Worship at St. Paul’s

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is a vibrant, Spirit-filled congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) located in Upper Northwest Washington, DC with a rich local history. St. Paul’s is also a Reconciling in Christ congregation.

 Regular Weekly Worship

Please join us for worship every Sunday morning at 10:30 am.

 Life Passages

  • The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is celebrated during the worship service so the entire congregation can be a part of this celebration of God’s grace. Children as well as adults are baptized at St. Paul’s. Please contact Pastor to set a date for the baptism.

  • Children of all ages are now welcomed to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Classes are held periodically during the year so that children can learn more about God’s love for them through Jesus Christ. Please contact Pastor for more information.

  • Confirmation is a two-year program for 7th and 8th graders that culminates in the Affirmation of Baptism on Pentecost Sunday.  It is a time to learn what it means to be Christian, explore our faith, and discuss what God says about living our lives in the way Jesus taught us. 

    During the program year, Confirmation meets Sunday mornings at 9:30-10:15 am and Wednesday afternoons 4:45-6:00 pm.

    Classes for the 2024-2025 school year begin on Sunday, September 8th.

    If you have questions about the Confirmation program at St. Paul’s, or would like to register for the fall cohort, please contact Lisa Wackler, at lwackler@stpaulslutherandc.com.

  • Weddings at St. Paul’s are held for members and non-members alike. Couples are asked to participate in pre-marital counseling with the pastor. Appropriate fees for staff and use of the church are also required. To plan your wedding at St. Paul’s please contact Pastor

  • Upon the death of a loved one please contact the church as soon as possible. The pastor will be available to help with the planning of the funeral and to comfort the grieving. Contact Pastor

 

 Adult Choir

Martin Luther once wrote “Next to the Word of God, music is God’s greatest gift.” We are blessed at St. Paul’s church to have an outstanding music ministry led by our Music Directors Sonja Kahler & Matt Larson. 

The adult choir of St. Paul’s church sings at the worship service on Sunday mornings during the program year. The choir is composed of volunteers as well as professional section leaders. For more information about our adult choir, please contact Sonja or Matt at 202-966-5489 ext. 123.

 Concerts

Throughout the year, St. Paul’s welcomes a variety of choral groups to sing in the sanctuary. These groups have included the Washington Bach Consort, Thomas Circle Singers, Polyhymnia Chamber Chorus and the Children’s Chorus of Washington. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord!