Business Details
Welcome to First Evangelical Lutheran Chr
First Evangelical Lutheran Chr has served the Brockton, Massachusetts community since 1867, established by Swedish immigrants as the first Scandinavian-founded religious institution in New England. Our historic sanctuary, designed by architect Charles Coveney, features English Antique stained glass and a Schantz organ rebuilt in 2009. We merged with Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in 2022 to strengthen our worship, Christian education, and outreach. Our Gospel-centered community welcomes all within a 35-mile radius of Brockton, offering Sunday worship at 9:00 AM both in-person and via Facebook Live.We provide pastoral counseling, children's programs including a faith-based preschool since 1982, and support groups like our Sunshine Committee and Martha Guild. Our clergy, including Pastor Jeffrey Johnson since 2015, emphasize spiritual exploration and community support through life's challenges. We host multiple worship communities and twelve-step meetings weekly, maintaining office hours Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 AM-1:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM-Noon.
Services
Worship Services
Pastoral Counseling
Music Programs
Children's Ministry
Community Outreach
Highlights and features
- We offer a welcoming and inclusive community for all individuals regardless of background
- Our historic sanctuary combines architectural significance with modern worship technology
- We provide both traditional and contemporary worship options with online accessibility
- Our clergy have decades of combined pastoral experience serving the Brockton community
- We maintain strong educational programs including a faith-based preschool since 1982
What people say
Welcoming community
Historic sanctuary
Strong educational programs
Accessible worship options
Community support
Services
Worship Services
Traditional Lutheran worship services held weekly in our historic sanctuary featuring Holy Communion and preaching. Services are available both in-person and via Facebook Live streaming. Our Sunday morning worship begins at 9:00 AM year-round except for summer hours.
Pastoral Counseling
Professional counseling services provided through our affiliation with the Pastoral Counseling Service of the South Shore. Our clergy and trained counselors offer spiritual guidance and emotional support for individuals facing life's challenges and transitions.
Children's Ministry
Comprehensive children's programs including Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and our Children's Ark Preschool operating since 1982. We provide age-appropriate faith formation and childcare during worship services for infants through teenagers.
Music Programs
Musical worship enhancement through our Schantz organ, choir rehearsals on Thursdays at 7:00 PM, and special concerts like our Steinway Piano Rededication events. Our music ministry supports both traditional and contemporary worship styles.
Community Outreach
Community engagement through our Sunshine Committee, Martha Guild, and hosting of twelve-step recovery meetings. We provide refreshments after Sunday services and maintain partnerships with other local worship communities at our facility.
People
The Reverend Jeffrey C Johnson
Pastor
Serving since 2015, Pastor Johnson leads worship and provides spiritual guidance. He has been instrumental in merging Prince of Peace and First Lutheran congregations while maintaining our historic traditions.
Nina Sousa
Parish Administrator
Managing church operations since 2008, Nina oversees administrative functions and coordinates community outreach programs while maintaining our historic building's daily operations.
Dr. Steven Young
Minister of Music
Organist and choir director with decades of experience, Steven leads our music ministry and maintains the Schantz organ that was rebuilt in 2009 to enhance our worship experience.
Dawn Caffelle
Youth and Family Ministry Coordinator
Dawn organizes children's programs and family activities, ensuring our educational offerings remain relevant to modern families while maintaining our faith-based traditions.
Evelyn Reuben
Church Secretary
Handling administrative duties since 2005, Evelyn manages communications and coordinates events while maintaining records of our congregation's history dating back to 1867.
Questions
What time are Sunday worship services?
Sunday worship begins at 9:00 AM year-round, with summer hours starting at 8:30 AM from July through Labor Day.
Are there online worship options available?
Yes, we stream Sunday services live on Facebook and maintain our website for virtual participation in worship.
What children's programs do you offer?
We provide Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, childcare during services, and Children's Ark Preschool operating since 1982.
Can I visit anonymously?
Yes, visitors may remain anonymous. Our friendly congregation respects personal space while offering warm welcomes.
What community services do you provide?
We host twelve-step meetings, support groups, and partner with local organizations through our Sunshine Committee and Martha Guild.
How accessible is your facility?
Our back entrance offers parking with elevator access, and we provide accommodations for all worshipers throughout our facility.
