Welcome to this community of faith and service.
Sunday Worship
On Sunday mornings we worship at 10:00 AM, onsite and livestream on YouTube.
The worship bulletin for Sunday, August 16, 10 AM, is here.
The children’s bulletin for Sunday, August 16, 10 AM, is here.
FELC YouTube links below:
You can find our livestream on YouTube here.
You can also view the livestream on our website here.
Welcome to First English
Welcome to First English Lutheran Church (FELC). We are a congregation of the Southwestern Texas Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). We are a community in and of the city where all are welcome in every aspect of congregational life. Following the example of Christ, we welcome you exactly as you are.
We are committed to the work of racial equity, justice, and advocating for marginalized groups. We welcome people in all places on the journey of faith and life. We celebrate differences in age, appearance, economic status, ethnic origin, nationality, race, family configuration, marital or relationship status, political leaning, religious background, and those who are differently abled physically or mentally.
Since 1989, FELC has openly welcomed persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities and expressions to full participation in the church and society.
We’re Lutheran, so that means we believe in grace for everyone. The good news of Jesus Christ, who brings us the love and mercy of God as a gift, liberates us to love as we are loved, serve as we are served, and give as we have been given much. We rejoice in the diversity that has nurtured and enriched the whole church.
Whether you’re from another faith tradition, a seeker and questioner looking for more to life and a place to explore, or even a lifelong Lutheran, we’re glad to have you.
News
- Sunday, August 23 | Celebrating Pride
While June is worldwide Pride Month, this year FELC celebrates Pride on Sunday, August 23 during worship and hospitality! The Austin community holds its celebrations and parade on Saturday, August 22. As followers of Jesus, we extend God’s welcome to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We value diversity, including sexuality, gender, and expression, … - Sunday, August 16 | The Feast of Mary, Mother of God
Mary is perhaps the most fascinating person in the Bible for us to listen to and think about. Mary’s role is not only about giving birth to Jesus and the importance of mothering him in his childhood. In John’s gospel, she is among the women standing near the cross; in Acts, she is among the …Continue reading “Sunday, August 16 | The Feast of Mary, Mother of God”
- Sunday, August 9 | 11th Sunday after Pentecost
Following the FELC Ministry Pause worship and sermon series, we return to the Bible readings proclaimed each week in most Catholic, Lutheran, Episcopal, Methodist, and Presbyterian churches (and others). This Sunday, the Hebrew bible story tells of Elijah finding the presence of God not in earthquake, wind, or fire, but in the sound of silence. …Continue reading “Sunday, August 9 | 11th Sunday after Pentecost”
- Sunday, August 2 | FELC 90th Anniversary Celebration
Since July 19, 1936, we have offered vibrant, life-giving ministry in Austin as First English Evangelical Lutheran Church. We give thanks to God for all the saints who have and continue to shape the welcome, character, ministry, worship, learning, engagement, and outreach of FELC for 90 plus years strong and counting. We celebrate God’s faithfulness! - Sunday, July 26 | Sabbath Ministry Pause Transition | Week 9
May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 9 Theme: Returning to Community - Sunday, July 19 | Sabbath Ministry Pause | Week 8
May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 8 Theme: What we treasure shapes our direction - Sunday, July 12 | Sabbath Ministry Pause | Week 7
May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 7 Theme: Christ is revealed as we begin to see clearly - Sunday, July 5 | Sabbath Ministry Pause | Week 6
May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 6 Theme: Faith requires movement in the presence of uncertainty - Sunday, June 28 | Sabbath Ministry Pause Week 5
Worship in Community | 10 am | Onsite & Online May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 5 Theme: The shape of our life reflects God’s mercy - June 21 | Sabbath Ministry Pause Week 4
Worship in Community | 10 am | Onsite & Online May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week 4 Theme: Not all soil produces life-and that matters - June 14 | Sabbath Ministry Pause Week 3
Worship in Community | 10 am | Onsite & Online May 31 – July 26 | Worship & Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week Three Theme: Naming reality is part of God’s restorative work - June 7 | Sabbath Ministry Pause Week Two
May 31-July 26 | Worship Sermon Series: Tending What Has Been Entrusted Week Two Theme: God sustains us in the midst of strain