St Stephen's Lutheran Church

Welcome to St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, a warm and inclusive community located at 2500 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, California. We are a place of worship where all are embraced with open hearts, reflecting God’s boundless love and grace. At St. Stephen's, we welcome everyone, regardless of race, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or relationship status. We extend our arms to those facing addictions, health challenges, imprisonment, or socio-economic hardships, affirming that our unity is found in Christ.

Join us for worship on Sundays at 10 am, where we gather to celebrate our faith and grow in our spiritual journey. Our services are enriched by the teachings of the Gospel, offering a chance to reflect on the profound messages within. Whether you attend in person or participate via our livestream and recordings at www.ststephenslutheran.org, you are an integral part of our community.

As we journey through the Sundays after Pentecost, each service is an opportunity to delve deeper into the scriptures and embrace the wisdom offered. From Jesus’ invitation to partake in the bread of life to the call for us to live in love and grace, our gatherings are a time to connect, reflect, and renew our faith.

We invite you to be part of our vibrant congregation, where we celebrate the unique gifts of each member, especially our children, and support our educators with blessings for wisdom and understanding. Additionally, we offer convenient ways to support our mission through credit, debit, PayPal, and Venmo via our Virtual Offering Plate.

St. Stephen's Lutheran Church is more than just a place of worship; it's a community where love, acceptance, and unity thrive. Come as you are, and be part of our journey together in faith.