Join Us for Worship
Experience God's Love and Community
At First Lutheran Church, we gather to celebrate, grow, and reach out in faith. Join us every Sunday for a meaningful worship experience.
Our worship services are held every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. We offer a blend of traditional and contemporary music, featuring both organ and piano. Communion is celebrated weekly and is open to all. Join us for a spiritually enriching experience.
Live Streaming
Worship Online
Can’t make it to church? No problem! Our services are streamed live on Facebook every Sunday morning. You can also watch the recorded services on our website the following week. Stay connected with our community from anywhere.
What to Expect
We will warmly welcome you to First Lutheran Church! Details of our worship services are projected onto screens at the front of the church during our services.
We’d love to know more about you and include you in our weekly emails so you are alerted to what’s coming up. You will find guest cards by the offering plate on a small table at the back of the sanctuary as you enter. Cards are also in the pews. These can be handed to ushers or council members (signified by red ribbons on their name tags)
First Lutheran Church has three hymnals for liturgy and music:
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship (Cranberry)
- With One Voice (Blue)
- Worship and Praise (Purple)
Our services include piano and organ accompaniment for the liturgy and hymns found in these books. Words are printed on the screens, along with the book and page numbers for those who enjoy following the music along as you sing.
Occasionally we have special music provided by members.
Parking
First Lutheran Church is located near downtown Newton on the corner of E 3rd St N and N 3rd Ave E. Parking is available on the street and in a parking lot east of the church.
Entrances
Accessible entrances are located on the southwest corner of the church. A covered carport on the west side of the church provides convenience and protection from inclement weather. An elevator is located immediately inside this entrance to access other floors of the church.
Entrances to the sanctuary are also located on the southeast side of the church.
Attire
Some of our members prefer formal attire while others prefer casual dress. The choice is yours.
Sharing of the Peace
At the designated point in the service, worshippers are invited to share God’s peace and to introduce themselves to others. Common greetings include “God’s peace” or “The peace of the Lord be with you.”
Communion
At First Lutheran Church all are welcome to the Lord’s table for communion, including children. If you choose not to take communion, you may come forward for a blessing or remain in your seat. Those communing will come forward, receive bread and a choice of wine or grape juice, then return to their seats. Further instructions will be provided during the service.
Children
First Lutheran Church welcomes children at our services. An unstaffed nursery is located in the northeast corner of the lower level for parents of little ones who need an area where they can move around or quiet down.
Join Us for Worship and Fellowship
We warmly invite you to join our worship services every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Experience the joy of community, uplifting music, and the grace of weekly communion. Stay afterward for fellowship time, where you can connect with others and build lasting relationships. Whether you join us in person or via our live stream on Facebook, we look forward to welcoming you into our faith family. Come and be a part of something special at First Lutheran Church.