Who We Are

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (ELCA) was found in 1953 and is located in Rochester, MN. We believe there are many thresholds to connecting with God including worship, music, contemplative practices, conversation, and relationships. We are open and affirming which means we not only welcome those who identify as LGBTQ but also support them to be who God created them to be.

We are a community that values abundance, stories of life to faith, active participation, open spirituality, and is open to questions and doubts.

We are very proud of our Welcome Statement as we are open and affirming of people from all walks of life and backgrounds. This passionate welcome can be found in all areas of our ministry, from worship experiences to children and youth activities to service in our community and beyond.

OUR Ministry insights

In sharing our stories together, we are reminded that we are all a part of this journey together and that we don't have all the answers. Our values are: 

Abundant Life Now

Live now, not only after our lives have ended.

Life to faith

We meet you where you are.

Lab not lecture

We are active participants in our development and in creating community.

OPEN SPIRITUALITY

Open to wisdom and spirituality outside of the Lutheran Church

 

Questions and Doubts

We welcome questions, curiosity drive the faith journey.