March 2026 Newsletter
We love, serve, and gather in Christ.
Pastor’s Corner
Friends:
The 25th edition of the Winter Olympics has been a lot of fun to watch. I hope you, and your family, have been able to see the competition!
At this writing, mid-Feb, the US ranks third in the Gold medal count. This year I have noted the difference in watching speed skiing and skating and the athleticism needed, verses something like Curling! But do not let that fool you, the Curling competitors are also in great shape.
Sometimes what we see on the outside does not match what's going on inside! This is the Old Testament story 1 Samuel 16:7. When David is picked as King the Bible says "The world looks on the outside, The Lord looks upon the heart!"
May your heart be refreshed in the grace and love of God during this Lenten season and soon coming Easter!
God bless you, Pastor Doug
Worship Times
Faith Lutheran Church 9 am
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church 11 am
As a reminder, you are always welcome at either service.
Your Council
Missy Schroeder, Indiana-Kentucky Synod, was a guest as at the beginning of council meeting. She discussed that St. Andrews is very early in their process, having just voted Sunday, 2/15/26 to pursue a Holy Closure. She met with us to discuss how we can help in this process.
Maintenance issues were discussed and where in the process. This included: crack in the sanctuary ceiling, parking lot resurfacing, and sign replacement.
We have a Joint Council meeting coming up on March 2nd at 7pm, via zoom, with St. Andrews. These meetings are held quartly per our Shared Ministry agreement.
Ciara Kriar will be introducing children and family time during worship, where she or another member will read a book with the children in attendance. She is also holding a meeting after church on March 8th, to get more people involved in this ministry.
Family Promise
The next Family Promise dinner Faith will provide is scheduled for Monday, May 4th, 2026.
Lenten Schedule
Agape Supper, April 2, 2026, 6pm at Faith
Once again, we gather for a wonderful meal and service, don't miss the fellowship and good food again this year.
Good Friday, April 3, 2026, 7pm at St Andrews
As we walk through the darkness of the world upon the death of Jesus.
Easter, April 5, 2026, The Celebration of Resurrection of our Lord
Both churches will have services at their regular times!
Food Pantry
February Food Pantry was certainly busy with 12 volunteers moving and shaking things up with a smile on their faces! Faith’s Food Pantry team is awesome! They collaborate, coordinate, and communicate about different ideas, yet always how to take care of the community.
A month or two ago, Emily Ingram, Ciara Krier, and our newest volunteer, Sarah, a Wayne Township teacher, collaborated and discussed how to educate the community on various types of food to substitute, recipe ideas, introduction of new foods, and how to use different items in various dishes. It was amazing to watch them…our newest volunteers…and listen to their passion and initiatives.
Lori Becker continues to buy our regular food items, Ron Graff and Vince Draper volunteer to help all the food pantries load and deliver Faith’s Coalition monthly pickups to the bldg., and Janice and Nikki Lee along with Debbie and Steve Hacker cover the Gleaners order pickups. Then, once a month we all come together, as many as 17 volunteers, to help over 200 people (young and old) every month receive food to help nourish their bodies. Faith couldnt provide as much food as we do without the trusty financial donors too along with the Hendricks County Food Pantry Coalition annual $$ donation.
The community is blessed thanks to each person. God bless! The Food Pantry Team
The next food pantry will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9 11am. We ask you to please prayerfully consider volunteering or financially supporting us as we serve our neighbors. All volunteers are welcome and needed!
Wednesday Night Zoom
Wednesday night Bible study is on pause until after Easter.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND INVITED! Each week the Zoom link is sent out on Wednesday. The Wednesday night Bible study is studying the Bible lessons for the coming Sunday.
Come join the conversation
Faith Formation
Faith Formation: Starting February 22, we will begin studying the Lenten devotionals together.
Join us, all are welcome. We meet each Sunday evening, 7pm, on Zoom.
The Zoom link is sent out with the Sunday morning email.
Food Pantry Date
The next food pantry will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9 11am.
We ask you to please prayerfully consider volunteering or financially supporting us as we serve our neighbors. All volunteers are welcome and needed!
Thank YOU
Thanks to Vince Draper for the food pantry coalition pickup and drop off.
Jay Anderson, thank you for the new flooring at the computer desk.
Thank you to Ciara Krier for setting up our new children’s program.
Thanks to Vi Hughes for scheduling the Worship assistants for Worship each month.
Everyone who brought food for our pitch-in, thank you!
Faith Giving Information
Faithful Faith Members...with the various giving options (traditional envelopes, direct deposit, Vanco Mobile or Vanco On-line via link from Faith’s website), we have reduced the number of offering envelopes for the congregation, let church office know if you need more.
Pastor’s Office Hours
Just a reminder that Pastor Doug’s office hours are as followed (subject to change):
Faith: 11am–1pm Tuesday
Building Security
If you are the last person to leave the building, please check the list on the alarm, lock, alarm the building, and check the doors to protect people and property.
March Celebrations
We’d like to honor and celebrate with you!
Please contact the office to make sure we have
your birthday and anniversary on file.
BIRTHDAYS
David Lee March 15
Debbie Hacker March 23
Estelle Boyd March 29
Prayer Wall
“Through Christ we can do all things”
Philippians 4:13
Join us in prayer for our brother and sisters in Christ for good health, healing, safety, strength, courage, peace, clear minds, renewed spirit, and for all their unknown needs.
Our Homebound Members: Martha Siemers, Carol Westwick, Judy Vogel, and Estelle Boyd.
Continued Prayers: Tommy Funk (recovering from back surgery), LouAnn Funk (medical concerns), Judy Vogel and family (ongoing support), Martha Siemers.
For special intention: Estelle Boyd.
Prayers of comfort and healing to those Faith Family members who aren’t able to attend due to health concerns. If you need food or anything, please let a Council member know so we can be there for YOU.
Higher Education Students: Kaleb Durfee, Maddie Anderson, Jacob Benning, Karissa Draper, Scott Brunton, Lily Brunton and all students in Hendricks County!!
Military Service Members: All Service Men and Women fighting for our freedoms and their families who have also sacrificed.
Current Events: Prayers of comfort for those who have experienced a loss due to the mass shootings. Peace for our troubled world.
Leadership and Local Organizations: ELCA Bishop Yehiel Curry I-K Synod Bishop Tim Graham Lutheran Child and Family Services Family Promise Sheltering Wings Faith’s Food Pantry
As a family of Faith, we want to pray and celebrate WITH you. Please submit your requests to the office by phone 317.272.1022 or by email at flc.avon@att.net.
If you would like to add details to your petitions, you are welcome to do so but you do NOT have to.