Adults
Youth
High School
Women of the ELCA

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There are many ways to grow in your faith. Studying and discussion the teaching of the Bible are valuble methods for your religous growth. At Augustana Lutheran Church there are many opportunities for all ages of people to increase their knowlege and understanding of what it means to be a Christian and good neighbor.

<< Follow the links at left for more information.

Adults

Forum—9:45 each Sunday, September through May. Discussions led by various church members.
Wednesday Bible study at 7:00 p.m from September through May. Meet at the Gathering Place next door to the church.

Youth

Sunday School—9:45 a.m. Sundays, September through May
Vacation Bible School—Family Fun

Confirmation—Offered for youth in 7th and 8th grades. Several adults serve as guides to help lead the youth in this exciting program. The program features large and small group discussion, service projects and fellowship. 7th graders participate in confirmation camp each summer. Confirmation services are held for 8th graders the last Sunday of April each year.

Summer Camp—Contact the church office for information on summer camp offerings at the ELCA camps throughout Iowa.

Youth Dates to Remember

YOUTH FUN NIGHTS (SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH)\

Youth Night times have changed slightly:
5:30-6:30 p.m. for ages three years to first graders.
6:30-8:00 p.m. for second graders to sixth graders
Parents and adults are always welcome!!

 

 

Fall Sunday School News
Our first day of Sunday school is August 28, 2011 from 9:45-10:45 a.m. for ages 3 years through high school. Each child needs an updated registration form. You may pick up a registration form at the church office or you may complete the necessary number of forms on registration Sunday during the registration process. Do not put more then one child's name on a form. If you completed your registration form early, please bring it with you on the first day of Sunday school.

SPECIAL NOTE - EACH CHILD MUST HAVE A REGISTRATION COMPLETED EVERY YEAR.

INFORMATION IS USED FOR ALL YOUTH ACTIVITIES DURING THE YEAR.

Christian Story Time
Bethany Halverson and Traci Haselhuhn have organized and started
Christian Story Time to be held at 10:00 a.m. every Monday through April.
This will be held in the sixth grade classroom, with the nursery next door.

 

Parents: Please sign up to lead a future youth night on the bulletin board at the west steps! You can choose which month and the activity!
For more information, contact: Kara Swenson, Jill and Steve Sandvig, Jody Sterns

SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADE CONFIRMATION ORIENTATION.

Confirmation Orientation for seventh graders and their caring adults will be August 24, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. Re-orientation for eighth graders and their caring adults will be August 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

The Confirmation retreat will be Sunday, August 28, 2011 beginning at noon. Pizza will be provided for lunch. The first Wednesday Night Workshop (WNW) will be August 31, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.

Seventh Grade Entrance to Confirmation Rite will be on Sunday, August 28, 2011 at the 11:00 a.m. service.

Youth Gathering 2012
"Citizens with the Saints"
There will be an informational meeting about the Youth Gathering 2012 on Sunday, August 21st following the Outdoor Worship and Brunch. Be there to find out more about this incredible opportunity!!

Fall Sunday School News
Sunday school kickoff will be August 28, 2011 from 9:45-10:45 a.m. for ages 3 years through high school. Each child needs an updated registration form. You may pick up a registration form at the church office, you may complete the necessary number of forms on registration Sunday during the registration process or use the form enclosed. Do not put more then one child's name on a form.

Due to Labor Day, there will be no Sunday School on Sunday, September 4, 2011. So first exciting class day will be Sunday, September 11, 2011.

SPECIAL NOTE - EACH CHILD MUST HAVE A REGISTRATION COMPLETED EVERY YEAR.

INFORMATION IS USED FOR ALL YOUTH ACTIVITIES DURING THE YEAR.

Information needed includes insurance data and health information on each child. We also want to know where parents/guardians will be during Sunday school time in case of an emergency.

 

 

 

High School

Sunday School—9:45 a.m. Sundays, September through May

Women of the ELCA

Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America provides opportunities for study, worship and fellowship. Less than two decades old, the organization continues in the tradition of its foremothers to help women become Disciples of Christ in mission and ministry. All women are welcome to participate in the program to help them grow in:

• Faith
• Relate to others in the congregation, the community and beyond
• Affirm and use God-given gifts
• Respond to God’s love through action locally and around the world.

Getting involved is easy, there are many opportunites to participate:

	Participate through our many activities	Schedules
	General meetings	As scheduled
	Bible study and fellowship in circles:
	Martha Circle	Third Mon. 7 p.m.
	Esther Circle	Third Wed. 9 a.m
	Ruth Circle	Third Wed. 1:30 p.m
	Hannah Circle	Sat.after Esther and Ruth Circles meet - 9:30 a.m.; childcare provided
	Spring and Fall cluster meetings and other meetings
	Church Women United in Boone
	Picture: over 200 quilts for LWR.

The Women of the ELCA help build relationships not only within the church but through our local and extended communities. Many hundreds of quilts have been created and distributed through Lutheran World Relief. School and Sewing kits have also been distributed widely. Augustana's Women of the ELCA assist the Madrid Home care facility by conducting (ice cream socials, bake sales, and providing Christmas gifts. Holiday cookie bake sales go to support our missionary.

Contact us or come to one of our meetings.