Contact & Location for North Riverdale Lutheran Church
Service Times for North Riverdale Lutheran Church
Sunday 10:30 AM
Traditional Service
Sunday 2:00 PM
Brunch Church
Programs & Ministries at North Riverdale Lutheran Church
About North Riverdale Lutheran Church
North Riverdale Lutheran Church is a historic congregation founded in 1911 that has grown from a rural schoolhouse gathering into a vibrant community hub dedicated to service and inclusion. The church is widely recognized as one of Dayton's early LGBTQIA+ affirming congregations, welcoming all people and celebrating the uniqueness of each individual as they understand God's creation. Beyond weekly worship, the congregation actively shares God's love through numerous community ministries including a food pantry, housing assistance programs, and seasonal outreach to those experiencing homelessness. The church offers multiple worship formats to suit different preferences, from traditional Sunday services to informal gatherings like Sunday Brunch Church and Saints, Sinners & Sandwiches dinner church. As part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, North Riverdale connects its local ministry to global efforts through Lutheran World Relief and the Lutheran World Federation.
First-Time Visitor Info for North Riverdale Lutheran Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Sunday services are held at 10:30 AM with Holy Communion celebrated on the first and third Sundays; alternative worship options include Messy Church (monthly), Sunday Brunch Church (monthly), and Saints, Sinners & Sandwiches (weekly Thursday dinners). Visitor Tips: The congregation emphasizes being one of the friendliest churches in Dayton and welcomes visitors to participate in service opportunities even without membership; no prior Lutheran experience required.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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