Frequently Asked Questions

What denomination does Central belong to?

Central Lutheran is a member congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

The ELCA is a community of faith with nearly 10,500 congregations across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and nearly five million members. Together we share a passion for making positive changes in the world. Our faith is built around a strong belief in God as made known to us in Jesus Christ. Through worship, service, and education, we practice our faith, grow our relationship with God and experience God's grace in our lives. Learn more about the ELCA at www.elca.org.

How do I become a member of Central Lutheran?

We ask those who want to become members are asked to do three things: A) Have a love for God, a desire to follow Jesus and be baptized. B) Attend a 4-hour orientation. In 2010 these sessions are Sunday, March 7 from 11:30-3:00 and Tuesdays Sept 28 and Oct 5 from 5:30-7:30. C) Attend reception into membership during a worship service.

I'd like to get married at Central Lutheran but I'm not a member, is that a problem?

We try to accomodate all who wish to be married at Central regardless of church membership. You can contact the church office, 507-452-5156, centluth@hbci.com, for more information about available dates, fees, and premarital counseling.