Welcome to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church

Welcome to St. Luke’s! Whether you, your partner, or children are starting a faith journey, renewing it, yearning to hear the Gospel message, wishing to make a difference, seeking answers, or maybe finding a quiet place to grow – we offer you a warm welcome here!

DISCOVER A LIFE OF FAITH as together we:

 

Express our faith

Worship is the center of our faith together at St. Luke’s. Music is vital to our witness at St. Luke’s – we love to sing and play music!

 

Explore our faith

We are a learning community seeking to support people on their lifelong faith journeys.

 

Live our faith

We enjoy serving our faith community as well as the community outside our doors – both close to home and around the globe.

We welcome and affirm all of God’s children into the full life and participation of our congregation, including those who are LGBTQIA+.

In-Person, Online & Streaming

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

8:30 a.m. – Simple Liturgy of Holy Communion

9:30 a.m. Faith Formation [Sunday School, Life Long Learning, Choirs etc.]

10:45 a.m. Principal Service of Holy Communion [with musical ensembles, children’s message and other special rites]

To watch the 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service live stream, click on the video above or go to: https://www.youtube.com/@StLukesprVideo/streams from there, you can click on the subscribe button that allows you to be notified when a live event is beginning.

Connect to the St. Luke’s YouTube Channel for the video archive.

Get in touch

Address:
205 N. Prospect Ave.
Park Ridge, IL 60068

Phone: 847-825-6659
Email: office@stlukespr.org
Fax: 847-825-2557

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What’s happening this week?

In Our Worship

The seven-week Easter season celebration continues! This Joyful Eastertide is sung by the Gesualdo Six.

FROM THE PASTOR

When in Our Music God is Glorified

Dear church,

There are some hymns that seem especially made for a particular Sunday and this week When in Our Music God Is Glorified feels like exactly that kind of gift. As we prepare to give thanks for Anne Krentz Organ and her 25 years of music ministry at St. Luke’s, this hymn helps name something true. At its best, music in the church does not draw attention to itself, but lifts our hearts to God.

Over the years, Anne has helped us experience exactly that. Through her musical leadership, she has helped shape the faith of this congregation and deepen our worship, not simply with beautiful music, but with music that helps the whole congregation sing a more profound Alleluia!

I hope you will join us this Sunday as we gather to worship and to give thanks for Anne’s ministry among us. Come ready to sing, to pray, to celebrate, and to thank God for someone who has, for so many years, helped St. Luke’s lift its voice in praise.

See you in worship,
Pastor Kyle

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In Our Congregation

Nothing is really waste! Thanks to Jason, Michael, Mackenzie, Peggy & Tricia for making this video possible. Check your city website for composting options in your town.”

There is More than Enough When We Share

To bring Jesus’ Feeding of the 5,000 to life, St. Luke’s Sunday School is assembling kits to support RefugeeOne. We’re creating Teen Employment kits, Wellness Program Baby Kits – and…

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Pick Up a Card

Support ELCA World Hunger with a Card! The Card Ministry has been busy in crafting beautiful, handmade cards for a variety of life’s celebrations and special occasions. These unique cards…

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Celebrating 25 Years of Music Ministries

Celebrating 25 Years of Music Ministries: Honoring Anne Krentz Organ After 25 years of devoted and faithful service, Anne Krentz Organ, Director of Music Ministries at St. Luke’s, will be…

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Learn about St. Luke’s

What do Lutherans believe?

We understand the Christian as both saint and sinner.  We confess that we are “by nature sinful and unclean and cannot free ourselves”. The Word and Sacraments are seen as gifts of God that renew and forgive us on our faith journey and continue to empower us to do the work of Christ in the world. See more. . .

What are worship services like?

No matter your age or gender, our liturgical form of worship invites you to participate in the worship of our Lord and Savior.  Join in song and prayer.  Those baptized Christians who trust in our Lord’s promise to be truly present as the body and blood in the forms of bread and wine are welcome to receive Holy Communion. See more. . .

How can I get involved?

Please subscribe to the weekly newsletter; check the calendar and the website. Welcome to all who seek an opportunity for fellowship and service within this community. There are many opportunities and occasions where you can enjoy making new friends who will soon become old friends. Make your interests known to one of the pastors or the church office and they will put you in touch with a member who shares your interest.

What programs are offered for children and youth?

Faith formation lasts a lifetime!  From two-year olds to adults, all are invited to join in a life long adventure as each of us increases our understanding of Scripture and how it relates to our daily lives. There are opportunities for young children on Sunday morning; Middle School kids have classes to prepare for Confirmation on Sunday afternoons. The High School youth have their own room where on Sunday mornings they share their thoughts and concerns with the Youth Forum leaders.  Summer mission trips are often on the agenda. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter and checkout the calendar for other activities for children and youth.  See more. . .

How does St. Luke’s support the community?

Believing that each of us needs to be Christ’s hands in our community, we invite you to join with us as we contribute our time, energy and resources to these local organizations and activities. in addition, our building is used by various community groups. See more. . .

Are there Bible studies for adults?

The Adult Forum on Sunday morning offers Bible study or takes up many different topics of current interest.  The Men’s Breakfast on Tuesday morning is also topical.  Study of Scripture is the focus of the Wednesday Morning Bible Study  and the Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study.  A place is waiting for you. Check the calendar for day and time.

What about baptisms, weddings, and funerals?

We welcome the opportunity to provide pastoral services to the community as well as members of the congregation.  If you are desiring any of the following pastoral services, please consider the following practices regarding these rites of the church: See More. . .

How can I become a member?

Contact the church office for an appointment to speak to one of the pastors.  They will be happy to get to know you and answer your questions.  New members are received several times a year.  Meanwhile, you are invited to participate in worship and any of the activities that interest you.