Our thanks to Dan Wright for designing a logo to help us focus our celebrations.
Special commemorative ornaments featuring this logo are available to enhance your Christmas celebrations at a cost of $8. Stop by the front office and pick one up!
Monthly Collections
As a "thank you" to our community, we are giving back to Fremont non-profit organizations
in celebration of our anniversary. Please drop off your donations in our sanctuary.
Month |
Ministry |
Collection Item |
April |
Crisis Center |
Laundry Soap |
May |
Care Corps |
Flat twin sheets |
June |
Youth – Hurricane Katrina Relief |
TBD |
July |
Washington Schools |
Shoes |
August |
Lutheran Family Services Boutique |
Diapers: sizes 3, 4, 5 |
September |
Habitat For Humanity |
Stamps |
October |
Fremont Fire Department |
9 Volt Batteries for smoke detectors. |
November |
Low Income Ministry |
Pasta and Hamburger Helper |
December |
Jefferson House |
Paper Towels |
Anniversary Special Events Include:
January 17, 2010 Kick-Off Celebration
It was on January 15th, 1885 that Pastor J.J. Risdall convened the organizational meeting of “the First Scandinavian Lutheran Congregation in Fremont, Nebraska.” 125 years later now, we will be honored by the presence of Nebraska Synod Bishop David deFreese as our preacher to celebrate this occasion in our past and look toward the future together. Sunday School will feature a special appearance by “Miss Jean’s Storytime” puppets, and a hot meal will be served to warm the hearts of all!
- Two Worship Services only: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
- 9:30 to 10:30 Intergenerational Sunday School
- 9:30 to 10:45 Continuous Brunch served in Fellowship Hal
May 16, 2010 (Pentecost preview) Mission Festival
As we prepare to celebrate the birthday of the whole church on Pentecost, we will be honored by the presence of Dr. Gemechis Buba as our preacher. Living as an Easter people calls us to mission. Dr. Buba, ELCA Director of African National Ministries, will help us consider missional hospitality as we celebrate our immigrant roots and prepare for our future.
- Worship at 8:00, 9:30 and 11 a.m.
- Last Day of Sunday School!
August 29, 2010 “Reunion” Weekend at FLC!
Many of our faith journeys have been shaped by the leaders God has sent to Fremont to serve among us. On this weekend we’ll invite former pastors and others who have belonged to First Lutheran to return to Fremont for an old fashioned “basket dinner” and just simply time to renew connections and enjoy a celebration. Pastor Dan Hansen, a son of the congregation, will grace us with his preaching on this day.
September 12, 2010 “Rally Sunday” Guest Artist “Agape*”
Now is the time to look to the future! Dave Scherer has inspired youth from Brooklyn to Bosnia with his relational ministry "Hip Hop Outreach." Combining rapping, dancing, storytelling and his fluency in Spanish -- his energy is contagious, and his stories of faith transcend differences. Even those who do not normally enjoy hip-hop, find themselves dancing to his music and captivated by his unique presentation of the Gospel. Agape* will present the message in worship, and present a special outreach concert during his trip to Fremont to help celebrate the 125th!
November 7, 2010 One Festival Worship at Midland
We will close our formal celebration of this Anniversary year by looking to the future with courage and hope. In cooperation with Midland Lutheran College, we will be hosting ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson who will serve as our preacher and teacher.
- 10 a.m. Worship, Brunch Banquet follow
Janice Hansen and Esther Freund reminisce at
the November Adult Study presentation about
days when the Danish heritage of First Lutheran
was more evident. Special events for learning our
history as well as planning for the future are
scheduled throughout 2010. |
