Our Vision
In response to the good news of Jesus Christ...our vision is to become more diverse, creative, nurturing and welcoming within our congregation and to the wider community.

Who We Are
Founded in 1949, First Evangelical is the oldest Lutheran congregation in what we call the East Valley, which includes Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert and Apache Junction.

When We Worship
We worship Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM Arizona time

RIC Congregation
First Evangelical Lutheran Church is committed to being a radically loving and welcoming community of faith, centered in the Good News of Jesus Christ. Therefore, in faithfulness to the Gospel and our Lutheran heritage, and to the best of our ability, we promise to provide programs, ministries, and pastoral care to all who seek God in this place. All are welcome here, including persons of every race, ethnicity, creed, class, age, gender, marital status, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.”