Who We Are

Our Mission

"We invite all people into a trusting relationship with God through Jesus Christ."

That's the mission, the purpose and the focus of ministry at West Linn Lutheran Church for over 50 years. We express that ministry in a number of ways and invite others from varying religious backgrounds and diverse spiritual experiences to accept the challenges and experience the joy that faith in Jesus Christ brings.

Whether it's quality nursery care for small children, a vibrant Sunday School experience, a fun and impactful youth group for teenagers, a way to connect and have meaningful spiritual conversations, or an inspiring Sunday morning, you are invited to share in the vitality, the enthusiasm and the personal fulfillment that participation at West Linn Lutheran offers.

Over 50 Years in Ministry

Our congregation is a community of faith where people come together to worship, learn, love and care for one another. Visitors are always welcome at West Linn Lutheran Church. Whether you're looking for a new church home or just visiting the local area, we invite you to stop by and worship with us. You will find a warm, welcoming and caring environment!

On February 24, 1963, we officially became a congregation, and we dedicated the building on May 12th. We immediately experienced growth due to the excellent visibility of the building and our welcoming invitation to all.

Welcome Statement

West Linn Lutheran Church is a community of faith that welcomes all regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, national origin, age, disability, medical history, political affiliation, financial situation, mistakes made, successes achieved or any other category that you or the world have determined you belong. Our hope is that our congregation loves all as Jesus loves the world. No exceptions. This welcome extends throughout the life of our congregation.

Our Vision

CREATE NEW RELATIONSHIPS

Building and fostering relationships with people throughout our church and neighborhood.
Linking with partners who share our work in the world.
Building bridges within and across the ways our community is divided, whether by age, money, race, sexuality, religion or other boundaries.

EMPOWER LEADERS AND MINISTRY

Growing in faith, as we study and seek to discern God’s will, and apply it in our lives.
Increasing the number of people we touch with our ministry.
Build up those who participate as partners and leaders in our work.

BE AN ADVOCATE FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY
LOCAL AND GLOBAL.

Working and advocating to meet basic needs. Actively seeking ways to end poverty and injustice, and striving to eliminate inequalities that remain in our society.
Strengthening all forms of families.

West Linn Lutheran Church is a community of faith
centered on four areas of spiritual practice in congregational life

WORSHIP
Word and sacrament are central elements in our congregational worship. Music also plays a vital role in our worship services.
LEARNING
At WLLC, we are engaged in conversation, study and reflection about the meaning, values and implications of the gospel in our lives today.