First Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids

09/03/2026

Why do we have The Ten Commandments? Pr. Craig and Pr. Leroy ponder our human response as we launch a new worship series called “Love Does.”

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09/02/2026

Our church recently celebrated with Retired ELCA Pastor and First Lutheran Member Tom Reuss on his 55th Anniversary of Ordination into Christ’s ministry and 80 years of life! Pastors Katie and Craig brought Holy Communion to Pr. Tom and his wife, Ginny. The four sang hymns and shared stories of a lifetime of service. Praise be to God!

08/28/2026

Cindy Shadrick and Pr. Craig Brown talk about Dolly Parton’s life of faith, and her great impact on so many of our hearts today.

08/28/2026

Cedar Rapids #1 Dolly Parton fan Cindy Shadrick talks with Pr. Craig about meeting and portraying the beloved American Icon, her faith, and her continued impact on us as we hear Christ's call to love and care for each other. Listen on this week's Faith First podcast.
https://firstlutherancr.org/grow/podcast

08/27/2026

Check out Cindy’s special tribute to Dolly Parton at 11 am this Sunday!

08/27/2026

Spiritual Formation- Group Spiritual Direction

This monthly gathering offers a space to slow down, listen deeply, and notice where God is present in our lives. Through prayer, reflection, and conversation, we journey together as we grow in awareness of God’s work in every season of life.

Whether you are new to spiritual direction or have participated before, you are invited to join this meaningful practice of faith and reflection.

Starting September 17th, 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM

08/26/2026

Spiritual Formation: A New Journey with the Ten Commandments

This fall, Spiritual Formation will begin a new Renovaré book study, gathering around Words of Love: A Healing Journey with the Ten Commandments. This book invites us to look at the Ten Commandments through a new lens, not simply as rules to follow, but as words of love from God that guide us toward deeper relationship with God, ourselves, and one another.

Books are available in the church office.

Monday Evenings 6:00 PM-7:30 PM (Starting September 21)
Wednesday Mornings 10:00 AM- 11:30 AM (Starting September 16)

08/25/2026

Guys, grab a cold one with us, 7p Thurs. Sept. 10. 🍺

08/24/2026

We're sending out all of our love and support for all of you starting school today.
God be with you!

08/20/2026

Pr. Steve talks about the different titles we give Jesus and how a special connection with Jesus indicates to Peter and to us that we've always belonged as a part of his Church in this week's Faith First podcast. Download and listen today wherever you get your podcasts!