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We worship together at 9:00 AM in a blended style that brings together traditional and modern worship. Our service follows the Divine Service from the Lutheran Service Book and includes both traditional hymns and contemporary Christian music, combining the richness of liturgy with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday, except when special programs are scheduled.

Not at all! No matter your spiritual background — whether you grew up in a non-religious family, another Church body, or even in another religion — we invite you to join us for worship, meet Jesus, and explore the Gospel!

Come as you are! We see a mix of dress choices from casual to more dressed up. The average attendee is in a “nice casual” outfit, but we’ll be happy to see you regardless!

Our main entrance is under the canopy that connects with the parking lot. At this entrance, there is ramp access to powered doors. Another ramp will lead up toward the sanctuary. Accessible parking spaces are available at the South end of the lot as well as spaces along the drop-off lane.

During distribution, an usher will release participants from their pews and guide them toward the communion rail. Communicants remain standing until welcomed by the Pastor; there are padded kneelers along the rail for those who are able. The Pastor and an Elder will distribute a wafer and individual cup of wine to each communicant. Children who have not had their first communion are welcome to come forward to receive a blessing. Empty wine cups are left on the rail and our Altar Guild will discard them following worship.

There are Lutheran Churches that require church membership to commune as a way of ensuring a higher degree of unity among those communing. However, at Shepherd, we don’t want a human rule, like membership, to be a barrier for those seeking God’s grace. We do, though, ask that you connect with Pastor Chou prior to worship if you would like to join us for communion.

During the offering, an usher will move throughout the aisles with an offering plate. Those who wish to participate may add a contribution to the plate as the usher approaches their pew. Visitors are not expected to put anything into the offering plate unless it is something they wish to do. Envelopes are available in the backs of each pew for those who may wish to utilize them.

At Shepherd, we utilize the English Standard Version most frequently.

Yes! Shepherd of the Grove is a member of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. We realize that practices vary between LCMS congregations, and we would be happy to meet with you and discuss how the Bible is lived out in our church. Feel free to contact us and we will connect you with our Pastor.

At this time, we are only utilizing individual cups for communion distribution. If you are unable to make worship in-person, our services are live-streamed on our Youtube Channel.