Our Saviour Lutheran Church

Our Saviour Lutheran Church (OSLC) is a welcoming congregation in West Lafayette, Indiana, near Purdue University. As part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we offer inclusive, liturgical worship with services at 9:00 AM Sundays and 6:00 PM Wednesdays during the academic year. Learn more

Who We Are

Our Saviour Lutheran Church (OSLC) is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) located at 300 W Fowler Ave., West Lafayette, Indiana. Founded in 1958 as a mission church, we've maintained a partnership with Purdue Lutheran Ministry since our beginning, serving as a spiritual home for the Lutheran student community at Purdue University.

Worship & Community

Our worship is rooted in the Christian tradition of Word and Sacrament, with a liturgical and inclusive style that adapts to the seasons of the Church Year. Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday. We welcome all people regardless of background, belief, or circumstance, embracing our mission to honor all people and share Christ's compassion.

Worship Times

• Sunday Worship: 9:00 AM (Eastern) in-person or online
• Breaking Bread Worship Service: 6:00 PM Wednesdays during the academic year in Fellowship Hall

Youth and adult education opportunities follow Sunday worship at 10:15 AM during the academic year.

Ministries & Services

We offer:

• Youth Faith Formation
• Adult Faith Formation
• Ministry Beyond Our Walls (Lafayette Urban Ministry)
• Service, music, and visual arts programs within the congregation

Facilities & Events

Our facilities include a Fellowship Hall for Wednesday worship services. While not explicitly stated on the website, visitor reviews note that the facilities are very nice. Review (Note: This is a placeholder - actual review URL not available in source data)

How We Welcome Newcomers

We invite you to join our community with an open heart. Whether you're simply curious or seriously committed, blessed or broken, loved or lonely - all are welcome here, no exceptions. You'll find a welcoming environment where you can participate in worship, prayer, learning, and service.

Our Mission & Vision

• Mission: Embraced by God’s Love to honor all people, share Christ’s compassion, and serve the world.
• Vision: Make Christ’s love known by meeting people where they are, accompanying and encouraging one another, and nurturing growth while fostering new connections.

Learn more about our values and history

Getting in Touch

You can contact us with questions or to learn more about our community. We'd love to stay connected and share updates about our weekly Zoom services, bulletins, and monthly newsletters.

Our Saviour Lutheran Church in West Lafayette offers inclusive, liturgical worship rooted in tradition, with services at 9:00 AM Sundays and 6:00 PM Wednesdays during the academic year. Nestled near Purdue University, this ELCA congregation emphasizes welcoming all people, providing youth and adult education, and engaging in community outreach. Visitors can expect a warm, adaptable environment that honors diverse backgrounds and fosters spiritual connection.

Pros

• Inclusive, liturgical worship welcoming all backgrounds and beliefs
• Clear Sunday and academic-year Wednesday worship times with online options
• Youth and adult faith formation programs during the academic year
• Community outreach through Lafayette Urban Ministry and international missions
• Facilities described as well-maintained and welcoming in visitor accounts
• Partnership with Purdue Lutheran Ministry offering campus-focused spiritual support

Cons

• Accessibility details (e.g., ramps, services for disabilities) not specified on the website
• Parking or arrival logistics for visitors not explicitly detailed
• Wednesday Breaking Bread service limited to academic-year schedule