Mission & Welcome
Whether you are male, female or transgender, young or old, straight, gay, lesbian or bisexual, you are welcome here.
Whether you are single or partnered, married, widowed or divorced, you are welcome here.
Whether you are wealthy or poor, own a home or rent, live at home or are homeless, you are welcome here.
Whatever your political views – whether to the right, to the left or to the center, you are welcome here.
Whatever your strengths or weaknesses, gifts or challenges, they will be honored, for you are welcome here.
First Lutheran Church is committed to being a loving and welcoming community centered in the good news of Jesus Christ. In faithfulness to the Christian gospel, in reflection of our Lutheran emphasis on grace, and in celebration of our shared baptismal journey, we promise to enter into ministry with all who seek God here.
We invite you to join us for worship and take up your place with us in ministry for you are welcome at First Lutheran Church.
First Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Northeastern Iowa Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
First Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ congregation as an affirmation of welcome to LGBTQIA+ individuals and families.
First Lutheran Church is “Verified Clear” in our inclusion of individuals of all gender expressions and sexual orientations in the life and leadership of our congregation. For more information, visit ChurchClarity.org.
Pastors & Staff
Church Council
Jarrad Walter, Vice President
Kevin Rockwell, Secretary
Greg McGohan, Treasurer
Rich Gaard
Mary Hart
Elise Skellenger
Paige Albjerg
Melinda Hanson
Steve Larson
Kirk Neubauer
Mark Muggli
Mark Gowdy-Jaehning
Lindy Borske-Hubbard
Connect
First Lutheran Church
604 W. Broadway
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-2638
office@firstlutherandecorah.org
www.firstlutherandecorah.org
Church Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.