We will travel to Camp Wapo again this year for the Annual Confirmation Retreat.
Events Calendar
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Events
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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… 
Central's young people gather for Sunday School, Confirmation, and High School Youth Group for fellowship and learning together. 
The 2025-26 program year Adult Forums will be grounded in conversations that align with Stories of Home.
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.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity awareness and learn proactive steps you can take to safeguard your personal information.
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There will be a prayer walk on Sunday, October 26 at 12:30 p.m. You are invited to join as we go out and listen for God in our neighborhood. |
7 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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. 
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community. 
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis. |
5 events,
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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
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. |
5 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis. 
These Bible studies are created so that you can come in person or online, every week or when it fits your schedule, so plan to come whenever you can. 
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year. 
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals. |
4 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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. |
1 event,
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3 events,
You are invited to a beautiful All Saints' Weekend, full of remembrances and special events.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals.
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… |
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9 events,
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… 
Pat Hansen will be at the Welcome Desk this Sunday (and every first Sunday of the month) to help you update your profile.
Central's young people gather for Sunday School and Confirmation for fellowship and learning together.
The 2025-26 program year Adult Forums will be grounded in conversations that align with Stories of Home. 
The choir is singing John Rutter’s Requiem on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. as a musical offering for our celebration of the saints.
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 |
10 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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.
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
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1 event,
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7 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year.
These Bible studies are created so that you can come in person or online, every week or when it fits your schedule, so plan to come whenever you can.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals. |
5 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
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2 events,
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Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices, and more.
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… |
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5 events,
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 2025-26 program year Adult Forums will be grounded in conversations that align with Stories of Home.
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. |
7 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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.
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis. |
4 events,
The Generosity Team meets with Pastor Peter to plan for generosity opportunities throughout the year. Meeting Location: Zoom 
The Personnel Committee serves as an advisor to the lead pastors who serve as the head of staff. Meeting Location: Zoom |
6 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year.
These Bible studies are created so that you can come in person or online, every week or when it fits your schedule, so plan to come whenever you can.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals. |
3 events,
The Restoration Center (including Free Store donations) will be closed on Thursday. 
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,… 
The Central Book Club, led by volunteers, is a space for guided conversations about books chosen by the group. We look toward faith and life in everything we read, across a variety of genres. |
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2 events,
The Align Central Team is planning multiple activities to highlight both the challenges and the successes of our ongoing efforts to house all of our neighbors.
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… |
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7 events,
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 2025-26 program year Adult Forums will be grounded in conversations that align with Stories of Home.
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. 
Empowering Conversations occurs on the third Sunday of the month, following the community meal.
Empowering Conversations occurs on the third Sunday of the month, following the community meal. |
8 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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…
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community. |
4 events,
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.
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 |
8 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
These Bible studies are created so that you can come in person or online, every week or when it fits your schedule, so plan to come whenever you can.
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year.
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year. 
We are planning to meet on the 3rd Wednesday night of each month to learn about and discuss the church’s role in our young people's lives.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals. |
6 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Help support the important work of Align Minneapolis in preventing and ending homelessness! |
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4 events,
We will make our faith promises, our financial intentions, as an act of worship on November 22 and 23.
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Sign up for First Communion Class with Pastor Stephanie as we learn and prepare to take first communion together. 
The Caring Crew is Central’s ministry to the folks who are not getting to church as often as they once did. Visits, cards, and calls are all part of what they do.
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… |
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7 events,
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 2025-26 program year Adult Forums will be grounded in conversations that align with Stories of Home.
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.… 
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…
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… |
8 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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…
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We will enjoy a feast of all our favorite Thanksgiving foods (turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, pie, and more!) as we gather together with our beloved community.
The program supports individuals and families by providing rental assistance in a time of short-term financial crisis.
Pastor Melissa leads this weekly conversation, drawing from the Ignatian Spirituality Project and the ways it opens us all.
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community. |
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Join us for a visit the History Theatre for a whimsical performance about a snowy adventure at the St. Paul Winter Carnival.
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. |
4 events,
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.
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. |
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Celebrate the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service of the downtown congregations at Basilica of St. Mary this year. |
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2 events,
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… |
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3 events,
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…
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This intergenerational Central tradition is a beautiful way to launch your Advent season with displays, activities, treats, and crafts.
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.… |
7 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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.
StreetSong draws on the experiences, hopes, and aspirations of its members to produce a choral experience promoting personal fulfillment and the development of community. |
2 events,
The Personnel Committee serves as an advisor to the lead pastors who serve as the head of staff. Meeting Location: Zoom |
7 events,
The Free Store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 
Join us for a three-week Bible study series, “Advent Stories of Home." You can join us in person or on Zoom.
The Central Lutheran Church Bell Choir performs a variety of handbell music throughout the program year.
The Central Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. worship service September – May and for all major church festivals. |
7 events,
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 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 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. |
2 events,
We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” |
2 events,
We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.”
We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” |
