True Light Lutheran Church

Who We Are
True Light exists to receive and share the hope of Jesus!
True Light Lutheran is a church community on the corners of Worth and Mulberry Streets on the edge of Chinatown and the Civic Center. Founded in 1936 as a Chinese mission True Light is still active in its mission to the Chinese while also incorporating many others into the one faith of Jesus Christ. Our mission statement highlights the need for hope in this life and especially in this city. The hope of Jesus is the hope we need.
Our Services
Service Times
Sunday
- 10:30am - English Liturgy with Holy Communion
- 12:30pm - Chinese Liturgy
What to Expect
Leadership
Matthew Staneck
Pastor
Pastor Staneck is a 2013 graduate of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis and was installed as English speaking pastor at True Light on August 4, 2013. He previously served a one year internship at True Light in 2011-2012. Pastor Staneck and his wife Stephanie reside in Lower Manhattan.