About

Our Mission Statement

Living together in God's amazing grace,
we know Christ, grow in Christ,
make Christ known.

Our Congregational Intentions

To prepare every person to become a fully committed follower of Christ. To make the love of God real for people. To excel in our stewardship of God’s gifts and resources

Contact Nazareth

Nazareth Evangelical Lutheran Church
7401 University Avenue, Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613
319-266-7589 | info@naz.org

Our Staff

Baptism

Holy Baptism is a means of grace through which God ushers us into a new life in Christ. Baptisms are scheduled for the second Sunday of each month. A meeting with a pastor is required prior to a baptism.

History

Nazareth Evangelical Lutheran Church is a vibrant congregation of 1429 households and 3587 individuals.

We are located at the corner of University Avenue and South Main Street in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Facilities & Special Needs Information

All Nazareth facilities are accessible to individuals who are physically challenged. Wheelchairs are available upon request at the Information Desk.

Links

Nazareth is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). To learn more about the ELCA, visit their website at www.elca.org

Nazareth and the ELCA

Speaking the Truth in Love

Questions & Answers Regarding Nazareth Evangelical Lutheran Church's Affiliation with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and Our Response to Recent Churchwide Assembly Actions Pertaining to Human Sexuality

Core Beliefs

The foundational Christian teachings at Nazareth

God is creator and sovereign.
God freely sent His Son Jesus into the world as a gift who, through the cross, conquered sin, death, and Satan.

Communion

Holy Communion is a means of grace through which we are strengthened in our faith and witness through the love and mercy of God as it comes to us through the body and blood of Christ.

Becoming a Member

A new member class called "Belong" is offered three times a year. Learn about the Christian faith and Lutheran beliefs, and discover how you can find a place to "belong" at Nazareth. The classes are informal and fun. Snacks and childcare are provided. To learn more, contact Membership Secretary Deb Rhoades at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Visitor Information

About Our Sunday Worship Services

An average of 1100 people worship at Nazareth each week. We offer three different services, each with its own unique style of worship. Check out one service or all three; we're confident one of them will be the kind of worship that feels right to you - worship that helps you connect with the people, the message, and God.

Giving

Online Giving is now available online.

Nazareth is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). To learn more about the ELCA, visit their website at www.elca.org . We are also a part of The Northeastern Iowa Synod - ELCA, visit their website at www.neiasynod.org.