Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, Indiana
A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, Indiana
The People of Gloria Dei Welcome You!
Join Us for Worship and Fellowship!
🕊️ Holy Communion Service is on Sundays at 10:30 AM.
Weekly Activities at Gloria Dei:
📚 Bible Study – Wednesdays at 10 AM
👉 Check our calendar below for more events and details!
🌼 Altar Flowers are given in honor of all who provide motherly care.
🕯️ Sanctuary Lamp – The Sanctuary Lamp burns through May in gratitude for the Christian love and concern shown by our pastors and congregation members.
📖 Wednesday: Bible Study at 10:00 AM.
⛪ Ascension Day: We are invited to a 5:30 PM service on Thursday, May 14, at Hilltop Lutheran Church.
🎉 Youth Group Lock-In: The Youth Group will have a lock-in at Gloria Dei from Friday, May 15, to Saturday, May 16. Please let Pastor Patrick know if you and a friend plan to attend.
🤝 Fifth Sunday Joint Service: On Sunday, May 31, we will gather for a joint worship service at 10:00 AM at First English Lutheran Church.
🗣️ Listening Posts: Upcoming “Listening Posts” about the consolidation planning process will be held on May 24 following the 10:30 AM service at Gloria Dei and again after the joint service at First English on May 31.
💒 Gloria Dei Finances Update – May 💒
We’re grateful for the continued generosity and support of our Gloria Dei family! 🙏
Here’s a quick look at our April 2026 numbers:
💵 Deposits: $18,687.94
🧾 Expenses: $16,261.20
🏦 Current Checkbook Balance: $10,872.64
Your giving helps keep our doors open, our ministries active, and our mission alive in the South Bend community. ❤️
If you’d like to make a contribution or set up regular giving, click here or speak with a council member.
Every gift—big or small—makes a difference!
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, located at 225 East Haney Avenue in South Bend, Indiana, is a welcoming congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Led by Rev. Patrick Ballard, the church offers Holy Communion services on Sundays. The community is active in ministry, embracing Lutheran teachings and traditions to support spiritual growth and well-being.
Mission:
Our continued priorities will include an enhanced relationship with First English Lutheran Church, continuation of our social ministry, support of our neighborhood and community, and continuation of our rich heritage and liturgical tradition.