The Lutheran family in this country takes shape largely in two groups: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS). Our differing features arise primarily from our heritage: Scandinavian and Germanic. That which we hold in common--our commitment to the grace of God which we know in Jesus Christ--is much greater than the sum of our differences. University Lutheran Center embraces both of these traditions. They are described as Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCA) and University Lutheran Church (LCMS).

University Lutheran Center was built in 1971 and is co-owned by the ELCA and the LCMS. It houses the two campus ministries - each having its own pastor, staff, worship schedule, and program. The Center has but one kitchen and one chapel--that's like two families sharing one apartment. Conflict is avoided through scheduling and mutual concern for each other. So we have the best of both worlds: preservation of our unique traditions and conservation of cost through shared space.

Use these links to learn more:

• University Lutheran Church (LCMS)
• Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCA)