First English Lutheran Church Ortonville, MN

06/14/2026

Thank you for joining us in worship today. Please feel free to click the link below to our webpage for online giving. Thank you for your generosity and support to First English Lutheran Church. https://secure.myvanco.com/YJV7/home
Music: All Rights Reserved. Reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, Copyright © 2006. Used by permission of Sundays and Seasons license , CCLI License #2288422, & ONE LICENSE LICENSING PERMISSION: Reprinted / Podcast / Streamed with Permission Under One License -738935 and CCLI Streaming License #20063413.
You can watch all the past Worship service videos on https://www.youtube.com/-Ortonville

06/13/2026

Please join us tomorrow for our Sunday Worship service starting at 9 am. After the service we will hold our annual meeting of the congregation where we vote for new council members. Please plan to stay for that after the service so we can have a quorum. There will also be discussion on raising funds for the elevator work we had done and a reminder about our partnership agreement.
You can find our bulletin on our website at: https://firstenglish.net
If you can't come in person, you may join our Worship Service on Facebook Live or KDIO radio (94.5 FM or 1350 AM).

06/11/2026

Part-Time Church Youth Program Leader Wanted!
Are you passionate about helping young people grow in their faith and discover their unique gifts? Do you love creating fun, engaging environments where youth feel seen, heard, and valued?
The First English and Zion Lutheran Church partnership of Ortonville, MN is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Part-Time Youth Program Leader to lead our vibrant youth ministry. We're looking for someone who can connect with middle and high school students, build strong relationships, and guide them on their spiritual journey.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
· Develop and implement exciting youth programs, events, and service projects.
· Mentor and disciple students, helping them deepen their relationship with Christ.
· Foster a welcoming and inclusive community where all youth belong.
· Collaborate with church leadership, parents, and volunteers.
If you're a self-starter with a heart for youth ministry and a desire to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you! Lutheran background preferred, but not required for the right candidate.
Hours: 20 hours per week (includes Wednesday evening and Sunday)
Ready to make a difference? Send your resume and 3 references by to [email protected]. Or drop off at 9 Third Street NW, Ortonville, MN. We can't wait to meet you!

06/08/2026

If you missed it this weekend, here is Pastor Cheryl's sermon for our service on Sunday, June 7th.
Please feel free to click the link below to our webpage for online giving. Thank you for your generosity and support to First English Lutheran Church. https://secure.myvanco.com/YJV7/home

06/07/2026

Thank you for joining us in worship today. Please feel free to click the link below to our webpage for online giving. Thank you for your generosity and support to First English Lutheran Church. https://secure.myvanco.com/YJV7/home
Music: All Rights Reserved. Reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, Copyright © 2006. Used by permission of Sundays and Seasons license , CCLI License #2288422, & ONE LICENSE LICENSING PERMISSION: Reprinted / Podcast / Streamed with Permission Under One License -738935 and CCLI Streaming License #20063413.
You can watch all the past Worship service videos on https://www.youtube.com/-Ortonville
Song Credits:
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty:
Text: Joachim Neander, 1650-1680; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827-1878, alt. Music: Ernewerten Gesangbuch, Part II, Stralsund, 1665.

Canon in D: By Pachelbel, arr. Barrie Carson Turner; Publ. under license from Schott Music, 2016. Used by Permission.

We Come to You for Healing, Lord: Text: Herman G. Stuempfle Jr., b. 1923. Music: Hugh Wilson, 1764-1824. Text © 2002 GIA Publications, Inc., 7404 S. Mason Ave., Chicago, IL 60638. www.giamusic.com. 800.442.3358. All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee: Text: Henry van D**e, 1852-1922. Music: Ludwig van Beethoven, 1770-1827, adapt.

Draw Us in the Spirit's Tether: Text: Percy Dearmer, 1867–1936, alt. Music: Harold Friedell, 1905–1958. Text from Songs of Praise, Enlarged Edition © Oxford University Press 1931. Music © 1957, 1985 H. W. Gray, admin. CPP/Belwin.

Let Us Break Bread Together: Text & Music: Text: African American spiritual.

Will You Come and Follow Me?: Text: John L. Bell, b. 1949. Music: Scottish traditional. Text © 1987 Iona Community, GIA Publications, www.giamusic.com.

06/06/2026

Join us on Sunday, June 7th for our Sunday morning worship service. It begins at 9:00 AM. This week we will be celebrating Holy Communion. If you can't join us in person, consider listening to the service on KDIO radio or on our page.

06/05/2026

This week was filled with lots of fun at our Vacation Bible School event held at Zion Lutheran Parish. Here are a few photos from the week. It was a blessing for all!!!!

05/31/2026

We are having a combined service with Zion Lutheran Parish this morning to kickoff Vacation Bible School.

05/30/2026

Please join us at Zion Lutheran Parish tomorrow at 9:00 am for our combined worship service kicking off Vacation Bible School.
You can find an online bulletin on our website at: https://firstenglish.net
If you can't come in person, you may join our Worship Service on Facebook Live (We will share Zion's livestream on our FB page), or on KDIO radio (94.5 FM or 1350 AM).

05/27/2026

May the God of All Consolation be with Gayla Athey and family on the death of Kelly Athey on Saturday, May 22nd.

View Kelly Athey's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.