What is Christ Lutheran Church?

Christ Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). We have a Baptized membership of approximately 1,200. The congregation was founded in 1847. Click here for our complete history. (The history page will take awhile to load, please be patient.)

Where is the church located?

The congregation is located in DeForest, Wisconsin, just north of Madison on Cty. CV (Main Street in DeForest) between Hwy 51 & I 39-90-94.

From the north via the Interstate: Follow I 39-90-94 from the Wisconsin Dells, exit 126 (Cty V), go east (left) on Cty V about 2 miles, then at the stop sign, south (right) on Cty CV (Main St), the church will be on your right just past the 4-way stop.

From the south via the Interstate: Follow I 39-90-94 north/west past Madison, exit 132 (Hwy. 51 North), follow Hwy. 51 North until Holum St (big brown DeForest sign on right, high school athletic fields on left), turn west (left), follow Holum St until the 4-way stop, then left, church will be on your right.

OR from the south via the Interstate: Follow I 39-90-94 past Madison, exit 131 (Hwy 19), at the bottom of the exit ramp turn left, and then an immediate right onto CV (at the gas station), follow CV north until DeForest (turns into Main St), church will be on your left just over the hill past the shopping center.

Click here for a map of DeForest.

When are the worship services?

We offer two services each Sunday and a variety of special services throughout the church year --

• Sunday mornings at 8:00 am and 10:30 am during school year; 7:30 and 9:00 am during June, July and August
• Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 p.m. during Lent and Advent
• Wednesday evening Community Thanksgiving Service (rotates among DeForest area churches)
• Good Friday afternoon and evening, Easter morning
• Christmas Eve - 3 services 5:30, 7:30, 9:30

Who are the pastors?

What is the mission of Christ Lutheran Church?

Do you have child care during worship?

Does CLC have a youth program?

What educational opportunities are available for youth and adults?

• Men have a Wednesday morning breakfast fellowship/bible study
  
• The Christ Lutheran Church Women (CLCW) offer regular Bible Study opportunities.
  
• Contact the church office for information about all educational opportunities.
  
• The Education Page will show you just what's going on right now!
      
  

Is the church handicapped accessible?

Yes, our building is completely handicapped accessible. The back (parking lot) entrance has several marked handicapped parking spots and the handicapped entrance with elevator.

Furthermore, we have two spots next to the handicapped parking spots for those with special needs, permanent or temporary. You do NOT need a handicapped permit to use these spots.

Is the church air conditioned?

When is Holy Communion offered? May I receive it?

Holy Communion is offered at each Sunday worship service and on festival days in the church calendar.

We welcome to the Lord's Table baptized Christians who believe that Christ is truly present in the bread and wine. Non-communing adults and children are invited to the altar to receive a pastoral blessing.

Baptism and Wedding Information

Baptisms: Holy Baptism is God's sacrament of welcome, a washing of forgiveness which gives new life in Jesus Christ.

Christ Lutheran pastors offer the sacrament of baptism to infants and adults. Because baptism welcomes a person into the Family of God, it is celebrated during Sunday morning worship services when the parish family gathers.

Please call the pastors to arrange a date and time for baptism. The pastors are available to meet with you in person to make arrangements and share our Church's understanding of this sacrament.

Weddings: Christ Lutheran Church hosts wedding for couples because Christian marriage is honorable in the site of God. The pastors provide premarital meetings with engaged couples to assist them in planning this time of worship and commitment. These pastoral services are arranged only in consultation with the bride and groom and may be extended to non-member couples at the pastor's discretion.

Generally, three to five meetings are required to prepare for this commitment.

Inquiries should be made to the pastors at the church office well in advance of the desired wedding date.

Facilities

Christ Lutheran Church has a variety of facilities available for large and small groups.

The facilities of Christ Lutheran are available for use by groups from the church, members and their families and other groups from outside the congregation.

A Building Use Request should be submitted to the church office well in advance of the dates of desired use. The church office coordinates scheduling and will assist you with your needs.

Please submit completed requests the church office:

How do I become a Member?

To become a member of Christ Lutheran Church, please contact the pastors. Baptism, a letter of transfer from another Christian congregation and "Affirmation of Faith," are all ways new members are received. The pastors will welcome your inquiry and talk with you individually.

From time to time as needed, new member classes are offered for those who want to explore basic Bible teachings and their walk of faith. This time of preparation for membership is offered for both groups and individuals.

Pastors can be reached at 608-846-4718