Opportunities to Learn and Grow at Christ Lutheran Church
Christ Lutheran Church offers a wide variety of opportunities for involvement and growth in the Christian life. Because we believe so strongly in coming together for the better, many of our programs are offered in collaboration with other churches, community organizations, and like-minded individuals.
Upcoming Events and Special Services
Walking Scripture Meditation
Thursdays in August
9 am at J.Neils Park
Meet Pastor Abigail at the picnic pavilion and parking across from the arena at J.Neils Park. We gather and close with song and prayer, and use a different "journey" themed scripture as our walking companion each week. Every 1/4 mile (of the 1 1/2 mile, paved loop), we'll pause to re-read and re-focus on the scripture.
Sunday School resumes September 15 see below for more info!
Season of Creation: special events and worship opportunities September 1 -October 5!
Way of Creation walk
Saturday, September 14 and 21
time and location TBD
We will celebrate Creation by meditating on passages from the Book of Genesis hand-in-hand with the Book of the Cosmos, while walking through a local corner of the natural world.
Gifts from the Garden
Saturday, September 21, 2024
9am-12pm at Christ Lutheran Church
Bring. Take. Share. We are hosting a plant swap in our Spruce Street parking lot - no expectations other than sharing the goodness of creation!
Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 5, 2024
4pm at Fireman's Park (near the parking spots)
In the spirit of Saint Frances, bring friendly animals to join a brief service and to receive individual blessings. Challenging animals can relax in a vehicle and receive a blessing from there.
Thursdays in August
9 am at J.Neils Park
Meet Pastor Abigail at the picnic pavilion and parking across from the arena at J.Neils Park. We gather and close with song and prayer, and use a different "journey" themed scripture as our walking companion each week. Every 1/4 mile (of the 1 1/2 mile, paved loop), we'll pause to re-read and re-focus on the scripture.
Sunday School resumes September 15 see below for more info!
Season of Creation: special events and worship opportunities September 1 -October 5!
Way of Creation walk
Saturday, September 14 and 21
time and location TBD
We will celebrate Creation by meditating on passages from the Book of Genesis hand-in-hand with the Book of the Cosmos, while walking through a local corner of the natural world.
Gifts from the Garden
Saturday, September 21, 2024
9am-12pm at Christ Lutheran Church
Bring. Take. Share. We are hosting a plant swap in our Spruce Street parking lot - no expectations other than sharing the goodness of creation!
Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 5, 2024
4pm at Fireman's Park (near the parking spots)
In the spirit of Saint Frances, bring friendly animals to join a brief service and to receive individual blessings. Challenging animals can relax in a vehicle and receive a blessing from there.
Education at
Christ Lutheran Church
Sunday School
Every Sunday (September through May)
in the Fireside Room
Preschool-Elementary school children (as well as caregivers) are invited to gather in the Fireside Room during the sermon to engage with a video, story, and activity based on a Bible story from worship using the Whirl curriculum.
Group Bible Study
Every Monday
12:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room
Currently on-hold. Come grow your faith as we take an in-depth look at the Old Testament beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Mondays. If you want to be more confident in your understanding of the people, places, and promises of the Bible, this small group is for you. People of all ages and all biblical backgrounds are welcome to attend this very engaging Bible study.
Gather Study (aka Circle)
2nd Tuesday of each month
1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Everyone is invited to join at 1:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Fellowship Hall for discussion using study material from the Gather magazine for an inspirational yet challenging study.
Gather magazine offers a mix of articles, theological reflections, devotions and stories of comfort and challenge that help readers grow in faith and engage in ministry and action.
Dwelling in the Word
Thursdays
1:00 p.m. at the Fix Coffeehouse (312 Mineral Ave)
Join Pastor Abigail for informal conversation about the gospel text for the upcoming Sunday. Reflect together about what we notice in the scripture, what questions we have, and how God might be speaking to us through scripture and conversation.
Every Sunday (September through May)
in the Fireside Room
Preschool-Elementary school children (as well as caregivers) are invited to gather in the Fireside Room during the sermon to engage with a video, story, and activity based on a Bible story from worship using the Whirl curriculum.
Group Bible Study
Every Monday
12:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room
Currently on-hold. Come grow your faith as we take an in-depth look at the Old Testament beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Mondays. If you want to be more confident in your understanding of the people, places, and promises of the Bible, this small group is for you. People of all ages and all biblical backgrounds are welcome to attend this very engaging Bible study.
Gather Study (aka Circle)
2nd Tuesday of each month
1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Everyone is invited to join at 1:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Fellowship Hall for discussion using study material from the Gather magazine for an inspirational yet challenging study.
Gather magazine offers a mix of articles, theological reflections, devotions and stories of comfort and challenge that help readers grow in faith and engage in ministry and action.
Dwelling in the Word
Thursdays
1:00 p.m. at the Fix Coffeehouse (312 Mineral Ave)
Join Pastor Abigail for informal conversation about the gospel text for the upcoming Sunday. Reflect together about what we notice in the scripture, what questions we have, and how God might be speaking to us through scripture and conversation.
Other Groups at
Christ Lutheran Church
Arthritis Exercise Class
Mondays and Wednesdays
11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
Instructor: Amy Smart
Join a fun group for low-impact exercise tailored to those of us with aches and pains - keep moving so you can keep moving! Freewill donation for the instructor.
Adult Grief Support Group
Every Tuesday
1:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room
Facilitators: Karen Enhelder and Penny Vangen
The loss of a loved one can be devastating, but you do not have to be alone during this challenging time in your life. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a spouse, a family member, or a close friend is welcome to participate and ultimately find renewed hope. Through our Grief Support Group, you will be able to share your journey with others; discover fresh, new ways to cope and/or release your grief; and safely explore your feelings of anger, abandonment, isolation, fear, or other difficult emotions.
Anyone wishing to join the group is requested to call our office at 293-3705 and will we will gladly put you in touch with the group leaders.
Mondays and Wednesdays
11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
Instructor: Amy Smart
Join a fun group for low-impact exercise tailored to those of us with aches and pains - keep moving so you can keep moving! Freewill donation for the instructor.
Adult Grief Support Group
Every Tuesday
1:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room
Facilitators: Karen Enhelder and Penny Vangen
The loss of a loved one can be devastating, but you do not have to be alone during this challenging time in your life. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a spouse, a family member, or a close friend is welcome to participate and ultimately find renewed hope. Through our Grief Support Group, you will be able to share your journey with others; discover fresh, new ways to cope and/or release your grief; and safely explore your feelings of anger, abandonment, isolation, fear, or other difficult emotions.
Anyone wishing to join the group is requested to call our office at 293-3705 and will we will gladly put you in touch with the group leaders.
Putting Faith Into
Action Through Service
Christ’s Kitchen
Helping out those who have “more month than money,” Christ Lutheran Church members host a free community dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month. The entire community is invited with no questions asked or qualifications needed. Currently, we offer a curbside service at our church location.
Loads of Love
On the third Thursday of each month from 5:00 - 7:15 Christ Lutheran Church volunteers host an evening at the Dirty Rooster Laundromat. Quarters, detergent and fabric softener are provided free of charge to help our neighbors without a washer and dryer.
Laundry Offering
On the first Sunday of each month during the regular offering, we collect pocket change and other contributions in mini laundry baskets to help fund our monthly "Loads of Love" free laundry event.
Red Wagon Sunday
On the third Sunday of each month during the regular offering, we collect pocket change and other contributions in "little red wagons". All of the offerings are then donated to ELCA World Hunger and to local food pantries.
Local Food Pantries
Christ Lutheran Church members regularly volunteer with, and our congregation contributes food and financial gifts to the Libby and Troy food pantries.
Habitat for Humanity
Christ Lutheran Church is a Habitat Covenant Partner Congregation and was instrumental in founding the Kootenai Valley Partners chapter in Lincoln County.
Quilts and Care Kits
Quilts and blankets; school supply kits; and personal care kits are collected, prepared, and then shipped every year through Lutheran World Relief.
Helping out those who have “more month than money,” Christ Lutheran Church members host a free community dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month. The entire community is invited with no questions asked or qualifications needed. Currently, we offer a curbside service at our church location.
Loads of Love
On the third Thursday of each month from 5:00 - 7:15 Christ Lutheran Church volunteers host an evening at the Dirty Rooster Laundromat. Quarters, detergent and fabric softener are provided free of charge to help our neighbors without a washer and dryer.
Laundry Offering
On the first Sunday of each month during the regular offering, we collect pocket change and other contributions in mini laundry baskets to help fund our monthly "Loads of Love" free laundry event.
Red Wagon Sunday
On the third Sunday of each month during the regular offering, we collect pocket change and other contributions in "little red wagons". All of the offerings are then donated to ELCA World Hunger and to local food pantries.
Local Food Pantries
Christ Lutheran Church members regularly volunteer with, and our congregation contributes food and financial gifts to the Libby and Troy food pantries.
Habitat for Humanity
Christ Lutheran Church is a Habitat Covenant Partner Congregation and was instrumental in founding the Kootenai Valley Partners chapter in Lincoln County.
Quilts and Care Kits
Quilts and blankets; school supply kits; and personal care kits are collected, prepared, and then shipped every year through Lutheran World Relief.