Lutheran (ELS)

Lutheran (ELS) churches describe themselves with words like traditional liturgy, multigenerational, and conservative. There are 155 Lutheran (ELS) churches nationwide.

Popular church music styles include traditional hymns, organ, and contemporary. Lutheran (ELS) churches often offer adult education, children's ministry, youth group, choir, and preschool programs.

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Based on 9 churches
Worship Music
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Worship Atmosphere
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Spiritual Expression
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Theological Openness
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Life Stage & Family
All ages & stages Young families & kids
All ages & stages Young families & kids
Community Reach
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Church Size
Small & intimate Large & bustling
Small & intimate Large & bustling

Visiting Lutheran (ELS) churches What to Expect

Kissimmee, FL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?"

To those desperate for salvation from their sins, "Peter replied, 'Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the g... Read More
Peace Lutheran Church in Kissimmee,FL
Peace Lutheran Church

Port Orchard, WA church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Aug 2023

Come! Ask! Listen! You are welcome!!
Bethany Lutheran in Port Orchard,WA
Bethany Lutheran

Naples, FL church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Mar 2020

You are very welcome. We would love to have you join us.
Our Savior Lutheran Church in Naples,FL
Our Savior Lutheran Church

Port Orchard, WA church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Jul 2012

All the more reason to find out what Christ has done for you. Only sinners walk through our doors, so you will be welcome.
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Bethany Lutheran Church

Cold Spring, MN church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?"

We are always ready to share God's saving Word with anyone who is searching for answers to their questions about faith in God in their life!
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Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

What people love about Lutheran (ELS) churches

    Steven Fratzke shared their experience Sep 2023

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    The Fratzke family wishes to thank you for placing the flowers in church and announcing their anniversary as well. We also appreciate what was said in the bulletin. Thank you so much. The Fratzk... Read More
    English Lutheran Church in Cottonwood,MN
    English Lutheran Church