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.

 

Allentown Band - March 15 - 3:00 pm

Allentown Band Carnegie Hall Preview  For the sixth time, the Allentown Band has the honor of returning to Carnegie Hall to present during the Showcase Concert for the 2026 New York Spring Music Festival on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026. In preparation for that appearance, they will present a preview concert at Christ Church - Sunday, March 15 at 3:00 p.m. Hope you can join us for this “sendoff!”   

Piano / Organ Recital - April 18 at 2:00 pM

Drew Lutz-Long will join Allentown pianist, Johnny Walsh, in a concert on Saturday, April 18 (2:00 p.m.) The program will feature solo works as well as several selections of piano/organ duo. Proceeds will be shared between Old Allentown Preservation Association and the Concerts at Christ Series. A reception will follow to greet community members and the performers.

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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Wednesday, March 4
12:00 p.m. | Midweek Lenten Lunch & Learn | St. Timothy Lutheran
7:30 p.m. | Combined Choir Rehearsal | Sanctuary

Thursday, March 5
6:45 p.m. | Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra Rehearsal | Gym

Friday, March 6
5:00 p.m. | Funeral Reception Rental | Chapel
7:00 p.m. | Bible Study | Zoom

Sunday, March 8The Third Sunday in Lent
8:00 a.m. | Neighborhood House Opens | Rumpus Room
10:30 a.m. | Worship with Holy Communion | Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. | Fellowship | Chapel

Monday, March 9
10:00 a.m. | St. John’s Quilters | Room 201
7:30 p.m. | Allentown Band Rehearsal | Sanctuary

Tuesday, March 10
12:30 p.m. | Knit Wits | 3rd Floor SHRA
1:15 p.m. | Staff Meeting | Pastor’s Study
6:15 p.m. | YPP Rehearsals | Sanctuary & Chapel
7:00 p.m. | Camerata Singers Rehearsal | Gym & Choir Room

Wednesday, March 11
12:00 p.m. | Midweek Lenten Lunch & Learn | St. Timothy Lutheran
7:30 p.m. | Combined Choir Rehearsal | Sanctuary

Friday, March 13
7:00 p.m. | Bible Study | Zoom

Saturday, March 14
10:00 a.m. | 5251 Bundle Gathering | St. Timothy Lutheran Church

Sunday, March 15The Fourth Sunday in Lent
8:00 a.m. | Neighborhood House Opens | Rumpus Room
10:30 a.m. | Worship with Holy Communion | Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. | Fellowship | Chapel
3:00 p.m. | Allentown Band Carnegie Hall Preview Concert | Sanctuary

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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.