flock from May 6through May 20. You’ll find order forms on a table in the Narthex.
A Few Facts about our Flamingos:
Flocks will land at their destinations between May 29and June 6.
Each flock will be picked up by FELC, 1-2 days after their arrival.
Flamingos remain the property of the FELC Youth.
Flocks are delivered in “secret” and placed in the recipient’s front yard.
One flock contains 15 flamingos
Vacation Bible School Registration Has Begun!
Shipwrecked VBS: Rescued by Jesus
June 17-21
Vacation Bible School at FELC is offered for preschool aged kids through 7thgrade.
Please begin to invite your friends and family to join you at VBS this June!!
About Us
Email: office@felcpeoria.org
Website: www.felcpeoria.org
Location: 725 E Forrest Hill Ave, Peoria, IL, United States
Phone: 309-685-0337
Facebook: facebook.com/felcpeoria