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January

Weeklong Prayer for Christian Unity - Jan. 18th through 25th

Join us in reflection and prayer as we join with Christians around the world in a week of ecumenical prayer for unity and peace. This year's theme is "they showed us unusual kindness" (Acts 28:2) and you can find the prayer of the day on the SOF Facebook page or follow along with the World Council of Churches' resource found by clicking here

Monday Morning Ministries - Jan. 20th @ 9:30 AM

All are welcome to join us in the SOF library to read the Bible, fellowship, and send out cards to members, visitors, and the wider community

Annual Meeting - January 26th @ 11 AM - Stay after worship for a brief Sunday School and brunch before our 11 AM meeting. We are looking for volunteers to watch young children during the meeting. Please let Pastor or someone from council know if you are able.

Confirmation Retreat - January 31st after school through worship Sunday Feb. 2nd (Quake - DesMoines IA)

February

Superbowl Party! - Feb 2nd @ 5:30 PM

Whether you love football or are just in it for the food and fellowship, join us for the game Sunday evening! Bring your own beverage and favorite appetizer/game day snack to share. Get bored watching football? Bring a board game! All are welcome!

Monday Morning Ministries - Feb 3rd AND 17th @ 9:30 AM

All are welcome to join us in the SOF library to read the Bible, fellowship, and send out cards to members, visitors, and the wider community

Parent's Night Out - Feb 14th from 6-8 PM

Whether you have a date planned or just need some time to yourself, bring your kiddos on over and we will watch them from 6-8 PM on Valentine's Day! Volunteers needed!

Lutheran Day on the Hill - Feb 25th 7am-3pm (FREE)

Join Lutheran Services in Iowa and Lutherans from all across the state for a day on Capitol Hill in Des Moines! On Feb 25th you can jump on the 7 AM bus leaving from the Synod office in Iowa City (other locations: Waverly, Cedar Falls & Newton). This day is essential for giving voice to those who are not heard, for seeking social justice, and for empowering people to exercise their right and responsibility to be part of the legislative process.

This year, we'll be focusing on four key issues facing Iowans:

Sustainable Funding for Iowa's Children's Mental Health System
Investing in a Strong Human Services Workforce
Support for Services that Empower Refugees and Immigrants
Why We're Called to Clean Energy Advocacy: Leadership on Climate Action

New this year: LYFT - Lutheran Youth for Transformation.

Youth have a unique and powerful role in faith-centered advocacy work. As engaged citizens, they can help shape the future for Iowa’s public policy and priorities. The L.Y.F.T. initiative is designed to integrate high school and college students into Lutheran Day on the Hill and provide exclusive opportunities to meet with legislators and social justice advocates.

To register or find out more about the events of Feb 25th click here!

Ongoing Opportunities

Synod-wide Book Club

Join others from around the Southeastern Iowa Synod for online discussions on books related to our shared ministry. All discussions will include an introduction and a time to discuss the book with a small group of people from around the synod via video conference. You can register for one session or all. All occur online via Zoom video conference at 7:30 p.m.

January 16, Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer

February 13, One Coin Found by Emmy Kegler

SELCC Donations

For winter our special collection will be for WARM clothes! Particularly gloves and socks, but all warm items are welcome. We are also doing a special drive for laundry detergent, diapers, and feminine products.