For the last 126 years, First Lutheran Church has been a shining light for Christ in our community. We are a vibrant and active rural church with a love for people and a heart for God.

We place a high value on learning about the faith through a unique “rotation model” Sunday School program that includes video, drama, crafts, stories, and computers.

Spiritual growth is also important to our ministry. We have a prayer team, along with a number of active Bible studies and learning opportunities for men, women and youth.

We love to gather for potlucks, parties, and picnics. Having fun as a family of God is a high value of ours.

Reaching out is essential to who we are as we support mission efforts in our communities and around the world.

Our Mission and Values
The Hill reminds us of our church’s physical location. At night, our church literally shines in the darkness and this reminds us that we are a visible beacon, shining Christ’s love into the world.

The Cross is central to our logo and our mission. It is implanted boldly on the hill, reminding us that we are here to proclaim Christ in word and deed.

The Growing Plant represents our farming and agriculture background and history. The branch grows in two directions as it reminds us of our mission statement. First the plant grows upwards to God as a representation that we are growing in faith. It is also grows out as we are reaching out in love to others.

Of all the words in our mission statement, faith is front and center. Faith in God’s goodness, love, guidance, protection and salvation, which comes through Jesus Christ, is central to who we are.

Our values (F.I.R.S.T.) help to guide and direct our life together.

We are the:
1. Family of God.
2. Inspired by the Spirit.
3. Rooted in the Good News of Jesus Christ.
4. A Shining Light.
5. Transformed through Praying, Studying, Worshiping, Inviting, Encouraging, Serving, and Giving.