About Us
Welcome to First Lutheran Church! As followers of Christ, First Lutheran Church invites you on a journey of faith. Together we seek the wholeness and reconciliation that Jesus offers all people. We welcome and encourage the participation of people of all ages, nationalities, ethnicities and abilities; sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions; religious backgrounds and socioeconomic situations, marital and family arrangements. As a beloved child of God, you are welcome here. All are welcome here!

Who We Are

We, as First Lutheran Church, are members of the Northwest Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America-(ELCA)  located in downtown Bemidji, Minnesota. Spreading the Gospel and serving the community, First Lutheran has a long and rich history spanning over a century.

First Lutheran Church is active in the community today and excited for our prospects tomorrow! With many active Ministries we are striving to be a place where Christ's Love is Transforming Lives to Go! We have a dedicated staff, programs and ministries for folks of every age. Come and join us for worship, meals, activities and more. You can check here for our service times, or here to find directions to the Church from wherever you are.

Our Mission Statement

"Christ's Love, Transforming Lives to Go!"

Our Vision Statement

To be acknowledged as the "Beacon Church", throughout Northern Minnesota, that others look to as a model for spiritual renewal and in transforming lives in the Name of Jesus Christ!

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