We invite you to worship on campus & livestream on YouTube on Sunday at 10:00 AM, with hospitality time following the liturgy.
The worship bulletin for Sunday, May 19 is here.
The children’s bulletin for Sunday, May 19 is here.
FELC YouTube links
You can find our livestream on YouTube here.
You can also view the livestream on our website here.
Welcome to FELC
Welcome to First English Lutheran Church.
You’re invited to fully participate in a community of faith and friendship that gathers for worship, relationship building, personal growth, and service in the community and the world. Following the example of Christ, this congregation welcomes you exactly as you are.
We are committed to the work of racial equity, justice, and advocating for marginalized groups. We welcome people in all places on the journey of faith and life. We celebrate differences in age, appearance, economic status, ethnic origin, nationality, race, family configuration, marital or relationship status, political leaning, religious background, and those who are differently abled physically or mentally.
Since 1989, FELC has openly welcomed persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities and expressions to full participation in the church and society.
We’re Lutheran, so that means we believe in grace for everyone. The good news of Jesus Christ, who brings us the love and mercy of God as a gift, liberates us to love as we are loved, serve as we are served, and give as we have been given much. We rejoice in the diversity that has nurtured and enriched the whole church.
Whether you’re from another faith tradition, a seeker and questioner looking for more to life and a place to explore, or even a lifelong Lutheran, we’re glad to have you.
News
- Summer ClosuresThe FELC Office will be closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 and Independence Day, Thursday, July 4. A reminder that the FELC Office is closed every Friday. The FELCDC will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, and the week of July 1 – 5 in observance of Independence Day and for a short …
- The 50th Day of Easter: Pentecost Sunday, May 19Worship in the Fellowship Hall The Easter season concludes on Sunday, May 19 with the feast of the Pentecost. The name comes from the Greek pentekoste, “fiftieth” day of the celebration of the resurrection of Christ. It refers to the festival celebrated on the fiftieth day after Passover, also known as the “Feast of Weeks” …
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- Learning Ministry | May 19Thank you to Rev. Bob Karli for concluding his Adult Faith Formation series on the Life Cycle of a Congregation last Sunday. Thank you to Merrily Porter for her Children’s Faith Formation lesson on the Holy Spirit and the Early Church. On Pentecost Sunday, May 19, 9 am in the Parlor, Bailey Barlow will be …
- Transition Team Update: May 13The FELC Transition Team will be presenting the draft of our Ministry Site Profile (MSP) and Seven Reflections on Ministry and Context to the Council next week. We are grateful for your prayers and support as we work together with the Council to finalize the MSP package in the coming weeks. With joy and thanks, …
- Micah 6 Youth Drop In Center Meal | May 25The FELC community provides and serves a meal to youth experiencing homelessness in the UT area. You can be a part of this ministry, too, by preparing food, volunteering to serve the meal, and adding your prayers. Our next time to serve is Saturday, May 25, 2-4 pm. Any level of participation is welcome! To find out more and to serve, …
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- Thank You from Global RefugeIn April 2024 First English designated Global Refuge (formally Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services) as one of our 2024 benevolence partners. Global Refuge provides services such as refugee resettlement, children and family services, advocacy, mental health services and crisis response to those seeking a new way of life in the US. On Tuesday, May 14, …
- Game Night & Potluck | May 18Saturday, May 18, 6:00pm Meet in the Fellowship Hall of First English Lutheran Church, 3001 Whitis. Enter though the door marked Fellowship Hall, or the door marked Kitchen. Bring food you like to share, bring board games if you want, or just try one of the many games that will be available. Anyone who enjoys …
- Learning Ministry | May 12Thank you to Professor Ulrich Goebel and Nikki Northcutt, who led Adult and Children’s Faith Formation respectively last week Sunday. Our social media posting said it best: “We examined the many faces of love this morning during Faith Formation and Worship: our youth explored sharing love, adults learned about faithful love, and we all heard …
- Backpacks and Canned Foods for Micah 6 Ministries: MayFirst English will continue to collect both new and used backpacks for Micah 6 ministries for the month of May. Leave backpacks in the bucket in the north transept. In addition, we will collect canned meat, canned fruits, canned veggies other than green beans or peas, and any reusable clothing items. Leave food and clothing …
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- Feast of the Ascension | Thursday, May 9Following the biblical accounts in Mark, Luke, and Acts, the whole church celebrates the feast of the ascension of Jesus to heaven on the fortieth day after the feast of the Resurrection. To explore a Devotional Worship Service with bible readings, a homily, a hymn, and prayers, please click here. “Lord, beyond our mortal sight, raise our …
- Our Missing Historic Sconce – Repaired and Re-Installed!Narrated by Heidi Goebel, FELC Property Committee Perhaps some of you have admired the lovely original light fixture outside the south narthex doors. It has served us well for almost 85 years. Maybe you’ve also noticed that its twin is nowhere to be found on the opposite side of the building, by the north narthex …
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- Austin City Lutherans Rent Assistance ProgramAustin City Lutherans (ACL) is preparing to carry out its fourth rent assistance program through Bread For All Food Pantry. Applications for assistance will be available at Bread For All each Monday in June. Applicants will need to present a photo ID, a rental or mortgage contract, and an explanation of need. After the applications …
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