MISSION TEAM

"Jesus said to them, Follow me and I will make you fish for people."

Mark 1:17

• Promote Jesus FIRST by bringing the Gospel to all people outside the church as "One congregation in two languages"
• Celebrate FIRST as a warm, welcoming, Spirit Filled place to which we can invite our friends and their families!
• Strengthen the families in our congregation and community by providing a safe environment for our children to grow and FIRST learn about God's love!
• Inspire our whole congregation to be compassionate followers of Jesus Christ FIRST!

Mission Purpose Groups that Change Lives!

• Purpose Driven Life small groups
• Noah's Ark Learning Center
• Latino Outreach Mission Primera Iglesia Lutherana
• Invisible Children
• Advocacy

WORSHIP TEAM

"O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together."

Psalm 34:3

• Create a positive environment where everyone is welcome to worship.
• Offer a variety of ways to come into the presence of God and to praise God through the preaching of the Word and administration of the Sacraments.
• Invite all people to share their gifts of leadership, speaking, music, dance, drama, hospitality, and creative artistry.
• Enhance the cross-cultural nature of worship celebrating the diversity of our community.
• Strive to live a crossed-shaped life of discipleship in our daily lives.

Worship Purpose Groups for "One congregation in two languages"

• Worship and Celebration 9:00 AM, Servicio en Espanol 11:30AM and a variety of creative services
• Celebration Choir, Chapel Bells, Praise Team, and Coro Latino
• Altar Guild / Ushers / Greeters / Communion helpers / Readers
• Dramas and Musicals
• Special Music Events
• Beach Services in Oceanside
• Lent / Holy Week Worship Services
• Noah's Ark Chapel Times

FELLOWSHIP TEAM

"Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you."

Romans 15:7

FIRST Lutheran welcomes all people into our family of faith. Through God's love and grace, we work to assist and encourage each and every member in their hopes and support them in their hurts. We seek to build a trusting community that celebrates diversity of being "One congregation in two languages" and overcomes the barriers of language and culture that often divide people. We intend to always grow in our faith and teach our children to follow the model of Jesus in being accepting of all people.

Fellowship Purpose Groups to build trusting CommUNITY!

• Family Ministry that engages our members in monthly Keeping the Promise fellowship / learning events
• Youth Groups that build homes in Mexico, feed the hungry and activities for children to build up Christian relationships with other youngsters
• Small group bible studies
• Men's and Women's groups for study, activities and friendship
• All Church Events

DISCIPLESHIP TEAM

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path."

Psalm 119:105

Discipleship Purpose Groups for growing in grace!

• Sunday School and Escuela Dominical 10:45 AM
  Preschool - 5th grade children learn bible stories
  Middle School youth gather for "Table Talk"
  High School young people hang out at the "Surf Shack"
  
• Adult Small Groups
  Sunday School classes; Escuela Dominical; Estudio Biblia;Thursday Morning Bible Study; WELCA Women's Groups; Empty Nesters; Calling All Men; other need-based-short term small groups
• Keeping the Promise
  A monthly gathering of families growing in faith together as they reflect on Luther's Small Catechism
  
• Confirmation Ministry
  An individually designed program for middle school youth and families
• Vacation Bible Experience
  An exciting (and loud) summer week of learning fun!
• Retreats, Camps and Conferences
  Programs for all ages
  
• Young Adult Ministry
  A monthly gathering for Bible study, conversation and service projects
  
• Library / Resource Center
  Materials in English and Spanish

MINISTRY TEAM

"I tell you the truth, what ever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me."

Matthew 25:31-40

• Micah 6:8 - What does the Lord require of you
  Jesus chose to serve others. He held children in his arms, healed the sick, washed the disciples feet, and died for the sins of the world. As believers, we are called to serve others and to do justice in Christ's name.
  
• Community Partnerships with MAAC Project Head Start, Boys & Girls Club of Vista, Foothill - Oak Elementary School, Vista Community Clinic, Solutions for Change, and Hospice by-the-Sea
  We have forged a partnership with these agencies to work together with them and make a difference in people's lives that a congregation can not do alone.
  
  
  • MAAC Project Head Start - affordable childcare for low income families
  • Boys & Girls Club of Vista - inspiring positive youth activities
  • Foothill - Oak Elementary School - neighborhood public school
  • Vista Community Clinic - community health issues
  • Solutions for Change - community shelter program
  • Hospice by-the-Sea - local caring organization

• Hearts and Hands
  • Craft projects
• Mission Quilters
  • Quilting projects
• Prayer Ministry
  • Prayer Chain
  • Prayer Partners
  • Prayer Seminars
• Social Concerns
  • Mexico House Building
  • Food Cart
  • Christmas Baskets
  • Community Clinic Baby Shower
  • Interfaith Shelter Network
  • Vistans ROC (Revitalizing Our Community)
    
• Caring Ministry
  • Support for homebound
  • Recovery groups
  • Card ministry