INVITE AND ENCOURAGE
You are invited to worship with us here at McFarland Lutheran Church, experience our fellowship, and get involved in serving God by serving our neighbors. You are always welcome to take part in the life of this congregation at any time.
Becoming a Member
Our purpose is to invite you to grow deeper into Jesus and the community that bears his name. We invite you to go beyond “attending” to making a commitment to Jesus Christ and Christ’s Church here in this place. Why? More about Becoming a Member.
BEFRIENDER TRAINING
Are you interested in learning more about yourself and how to care for others? The Befriender Ministry here at McFarland Lutheran Church will provide you with training to learn about self-care and care-giving. You will be encouraged to consider using your befriending skills to care for others in this congregation and community. More about Befriender Training.
HOSPITALITY TEAM
Do you love to make people feel at home? Here at McFarland Lutheran Church the Hospitality Ministry Team seeks to welcome and nourish the people who gather for worship. They organize and provide for members and guests, opportunities for fellowship which include delicious refreshments, coffee, tea or juice in the Great Hall (near the kitchen).If you are interested in Hospitality Team please contact our church office at 608-838-3184 or complete the sharing your time and talents form.
NEW MEMBER SPONSORS
Do you like meeting new people? Are you interested in providing support and encouragement to those new to this congregation? New Member Sponsors befriend and welcome those who are new to McFarland Lutheran Church. Sponsors are invited to pray for and to form connections with a particular family in the new member class. They familiarize these new members with MLC ministry on a one-on-one basis, introduce them to other members, share faith stories, alert them to Bible study and other educational offerings, and help them discern ways in which they can use their gifts in ministry.
OLDER WISER LUTHERANS (O.W.L.S.)
Are you looking for fellowship, humor, encouragement? O.W.L.S. a fellowship ministry here at McFarland Lutheran Church for members, friends and visitors to this congregation. It is designed for those age 55 or better.
OWLS meets monthly to hear a speaker or view a presentation, listen to a brief devotion, chuckle over some good humor, share Christian fellowship and enjoy coffee and a tasty snack.
Popular programs include travel/trip presentations, musical performances, educational/informational productions, and talks by members of the congregation on a variety of topics ranging from POW experiences to historical venues.
The month of May is always devoted to remembering McFarland Lutheran’s ethnic heritage by celebrating Syttende Mai (May 17th, the day the Norwegians gained their independence from Sweden).
OWLS meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Visitors and guests are welcome and encouraged.
SPIRIT OF HOPE
There are times when seeking wise counsel about how we are managing these stresses can be helpful and lead us to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. All of us may benefit from time to time from some wise counsel about how we are managing our lives. More on Spirit of Hope.
HEALTH & WELLNESS MINISTRY TEAM / PARISH NURSE
The Health and Wellness Vision Team is responsible for identifying the needs of the congregation and surrounding community relating to physical, mental and spiritual health. We also provide and coordinate opportunities for ministry in these areas. More on Health and Wellness Ministry.
YOUTH MINISTRY TEAM
Would you like to help identify the needs of MLC youth relating to physical, mental and spiritual health? If you are interested in Yourth Ministry Team please contact our church office at 608-838-3184 or complete the sharing your time and talents form.