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What to Expect

Parking

Parking is pretty simple here, you are invited to park in either of the the two big lots in front of the church. Although there are 3 main entrances, due to COVID we invite you to come to the entrance on the corner of 4th and Jefferson. The doors open at 9 am.

Arrival Time

You are welcome to arrive 30 minutes early. Coffee is available in the library lounge or you are invited to simply enjoy greeting others or some quiet time as we prepare for worship.

Location

First Lutheran Church 126 North Jefferson Ottumwa, IA 52501

What to Wear

What ever you're comfortable in, from flip-flops to wingtips, we have it all. Be relaxed or dress it up—we would love to have you join us in worshiping our Savior.

Worship Style

Our worship style is Lutheran with a blended selection of hymns and contemporary music. We also celebrate the Holy Communion every Sunday. If you believe in the presence of Christ in the bread and the wine and are baptized, you are welcome to partake in it. Click on the icon above for more information.

Teaching Style

Every worship service is centered on God's Word. From the songs we sing, to the liturgy, from our bible readings to our sermons they are designed to help you grow in God's Word.

Children

Calling all kiddos! We love it when children walk through our doors. As someone once said, it is better to have crying children in church than sleeping saints! We also recognize the importance of bringing children to church where they can hear God's Word and build relationships with fellow believers. Due to COVID, we will not be having children's church for the time being. But we hope to start it up as things return to normal. Meanwhile we invite and encourage families to sit together.

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Summer Events

Due to COVID-19 and social distancing measures, our activities are limited. We hope that this fall we will be able to resume some of our gathering activities. Enjoy your summer with family and friends and stay safe! hope to see you in the Fall!

Youth

This year, our goal has been to intentionally grow in the Word by directly engaging in it. Our weekly gathering is guided by the W's in the Connexus (small group) format. Welcome, Word, Worship, Witness. We read and discuss the upcoming Sunday sermon text and its relevance to us and our setting. We also have many social and fun activities through out the year that let us engage in our community.

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Serve on Sundays

Giving back is so important. We have a need to give of our time, of our talents and our our resources. Members have many opportunities to serve at First Lutheran. Whatever, gift God has given you, we can use it. You can serve on Sunday mornings by being a reader, communion assistant, acolyte, usher, choir, drama, or as a musician. You are also invited to serve on different committees and ministries that help run the church. If you have a willing heart, we can use you! contact Geri for more ways you can serve.

Summer Mission Trips

We offer our high school youth the opportunity to attend mission trips for a week during the summer. It’s more than just a week experience. Our teams meet monthly from October – July getting ready for our journey. Establishing relationships, growing in God’s Word, and praying for our trip and the people that we will encounter. The week of our trip we experience hands-on mission projects, exciting music and programs, and group-building activities. Our goal is to be the hands and feet of Jesus. There is something unique about taking 10 to 20 kids and adults across the country in a van that truly brings people together in a special way. Although we go to work, we also go to grow in Christ through Worship, digging into God’s Word, and growing together as a mission family.