Gilbert Lutheran Church

Gilbert Lutheran Church We belong to God. We belong to each other. And so we are here. Gilbert is a small community poised at the northern edge of Ames, Iowa.

Ames is the home of Iowa State University and just a short drive from Des Moines, the state capitol. Gilbert is a vibrant and growing community and is known especially for its school system. From Labor Day - Memorial Day, our Sunday morning worship service is held in person and via Zoom at 10:00 a.m., with Sunday school starting at 9:00 a.m. Masks are strongly encouraged, but not required. However

, they are required for our Sunday school programming. In the summer, our worship service begins at 9:30 a.m., and is held in person and via Zoom.

All are invited to an ecumenical community Baccalaureate Service celebrating the Gilbert High School Class of 2026. The ...
05/07/2026

All are invited to an ecumenical community Baccalaureate Service celebrating the Gilbert High School Class of 2026. The service will be held at Gilbert Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 13, at 7:00 p.m.

This non-denominational celebration brings together graduating students, their families, school staff and the wider community. Through music, scripture, prayer, and reflection, we give thanks to God for our graduates and ask for guidance, care and grace as they enter the next stage of life.

Reflections will be shared by student speaker Evie Christenson, high school staff member Nate Graham and community pastor Mark Vance. Music will be provided by Gilbert High School’s Tiger Voices, community members Jacob Boyd and Abigail Randall, the Gilbert Lutheran Church Quartet and Amanda Jennings.

An offering will be received during the service. Gifts will benefit the Tru-Hero Memorial – Inspired by Kindness, Driven by Courage Fund. This memorial honors Darrell Trujillo, the late husband of Gilbert Community School District Superintendent Christine Trujillo. Contributions will help continue sharing Darrell’s courageous spirit and kindness throughout the community.

Refreshments will be served following the service.

Again, all are invited to attend this service.

05/07/2026
What’s been billed as the "Great Kit Kat Heist" occurred last Thursday. Approximately 12 tons (over 410,000 bars!) of Fo...
04/01/2026

What’s been billed as the "Great Kit Kat Heist" occurred last Thursday. Approximately 12 tons (over 410,000 bars!) of Formula 1-themed Kit Kat bars were stolen while in transit. The truck was traveling from central Italy to Poland when it was hijacked. The heist was confirmed by Nestlé on Saturday. As far as we know, the Kit Kats have not yet been recovered.

Since then, all sorts of light-hearted memes have popped up on social media. You likely have seen some of these "statements" from various companies and organizations.

So, in that spirit, we’re sharing “Stories and Kit Kats for God’s Children” from Sunday. Please know we aren't downplaying the loss – we sincerely hope the Kit Kats are found soon. We hope too that this brought a little brightness to your week and a bit of joy to this April Fools’ Day.

The heavens are telling the glory of God (Psalm 19:1). There sure was a lot of telling and all kinds of glory last night...
11/12/2025

The heavens are telling the glory of God (Psalm 19:1). There sure was a lot of telling and all kinds of glory last night over the skies of Gilbert!

Our Backpack Buddies shelves are running low and we'll likely see even more opportunities to serve and help our neighbor...
10/29/2025

Our Backpack Buddies shelves are running low and we'll likely see even more opportunities to serve and help our neighbors in the coming weeks. Please read the letter below and consider a gift to Gilbert Backpack Buddies. Thank you!

Here are some photos from Food Trucks & Fun IV.
10/09/2025

Here are some photos from Food Trucks & Fun IV.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
10/09/2025

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

We had a change in our 4th Annual Food Trucks & Fun Night menu this coming Wednesday. Carlos Quesadillas is unable to be...
10/06/2025

We had a change in our 4th Annual Food Trucks & Fun Night menu this coming Wednesday. Carlos Quesadillas is unable to be with us, but Borrachos Mexican Tacos will take their place!

What has not changed is that we’ll still enjoy good food and even better community. Please come from 5:00-7:30 p.m.! Joining Borrachos will be Ames Superdog, Carlos Comfort Food Catering and Outside Scoop.

See you Wednesday!!! Spread the word!!! All are welcome!!!

This coming Wednesday is our 4th Annual Food Trucks & Fun Night. Come join is excited to get this going! Come join us fr...
10/03/2025

This coming Wednesday is our 4th Annual Food Trucks & Fun Night. Come join is excited to get this going! Come join us from 5:00-7:30 p.m.! Our vendors include Ames Superdog, Carlos Quesadillas, Comfort Food Catering and Outside Scoop. There will also be sidewalk chalk and outdoor games for the kids and kids at heart! 🙂

See you Wednesday!!! Spread the word!!! All are welcome!!!

Saturday morning Bible study. We miss our brother Gerry, but we remember him, mark his place at our table and give thank...
06/07/2025

Saturday morning Bible study. We miss our brother Gerry, but we remember him, mark his place at our table and give thanks for his Light.

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135 School Street
Gilbert, IA
50105

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