Christ Lutheran Church On Capitol Hill

I’m an active Lutheran that recently located to St Paul. Since my arrival, I’ve explored nearby churches looking for a home congregation. I might have found my place at Christ Lutheran Church on Capitol Hill. I enjoy the combination of stained glass and graffiti that greets visitors — along with a seemingly endless line of friendly church members.
Christ Lutheran offers a hymn-​filled traditional service that takes full advantage of the pipe organ featured in the Church’s balcony. Contemporary elements added to the service include Gospel readings in Khmer, Tigrinia and English — and a Cambodian Melody arrangement of the Lord’s Prayer. The Hymns incorporated also tend to be newer, familiar ones — such as ‘Gather Us In’ and ‘We are Marching in the Light.’ Everyone is invited to participate in communion, which featured ethnic, homemade bread during my visit.
Christ Lutheran has on-​site parking. It’s also on the Green Line, making it easy to get to by train. The Chapel is large and filled with friendly people of all ages and cultures.
If you’re new to Lutheran Churches, be prepared for ‘Passing of the Peace’ where you have an opportunity to greet and shake hands with other members. This portion of the service feels like what you’d experience at a small church — individuals walk throughout the church to greet others and hug friends. Even as a new visitor, I wasn’t excluded from a tidal wave of handshakes and greetings.
I’ll likely make CLC on Capitol Hill my home congregation and explore other churches in the Twin Cities for occassional, contemporary offerings.