Congregations for All People
ELCA Communities of Faith
Our nearly 8,400 congregations across the United States, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are centers for evangelical mission — places where people of faith celebrate, learn and connect with one another and the world through weekly worship and service. We are a church that belongs to Christ, sharing a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. There is a place for you among our congregations, whether your faith is newly sparked or deeply rooted.
In every community, we welcome all people, serve all people and walk alongside them through life’s complexities with the freedom and courage given through the good news of Jesus Christ. This faith inspires us to wonder, discover and boldly join in what God does in the world.
Our congregations are vibrant centers of ministry — whether new or long established— where God is at work building the church, transforming lives and deepening discipleship.
Together, we draw on a wealth of leaders, resources, ideas, experiences and diverse perspectives to do God’s work in the world, sharing Christ’s love in word and action.
