First Lutheran Church

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First Lutheran Church in Palo Alto is a vibrant, welcoming community with deep roots in the region, having been established in 1920 as a mission to Swedish immigrants and now celebrating over a century of ministry. The congregation is grounded in the Lutheran tradition's central message that human worth comes not from personal achievement but from God's grace and mercy shown in Christ. Known for their artistic sensibility, emphasis on joyful music, and commitment to community engagement, members gather for Sunday worship at 10am with opportunities to stay for fellowship and refreshment afterward. The church explicitly welcomes people of all ages, racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, educational and economic conditions, and those from diverse faith backgrounds—a commitment they have publicly affirmed since 1991 as a Reconciling in Christ congregation. Beyond Sunday services, the community offers numerous ways to participate, including choirs and musical ensembles, Bible study, book groups, young adult gatherings, and service activities that reflect their laid-back, open-ended approach to faith and community life.

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