Ministries

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Here at United Lutheran Church we strive to use various forms of music and our God-given talents to praise the Lord and spread His Word, Love, and Grace in worship.  Liturgy for our worship services is sung from the new Evangelical Lutheran Worship book.   

Celebration Choir ~ (adults and teens) meet 9 months of the year.  Rehearsal is on Wednesday evenings at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m.  Church members volunteer to provide special music during summer services ranging from instrumental or vocal soloists to special small groups. 

We have a Lectio Divina Bible Study group on Tuesday mornings at 11:00am.  Contact the church office for further details and to add your name to the group.

Lectio Divina (latin for Divine Reading) has four separate steps: read; meditate; pray; contemplate. First a passage of scripture is read, then its meaning is reflected upon. This is followed by prayer and contemplation on the Word of God.

The Little Food Pantry (LFP) is small, so it cannot stock the quantity and variety other food pantries can. For this reason, it should not be relied on for meeting pervasive need.  Many food pantries require application before use and have set hours of operation.  Anyone may access the LFP at any time.  Food pantries operate as service providers, those who use them as clients. The LFP dissolves that professional boundary. Whether stocking or taking stock, everyone approaches the LFP the same way, mediating the shame that accompanies need.

Those who wish to contribute may do so at their discretion when convenient. Demand outpaces supply, so the LFP is often empty. However, empty shelves are problematic only if no one is contributing.  Generally, the pantry needs canned vegetables and proteins, personal care items, and paper goods go fast. Kid-friendly non-perishables, crayons, and inexpensive party favor items are great for Summer...school supplies for August!

Our Church has some acreage in Rockford where we have planted a wildflower garden - mostly managed by nature.  We planted  flowers and plants that are sought out by butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators.  

This is a natural habitat to nourish and protect a variety of native plants and flowers.  This ecosystem benefits the pollinators and the plants - an essential part of a balanced environment.  At the same time, this garden area may be enjoyed by those who simply pass by or wander through.