The Lord’s Supper - Holy Communion
At Saint Mary Evangelical Lutheran Church

Guests desiring to commune with us for the first time are asked to first speak with the pastor prior to the start of our worship services. Saint Mary Evangelical Lutheran Church follows the historic practice of Close/Closed Communion. This practice is prompted by love, both for God’s Word and for God’s people. It recognizes the Holy Scripture’s teaching that doctrinal unity is fundamental to the common reception of the Lord’s Supper. It does not deny that members of other Christian denominations are Christians. Instead, this historic practice accepts and recognizes the Holy Scripture’s teaching that doctrinal unity is basic to the common understanding and reception of the Lord’s Supper. Saint Mary Evangelical Lutheran Church also retains the historic Christian practice of celebrating Holy Communion each Sunday.

We believe, teach and confess the doctrine of “Real Presence.” That is, in the Lord’s Supper, we confess that in, with, and under the bread and the wine, we receive the true Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ given for the forgiveness of our sins. Those communing at our altar confess a unity in this teaching, and a unity in the doctrine of the historic Evangelical Lutheran Church as taught in the Lutheran Confessions.

Even if our guests will not be communing with us, our guests, both children and adults are invited to approach the altar to receive a blessing during the distribution of Holy Communion.

All guests are invited to attend Bible classes following our Sunday Worship Services. Additional informational, membership and confirmation classes will be scheduled for those desiring to learn more about the faith, doctrine,
life and practice of the Evangelical Lutheran Church.