Contact & Location for St John's Lutheran Church
Programs & Ministries at St John's Lutheran Church
About St John's Lutheran Church
St. John's Lutheran Church in Charleston is the historic mother church of Lutheranism in South Carolina, with a legacy spanning over 250 years as one of the oldest congregations in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Located at the corner of Clifford and Archdale Streets in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, the church is rooted in traditional Lutheran faith practices and liturgical worship while remaining welcoming and inclusive to all visitors. The congregation gathers for worship at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM each Sunday, with a unified 10:00 AM service offered during July, and also offers a live-stream experience on YouTube for those unable to attend in person. St. John's emphasizes knowing Christ through worship, service, and love, and invites newcomers to the area and seekers of all backgrounds to experience their family of faith and participate in Sunday School for children and adults at 9:45 AM.
First-Time Visitor Info for St John's Lutheran Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Traditional Lutheran liturgical worship at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM on Sundays, with a live-stream available on YouTube. Visitor Tips: Parking is available in the main lot on Clifford Street, with additional options at 11 Fulton Street (10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sundays) and a public garage accessible via Market Street; metered street parking is free on Sundays. The church office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM for visitor questions.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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