Sunday, Sept. 6 – 9:30 AM Worship Gathering ONLY
Sunday, Sept. 6
9:30 AM Worship Gathering ONLY
What’s happening:
What’s happening:
GriefShare (13-Week Support Group) - Starting Aug. 19
GriefShare: 13-Week Grief Support Group
📆 Date: Wednesdays, Aug. 19-Nov. 11
🕑 Time: 2:00 – 3:30 PM
⛪ Where: Central
💲 Cost: $20 (covers workbook)
Find help and encouragement after the loss of a loved one. GriefShare is a weekly seminar and support group designed to help you heal and rebuild. You don’t have to go through grief alone—we’re here to help.
For questions, contact Kirsten Gill at kirsten.gill@clcelkriver.org.
Backpack Blessing - Aug. 30
📅 Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
🕒 When: During both worship gatherings
Start the school year with prayer and encouragement! All school-aged kids, teachers, paras, bus drivers, lunch staff, janitors—anyone involved in education—are invited to bring their school backpacks to church.
During the service, we will:
-Pray over students and all who serve in schools
-Give each student a special backpack tag
-Bless you as you begin the year ahead
Parents, have your students bring their backpacks to worship! We have a new backpack tag for them!
Baptism Class - Sept. 1
Baptism Class
Date: Tuesday, September 1
Time: 6:00–6:45 PM
Location: Central Lutheran Church
Want to learn more about baptism at Central—whether for your child or for yourself? This brief class walks through what baptism means, why we practice it, and what to expect on your baptism day. It’s a friendly, welcoming space to learn, ask questions, and understand this meaningful practice.
All are welcome!
If you can’t make it to a class, reach out to ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org to meet a different time.
Senior Seminars: Find Your Fit - Aug. 25
Senior Seminars are practical, community-focused conversations designed to help adults 65+ (and those who care about them) navigate aging with confidence. Each session features local experts sharing helpful, easy-to-understand insights on topics that matter most.
Hosted by Central Lutheran Church in partnership with Thryve.
- Date: Tuesday, August 25
- Time: 3:00 PM
- Location: Central Lutheran Church – 1103 School St. NW Elk River, MN 55330
- Presented by: Lori Resendiz, Club GA, Chelsie Vickerman, YMCA, Natalie Anderson, Elk River Senior Center
- Cost: FREE! RSVP is appreciated, walk ins are welcome
TOPIC: Find Your Fit – Meet a panel of local fitness providers and explore opportunities to stay active and well