What is a Church?

What is a Church? What is Lord of Life Lutheran Church all about? The true church on the one hand is a group of people who believe in the saving work of Jesus Christ and depend on it entirely for their salvation. This church is everywhere and cannot be seen. It is invisible and perfect, known only to God. Membership in this church transcends denominational boundaries.

The church on the other hand is a gathering of people who make up a visible, imperfect group. Although people of the true church might be members of this church there are those who follow false doctrines and teaching who are also members.

The church’s pastors are men called by God and dedicated to preaching and teaching God’s Word, Administrating His Sacraments and practicing the Office of the Keys and Confession. They stand as spokesmen to the distortions of God’s Word and Sacraments. They, like Luther, are ever ready to defend these truths and lead their people to also aid in the defense.