Christ Lutheran Church

About this church

Christ Lutheran Church in La Mesa worships Sundays at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. The earlier service is traditional and the later service contemporary, but both are described as liturgical, sacramental, and centered on Christ—an intentional blend of ancient Christian practice and modern expression. Children are welcome in every gathering, and a family room at the back of the sanctuary gives parents space to settle a young child without leaving worship entirely.

At 9:15, ROOTEDkids and three adult Bible studies meet between services; senior-high students also have a 9:15 class and usually gather again Sunday evenings. The congregation began in 1941 after Clara Busch prayed for a Lutheran church in La Mesa, and its school has served preschool through eighth-grade families since the late 1950s. Mission:Salam extends the church's service into the wider San Diego area by collecting household goods, clothing, bicycles, and other practical support for recently arrived Afghan refugees. Visitors will find a church where traditional Lutheran theology, family learning, and community service share the same gather-grow-live framework.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Current worship times and gather-grow-live mission · Traditional and contemporary services, liturgy, and family room · ROOTEDkids, student classes, and youth gatherings · Congregational and school history

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Location