“God’s Work, Our Hands” Sunday is September 13, 2026!

About God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday

For over 10 years, ELCA congregations across the country have celebrated God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday. This day is an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America — one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor.

Service activities offer an opportunity for us to explore one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ – every act of service, in every daily calling, in every corner of life — flows freely from a living, daring confidence in God’s grace.

Activity Schedule
Saturday, September 13th

9:00 AM - Worship (St. Martin’s Sanctuary) - Our day begins gathered in worship to remind us that together in Jesus Christ we are freed by grace to live faithfully, witness boldly and serve joyfully.
10:20 AM - Projects
- Blessing Bags (St. Martin’s Library) - For this project, we will assist the Cross Plains Police Department in assembling bags filled with basic necessities to be distributed by police officers to people experiencing housing insecurity. (Suitable for young children and adults with mobility concerns.)
- Neighborhood Greeters (Meet in Narthex, then depart to neighborhoods) - For this project, we will travel in small groups to greet new residents of Cross Plains in the three new housing developments and share information about St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. (Not suitable for young children or adults with low mobility.)
12:00 PM - Pot Luck Lunch (Narthex) - After our projects, we will gather together for a pot luck lunch at St. Martin’s and a time for reflection on the day.