Community Outreach
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drive-thru coffee and prayer
The Sioux Falls community is invited to start your Wednesdays off on a good note. Each Wednesday morning from 7:30 to 8:30, Lutheran Men in Mission offers drive-thru FREE coffee and prayer. Simply pull through under the canopy on the south side of the church, and have a coffee, hot chocolate, or bottled water and a quick prayer to start your day off right!
church on the street
Whether out on the streets, visiting with a congregation, or at a meeting of people who gather to discuss services that are already providing for the marginalized homeless community, the question asked most often is, “Why?” Why don’t you just invite everyone to church and call it good? This might work for some, but others need more.
EMMAUS ROAD MINISTRIES
The genesis of what is today Emmaus Road Ministries has humble beginnings. Emmaus Road Ministries was born at the crossroads where human tragedy and grief are intersected by the healing grace of God and by the solidarity of the Christian community.
food to you: mobile food pantry
As part of the Charis Ministries partnership, First Lutheran occasionally hosts Food to You distribution. Food to You Mobile Food Pantry is a way to get groceries and household items to those who need them on a weekly basis by distributing them in the neighborhoods after daytime work hours.
Food to You asks for a specific food each month to stock their shelves. You can drop these items off in the designated donation box in the back of the Atrium.
January/July: macaroni and cheese
February/August: pasta
March/September: hearty soups
April/October: cereal
May/November: peanut butter
June/December: tuna and tuna helper
Necessities for Neighbors
As part of the Charis Ministries partnership, First Lutheran hosts a monthly Necessities for Neighbors distribution on the third Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. in Reformation Hall. Necessities for Neighbors distributes practical goods that are not available with SNAP benefits such as toilet paper, laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, and some personal care items when available.
We currently see the need for nearly 1500 rolls of toilet paper per month. If you are so moved, you may contribute to support this important ministry. We are also seeking a corps of volunteers to help with this ministry. Read more.
st. dysmas ministry
In 1989, in response to a need to provide worship, ministry, and fellowship to those in prison at the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls and the Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield, St. Dysmas was born. The name St. Dysmas comes from the name of the thief believed to be hung on the cross next to Jesus. This man asked Christ to be remembered. The St. Dysmas ministry strives to minister to those incarcerated who also feel lost, forgotten, or abandoned. Pastor Wayne Gallipo currently serves as pastor and development coordinator for this ministry. First Lutheran members regularly worship with the incarcerated men at the State Penitentiary. If you would like to attend worship services with us, security paperwork must be submitted at least two weeks in advance. Visit the link below to get your paperwork, and return it to the Info Desk at church.