What started in 1926 and continues to this day? It’s First Lutheran Church and School. This church is a mission and ministry community in the greater Los Angeles area. First Lutheran Church stands as a beacon. It has been serving the community since its founding.
First Lutheran Church is a ministry partner of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America ELCA. ELCA has more than 10000 churches. It also has 1500 weekday schools and early education centers. The church has 4.7 million members.
FLCS ranks among the most culturally diverse congregations of its size in the ELCA. It is a growing and truly international ministry. The church represents more than 70 distinct national and tribal backgrounds. These backgrounds come from every continent on the planet.
First Lutheran Church works together with its social service partner. That partner is FirstServe Community Services of the South Bay Inc. They offer caring human service programs. These programs inspire people. They transform lives. Their goal is to offer assistance and care to people. This care extends to every age and stage of life. They do it in obedience to Christ.
Visitors are welcome to worship. They can become partners in this caring community. It is a community of Christian faith for all people. The 500-seat sanctuary was dedicated in 2001. It hosts more than 750 people each week. People come from all ages and backgrounds. In addition to worship they offer learning serving support and fun activities. These activities are for all ages.
The Lutheran Church has its roots in the Reformation of the 16th Century. German professor and pastor Martin Luther sought to restore basic biblical teaching. He wanted to bring it back to the medieval church. Today’s Lutheran Church numbers over 63 million people. These people are on every continent. Lutherans are leaders in the search for ecumenical unity. They seek fellowship with other Christian bodies. They strive to practice radical welcome. They serve the Gospel of God’s amazing grace. In obedience to the Gospel they welcome all people. They allow full participation in worship learning community and service. They are eager to share the Good News of God’s love in Christ Jesus.
First Lutheran is a Reconciling in Christ congregation. It welcomes all persons. All are welcome to fully participate in their faith community. In Christ Jesus they are called to love God and one another. They practice gospel hospitality. They embrace all people without condition or reserve. They welcome you to join them no matter your race culture or ethnicity. The church is open to all ages and gender expressions. It includes all sexual orientations and physical and mental abilities. It also embraces all social or economic positions. It is open to any family status or background. It is for anyone at any point in their faith journey.
You are a unique and beloved child of God. You are accepted and affirmed just as you are. The church accepts you with all your uniqueness and all your gifts. As a community in Christ they commit to the sacred work of anti-racism. They also focus on social and economic justice. They care for creation. They invite you to join with them. They want to lovingly and inclusively serve their community by God’s grace.
The people of First Lutheran Church and School invite you to explore. They want you to become a part of their caring community. There are opportunities to learn more about their faith and the church. New member classes provide insight.
You’ll find First Lutheran Church and School at 2900 West Carson Street in Torrance California. The phone number is 310-320-9920. The church office is open Monday through Friday. Hours are 9 AM to 4 PM. William L Hurst is the Senior Pastor and Mission Director. His extension is 112.