Living Word Lutheran Church
Rochester Hills MI

48306

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Our Mission To Lead Others to Christ in P.R.A.I.S.E. P Participate in Worship & Bible Study R Reach Out for Christ A Anchor Our Lives to Word & Sacrament I Invest in Families S Share God’s Resources E Equip the Next Generation What We Believe We at Living Word Lutheran Church are a member congregation of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Sometimes known as the LCMS, the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod teaches and responds to the love of the Triune God: the Father, creator of all that exists; Jesus Christ, the Son, who became human to suffer and die for the sins of all human beings and to rise to life again in the ultimate victory over death and Satan; and the Holy Spirit, who creates faith through God's Word and Sacraments. The three persons of the Trinity are coequal and coeternal, one God. Our teachings focus on three principles:

Grace alone

God loves the people of the world, even though they are sinful, rebel against Him and do not deserve His love. He sent Jesus, His Son, to love the unlovable and save the ungodly. Faith alone

By His suffering and death as the substitute for all people of all time, Jesus purchased and won forgiveness and eternal life for them. Those who hear this Good News and believe it have the eternal life that it offers. God creates faith in Christ and gives people forgiveness through Him. Scripture alone

The Bible is God's inerrant and infallible Word, in which He reveals His Law and His Gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ. It is the sole rule and norm for Christian doctrine. Who is Jesus?

For more than 2,000 years people have asked the question, Who is Jesus? We were not present when Jesus lived on this earth, but in the Bible we have the record of his birth, life, death on the cross, and resurrection. Study of the Bible, God's Word, will enable you to seek out the answer to this age-old question.

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Living Word Lutheran Church
2975 Dutton Rd
Rochester Hills, MI 48306
United States
Phone: 248-651-5316
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Dan Meckes
Dan Meckes
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2975 Dutton Rd
Rochester Hills, MI 48306
United States
Phone: 248-651-5316
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Lutheran Church



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Pastor Dan Meckes joined Living Word Lutheran Church in May, 2017. He has served congregations in Reese, Walled Lake, and Bay City and is looking forward to getting to know the people in this community and sharing God’s love and promises with the people in Oakland Township/Rochester.

He is married to his wonderful wife, Janelle, and they have five children spread across the United States, and two precious granddaughters.   Edit
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PO Box 81967
Rochester, MI
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Living Word Lutheran Church Service Times

Saturday - 5:15 pm

Sunday - 11:00 am

Sunday School and Bible Class

Sundays at 10:10 am

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Living Word Lutheran Church History

HISTORY OF LIVING WORD

Living Word Lutheran Church began as a task force from St. John Lutheran Church in Rochester, Michigan. Some interested members believed there was a need for a new Lutheran Church in the Northern Rochester area. They were led by Tim Bode, Minister of Evangelism at St. John. They studied the needs of the area and decided a daughter congregation north of Rochester would be the best way to reach the unchurched in the area. About a year after beginning their task force, the group presented their ideas to the voters at St. John. It was decided to begin a new congregation north of the city.

In October 1990, Pastor John Kassen was called to be Missionary-at-Large and Church Planter for St. John. He accepted the call and began meeting with the interested families in February of 1991. They began an in-home Bible Study group and planned for their future congregation. The name LIVING WORD FELLOWSHIP LUTHERAN CHURCH was decided upon. They met for about six months as their Bible Study group grew and then began having worship services in September 1991 at 10:15 AM on Sunday mornings at Phillip Hart Middle School in Rochester Hills. Mark Smith was elected the first Chairman of the congregation in July of 1991. An 8 AM Sunday service was added as the numbers grew. This service was eventually dropped in favor of a Saturday evening service. The Saturday evening service began in November 1993.

In late 1993, the name of the church was changed to LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH to more clearly identify ourselves and our beliefs in this community. Living Word was accepted into the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod on December 13, 1992. Pastor Kassen was called by Living Word to become its first Pastor. He was installed on January 9, 1994.

A joint building project was planned between Living Word and St. John. Living Word purchased property a the corners of Rochester and Gunn Rds. in Oakland Township. This is the site on which ground was broken in June of 1996 for Living Word Lutheran Church and Preschool and the North Campus of St. John Lutheran School. A fundraising program began in January 1995 called SHARING TO BUILD/BUILDING TO SHARE.

The building was opened in September 1997. Living Word Preschool began. St. John’s K-3rd grades were also housed in the building.

In September of 2002, Living Word School was established. That year we had just a kindergarten class. One teacher was hired. In September 2003, Grades 1-8th were added. 7 teachers were added to the staff of the school. Many spiritually exciting and fulfilling groups have developed at Living Word, including several Bible Study groups, Helping Hands, Middle School and High School Youth activities, Sunday morning children’s ministry (ABC – Adventure Bible Club, Kingdom Quest and currently, BUZZ), and confirmation classes. Discovery Classes are held twice a year which lead to membership at Living Word. The congregational decision to close the school was made in February of 2015. Although this was a difficult time for the families of the school and members of our church, we are grateful for the many years we were able to help children to grow in their faith in God. After 24 years of wonderful service at Living Word, Pastor Kassen retired. On February 7th, 2016, Rev. Gary Siefert was installed as our Intentional Interim Pastor. God has truly blessed Living Word and with His grace and help, His people will continue to reach out with the love of Christ to the people in and around Rochester.

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Living Word Lutheran Church FAQs

Question: Where is Living Word Lutheran Church located?
Answer: Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 2975 Dutton Rd, Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Question: Who is Living Word Lutheran Church's pastor?
Answer: Living Word Lutheran Church's pastor is Dan Meckes.

Question: What time is service at Living Word Lutheran Church?
Answer: Saturday - 5:15 pm Sunday - 11:00 am Sunday School and Bible Class Sundays at 10:10 am

Question: What is Living Word Lutheran Church's dress code?
Answer: We are pretty casual with personal attire. But wear what makes you comfortable. You will see people wearing jeans and others in suits.

Question: What is Living Word Lutheran Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/lwlutheran/

Question: What is Living Word Lutheran Church's live streaming page?
Answer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaGmdN9CoQ0

Question: Where do I park at Living Word Lutheran Church?
Answer: There are a few spaces for guests to park in the front, but most of the parking is located in the back of the building.

Question: What is Living Word Lutheran Church's website?
Answer: http://www.livword.net

Question: What denominaiton is Living Word Lutheran Church?
Answer: Living Word Lutheran Church belongs to Lutheran Church denomination and is affiliated with The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod.

The power of Christian prayer Let no darkness overtake me
Visit, I beseech thee, O Lord, this habitation with thy mercy, and me with thy grace and salvation. Let thy holy angels pitch their tents round about and dwell here, that no illusion of the night may abuse me, the spirits of darkness may not come near to hurt me, no evil or sad accident oppress me; and let the eternal Spirit of the Father dwell in my soul and body, filling every corner of my heart with light and grace. Let no deed of darkness overtake me; and let thy blessing, most blessed God, be upon me for ever, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Living Word Lutheran Church listing was last updated on the 6th of June, 2018
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