University Lutheran Church

About this church

University Lutheran Church in Tuscaloosa gathers for worship on Sunday at 10:00 a.m., with Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. The service is the Divine Service, a liturgical form of worship built around Word and Sacrament, with Scripture, hymns and song, and the Lord's Supper. The congregation describes itself as a liturgical Lutheran church guided by Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions. It was established in 1961 to serve the city of Tuscaloosa and the University of Alabama.

The church describes its people as a mix of families, students, children and older adults. Its website has sections for student ministry, outreach, a calendar, a devotional and prayer, along with a page that explains what worship is like for first-time guests. A church council oversees areas such as worship assistance, hospitality, the altar guild, building and grounds. The site also encourages visitors, whether in town for a short time or long term, to join Sunday worship. The church meets at 911 5th Ave in Tuscaloosa. The site shows a message to students about summer, so it is worth confirming the current schedule on the website or by calling 205-752-8784 before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Home page: Sunday worship and Sunday School times, address · About page: Lutheran tradition, history, community, council

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