Let’s worship together.

We are an inclusive congregation of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA),
in the Northern Illinois Synod.

Everyone is welcome here!

About Worship

Services center around rich liturgy, scripture readings, hymns, and communion, creating a reflective and inclusive atmosphere. The congregation is encouraged to actively participate, whether through singing, prayer, or simply being present.

What To Expect:

Worship service is every Sunday at 10:00 AM.

We believe God is our creator and has promised to love us always.

We believe Jesus Christ, fully God and fully human, is God’s promise living among us. He experienced all the pain and joy and challenges of human life. God’s
forgiving love was revealed to us when Jesus suffered death on the cross. He came back to new life and has promised us new life in unity with God.

We believe the Holy Spirit is God’s promise touching our spirits and animating our lives, guiding us – even through our most difficult moments.

We believe God is among us in community. Mysterious, yet very real, God promises to be with us always, even to the end of the age. 

We welcome wiggles and coos sounds of youth!. We are eager to engage them in the life of worship and their families, at church. Our message for all ages each Sunday will speak directly to you with messages that are relevant to them. Sunday Session is from 9-10 during the school year on most Sunday mornings in our education building. There is space to move around plus accessible seating in our pews. There is also a children’ s area to allow for movement breaks. The nursery is available for children to enjoy with their parent’s supervision.

We are located at 717 Chambers St. in Ottawa, Illinois nestled in a neighborhood on Ottawa’s south side. There are parking lots to the south of the building and to the north as well as the east side of the building. There is an elevator located in the east end of the walkway that connects the sanctuary to the education building.

This is a friendly community that will welcome you where you are at in your faith journey whether you have solid Christian beliefs or not. Hospitality is an important practice for us. Pastor is always eager to meet new people and learn about their faith perspectives to see how they might intersect with Christ’s mission of loving God and loving our neighbors as ourselves. 

God’s Grace

With a focus on God’s grace, the message is one of hope, love, and forgiveness, inviting everyone—whether new to the faith or seasoned believers—to find a sense of belonging and community. From the warm greetings at the door to the shared fellowship afterwards, Lutheran worship emphasizes hospitality, making sure that each person feels valued and embraced in the presence of God.

Java Junction

After the worship service we always gather for coffee and treats in the rear of the church. Setting up Java Junction is one of the fun ways you can volunteer at church.

Ways To Get Involved At Worship

You are always welcome here.