INVOLVEMENT
There are dozens of ways to get involved at Fairlawn Lutheran from serving the community to Bible Studies to fellowship events and much more! Below are just some of the opportunities available to all! The best way to see what is happening now at Fairlawn Lutheran is on social media.
Families
The Family Ministry was created to provide learning, fellowship and support opportunities to all families, especially those with children at home. We also provide family- and parent-focused events that support parents as they lead their families in faith. Fairlawn Lutheran offers Bible Studies, fellowship events, service opportunities and support to all families.
Children and Youth
There are many learning opportunities for Children and teens at Fairlawn Lutheran:
First Communion happens in elementary school and youth are confirmed in middle school. Family and youth events provide fun and fellowship and teens have the opportunity to attend youth gatherings and mission trips. Vacation Bible School continues the learning each summer, and children serve in local missions, at church through music, as acolytes and at events like our July 4 party for the community.
- Nursery - Age 3 and younger
- Sunday School—for age 3 (and potty trained)-grade 6
- Junior Youth—for grades 5-8
- Confirmation—grades 7-8
- Senior Youth—grades 9-12
- Vacation Bible School - age 3 (and potty trained) to grade 5
First Communion happens in elementary school and youth are confirmed in middle school. Family and youth events provide fun and fellowship and teens have the opportunity to attend youth gatherings and mission trips. Vacation Bible School continues the learning each summer, and children serve in local missions, at church through music, as acolytes and at events like our July 4 party for the community.
Parish Arts
For two decades, the Parish Arts Ministry of Fairlawn Lutheran Church has brought free quality concerts to the Akron area, making it possible for anyone to attend. The free concert series is open to all and features some of the best local musical talent for vocal and instrumental performances. The series has featured choirs from the University of Akron, local high schools, and Baldwin Wallace as well as the Singing Angels, Guild of Organists, and more. These free concerts are made possible by sponsorships and free will offerings.
Adults
Fairlawn Lutheran meets the needs of local seniors through activities designed for those 55+ but open to everyone. From monthly card and game parties and trips and tours, to psalm walks and lunch and learn programs, we offer a variety of faith-based and fellowship opportunities to adults in our community. The program is open to all - you don't need to be a member at Fairlawn Lutheran or even attend our church to attend an event, and many people invite friends and family members of all ages.
Serving at Church
Church members volunteer during services as musicians (choir, worship team, handbells, soloists), communion assistants, ushers, acolytes and altar guild. A variety of service projects and ministries are available that provide prayer shawls, visitation, bag lunches for shelters, and much more!
Serving our Community
Fairlawn Lutheran has a long tradition of service and leads efforts within the church and with local charitable organizations such as Haven of Rest, OPEN M, St. Luke’s, Akron Pregnancy Center, and the American Red Cross. Fairlawn Lutheran also hosts a Braille workers group that produces books of the Bible in Braille for the visually impaired worldwide.
Bible Studies and Small Groups
Sundays September-May, the Christian Education Hour offers learning opportunities at 10:00am between services. A choice of several adult Bible studies are offered, and youth in grades 7-12 are invited to their own Bible Study. Children age 3 through grade 6 may attend Sunday School for Bible stories, music, crafts and fun. During the week, a variety of small group Bible studies are meeting at church or off-site. [See this month's Bible Study listing]
New Member Classes
Those interested in membership at Fairlawn Lutheran can attend one of the New Member classes offered several times each year. You'll meet in a small group with one of the Pastors and go through the Lutheran catechism. You'll have the opportunity to ask lots of questions, get to know fellow members, and learn what it means to be a Lutheran Christian. If you decide to become a member after the class, you will be welcomed into the congregation during a future service. If not, you are still welcome to worship at Fairlawn Lutheran and pastors are always available to meet with you and answer questions.
