Who We Are

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church is a congregation of God's baptized people within the heart of Bergen County, New Jersey. We are called to do God’s mission among all people where there is a need. We are called to build a community of love with others in the congregation, neighborhood, work place and world. We are centered in God's word and Sacraments through our worship and prayer. Jesus is our Savior, Lord and friend. We welcome everyone to join with us in celebrating God's love in Jesus for all people. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to participate in God's mission which includes: proclaiming God's word through baptizing, evangelizing, preaching and teaching; serving our neighbor in need and advocating for justice and peace.

Links of the World We Support

Organizations
Cross Roads   an American Camping Association accredited summer camping program

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

Thrivent Financial Services

New Jersey Synod

Women of the ELCA (WELCA)

Educational Institutions
Augustana College   Souix Falls, SD

Publications
The Lutheran   the ELCA Magazine

Stewardship
Bread for the World   a nationwide Christian citizens movement seeking justice for the world’s hungry people

Church World Service   a relief, development and refugee assistance ministry

Habitat for Humanity

The Hunger Site   Click away hunger! You can donate food every day just by visiting this site!

Interreligious Fellowship for the Homeless of Bergen County

Shelter Our Sisters   a non-profit organization geared specifically for providing emergency, safe, confidential housing to women and their children who suffer the horror of domestic violence