1245 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18102

info@christ-atown.org

(610)433-4271

Main Office hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Our Parking Lot is directly across Hamilton Street, opposite the front of our building.

 

Big thanks and appreciation to everyone that supported, participated in, and attended the 42nd Twelfth Night Festival! Without you, the Festival would not be possible!

Special thanks to Harry Siegel, Rick Grube, Matt Leas, and Kim Yacoub for their work in caring for our facility in the midst of so many people.

Farewell for Pastor Paulette

Sunday, January 25 will be the final Sunday of worship with Pastor Paulette Obrecht serving as our Interim Pastor. Join us that day for worship and then a luncheon immediately after so that we can thank her and celebrate all we have accomplished in nearly two years!

Sign Up to Attend Lunch!

Weekly Bible Study
Fridays at 7PM

Join Christ Lutheran Church every Friday on Zoom beginning at 7PM for faith conversation! The current series is exploring the Gospel of John. Need the Zoom link? Contact the church office at info@christ-atown.org and start the conversation!

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Thursday, January 15
10:30 a.m. | Property Team Meeting | Fellowship Hall

Friday, January 16
7:00 p.m. | Bible Study | Zoom

Saturday, January 17
9:00 a.m. | Church Council Meeting | Chapel & SHRA

Sunday, January 18The Second Sunday after Epiphany
10:30 a.m. | Worship with Holy Communion | Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. | Fellowship | Chapel

Tuesday, January 20
6:15 p.m. | YPP Rehearsals | Sanctuary & Chapel
7:00 p.m. | Camerata Singers Rehearsal | Gym & Choir Room

Friday, January 23
7:00 p.m. | Bible Study | Zoom

Sunday, January 25The Third Sunday after Epiphany
10:30 a.m. | Worship with Holy Communion | Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. | Luncheon for Pastor Paulette

Monday, January 26
7:30 p.m. | 5251 Exploratory Meeting (exploratory team only) | Zoom

Tuesday, January 27
6:15 p.m. | YPP Rehearsals | Sanctuary & Chapel
7:00 p.m. | Camerata Singers Rehearsal | Gym & Choir Room

Wednesday, January 28
7:30 p.m. | Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Sanctuary

Friday, January 30
9:00 a.m. | Piano Tuning | Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. | Bible Study | Zoom

Saturday, January 31
4:30 a.m. | PA Sinfonia Winter Vivaldi Rehearsal | Sanctuary & Chapel

Sunday, February 1The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
10:30 a.m. | Worship with Holy Communion | Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. | Annual Meeting of the Congregation | Sanctuary & Zoom

To make an online offering, click here.

Sermons and complete services from previous weeks are available on our congregation’s YouTube channel, click here

Celebrating God’s Abundance

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are deeply grateful for the generous people that have supported the ministry of Christ Lutheran Church for 120 years. The story of God’s abundance spans many times, families, connections. Considering joining this faith community?

Learn more about how current members found Christ Lutheran Church and why they choose to navigate their faith journey at Christ Lutheran Church!

  • How did Christ Church become your congregation?

    When I was a kid (80s), my parents and I came to Christ Lutheran because we only lived a few blocks away on N. Madison St. I was baptized Lutheran at the former St. Michael’s Lutheran in Allentown (9th & Turner Sts.). It has been our home church ever since. I still attend virtually from my home in North Carolina.

  • Why do you find it important to support Christ Church with time and generosity?

    I believe that Christ Church is trying to better the lives of people in downtown Allentown. My late wife was involved in the afterschool program for many years. She was looking forward to be able to spend more time with it once she retired. Obviously, many things changed since early 2020 but I do believe the church is supporting many programs to help people and I think that is worth supporting.

  • If someone asked you about your church, what would you tell them or how would you invite them?

    12th Night is a great introduction to CLC because it is such a beautiful production. However, a “normal” Sunday service is moving with the readings, message, and choir, making it a welcoming atmosphere for visitors and guests. I also think my CLC family who attend services make visitors feel welcome, and of course coffee and fellowship after the service.

  • Why do you find it important to support Christ Church with time and generosity?

    Jesus told us to provide love and help to those who need it. We must open our hearts to others and accept differences.

  • If someone asked you about your church, what would you tell them or how would you invite them?

    If someone asked us about Christ Church, we would tell them about the programs the church is involved in, our great choir, bell choir and our outreach ministry.

  • When Christ Church comes to mind, who is/are the first person(s) that pop into your mind?

    Naturally, the first person that comes to mind is George Boyer. I also greatly appreciated the ministry team led by Pastor Walter Wagner. I am passionate about learning and Pastor Wagner provided thought-provoking sermons and leadership. I also think of other pastors who have provided meaningful sermons over the years.