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Welcome to St Stephen Lutheran Church
St Stephen Lutheran Church is a member congregation of the Church of the Lutheran Confession (CLC), dedicated to proclaiming the Good News of Christ crucified for sinners. Founded on the unchanging authority of Scripture, we offer weekly worship services, Sunday School, and Bible classes to deepen faith and foster community. Our mission extends across the United States, Canada, Africa, India, and neighboring nations, emphasizing the salvation won through Jesus Christ's death and resurrection.We uphold the inerrancy of the Bible and the unchanging truths of the Holy Trinity, providing sacraments like Baptism and Holy Communion to strengthen spiritual life. Our teachings reject modern relativism, focusing instead on Christ-centered peace, forgiveness, and eternal hope. Through sermons, educational programs, and outreach, we strive to equip believers to live out their faith in a changing world while maintaining doctrinal purity.
Services
Worship Services
Sunday School
Bible Classes
Pastoral Counseling
Sacraments
Highlights and features
- We uphold the inerrancy of the Bible as the foundation of all teachings.
- Our worship follows traditional Lutheran liturgy and sacramental practice.
- Pastor David Ude brings 11 years of experience in Lutheran ministry.
- We offer in-depth Bible study and Sunday School for all age groups.
- Our mission extends across three continents with global gospel outreach.
What people say
Faithful to Scripture
Traditional liturgy
Strong community
Biblical teaching
Welcoming atmosphere
Services
Worship Services
Our weekly worship services feature traditional Lutheran liturgy, Scripture readings, and Christ-centered sermons. Held every Sunday at 10:00 AM, these services emphasize sacramental grace through Holy Communion. The Word of God is proclaimed with theological depth while maintaining accessibility for all attendees.
Sunday School
Sunday School and Bible classes provide doctrinal instruction for all ages. Meeting weekly at 9:00 AM, these sessions focus on biblical literacy, Lutheran catechism, and practical Christian living. Materials are tailored to different age groups while maintaining confessional integrity.
Pastoral Counseling
Pastor David Ude offers personalized spiritual guidance rooted in Scripture. This service includes pre-marital counseling, grief support, and faith-based life coaching. Appointments are available by contacting the church office for confidential, Christ-centered counsel.
Sacraments
We administer Baptism and Holy Communion according to Lutheran tradition. Baptisms occur during regular services, while Communion is offered monthly. These sacraments emphasize God's grace through physical means, connecting believers to Christ's redemptive work.
Mission Outreach
Our mission efforts extend across three continents, supporting church planting and theological education. This includes partnerships in Africa, India, and North America, focusing on doctrinally sound church development and spiritual formation.
People
David Ude
Pastor
Pastor David Ude has served St. Stephen since 2025, bringing 11 years of experience from Appleton, WI. He graduated from Immanuel Lutheran Seminary in 2014 and emphasizes traditional Lutheran theology in his preaching and teaching.
Questions
What denominational affiliation does St. Stephen Lutheran Church have?
We are a member congregation of the Church of the Lutheran Confession (CLC), a confessional Lutheran church body committed to biblical inerrancy and traditional Lutheran doctrine.
What worship style can I expect during services?
Our services follow traditional Lutheran liturgy with hymns, creeds, and sacramental worship centered on Word and Sacrament ministry.
Are there educational programs for children and adults?
Yes, we offer Sunday School and Bible classes for all ages at 9:00 AM weekly, focusing on Lutheran doctrine and biblical instruction.
How does the church engage in mission work?
Through our CLC connections, we support global mission efforts in Africa, India, and North America, including church planting and theological education.
What sacraments do you practice?
We practice Baptism and Holy Communion according to Lutheran tradition, emphasizing their role in conveying God's grace to believers.
