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Lutheran Church of the Cross of Bismarck, North Dakota, where you will find a welcoming environment with friendly faces and meaningful worship experience. We are a participating member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Please take some time to see what we’re all about. Get to know this wonderful church and make some friends along the way!

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Welcome to Lutheran Church of the Cross

At Lutheran Church of the Cross, we believe that every soul matters, and we invite you to experience the warmth of our community gatherings. Whether you’re seeking solace in prayer, looking to deepen your faith, or eager to connect with kindred spirits, our Sundays and Wednesdays offer a perfect blend of worship, fellowship, and inspiration. Come as you are, and join us on this beautiful journey of faith, friendship, and growth. We can’t wait to welcome you with open arms and shared joy.

Announcements

Click here to see the weekly announcements or scroll to the bottom of the page to see the e-bulletin board.

Bible Sunday October 19/ Wednesday October 22

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We will be handing out Bibles to our 3rd and 4th graders, and even some 5th graders on October 19th. Please let Pastor Lisa or the office know if you have a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader who has not yet received a Bible from LCC! We do not want to miss anyone! Note: these...
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Reformation Sunday, October 26th

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It’s been 508 years now since Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg! Wear red on October 27, get ready to sing some favorite songs and hymns, and let’s celebrate our beginnings and the church which stays true to its roots in...
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Trunk or Treat October 26th!

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Have you noticed Halloween decorations starting to proliferate around town? This is our cue to think about Trunk or Treat! We will once again host trick or treaters by decorating our car trunks and donning costumes to hand out candy, right in our own parking lot (or...
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Do you have a favorite Bible? What’s it’s history/meaning for you?

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You are invited to bring one (or more, if you like) Bible(s) that have meaning for you. Maybe it’s an old family Bible, recording deaths and births and baptisms from way back. Maybe it was the one given to you in second grade. And so on! Bring yours to church to...
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All Saints Services

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All Saints Day is Saturday, November 1st. Join friends from all over Bismarck at a Taize’ worship at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 601 N. 4th Street, Bismarck, at 6:15 pm on Wednesday, November 5th in remembrance of loved ones. Our confirmation students will be...
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Beer and Hymns

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For the past several years, we have been getting together in various venues to sing hymns, enjoyfellowship and (optionally) enjoy a beverage together. The current venue is the Mandan Eagles,1400 N. Collins in Mandan. Join us on Monday, October 20, from 7-9 pm as we...
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Re-watch 20 years with “The River” Service

by | September 21, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Oh no! Did you miss the celebration of 20 years of worship services music presented by "The River" Worship and Music team!? As we gathered on Sunday, September 21st, to honor the remarkable journey of The River music group, we invite you to revisit this fantastic...
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Senior Center provides meals for seniors!

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Seniors: Did you know that you can sign up for lunch meals through the Senior Center? You even have options to get your meal. You may eat inside with your friends; you can drive up to pick up your meal or you may have them delivered to your home. To participate in...
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Scripture Circles

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Scripture Circles is an ecumenical study that moves around each month to different sponsoring churches. It is led by U.S. Jones, a colleague of Rabbi Noah, who led similar studies here a couple of years ago. It is interesting and learning-full. Bring your Bible or...
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Following the Footsteps of Paul – Journey to Greece + Turkey

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Join with church friends and others as we travel to places where St. Paul preached and taught, in addition to a boat trip to the Greek Isles, and a trip to Ephesus in Turkey. Pastor Lisa will lead us, along with terrific guides in Greece and Turkey. You can see...
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Who we are

We started as a home mission congregation…

of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in 1955. Trinity Lutheran Church of Bismarck acted as the sponsoring congregation. The first services were held in the current building on the 11th of March, 1956, and the rest is history.

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