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Where Grace Is Larger Than Fear

Messiah Lutheran Church is a thoughtful, compassionate Christian community rooted in ancient worship, meaningful relationships, and hope for weary people.

SUNDAYS
8:30AM - Traditional Liturgical Worship

11:00AM - The Gathering Contemporary Worship

Both our worship services are live-streamed on Youtube. 

Welcome.

You Don’t Need to Have Everything Figured Out

Many people arrive at Messiah carrying questions, exhaustion, grief, doubt, or spiritual curiosity. You do not need perfect beliefs, perfect certainty, or a perfect life to walk through our doors. We believe faith grows through honesty, community, worship, and grace.

Find Your Community at Messiah

We believe in a faith that’s active, a love that’s inclusive, and a community that supports you. Wherever you are on your journey - whether you’re just exploring or have walked this path for years - you’re welcome here.

At Messiah Lutheran Church, community is about real connection. Through worship, service, and membership care, we create space to grow, belong, and find purpose. Every story matters.

You don’t have to do life alone. Here, you’ll find people who stand with you, support you, and grow alongside you in faith.

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Meet Our Pastor, Rev. Tom Glasoe

Rev. Glasoe began his ministry with us in June 2023. 

We invite you to learn more about his fascinating biography.

Upcoming Events

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You’re already carrying something: stress, pressure, expectations, exhaustion, the weight of trying to hold everything together.  Jesus asks a deeper question: What is it all for? Join us this summer for a 7-week journey through the Gospel of Matthew: “The Real Cost of Following Jesus.” This is not a series about easy answers or shallow positivity. Jesus never promised comfort, approval, or an easy life. He promised something more dangerous — and more meaningful.

 

If you’ve ever wondered:

· Why following Jesus feels difficult

· Why life still feels heavy even when you’re “doing everything right”

· What is actually worth giving your life to
 

…this series is for you.

 

Beginning June 14 come to wrestle with the words of Jesus. Come to discover a life that matters. Because an easy life won’t satisfy you. But a meaningful one just might.

Ways to
Get Involved

You are welcome here,

make an impact with your gifts.

Giving our time and talent for our ministries and outreach in our communities with ministry partners. Join us in giving back to our community.

Messiah offers a variety of small group opportunities, bible studies, classes, and support groups for adults who want to take the next step.

Join the band, play an instrument, sing or simply delight in how God works on us through music, you’ll find a place here.

What We Value and Shapes our Ministries

Meaningful
Learning

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Compassionate
Service

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Wholehearted
Worship

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Christ-Centered
Relationships

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Transformational
Generosity

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