Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, Indiana
A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, Indiana
The People of Gloria Dei Welcome You!
Join Us for Worship and Fellowship!
🕊️ Holy Communion Service is on Sundays at 10:30 AM.
Sunday, November 30 will be at 10 AM
Service time changes to 9 AM on January 4
Weekly Activities at Gloria Dei:
📚 Bible Study – Wednesdays at 10 AM
📽️ The Chosen Viewing & Discussion- Tuesdays at 7 PM
👉 Check our calendar below for more events and details!
Announcements from Sunday, November 23:
🌼 Altar Flowers – The altar flowers are given in honor of the anniversary of Gloria and Russ Buysse.
🕯️ Sanctuary Lamp – Available for memorials or birthdays. Please contact the office if you’d like to dedicate it.
No Bible Study this Wednesday due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Beginning next week, Advent Bible Study will meet at 10:30 AM on Wednesdays.
Next Sunday, Gloria Dei will host First English and Hilltop for collective worship at 10:00 AM.
This special service will feature Bach Cantata, performed live.
Watch for the upcoming resumption of “Socks for Suellen,” our annual collection of warm winter wear to support Broadway Church and Hope Rescue Mission.
📅 Upcoming Events:
Wednesday: Bible Study at 10 AM. No Bible Study on Nov. 26
Sunday, November 30: will be a joint service at GDLC with First English and Hilltop at 10 AM
💒 Gloria Dei Finances Update – October 💒
We’re grateful for the continued generosity and support of our Gloria Dei family! 🙏
Here’s a quick look at October’s numbers:
💵 Deposits: $12,655.50
🧾 Expenses: $13,233.85
🏦 Current Checkbook Balance: $9,289.09
Your giving helps keep our doors open, our ministries active, and our mission alive in the South Bend community. ❤️
If you’d like to make a contribution or set up regular giving, visit our website or speak with a council member. Every gift—big or small—makes a difference!
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, located at 225 East Haney Avenue in South Bend, Indiana, is a welcoming congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Led by Rev. Patrick Ballard, the church offers Holy Communion services on Sundays. The community is active in ministry, embracing Lutheran teachings and traditions to support spiritual growth and well-being.
Mission:
Our continued priorities will include an enhanced relationship with First English Lutheran Church, continuation of our social ministry, support of our neighborhood and community, and continuation of our rich heritage and liturgical tradition.