Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

About

Good Shepherd is an ELCA and Reconciling in Christ congregation in Decorah, Iowa. All are welcome to worship with us, because God makes no exceptions!

Story

All are welcome at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. God makes no exceptions. In the spirit of Jesus Christ, we offer trust and respect to all, including those who may elsewhere experience alienation, distrust, or rejection. We rely on the healing, unconditional love of God to shape our community in the name of the Good Shepherd.

In keeping with our welcome, Good Shepherd is a Reconciling in Christ congregation, affirming our welcome to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons to participate fully in the life of our congregation.

Mission

We are a congregation empowered by the Good Shepherd to:

Nurture and support Christ’s flock through Christ centered worship.
Welcome all, offering trust and respect while sharing God’s unconditional love.
Reach out to the broader community through service and responsible stewardship of all God’s creation.