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Our Mission |
"They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit" (Acts 6:5 NIV).St. Stephen's Lutheran Church is a people of faith and of the Holy Spirit... SERVING THE SAVIOR with the gifts and abilities God has given,
SEEKING THE SINNER by sharing the story of Jesus and his love,
SCHOOLING THE SAVED through educational ministries, and
SUPPORTING THE SAINTS as they serve God where they are. "And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and signs among the people" (Acts 6:8 NIV). | |
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We Believe |
We believe and teach that we are saved by grace (God's undeserved love) through faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus. This faith is a gift from the Holy Spirit. Our teachings are taken from the Bible, which is the true, revealed Word of God.We celebrate two sacraments, Baptism and the Lord's Supper. Through Baptism God gives us faith and salvation in Jesus, making us his own children, called to witness and serve in love. In the Lord's Supper we receive the very body and blood of Jesus for the forgiveness of sins, life and salvation. So that we can work together with other congregations to share the good news of Jesus more effectively, we are affiliated with The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. |
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Worship |
Our Sunday morning worship is at 9:00 a.m. with Discipleship Training (Sunday School) at 10:15. A fellowship time follows the morning service. The more traditional Sunday morning service flows from the rich heritage of Lutheran liturgy and hymns.Our Wednesday Evening Praise Service is at 7:30 p.m. from Easter until Advent. The praise service is a more casual service utilizing contemporary praise music. Come as you are. During Advent and Lent we offer a more traditional Wednesday Eveing Service. Come experience the presence of Jesus in worship! | |
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Education |
Christian training and nurture is important to us.We offer DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING on Sundays (September through May) at 10:15 a.m. for three-year-olds through adults. MIDWEEK EDUCATION AND CONFIRMATION INSTRUCTION is offered on Wednesdays During the school year at 4:00 p.m. for children from grade five through eight. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is offered to the community each summer. A WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE FELLOWSHIP for adults meets at 10:30. ADULT INFORMATION CLASSES are offered as needed. They are designed for those who desire to learn more about the Christian faith and the Lutheran Church. OTHER educational opportunities and Bible fellowships are offered throughout the week. | |
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Central Lutheran School |
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CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL provides a quality Christian education for children from preschool through gade eight. Central Lutheran School is approved by the state of Iowa Department of Education. Extra-curricular activities include fine arts, choirs, band, and athletics. For more information about Central Lutheran School, call the school office at 319.223.5271 or click on the link below. |
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Fellowship Ministries |
Our LADIES' SOCIETY meets at 1:00 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Activities include Bible study, service projects and Christian fellowship. The society is associated with the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, also nown as Lutheran Women in Mission.Our NIMBLE FINGERS SEWING GROUP meets at 9:00 each Tuesday morning. This group sews and ties quilts for missions and individuals. Our STUDENT MINISTRY includes Bible study, fellowship and service for students in grades five through eight and for freshmen through seniors. SrHi Midweek Break meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. during the school year. RUBBER STAMPERS meet on an occasional basis to share stamping resources and do a project for the church. FAMILY FELLOWSHIP ACTIVITIES are held throughout the year. | |
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Music Ministries |
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Various opportunities allow members to praise God and enhance worship with their musical talents:
CHOIR - Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.
TONE CHIME CHOIR - Sundays, 8:00 a.m.
PRAISE TEAM - Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m.
CHILDREN'S CHOIRS - During Sunday School
SUMMER SINGERS - After Sunday worship during the Summer
INDIVIDUALS and SMALL GROUPS are encouraged to share their musical gifts in our sevices of worship. | |
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