St Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church ELCA

St. Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ congregation located in the Troost Corridor of Kansas City, Missouri. This inclusive community welcomes people of all sexualities and gender identities, offering Sunday worship at 10:30 AM and Sunday school at 9:30 AM. Known for its progressive values and activism, the church is committed to social justice and community service, including daily lunch service from 12 to 2 PM and an emergency food pantry.

St. Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church is a vibrant, Queer-led, and inclusive congregation located at 3800 Troost Ave in Kansas City, Missouri. As a Reconciling in Christ congregation, they explicitly welcome people of all sexualities and gender identities, reflecting their commitment to inclusivity and social justice About Us. The church has been gathering in the Troost Corridor as a home to Kansas City Labor and Activism, offering Sunday worship at 10:30 AM and Sunday school at 9:30 AM. In addition to their progressive values and activism, they provide Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings and accommodate community meetings in their facilities.

St. Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church in Kansas City’s Troost Corridor offers an explicitly inclusive, progressive worship experience with a strong focus on social justice and community service. First-time visitors would notice a welcoming atmosphere for all sexualities and gender identities, structured Sunday gatherings at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and a commitment to activism and outreach that extends beyond Sunday worship.

Pros

• Clearly posted worship and Sunday school times at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM
• Offers Sunday school and Bible study for families
• Provides daily lunch service and an emergency food pantry
• Hosts Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and community events
• Facilities include a sanctuary, fellowship area, and community meeting space
• Actively engaged in local activism and social justice initiatives