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Help Make Christmas Brighter for Children and Older Adults!
Towels for older adults, gifts for children, helping hands for wrapping, and prayers for our neighbors—there are so many ways to proclaim the radical love of Christ this Christmas! Join our Community Engagement Team in supporting Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest. There's a way for each one of you to make a difference!
Bring a Framed Photo: All Saints Sunday November 1
On All Saints Sunday, November 1, we will remember those who have died and celebrate the promise that in Christ, death does not have the final word. You are invited to bring framed photos of loved ones who have died.
Inspirational. Challenging. Join the Women’s Bible Study Every First Saturday
The Women’s Bible Study meets at 10:00a in the Activities Room on the first Saturday of every month. Each lesson follows the Gather magazine Bible study curriculum. All are welcome! Contact Pastor Naomi for more information.
Consider Your Giving During the November 2026 Generosity & Giving Pledge Campaign
The theme for this year’s Generosity and Giving Pledge Campaign is “Deep Roots. Open Hearts. Generous Lives.” Pledge cards have been mailed, or you can pick up an extra card on the Activities Counter. The campaign will culminate on Commitment Sunday, November 22.
Next Opportunity to Pack STAR Village Breakfast Bags: November 8, 9:00a
On the second and fourth Sundays of each month, Lutheran Church of the Foothills is partnering with STAR Village to pack breakfast bags for women experiencing homelessness. Learn how you can help by donating supplies, packing the bags, or delivering them.
Beyond the Book Discussion Group: Dive Deep Into Family Dynamics
Beyond the Book discussion group meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. Come join us—even if you haven’t read the book or attended Lutheran Church of the Foothills. Click “Read More” for details.
Grand Canyon Synod Women’s Retreat 2026: We Are Worthy
Join Pastor Naomi and other women from our congregation at the Synod Women’s Retreat on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:30a to 4:00p in Mesa, AZ. Registration deadline is October 30. Contact Bethany Boyd or Pastor Naomi if you are interested in carpooling
Next Primavera Men’s Shelter Meal: November 20, 3:45p
You can participate by signing up to bring one of the meal items or serving the white chicken chili meal at the shelter. See the signup on the Activities Counter or contact the Office.
Everyone Is Welcome at Read & Yak Discussion: November 21, 12:00 noon
Due to Thanksgiving weekend, Read & Yak is meeting one week early–November 21–to discuss Going Back to Bisbee by Richard Shelton. “This book is very informative about the history, ecology, and culture of southeastern Arizona. Even better, Shelton's subtle sense of humor makes the book fun to read.”—C.J. Shane, visual artist and writer, February 2025.
Pie Social: November 22
Join us after worship on Sunday, November 22, for a time of fellowship and fun, filled with friends and pie! Sign up on the Activities Counter.
A Successful “Here We Clean!” Thanks to YOU
“Here We Clean!” was a success! Learn how much you contributed to help neighbors served by Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest.
Challenge Your Mind and Have Fun With Mahjong!
Whether you are a beginner or experienced player, you are invited to join a neighborhood mahjong group every Tuesday from 12:00p to 3:00p in the Activities Room. To find out the details, click Read More.
Gathered by Grace: Join Our Wednesday Evening Bible Study
Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., Gathered By Grace will study God’s unfolding promise in the Bible using Manna and Mercy by Daniel Erlander, a creative and engaging retelling of the biblical story that invites reflection, conversation, and even a little optional coloring along the way. Come when you can and bring a friend.
Thursday Journey: The Extraordinary Adventures of Abraham and Sarah
Sometimes God changes the world by calling ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Abraham and Sarah never imagined where God’s call would lead. Yet their story ultimately became foundational to three great faiths, and it may change the way you see your own journey. Thursday Journey will explore their story starting September 17.
Contribute to the Interfaith Community Services Basket
Help fight food insecurity among our neighbors and support Interfaith Community Services (ICS) Food Banks by donating food items. Read the article or see the west end of the Activities Counter for the complete list of needed items.
Help Aid and Transform the Lives of Unhoused Women: Sister José Women's Center
Sister José Women’s Center is a low-barrier shelter in Tucson for women without housing. Donations can be dropped off in the blue bin at the east end of the Activities Counter.
Be Part of the Solution to Worldwide Hunger
Worldwide, about 720 million people are hungry. Over 47 million of those people are in the United States. Click “Read More” to learn how much we recently collected in our ELCA World Hunger loose change jar.
There’s One Thing You Can Do: Pray Without Ceasing
Help bring down the walls that divide. The community is invited to participate in brief prayer vigils in Midtown and on the Eastside for marginalized and targeted neighbors.
Time Change for Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition Prayer Vigils
Every 4th Monday at 4:00p, join the Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition for peaceful prayer and singing in front of the Tucson ICE Office.
Household Blessings: Collection Sunday, November 29
Household Blessings provides good quality or gently used kitchen, bath, or bedroom items for people in need. Collections occur immediately after our 10:00a service on the last Sunday of each month.