We are raising funds to install new flooring in the Fellowship Hall, the entry by the ramp, the landing at the bottom of the stairs, and possibly the kitchen. (We are waiting for final pricing for the kitchen). We will be using Luxury Vinyl Planks for the new floors; there is a sample in the Entry. The cost of the new floors in the Fellowship Hall, entry, and landing is $22,270. (The kitchen would be approximately $3,250 more.) After using the $8,000 in the Memorial Fund, we need to raise $14,200. If you would like to contribute you may use a Special Offering envelope found in the pews or give online on our website. (If giving online, select “Memorials” on the “To:” drop down.) There is a chart in the main entry which will show the ongoing progress of the fundraiser.

October 4 is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis (1182-1226) was a monk who founded the contemporary order of Franciscans. He was known for his vow of poverty and his special connection to animals, among many other things.

On Sunday, October 5, at the beginning of the worship service, we will celebrate Saint Francis of Assisi with a Blessing of the Pets. Please bring your fish, caged animals, well-behaved dogs or cats, or pictures of animals that you want to have blessed.

Trinity Lutheran Church is also hosting a Blessing of the Animals Sunday, October 5, at 12:30 pm in Clark Park between the off-leash area and Trinity’s sanctuary (2324 Lombard).  There  will prayers, scripture, singing, and blessings of pets.  There will also be time to honor the memory of pets who have passed; you are welcome to bring their ashes as well.

Our Church Family will get together for a Reformation Celebration on Sunday, October 26, following Worship. We will share a potluck dinner with brats, hot dogs, and beverages provided. The celebration will include the “Selling of Indulgences” (in other words a bake sale) with funds raised going toward Holiday Grocery Gift Cards. Watch the bulletins for more information.

There are snakes all around us. It might not seem like it, but just like the snakes that surrounded the people of Israel, snakes are surrounding us. Let me remind you of that story found in Numbers 21. The people of Israel had been in the wilderness for almost 40 years and they are tired. They are worn out. They are angry. They are annoyed. There is no water and the manna which God has provided for them is, as the people say, “miserable.” They complain about God and they complain about Moses. And suddenly, in the middle of their complaining, they are surrounded by snakes.

We continue to work our way through Luke’s Gospel during the green season of Pentecost.

October 5 - Luke 17:5-10
October 12 - Luke 17:11-19
October 19 - Luke 18:1-8
October 26 - Luke 18:9-14

Thanksgiving and Christmas Grocery Gift Cards for those  experiencing food insecurity. The Salvation Army will supply us with a list of people in need of assistance. We will once again be inviting those receiving gift cards to a reception here at Central on Sunday, November 23, following worship. Donations are needed to make this annual ministry a success. Donations can be made using the Special Offering envelopes in the pews, or online, by CLICKING HERE or using the "Give Online Now" button on our website. Make sure to designate your donation to "Mission of the Month" on the "To:"  drop down menu.

Beginning in October, the only day that our Office Manager, Kim Gildroy, will be in the office is Thursday, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

The quilters here at Central Lutheran Church make quilts for people around the world, through Lutheran World Relief.  Click below for more information on how you can help.  

The homeless, under-resourced, or just plain hungry are all welcome! Anyone in need can get a meal at Central Lutheran Church each Sunday night. Sunday Suppers are at 5:00 pm. These meals are provided by volunteers from  different congregations representing a variety of denominations in Snohomish County.

You are invited to serve in this vital ministry. Volunteers can arrive at 4:30 to help with set up and the meal will be served at 5:00. We stop serving meals at 6:00 and usually can be cleaned up and done by 6:30.   As the saying goes, many hands make light work. 

Thank you as always for your support in time, food, and prayers.

“Following World War II, many of the countries were devastated by the war. Many American soldiers stayed behind to help them clean up. One Sunday morning an  American soldier turned the corner in one of the large cities in Europe, in his Jeep, and looked over and saw about a ten-year-old kid standing in front of a bakery. He was looking longingly at the food in that bakery. 

“The soldier pulled the Jeep over, jumped out of the Jeep, and said to the kid, ‘Are you hungry?’

“The boy said, ‘I sure am, sir.’

“Without any other words, the soldier went into the bakery and got a big sack full of donuts and baked goods and came back out and gave them to that little boy. He tousled his hair and jumped back into his Jeep and was getting ready to pull out. The little kid turned around and said, ‘Sir, are you God?’….

“That soldier was not God and neither are we when we give,…but we are more like God when we give than any other time in our life.” [The Benefits of Lifestyle Stewardship, John Maxwell, audio tape]

Finance Update through August 2025

Beginning Balance at the end of July   (5,681)
Monthly Expenses                                       (18,213)
Monthly Income                                               21,969
Deficit                                                                      (1,925)   

Our projected budget for January through August is a deficit of $4,463, therefore we are $2,537 ahead of our projected budget.

CLICK HERE to make a financial donation to Central Lutheran Church.

We use YouTube to live stream and record our worship services.  In each weekly Worship Invitation email, we include a link  to that Sunday's worship service.  Past worship services can be viewed by going to our YouTube page by searching for "Central Lutheran Church Everett Washington" or by CLICKING HERE.

 Happy Birthday to those celebrating October birthdays!  

Hudson Lavis, October 11

Barbara Lichneckert, October 14

Amelia Hudson, October 22

Suzy Lavis, October 27

Central Lutherean Church's Statement of Immigrants’ Rights

As a community of faith, Central Lutheran Church believes that all people are created in the image of God and have inherent dignity and worth. As disciples of Christ, and following his example, we are called to love our neighbors. We live this out by welcoming the stranger, standing in solidarity with, supporting, and protecting those who are marginalized, oppressed, or in need. This includes immigrants who seek refuge, safety, and opportunity. Thus, we affirm:

• Immigrants, regardless of their status or nationality, are beloved children of God and deserve to be treated with justice and compassion.
• Every person has the right to live with dignity, to seek a better life, and be treated fairly in society.
• Immigrants’ rights to family unity, access to education, and a fair legal process should be  protected.
• Policies that dehumanize or discriminate against immigrants should be opposed.

 As people of God, we will strive to reflect God’s love by working towards a society where all people regardless of origins can flourish with equality and respect.

Central Lutheran Church Office Hours are:

Thursdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

Pastor Jim works in the office Tuesday through Friday, times vary.