Welcome to St. Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Amherst

At St. Paul Lutheran Church, we are a loving and welcoming congregation where everyone is invited to experience the hope and joy found in Jesus Christ. Our community is rooted in God’s Word, shaped by Scripture, and centered on the life‑changing message of grace—a gift given out of God’s deep love, not duty or obligation.

Whether you’re exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a place to grow and belong, you are welcome here. Come as you are, and discover a church family that walks together, prays together, and celebrates God’s abundant love together.

We look forward to welcoming you into our fellowship.

At St. Paul, we're always excited to see new faces. We hope you'll join us for a service, and we want to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Here's what you can expect when you come to our 9:30 AM, Worship Service. 

Please don't worry about what you'll wear to church, for we truly believe people should come to God as they are. You don't need to dress up to get his approval--that comes through Jesus' sacrifice. Once you walk in the doors, you'll see that the congregation has all types of people in all kinds of dress.

At St. Paul Lutheran Church, we celebrate Holy Communion on every significant day of the church year and on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of each month.

. Holy Communion is God’s gift of grace, forgiveness, and strength for our daily walk with Him, and we are blessed to share this meal together regularly as a church family.

Serving the Lord at St. Paul Lutheran Church
At St. Paul Lutheran Church, serving the Lord is a joyful response to the grace we’ve received in Jesus Christ. We believe that God calls each of us—uniquely and purposefully—to share His love in the world. Here, service isn’t a burden or an obligation; it’s an expression of gratitude, shaped by Scripture and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Whether we’re worshiping, teaching, caring for our neighbors, or supporting one another in daily life, we serve because Christ first served us. In this loving and welcoming congregation, every act of service—big or small—becomes a witness to God’s grace at work.

Come discover the joy of serving alongside a church family that encourages, equips, and walks with you as you use your gifts for God’s glory.

9:30 am

This event is a lot of fun for kids and families, and brings our Amherst community together!  Pastor Paul will bless all bicycles, motorcycles, scooters, and wheeled things, praying for safety over those who ride in the summer months.  There will be bike safety instruction for all, by the Amherst Police Bicycle Squad.  Gifts for riders from local businesses.  Be creative as you decorate your ride for summer (décor items provided).  A Bike Parade through nearby streets, led by Amherst Police Bicycle Officers.  And build-your-own ice cream sundae to top off the night.  Free.  All invited.    

Explore Our Sermon Video Collection
We invite you to watch a series of short, uplifting videos drawn from recent sermons at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Each message offers encouragement, hope, and a reminder of God’s presence in everyday life. Take a moment to listen, reflect, and be strengthened in faith.