Located in a vibrant and trendy Ghent neighborhood in central Norfolk, our congregation is a diverse mix: of young adults, families, and older couples; of newcomers to the area and life-long residents; of those comfortable in suit-and-tie and those more comfortable in shorts and sandals; of neighborhood residents and those from across Hampton Roads who cross bridges and tunnels to worship.

Connected by the love of Jesus, we at First Lutheran welcome people of all ages, races, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, abilities, socio-economic status, citizenship status, or political affiliation. Committed to inclusivity, racial equity, anti-racism and justice, we are centered in the love of God through Jesus and gather as beloved in Christ. We affirm that in Christ, “there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” (Galatians 3:28)

We are a Reconciling in Christ congregation.