First Word Newsletter
First Word is the monthly newsletter of First Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. It is distributed to members of the congregation and others upon request. First Word is available to read online, via email, or U.S. mail. Stay in touch with what's happening in the First Lutheran faith family. Sign up below.
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First Word is available to read online by the first of each month.
August mobile-friendly articles
Capital Campaign Updates
Church Governance Task Force Update
Come and Sing (Lankford Arts concert, October 2025)
FLCW
From the President
God’s Word, Planted in Our Hearts, Provides the Growth (Youth & Family Updates)
Hidden with Christ in God (from Pastor Jason)
Special Offering – Call to Freedom
first word submissions
Article submissions are due the first business day of the month for publication the following month. The editors of First Word reserve the right to edit submissions. Reader feedback is always welcome. Please submit articles or questions regarding First Word to Jodi Hoyt, Communication and Technology Director.