Peace Lutheran Church

Peace Lutheran Church is a congregation affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), a mainline Protestant denomination. The church operates under the ELCA's mission and values, which emphasize community involvement and global outreach.

Mission and Activities

Peace Lutheran Church participates in various local and international missions. It supports initiatives within the ELCA, including Lutheran Disaster Response and Lutheran World Relief, which address global humanitarian needs. Locally, the church engages in community service and educational programs, fostering spiritual growth and community awareness.

Affiliation with the ELCA

As part of the ELCA, Peace Lutheran Church aligns with a broader network of nearly 10,000 congregations across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The ELCA's structure allows for both national and regional engagement, with Peace Lutheran Church being part of a local synod within the broader church body.

Community Engagement

The church encourages involvement through worship services, educational programs, and community events. These activities aim to create an inclusive environment where members can grow in faith and serve their communities effectively.

Spiritual Focus

Peace Lutheran Church is guided by the ELCA's emphasis on peace and social justice, as outlined in statements like "For Peace in God's World." This approach encourages members to be peacemakers and advocates for human rights and social justice in their communities and globally.

[1] https://peacelutherangv.org/community/peace-gives-to-the-world/ [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelical_Lutheran_Church_in_America [3] https://www.elca.org/faith/faith-and-society/social-statements/peace [4] https://peacelutherangv.org [5] https://www.peacelutheran.com