Congregations

a list of

Congregations

Please note that the dates and times listed for worship and other congregational activities may have changed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Contact the church directly to confirm before making any plans to attend.

Fifth Street Area

St. John’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

learning hour

  • Zoom Bible Study Wednesdays 7 pm

pastor

  • Pastor Rev.
    Bradley T Carroll
Congregations 1

Points of Interest

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Nursery at 10:30 am worship
  • Reconciling in Christ Congregation
  • Outreach to Community
  • Bible Study
  • “Arts at St. John’s concert series

Congregational Invitation

St. John’s is a Reconciling in Christ congregation of the ELCA. We value rich diversity among God’s people – race, culture, sexual orientation, age, and abilities – and we welcome all people into our life and ministry.

Seventh Street Area

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday: English Service – 9:30 am
  • Sunday: Spanish Service – 11:30 am
  • 1st Sunday of the month – combined bi-lingual service at 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – same as non-summer schedule

Sunday School

  • 10:30 am 1st Sunday of the month – 9:30 am (all year)

pastor

  • Rev. Richard Mathisen
Congregations 2

Points of Interest

  • Neighborhood Center
  • English Language Learner Classes
  • Chess Club
  • Bell Choir (for all ages)
  • Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month

Congregational Invitation

St. Luke’s is a community of God’s people centered in our center city neighborhood. We invite you to participate in our worship and service of the Lord.

Twelfth Street Area

Christ Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Saturday – 6:00 pm
  • Sunday – 9:30 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 10:15 am
  • Sept. – May

pastor

  • Rev. Samuel Zeiser
  • Rev. Maritza Torres Dolich
Congregations 3

Points of Interest

  • Inspiring Music Program and Concert Series
  • Youth Program
  • Education program for all ages
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Parking lot across from church building

Congregational Invitation

Christ Lutheran Church invites you to share in the fellowship of the a people growing through the study of God’s Word, worship, music, and service.

Redeemer Lutheran Church

worship

  • Saturday – 6:00 pm
  • Sunday – 10:15 am

summer worship

  • Saturday – 6:00 pm
  • Sunday – 10:15 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:00 am
    (Sept. – May)

pastor

  • Rev. Cynthia Radergeyer
Congregations 4

Points of Interest

  • Holy Communion every regular service
  • Weekday Bible Study
  • Sunday School for all ages
  • Hearing impaired assistance at worship
  • Large print worship materials available

Congregational Invitation

We are a congregation gathered in God in and through Jesus Christ, our Lord, and empowered by his Holy Spirit to worship, learn, serve, and grow as he feeds and nourishes us through Word and Sacrament.

St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

Sunday School & Adult Forum

  • 9 am (Fall, Winter, Spring)

pastor

  • Rev. Maritza Torres Dolich
Congregations 5

Points of Interest

  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Sunday worship in Word and Sacrament
  • Praise Band the first Sunday of each month
  • WOW – Worship On Wednesday (outdoor service) Mid-June to Mid-August
  • Partner with Allentown Collaborative Ministry
  • Host congregation of Family Promise of the Lehigh Valley
  • “Ministry of the Month” emphasis

Congregational Invitation

God welcomes everyone and so do we. St. Timothy is a congregation that gathers around Word and Sacrament weekly to celebrate God’s grace and be strengthened for Christ’s mission in the world – that all may experience God’s love. Currently, St. Timothy’s outreach ministries include efforts to help alleviate homelessness in the Lehigh Valley, refugee welcome and support, and support of hunger ministries such as Daybreak and the Allentown Ecumenical Food Bank. Our core values are:
  • Joyful response to the Spirit of Christ
  • Active love within our church family
  • Deep partnerships that bring hope and healing
  • Compassionate service to communities near and far
  • Faithful and generous use of our gifts and resources

St. Michael Lutheran Church of the Nativity

worship

  • Sunday – 8:00 am & 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Saturday – 6:00 pm
  • Sunday – 9:00 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:15 am

pastor

  • Rev. Matt Hacker, Senior Pastor
  • Rev. Harry Heffelfinger, Associate Pastor
Congregations 6

Points of Interest

  • Traditional and Contemporary Worship
  • Friendly Midsize Congregation
  • Handicapped accessible
  • Child Development Center (Mon-Fri)
  • God’s Rainbow Program (Special ministry to mentally and physically challenged)

Congregational Invitation

Nativity Lutheran Church is in west Allentown on a major route, Tilghman St. Families with young children, retired folks, and singles are among the active members. We are known for our excellent pre-school and before and after school programs during the week. We invite you to worship with us and join in our ministries.

Cedar Church

(Cetronia)

worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am (ELCA) and 10:30 am (UCC)

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am & 10:30 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 10:00 am

pastor

  • Rev. Candi Cain-Borgman (UCC)
Congregations 7

Points of Interest

  • Different varieties of worship experience
  • Sunday School for children, Adult Bible study Thursday 6 pm
  • Young Adult Ministry
  • Book Club
  • Warm, caring, and open fellowship of believers
  • Handicapped Accessible Worship, Hearing Devices, Large Print Bulletins

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:00 am with Holy Communion

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:30 am with Holy Communion (in Luther Hall)

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 8:30 am

pastor

  • Rev. Virginia Goodwin
Congregations 8

Points of Interest

  • Handicap Accessible

Congregational Invitation

At Saint Mark Lutheran Church we strive to be people of God serving our community. Our congregation is strong and we truly believe our participation in believing, caring, loving and serving gives our lives meaning and purpose and makes life worthwhile. Please take a few moments and find out who we are! If you have any questions please feel free to call, email, or visit us on Sunday morning!

Mountainville

Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 10:00 am (Sept.- June)

pastor

Congregations 9

Points of Interest

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Nursery for children up to 8 years old
  • Plenty of parking space

Congregational Invitation

Trinity Memorial is located in the Mountainville area of Allentown. We are a most congenial group who welcomes anyone seeking a relationship with Jesus Christ. Join us for worship, learning, fellowship, support, and opportunities to serve.

East Allentown

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:15 am

sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:15 am

pastor

  • Brian Holben
Congregations 10

Points of Interest

  • Handicapped accessible
  • Nursery during worship 10:30 am (no nursery during the summer)
  • Nursery School for 3 and 4 year olds

Congregational Invitation

St. Peter’s is an important part of the lives of many of the residents of the East Side of Allentown. The ministries of St. Peter’s offer a wide range of programs and activities that include a nursery school, scouting programs, vocal and bell choirs, and educational and spiritual growth opportunities. Through all of our ministry we seek to reach out and share the Good News of God with others. We invite you to join with us for worship and fellowship and make St. Peter’s your home.

Western Salisbury

Jerusalem Western Salisbury, a Shared Ministry of the ELCA and the UCC

worship

  • Sunday – 9:45 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am (June – Sept.)

sunday School

  • Sunday – 8:30 am
    (Sept. – June)

pastor

  • Rev. Don Brown
Congregations 11

Points of Interest

  • Stephen Ministry
  • Ladies Aid
  • Musical Ministries (hand bell, choir, wind ensemble)
  • Care Team Ministry (to homebound and the ill)
  • Social Outreach Ministries (Harvest Home, Ingathering, Angel Trees)
  • Christian Education for all ages

Congregational Invitation

Jerusalem Western Salisbury Church is situated on the hill above the Little Lehigh River. It may look like a quaint country church, but we have a lot going on here! We have activities for all ages, an annual summer festival, and much more. In 2016 we celebrated 275 years as a worshipping body. We welcome you to join us for Sunday worship or any time.

Eastern Salisbury

Jerusalem Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:15 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

sunday School

  • Sunday – 10:15 am

pastor

  • Rev. Kathleen Coleman
Congregations 12

Points of Interest

  • Engaging Worship
  • Social Activities
  • Musical Ministries
  • Social Ministries
  • Christian Education for all ages

Congregational Invitation

In our country setting, we at Jerusalem Eastern Salisbury see our ministry as hearing God’s Words, and the putting that Word and our faith into witness in our daily lives. Join us on Sunday as we proclaim the Gospel with our prayers and actions.

The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit

worship

  • Sunday – 8:30 am, 9:30 am, 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Saturday – 5:00 pm
  • Sunday – 7:30 am, 8:45 am, 10:15 am

sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:45 am

pastor

  • Rev. Mark Wimmer
  • Rev. Tami Reichley
  • Rev. Cindy Camp
Congregations 13

Congregational Invitation

The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit welcomes you. You are invited to worship on Sunday mornings, grow with Faith Formation Ministry, rejoice with Music Ministry, and serve with Outreach Ministry. Join us and be empowered by the Holy Spirit for Ministry in Daily Life.

Points of Interest

  • “Simplicity in God’s Presence,” an informal worship service of healing, wholeness and hope, is offered quarterly on the 2nd Sunday of September, December, March and June at 12:30 pm
  • “Rejoicing Spirits” is a service is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2:30 pm. It provides a worship experience specially crafted for Special Needs individuals and their caregivers. It is joyful and communal, and always includes fellowship socialization immediately after the worship.
  • Children and Youth Ministries
  • Center for Faith and Life
  • Stephen Ministry
  • Nursery School (contact Diane Keister, 610-965-5208)

St. John’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 9:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:30 am

sunday School

  • Sunday – 8:30 am

pastor

  • Rev. Woody Maxon
Congregations 14

Points of Interest

  • Community Group Meeting Space (AA, Cub Scouts, Historical Society, etc.)
  • Eucharistic Lay Ministry for the homebound
  • Community Worship Services: Blue Christmas (bereavement); German Christmas (service in German)
  • St. John’s Christian Preschool

Congregational Invitation

St. John’s is an active, vital, ever-growing congregation located in Emmaus. The members of St. John’s Lutheran Church are people of God, called through our Baptism to be the living body of Christ, and to proclaim , teach, and do the will of God in the world. We have many worship, learning, and service opportunities. We welcome you and invite your to join our family of faith as we seek to live as disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Alburtis

Zion Lehigh Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:00 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

Sunday school

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

pastor

  • Rev. Jane Kropa
Congregations 15

Points of Interest

  • Beautiful Sanctuary
  • Community Dinners and Events
  • Growing Youth Ministry
  • Friendly and Outgoing Membership

Congregational Invitation

Zion Lehigh was established in 1745. We are located in the Borough of Alburtis, PA. Our ties to the local community are strong and we frequently hold events open to the community. We feel that we are more than a congregation, we are a family, and we welcome with open arms all who would like to be new family members. We are committed to serving the Lord by ministering to others.

Macungie

Grace Lutheran Church

worship

  • 10:30 am

summer worship

  • 10:30 am

Sunday School

  • 9:15 am September – May

pastor

  • Rev. Samantha Drennan
Congregations 16

Points of Interest

  • Affinity groups for different ages: Youth, Retirees (“Gracious Seniors”), and Women (“Sisters in Spirit”)
  • Affinity groups for different activities: card games, sewing, quilting, Prayer Shawl Ministry
  • Learning for all ages: Adult Forum, Confirmation Class, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School
  • Music: Choir, Hand Bell Choir
  • Social Ministry/Outreach: Drive-through Free Community Meal 2nd Friday of each month; Food Cupboard every Wednesday 2-4 pm; Parish Nursing; other community outreach including Annual Fall Apple Festival
  • Safe, Clean Community Meeting Place: 12 Step Groups, Girl Scout Troops, available for private party rentals

Congregational Invitation

God’s purpose for Grace Lutheran Church is to spread the Word to all people through worship, service, learning and support. We invite you to be a part of that!

St. Peter’s Union Church

worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am year round; Communion 1st Sunday of each month

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 10:15 am

pastor

  • Rev. Paul Sorcek (Interim)
Congregations 17

Points of Interest

  • Grove
  • Bandshell
  • Banquet Hall for Rent

Congregational Invitation

St Peter’s is a shared ministry of the ELCA and UCC. Denominational labels aren’t as important as doing ministry in His name. Our life together is a powerful witness of the words spoken by St Paul in Ephesians 4:4-6. If you have no church of your own, we invite you to make us your home church. But above all, no matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey – you’re always welcome at St Peter’s!

Old Zionsville

Zion Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:00 am July and August

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:00 am (except July and August)

pastor

  • Rev. Tom Busteed
Congregations 18

Points of Interest

  • Holy Communion celebrated 1st Sunday of each month and festivals
  • Nursery provided during all services
  • Zionsville Area Food Pantry. Pantry hours are the 3rd Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday of each month; Monday and Wednesday from 4-6 pm; Saturday from 10 am to 12 noon.
  • Youth Program
  • Bell Choir

Congregational Invitation

Churches are not just buildings. It takes people to make a church. Zion’s is made up of people like you who are trying to establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. They are worshipping, searching, learning, and growing; giving receiving creating and sharing in the proclamation of the Lord’s Gospel. We welcome you and incite your to be part of our church family, and in doing so, help to further God’s Kingdom on earth through the sharing of His love.

Fogelsville

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday 10:30 am (September-May)

summer worship

  • Sunday 9:30 am (June to August)

Sunday school

  • Sunday – 9:00 am (except summer)

pastor

  • Rev. Nelson Quiñones
Congregations 19

Points of Interest

  • Open and Welcoming Congregation
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Nursery During Worship
  • Growing Youth Program

Congregational Invitation

St. John’s is an open and welcoming congregation that invites you to come and worship with us! We also have an active and growing Sunday School program. We provide different opportunities to reach out to the people in our community with the message of the Gospel.

Breiningsville/Trexlertown

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

summer worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:15 am (September-May)

pastor

  • Rev. Carey L. Miller
Congregations 20

Points of Interest

  • Open and Welcoming Congregation
  • Fully Handicapped Accessible
  • Nursery During Worship
  • Babies and children welcome at service!
  • Air Conditioned

Congregational Invitation

St. Paul’s is a small community church with a heart. It prides itself on its helping outreach, such as with world hunger, women and children’s shelter, and disaster relief. Some of our members have helped in Puerto Rico, Florida, Africa, and Honduras after a natural disaster. As a smaller active congregation, many of is activities and educational opportunities are multi-generational. “Built on God’s love and Sent to Serve so that the Next generation may know Christ,” St. Paul’s highly values its educational programs and responds to community and world wide needs with compassion and generosity.

Coopersburg

St. James Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday 9:00 am

summer worship

  • Sunday 9:00 am

Sunday school

  • Sunday – 10:15 am (no Sunday School in summer)

pastor

  • Rev. John Hart
Congregations 21

Points of Interest

  • Nursery school program for ages 2-Pre K
  • Solehi Kid Care (before and after school day care)
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Enthusiastic Young Adult and Youth Ministries

Congregational Invitation

St. James is a community of believers who gather to worship and learn, to serve and connect, to pray and support, and most of all to share the love of Jesus. Our core purpose statement calls us to “Communicate God’s transformative LOVE through compassionate service for ALL”

St. Paul’s Lutheran “Blue” Church

worship

  • Sunday – 10:30 am (Sept – May)

summer worship

  • Sunday – 9:30 am (June – August)

Sunday School

  • Sunday – 9:00 am

pastor

  • Rev. James Hammond
Congregations 20

Points of Interest

Founded 1739. One of ten original congregations of the ministerium of Pennsylvania; served by Henry Melchior and Peter Muhlenberg.

Congregational Invitation

Blue Church invites you to join in worshipping our Lord Jesus Christ and sharing in the mission partnership of our sister Southern Lehigh congregations: St James and Friedens, united in the name of Christ.

South Mountain

St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church

worship

  • Sunday 9:00 am

summer worship

  • Sunday 9:00 am

Sunday school

  • Sunday – 10:00 am

pastor

  • Rev. Donald Schwartz

Saucon Valley

Friedens Lutheran Church

worship

  • 9:00 am all year

summer worship

  • 9:00 am (June – Labor Day)

Sunday school

  • 8:45 am (Sept – June)

pastor

  • Rev. Lisa K. Borrell
Congregations 23

Points of Interest

  • Peach festival in August
  • Active Social Ministry
  • Part of Southern Lehigh Lutheran Ministry

Congregational Invitation

Friedens is a historic congregation located near the Promenade Shops. We have been given time to learn from each other as God reveals his Spirit daily.