“God’s work. Our hands.” is an opportunity to explore one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ—every act of service, in every daily calling, in every corner of life—flows freely from a living, daring confidence in God’s grace.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
July 13
Join the God’s work. Our hands. Team to share a little joy and love with folks in local retirement communities and care facilities. We loved caroling so much at Christmastime, we’re going to sing some beloved hymns around town on July 13 from 1:00—3:00 pm. The event will begin and end at church. There will be a sweet treat for everyone after caroling. Silver cord hours are available. Click the button below to RSVP by July 8.
Share Your Spare
Clive Community Services
During the months of June and July the God’s work. Our hands. team is encouraging you to bring in donations of household goods and toiletries for our neighbors at Clive Community Services. Please bring new items only. Deliver items to the Faith Commons by July 27. Accepted donations include:
Shampoo, soap, lotion, toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, razors, shaving cream, sanitary pads, hand soap, sunscreen, toilet paper, tissues, paper towels, napkins, laundry detergent, dish soap, disinfecting wipes, all-purpose cleaning sprays
Children & Family Urban Movement Meal
Click below to help with Faith’s monthly task of bringing food donations, preparing, delivering, or serving a meal for the children and community of CFUM.
PASTORAL LETTER REGARDING LUTHERAN SERVICES IN IOWA
Pastor Carlson and Pastor Clausen recently shared a pastoral letter regarding Lutheran social agencies, including Lutheran Services in Iowa. Please click here to read this letter and learn how you can support our partners in ministry.
These are some ways to support our ministry partners throughout the year:
Write cards or letters, or send care packages. Express your gratitude for emergency workers, teachers, health care workers, postal and delivery workers, and those in the military. Contact any one of these agencies and institutions and inquire how you can show support.
Donate items for the Central Iowa Shelter & Services. Click here for items needed.
Volunteer you time with the DMARC Mobile Food Pantry. Click here for details.
Take a Closer Look at Lutheran Services in Iowa by attending a free webinar the 2nd Thursday of the month from 12:30 - 1:00 pm. Click here to learn more and to register.
DMARC Food Pantry is requesting funds and grocery sacks to meet the increased needs in our community. Online donations can be made here. Sacks can be brought to the church entryway weekdays between 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Clive Community Services has compiled a list of ways people can help meet the needs of our neighbors. Take a look at ways you can to support their efforts.
Meals from the Heartland is open again and in need of volunteers to make meals. To learn more or sign-up, go to mealsfromtheheartland.org.
Family Promise of Greater Des Moines continues to meet the needs of families experiencing homelessness. If you'd like to support Family Promise with a financial gift, you can do so on their website.
Engage with ELCA Advocacy on a range of topics and initiatives:
Advance voting rights through ELCAvotes.
Take action on racial justice through items on the ELCA Anti-Racism Pledge.
Write letters to your elected representative using these templates.
Visit the ELCA Advocacy Action Center to send messages directly to your representatives on vital issues affecting our communities.
And…YOU are invited to help plan our ongoing service-learning events and education. Click here to let Pastor Megan know of your interest in helping us plan.
