Overview & Timeline
God has entrusted us to care for the earth and each other. The earth is our home and we have a responsibility to make sure it is taken care of and will be here for generations to come. The First Lutheran Care for Creation team emerged out of congregation members’ desire to take simple steps as a church to make an impact. Check out some of their initiatives and ministries outlined below.
January 2024 – Churchwide survey exploring interests and values. Results can be viewed here.
May 13, 2024 – First Lutheran Council voted and approved the official Care for Creation covenant – view here.
Outreach & Events
Small Group Book Studies:
-Stewards of Eden – Fall 2024
-Saving Us by Katharine Hayhoe – April 2025
Education
-Composting 101
-Youth Programming Themes
-VBS integration
FLC Community Garden
-Partner with the Outreach Food Shelf
Recycle/Compost/Trash
-Volunteers “guard the garbage” to ensure items go in the correct receptacles
-New signage made to reflect items that FLC uses regularly
Prayer Services
–Monthly services on the third Tuesday at 6:30pm
-Purpose is to pray for the world, for peace, for all leaders, for creation, and for God’s presence in our lives.
Special Events
-Earth Day Celebration & Hymn Sing – Annually
–Free Tree Giveaway – April 2024
-Solar Co-op Webinar – February 2025
-Speaker Troy Goodnough, Sustainability Director at the University of MN Morris – March 2025
What can I do?
Get Involved
There are many facets to our Care for Creation ministry at First Lutheran, and we are always looking for passionate people to help! Contact the church office at 320.762.2196 or fill out a connect card to get involved.
You can stay up-to-date on all the latest Care for Creation events and book studies by subscribing to our weekly e-news or stopping by the Welcome Center.
Shop Wisely
Check out our list of Earth-friendly items.
Trash/Recycle/Compost
Free Tree Giveaway
FLC Garden