St. Paul's Lutheran Church

About this church

St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Durham, North Carolina, is a congregation of the North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Worship takes place Sundays at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. in a traditional liturgical style with music, and Holy Communion is celebrated at both services. The 11:00 a.m. service is livestreamed and recorded. Bread and red wine are served, with gluten-free wafers and grape juice offered, and coffee and fellowship follow worship in the narthex.

Sunday morning learning begins at 9:45 a.m. during the school year, with classes for children from age three through fifth grade, a youth gathering for middle and high school students, and adult Sunday School. An adult Bible study meets Thursday mornings in person and by Zoom, and confirmation classes follow a two-year cycle. Other ministries include St. Paul's Preschool, Duke Lutherans campus ministry, the Young in Spirit group, and a weekly Tuesday grief support group. Music includes pipe organs. Visitors may park anywhere on the property at 1200 W Cornwallis Rd. The site notes child care staffing may vary, so confirm on the website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Home page: worship times and ministries · Plan a visit: parking, communion, FAQs · About: ELCA NC Synod, history · Gather & Grow: education and groups

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Hours

Published hours can change. Confirm them directly with the church before visiting.

Location