First Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church First Lutheran Church (ELCA), Decorah, Iowa. A Reconciling in Christ congregation. We are a Reconciling in Christ congregation.
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YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

Whatever your country of origin or ancestry, your race or ethnic heritage, and whether you are religious or not, Christian or not, or Lutheran or not, you are welcome here. Whether you are male, female or transgender, young or old, straight, gay, le***an or bisexual, you are welcome here. Whether you are single or partnered, married, widowed or divorced, you are welcome here. Whether you are wealt

hy or poor, own a home or rent, live at home or are homeless, you are welcome here. Whatever your political views – whether to the right, to the left or to the center, you are welcome here. Whatever your strengths or weaknesses, gifts or challenges, they will be honored, for you are welcome here. First Lutheran Church is committed to being a loving and welcoming community centered in the Good News of Jesus Christ. In faithfulness to the Christian Gospel, in reflection of our Lutheran emphasis on grace, and in celebration of our shared baptismal journey, we promise to enter into ministry with all who seek God here. We invite you to join us for worship and take up your place with us in ministry for you are welcome at First Lutheran Church.

We pray for all those who mourn the loss of Tom Haugen who passed Wednesday, August 26. Funeral services will be held Mo...
08/27/2026

We pray for all those who mourn the loss of Tom Haugen who passed Wednesday, August 26. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 12 at First Lutheran Church in Decorah, Iowa.

View Tom Haugen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

🍕🎉 Rally in the Park is WEDNESDAY! 🎉🍕We know the first week of school can be a tough schedule adjustment for families an...
08/25/2026

🍕🎉 Rally in the Park is WEDNESDAY! 🎉🍕
We know the first week of school can be a tough schedule adjustment for families and kids. Let us make your week a little easier with an evening of family fun & food at First Lutheran Church’s Rally in the Park!

📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕔 5:30–7 PM
📍 Phelps Park, Decorah

We’ll have a bounce house, face painting, cotton candy, and plenty of time to relax, eat, play, and connect with friends. 🍕🍭

All are welcome! We can’t wait to see you as we kick off the 2026-27 year! ❤️

First Lutheran Church Youth & Family programming starts Sunday, Sept. 13! More info & a registration link can be found here: firstlutherandecorah.org/children-and-youth

🎶 Happy birthday, dear Mandy,Happy birthday to you!You make FLC brighter in all that you do.We are so grateful for you! ...
08/21/2026

🎶 Happy birthday, dear Mandy,
Happy birthday to you!
You make FLC brighter in all that you do.
We are so grateful for you! 🎉

"What a season this has been! After months of dust, detours, and daily hammering, we are entering a new chapter — one wh...
08/20/2026

"What a season this has been! After months of dust, detours, and daily hammering, we are entering a new chapter — one where the vision of For Generations to Come is becoming visible in wood, steel, brick, and light. We write today with gratitude and joy to share how far we've come and what's ahead."

Read Pr. Mike's email here: https://mailchi.mp/firstlutherandecorah/summer-update

🎒 YOUTH-LED WORSHIP THIS WEEKEND! 🎒Join us for two special youth-led worship services as we kick off the new school year...
08/20/2026

🎒 YOUTH-LED WORSHIP THIS WEEKEND! 🎒
Join us for two special youth-led worship services as we kick off the new school year!

📍 Saturday at 5 PM - FLC sanctuary
📍 Sunday at 9 AM - Decorah Fish Hatchery

Students, teachers & school staff: bring your backpacks/bags for a special Blessing of the Backpacks! 🎒✨ We’ll also celebrate our K, 3rd, 5th, 9th grade & college-age students with a special New School Milestone blessing.

All are welcome! And if you’re joining us at the Fish Hatchery on Sunday, don’t forget to bring a chair! 🪑We can’t wait to celebrate the start of a new school year together! ❤️

❤️ Sharing God’s Love with PostvilleThanks to the generous donations from FLC members & friends, a vehicle load of diape...
08/13/2026

❤️ Sharing God’s Love with Postville

Thanks to the generous donations from FLC members & friends, a vehicle load of diapers & wipes, formula, and toilet paper was delivered to Postville this morning! But the need continues as Postville residents navigate the aftermath of the July 30 Agri Star fire.

This week, we are collecting the following urgently needed items:
• Pampers diapers — sizes 5, 6 & 7
• Fragrance-free baby wipes
• Infant formula — Enfamil yellow can or Gentlease purple can
• Women’s sanitary pads
• Toilet paper
• Dish soap
• Laundry detergent
• Paper towels

Donations can be dropped off at First Lutheran Church (604 W. Broadway, Decorah)
📍 Saturday, August 15 - 5:00 PM worship
📍 Sunday, August 16 - 9:00 AM worship
📍 FLC office - Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–2:30 PM

Thank you for your generosity and for helping us Share God’s Love with Postville! ❤️

🌞 FLC Summer Fun is TONIGHT! 🌞We hope to see you tonight from 6–7:30 PM at the Decorah Middle School playground for FLC ...
08/12/2026

🌞 FLC Summer Fun is TONIGHT! 🌞

We hope to see you tonight from 6–7:30 PM at the Decorah Middle School playground for FLC Summer Fun for all ages! Come hang out with your church friends! Bring a frisbee or basketball, enjoy the playground, or simply relax and visit with one another. 😊

🎉 Help us wish Howard Bernatz a very happy 99th birthday! 🎂Howard turns 99 this Sunday, August 9 - a very extra special ...
08/08/2026

🎉 Help us wish Howard Bernatz a very happy 99th birthday! 🎂

Howard turns 99 this Sunday, August 9 - a very extra special golden birthday! Here’s Howard and Pr. David sneaking a selfie at Wednesday’s care center communion service! 📸😊 Happy Birthday, Howard! We hope your day is filled with plenty of love and celebration! 🎈

🚧 Things are really starting to look different in the courtyard this morning! Crews are getting started on the foundatio...
08/07/2026

🚧 Things are really starting to look different in the courtyard this morning! Crews are getting started on the foundation for our new gathering space—and for those of us who are visual folks, it’s exciting to finally get a feel for how the space will take shape. 👀✨

We’re getting closer and closer! 🏗️

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604 W Broadway Street
Decorah, IA
52101

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