Summer Break: No Free Store, No Health Commons, No Community Meals, No ERA, No Streets to Housing, No Street Voices, No Spiritual Listening The Restoration Center will be closed this summer for our regular refresh times for staff and building renewal. When we close, it gives our staff the opportunity to use their vacation time…
Led by the Global Mission Team, Central Lutheran has been deeply involved in global mission for its entire 100+ years of ministry. The ELCA’s vision of accompaniment is the foundation for today’s global mission work. Meeting Room: on Zoom
The Congregation Council is the leadership team that provides the monthly guidance and long-range planning vision in the life of the congregation. In addition to the ten elected members, the pastors also serve on the council.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
We gather with a warm cup of coffee or tea and support each other, in whatever state of grief we find ourselves in. All are welcome.
These meetings are places where people invest in and empower each other to build a loving community.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
The Central Cares for Creation Team works hard to help the congregation be as eco-friendly as possible, to educate the congregation about eco-issues, and to identify areas for the church to engage in advocacy around climate justice. Meeting Room: Nativity
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
Monday’s worship service is grounded in community and followed by a community meal. Each week of the month, worship has its own flavor, from testimony times and healing services to confession and forgiveness and Holy Communion. Music is led by members of the worshipping community. The Pastor for Community generally leads worship, though some weeks…
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
The Personnel Committee serves as an advisor to the lead pastors who serve as the head of staff. Meeting Location: Zoom
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
These meetings are places where people invest in and empower each other to build a loving community.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
Gather at 9:30 a.m. for rehearsal and then sing at the 10:30 a.m. service on June 8, July 20, and/or August 24. Meeting Location: Sanctuary
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
Pastor Peter leads this prayer gathering grounded in various contemplative prayer practices. Each month a practice is introduced and then experienced.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Monday’s worship service is grounded in community and followed by a community meal. Each week of the month, worship has its own flavor, from testimony times and healing services to confession and forgiveness and Holy Communion. Music is led by members of the worshipping community. The Pastor for Community generally leads worship, though some weeks…
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Following lunch at Gabe’s by the Park, we will explore the St. Paul Conservatory in the splendor of early summer. We will explore the beauty of the Conservatory, the Japanese Garden, Como’s historic carousel, and more. Please note that this trip involves alot of walking. The bus will leave Central at 10:45 a.m. and return…
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
You are invited to enter a nine-day individual retreat guided by Pastors Melissa, Peter, and Stephanie anchored in John Philip Newell’s book "The Great Search."
These meetings are places where people invest in and empower each other to build a loving community.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The Fiscal and Property Committee manages the assigned budget lines related to property and advises the Congregation Council, as requested, on fiscal and property issues, decisions, and policies. The Director of Finance and the Treasurer of the congregation serve in an advisory capacity to the Fiscal and Property Committee on fiscal and property issues, decisions,…
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
You are invited to enter a nine-day individual retreat guided by Pastors Melissa, Peter, and Stephanie anchored in John Philip Newell’s book "The Great Search."
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
Monday’s worship service is grounded in community and followed by a community meal. Each week of the month, worship has its own flavor, from testimony times and healing services to confession and forgiveness and Holy Communion. Music is led by members of the worshipping community. The Pastor for Community generally leads worship, though some weeks…
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
The Executive Committee is an elected team of four members: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The Executive Committee meets in advance of the council to plan the meeting agenda and gather the work of other committees, teams, and task forces that will need council affirmation and support. Meeting Location: Zoom
Central operates a Mobile Free Store on the third Tuesday of each month. The Mobile Free Store is located at 651 Nicollet Mall. Location: 651 Nicollet Ave.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
You are invited to enter a nine-day individual retreat guided by Pastors Melissa, Peter, and Stephanie anchored in John Philip Newell’s book "The Great Search."
The Restoration Center will be closed for Juneteenth Freedom Day. There will be no Free Store, no Health Commons, no Streets to Housing, and no Street Voices of Change.
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
Mark your calendars now for Vacation Bible School (VBS) scheduled for June 22, July 13, and August 10. If you’re not familiar with VBS at Central, we set aside three Sundays for you to bring kids ages 3 to 11 to church from 9:30–11:30 a.m. where we sing, play, learn, share fun snacks, and hear…
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
The Align Central Team helps communicate our advocacy invitations to the rest of the congregation. Folks with lived experience of homelessness know what’s best for them and their experience, so the Central Align team is an ally to them in systems change. This team responds and takes action where they are invited, when it comes…
Summer on the Plaza happens several times each summer, when guest carillonneurs visit Central to perform a concert, and we invite food trucks (or provide treats) for all to enjoy.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Monday’s worship service is grounded in community and followed by a community meal. Each week of the month, worship has its own flavor, from testimony times and healing services to confession and forgiveness and Holy Communion. Music is led by members of the worshipping community. The Pastor for Community generally leads worship, though some weeks…
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
Led by the Global Mission Team, Central Lutheran has been deeply involved in global mission for its entire 100+ years of ministry. The ELCA’s vision of accompaniment is the foundation for today’s global mission work. Meeting Room: on Zoom
The Congregation Council is the leadership team that provides the monthly guidance and long-range planning vision in the life of the congregation. In addition to the ten elected members, the pastors also serve on the council.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
We gather with a warm cup of coffee or tea and support each other, in whatever state of grief we find ourselves in. All are welcome.
These meetings are places where people invest in and empower each other to build a loving community.
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This nurse-led drop-in center is focused on meeting people where they are to respond to any expressed felt need of those who visit, especially as it pertains to health.
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
The MH&W Task Force works to enhance support for the mental health needs of our faith community.
Summer Break: No Free Store, No Health Commons, No Community Meals, No ERA, No Streets to Housing, No Street Voices, No Spiritual Listening The Restoration Center will be closed this summer for our regular refresh times for staff and building renewal. When we close, it gives our staff the opportunity to use their vacation time…
Saturday evening worship is a contemplative communion service. Whichever pastor is preaching on Sunday, preaches and leads worship on Saturday night. The service is guided by a contemplative sense: a slower pace, room for silence, and a simpler service order. The altar is on the main floor, and much of the music is led from…
The 8:30 a.m. Sunday worship is an intimate “First Light” service with Holy Communion. It features hymns and the Word, musically enriched by vocal soloists. It is a full communion service led by the Casavant organ or the piano. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship and communion. A member of the…
Let’s get together and talk about what to pack, what to leave at home, and what questions you have about life in camp and on trail.
The 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship has the largest attendance. During the program year (September–May), this is a choir-led festive service with Holy Communion. It is a communion service rooted in Lutheran liturgy and hymns. One of the pastors preaches, and another presides for worship. Congregation members serve as the assisting minister and the lesson readers.…
We gather each Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. worship in the Great Room to share a meal. The menu changes week to week. On holiday weekends, coffee, cookies, and lemonade are served instead of a meal.
The Central Cares for Creation Team works hard to help the congregation be as eco-friendly as possible, to educate the congregation about eco-issues, and to identify areas for the church to engage in advocacy around climate justice. Meeting Room: Nativity
Summer on the Plaza happens several times each summer, when guest carillonneurs visit Central to perform a concert, and we invite food trucks (or provide treats) for all to enjoy.
